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• Patch Notes·23 Feb 2026Official

  Beta update #2

  Hello Agents,Here is your latest operational report on Mission: FALLENSTAR.Our teams have been closely monitoring the evolving conditions inside the Cortex. New environmental patterns have been observed, projectile interactions have been recalibrated, and several structural inconsistencies have been corrected.Let us review the findings together.Before we proceed, we encourage all Agents to join our Discord to stay informed on active developments and participate in upcoming Aetherion Company initiatives https://discord.gg/vC3nmDXxejBeta Update #2: Patch noteEnvironmental Observations – The CortexRecon units report expanded spatial layering within the Cortex.New background structures and ambient animations have been deployed to reinforce the vast, mechanical emptiness of the sector. The objective remains unchanged: a cold, lifeless expanse, interrupted only by automated hostiles and industrial remnants.Additional environmental expansions are already in preparation.Ballistics & Impact Systems UpdateOur engineering division has implemented foundational upgrades to projectile behavior systems.Operational adjustments include:Improved projectile collision detection protocolsDistinct impact signatures for each projectile and surface materialExpanded particle responses for status effects and restoration eventsThese refinements are designed to enhance combat clarity and prepare the system for future weapon and enemy variants.Note: Collision calibration may still require adjustment for Heavy Gunner units. A corrective hotfix is scheduled.Trap Interaction RefinementField feedback indicated that trap descent events were overly abrupt.A new visual transition protocol has been introduced to smooth the experience while preserving mechanical integrity. Agents are encouraged to report on field performance.Structural CorrectionsThe following system irregularities have been resolved:HUD failing to redeploy after specific cutscenesRusted door control panel in The Wires not responding co...
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• Patch Notes·3 Feb 2026Official

  Beta Update #1

  Hello Agents,Here’s your weekly report on Mission: FALLENSTAR. We’ve discovered a few new behaviors among the inhabitants of the Cortex, so let’s review them together.But before we begin, feel free to join our Discord to stay up to date and take part in future Aetherion Company events:https://discord.gg/vC3nmDXxej Beta Update #1: Patch note We're attempting to improve our knowledge of the new biome as well as address some known issues from agent feedback from the last build. Some of those fixes and improvements are in, some will be coming as soon as an hotfix, some will be coming in the next patch. The goal for this patch was to give some improvements and fix some small issues, next patch will be much more cumbersome. Changes: Needle Drone's bolts now cause bleed damageNeedle Drones patrolling is fixed, they no longer swarm the player a few seconds after entering the CortexImproved the way status effects are applied and improved the effectsImproved effects of enemy weaponsRigsmith has a new revolver reload animationBuffed Thrax Known Issues: Pressing button to open door before other doors finish opening is still an issue, a fix should be in Monday's hotfixShotgun raiders only shoot one bullet, instead of 5 or 6 like a shotgun normally doesSome visual artifacts between tiles What's Next: Door bug fix ASAPImproved clarity when the player falls into spikes or some other trapLot's of Rigsmith improvements, she should be out of beta next patchNew and improved tutorialImprovements to the Cortex and additional areas to explore
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• Announcements·16 Jan 2026Official

  Join our Closed Beta!

  Welcome Agents.You may have noticed that the mothership has been silent for the past few weeks regarding your presence at the Crimson Gate. That silence has now been broken, because something big is coming. We have new information regarding your mission on 347TH2-Terminus and Project Red Sun. The last time you checked in, you had access to the state of the planet and the Wires, the first explorable zone. We are now launching our closed beta for FALLENSTAR, granting you new access and tools to progress further on 347TH2-Terminus. Here are the changes you will encounter during your journey down there:A new zone of the planet has become accessible thanks to your last escapade: The Cortex a fortified control hub once used to oversee the plasma reactor and its connection to the power grid. Once a secure facility for engineers and security personnel, it is now overrun by hostile defense systems. Designed to counter large scale attacks, its corrupted AI now targets all intruders without hesitation. Expect a brutal welcome. New enemies have been spotted in the Cortex. Be very careful, as they’re very different from anything you’ve encountered so far:Needle Drone: robotic flying enemy that fires bolts that cause bleed damage Scorch Spider: robotic spider that crawls on walls and ceilings and fires lasers that inflict burn damage Trooper Bots: large robots that move slow but hurt a lot Auto Turret: rapid firing turret that shoots any organic creature on site Missile Battery: same as the turret except the projectiles explodeYou can join this beta by entering the Aetherion Discord server. You may access the portal by scanning the QR code below or clicking on this link.May you uncover the answers we seek, Agent.
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• Announcements·3 Dec 2025Official

  Dev Diary #1: Meet FALLENSTAR's creator!

  Hello Agents,Welcome to our very first DEV Diary, a series where we shine a light on the people working behind the scenes to bring FALLENSTAR to life.Today, we’re starting with Ben, founder of NebulaVoid Interactive and the mind behind FALLENSTAR. But before we begin, feel free to join our Discord to stay updated and take part in future events: https://discord.gg/vC3nmDXxejA few words to beginAbout Me: I'm Ben, owner of NebulaVoid Interactive and creator of FALLENSTAR. I'm (hopefully) in the process of shifting my career from software engineering to full-time game development. The corporate dystopia in FALLENSTAR is inspired by my own experience and disillusionment with American corporate culture, which gives the game a very personal, unique edge.What I’m Working On: Right now I’m focused on programming, design, production, and everything in between. I am building systems involving random level generation, enemy AI, and combat balance. I also find time for refining game feel, and writing the world itself. I started this project on my own, and I’m committed to ensuring it grows into the kind of experience players expect and deserve.My Vision for FALLENSTAR“I want the world of FALLENSTAR to feel dangerous, but I also want players to feel like a threat themselves. The combat is meant to be challenging and unforgiving, the exploration rewarding, and the lore rich. My goal is to fully immerse players in the world my team and I are building.”Here's a short video to present myself:
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• Announcements·14 Nov 2025Official

  Get Ready! Our FIRST Public Playtest is Coming!

  Hey everyone!We’ve got some big news for our very first Steam post!We’re launching our first-ever public playtest, and you’re invited to be among the very first to jump into the FALLENSTAR action and help us shape the game!This playtest is public, meaning you can request access directly from our Steam page and start playing in just a few clicks.Even better: this is only the beginning. This test is the first in a monthly playtest plan. Each month, we’ll open the gates again so we can keep building the game together with our community.WhenStarting today, Friday 14th at 8AM PST (5PM CET), and running until Sunday at 11:59PM PST (8:59AM CET).How to joinHead over to our Steam page and hit the “REQUEST ACCESS” button.Where to hang outYou don’t need to join anything to participate, but we’d love to welcome you into our community on Discord:https://discord.gg/c52NGQhaDqWhat’s in this playtest?Since our last update (or for anyone discovering us for the first time!), we’ve added a ton of improvements to make combat more dynamic, enemies more reactive, and the world more alive.Here’s a taste of what you’ll find:• Meet the Juggermite A brand-new, tanky enemy. It rolls, it charges, and it hits hard — bring your biggest guns.• Tentacles Fight Back Tentacle enemies now react to your shots. Hit them and they’ll dive back into the ground before resurfacing. Stay alert!• Rigsmith Has a New Throw Rigsmith can now throw her turrets at short range, turning placements into fast tactical decisions.• Heavy Gunner Rework Your main weapon now fires instantly at a lower rate, then ramps up both fire rate and accuracy the longer you hold the trigger. Time to melt some metal.• Roaches Are Hatching Roaches now come from glowing eggs hidden around the map. Spot them early and destroy them before they hatch!• Explore and Unlock A new Gate and Key system is in place. Find switches that open doors elsewhere on the map to keep progressing.For those not joining the discord, please, feel free to share ...
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