SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 4, 2024 – Egosoft GmbH has announced the public beta release of the highly anticipated 7.50 update for X4: Foundations, also known as the "Flight Model Update." This major update brings a complete overhaul to the game's flight mechanics, promising smoother, more realistic spaceship controls and a more immersive experience in the X4 universe.
A Transformative Update
To achieve this ambitious redesign, Egosoft partnered with John Pritchett, a former senior gameplay physics programmer from Star Citizen, who played a crucial role in reworking the spaceship handling in X4. The update introduces significant changes to ship controls and flight path planning, and Egosoft is eager for players to experience the difference.
New Features and Enhancements
- Overhauled Flight Model: Experience smoother and more realistic spaceship controls, making navigating the X4 universe more immersive and enjoyable.
- Ship Balancing: All ships in the game have undergone balancing adjustments, including improvements to engines, thrusters, and other components, to optimize performance with the new flight dynamics.
- Expanded Universe: The X4 universe expands with the addition of new clusters connecting previously distant Terran and Boron regions, offering new areas to explore and exploit.
- Economic Adjustments: The in-game economy has been adjusted to reflect the expanded universe and new gameplay dynamics.
- Graphics Engine Improvements: Update 7.50 brings significant enhancements to the graphics engine, including support for DLSS and FSR 3 for improved visuals and performance.
Join the Public Beta
Owners of X4: Foundations can download the public beta version 7.50 and experience these exciting changes firsthand. Egosoft encourages beta participants to visit their forum for detailed information about the beta, including rules, disclaimers, and instructions.
Stay Informed
To stay updated on the development of the 7.50 update and other X4 news, follow Egosoft's Steam updates and other channels through their Linktree.
A New Era for X4: Foundations
With its overhauled flight model, expanded universe, and various enhancements, the 7.50 update marks a significant milestone for X4: Foundations. Egosoft is committed to delivering a captivating and immersive space simulation experience, and this update is a major step towards that goal.