Techncial Test Server - Second Update

Greetings everyone!

A new update has been deployed to the TTS, and we are here again to share news about it!

Update 4 Highlights

Spearheading the changes of Update 4, a new revamped iteration of Research (Academy) enters its first testing phase.

We have collected plenty of feedback on the topic, and some of the new elements for this system include economic research and increased use of rarely required goods. 

Auto-recruit is also now available to all recruitment buildings, plus hotkeys to cycle between available recruitment buildings.

Roads have also received a visual upgrade, to increase the feeling of settlement construction.

The Order Units

Beyond inclusions directly in the game, we have also shown a preview of the new units meant to replace the old Alchemist and Firewarden (yes, the RocketOxen is gone!).

These units are now known as The Order of Brunn units (Short: The Order), dealing severe damage to buildings or clumped up military foes.

We will share more information about them at a later point, but here is the reveal of the winner of our TTS poll!

Map Spotlights

We have been hard at work adding maps to the Skirmish pool.

Today we would like to share with you the first Map Spotlight in our series: the 2v2 map Valley of Prayers.

New Invites

Together with Update 4, a new batch of 500 invites has been sent out. Make sure once again to check your emails and join us!

So far, we have been selecting participants of the Closed Beta to offer a great comparison point for them.

We are working on an application process for those that missed the Closed Beta and would still like to participate of our TTS developments.

With love,
Your The Settlers Team.