PUBLIC BETA NOW AVAILABLE
Raids Beta Branch Info
Attention Space Corps Operatives, we have been receiving startling reports of unwarranted hostilities towards our operatives on Ketern, it appears they are under attack! All available Officers willing to accept this dangerous mission should make their way to the Raids Beta branch in Steam and attempt to protect their outposts from the constant Corrupted assaults and other hostile entities in the world.
As an added incentive for joining in the Raids Beta fight early, we must inform you that there are additional “sneak-peek” features included in the Raids Beta branch that are not yet in the current Live build! More information on these features is detailed below.
WARNING!!
The Raids Beta branch is a stand alone beta version of the game which will allow you to experience the Raids system without interrupting or breaking your previous saves. To ensure your current save files do not become corrupted, YOU MUST CREATE A NEW GAME AND SAVE FILE when you launch the Beta Branch. We suggest naming the save Raids Beta Test to not confuse the save files. DO NOT launch your previous saves in this environment, and DO NOT launch your Raids Beta Branch save file in the current live build. To return to a live build save, you must first switch back to the live build branch.
What is the goal of the Raids Beta branch?
High Command is granting you access to this content early because we want your feedback, suggestions and bug reports! Operatives on the frontline are strongly encouraged to engage with us and provide their thoughts on Raids to assist us in shaping the future of this system moving forwards.
What exactly is Raids?
Reports indicate that any outposts established on Ketern are now at risk of attack. It is advised that defensive measures should be considered when building outposts. Use walls, use turrets and use your wits to defend what's yours from the enemy!
Your C.A.R.L. unit will inform you ahead of time if motion is detected moving towards your base, giving you the time needed to return home and prepare your defences.
Expect an attack, prepare yourself, and build a Plasma Welder… You’re going to need it.
What should you expect when playing the Raids Beta branch?
Should you choose to accept this mission you will encounter further conflict with both the Corrupted and other creatures on Ketern. The risks for your wellbeing have never been higher as the forces of the Corrupted march on your base to disrupt your operations. The scale of these attacks appears to increase based on the size of your outposts.
You must be ready to deal with forces at your front door, attempting to bypass your defences and disrupt your mission of saving Ketern. It is reported that these raiders will do their utmost to tear apart your structures and remove you from Ketern. To aid in your defences, you have been granted access to the Guardian Turret, a new structure capable of firing upon hostiles that attack your base.
How do you unlock the Raids Beta Branch?
- In your Steam Library right-click on Beyond Contact and select “Properties”.
- Click on Betas
- Type the beta access code CaptainJackson in the bottom field and click “Check Code”
- Select raids_beta - Public Beta Branch for Raids from the opt-in drop down menu.
- Wait for the Beta Branch to install.
- Launch the game and CREATE A NEW GAME AND SAVE FILE.
- Enjoy!
- Report feedback, suggestions, and bugs.
What would we like feedback on?
While we consider all feedback from our operatives valuable, in regards to the Raids Beta we request that you keep an eye out for:
- Any bugs you encounter.
- How do you fare against these raiders?
- How do you feel about the frequency of raiders?
- How prepared do you feel to deal with this threat?
- How do raids impact your gameplay experience?
- What direction would you like to see raids go in?
- What types of defensive structures would you like to see?
How can you help provide feedback and report issues?
A #raids-beta-discussion channel has been created in the Beyond Contact discord for you to provide direct feedback and discuss Raid related topics.
Alternatively, a sub-forum called Raids Beta Discussions has been created in Steam for the same purpose. https://steamcommunity.com/app/877010/discussions/6/
You can additionally report issues and share feedback by using our feature upvote system. https://beyondcontact.featureupvote.com/
The future of raids rests within your hands, Operatives.
Some of the additional features you may see in this Beta Branch (not yet live on the public branch)
- New Guardian Turret building - A new defensive structure has been added to help defend the player’s base from attackers.
- New Power Switch building - A new Power Switch building has been added which allows players to toggle off parts of the grid for easier power management.
- New base map icons - We’ve updated the base on the map to have specific icons so it’s easier to both locate your base and know which base is under attack.
- New creature archetypes - Expect to see new creature behaviours, for example: ranged creatures staying at range and their attacks feeling less “random”.
- New edge of world effects - Edge of world effects have been added to the game to give the world a general sense of danger as the world is falling apart.