Hey, storm chasers! You can now track your probes on radar, report weather to the spotter network, and talk to other chasers over proximity voice and radio. Here's what's new as we head toward playtesting.
The Short Version
- Spotter network: track your probes, read temperature, pressure and wind speed, file reports
- Comms: proximity voice, global radio, and global and team text chat
- World: a new rolling-fields map style, grass and wind animation, improved destruction
- Settings: DLSS and FSR3 support
New Grass and Wind Animation
Feature Previews
Improved Destruction
Spotter Network and Probe Tracking
- Track probes on radar.
- View temperature, pressure, and wind speeds.
- Report weather on the network.
Proximity Voice and Radio Chat
- Global and Team Text Chat.
- Proximity Voice Chat.
- Global Radio Voice Chats.
Communications Management
New EA Map Style
Other Enhancements
- Driving offroad is much slower than on the road.
- Loading screens and main menu are near completion.
- Settings menu with DLSS and FSR3 support.
- Tons of bug fixes
What's Next?
Addressing bugs, refining the experience, setting up servers, conducting internal playtesting, and introducing more vehicles and characters.
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Stay safe out there.