The core of this update is the Treasure Hunt transformation. Moonshot Games is leaning harder into the extraction shooter elements, introducing a loot system where your survival dictates your progression. Players will face off against new Ghost Stalkers while trying to secure exclusive perks through the new Starlogs system. By earning 'Chips' during matches, you can unlock specific upgrades in the Treasure Hunt and Expanse Starlogs, rewarding consistent performance with tangible power spikes.
For those of us tired of the current boarding meta, there is good news. Update 1.5 introduces a significant boarding nerf alongside Defender Crew Bonuses. This should make ship-to-ship combat feel more tactical and less like a frantic rush to jump onto the enemy deck. To help players survive these encounters, all Prospector characters are receiving health buffs. For example, Adrian is being bumped up to 150 health, providing a much-needed buffer during close-quarters skirmishes.
Finally, the community's most requested feature is arriving: a Custom Live Lobby Browser. This tool allows you to search for and join public lobbies or manage private matches with far more control than the previous matchmaking system allowed. Whether you are looking for a competitive crew or a casual run through the new zones, finding a game just got a lot easier.
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