Silica — 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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| Major AI Overhaul, New Maps & Massive Gameplay Improvements | 2026-05-21 | Hello Everyone, A new update is rolling out including many features improving your experience: From improved AI pathfinding and vehicle handling to new maps, major UI improvements, Sandbox upgrades, multiplayer additions, and dozens of long-standing fixes. Units now move smarter and more naturally, vehicles navigate terrain reliably, air units behave correctly, and alien pathfinding has been heavily optimized for more aggressive and responsive combat. On top of that, we’ve added two brand-new maps, victory screens, loading screens, RTS notifications, team-specific Sandbox objectives, and a wide range of balancing and graphical improvements. T |
| [Hotfix] Silica V0.9.1 | 2025-12-18 | Greetings Everyone! Firstly, we'd like to thank you for the overwhelmingly positive reaction on Steam, our Discord server, and our social media channels, as it truly means a great deal to us!As this also marks the last update of 2025, we would like to wish you great Christmas holidays and a happy new year - we'll see you with more updates in 2026! Now, let's jump into some hot fixes and changes coming with the 0.9.1 version of Silica.Fixed: Massive performance loss on minimap with many units and structures |
| [Update] Silica V0.9 - Unit split | 2025-12-11 | Season's greetings everyone! In the spirit of Christmas, we want to share our thanks for your glorious support by releasing one massive update to close off the year. It is truly giant, featuring the long-awaited Unit Split, completely differentiating the two human factions, Centauri and Sol. This adds a total of 21 new units and 13 new structures, fully nailing down the distinction between the two. Performance is also greatly improved thanks to a plethora of optimizations leading to much smoother gameplay, even on older systems. But that is not all, and so to keep things simple and intuitive, here is a rough rundown of what to expect in the u |
| [Update] Silica V0.8.144 | 2025-08-08 | Get ready as update V0.8.144 just dropped, and it’s packing some handy new features and fixes. Sandbox players can now set rally points AI pathing got a brain boost The map just got way more interactive with fresh ping tools. Oh, and did someone say Sol Research Facility? (Cheaters only—for now.) Full patch note below: Silica V0.8.144: Gameplay: Added: Rally points for UnitGenerators in Sandbox AI: Improved: Smoother AI pathing UI: Added: Pinging on large map Added: Pinging units directly via map Added: Name of pinger and pinged target to ping icon display Added: Simple tooltips for map icons in Full screen map Improve: Generator Settings in |
| [Update] Silica V0.8.143 - Collision Avoidance | 2025-06-26 | The scorching rays of Dan’s Star seared my face as I watched the lumbering beast make its way across the chasm, a testament to human ingenuity. On Baltarus, even the evening sun is torture. My guard up I stood fast as the final Harvester screeched to a halt and lowered its bucket-wheel mining apparatus, preparing to excavate. The day was long and arduous, just like the one before it. The unforgiving sands swept across my visor, etching wide contours akin to the abundant dunes beyond. The Barracks provide a brief but welcome respite from this hell before once more heading into the fray. But I am lucky, my deployment concludes this solar cycle, |
| [Update] A new look! | 2025-03-18 | Hey everyone, A brand-new update has just landed in Baltarus, and it brings some exciting changes! Our main beat with this update is the brand-new UI changes! This update will make the interface visually appealing and more intuitive providing a better experience while fighting for resources on Baltarus or exploring a new map! Massive shoutout to Aleksander "Koji" Karlov for his incredible work! GG, Koji! ❤️ 🌍 Introducing Black Isle! One of the biggest highlights of this update is the addition of Black Isle, a brand-new battlefield on Centaurus. Prepare for intense combat as you explore its rugged terrain and uncover new strategic possibiliti |
| 🎉 Silica 20% Off – Bring a Friend & Conquer Baltarus! 🚀 | 2025-03-13 | From March 13th to March 20th, Silica is 20% off—the perfect time to squad up with a friend and dive into Baltarus together! Will you fight for survival as humans or dominate the battlefield as aliens? The choice is yours! But that’s not all... a big update is just around the corner! Get ready for a sleek new UI, tons of quality-of-life improvements, and an exciting new map to explore. 🔥 Stay in the loop! Join our Discord to get the latest updates Or join us on our other social media: |
| Real Time Strategy stream with LycanMB! | 2025-01-26 | 🎮 The RTS Action Continues! 🚀 Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a fresh recruit, it's always the right time to sharpen your skills and become a top-tier commander! 🛡️⚔️ 🗓️ This Sunday, January 26th, at 20:00 CEST, join our amazing contributor LycanMB for a special stream dedicated to turning you into the next elite commander on the Baltarus battlefield! 🌌🔥 📺 Catch the stream on Steam, Twitch, or YouTube! 🎥 Can't wait to get started? Check out this video packed with essential tips: 💬 Don’t forget to join our community on Discord and connect with fellow strategists: Or on our other social media channels: See you on Baltarus, Command |
| Master the Battlefield: Silica's RTS Event and Essential Tips! | 2025-01-21 | Hello everyone! From January 20th to 27th, the Real-Time Strategy event is live on Steam, and to celebrate, Silica is available at a 20% discount! Don’t miss your chance to dive into the action. New to commanding? No worries—we’ve got you covered! Check out our top 5 tips for mastering the commander role, whether you’re leading the aliens or the humans. Looking for even more expert advice? Join our community on Discord and connect with seasoned players. Take care, and may the best commander conquer Baltarus! 🚀👾 Or on our other social media channels: |
| Thank You for an Amazing Year with Silica | 2024-12-23 | Hello Everyone, As the year comes to a close, we’re filled with gratitude and joy reflecting on what an incredible journey it has been. While our story began some time ago, this past year has been one of the most exciting yet, with updates like new units, game modes, and maps. During this festive season, we wanted to give you a closer look at our team and our work through a special devblog in a new format. We hope you enjoy it! On behalf of the entire Silica team, we wish you and your loved ones a wonderful end to the year, filled with warmth, joy, and cherished memories. Your unwavering enthusiasm and support have been our greatest source of |
| Winter Sales Are Here—It’s Time to Conquer Baltarus! ❄️🔥 | 2024-12-20 | From December 19th to January 2nd, Silica is 20% off on Steam! 🕹️ If you’ve been waiting to jump into the action, now’s the perfect moment. Why? Because Update 0.8.115 just dropped, bringing a brand-new map and a slew of exciting improvements! 🌌 Get ready to test your skills on the icy plains of Polaris Outpost, the latest battlefield on Baltarus. There’s nothing hotter than the heat of battle, so gear up and dive in before the sale ends. Don’t let this epic deal pass you by! Wishing you an incredible end to the year—see you on the frozen frontlines! ❄️⚔️ |
| [Update] Silica V0.8.115 - New map: Polaris Outpost | 2024-12-19 | Hello everyone! The last major update of the year is finally here and brings a lot of exciting changes to the game. New map: Polaris Outpost. One of the key additions is the brand-new map: Polaris Outpost! Located at the extreme north pole of Baltarus, this map is drastically different from the hot and arid climate, usually iconic from the planet. However, this new map is not the only new addition coming with this update. Crimson Peak now available in siege mode: The siege mode added in November is now playable on Crimson Peak our latest battlefield added to the game. Beware soldiers, as this time you will be able to defend the base against r |
| The Steam Awards Nominations Are Now Open! | 2024-12-02 | The Steam Awards Nominations Are Now Open! Nominate Silica for the Labor of Love category! This category celebrates games that are still evolving through regular updates and fresh content. Our dedicated team is committed to refining and expanding Silica during its pre-release phase and beyond. To cast your vote, click here: Steam Awards Nominations. Don't wait—nominations close on December 4th at 10 AM Pacific Time! Since Silica’s early release in May 2023, we’ve rolled out several updates, including air units, new game modes, maps, and biomes . Looking ahead to 2025, you can expect even more updates and exciting new content. We don’t want to |
| [Update] Silica V0.8.105 - New map: Crimson Peak | 2024-11-28 | Greetings, Sol and Centauri soldiers! Back in mid-October, we gave you an exclusive sneak peek at Crimson Peak in our first devblog. Now, the wait is officially over—the highly anticipated new map is live and ready for action! Breaking away from the arid, sprawling sand plains of Baltarus, Crimson Peak introduces a stunning new biome. Picture a battlefield with sparse vegetation, partially covering the landscape, all bathed in a haunting crimson glow. Nestled within the Southern Tablelands, this top-secret balterium seeding site on the Centauri homeworld has become the epicenter of ferocious clashes for control over the precious resources. Ge |
| Social Media contest: Winners | 2024-11-22 | Hey everyone, The past few weeks have been packed with thrilling announcements and updates for Silica. To help you keep track of everything, here's a quick recap of what’s been happening: Gleam campaign and winners: From November 11th to 18th, we ran an exciting Gleam campaign, giving fans a chance to win a Silica digital key by engaging with our social media platforms. The results are in! 🎉 Five lucky winners have been chosen. Check your email—if you're among them, your prize is waiting for you! For those who didn’t snag a win this time, don’t worry, more events are just around the corner, so you’ll have plenty of chances to participate in |
| Developer stream with LycanMB | 2024-11-17 | This week as been packed with updates from the brand new Siege game mode to the arrival of a new map : The Maw! Want to dive more into our plans for the future and discover the works behind the scene from those last update ? Curious about what’s next or the magic behind these updates? Don’t miss our Developer Stream happening today, November 17th, at 8 PM! Hosted by our Ambassador LycanMB and lead developer Martin 'Dram' Melichárek, we’re diving into future plans, behind-the-scenes insights, and more. For more updates, discussions, and sneak peeks, hop into our Discord community. 🌍 See you on Baltarus! Over and out. |
| [Update] Silica V0.8.102: New map: The Maw! | 2024-11-15 | Exciting News: A New Map Has Arrived! Earlier this week, we released the highly anticipated Siege Mode! But wait, there’s more—because great news never comes alone. We’re thrilled to announce the release of a brand-new map today: The Maw. This unique battlefield features a colossal, insatiable mouth at its center. Whether you’re flying solo or teaming up with friends, prepare to face the unrelenting enemy on this brand new battlefield. And don’t miss out—our giveaway campaign is still running on all our social platforms until November 18th! Seize the opportunity to win additional Silica digital keys for yourself or your friends. Stay connecte |
| [Update] Silica V0.8.98 : Siege Mode! | 2024-11-11 | Hey everyone! A brand-new update just dropped on Baltarus, and it’s bringing the action to a whole new level. Introducing Siege Mode The long-awaited Siege mode is here! This exciting new game mode is all about intense, close-quarters combat, whether you are playing solo or teaming up with friends. Protect your base against relentless hordes of enemies or fiercely attack your opponent as a Soldier or commander! The choice is yours! Load your weapons, suit up and prepare for battle to stay in control of the battlefield. Are you ready to face the relentless enemy onslaught? More Updates in This Patch Although the focus has been on the new Siege |
| DevBlog #1- Sol's Structures and Centaurus | 2024-10-11 | Hey Everyone, We’re excited to kick off the first of many Devblogs, where we’ll take you behind the scenes of our game development journey. We’ll dive into upcoming plans, future updates, and, of course, give you some tantalizing sneak peeks at what’s in store—new game modes, maps, units, and more! Let’s get straight to it. Back in September, we unveiled a first look at the Sol structures, and your response was incredible! The excitement around this new design has been amazing, so we’re thrilled to bring you even more updates and visuals on this front. 😉 As many of you know, in Silica, the human empire is split between two factions: Centauri |
| Screenshot contest- Autumn 2024 | 2024-09-26 | Hello everyone, The screenshots contest is back and better than ever! 📸🎮 From the 26th of September to the 3rd of October, you can join our event and showcase your best moments from the epic Baltarus battlefield. Capture your most stunning screenshots or videos, and you could win a free Silica key and a limited-edition T-shirt! Ready to jump in? Simply share your top shot in our discord dedicated channel. Our team will review all submissions, and we’ll announce the three lucky winners shortly after the event wraps up! Not sure how to use the freecam in-game? No problem—we’ve got you covered with this handy guide. Good luck, and may the best |