The alien landscape is populated by dangerous predators like bears and wolves, as well as unique alien fauna. Expansion Packs and DLCs
Initially a free update that evolved into a major expansion, adding a more difficult desert-themed map for experienced players.
Players earn experience to unlock a multi-tier technology tree, advancing from primitive tools to high-tech industrial machinery. Permanent upgrades and advanced tools can be researched and purchased in the Orbital Workshop between missions.
The game features a complex weather system that creates realistic hazards like gale-force winds, forest fires, and lightning strikes. Different architectural materials have varying resistances to these events.