The Planet Crafter — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
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| Skeo Moon Patch #1 - Main branch | 2026-09-14 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.103) on the main branch on Steam. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version fixes some small issues on the Skeo Update.This should be the final patch for the Skeo update, we'll now be working on our next DLC!For people playing multiplayer make sure everyone has the same version, if in doubt restart Steam.If you have issues, please remove or update your mods.Changelog (v2.103): Added 2 new music tracks for SkeoWheat and cocoa seeds can now be used in logisticsFixed Genetic Synthetizer UI window nameFixed Incubator UI window nameFixed Drone T3 icon on |
| Development Branch update - v2.103 | 2026-09-09 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.103) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version fixes some small issues on Skeo. Let us know what you think about it, and if you find bugs or performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs.Temporary Changelog : Added 2 new music tracks for SkeoReduce snow surface on terrain on HumbleWheat and cocoa seeds can now be used in l |
| The new Free Moon "Skeo" is now LIVE! | 2026-09-01 | Hello Terraformers! The new free moon "Skeo" is availableThis new free update contains a whole new moon to terraform, with its own new lore, machines, resources and species to discover. How to try this moon ? To experience this moon, you need to fully terraform a starting planet (Prime, Toxicity, Humble or Selenea) and then build the Extraction Platform and the Interplanetary Travel Rocket. You'll then be able to select Skeo as a destination.Check the trailer : This update should be compatible with all your previous saves. Restart Steam and delete any mods if you have any issues.It is also available on XBOX, PS5 and GOG right now. Our small t |
| Development Branch update - v2.102 | 2026-07-28 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.102) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version brings the last touch to moon Skeo. This should be the last update before we start porting it on consoles, then take a bit of time off and then release it in September.Let us know what you think about it, and if you find bugs or performances changes.If you are a content creator with a large audience, we recommend testing this update only once it has been fully rolled out. As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players m |
| Development Branch update - v2.101 | 2026-07-22 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.101) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version improves Skeo.Let us know what you think about it, and if you find bugs or performances changes.We do not have a release date yet, this update should be fully available around September.If you are a content creator with a large audience, we recommend testing this update only once it has been fully rolled out. As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues laun |
| Development Branch update - v2.100 | 2026-07-15 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.100) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version adds a preview version of the new Skeo moon, and changes a few things.Let us know what you think about it, and if you find bugs or performances changes.We do not have a release date yet, this update should be fully available around September.If you are a content creator with a large audience, we recommend testing this update only once it has been fully rolled out. As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have |
| 2 Million Thanks (and exciting news)! | 2026-06-16 | Hello Terraformers! Today we are thrilled to share that Planet Crafter sold more than 2.000.000 copies! It's a tremendous achievement for our small team of 7 and we are really grateful for all the support you all showed us since we first released the game four years ago!New Free MoonNow that the free 2.0 update came out, we are working on the next piece of content for the game. This free update will contain a new moon to terraform, with its own new lore, machines, resources and species to discover. We can't say just yet when it'll be available, so stay tuned.But there is more! New "Skeo" moon teaserPlanet Crafter is coming to PS5 and XBOX wit |
| 2.0 Update Patch #3- Main branch | 2026-04-29 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.008) on the main branch. You need to restart Steam to get it. This version addresses minor issues.This should be the final (final) patch for the 2.0 Update!For people playing multiplayer make sure everyone has the same version, if in doubt restart Steam.If you have issues, please remove or update your mods. Temporary changelog : Fixed goo count in the mangrove area of ToxicityFixed an issue preventing to completely scroll down in the teleporter list with a gamepadFixed an issue causing to switch camera view while being in a container UI with a gamepadFixed a bug that prevented to build |
| Development Branch update - v2.008 | 2026-04-28 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.008) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version fixes some minor bugs of the 2.0 updateLet us know what you think about it, if you find bugs or performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Fixed goo count in the mangrove area of ToxicityFixed an issue preventing to completely scroll down in the telep |
| 2.0 Update Patch #2- Main branch | 2026-04-14 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.007) on the main branch. You need to restart Steam to get it. This version addresses minor issues.This should be the final patch for the 2.0 Update! Time for us to start crafting a new moon!For people playing multiplayer make sure everyone has the same version, if in doubt restart Steam.If you have issues, please remove or update your mods. Temporary changelog : Added a new Procedural Wreck in Humble sector Crystal FieldsAdded more resources nearby the new Toxicity spawn location (tungsten, osmium & mushrooms)Added spawn descriptions to the travel rocket UIPlesao skin will now always ap |
| Development Branch update - v2.007 | 2026-04-13 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.007) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version mostly fixes a few bugs of the 2.0 updateLet us know what you think about it, if you find bugs or performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Added more resources nearby the new Toxicity spawn location (tungsten, osmium & mushrooms)Added the ability to |
| Development Branch update - v2.006 | 2026-04-09 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.006) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version mostly fixes a few bugs of the 2.0 updateLet us know what you think about it, if you find bugs or performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Added a new Procedural Wreck in Humble sector Crystal FieldsAdded spawn descriptions to the travel rocket UIFi |
| 2.0 Update Patch #1- Main branch | 2026-04-09 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.005) on the main branch. You need to restart Steam to get it. This version addresses minor issues.For people playing multiplayer make sure everyone has the same version, if in doubt restart Steam.If you have issues, please remove or update your mods. Temporary changelog : Added the ability to select the destination spawn point when traveling to a planet for the first timePinned recipes not reduced anymore in containersDNA Synthetizer inventory size is now set to 150 (80 before) (must reconstruct to change)Toxic container inventory size is now set to 88 (80 before) (must reconstruct to c |
| Development Branch update - v2.005 | 2026-04-08 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.005) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version mostly fixes a few bugs of the 2.0 updateLet us know what you think about it, if you find bugs or performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Added the ability to select the destination spawn point when traveling to a planet for the first timePinned re |
| "2.0 Update" is Available! | 2026-04-06 | Hello terraformers!Planet Crafter "2.0 Update" is now live!Two years after the full release of Planet Crafter, we wanted to take some time to improve multiple things to make the game as beautiful and enjoyable as possible, for new and returning players!New content: a new biome on Prime, improved biomes, new decorations to build, new portals locations, etc...Improved graphics: better skyboxes, terrains, vegetation and water shaders. Evolving real visuals of planets in the sky. New features: Third person mode, jetpack for rover, ...Improved performances: RAM reduction, CPU/GPU improvements, ...Improved gameplay: improved rover drivability, bett |
| Development Branch update - v2.004 | 2026-04-02 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.004) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version is a release candidate, meaning it will be the version that will go live if no game breaking bugs are found.Let us know what you think about it, if you find bugs or performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : One new spawn site for Toxicity when creati |
| Development Branch update - v2.003 | 2026-04-01 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.003) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version adds new content.Let us know what you think about it, if you find bugs or performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Added 5 new constructibles : rounded fence, aquarium tube, arcade machine, vending machine, lava lamp (only in creative mode or WIP fo |
| Development Branch update - v2.002 | 2026-03-26 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.002) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version adds new content.Let us know what you think about it, if you find bugs or performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Planets in the sky are now the "real" other planets of the system. Their visual will change depending on their terraformation values.N |
| Development Branch update - v2.001 | 2026-03-19 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.001) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version adresses most of the bugs present in the previous versionLet us know what you think about it, if you find bugs or performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : New items : Arch and Wall WaterLife (only in creative mode for now)New waterfalls shaderConstr |
| "2.0 Update" incoming & more in 2026! | 2026-03-12 | Hello terraformers!Today, I wanted to share with you our plan for the coming months for Planet Crafter.The "2.0 Update"First of all, we are happy to announce that our next free update is coming soon! The "2.0 Update" will bring:New content (new biome on Prime, new decorations to build, improved biomes, new portals locations, etc...) New features (third person mode, QOL & frequently asked features, bug fixes, etc...)Graphical improvements (skyboxes, weather events, terrain, shaders, etc...)Performances improvements (RAM reduction, improved drones, etc...)and more!It will be available in the coming weeks, so stay tuned!Feel free to switch the d |
| Development Branch update - v2.000 | 2026-03-12 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v2.000) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This version is a preview for the next V2.0 Update that will be released in the coming weeks.Let us know what you think about it, if you find bugs or performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Third person mode (check the key binding options to switch view)Prime : |
| Toxicity Patch #6 - Main branch | 2026-01-27 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v1.618) on the main branch. You need to restart Steam to get it. This version addresses minor performances, multiplayer & environment issues.We started the work on our next free update, more information in the coming weeks!For people playing multiplayer make sure everyone has the same version, if in doubt restart Steam.If you have issues, please remove or update your mods. Temporary changelog : New animal and and new dioramas now properly displayed in multiplayer gamesFixed issues and optimized the tree placement system to avoid blocking constructionsPerformances improvements related to tr |
| Happy new year from Miju Games! | 2026-01-15 | Hello terraformers!Happy new year from Miju Games! 2025 has been a great year for Planet Crafter! After the creation of the free Moons update we released the Toxicity DLC.Your reception for Toxicity was great. We read all the feedbacks we could to see where we could improve. So, we are releasing a small patch to perfect it. (scroll down for more info)For 2026, we'll continue working on Planet Crafter. Our main focus for the coming months will be to release a Quality Of Life & Improvements update, and then, a new free Moon sometime before the end of the year.And a few other surprises we'll keep secret for now ;-)/!\\ Warning for Mods Users : Y |
| Development Branch update - v1.616 | 2026-01-14 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v1.616) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This updates increase the engine version. It should not change anything, but could cause unexpected differences. Let us know if you see any discrepancies between this version and the one on the master branch.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Added a new creature specific to T |
| Development Branch update - v1.615 | 2025-12-18 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v1.615) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This updates increase the engine version. It should not change anything, but could cause unexpected differences. Let us know if you see any discrepancies between this version and the one on the master branch.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Upgrade engine version Stay in the |
| Toxicity Patch #5 - Main branch | 2025-12-10 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v1.614) on the main branch. You need to restart Steam to get it. This version adresses minor issues. This should be the final update before our holidays. See you next year for more Planet Crafter news! For people playing multiplayer make sure everyone has the same version, if in doubt restart Steam.If you have issues, please remove or update your mods. Temporary changelog : Added a new usable train line, starting from the prison (it needs to be put back into service with energy fuses).Fixed UI on planet info displayer for Toxicity unlockablesFixed Toxic craft station titleIncreased logisti |
| Toxicity Patch #4 - Main branch | 2025-12-04 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v1.613) on the main branch. You need to restart Steam to get it. We read all the feedback we could about Toxicity, and decided to continue improving on this DLC.We added new vegetation, specific to this planet, to increase to feeling of change while you reach the final stages of the terraforming process.We added a new toxic goo container, that should help the process of cleaning the biomes.On top of that, we continued to fix all the small bugs we could identify.For people playing multiplayer make sure everyone has the same version, if in doubt restart Steam.If you have issues, please remov |
| Development Branch update - v1.613 | 2025-12-04 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v1.613) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This updates fixes minor issues, it will go live soon if no major bugs are found.Let us know what you think about it and if you have major performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Goo container properly unlocks on Toxicity and not the save starting planetLogisti |
| Development Branch update - v1.612 | 2025-12-03 | Hello Terraformers! We've just updated a new version (v1.612) on the development branch. To try it, see the "How to switch branches?" question in the FAQ. This updates adds more meaningful terraforming impacts.Let us know what you think about it and if you have major performances changes.As usual, restart Steam to get the update, and backup your save before trying the dev branch. All players must have the same version to play co-op. If you have issues launching the game, remove all your mods before reporting bugs. Temporary changelog : Added a lot more of visual environment changes on Toxicity mapAdded a new "Toxic Goo Container" to help clea |
| Nominate Planet Crafter for the Labor or Love Steam award! | 2025-11-25 | Hello terraformers!2025 was another great year for Planet Crafter! Once again, our small team has been hard at work this year, to improve Planet Crafter as much as we could.Just after the release of Humble, we released a free "Decoration Update", followed by our biggest free update "The Moons Update", which added 2 new moons and an ambitious interplanetary travel feature that allows you to terraform an entire solar system! Last week, we released the Toxicity DLC, which includes a whole new planet with new mechanics and new lore! We're going to polish Toxicity for a few weeks and, then, start working again on the next free update.We can't than |