[p]We just released a new update.[/p][p][/p][p]Mine[/p][p]In this update, the mine has been greatly expanded and the atmosphere in the mine has also been adjusted. From now on you also have the possibility to enter the mine behind the big mountain.[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/39690137/fe845443a441e6102aace5bd7b06e321813c8ece.jpg"][/p][p]Ruin[/p][p]The ruin has been completely redesigned and enlarged, you now have a new entrance, but the atmosphere has also been revised here.[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/39690137/0b2cb2b2e68ada2c07dce75183ed187c6b487994.jpg"][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/39690137/721bd56829e01781fb3b2de47fc6b568b73d7385.jpg"][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/39690137/59e2a98f3d1ae2bc8436d2570d4f00ef9e8fc82d.jpg"][/p][p]Street lighting[/p][p]In the small village behind the ruins, the streetlights have been removed and lamps have been installed on the houses instead.[/p][p][/p][p]Environment & lighting[/p][p]Small adjustments have also been made here to make the shadows more prominent, the colors are slightly more accentuated and the bloom effect has been slightly reduced.[/p][p][/p][p]Headlamp[/p][p]The brightness has been increased slightly as it was quite dark.[/p][p][/p][p]Loot[/p][p]Due to an incorrectly set loot, one or the other loot opportunity was removed from the level too quickly. For example, an apple lying around. From now on, it remains lying around until you pick it up. However, this only applies to placed loot, things that you drop yourself disappear after a certain time.[/p][p][/p][p]Standing torch[/p][p]The brightness of the standing torch has been increased so that it can provide more light.[/p][p][/p][p]Bootcamp[/p][p]Some changes have also been made here, both visually and in the options for testing items. Superfluous weapons have been removed, you should be able to use the bootcamp for testing to find your way around the game a little better before you start the actual game.[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/39690137/f8dca2b8f78bb2c1ac1c9210f55e89558b9bc97f.jpg"][/p][p]Ocean[/p][p]Apparently the ocean was not displayed correctly for players when they went swimming in the sea. I have made changes here to fix the problem.[/p][p][/p][p]General Fixes[/p][p]Various smaller bugs have been fixed to improve the gameplay experience and stability.[/p][p]If you have any questions or feedback, let me know! Thank you for your support and have fun with the game!
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[p]We just released a new update.[/p][p][/p][p]Info[/p][p]Since many individual changes were made and the GPU bug was also fixed, it is recommended to go in-game -> Main Menu -> Settings (Help) and perform Clear once. If necessary, also perform Reset in the video settings in-game.[/p][p][/p][p]Game[/p][p]KeepUp Survival game files have now been further reduced, so that less disk space is used – around 4 GB less.[/p][p]Additionally, other internal things were changed, which makes this update quite large.[/p][p][/p][p]Graphics Settings[/p][p]More FPS settings have been added, which you can now select.[/p][p][/p][p]GPU Bottleneck Fixed[/p][p]After a long wait, the GPU bug has now been fixed. This bug caused unnecessary GPU load, which led to poor frame rates.[/p][p]You should now be able to reach around 120+ FPS with Ultra Settings on the recommended hardware without limitations.[/p][p][/p][p]GPU Usage[/p][p]Additionally, GPU usage has been reduced. However, keep in mind that depending on the hardware and settings you use, your hardware will be challenged accordingly.[/p][p][/p][p]GPU VRAM[/p][p]Additionally, GPU VRAM usage has been greatly reduced to make it possible for weaker hardware to run the game properly. Work is still ongoing to reduce usage as much as possible.[/p][p][/p][p]Lost Island Rework[/p][p]As announced in the news, Lost Island is receiving a small rework. In this update, large changes to the castle are included. The current castle was completely removed and replaced with a new one, along with nearby small houses.[/p][p]A mine has also been added, where you can find many stones to harvest.[/p][p]Also added are structural changes to large rocks, now visible across large parts of the map to make everything more visually appealing. Wooden stairs for climbing and new paths have also been added.[/p][p]Additionally, lifeless bodies can be found in certain areas of the map, meant to highlight a bit of the story of Lost Island. Even though KeepUp Survival is a sandbox game, it still needs a small story. In a future update, I plan to leave a hidden clue – follow this clue and you’ll learn more.[/p][p]The horse you can own has been relocated and can now be found near the castle.[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/39690137/f5c2436760df06c4f9619820b241cf35b2155a51.jpg"][TAG-80][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/39690137/12f5dae8b95f153db55f0ba646a5232e4d38b3c3.jpg"][/p][p]Further Changes[/p][p]Further changes to the crafting stations and the sulfur area were planned for this update, but I won’t release them yet. I prioritized the performance improvements and wanted to provide them as quickly as possible.[/p][p]In the next update, more changes to Lost Island Map will be released.[/p][p][/p][p]General Fixes[/p][p]Various smaller bugs have been fixed to improve the gameplay experience and stability.[/p][p]If you have any questions or feedback, let me know! Thank you for your support and have fun with the game!
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GPU bottleneck bug will be fixed in the next update and more!
Hello Community,
[p][/p][p]Today I would like to share some good news about performance improvements and news about Lost Island.[/p][p][/p][p]A lot has already been done to improve performance, but so far the effects have been minimal. Quality has also had to take a back seat from time to time.[/p][p][/p][p]KeepUp Survival had an intense internal GPU bug that was so difficult to track down that it seemed almost impossible to find the problem properly. Even new versions of the engine didn't have the desired effect at first.[/p][p][/p][p]However, after much deliberation, I decided to take a bigger step and switch to the latest engine version in order to carry out further tests.[/p][p]And that's exactly what fixed the GPU bottleneck bug![/p][p][/p][p]Sometimes in development you have the strangest things where you keep asking yourself: what was it again? that's the way it is.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]I can now say: it runs very well![/p][p]Even older computers will be able to play the game properly again with the upcoming update.[/p][p][/p][p]With Ultra Settings + TSR you can now achieve over 130 FPS (without limitation) on Lost Island, and on the Mountain Map it's even over 170 FPS.[/p][p][/p][p]GPU utilization used to be a tricky issue.[/p][p]Here, too, the values are now very good: with an FPS limit of 60 FPS, the GPU load is only 50 % to 55 %.[/p][p]Of course, if you want to use higher FPS, you will have a correspondingly higher load - everyone should be aware of that. As it currently stands, it is perfectly tuned.[/p][p][/p][p]VRAM usage has also been optimized:[/p][p]In order to reduce the memory consumption of the graphics card, I have reworked many textures.[/p][p]Now they usually only use up to 3-4 GB (a little more depending on the situation).[/p][p]My goal remains to keep the game playable for older systems.[/p][p][/p][p]News about Lost Island:[/p][p]Lost Island is also currently receiving a small rework.[/p][p]With the upcoming update, there will be more new buildings, including a quarry.[/p][p]The large castle will also be completely renovated and given a completely new look.[/p][p][/p][p]Another feature planned for the upcoming update:[/p][p]You will no longer be able to simply mine sulphur (sulfur) in the future, it will be necessary to carry a gas mask with you to do so.[/p][p][/p][p]At this point, many thanks again to Steam user & streamer Kredox, who gave me this idea![/p][p][/p][p]You still don't have to worry about your savegames:[/p][p]Your saved game data will of course be retained and can still be loaded, even if some new features and changes are added to the game.[/p][p][/p][p]The changes to the crafting stations will also be included in this update (as already announced in the penultimate update).[/p][p][/p][p]More information will follow with the upcoming update, which will be released soon![/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/39690137/27f3400358866ed4ae24ac7cf2a245e02f810dc1.gif"][TAG-110][/p]
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A fix has been applied to the graphics settings. The button for overall quality was always displaying the wrong name after saving, but this had no effect on the settings.
Crafting
The converter can now process additional clothing items. Previously, it was only possible to process more female clothing; now all clothing items can be processed.
General Fixes
Various minor bugs have been fixed to improve overall gameplay experience and stability.
If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to let me know! Thanks for your support and enjoy the game!
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Improvements to Achievements, Starting Clothes, and Visual Effects!
Hello Community,
We have just released a new update.
Achievements
We have improved the "5 Days" achievement, as it wasn't always triggered correctly before. If this happened to you, it will now be fixed during your next gameplay and triggered retroactively when your save file exceeds 5 days.
Starting Clothes
From now on, starting clothes for both genders will be available at the beginning of a new game.
Visual Improvements
To make the game more attractive, we have also implemented visual improvements.
From now on, content such as wood in campfires or furnaces will be visually displayed. If your wood is running low, you'll be able to see it. Cooked or melted items will also be displayed, and their completion will be shown.
These changes are designed to not only improve the visuals but also reduce the frequent trips to the fire to check if there's enough wood or if the cooking is finished.
Not all consumers, such as the converter, have been adjusted yet, but the improvements that have been implemented can be seen here.
General Fixes
Various minor bugs have been fixed to improve overall gameplay experience and stability.
If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to let me know! Thanks for your support and enjoy the game!
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Dive into the thrilling world of KeepUp Survival and claim your exclusive 50% discount! Embark on an epic adventure where you’ll fight to survive in a mysterious and dangerous environment.
KeepUp Survival is an engaging base-building and adventure sandbox game. Explore the vast world, build your base, and develop your own survival strategies – just the way you want!
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KeepUp Survival:
Welcome to a world of survival on a deserted island, characterized by an incredible wildlife and abandoned structures. Immerse yourself in a game set in a natural and post-apocalyptic environment where your primary task is to survive in KeepUp Survival.
The design of your survival is entirely in your hands. There are no predefined tasks – you set your own goals to secure your survival.
In this world, you have numerous options available, ranging from crafting and building shelters to farming. You can even have some loyal companions by your side.
A stunningly detailed and immersive world awaits you, one that will captivate you and continually surprise you.
Trading Cards, Multiplayer, Improvements and Fixes
Hello Community,
We have just released a new update.
Trading Cards and Badges
KeepUp Survival now officially includes its own set of trading cards (up to 10), badges, and additional content such as backgrounds and emojis. These will become available over the next few days.Learn more about trading cards
One of my other games, PURGE - Three vs Blood, has also received these trading cards. Unfortunately, other games from us are currently excluded from these trading cards.
Lootboxes
It has been reported that lootboxes and items were floating in the air. This issue occurred after an update and has now been fixed. The main reason for the floating lootboxes was that the objects, such as furniture, on which the lootboxes were placed were not displaying correctly.
If you notice anything else, please let us know.
Flashlight
After the last update, the headlamp could no longer be used. This issue has now been fixed.
Note: To use the headlamp, you simply need to have a flashlight in your inventory. You can now easily activate the headlamp without holding the flashlight in your hand by pressing the "L" key.
Multiplayer
Multiplayer is back in the store! It was temporarily hidden for new players due to some issues. We're still working on improving stability and the overall experience.
- The transmission in multiplayer has been improved to make the transmissions more stable, but it still needs to be observed whether these improvements remain stable in the long term. Due to a small error, too little bandwidth was allocated to the clients that joined the host, which caused synchronization issues as not enough data could be transferred quickly enough. Additionally, the connection timeout has been increased to prevent the connection to the host from being prematurely interrupted.
- Player names are now displayed above each character. Your own name is hidden during gameplay to avoid obstructing the view of your character. However, a follow-up update is planned, as we discovered a small bug after the release that causes names to display incorrectly.
Helicopter
After the last update, you could no longer land your helicopter on your own platforms. This issue has now been fixed.
Reload Bug
There were two minor reload bugs with major impact. The issue occurred when the player either opened the paraglider or jumped into water while reloading. In both cases, the character would get stuck in a loop, making it impossible to perform any further actions.
Network Error
When connecting to an existing session, the connection may occasionally be lost, resulting in a network error. In such cases, the session you were trying to join could no longer be found. This issue has now been resolved, you should be able to rejoin the session without needing to restart the game.
General
The ESC key now also closes the inventory and the map overview.
General Fixes
Various minor bugs have been fixed to improve overall gameplay experience and stability.
If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to let me know! Thanks for your support and enjoy the game!
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Important Information About the New Update! Controller, Backup, Bug Fixes!
Hello Community,
We have just released a new update. Unfortunately, this update is quite extensive as some structural changes have been made.
Important:
With this update, it is necessary to delete certain files. These files cannot simply be overwritten; otherwise, the game will not recognize the changes.
We have integrated a useful tool that can be found under Settings -> Help. There, you can clear the cache and temporary files as well as create savegame backups.
Clearing the cache and temporary files can be helpful if you encounter issues after an update.
Instructions: First, download the latest update (Ver. 1.30.03.25), start the game, go to the settings, and perform the deletion. Then close the game, restart it, and reset your keyboard settings. After that, you can configure your settings as usual.
Controller Support:
Based on frequent requests, we have improved and expanded controller support. You can now rely mostly on the controller and are less dependent on a mouse and keyboard. The keyboard is only required for text input.
The controller progress is currently about 80%, and further updates are needed to complete it.
There is still a minor conflict in the code that slightly restricts menu navigation in the main menu and in-game menu when using a controller. However, you should not experience any issues while playing.
The controller button mappings are displayed in the HUD, partially for the most commonly used inputs under Settings -> Inputs.
Please let us know if anything does not work as expected.
HUD Icons:
The HUD icons have been adjusted for controller use.
Collisions:
After receiving reports about invisible collisions on the map, we conducted a review. It turned out that objects were displayed during development but were not visible to players in the game. This issue has been fixed. Additionally, minor adjustments have been made to trees, objects, and vehicles.
Languages:
Further adjustments have been made in all languages.
Boats:
Following reports that boats were not appearing for the return journey, this issue has been fixed.
Dynamite:
By request, dynamite has been added to the "Tools and Weapons" workbench.
Other requests have not been forgotten and remain on the To-Do list.
Vehicles:
The jeep has received a minor performance adjustment, and both male and female characters now have improved seating positions in vehicles. The issue where vehicles would be thrown around when colliding with trees has also been fixed.
If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to let me know! Thanks for your support and enjoy the game!
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Due to frequent questions about controller support, I took a lot of time to improve this and enable full controller functionality.
An update will be released soon that will allow for almost complete controller support. Only text input will remain excluded for the time being.
However, I don’t want to rule out the possibility that there might still be small adjustments needed. If something doesn’t work as expected, please let me know so that I can make improvements.
Please note that after the update, you should reset your input settings in the game to ensure the new settings are correctly applied. Afterward, you can make your usual adjustments.
Further steps in case of issues with the input settings will be published in the update news. Sometimes, the input settings are not automatically overwritten, so it may be necessary to manually delete the corresponding file for the game to recognize the new settings.
This message is meant to inform you in advance so that you know what to do. More information will be provided in the upcoming update, which will be released soon.
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I have some exciting news to share with you! First, I want to emphasize that I have always worked as a solo developer on all of my games and have always relied on the support of the community to make everything possible. A huge thank you to all of you!
I continue to primarily work on "KeepUp Survival," but I have also developed smaller games like PURGE - Three vs Blood, BunnyGuys, and Relaxing Simulator. Unfortunately, these small projects haven't gained the recognition I had hoped for, but maybe you’d like to check them out!
"KeepUp Survival" is one of my projects with ups and downs. Despite all the challenges, it continues to move forward. The transition from UE4 to UE5 initially set the development back quite a bit, but thanks to your support, I was able to quickly address the problems that arose. I also want to remind you that updates for "KeepUp Survival" will continue to be released every 2 to 4 weeks as usual, though there may be occasional delays.
I hope you continue to enjoy "KeepUp Survival"!
What is "KeepUp Survival"?
It’s a base-building and adventure sandbox game where players can design their survival strategies in an open world according to their own preferences.
Through my experiences on Steam and within the community, the growing competition, and the incredibly difficult task of maintaining visibility, I decided, after much consideration, to develop a game that would push my limits. About a year ago, I started working on "Return: Unknown," and at first, it was hard to believe in the project, even though over 140 users had supported the idea of me sticking to it. After two months, I put it aside because the idea just felt too big, and I feared it wouldn't resonate with the users. As an indie developer, I face challenges that big studios often don’t, and unforeseen events can affect the development process! However, thanks to your feedback and the messages from users in the past months who encouraged me to continue the project, I picked up the development again about four months ago and would like to show you the first insights now!
"Return: Unknown" is one of my biggest and most ambitious projects, and it’s distinctly different from everything I’ve done before. As a huge fan of survival games, I’ve never found a game that offered exactly what I envisioned. Now, I’ve made it my goal to use my personal favorites as inspiration: the movie *I Am Legend* and the games *Tom Clancy's The Division* and *The Forest* – all these elements flow into the development of "Return: Unknown."
My Goal with the Development of "Return: Unknown"
With this new development, I aim to exceed my own expectations and create a gaming experience that goes far beyond my original ideas. My goal is to offer an immersive and realistic survival experience that truly captivates the players of "Return: Unknown." The game will differ significantly from "KeepUp Survival" and my other projects – both in terms of gameplay mechanics and overall structure and experience.
In the upcoming teasers, you’ll get your first glimpses of the still very early alpha version. Even though the game is still in its early stages, I want to give you the chance to take a look and hope that you’ll enjoy it!
The World of "Return: Unknown"
Dive into a post-apocalyptic world where a global virus has wiped out civilization. The once-thriving metropolis of Manhattan is now controlled by infected and rival survivors. You fight for survival, hunt animals and infected, build a shelter, and gather valuable resources.
Explore the ruined city, dense forests, and abandoned villages while you make your way through this dangerous, open world.
Special Features of "Return: Unknown":
Various Game Modes: Experience the game in single-player mode, multiplayer, or with up to 32+ players on your own dedicated servers.
Traditional HUD: In this game, you will see very few HUD elements, the focus is on using instruments to monitor your vital signs.
Bartering: Bartering plays a central role and allows you to acquire items that may help you survive.
Survival Instinct: Manage hunger, thirst, exhaustion, and even organ failure as you defend yourself against the dangers of the world.
Building and Crafting: Use resources to craft weapons, furniture, and safe shelters.
Realistic Environments: Snow and rain affect your survival, your movements, and your condition.
Dynamic Weather and Day-Night Cycle: Adjust your strategies to the changing day-night cycle and dynamic weather to avoid freezing or overheating.
As with "KeepUp Survival," community interaction is extremely important to me. During the creation of "KeepUp Survival," I didn’t have the opportunity to gather early feedback from a community to steer the project in the right direction. However, that has changed over the years, and now I have the opportunity to develop the upcoming game "Return: Unknown" based on your feedback. You are an important part of this project, and together we can make "Return: Unknown" a unique experience.
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