Hesketh Studios launched Update 0.762.0.3 for its unique space game Executive Assault 2. This patch brought major changes to Executron Mode and more.
Before anything, there are a couple of things to keep in mind. Executron Mode is a multiplayer game mode in Executive Assault 2 where one player assumes the role of a CEO, while another acts as the “Executron'' who is in charge of the operations on the ground (or in some cases, in space). Executrons can interact with building panels and are generally more proactive than the CEO.
In Update 0.762.0.3, Executrons are given more control now, thanks to the new FPS control system. This feature allows them to command units to move, deploy, or attack.
This patch also changes the Executron facility to Station Security. The prison area in this place is now the new base of operations, where players can control the overall station defenses. Furthermore, interacting with the console will lock the camera to the screen, allowing players to move the map and select various things without problems using the mouse.
On top of that, some screens have been added to the research facilities so that Executrons can research new technology from there. Research stations can now be enhanced as well. Executrons can align sensors and press levers to increase the stations’ efficiency.
Patch Notes
- For the industrial I've now added a personal drop pod to the dropship pad where you are fired out of a tube to wherever you need to go, currently only works onto asteroid bases but it's certainly a nice fast way to get you somewhere which complements the gateway and teleports.
- To help speed up ships their cruise speed is now based on their weapon systems firing or being attacked with a 20-second recharge time, this was a much-requested feature as people were finding it took too long to get anywhere.
- The galaxy map can now be accessed from spaceships.
- Trader now sells shields too.
- Industrial now has more armor on their tech tree.
- Can now set ship and robot stances on factories.
- Executron panels and outfit booths are now dotted around more.
- The decimator now causes large nuclear explosions when the asteroids hit something.
- Can now dump the power capacitors.
- All super weapons and the teleporter now have targeting terminals.
- From the Executron display, you can now order the AI CEO to ground-invade places so it will send over a teleprobe or gateway which is handy for getting to places without having to fly there.
- Multiplayer stability has improved in terms of handling dodgy internet connections.
- The AI can no longer launch a nuclear missile the moment it has built the structure.
Executive Assault 2 Update 0.762.0.3 is available on PC.
