Q: Where is feature/block “X” (Wheels, Weapons, Mechanical Blocks, Oxygen & Airtightness etc.)?
A: We’d love to have them in the game right now too! Some features need more time and testing to reach the quality we aim for. You can check our updated roadmap for an overview of what’s coming next and when you can expect your favorite features to arrive.

Q: What about multiplayer?
A: Because multiplayer only works if the core systems are solid first. If we added MP now, you’d have multiplayer but no real gameplay to use it with – and we’d just rewrite everything later.

We’re starting with 4-player co-op because it’s easier to stabilize, and full MP will follow once the foundations are ready.

Q: And NPCs?
A: NPCs are planned for VS4, alongside the first multiplayer implementation.

Q: Why does the Almagest system map have only 2 sectors?
A: More sectors will be added in the future updates. We also plan to introduce new missions and new mission types in regular smaller updates in between big vertical slices. 

Q: Will the sector resources differ in the future?
A: Yes, we plan to make resources more dispersed – not every resource will be available in every sector, encouraging exploration and trade between regions. Also the production chains are just a baseline tweaked especially for VS2 and you can expect more changes as the development progresses.

Q: Can I skip the block progression? I just want to build!
A: For now, we’d love you to play and test the colonization and contract systems, and share your feedback during this foundation phase of the game. Let us know – are we on the right track? Can we start expanding on these systems, or do they need more improvements?
Later on, we’ll add a true sandbox experience option to turn off mission-based block progression and start with the full set of building options right from the beginning.

Q: Can planets be modded? 
A: Planet modding is not fully supported at this stage of development – but do not worry, we will bring you modding support for planets in the future updates!

Q: Should I purchase Space Engineers 2 now?
A: If you’re excited about what’s already in the game and want to help shape its future, now is a great time to join. Buying early directly supports development and lets you influence the direction of SE2.

If you’ve been waiting for planets and the first foundations of survival to test and share feedback, this update is for you.
If you prefer to experience the full survival campaign, NPCs, and advanced systems, you may want to wait a bit longer until more features land.

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