# Empyrion Announcements **URL:** https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/c/hws-announcements/empyrion-announcements/41.md [Latest](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/tags.md) --- ## [V1.19.5 Update](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-5-update/40163)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-5-update/40163 "2026-09-24T16:00:30Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to the public release of v1.19.5! This interim update not only includes several bug fixes but also entirely new content set within the Testing Grounds scenario. Along with m… --- ## [V1.19.x HOTFIX](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-x-hotfix/40162)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-x-hotfix/40162 "2026-09-24T16:00:29Z")
Changelog: v1.19.6 Build 5188 Fixes: Fixed Official Server were not always showing yellow in the multiplayer browser --- ## [V1.19.5 Update](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-5-update/40159)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-5-update/40159 "2026-09-23T16:00:40Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to the public release of v1.19.5! This interim update not only includes several bug fixes but also entirely new content set within the Testing Grounds scenario. Along with m… --- ## [V1.19.5 EXPERIMENTAL](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-5-experimental/40158)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-5-experimental/40158 "2026-09-23T16:00:32Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to the experimental phase of Update 1.19.5! This interim update not only includes several bug fixes but also entirely new content set within the Testing Grounds scenario. … --- ## [V1.19.5 EXPERIMENTAL](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-5-experimental/40148)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-5-experimental/40148 "2026-09-18T16:00:24Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to the experimental phase of Update 1.19.5! This interim update not only includes several bug fixes but also entirely new content set within the Testing Grounds scenario. … --- ## [V1.19.5 EXPERIMENTAL](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-5-experimental/40147)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-5-experimental/40147 "2026-09-17T16:00:29Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to the experimental phase of Update 1.19.5! This interim update not only includes several bug fixes but also entirely new content set within the Testing Grounds scenario. … --- ## [V1.19.2 Patch](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-2-patch/40068)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-2-patch/40068 "2026-08-19T16:01:30Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! We’ve just deployed a small hotfix to resolve a few issues that now have fixes ready. Thanks for your continued feedback and support keep exploring the stars! Changelog: v1.19.… --- ## [V1.19.2 Patch](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-2-patch/40045)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-2-patch/40045 "2026-08-12T16:01:35Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! We’ve just deployed a small hotfix to resolve a few issues that now have fixes ready. Thanks for your continued feedback and support keep exploring the stars! Changelog: v1.19.… --- ## [V1.19 - 11th Anniversary](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-11th-anniversary/40039)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-11th-anniversary/40039 "2026-08-10T16:01:14Z")
Hi Galactic Survivalists, Tomorrow, on August 5th, we celebrate 11 incredible years of Empyrion – Galactic Survival! Over the past eleven years, we’ve explored countless worlds, built incredible bases and capit… --- ## [V1.19 - 11th Anniversary](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-11th-anniversary/40027)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2026, 4:47pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-11th-anniversary/40027 "2026-08-07T16:47:47Z")
Hi Galactic Survivalists, Tomorrow, on August 5th, we celebrate 11 incredible years of Empyrion – Galactic Survival! Over the past eleven years, we’ve explored countless worlds, built incredible bases and capit… --- ## [V1.19 - 11th Anniversary](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-11th-anniversary/40025)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-11th-anniversary/40025 "2026-08-06T16:01:28Z")
Hi Galactic Survivalists, Tomorrow, on August 5th, we celebrate 11 incredible years of Empyrion – Galactic Survival! Over the past eleven years, we’ve explored countless worlds, built incredible bases and capit… --- ## [V1.19.1 Patch](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-1-patch/40024)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-1-patch/40024 "2026-08-06T16:01:28Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! We’ve just deployed a small hotfix to resolve a few issues that now have fixes ready. Thanks for your continued feedback and support keep exploring the stars! Changelog: v1.19.… --- ## [V1.19 - 11th Anniversary](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-11th-anniversary/40020)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-11th-anniversary/40020 "2026-08-05T16:01:34Z")
Hi Galactic Survivalists, Tomorrow, on August 5th, we celebrate 11 incredible years of Empyrion – Galactic Survival! Over the past eleven years, we’ve explored countless worlds, built incredible bases and capit… --- ## [V1.19 - 11th Anniversary](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-11th-anniversary/40019)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-19-11th-anniversary/40019 "2026-08-04T16:01:41Z")
Hi Galactic Survivalists, Tomorrow, on August 5th, we celebrate 11 incredible years of Empyrion – Galactic Survival! Over the past eleven years, we’ve explored countless worlds, built incredible bases and capit… --- ## [V1.18.2 Update](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-2-update/39989)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-2-update/39989 "2026-07-17T16:01:26Z")
Changelog: v1.18.2 Build 5116 Fixes: Fixed exception on player actions that would unlock a single-event achievement a 2nd time Changelog: v1.18.1 Build 5115 Changes: Added first batch of achievements f… --- ## [V1.18.2 Update](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-2-update/39988)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-2-update/39988 "2026-07-16T16:01:14Z")
Changelog: v1.18.2 Build 5116 Fixes: Fixed exception on player actions that would unlock a single-event achievement a 2nd time Changelog: v1.18.1 Build 5115 Changes: Added first batch of achievements f… --- ## [V1.18 Update](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-update/39980)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2026, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-update/39980 "2026-07-11T16:00:58Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to update 1.18! This version has a focus on a major rework of the status effect system, aimed at reducing stress during combat by minimizing overlapping or identical effects… --- ## [Welcome to Empyrion - Galactic Survival Free Weekend!](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/welcome-to-empyrion-galactic-survival-free-weekend/39977)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2026, 9:56am UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/welcome-to-empyrion-galactic-survival-free-weekend/39977 "2026-07-11T09:56:48Z")
Steam Free Weekend! Empyrion: Galactic Survival will be free to play on Steam during the Free Weekend! \> Starts: 16 July at 19:00 CET \> Ends: 20 July at 19:00 CET If you’ve been thinking about trying th… --- ## [V1.18 Update](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-update/39974)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-update/39974 "2026-07-09T16:01:35Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to update 1.18! This version has a focus on a major rework of the status effect system, aimed at reducing stress during combat by minimizing overlapping or identical effects… --- ## [V1.18 Update](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-update/39967)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-update/39967 "2026-07-08T16:01:26Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to update 1.18! This version has a focus on a major rework of the status effect system, aimed at reducing stress during combat by minimizing overlapping or identical effects… --- ## [V1.18 Experimental II](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-experimental-ii/39966)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-experimental-ii/39966 "2026-07-08T16:01:24Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to update 1.18! This version has a focus on a major rework of the status effect system, aimed at reducing stress during combat by minimizing overlapping or identical effects… --- ## [V1.18 Experimental I](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-experimental-i/39945)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-18-experimental-i/39945 "2026-07-01T16:01:15Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to the experimental phase of the upcoming 1.18 update! If you want to take a little break from the current heat, we recommend checking out the version released today, puttin… --- ## [V1.17 Release](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-17-release/39849)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-17-release/39849 "2026-05-19T16:01:29Z")
Dear Galactic Survivalists! We have successfully increased the maximum block limit in BlocksConfig.ecf to 8192. As a result, all item IDs used by the API (code mods) will shift accordingly. If your mod uses ite… --- ## [V1.17 Experimental II](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-17-experimental-ii/39848)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-17-experimental-ii/39848 "2026-05-19T16:01:28Z")
Hi Galactic Survivalists, We want to give all mod developers an early heads-up regarding an upcoming change planned for next week’s update. We have successfully increased the maximum block limit in BlocksConfig… --- ## [V1.17 Experimental II](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-17-experimental-ii/39816)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-17-experimental-ii/39816 "2026-05-13T16:01:34Z")
Hi Galactic Survivalists, We want to give all mod developers an early heads-up regarding an upcoming change planned for next week’s update. We have successfully increased the maximum block limit in BlocksConfig… --- ## [V1.17 Experimental](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-17-experimental/39800)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-17-experimental/39800 "2026-05-06T16:01:42Z")
Dear Galactic Survivalists! In Germany, there’s a saying: “May brings all things new” (Alles Neue macht der Mai). With that in mind, Update 1.17—which is going live to EXPERIMENTAL phase today—includes a major new … --- ## [Creative Sandbox Bundle!](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/creative-sandbox-bundle/39704)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2026, 5:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/creative-sandbox-bundle/39704 "2026-03-27T17:01:27Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! We’ve teamed up in an awesome Creative Sandbox Bundle on Steam — and it’s packed with some of the best building, engineering, and sandbox experiences out there! Featuring: Empyr… --- ## [V1.16.1 HOTFIX](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-16-1-hotfix/39701)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2026, 5:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-16-1-hotfix/39701 "2026-03-26T17:01:14Z")
Hey Galactic Survivalists! We have a small update to address some issues stay tuned for more! Where to report bugs? Bug reporting: https://empyriononline.com/forums/bugs.24/ Problems with POI’s and … --- ## [V1.16 Update](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-16-update/39697)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2026, 5:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/v1-16-update/39697 "2026-03-25T17:01:16Z")
Hello Galactic Survivalists! Welcome to update 1.16! Version 1.16 not only aims to make the galaxy more lively again - by adding more POI, vessels and also enemies to solar systems and planets - but also adds t… --- ## [RC: v1.16 EXPERIMENTAL](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/rc-v1-16-experimental/39692)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2026, 5:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/rc-v1-16-experimental/39692 "2026-03-20T17:01:12Z")
Changelog: v1.16 Build 5001 Changes: upd Added inline info about Dark Faction to default random scenario for reference upd Added new SFX for Progenitor crystal entities upd Added LOD/Culling to progenitor devices Ad… [Next page](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/c/hws-announcements/empyrion-announcements/41.md?page=1)