: Snow shaders were optimized for better performance during winter, and general framerate improvements were implemented for larger towns. Critical Fixes in the v0.8.x Cycle
Farthest Frontier was a minor hotfix released in late 2022, following the major v0.8.0 update . This specific era of the game's development focused on overhauling resource management, town expansion capabilities, and visual performance. Core Changes in v0.8.0 and Hotfixes download-farthest-frontier-v0-8-0p4
: Increased housing capacity allowed players to reach high populations (up to 800) with a much smaller physical footprint. Manors could now hold more people, reducing the need for sprawling residential zones. : Snow shaders were optimized for better performance
: Wells were significantly adjusted, requiring strategic placement near trees to maximize recharge rates. A common community observation was the increased "footprint" of effective well management, often requiring a 6x6 area to service a small cluster of shelters. Core Changes in v0
: Resolved issues where equipment icons would get stuck or build menus would scale incorrectly.
The "p" (patch) series and subsequent versions like v0.8.1 and v0.8.2 addressed several game-breaking issues:
: While large defenses (forts and towers) are necessary for late-game attacks, they have high upkeep. Some players suggest toggling these facilities off between raids to free up labor, though this requires manual micromanagement.