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Title: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on December 29, 2019, 01:38:29 PM
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Encased is a tribute to “Roadside Picnic” and the original Fallout games. Fight enemies, explore anomalous wasteland, level up your character, join one of the forces in the ruined world in this new apocalyptic turn-based RPG.


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Single-player


Encased — Early Access Teaser

https://youtu.be/m294VMMh_Uw


About

Encased is a turn-based sci-fi RPG. A game for those who love Fallout, Divinity: Original Sin, Wasteland and Shadowrun.

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Make decisions, fight, study anomalies, survive, craft and find equipment in the anomalous Zone under the Dome, cut off from the outside world.

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Immediately after the prologue, the hero will be in the open world accessible for research. The old order is no more. The wasteland is divided between five fractions. Join one of them or be a loner and get ready to change the future of the Dome and its inhabitants.

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Features

•   Become a driving force in a large-scale story that runs before, during and after the apocalypse.
•   Start the game in one of the five divisions of the corporation, get unique opportunities, mechanics, gameplay options.
•   Threaten, persuade and bribe: the dialogue system of the game offers a load of mechanics, and you can achieve your goal in different ways.
•   Fight smart: spend action points carefully. Use food, stimulants and different types of weapons to gain an advantage over the enemy.
•   Upgrade your hero: learn dozens of useful skills. Learn to hack computers, knock down doors, disassemble mechanisms and apply pyrokinesis.
•   Explore and study: scan relics to reveal the secrets of the Forefathers technology bit by bit, travel through the desert and find new places, anomalies and organisations.
•   Make significant decisions: make allies and enemies, remember that sometimes compromises are impossible, and reputation is everything.
•   Repair and create: forge armor, build cool guns and produce ammunition. And also repair cars and cook food, without this you cannot survive in the wasteland.


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Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on December 29, 2019, 01:40:33 PM
Encased RPG | Backstory Trailer
17 May 2018

https://youtu.be/vXscUvSoW1A



Encased RPG — Early Access Gameplay Trailer


https://youtu.be/7NoZ2OrPq3s


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on January 01, 2020, 01:54:13 PM
Happy new year, employees!
Tue, 31 December 2019

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Thank you for being with us. Happy New Year!


Today is December 31. Tomorrow the new year will begin, which means it's time to sum up the previous one.

2019 was full of events not only for us, but for the whole Encased community. This year we showed players the first alpha, went from one floor of Magellan to a new prologue and dozens of random encounters. Players were finally able to get to know the world of the game after the Incident, hire companions and use psi abilities. We received a lot of feedback, bug reports and, of course, warm words of support from our players.

A lot has happened this year: early access, release of the first content patch and victory in the Best Desktop Game category at DevGamm Minsk.

It was a good year, but it's over and we're moving on. In the new 2020 you'll see massive content-patches, improvements in gameplay and graphics, and, of course, the full Encased release.

Thank you for being with us. Happy New Year!

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on January 17, 2020, 11:22:48 PM
Version 0.16.1227.1723: A lot of fixes!
Fri, 17 January 2020

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The first month of 2020 is in full swing and everyone is hard at work. Today we have a whole truck of fixes ready for you. In the public testing branch you can find an updated version of the game 0.16.1227.1723. The list of fixes couldn’t even fit into this post! We fixed a lot of small and large bugs, some optimization problems, localization bugs, etc.

Very soon we will send this update to the main game branch for all players. But before that, we'll test the hotfix for a couple more days.

We remind you that instructions on how to switch to the public test branch can be found here: https://steamcommunity.com/games/921800/announcements/detail/1691596648402518533

Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.

Please Wishlist and click Follow to stay updated!

The game is still in the development so if you want to stay in touch on other channels than Steam you can follow us on social media and visit other cool resources with game updates information new artworks and lore pieces.

Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG

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Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on January 27, 2020, 11:33:42 PM
Dev Update 4 — Plans for 2020
Mon, 27 January 2020

https://youtu.be/oS5QcLPOG4g



Employees, Encased world will be changed significantly in 2020, because of that we are reviving the Development update format. Today we’ll talk about:

•   A look back on early access and the first major patch
•   What can you expect in the full version of the game

Which changes are you looking forward to the most?

Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.


Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG

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Please Wishlist and click Follow to stay updated!

The game is still in the development so if you want to stay in touch on other channels than Steam you can follow us on social media and visit other cool resources with game updates information new artworks and lore pieces.

Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG

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Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on February 23, 2020, 12:59:19 PM
C.R.O.N.U.S Candidate Form. Experiments on Monsters. Narrative under the Dome.
Fri, 21 February 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear employees!

In the latest issue of C.R.O.N.U.S. Weekly, we’ll talk about a unique test that will help new recruits decide on the Wing. We’ll publish the official report on anatomical studies of monsters, as well as provide exclusive materials about the expedition under the Dome.

C.R.O.N.U.S Candidate Form

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Journey under the Dome is a serious and bold step. It will change the life of any brave soul forever. Only the most courageous and goal-oriented volunteers are ready to go toward the unknown technology and a bright future.

Please note that C.R.O.N.U.S. is always looking for talented people. Tell your friends about our job opportunities and invite them to fill out a candidate form. Who knows, perhaps you’ll get under the Dome together!

Note: anyone who fills out a volunteer form will receive a handy helmet with the corporate logo. After all, C.R.O.N.U.S. takes care of its employees! - Silver Wing, HR department.

Experiments on Monsters

https://youtu.be/Ol8x4XU1Uxs


In the last issue, we reported the capture of a new species of creatures. For safety reasons, the best White Wing staff conducted experiments and studied in detail every part of the carcass of a giant insect.

Ever hungry monsters hunt both humans and animals for survival. Strong poison gradually deprives the victim of strength and ability to move, then its dragged home and eaten alive. A more detailed report has been provided by scientists in video format.

Dev Update 5 — Narrative under the Dome

https://youtu.be/8IUIw7vNTqg


This week the best C.R.O.N.U.S. managers have prepared the latest issue of development diaries.

Plan a large-scale expedition under the Dome. Build a huge city and grow infrastructure in the shortest possible time. Find specialists who can solve this problem with brilliance. Each base built and each artifact found are the fruits of the enormous work of managers from the Silver Wing. This is a job for organized and decent people. For those who know how to see the future behind graphs and figures.

Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.

Please Wishlist and click Follow to stay updated!

The game is still in the development so if you want to stay in touch on other channels than Steam you can follow us on social media and visit other cool resources with game updates information new artworks and lore pieces.

Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG

:lwCheckPoint: Character Generator - create a character that may appear in the game as NPC and get the cool story item.
:chat: Official Discord Server
:checklist: Newsletter
:checklist: Twitter (game updates)
:checklist: Facebook (game updates)
:checklist: Youtube (trailers, livestreams and dev diaries)
:checklist: VK (game updates in russian)
:checklist: Instagram (art and stories)

Dark Crystal Games

:RideCheck: Dark Crystal Games dev page on Steam
:RideCheck: Press Center (presskit and publications)
:RideCheck: Dark Crystal Games (news and jobs)
:RideCheck: Artstation (art production and stories)

Black Tower Publishing
:tower: Black Tower Publishing on Steam
:tower: Black Tower's Blog

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on February 29, 2020, 12:26:58 AM
Leaked С.R.O.N.U.S. video and financial privileges of employees.
Fri, 28 February 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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C.R.O.N.U.S. weekly welcomes you, employees!

Today we will tell you more about open and interesting vacancies of C.R.O.N.U.S. Corporation, financial advantages and other privileges of our employees.

We will also report the official commentary of Silver Wing on the recently published video by an anonymous source.

Work in White Wing

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When choosing a future profession, many candidates try to avoid vacancies of the White Wing and that’s silly.

Like Galileo and Newton, White Wing employees are opening a new era of science. Under the Dome the best minds of humanity work tirelessly, experimenting in the most modern laboratories, studying relics and solving the mysteries of the ancient civilization.

Working as White Wing, you’re constantly around the most talented scientists on the planet. One day, the names of these people will appear in physics, chemistry and even history textbooks. Why don't you leave a mark on history, too? Especially since the salaries of talented scientists are comparable to those of the top managers of the Silver Wing.

Spire transit station curator

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We remind you that the C.R.O.N.U.S. regulatory system is only recommendatory. You can respond to a vacancy in any Wing you like. And if no vacancy meets your expectations, the HR department staff will help you find the activity you like.

The Spire Station is an ideal place for those who want to work in peace and quiet. Free work schedule, generous salary and a very modest list of duties. Add to that the incredible view and you get a dream job.

Notice: before you apply, make sure you get a psych evaluation. Candidates without suicidal tendencies certificates will not be considered due to recent circumstances.

C.R.O.N.U.S. Propaganda

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The editorial team has recently received video materials published by an unknown group. By misrepresenting the information, the attackers are trying to tarnish the image of the corporation and put its achievements in a negative light. In particular, they talk about inhumane working conditions of employees, which is not true.

"A pitiful attempt to compromise the current leadership and nothing more, all footage is fabricated and you have nothing to fear. Working conditions of all employees are in line with international standards and we keep a close eye on this. Soon we’ll remove the video and the criminals will be punished," says a spokesman for the corporation.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on March 04, 2020, 01:59:52 PM
Development update 6: Random encounters
Tue, 3 March 2020

https://youtu.be/aE9OR2UcVS4


In the sixth development update we'll tell you about random encounters in Encased. You'll learn how they are created and how players can influence event outcomes. We'll also talk about easter eggs and unique rewards. All this on our Youtube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtGcUbYIJMihpiT19swT78g/featured

Don't forget to subscribe, like and comment. By the way, the most interesting comments can become the foundation for one of the next videos!

Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on March 07, 2020, 12:01:27 AM
What lurks beneath the wastelands? C.R.O.N.U.S. test sites. Rumours of mutants.
Fri, 6 March 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Welcome, employees and new recruits!

Today we’ll tell you about the safety measures in the wastelands, share results of anomaly research, as well as dispel rumors about volunteer mutations.

https://youtu.be/aE9OR2UcVS4


Attention, recruits!

We have prepared an educational video for the daredevils who are ready to go on a wasteland research expedition outside the stations. Researchers and experienced travelers will talk about safety measures and possible dangers, as well as share ways to save both life and mind in the wastelands.

Video is a must-see for employees of all wings.

Notice: C.R.O.N.U.S. video footage is strictly confidential and intended for internal use only.

C.R.O.N.U.S. test sites.

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Yesterday, the first experiments on the new test site were concluded. The White Wing has made great efforts in simulating dome biomes. Scientists have managed to recreate most of the currently known anomalies. Thanks to observations and tests on volunteers, we were able to better study the effects of anomalies on living organisms. In the near future, all employees will receive necessary protective equipment according to the results of the research.

Notice: no oranges test subjects were hurt during the test.


Rumours of employee mutations.

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As you might know, any convict can escape punishment and serve the community. Moreover, by joining the ranks of White Wing volunteers, your family will receive generous compensation. The administration assures that all rumors about monstrous mutations, are pure fiction and fantasy. All experiments have received approval and the necessary certificates. Our scientists only act within the law and protocols. After the tests are concluded, all your crimes are forgiven.

Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on March 14, 2020, 01:16:29 AM
Exclusive schemes and new weapon prototypes. What Blue Wing is working on.

CRONUS WEEKLY

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You have in your hands the 20th anniversary issue of the C.R.O.N.U.S. Weekly. It is entirely dedicated to our conversation with the Chief Engineer of the Blue Wing. We discussed the implemented projects and studied the early schemes that were top-secret until recently.

Turret “Chimera”, mk. III

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Many won’t remember the times when the whole Dome was guarded by Black Wing employees. The introduction of high-tech security Turrets freed a lot of human resources.

Thanks to the technology and knowledge gained under the Dome, AI research is noticeably ahead of the outside world. Chimera identifies enemies with an accuracy of up to 0.01%. But that's not all. During the tests, they showed amazing results, outperforming the best Black Wing operatives in terms of accuracy, reaction time and firepower. Thanks to automation, there was no need for tedious night shifts.

Impulse energy rifle “Shiroyama”

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This rifle is a real masterpiece among its energy peers. It was created by the best engineers using the most advanced military technology. It has no close analogues in terms of piercing power both inside and outside the dome. Mass production has been delayed for security reasons. Currently only one rifle is made.

Teleporter

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The creation of the teleport is a real breakthrough in science. While the whole world is dreaming of ultra-fast travel, C.R.O.N.U.S. introduced the first working teleport. Of course, it will still take years of detailed research, but even the first results are astounding. According to Silver Wing preliminary calculations, teleportation can be up to 17600% more profitable than ground transportation.

Notice: teleportation is intended only for inanimate objects. All experiments on volunteers have failed.


Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on March 30, 2020, 12:28:05 AM
New Concord management. Forbidden zones.
Fri, 27 March 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY


Greetings, employees! I hope you're reading this issue in the housing unit and taking the necessary safety precautions. Despite the fact that the C.R.O.N.U.S. weekly also works remotely, we continue to work the same.

New Concord management

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The C.R.O.N.U.S. management has reported on personnel changes in the top management of the Concord Station. The reason for this is the endless flow of complaints on former managers. Employees reported unacceptable working conditions, unfulfilled plans, salary delays and constant free overtime.

We were able to talk to the new manager. He claims that it is no longer numbers and savings that come first! He replaced them with a warm home atmosphere, a complete free medical examination and an individual approach to each employee.

"The Concord is first and foremost the people who work at the station. After all, our faces are the first to be seen by new workers. We are the Dome's warm embrace," said the new station head manager.

Mysterious Rift Opened

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We repeat the announcement to all employees of the corporation and owners of portable devices! The information was confirmed. The rift leading to the parallel Sin Slayers dimension, where souls of damned are held, is now open.


On March 26, the first expedition was assembled from each wing. At the moment, communication is interrupted, no news from the pioneers. Any future daredevils who decide to explore a new world must come to Nintendo Eshop to receive all the necessary equipment to survive in Sin Slayers.


Forbidden zone in sector 25

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Urgent warning. The entrance to the marsh area in sector 25 is now closed. You’re prohibited to enter it. Communication with the last expedition has been lost. According to our latest intelligence, the area is teeming with various creatures that have not only adapted to extreme conditions, but have also learned to use anomalies to hunt. All research teams working in Sector 25 must urgently undergo a full medical examination and sign a non-disclosure agreement. All collected samples must be delivered to White Wing representatives.

Be safe! See you under the Dome.

Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 04, 2020, 12:58:30 AM
New content update is coming!
Fri, 3 April 2020

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Employees, we are closely watching comment sections and see more and more questions like "When will the next patch be released?”. It’s finally time to lift the veil.

The final tests are in full swing! All content that we planned for the patch has been added to the game. New enemies, quests, items, technical upgrades - we are doing our best to polish every element and plan to finish this work in a couple of days. Very soon we will tell you about all updates in detail.

Second content patch will be available in the first half of April.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 04, 2020, 01:01:26 AM
The First Journalistic Investigation Under the Dome
Fri, 3 April 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers, in this issue of the newsletter, we have prepared a new format of journalistic investigation for you!

Life under the Dome is almost impossible without products of many corporations. These industrial giants supply us with equipment, weapons, food, clothing and much more. Each company owns many brands and has earned a certain reputation.

Today we will tell you about Stanton Motor Co. One of the largest suppliers of cars and special equipment under the Dome. We will conduct a short investigation and get acquainted with the founder and permanent head of the company.

Cars

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Despite the fact that the Dome is isolated from the outside world, it has a large and diverse set of vehicles. It already has about 5500 units. The C.R.O.N.U.S. management receives many requests to own a personal, comfortable car, but almost all of them are denied. The main task of the committee is to create under the Dome a favorable environment for the working class. To provide all with comfortable and safe public transport.

Thus, 5500 vehicles. Most of them are trucks, buses and minibuses.


Stanton Motor Co.

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The young, developing company Stanton Motor Co. was founded 17 years before the discovery of the Dome. During this time it has managed to grow into a corporation with a loud name and an odious leader.

The corporation has two subsidiary brands at its disposal: MM Trucks - production of trucks and buses, and Jupiter Moon - small Satellite cars.

Slogan: Let others talk

Stanley Stanton, Director and Founder


Stanley is 62 year old. From the first minutes he makes an exceptionally positive impression: he jokes well, smiles a lot, is confident and not fussy. The ideal image of a reliable business partner who can fulfill any order and solve any problems. Unlike most corporate executives, Stanley moved himself as well as part of the production line under the Dome.

But if you get to know Stanley a little bit closer, you start to see a lot of other qualities too. His whole business is growing by attracting investments, lucrative contracts and aggressive PR. Delivery times are regularly interrupted, cars often come incomplete, and entire batches have flaws that have to be corrected on site. If MM Trucks provide more or less acceptable quality of machinery, Jupiter Moon has earned a reputation as a manufacturer of buckets with bolts. Factories are miraculously kept afloat, at least they’re still operating.

Music Changes in Waiting Rooms

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Recently, rumors reached the head of the Silver Wing that the Oranges are very actively signing a petition to reduce the number of Silver Wing leaders. Apparently, there are too many managers, and there's not enough actual workers. Many believe that the top management does not deserve five-digit salaries and that they just sit in their offices and steal money from the budget.

"Preposterous! Just a few days ago, through the efforts of a team of top specialists, another real breakthrough in the field of labor optimization was achieved. Special players with the new melody will be installed in all waiting rooms. Not only will it help to pass the time, but it will also set the working mood," says the Silver Wing press secretary.

New melody available here:

https://youtu.be/AA8dLkdXgPo

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 08, 2020, 01:53:29 PM
6 Main Things You Should Know About Content Patch 2
Tue, 7 April 2020

Encased Dev Update 7

https://youtu.be/Jitkn3Q-LQc


Attention, employees! Massive content update will soon release! Today we’ll show you what awaits players in the new adventures under the Dome.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel, like and comment. Let's help even more players learn about Encased!


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 11, 2020, 01:30:26 AM
World under the Dome is changing and you’re with it
Fri, 10 April 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Employees and first settlers under the Dome!

Every day we receive dozens of letters with questions about upcoming changes. The new issue of the newsletter will answer the most important of them: it will tell you about the new IT inventions, as well as present the latest video report of the Silver Wing to the public. It’ll help you better prepare for the upcoming changes.

6 facts about Dome’s future

https://youtu.be/Jitkn3Q-LQc


Attention, employees!

Every day we work for the brighter future. We solve riddles, explore mysterious territories and study technologies left by an unknown civilization. All this leads to inevitable changes. Very soon C.R.O.N.U.S. will provide a detailed report of the work done. Each of you will be able to visit new territories, admire the updated station interiors and get unique equipment with no equals in the outside world.

Notice: every employee must sign a confidentiality agreement before viewing the video. If the contract is breached, the offender will be brought to justice immediately.

IT inventions

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Every week White Wing scientists delight the world with technological innovations. Today they introduced the first computer with a holographic screen. Thanks to the technological breakthroughs under the Dome, the new screen is not only safe for eyes, but also has an intuitive interface. The prototype has already been approved by the C.R.O.N.U.S. management and will soon go into mass production. The first deliveries are expected next quarter!

Panic in the living quarters

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C.R.O.N.U.S. Corporation once again thanks all the employees who follow instructions and stay at home. Remember, your safety is in your hands. Only a small fraction of the settlers have panicked over rumors of an impending product shortage. The administration has received a huge number of complaints about the theft of personal hygiene products. The C.R.O.N.U.S. management assures you that all facilities are regularly and thoroughly sanitized, and everything you need will be delivered without delay. For safety reasons, it has been decided to put special signs on the property of the corporation. All those caught with such things in personal use will be declared criminals and immediately detained.

Stay under the Dome.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 16, 2020, 01:15:59 AM
The second content expansion is already available!
Wed, 15 April 2020

Full list of changes
 
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Reworked balance, fixed skill trees, improved locations, new equipment, cryogenic laser, story quests and much more. It took less than four months to work on the new patch, but it seemed like an eternity to us.

After the release of the December patch, we received a lot of feedback that made us rethink the game balance and how it feels. While developing the second patch, we tried to make Encased more stable, intuitive and friendly game that won't force you to restart your playthrough because of a "broken" character build or guess what you need to do in your new quest. We have also added tactical diversity to battles by implementing cover system and strategic points. We've also introduced grenades with an area of effect. Because of that, battles in Encased feel completely different.

RPG systems have been also changed a lot: skill trees (for example, "Psionics" and "Medicine") are starting to come to life. Abilities for certain types of weapons were added. There is no need to study them, they are weapon-related. That allows us to emphasize the difference between a pistol and a revolver. The outcome of the battle is also influenced by the time of day, the tendency of opponents to attack in packs or alone, and many other factors, which we will talk more about in one of our updates.

As avid RPG fans, we know that RPG is more than just a good combat system and a set of stats, skills and perks. RPGs are famous for a great atmosphere, and a lot of changes in Patch 2 are made with that in mind. Almost all locations have been reworked. We added a lot of new 3D models, worked with materials and light, making Concord look completely different from Magellan, and Magellan looks like no other bunker scattered across the desert. In addition to the bunkers, in the desert you will find separate dialog branches for a character with low intelligence (right now they are in a test mode, and present only in a few locations of the prologue!), new random encounters and a slightly revised storyline of the New Committee, preparing the player to meet with the other factions that will appear in the next patch.

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And now, a list of new content, fixes and improvements v0.17.415.1748

Menu and interface
•   Reworked main menu scene;
•   Reworked character creation scene;
•   Reworked ability tooltips: now tooltip shows a formula for calculating skill values based on the character attributes;
•   Enhanced inventory item tooltip;
•   Minor interface changes;
•   Updated character portraits;

Story and plot
•   Expanded the main quest of Act I;
•   Added more than 15 new lore notes;
•   Changed intro voice-over and text;
•   We’ve integrated dialogs for characters with only 1-2 points in Intellect (partially, in test mode!);

Characters and enemies
•   Smokers now have pipes, cigars and cigarettes;
•   Fox now has her mask;
•   Church adepts now have teleglasses;
•   Added new enemy type: hyena;
•   Added new enemy type: cyberhyena;
•   Added new enemy type: toxic cockroach;
•   Mutated rabbit enemy is now called Volper;

Companions
•   Crump attributes were rebalanced;
•   Yoko attributes were rebalanced;
•   New recruitable character added — Fox;
•   Fixed Crump recruitment dialog;

Equipment
•   Rebalanced the grenade launcher;
•   Grenade launcher now deals AOE damage;
•   Added frag, stun, flash and incendiary grenades;
•   Raven pistol was rebalanced, added additional variations of that weapon;
•   Added APS pistol, added additional variations of that weapon;
•   Changed Andromeda energy pistol attributes, added additional variations of that weapon;
•   Added Boreas cryolaser gun, added additional variations of this weapon;
•   Changed МС110 SMG attributes, added additional variations of this weapon;
•   Added LPD-66 machine gun;
•   Changed Horizon machine gun attributes;
•   Changed Kamyshin machine gun attributes;
•   Added Matilda revolver;

Technical changes
•   Improved lighting on locations;
•   Added “Fog of war”;
•   Fixed location grid;
•   Reworked leader tracking system;
•   Reworked pathfinding system;
•   Characters no longer stuck in doors;
•   You can now switch places with companions;
•   Reworked state machines;


Game mechanics
•   Added day and night cycle;
•   Some character act differently depending on the time of a day;
•   Revolvers got Fast Hand unique ability;
•   Pistols got Double Shot unique ability;
•   SMGs got Stuff with Lead unique ability;
•   Shotguns got Slam Fire unique ability;
•   Rifles got Pinpoint Burst unique ability;
•   Sniper rifles Sniper Shot unique ability;
•   Pulverizers got Chemical Shower unique ability;
•   Penetrators got Lodge unique ability;
•   Emitters got Charged Shot unique ability;
•   Added Marking Shot ability;
•   Fixed how Laceration and other similar statuses work on turrets and other inanimate objects;
•   Added additional level of hacking, stealing and lockpicking;
•   Psi damage increases when player levels up and is linked to the Psycho attribute;
•   Fixed Medicine skill tree abilities;
•   Player reputation with a faction now affects the value of items while trading;
•   Drops from opponents and containers now depend on the player’s level;
•   Ability to deactivate traps was added;
•   Added new status effects;
•   Added new effects when you miss;
•   Changed hit rate formulas;
•   Changed evasion formula, added Evade attribute;
•   System for calculating armor hits has been changed: an attack can now be completely blocked by the armor;
•   Added Cool, Marathon Runner, Optimizer, Tactic, Jackal and Prowler perks;

Animations
•   New animation for character in the main menu;
•   Enemy animations: hyena;
•   Fixed door animations;
•   Fixed rifle holding animation;
•   Small animation fixes;

Audio and music
•   Added new music theme in the main menu;
•   Fixed the sound of the character's steps on different surfaces;
•   Added sound effects in most story vignettes;
•   Added sound effects in some dialogs;

Visual effects
•   Fixed burning fuel barrels;
•   Updated smoke VFX;
•   Updated gun shots;
•   Added psy powers VFX;
•   Frozen VFX;
•   Gravitational Debuff VFX;
•   On Fire VFX;
•   Electricity Stun VFX;
•   Blind VFX;
•   Near Death VFX;
•   Love Power VFX;
•   Falling Shells VFX;
•   Sphere Shining VFX;
•   Ceiling Collapse VFX;
•   Flickering Beacon VFX;
•   Death of Holo Target VFX;
•   Water in a Sink VFX;
•   VFX to indicate the range of effect for anomalies;

Global map
•   Fixed Birds on Branches encounter with illustrations;
•   Added Blisters encounter;
•   Added Broken Robot encounter with illustrations;
•   Fixed bugs in combat random encounters: now players can face MOBIOS and fight hyenas and rats; players can also use Survival abilities now;
•   Added Beggar encounter;
•   Added Abandoned Armor encounter;
•   Added Ingrown Human encounter with illustrations;
•   Added Scream encounter with illustrations;
•   Added Stains encounter;
•   Fixed text in the Frank Talk encounter;
•   Added Rusted Car encounter;
•   Added Salt Marsh encounter;
•   Small visual changes to the global map: different icons added to objects, cell exploration logic fixed;

Concord station locations
•   Added Nelson Cunningham character (undertaker);
•   Added Dennis Catch character (guard);
•   Added Tuen Yun character (engineer-communicator);
•   Added Darren Niles character (guard);
•   Added vignettes with coffins;
•   Added a vignette with a giant dead cockroach;
•   Added a vignette with a cargo capsule in loading area 1;
•   Added an ability to kick open the door in the cargo pod;
•   Fixed dialogs with cargo capsule passengers;
•   Fixed interaction point with video communication terminal;
•   Completely remade dialog with Leticia Rivares, partially redesigned her AD;
•   Fixed script errors in the dialog with Margarita Tkachenko;
•   dialog with Andriy Mikhai was changed significantly;
•   Fixed script errors in the dialog with Dean Reichet;
•   Instruction quest can now be taken correctly, psyonics are also included in the quest now;
•   “Concord” Station was redesigned, additional decorations and effects added;
•   Added table model with holographic map;
•   Added an opportunity to register Monty James in Orange Wing;

Roadside Picnic locations
•   Added Inactive Brass Apple item;
•   Added effect on the microlux stone;
•   Added side quest to fix the turret;
•   There are new options for completing the clash with bandits;
•   Added consequences of completing the event at the Roadside Picnic Transfer Point;
•   Added the ability to mine the bandits’ car;
•   Added a short puzzle on the roof of the gas station;
•   The gas station, cafe and both cellars are redone and additionally decorated;
•   Picnic event reworked and fixed;
•   Added Travis Brightman character (black market relic trader);
•   Added Rabindranath Krishnaswami character (hippie);
•   Added Swallow character (hippie);
•   Aaron Melville dialog (refueling supervisor) is completely redone;
•   Fixed anomalies and radioactive areas at the gas station;
•   Fixed dialog with Clara Morgan (driver);

C-12 Nashville locations
•   Nashville Parking location and Nashville station floors (and the cave itself) are reworked and decorated additionally;
•   Nashville Residential Floor turrets position is fixed;
•   Generator interaction fixed;
•   Triskele relic event fixed;
•   Vega Drinks vending machine interaction fixed (on station’s floor -1);
•   Servoshell armor helmet material missing fixed;
•   Minor fixes in Nashville station dialogs;
•   Afflicted avatars created;
•   Nashville station floor -3 attacking Afflicted vignette illustrated;
•   Louise Dekker-Schulz character dialog significantly revised;
•   Ronald Steele character dialog significantly revised;
•   Nashville station Afflicted dialogs slightly fixed;
•   

Junktown locations
•   The main quest of the New Committee faction has been supplemented;
•   Church sermon added;
•   Fixed errors and inaccuracies in the quest log;
•   Emulator Project location reworked and additionally decorated;
•   Junktown location reworked and additionally decorated;
•   Arena location reworked and additionally decorated;
•   Added standings vignette illustrations;
•   Added bets vignette illustrations;
•   Added Arvydas Mazhulis character (doctor in the arena);
•   Added Andy Vazquez character (viewer);
•   Added Gail Summers character (viewer);
•   Added Mikhail Belyaev character (viewer);
•   Added Taylor Dunn character (ransomware guard);
•   Added Thomas O’Connor character (guard);
•   Added Thomas O’Connor character (guard);
•   Added Jason Wormbeard character (guard);
•   Added Lin Wang character (guard);
•   Arena events fixed;
•   Added Nina Orbelli character (deputy sheriff);
•   Added Umar Hazred character (deputy sheriff);
•   Added Oliver Kid character (suburban);
•   Added Theresa Goddard character (resident of Carmine Heights);
•   Added Sam Bossman character (city dweller);
•   Added Barry Robinson character (pimp);
•   Added Strange Cave location;
•   Added Tarja Berger character;
•   Added Trevor Penn character;
•   Added Junktown Jail Basement location;
•   Added Maelstrom Border Camp location;

Picnic neutral zone locations
•   Added Galina Baskanova character;
•   Added Peter Zinchuk character;
•   Added Dora Paulson character;
•   Added Albert Green character;
•   Added Poisoned Water quest;
•   Added swamp clearing quest;
•   Added Abnormal Essence item;
•   Added Well location;
•   Added graveyard;

Magellan station locations
•   All of the Magellan station inner locations completely redesigned;
•   New loading screens the Magellan station inner locations created;
•   Heat's Coming Up quest fixed;
•   MINERVA Acting Up is a separate sidequest now.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 18, 2020, 01:22:42 PM
The day has finally come! Massive update under the Dome!
Fri, 17 April 2020

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CRONUS WEEKLY

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Greetings, employees!

If you've been postponing your trip under the Dome for a long time, then now is the time! Over the past week, the world has changed a lot. All thanks to the dedicated work of the staff of each wing. New settlers can expect new jobs and areas for exploration, the most technologically advanced equipment and facilities like no other in the world.

Station Overhauls

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In the latest issue of the newsletter, we announced a change in the management of the Concord Station. It's time to see how the station has changed with the new management.

We can't believe how the station has transformed in a couple of days. Newly opened facilities, flooded with new lamps, created additional jobs. The quality of equipment was increased, and modern machines have replaced the old ones. New designer furniture in the recreation areas is so nice, we want to take hundreds of photos on it to send to loved ones outside the Dome! Be sure to visit the Concord again to see how good the station has become.

But that's no reason to stop here. What matters to C.R.O.N.U.S. is taking care of its employees. Remember, the future of the Dome and all humanity is in our hands. Send your feedback and wishes to us, no letter will be ignored, you can be sure about that.

New enemies in the wastelands

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Absolutely legal and safe experiments on the Dome animals resulted in a breakthrough in the protection of strategically important objects. Modified cyber-hyenas were 10 times better than human counterparts in conducted tests. Needless to say, it will significantly reduce security costs. Saved money will be distributed somewhere else to the benefit of employees.

*Some specimens managed to escape and leave the test site. Be careful during your research. Cyber Hyenas are equipped with the most powerful weapons and are very deadly.


Press tours under the Dome

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We are confident that the discoveries made under the Dome will change the future of humanity forever. Therefore, we invite journalists and observers from all over the world to visit us. Having contacted our press services you can make an application for a free trip to wastelands, modern settlements, scientific objects and other possessions of the corporation. Remember, you will never want to leave the Dome!


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 23, 2020, 12:12:02 AM
Test branch is once again live!
Wed, 22 April 2020

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Greetings, employees!

The second major update came out a week ago. It means that not only veterans, but also newcomers have returned to the Dome to explore the wastelands and abnormal areas. Patch introduced many changes, and work on Encased doesn't stop for a minute.

For all enthusiasts, we decided to revive the public-test branch of the game called "public-test". On this branch the game will be filled with small changes every day. Join us there if you don’t like to wait for large updates!

While playing on a public testing branch, you may encounter unfinished game elements that may negatively affect your gaming experience.

To download the patch from the test branch, you need to do the following:

•   You may need to restart Steam;
•   Right-click on Encased in your Library and chose Properties;

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•   Switch to the Betas tab and select public-test in the dropdown;
 
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•   Click Close;
•   The game should start updating now, but if this does not happen - restart Steam.

Of course, the release version of the hotfix will differ from the test one in a number of changes, but saves from the test branch will remain compatible. (However, to be safe, make a copy of them upfront).

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 25, 2020, 12:22:01 AM
Return of research teams
Fri, 24 April 2020

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CRONUS WEEKLY

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"News from under the Dome" are once again here! This week we’ll tell you how new and old employees experienced changes under the Dome. We’ll show work results of the group of artists, and invite you to participate in C.R.O.N.U.S. secret experiments.

C.R.O.N.U.S. for everyone

https://youtu.be/DtlRqr0ZiMo


Dear, employees!

Work at C.R.O.N.U.S. is not only about scientific research and high technology, not just building houses or studying anomalies. The corporation values art as much as it values technology, and understands its importance for the future closed ecosystem.

We present you one of the last works of artists who in search of inspiration went to the mysterious land under the Dome, leaving the familiar life behind. Looking at the results, we can already safely say that they made the right decision. We have filmed the entire process of creating a masterpiece that will inspire our and future generations to great achievements.

Closed test site returns

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Second major update of the Dome infrastructure came out last week. Not only newcomers, but also experienced stalkers were interested in new territories, anomalies and technologies.

We also reopen special test sites for all enthusiasts where you can better prepare for the ruthless conditions of the wastelands.

As before, any employee of the corporation can take part in tests. We have prepared a special instruction on how to get a pass to closed areas.

Reminder. During the tests, you may encounter unexplored creatures, technologies and anomalies. C.R.O.N.U.S. is not responsible for your safety inside the test area.

Work under the Dome doesn’t stop

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After the update under the Dome, came new residents and staff, buildings were created and old premises were expanded. Of course, such changes are impossible without slight mistakes. Thanks to your vigilance, the best Blue Wing specialists are fixing problems in no time.

We have already submitted two reports detailing the work done and more is yet to come. We read all your feedback and comments carefully, and the work on the next fixes has already begun.

Thank you for your contribution for the brighter tomorrow! Stay under the Dome!

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 29, 2020, 02:37:11 PM
Hotfix 3: fixing critical problems, main quest and much more
Tue, April 28, 2020


Version 0.17.428.1756
 
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We have released a new update for Encased. Version 0.17.428.1756 has many important bug fixes that include the critical ones for the playthrough.

We take this opportunity to thank you for your activity in social networks and on the Steam page. We read every comment and report, and try to take into account each opinion. Thank you for helping us to make Encased better!


List of changes:

Optimization

•   Load time for locations has been significantly reduced,

Gameplay mechanics

•   Weapon no longer loses durability. Weapons maintenance mechanics will be added at a later date.,
•   Zip lines in the suspicious cave and on the location with a bandit ambush has been changed.
•   Fixed levels and factions of many merchants,

Bugs and freezes

•   Combat: Fixed freezes that occurred during enemy movement,
•   Fixed errors that led to unjustified NPC hostility on Magellan,
•   Fixed freezes while talking to Sam Bossman,
•   Fixed a bug where Russo didn't take an abnormal essence,
•   Fixed second experience gain in dialogue with Beatrice Catcher,
•   Fixed Barry Robins night behavior,
•   Fixed game freezes associated with some status effects,
•   Redesigned the mechanism of drawing the roofs of buildings, removed the bug in which the roof continued to be drawn when the player's character was under it,
•   Combat: Fixed aiming error,
•   Fixed freezes while loading a quick save during combat,
•   Fixed freezes while loading of Magellan laboratory floor,
•   Fixed freezes in the random encounter with robokids,

Location changes

•   Magellan, lab floor: wounded Holiday now lying on a carriage,
•   Magellan, lab floor: fixed level passability,
•   Magellan, lab floor: recorder is now working correctly,
•   Magellan, warehouse: bug that allowed Holiday's servo shell to be worn has been fixed,
•   Magellan, Living floor: fixed level passability,
•   Magellan, Reception: fixed level passability,
•   Magellan, Administration: fixed level passability,
•   Magellan, reactor room: added social animation for Oranges,
•   Nashville, excavation area: fixed level passability,
•   Abandoned bunker: fixed level passability, the terminal is now available,
•   Roadside Picnic: fixed level passability, box on the cafe roof is now openable,
•   Roadside Picnic, basement: improved lighting,
•   Visual appearance of the "Destination point" location has been significantly improved,
•   Bottom of the observation deck: roof rendering has been fixed,
•   Concord station: Sebastian Van Alden now returns to his place once player completes briefing,
•   Roadside Picnic: characters Swallow and Rabinat Krishnaswamy got unique portraits,
•   Roadside Picnic: fixed turret placement,
•   Roadside Picnic: you can now find an enhanced version of the Kraut Pneumatic Nail Gun on the location,
•   Roadside Picnic: fixed ladder interaction,
•   Roadside Picnic: fixed level passability,
•   Junktown: fixed the reward for buried treasure,
•   Nashville, excavation area: added a minimap for the cave after the incident.,
•   Nashville, excavation area: fixed visual artifacts,
•   Magellan, Parking: Improved location appearance,
•   Arena: location fixed, old decorations removed, visual artifacts removed,
•   Cliff: Fixed freezes while going downhill,

Balance and items

•   Items: fixed the description of attributes for armor-piercing pistol ammo,
•   Items: fixed issues with DLC items handout while talking to the storekeeper,
•   Items: weight of Airgun ammo corrected.,
•   Balance: fatigue removal with Energon has been fixed.,
•   Balance: Requirements for "Stuff with Lead" and "Igniting Shot" abilities have been fixed,
•   Balance: skills progression in the branch "Hand-to-hand combat" is fixed,
•   Fixed weight of many keys,

Interface

•   UI: fixed the size of the slider in the settings while switching the language,
•   UI: locations that have been mapped on the Dome global map, but have not yet been studied, are now displayed in the list of locations in the global map interface,
•   Fixed display of the main menu on some graphics cards,
•   Fixed marker appearance of Magellan's parking lot and Roadside Picnic in Act 1,

Random Encounters

•   Added illustrations to random encounters on Fuel Station,
•   Fixed exploits with endless experience and relict dust farm on "Relict Wall" location,

Dialogues, quests and localization

•   Added checks in Akira's dialog after the completion of the "Imprinting" quest,
•   Fixed the bug with the magazine in the robot baby event,
•   Fixed Henrietta Russo's dialogue on the Emulator project location,
•   Requirements for the "technitian" skill in an event with an undertaker have been reduced,
•   Fixed Hill Spencer's dialogue,
•   Fixed dialogue with Krump in the bar,
•   Fixed Theresa's second greeting in the bar,
•   Fixed Rick McDougal's dialogue portrait,
•   Fixed dialogue with Audrey Melville,
•   Fixed Martin Kingsley's quests and dialogue in Act 1,
•   Fixed the portrait of the character in the dialogs on the Kaleidoscope location,
•   Fixed playback of prisoner dialogues in the suspicious cave,
•   Fixed a number of typos in English localization,
•   Fixed a typo in an abandoned bunker note,
•   Fixed the portrait in Tim Ginzburg's dialogue on the Nashville residential floor,
•   Fixed security guard dialogue on the Concord station while using turngate after talking to Kingsley.


Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on May 02, 2020, 02:58:22 PM
Cockroach invasion and problems with fuel delivery to the Dome
Fri, 1 May 2020

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CRONUS WEEKLY


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Dear employees!

Newest issue of C.R.O.N.U.S. weekly touched upon the most serious problems of the Dome that have arisen since the renovation. We’ll talk about the invasion of cockroaches and the measures taken by the leadership to fight this plague. We'll share the news about the serious problems with fuel delivery. And, as always, we will present a report on the work done over the past week.

Cockroach invasion

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Cockroaches. Perhaps the most pressing problem at the moment under the Dome. Invasion of these disease spreaders is a hot topic right now. Unconfirmed reports indicate that some of them are reaching colossal sizes. They are extremely aggressive and ferocious. The chances of surviving to meet them are almost zero.

We were able to contact and talk to the head of the disinfection commission.

"We know of the problem, an emergency committee has already been assembled. All necessary measures to curb the spread of insects have already been taken. The nests have been localized and destroyed. Of course, no giant species has been sighted. Oranges just like to spread false rumors and over exaggerate problems," said the head of the commission.

Fuel shortage

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Dear employees! Many of you have noticed a sudden rise of fuel prices. Some of you have even given up on personal transport. As you know, the external world is in a very unstable economic situation. As a result, fuel supplies to the Dome have been temporarily suspended. The C.R.O.N.U.S. Corporation strongly recommends that you temporarily quit using personal vehicles. Everyone will be offered a free parking at Magellan station warehouses. As Silver Wing employees assure, there are enough resources and technology under the Dome to achieve full energy autonomy.

New report from Blue Wing engineers

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Residents of the Dome! Technical work of the Blue Wing does not stop for a single day. The best engineers are relentlessly fighting against all the flaws around, following your observations. This week we are publishing a detailed report on the work done for our subscribers. A full list of changes can be found by clicking on a link https://steamcommunity.com/games/921800/announcements/detail/2205018422376588170

Breaking news from the outside world

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Attention all employees! The world of Sin Slayers is under a threat again. The enemy is well known to you. This time, the XBOX ONE console has been assigned to the battlefield against the cursed souls of sinners. We hope you've brought it with yourself under the dome.

The main expedition is scheduled for May 8. In the meantime, you have time to thoroughly prepare for the battle and buy all necessary materials at a 20% discount.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on May 09, 2020, 12:45:53 AM
Hotfix 4 - A lot of new fixes
Thu, 7 May 2020

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Hello everyone!

We updated the game to version 0.17.507.1553. Many of these bugfixes and suggestions for improvement came from your posts via the in-game suggestion button and forums. Thank you for your help.

Right now we’re preparing yet another portion of fixes, so stay tuned for more.

Fixes

•   Added inventory filters;
•   Increased fog of war radius on many locations;
•   Stacks hold more items, they’ll take less space;
•   Fights end with a two turn timer if an enemy can’t see the player;
•   Weakened rats in the basement of the gas station;
•   Reduced speed of the training holograms;
•   Added a bed in player’s room in Magellan;
•   Taylor Portman and Margarita Tkachenko now have more items to trade;
•   Fixed and opportunity to destroy an entry into Junktown collector;
•   Fixed visual artifacts on Magellan reactor floor;
•   Location of trader Taylor Portman: fixed problems with doors, access to objects, lying on the bed, etc;
•   Removed Persuasion check in the dialogue with Fops in the location with robbed caravan while playing as low intellect character;
•   Improved clarity of the tooltips while pointing at abilities that require objects to be applied;
•   Fixed hatch visual appearance on the Magellan elevator location;
•   Fixed an ability to put money on the Rocker rat if he was excluded from the race;
•   Fixed slots that were occupied by “Panacea” relic;
•   Defeated characters on Emulator level no longer have equipment;
•   Finalized the “Mirror” random encounter;
•   Fixed Kraut pneumatic punch if you didn’t have enough gas charges;
•   Fixed thermal protection bonus of "Volunteer" boots;
•   Fixed the reactor room radiation poster;
•   Fixed portraits of Black Wing characters in Junktown bar;
•   Finalized plot in a dialogue with John Kepler;
•   Added a loading screen for “Sonora” bunker;
•   Dialogue with Dustin Grumman was rewritten;
•   Added a bed in Junktown rented house;
•   Fixed display of multiplying modifiers in tooltips;
•   Fixed the text of the passed time message;
•   Fixed opportunity to report the fate of a Black Wing employee in a dialogue with Kingsley;
•   Fixed the dialogue logic with the surveillance system in Nashville;
•   Foxed Orange portrait on Magellan's residential floor;
•   Replaced items in a janitor cart in Nashville;
•   Fixed a typo in the dialogue with Dead Man;
•   Appearance of Petra Villard has been changed;
•   Fixed display of status from dark beer;
•   Fixed display of Roy Oldy dialogues;
•   Fixed typos in the beggar dialogue;
•   Fixed text transfers in weapon tooltips;
•   Fixed control panel template on Emulator location;
•   Updated mini map of -3 floor of Magellan;
•   Fixed screens on -3 floor of Magellan;
•   Fixed an ability to give brass knuckles to companions;
•   Fixed the plug-ins in the dialogue with the panel in the reactor room;
•   Fixed the routes of the characters during the "Storm" event at the landing site;
•   Fixed texture mapping on the Drakonov’s light machine gun;
•   Fixed "First Aid" tooltip;
•   Fixed the name of the Campbell bunker in a dialogue with Kingsley;
•   Fixed the using of theft on rats;
•   Fixed the vacuum cleaner on the Magellan reactor floor;
•   Fixed a short combat start when receiving damage from a cut;
•   Fixed a typo in Krump's dialogue;
•   Fixed relict case on Emulator location;
•   Fixed cutting glove display;
•   Fixed Magellan's floor numbering;
•   Fixed asphalt texture on Nashville;
•   Fixed dummy name on the location with machine;
•   Fixed terminal position on Magellan;
•   Fixed the servo armor stuck-in when it was removed;
•   Added progression system of the sold equipment for the McPherson;
•   Fixed bugs while getting points from Santiago;
•   Fixed game grid behind the Junktown bar;
•   Fixed Yoko's reaction to a broken bunker door;
•   Fixed the name of the exit from the cave below Nashville;
•   Fixed templates of some items at the filling station in the first act;
•   Fixed hotkeys in the help window;
•   Fixed recording of consumption of medicines and other items in character statistics;
•   Fixed an invisible relic in Magellan's eco zone;
•   Added a mini-map for the basement of refueling station;
•   Fixed a dialogue freeze with Katarzyna;
•   Fixed journal update while handing Henrietta Russo anomalous essence.

Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.





Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on May 09, 2020, 01:06:23 AM
Affordable isolation under the Dome and travel to parallel worlds
Fri, 8 May 2020

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CRONUS WEEKLY

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Hello, Employees! The latest issue of C.R.O.N.U.S. weekly is back on your personal terminal!

Today we’ll tell you about a temporary opportunity for those who want to get under the Dome. We'll reveal the secrets of the "Clean Slate" program. We’ll also share details about the scientific expedition we mentioned in the last issue.

Isolation under the Dome at 20% discount

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Steam, one of the main partners of the corporation, announced a temporary 20% discount on a trip under the Dome. Hurry up to see with your own eyes the large-scale changes that have taken place in the wastelands: new jobs, mysterious technologies of the Forefathers, wild areas and the most modern equipment. A unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a mysterious world and start a new life from scratch is available with a discount until May 11.

Go on an expedition to neighboring worlds

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The best White Wing scientists have gathered an emergency expedition to the unknown worlds of Sin Slayers! Dome settlers with Xbox One consoles can now take part in it. They will be sent to fight terrible demons, seven embodiments of deadly sins.

To better know your enemy, the C.R.O.N.U.S. Corporation prepared a rare battle footage. We advise you to familiarize yourself with the weaknesses of monsters. Judging by the data collected, this time the opponents became even more dangerous.

“Clean Slate” program

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"How do I get under the Dome?" That's the one of the most common question asked to the C.R.O.N.U.S. editors.

Dozens of secret objects, mysterious anomalies and the best minds of humanity in one place. But despite the secrecy and verification of each application, anyone can get under the Dome, even a prisoner. All thanks to the international program "Clean Slate". Any volunteer with the most horrible past can fill in the application form to redeem crimes with hard work for the sake of humanity https://cronus.darkcrystalgames.com/en/ . Employment in the Orange Wing is not the most prestigious job, but it is only the first step to a new life and a bright future.

Stay under the Dome!


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on May 16, 2020, 03:36:23 AM
Vandalism under the Dome and Voting for the Living Quarters Best Design
Fri, May 15, 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Welcome, our Employees and first settlers! CRONUS Weekly is with you again.

This week we expose vandalism, talk about new residential modules interior design options, and also share the details of the international conference in which CRONUS took part.

Best Interior Design Poll

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The cooperation of designers and engineers of the corporation allows us to constantly improve the quality of life and work under the Dome. Our workspaces have already undergone sufficient change, and now it is time for residential compartments.

We seek to make the Dome your new home. Therefore, it is up to you to decide on how the living quarters and recreation areas will look. So right now you can cast your vote for a favorite option using your working terminal.

Pass the poll

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Vandalism under the Dome

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Corporate executives are concerned with the increasing incidence of vandalism. The perpetrators mutilated corporate posters by obscene and offensive inscriptions. The damaged canvas adorned the area and created a pleasant working and recreational atmosphere. An opinion on propaganda component of this decor is erroneous and far-fetched.

The corporation management is forced to refute any speculations about class discrimination. Even an Orange has equal rights with the manager from the Silver Wing or the military from the Black one.

Note: from now on, Black Wing employees are allowed to use weapons and conduct searches without warning, if there’s any suspicion of a crime or of a threat to the safety of CRONUS property.

CRONUS Took Part in the Digital Dragons International Exhibition

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Attracting new employees is the most important goal of CRONUS public campaign. Right now, our best specialists are taking part in the Digital Dragons international exhibition. We strive not only to attract the most qualified personnel, but also to win The Best Company of the Festival award. CRONUS has repeatedly proved that research conducted under the Dome should be a priority for all of mankind. This is the only way we can build a bright future for everyone. Supporting the corporation is every employee’s duty – for the benefit of humanity.



Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on May 23, 2020, 12:34:12 AM
Radio towers under the Dome and victory in two categories on DevGAMM
Fri, 22 May 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Today you read the 30th Anniversary Edition of the CRONUS Newsletter on your terminals. Every week we share the hottest news from under the Dome, and your letters and reviews help us raise the bar even higher!

In this issue, we will dispel rumors about the irradiation of employees with new radio towers, share emotions from the victory in two categories at an international conference, as well as provide a fresh report of the Blue Wing on recent improvements.

Stay with us!

CRONUS has installed next generation radio towers

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Dear Employees! The administration noticed an increase in the number of complaints about the health of the staff. Provocateurs are trying to link this with the installation of new radio towers. We ask you not to trust unverified information!

CRONUS corporation assures that the towers do not cause mental disorders. Moreover, we strongly recommend that anyone who feels that the towers are causing mental disorders should contact the White Wing for help. Years spent in isolation under the Dome may not have passed without a trace.

Two victories at DevGAMM

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Once again CRONUS is in the center of attention, the corporation receives well-deserved awards! Last week the largest conference in CIS, DevGAMM Awards finished. Our best specialists take part in it annually, and this time was no exception. This time our employees outdid themselves, winning in two categories at once, among which is the main prize of the conference.

CRONUS wants to thank all residents of the Dome for support and emotions they give us. This is our common victory.

Hotfix 5 — uncritical, but annoying little things.

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Here's a fresh report from the Blue Wing. Since the release of a major Dome update, almost all the most important problems have been fixed. But that's no reason to stop here. This time we have paid attention to small, but no less important tasks. You can see the full list of fixes by clicking on the link https://steamcommunity.com/games/921800/announcements/detail/2189258357688217261


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on May 29, 2020, 12:49:10 AM
It’s time for new rewards!
Thu, 28 May 2020

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Today starts a series of votes for an exclusive in-game item for our Kickstarter Backers! They will choose the type of the item, its appearance, features and even its name! After all votes are concluded, the item will be added to the game as unique and created thanks to the Kickstarter community.

If you're the Encased Kickstarter backer, then we encourage you to participate in the voting. You will find a link to the vote in your mailbox and personal messages on the Kickstarter.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on May 30, 2020, 01:19:51 AM
New anomaly, enhanced equipment and votes for exclusive item
Fri, 29 May 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Welcome, employees and first settlers! The weekly CRONUS Newsletter is with you again! In today's issue:

- Details of new anomalies detected under the Dome.
- A first look at improved equipment for CRONUS military
- Voting for exclusive item for the founding fathers of the corporation.

Ash anomaly — a new death trap

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We'll start with the news marked “news flash”! Journalists managed to get a fresh video from the best White Wing scientists. You can see with your own eyes a completely new type of anomaly, previously unknown to science and mankind.

Anomaly is poorly studied, even leading scientists are not ready to give an accurate assessment of its origin. Only one thing is certain: it is extremely dangerous to any nearby life!

A scientific team has already moved to the place of formation of the mysterious object. We closely follow the work of the team and will certainly provide a detailed report on its properties in one of the next issues.

Note: to speed up anomaly research, White Wing is looking for guinea pigs volunteers from the Orange Wing.

New equipment

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Black Wing employees were shown a prototype of new combat equipment. Right now it is only a prototype, but the first tests have already been scheduled. Results will decide if it’ll go into mass production. The equipment should facilitate the movement of infantry units in the wastelands, as well as reduce load and increase mobility in combat environment.

Vote for exclusive item

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It's time for more rewards! CRONUS Corporation has launched a series of votes for an in-game item exclusive to first investors! The voting will be split in four stages. After results are summed up, the item will be designed by the best Blue Wing engineers as unique and created by the Dome community.

The first stage of voting has already begun! Choose the main type of future equipment. We offer several options: Weapon, Armor Element, or Forefathers Relic.

Company management never forgets the first employees who supported the start of research through the crowdfunding platform. We want to thank everyone for your support. Without you, the future would not be so close!

Stay under the Dome and tuned for more news!

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on June 05, 2020, 01:42:26 AM
Vote results and what’s next!
Thu, 4 June 2020

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The results of the first stage of the Encased Kickstarter Community vote for the unique and exclusive item are already here! The winner is the Forefathers' Relic.

Today we launch the second stage, in which Kickstarter backers will choose features and attributes of the future relic, there are three descriptions to choose from.

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Relic #1
While using it, Character receives +15% Cold Resistance. Starting from the second combat round, Relic begins to emit cold discharges that damages both the user and all the characters within one tile of him.

"Same goes for the space near it – due to that, Relic is a rare occurrence, but an easy find. As soon as it contacts air it begins to emit rhythmic “pulses”, each pulse absorbing heat from everything in near vicinity. Despite this process, the temperature of relic itself remains unchanged and there’s no clear indication as to where all that disappearing energy goes. Pulses occur without any noises or flashes and the crystallization of air humidity is the sole indication of the danger it poses – an unprepared human will be frozen to death in just a couple of pulses. Few people are brave enough to use it in the combat conditions – in some way, relic does recognize its bearer and tries to shield him a bit, but only a little. You have to be extremely cool-headed to risk that much."

Relic #2
This relic will influence all organic combatants, making them lose 20% Accuracy.

"In happier times Relic was used as a part of a hazing ritual for White Wing newcomers. The setup of that was deceptively mundane – the victim was led to a lab where this relic was contained under a closed casing. Then they were left alone while being asked to fill a standardized form with some ordinary observations and other routine stuff, the case being opened upon their exit. Half an hour past that, the hazers returned to find all the forms spoiled, criss-crossed with unrecognizable scribble, and the totally panicked victim running in circles, being unable to find the door out. Relic disrupts one’s perception of surrounding reality and it directly affects the processes inside the brain itself – videotaping and similar ways of recording do not fixate anything wrong near it. People, however, will perceive everything as being “correct” while that “everything” is actually dreadfully wrong. Even the most basic tasks might become impossible while under its influence, so the only way to study this relic is while using remotely-controlled devices. Relic is especially adept at masking itself, and so it’s completely futile to understand anything about it in person. All the accompanying fun was eventually banned, though – for one newbie, thirty minutes was more than enough to become stark-raving mad and to greet a chuckling returnee with an unbelievably pinpoint pen to the eye. But that’s a different story."

Relic #3
If a user will suffer a critical hit (and a critical hit only), he won’t take any damage and will be healed for 50% of its attack power.

"At the inception of Dome’s exploration, there was this pristine assuredness that here it is, the ultimate triumph of science and reason. Who would’ve guessed that its course will birth superstitions so dire that even a troglodyte would feel ashamed of following them. If we were to believe certain scouts, this relic will unfailingly ward you from death, oh, more than that, it’ll greatly improve your health in the process! And who cares if the those scouts’ leader later became a drunken, insane, self-mutilating wreck, crying that he’s “displaced” into a “wrong” Reality. And his “improved health” is a supposedly regrown long gone eye(!) that he never actually lost – we went into all the documents, all the archives, asked all the witnesses, and there were no signs of him ever being injured. Here I’m tempted to comment on the utter ineptitude of Cronus’ recruiters, but that topic is getting stale lately. Despite the absurdity of such claims, some so-called “scientists” have wasted a lot of time and resources on experimentation, with sole predictable result of murdering droves of lab animals in various creative ways. Not a single one was saved by this miraculous Relic. That was still not enough for the head of that project – that professor decided to personally bathe in this relic’s succor. Thankfully, he used a laser weapon to make a very precise hole in his cranium and, with the heat cauterizing the wound rather instantly, the following clean-up of his office was effortless. Quite a professional attitude. And yet, after all that, Relic is still a highly demanded black market commodity with plenty of fools willing to bury themselves in debt so they can “prevent” the actual burial. O tempora, o mores!"

If you are the Encased Kickstarter backer, then you should definitely participate. In your mailbox and in personal messages on the Kickstarter you will find a link to the second stage of voting.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on June 06, 2020, 12:30:48 AM
Launch of transport modules and useful CRONUS notes
Fri, 5 June 2020

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CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear readers, CRONUS weekly is once again on your terminals! Today we will tell you about the launch of new transport modules, share notes about scientific studies of the corporation, as well as summarize the first stage of vote for unique items.

Launch of transport modules

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Getting under the Dome is a fascinating but also dangerous journey. When you arrive to the Spire station, built around an aperture at the top of the Dome, you will have a long descent. But the well-coordinated work of the world's best engineers allowed CRONUS to build a real engineering marvel in the shortest possible time, an updated system of transport modules. The blue wing was so confident in its invention that one of the first testers was a leading design engineer.

"Trampoline works!" - the first words of the Blue Wing Director, after a successful landing.

Useful CRONUS notes

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Once under the Dome, forget everything you've been taught. Whether you were a military man, a medic, a leader, or a simple worker, everyone will have to undergo basic military training.

In this dangerous world, everyone must be able to use weapons. However, experience has proven that, this is not enough. For those who wish to continue training in combat disciplines, CRONUS has published special books, from which you will learn more about the weaknesses of the coming opponents, factional relations or even about how relics and anomalies work. These materials are absolutely free and available to everyone.

Vote for the exclusive item: part 2

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The results of the first stage of vote for the unique and exclusive item are already here! The winner is the Relic of the Forefathers.

CRONUS Corporation has already launched the second stage of vote, in which our first investors will choose features and characteristics of the future relic. If you have supported us on Kickstarter, do not pass by. You will find the link to the second stage of the voting in your email inbox and in personal messages on the Kickstarter website.

See you under the Dome!

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Post by: Asid on June 12, 2020, 01:41:38 AM
The third stage of vote!
Thu, 11 June 2020

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Results of the previous stage of the Kickstarter community vote are summed up and we’re ready to share them with you. With a big gap wins Relic №3!

If a user will suffer a critical hit (and a critical hit only), he won’t take any damage and will be healed for 50% of its attack power.

"At the inception of Dome’s exploration, there was this pristine assuredness that here it is, the ultimate triumph of science and reason. Who would’ve guessed that its course will birth superstitions so dire that even a troglodyte would feel ashamed of following them. If we were to believe certain scouts, this relic will unfailingly ward you from death, oh, more than that, it’ll greatly improve your health in the process! And who cares if the those scouts’ leader later became a drunken, insane, self-mutilating wreck, crying that he’s “displaced” into a “wrong” Reality. And his “improved health” is a supposedly regrown long gone eye(!) that he never actually lost – we went into all the documents, all the archives, asked all the witnesses, and there were no signs of him ever being injured. Here I’m tempted to comment on the utter ineptitude of Cronus’ recruiters, but that topic is getting stale lately. Despite the absurdity of such claims, some so-called “scientists” have wasted a lot of time and resources on experimentation, with sole predictable result of murdering droves of lab animals in various creative ways. Not a single one was saved by this miraculous Relic. That was still not enough for the head of that project – that professor decided to personally bathe in this relic’s succor. Thankfully, he used a laser weapon to make a very precise hole in his cranium and, with the heat cauterizing the wound rather instantly, the following clean-up of his office was effortless. Quite a professional attitude. And yet, after all that, Relic is still a highly demanded black market commodity with plenty of fools willing to bury themselves in debt so they can “prevent” the actual burial. O tempora, o mores!"

Now, in the world under the Dome, there is a legendary artifact that can save your life from the most dangerous and sudden type of damage in RPG — critical hit.

The time has come for a new vote. Starting today and until the next week you will decide how to call such a powerful artifact. There are five choices:

•   Grail
•   Winning Ticket
•   Crimson King
•   Extract of Ubiquity
•   Rune of Comfort

If you're Encased Kickstarter backer, make sure to vote. You will find a link to the vote in your mailbox and personal messages on Kickstarter.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on June 13, 2020, 01:23:42 AM
Arms Barons of the Dome
Fri, 12 June 2020

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CRONUS WEEKLY

Dear employees! We dedicate this issue to our reliable partners. Their support and professionalism in tandem with patents for the highest CRONUS technologies allow us to maintain peace and order under the Dome. They are the ones who equip Black Wing employees with all the necessary equipment to serve and protect.

Don’t be afraid, though! Weapons under the Dome are only needed for training purposes or for a sense of safety while traveling through the wastelands. We assure you that life under the Dome is absolutely safe and in many ways more pleasant than in the outside world.

Seaman Inc

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Motto: Seaman covers you
CEO: John Seaman

Brass knuckles, batons, hammers and a variety of knives, all this is supplied by Seaman Inc. Despite the high competition and availability of firearms, Seaman products are firmly established in the market thanks to Black Wing contracts. Melee weapons aid a lot in quick and almost painless suppression of riots in orange sectors. This results in lower medical costs.

"Mature and serious products for mature and serious men and women," says company CEO John Seaman.

Forge Co.

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Motto: Guns are fun!
CEO: Quentin Glass

Futuristic and memorable, thanks to its stylish colors, weapon for everyone! It becomes even more attractive due to its reasonable price to quality ratio. You can master small caliber firearms literally in a couple of hours at the shooting range! Many residents of the Dome have already made their choice in favor of Quentin Glass company products.

Specially for women Forge Co. were among the first to launch an elegant ladies line of products, experimenting with the appearance of weapons. Whether the experiment was successful or not, it’s up to you to decide.

Danny Raynold’s Supplies

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Motto: You don’t need it, if we don’t have it.
CEO: Danny Raynolds

Let's forget about knives, pistols and rifles for a time being. None of them worth a damn, without Danny's goods. Danny Raynold's Supplies produces literally all accessories and spare parts for weapons and equipment. Bullets, heavy ammo, soles of army boots and helmets, he literally makes everything.

Danny, the head of the company, is a vigorous and cheerful top manager who inspires employees to achieve new heights. Many people underestimate his role in arming the Black Wing, but in our opinion, it’s thanks to Danny's rounds and ammunition that we are able to maintain perfect order under the Dome.

Dear subscribers! These are not all corporations that help CRONUS maintain a high standard of living under the Dome. In the next issues of the newsletter, we will continue to present our leading partners. We’re eagerly waiting for your emails and comments! What do you want to learn more about? You can ask questions in response to this letter.

Stay under the Dome!


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on June 17, 2020, 01:11:16 AM
Easter Eggs Under the Dome
Tue, 16 June 2020

https://youtu.be/O8jh-07x7J0


Is it true that we put Todd Howard into the game? Too many questions are raised thanks to a mysterious worker at the Concord station. We conducted a small investigation, during which we discovered mysterious messages in the world under the Dome.

We have devoted a new development update to cultural references. Don't be afraid of spoilers, in the video, we tell only about the funniest and most visible ones. Encased will have a lot more references and Easter Eggs. Many of them will be found by only the most persistent adventurers. In the first act alone, the players found many small surprises. Want to share your own findings?


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Post by: Asid on June 19, 2020, 03:27:46 PM
Unique Relic — Finals!
Thu, 18 June 2020

The third vote had a fierce fight, but the Winning Ticket managed to win this close race.

The kickstarter community has already chosen between the type of item, attributes, description and the name! Now they have to choose between 3 appearances of the artifact, and pick the one that will look better in the inventory of the protagonist or his companion.

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If you're Encased Kickstarter backer, make sure to vote. You will find a link to the vote in your mailbox and personal messages on Kickstarter.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on June 20, 2020, 01:40:18 AM
High security measures
Fri, 19 June 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Greetings, dear subscribers!

The latest issue of the CRONUS weekly is once again on your screens. Today we will continue the theme of weapon innovations, get acquainted with the latest results of research on the impact of the Dome ecosystem on living organisms, as well as share a summary of news about the group of followers of the Maelstrom.

New Turrets of the Chimera series

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CRONUS Corporation values life and health of the Dome inhabitants above all. Today we present a prototype of a new security turret, which will provide additional safety and easily deal with any type of enemy.

Defence Turret is a real breakthrough in AI. Turret independently determines the number of opponents and their density in order to choose an appropriate type of attack. It uses ammo similar to shotgun.

New Insect Species

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Almost every day, scientists of the CRONUS white wing make amazing discoveries. But not all of them are good. This time “luck” smiled at the biologists: they conducted a thorough study of the colony of mutated roaches. It seems like that these insects evolved under the influence of anomalies. They've become larger, more dangerous and perhaps smarter. The new species is well organized and, according to research, follow commands of their Queen.

If a nest is found, do not try to destroy it yourself, immediately contact the nearest Black Wing representative.

Fanatics Under the Dome

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Many residents of the Dome have noticed a mysterious maelstrom. Whirlwind of an enormous size is poorly studied and looks frighteningly incomprehensible. But according to CRONUS scientists, despite its form, it is not dangerous. All stations are ready for any weather conditions and anomalies.

However, the melstrom has already made a lasting impression on some settlers and shaken their minds. So far, there is no point in worrying about a couple of crazy people or taking them seriously. All troublemakers have already been taken under special control. Silver Wing is convinced that this is just another fake excuse to slack at work.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on June 26, 2020, 01:32:03 AM
Vote results for the unique relic!
Thu, 25 June 2020


A series of votes for the unique item created by the Kickstarter community has come to an end. Backers made their choice at every stage, from the type of item to the appearance. Here’s what you’ve got.

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How do you like the results? How much did you manage to predict successfully and what results you haven’t expected at all?




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Post by: Asid on June 27, 2020, 01:18:48 AM
Celebrities under the Dome
Fri, 26 June 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Employees, a fresh issue of "CRONUS Weekly" is once again on your screens. In this issue we will talk about the celebrities who went under the Dome, share the results of work on the new artifact, as well as talk about the summer campaign, which is taking place right now on Steam Store.

Celebrities under the Dome

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Dear readers, we receive more and more letters with questions about people who look like world celebrities. Is it true that world stars took such bold steps and went under the Dome, leaving the past life behind? Maybe people under the Dome just look similarly to them? Many have already encountered these employees in hallways or even noticed them working in the warehouse. We've taken a closer look and filmed a detailed report for you.

Vote Results for the Exclusive Artifact

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As you know, for several weeks the best CRONUS scientists have been working together with first investors on the concept of a unique Artifact. Day after day they have carefully studied all the properties of the mysterious relics of the Forefathers in search of the best combination. Now we can finally sum up results of the series of votes. Take a look at "Winning Ticket"! Not only will it help you to more easily withstand critical enemy attacks, but it will also make these attacks restore your health.

All necessary blueprints have already been sent to Blue Wing, all you have to do is wait for the best engineers to collect and test the relic to authorize its use in the field.

Steam Summer Sale

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The world below the Dome is amazing and unfathomable. In summer it is especially beautiful. Thanks to one of our reliable partners — Steam, a journey into the mysterious world of forefathers artifacts and anomalies has become even more accessible. Right now, the annual summer sale is taking place, with thousands of companies taking part in it. We couldn't get past this event too. Until July 9th, you can buy a ticket under the Dome at a 20% discount.

That’s all for today! We’re waiting for you under the Dome!


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Post by: Asid on July 04, 2020, 02:05:00 AM
New Weapon Supplies
Fri, 3 July 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Greetings, dear readers!

Once again the latest issue of the CRONUS Weekly is on on your screens. Summer is in full swing, and this week we will talk about the greatest breakthroughs of the CRONUS military industry.

Chimera Series Rocket Turret

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Chimera series turrets have long established themselves as the best guards of your peace. That's why CRONUS decided to continue financing the development of the series. In previous editions, we talked about Defence and Gun Turrets. It's time for even more powerful ones.

Rocket Turret is ideal for fighting heavy armored enemies over long distances. Possesses increased firepower. Uses ammo similar to a grenade launcher.

Railgun, an electromagnetic mass accelerator

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You often ask us how the Forefathers' technology will change weapons. Machine guns, submachine guns, shotguns and grenade launchers are all interesting, but what does the future hold? Today CRONUS armory welcomes new weapon — Railgun!

Wesley industries in collaboration with Blue Wing engineers introduced a completely new type of weapon. It is based on an electromagnetic mass accelerator that launches a conductive projectile along metal rails.

Weapon have successfully passed all field tests and received all necessary permits for mass production. Firepower and usability exceed all expectations.

Giant Insects

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Last week, another reconnaissance unit was attacked by giant insects. Reports from the Black Wing confirm that the attack was successfully repelled. Enemy acted alone. There were no casualties or deaths.

This specimen was handed over to the White Wing researchers. According to preliminary data, the creature is ten times larger than its relatives outside the Dome. Whether we should still call them cockroaches or beetles is unknown. Scientists are planning to intensify surveillance of the flora and fauna under the Dome. Years of research, and we still know so little about the local inhabitants and how the Dome affects living organisms.


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Post by: Asid on July 09, 2020, 11:49:06 PM
New video update — History behind Russian Fallout
Wed, 8 July 2020

In today's development update we will talk about the Russian Fallout phenomenon in the gaming industry.

https://youtu.be/vDMM627xN_Q


Please welcome our newest development update!
In it we will tell you about the Russian Fallout phenomenon in the gaming industry. Let's see for ourselves what it's all about.

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Post by: Asid on July 11, 2020, 01:09:01 PM
Cultural Heritage under the Dome
Fri, 10 July 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Greetings, employees and first settlers!

Once again the latest issue of the CRONUS Weekly is on your terminal screens. In the latest issue we will tell you about some special cultural aspects under the Dome, continue to write about new weapons, as well as share new research info on artifacts of forefathers.

Cultural Heritage under the Dome

https://youtu.be/vDMM627xN_Q



The Dome brought together a huge multicultural community, representatives of many nationalities, professions and views. It brought together scientists, soldiers, office workers, former inmates and engineers to build the new complex and even brighter world.

This week, Silver Wing reporters managed to communicate with the Russian-speaking community to discuss a phenomenon called “Russian Fallout”. For better understanding of the subject, we prepared a detailed video report.

Cryo Turret of the Chimera Series

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This time, the weapon section will be continued with a brief description of a Cryo Turret. We have already told you about the Chimera Series Rocket, Shotgun and Machine gun turrets. But we've left the most interesting one for last.

Cryo Turret is the best solution for neutralizing a target. It's effective in both distance and close combat. Each unit is equipped with two powerful cryo-lasers capable of freezing anyone. If the enemy gets too close, the unit will create a cryo field of up to three meters long around it. It’s a real breakthrough in weaponcraft and artificial intelligence.

New Forefathers Relic — Fluff

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Once again, valiant scientists delight us with new discoveries. This week, White Wing employees have studied the previously unknown Relic — Fluff. The bizarre spherical object has earned its name thanks to its unique properties.

It weighs no more than a balloon. The relic creates a field around itself that reduces the weight of objects inside it. The best minds of CRONUS are already building theories and plans to apply the miraculous properties of the artifact for the benefit of humanity. But as long as its properties are not yet fully studied, it is under strict control in the artifact storage facility. Who knows it’s true limits in ability to suppress gravity?


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Post by: Asid on July 18, 2020, 01:32:49 AM
Useful to Know. Important CRONUS Information
Fri, 17 July 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Greetings, dear readers!

This time your regular issue of CRONUS weekly will be extra educational. Every day you ask a lot of questions about absolutely basic things that every resident of the Dome should know. It seems that large training manuals aren’t easy to read through. In this issue, we will briefly outline the basics that every newcomer should be familiar with.

M.I.N.E.R.V.A.

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Readers often ask us how CRONUS manages to record, systematize and analyze the vast amount of knowledge of the forefathers. M.I.N.E.R.V.A. helps us to do this.

The intelligent computer system M.I.N.E.R.V.A. is the latest invention of our scientists and engineers.

It connects all computers under the Dome into a single network: servers, work terminals, personal communicators — everything is connected. But the main advantage of M.I.N.E.R.V.A. is an artificial intelligence, with each day it’s getting smarter and smarter thanks to the machine learning module. And thanks to regular scanning of the environment by the handheld devices, M.I.N.E.R.V.A. database is able to update constantly.

One day, it’ll be able to play chess with you or solve mysteries of the Dome. And today M.I.N.E.R.V.A. is already the best friend of any user!

CRONUS Knowledge Points

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Many of you have already familiarized yourself with scanning. But did you know that CRONUS scanner is not a toy. When you scan the property of a company or its employees, both alive and dead, you get CRONUS points.

You can exchange those points for the most needed items: medical supplies, equipment and gear. It’s a support of independent research projects.

Psionics and Psi Glove

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As always, we left the most interesting things for last. Psionics are not yet fully understood and mastered. But thanks to painstaking work of the best scientists, many have already learned to use this energy for the benefit of the corporation. CRONUS scientists have found that each person has a special attribute in the body called Psycho. Don’t rejoice just yet, only people with the highest attributes can use Psycho in the field. Those lucky ones will need a special glove that concentrates their energy.

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Post by: Asid on July 25, 2020, 01:14:45 AM
CRONUS Artifact Auction
Fri, 24 July 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Greetings, dear readers!

The long-awaited release of "CRONUS Weekly" is finally on your screens. Touch the future today! For you, our loyal subscribers, we offer the most valuable artifacts based on forefathers' technology at tempting prices. In addition, we will tell you about a new invention — a glove capable of concentrating your mental abilities, and offer you an adventure into an unknown world! Let’s go into details about each of today topics:

CRONUS home shopping

Anomalies and artifacts - Encased RPG Development Update #9

https://youtu.be/aAABptCQKSw


Technology is always moving forward. Today we are pleased to show you video presentation of our latest products! Take a look at them in action and learn more about the miraculous properties of these items. White Wing scientists tirelessly explore the mysterious artifacts left by the forefathers, while Blue Wing engineers use scientific data to create amazing devices that are already transforming our usual way of life.

Everything that once seemed like magic is now available to you, thanks to the tireless work of all CRONUS employees.


Beware of counterfeits

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Dear readers, we’re fast to warn you that only the official CRONUS catalogue is a reliable source of valuable artifacts. Any rumors about miraculous objects distributed on the grey market are deceitful.

Only the official channels of the corporation guarantee proper quality of the product and not some shiny pieces of metal covered with fluorescent paint.


New worlds for you to discover

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Dear employees! The Department of External Affairs of CRONUS Corporation announces the opportunity to go on an unforgettable adventure in a new world and fight against the terrible monsters that have invaded the planet! Lead a squad of superhumans Ultori, respond to the call of the intelligent city of Arx and challenge the Moon itself!

An introductory version of the adventure is already available for free in the shops of our reliable partners: Steam and Gog.

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Post by: Asid on August 01, 2020, 11:36:24 PM
Invisibility and sudden maelstrom under the Dome
Fri, 31 July 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers, the latest issue of the CRONUS Weekly is back on your screens. Today we will tell you how the technology of the Forefathers will become part of our daily life, why weapons of the corporation do not need improvements and where it is the best place to watch amazing weather activity under the Dome.

Cloaking field generator

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More and more of our operatives admit that they feel like heroes of fantastic novels and aliens from the distant future. This is not a euphoria, because every employee of the corporation has the most high-tech tools available to them. Who wouldn't dream of becoming invisible as a child? At CRONUS, it's possible. Based on the Forefathers' technology, Blue Wing Engineers have developed a cloaking field generator that can deceive security systems, bypass dangerous predators and safely conduct complex special operations without risking the lives of employees. All this thanks to a super-compact device with only two buttons!

Working prototypes are already successfully used in the field and soon the outside world will also get to use this amazing technology.

Weapon modifications are strictly forbidden

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Attention all staff! CRONUS Corporation provides you with the most high-tech weapons available to mankind. Rifles, pistols, SMGs, lasers and energy guns are all available to you today. But despite this variety, some "enthusiasts" continue to make ridiculous attempts to create their own guns, collected literally from garbage. How can such devices compare in terms of power and safety with the products of our partners in arms companies?

Possession and use of improvised weapons will be discouraged at the administrative level. Violators will be subject to administrative sanctions.

Weather anomalies

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There is no place in the world more amazing than the Dome! You've probably heard of weather anomalies near the centre. Our scientists are tirelessly studying the mysterious atmospheric phenomenon. We already have first results: the maelstrom, as its observers have dubbed it, is completely safe and will not damage residential clusters or scientific bases. All we have to do is keep watching and wait for it to die down. The majestic anomaly is a real joy to watch for every Dome inhabitant. The best view is from the observation deck of the Concord Station.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 08, 2020, 02:25:04 AM
Travels, adventures and hacking into personal computers
Fri, 7 August 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Once again the latest issue of the CRONUS Weekly is on your screens, dive with us into the world of a great future! Today we will tell you about the future of the tourism industry, laptops and special equipment for researchers and nature scientists.

Travel to Crystal Sands

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Regular readers ask us, is it possible to look at the Dome with their own eyes without getting inside? Of course it is! Without further ado, we would like to show you Crystal Sands, the city of dreams built by CRONUS in a matter of months. An oasis of high technologies, growing right on the border of the Dome. This is where the journey of every new CRONUS employee begins.

It's easy to get here and see the Dome for the first time in person! Just fill out a request form at the main office, buy plane tickets and book a room in the most advanced hotels available to mankind. Crystal Sands will welcome you with open arms.

Portable computers

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Until recently, our computers could hardly fit in huge rooms, but now, thanks to technologies discovered under the Dome, computers have been reduced literally to the size of a wallet and are easily stored in a backpack pocket. The engineer's portable device is useful for working with terminals, fine-tuning elevators, automatic doors and other technical facilities. Its strict minimalistic design and strong metal case will make you instantly feel like a guest from the distant future.


Dart gun — protector of science

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Joint work of Blue Wing engineers and White Wing scientists created the dart gun. This super-compact device will help researchers better understand the Dome's fauna. Its poisoned darts will deal with hostile creatures, taking the subject out of consciousness for a long time.

That way researchers will be able to capture a creature and send it to the base for detailed study of body structure and metabolism.

*Attention, in case of emergency and dart hitting a person, you should see a doctor immediately. The dose can be fatal for humans.


Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 11, 2020, 11:11:21 PM
Whats awaits you in third content patch? — Encased dev update #10
Tue, 11 August 2020

https://youtu.be/y9B641KBVcc


The experiment of CRONUS Corporation comes to an end — life under the Dome is suitable for human habitation. Researchers may still encounter very dangerous cockroaches, but in most cases we have fixed the problem.

On August 13 we will release the third and final content patch for the early access of Encased. After that, the next update will be the release version of the game. Big changes are waiting for us, the third patch is the last chance for players to touch the early version of the game, to see how the story begins! Today we will reveal the details of the third content patch. Reworked RPG balance, updated locations, exciting stories and adventures, stealth, non-lethal weapons and new artifacts to study — learn all about this in our new video.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 14, 2020, 01:55:32 AM
Third content patch is already available!
Thu, 13 August 2020

Redesigned role-playing system, new abilities and skills, rebalanced battle mechanics and more!
 
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Redesigned role-playing system, new abilities and skills, rebalanced battle mechanics, stealth and non-lethal weapons, updated locations, additional side-quests, tons of new weapons and equipment, additional animations and effects and a lot more is waiting for you in the new content expansion for Encased.

Thanks to the spring patch number 2 we got amazing feedback from the players! It was as always concrete, passionate and at the same time motivating. That’s why in the third update we added long-awaited mechanics such as stealth and reworked the most important element — the role-playing system.

The purpose of the changes in the role-playing system is to expand the player's options while creating an in-game character. We want you to be able to distribute the attributes on your own and get serious combat advantages. Now the whole system works differently:
— Action Points no longer depend only on Agility, now both Luck and Agility increase them equally.
— Each branch of combat skills is now tied to two main attributes, rather than one, and has a number of additional attributes.
— Options for creating a character with the most personalized tactics were expanded. The player is free to choose his own path, rather than follow the only road left to him by a game-designer.

You waited for it, and we finally added: Stealth! Now the protagonist can go into stealth mode to avoid uncomfortable enemies or complete a quest in a new way. Stealth Mode reveals additional aspects of many abilities. It not only increases damage, but also the chance for additional action.

We know that for you, avid RPG players, the atmosphere is very important! We want the Encased world to feel realistic and alive. To get closer to this goal, we have updated many locations. Not only do they look different, now you will meet new NPCs that can give you additional quests, tell a joke or trade with the player. Your companions will also react to in-game events, other characters and generally behave in a very different way now.

Even though the third content patch is the last update for the early access of Encased, this is not the end. Right now the Dark Crystal Games team is coming to the finish line, beyond which is the full Encased release. In the third patch you will encounter new side-quests, but the main plot will remain a mystery until the release version. Now we will focus our attention on the story content and polishing of already existing mechanics. So get ready, adventurers. More Dome puzzles, wasteland adventures and battles with crazy enemies are waiting for you.

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Now we're going to reveal the full list of changes, fixes and modifications of the version 0.18.813.1850:

New objects and art

•   Building types: research modules, town buildings, underground structures;
•   Biome elements;
•   Weapons of different degrees of deadliness: particle accelerator "Supernova", dart gun "Wasp", acid gun "Viper", disc thrower "Slingshot";
•   Non-lethal weapons: sprays with pepper and sleeping gas, taser;
•   Models of inventory items: food, items, books;
•   Models of tools: teleporter, cloaking devices;
•   Equipment of the Phalanx and the Church factions;
•   Models of truck vehicles;
•   Redesign of weapons to match manufacturer styles;
•   NPC portraits for the Phalanx and the Church factions;

Updated and renewed locations

•   Concord station;
•   Parking lots of Magellan and Nashville;
•   Renewed Sonora bunker;
•   Radioactive cemetery;
•   Crossroads location;
•   Location with weapon dealer shop;
•   Enter into Kaleidoscope project bunker;
•   Kaleidoscope project bunker and ventilation on the technical floor of Magellan;
•   Technical floor of Magellan;
•   Some smaller locations were completely remade;
•   Sewers;
•   All toilets on all location :);

Technical changes

•   Status effects active within a certain radius from the object or character have been improved;
•   Reworked companion behavior;
•   Reworked combat system;
•   Reworked addictions to alcohol and various other substances;
•   Reworked death status;
•   Difficulty levels;
•   Profile system;
•   Added new character parameters: Learning ability, Skill Points, Inspiration and Authority. "Learning ability" shows how much experience a character gains from certain actions; "Skill Points" shows how many corresponding points the character will gain as his level increases; "Inspiration" increases party evasion rate from enemy attacks; "Authority" increases the chance of critical hit for your party;

New animations and effects

•   Visual effects for new combat abilities and the weapon itself;
•   Visual effects for non-combat abilities;
•   Ability sounds;
•   Combat animations: jumps, knockdown, push forward and back;
•   Turrets animation;

Story and plot

•   New random encounters;
•   Random encounters during sleep;
•   New side-quests;
•   Companion reactions to in-game events;
•   NPC reactions to player companions;
•   Added an option to skip a part of tutorial;
•   Added the path for the Orange Wing in the "Detective" quest;
•   Puzzle in the Nashville cave;
•   Special prologue playthrough for the mentally powerless character (with the Indicator of Brains equal to no more than 2 points);

Combat, equipment and weapons

•   A lot of new abilities for each weapon class;
•   Dozens of new perks, reworked old perks;
•   New types of weapons and equipment of different quality with new icons and models have been added to the game;
•   Reworked properties and parameters of weapons and equipment;
•   New equipment: portable teleporter;
•   New items: training books, strengthening and health restoration items for robotic partners;
•   New equipment for Wings;
•   Fleshed out recipes and the possibility of gradual improvement of weapons, with improved quality and transition between tiers;
•   New relics;
•   New enemies with new abilities;

Gameplay mechanics

•   A redesigned progression of skills such as Hacking, Stealing, Barter;
•   "Leadership" skills are now combined with "Communication" skills;
•   "Gambling" skills are now combined with "Criminal" skills;
•   Some psionic abilities now increase fatigue after use;
•   Added "Teleportation" ability;
•   Some weapons now have a "cone" damage zone (flamethrower, chemical sprayer, etc.).;
•   Added spread of shotgun pellets (multi-target attack);
•   Added stealth mode;
•   You can now play through the game without killing anybody.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 15, 2020, 02:23:43 AM
Massive update #3. Dome — ideal place to live in.
Fri, 14 August 2020

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CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers, the latest issue of the CRONUS Weekly is back on your screens. Today we will report on the completion of the third stage of infrastructure construction under the Dome, we will inform you about the great achievements of our corporation, improved living and working conditions for all employees and mind blowing inventions that have changed the usual way of life.

Third update

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The third stage of infrastructure construction under the Dome has been completed. We have joined forces of all best CRONUS specialists to make a real breakthrough in the betterment of life under the Dome. Now we can safely claim that the Dome is the best place to live on the planet. And very soon, it will reveal all its secrets to the world.

Cloaking field generators

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Thanks to the third major update, all CRONUS employees will receive personal cloaking field generators. These compact devices allow you to conduct reconnaissance special operations covertly to avoid losses among the personnel. With the stealth data you can see how much enemy attention has been drawn. Guard systems of the Forefathers, wasteland mutants and any other opponents will not even have time to notice that they’re now in our scientists' laboratories.

New weapons

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Dome is safer than ever. But to be sure of tomorrow, CRONUS has almost completely upgraded its arsenal! New weapons with improved performance and enhanced armour-piercing capabilities, new non-lethal weapons that are perfect for scientists and pathfinders, and brand new armor and protective suits for every employee.

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In addition to that, today we launch a special offer for everyone who wants to get under the Dome. 20% discount on an unforgettable journey with our Steam partner!


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 22, 2020, 12:49:38 AM
Emergency weather report. Management visit with inspection.
Fri, 21 August 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers, once again the latest issue of the CRONUS Weekly is on your terminals. Today we will tell you how the weather affects anomalies, the results of an unscheduled administrative check and how to become the owner of a spray gun for self-defense.

Weather report

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Breaking news! From this day on, every resident of the Dome is obliged to listen to the weather forecast data every day. White Wing scientists have found the relationship between the weather and the activity of many anomalies.

The results of observations confirm that the electriс anomalies have grown to unprecedented sizes. It could have been caused by increased storm activity, but it’s too early for final conclusions, hundreds of hours of observations and experiments needed to be done. One thing is for sure: you can't neutralise them with simple bolts.

Management inspection

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Last week, CRONUS conducted a major upgrade of the entire infrastructure under the Dome. Such an important event did not go unnoticed by top management. This week, a commission of leading managers personally visited the main research facilities.

"Everything went according to plan. The laboratories and research facilities have been cleaned up and put in perfect order. The equipment, furniture and equipment have been replaced with the latest models. The staff has been urgently instructed and successfully recertified. The unannounced inspection showed no signs of corruption, abuse of authority, embezzlement or financial fraud. There is only a bright future ahead for us," said Silver Wing authorized specialist.

Self-defence items

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Residents of the Dome, we are receiving more and more requests for self-defense weapons. We hurry to inform you that thanks to the recent renovation of infrastructure, the Dome has become one of the most comfortable and safe places to live on the whole planet. However, the safety and security of the settlers is a priority for CRONUS. A series of non-lethal weapons has been developed especially for employees with dubious backgrounds.

Starting today, you can send a request for a pepper spray gun. The weapon is not only easy to use, but also can easily disable your opponent for several hours thanks to the unique chemical composition of the pepper mixture. All this without significant harm to your target's health.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 29, 2020, 03:42:33 AM
Forefathers mysteries, anomalies and artifacts
Fri, 28 August 2020

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Welcome, dear subscribers. Once again "CRONUS Weekly" is on your terminals. Today we’ll focus on mysteries of the Forefathers, anomalies and artifacts. In recent video chronicles, we told you how you can get the most valuable inventions for your personal use. If you missed it, we advise you to watch it immediately.

https://youtu.be/aAABptCQKSw


Forefathers

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Almost everyone who has heard of the Dome at least once asks a question: where did all these technological wonders come from? Unfortunately, no one, even the best minds of humanity, is ready to answer this question. We call the creators of the Dome the Forefathers and know too little about them.

Every day, the best scientists of the White Wing carefully study the technologies left by the Forefathers to turn them for the benefit of humanity. Even today, dozens of amazing inventions are ready to be transported to the outside world, and it is you, our readers, who can become their first owners.

Holographic projector

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Holographic projector is one of the new advanced technologies of the Wesley industries, a real breakthrough in data transmission. In a few days it gained popularity in almost all areas under the Dome. Officers of the Black Wing especially liked it. The presentations of new models of weapons and armor have never attracted so much attention before.

Projectors are especially useful in the training of recruits, the battles with holograms are absolutely safe, but they allow to create situations as close to reality as possible.

Anomalies

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Anomalies, perhaps, are the main secret of the Dome. Despite the huge budgets that CRONUS allocates to study, we still know too little about their properties. Risking their lives, every day dozens of researchers go to the wastelands to study these wonders some more.

You may have already encountered some anomalies at the Concord station. Here, every newcomer, under the strict control of scientists, must understand what he’ll soon face.




Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on September 02, 2020, 02:28:15 AM
How to Master Combat? — Encased RPG Development Update #11
Mon, 31 August 2020


https://youtu.be/KLF1QOV-ZYs


During the development of Encased, nothing has changed as much as the combat system. Many skill trees, scaling from different attributes, as well as dozens of different weapons surprise every new CRONUS employee.

Today we want to talk about the combat system in more detail, tell you how it works and how to become a survival expert under the Dome. Get comfortable, we're starting.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on September 05, 2020, 02:55:04 AM
Catastrophe that changed the world
Fri, 4 September 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Welcome, subscribers and first settlers of the Dome!

Once again the latest issue of the CRONUS weekly is on your screens. In this issue we will tell you how mankind discovered the Dome, pay special attention to the recruit combat training, as well as show you inner workings of one of the most important CRONUS laboratories.

Catastrophe that changed the world

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Walking around the Crystal Sands, newcomers can’t even imagine that a few years ago, in place of all these buildings, laboratories and training grounds, stretched a lifeless desert. In a short time CRONUS managed to build an infrastructure, which had no analogues in the world.

The Dome was found by chance: Everything began with the mysterious disappearance of the military aircraft. It was reported that the pilot lost his course during the sandstorm. Two rescue helicopters went to search, but both crashed. Only one crew member survived. He reported that one of the vehicles allegedly crashed against an "invisible wall" and, while falling, hit the second helicopter.

This is how mankind first encountered the Dome, a mysterious construction of an unknown civilization.

Self-defence lessons

https://youtu.be/KLF1QOV-ZYs


Employees! We remind you that combat training is a guarantee of survival in a harsh and dangerous world under the Dome. It seems that some of you have been negligent in your training with holograms, which resulted in significant losses during the last mission. CRONUS does not tolerate repeated errors. Each recruit now has to watch a specially made video course by the best Black Wing team. Follow the instructions and become a real war machine in no time.

Emulator project control room

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Dear subscribers. Today we managed to look behind the scenes of, perhaps, one of the most important rooms under the Dome. On your screens, the anomaly research project control room. Here the best minds of the corporation are developing technologies based on resources left by the ancient civilization. Each scientist or engineer is ready to part with a quiet life under the Dome, just to touch the secrets of the forgotten civilization and help the project to control the anomalous nature of the Dome.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on September 13, 2020, 01:11:05 PM
Cinema premiers without risk for your health
Fri, 11 September 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers and residents of the Dome, the latest issue of "CRONUS Weekly" is once again on your screens. Today we will talk about the revival of cultural life, discoveries of biologists and testing of the panacea.

Return of movie theaters

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When we say that the Dome has become a new center of the world, it’s not only because of science and technology. We know how important it is to support culture and art, that's why we are happy to present the first full-length film made under the Dome.

Deader than dead is an exciting adventure movie, highly appreciated by cultural consultants of the Silver Wing. The film combines an exciting plot and a deep humanistic message. The movie is fully filmed and edited under the Dome, and its actors instantly became worldwide stars! You can watch this unique artistic expression very soon in any cinema around the globe or on the screens of your terminals with an extended subscription to CRONUS originals.

Cockroach soldier

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In the past, when we were all afraid of a possible atomic war, everyone knew that cockroaches could survive even a nuclear winter. Thanks to the discovery of the Dome, world powers maintain a balance, but cockroaches can still surprise us!

Truth to be told, they evolve rapidly under the influence of the Dome environment. For example, look at this handsome guy! In the hive, he takes the role of a soldier. On his head he has spikes that can penetrate the car metal, and his shell is difficult to break for the most ordinary bullets. Fortunately, everything is under control, and White Wing biologists control every creature. These mutants won’t be able to escape!

Cure for all diseases

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Just 10 years ago, a person could die from an infection with a simple splinter. You had to drink tons of medicines and hope for the best if you wanted to cure yourself. The technologies found under the Dome have turned our idea of medical science upside down. Now most diseases, injuries and even gunshot wounds can be cured in a matter of hours with medical bags.

A brand new Stimpack is looking for volunteers for testing. This is a simple formality that will cure the test subjects of any illness. White Wing physicians claim it to be harmless and with no side effects. The device has already been tested by the top executives of the corporation. Now it's your turn!

New expedition

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The world of the future calls for the strongest! On September 24, the Against The Moon universe will open its gates for pathfinders.

Chthonic monsters of the Moon run rampant on the Earth. Only brave defenders can resist the infinitely strong enemy. Intelligent Arx citadel asks for your help, brave employees. Throw the invader a challenge in card battles, sacrifice heroes for the common good and control three characters at once. The whole planet has risen to repel the invasion and fight the last battle Against The Moon!

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on September 19, 2020, 11:34:19 PM
History of power armor creation. Community support. New sightseeing routes
Fri, 18 September 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers, CRONUS weekly is once again on your terminals. Today we will show you how servoshell has been improved over the years of development under the Dome. We will discuss new interesting places for expeditions and scientific researches, as well as celebrate the modest achievement of our first settlers.

From prototype to production. History of power armor transformations.

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Servoshell is one of the main achievements of Blue Wing engineers. High-tech suit is not only protecting against radiation and harmful effects of anomalies. It also allows people to carry cargo beyond the limits of human capabilities and perform complex engineering tasks.

However, the servoshell wasn’t always like the one we have today. It has come a long way from the first sketches, to the launch of full-scale production. Now these suits serve for the benefit of all humanity.

Note: all rumors about the great military potential are overly exaggerated. Servoshell was made solely for industrial purposes.

Places to visit under the Dome

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Every day dozens of bright minds get under the Dome in search of new knowledge. Scientists, researchers and pathfinders are all enticed by the mysteries and riddles left by the Forefathers. So, where should you go right away? We recommend picturesque grottoes with anomalies. Truly amazing place! But do not hurry to go on an expedition. Every newcomer must be instructed and get permission before leaving the station.

800 reviews! New milestone for the community!

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Once again, CRONUS Corporation would like to thank all its employees. The number of reviews on the Steam site has passed the 800 mark. Thanks to your feedback, day after day we are working to improve the quality of life and work of all Dome residents. Continue to share your emotions and impressions from amazing journeys and adventures in the mysterious world of the Forefathers.

See you under the Dome!


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on September 25, 2020, 01:59:26 PM
Big CRONUS deal and new external threat
Thu, 24 September 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Welcome, employees and first residents of the Dome!

The latest issue of "CRONUS Weekly" is once again on your screens. Today we will tell you about a major media deal between the companies CRONUS and Supercolor. We will share the photos of the new improved servoshell station. But most importantly, we will tell you how to participate in the rescue operation from the new global threat to all of humanity.

Big CRONUS deal

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Last week, CRONUS Corporation signed a contract for the supply of jukeboxes with a major manufacturer of audio equipment — Supercolor.

CRONUS repeatedly pointed out the importance of developing not only domestic infrastructure, but also cultural life under the Dome! This massive deal is yet another bold step towards improving the quality of life for every employee of the corporation.

“Now each dining room and cafe will offer not only tasty and healthy food, but also excellent music, approved by the CRONUS moral commission”, — says the head of the CRONUS public relations committee

CRONUS rescue expedition

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Employees! A terrible threat requiring your attention once again hangs over the outside world!

According to preliminary data, the Earth was attacked by chthonic monsters led by the Moon. Only the most courageous warriors can challenge the invader and repel the attack of an omnipotent enemy.

Starting today, on September 24, CRONUS Corporation will send the first squad of volunteered heroes to the rescue expedition.

Against The Moon

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https://store.steampowered.com/app/1039480/Against_The_Moon/


Servoshell station

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More and more are asking questions related to the latest servoshell models. And we totally understand you! Literally every resident of the Dome dreams to try on such a technological and impressive costume. One of the most frequent questions: "What power source uses this miracle of engineering mind?"

The technology of the Forefathers helped us even here! To recharge the scientists of the Blue Wing have developed special stations that convert voltage into high power. Just a few minutes in those stations and the suit is ready to continue helping mankind in learning all about the incredible mysteries of the disappeared civilization!


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on October 08, 2020, 01:01:57 AM
New invention of Wesley Industries and excavation under the Dome
Wed, 7 October 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers, the latest issue of the CRONUS weekly is once again on your screens. In this issue you will learn how excavations under the Dome are progressing, about the new and incredibly useful invention of Wesley industries, as well as how the training program for new recruits is changing.

Compact harpoon from Wesley Industries

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The Dome is full of dangers, cliffs and high mountains. But what are you going to do if you notice an artifact of the Forefathers or a unique anomaly in the abyss? How do you get to it?

This is the question that Wesley company has answered with their new invention — a miniature harpoon. It is convenient, powerful, and most importantly — compact. The administration of CRONUS recommends it to any wasteland researcher.

Excavation under the Dome

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Despite the developed infrastructure of the Dome, excavations and other research do not stop for a day. Who knows what other mysteries and secrets have been left behind by the mysterious civilization of the Forefathers.

The hardest and most dangerous excavations under the Dome are carried out by the Orange Wing under the careful supervision of scientists. In case of emergency, the life of each employee is insured. Relatives and friends of the deceased will receive compensation at any CRONUS station under the Dome.

CRONUS training program

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During the study of relics, artifacts, anomalies and other technologies left by the Forefathers, CRONUS Corporation has collected a huge baggage of knowledge that has no analogues in the world. Even now we can say that the employees of the corporation are the best in their respective fields and have no equal.

The training program of the Black Wing deserves special attention. In two years, the recruits turned into well-trained and disciplined defenders of the Dome residents. All this is due to, perhaps, the best program of training and education for soldiers.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on October 10, 2020, 02:46:51 AM
Back to the roots. Forward to the brighter future!
Fri, 9 October 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear readers, this letter may seem familiar to you, even if you see it for the first time. After all, on your screens is the 50th-anniversary issue of the CRONUS weekly! Today there’s no news, just memories of the very first issue.

(ARCHIVE!) The opening ceremony of the Dome was attended by more than 10 thousand settlers

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On September 26, the Dome was opened for the first researchers. More than ten thousand settlers went to build a bright world of the future. There is a lot of work ahead, mysterious artifacts and supernatural anomalies will one day submit to the intelligence of researchers and will be converted for the benefit of mankind. We ask you to join us, too!

Comment from the present: Just imagine, not so long ago there were only 10,000 of us. Just imagine how much work each of us has done to create the largest world corporation, consisting of representatives of all nations. Together we are building the future for all humanity.


(ARCHIVE!) Bugs fixed

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The best minds of CRONUS believe that true mastery lies not in avoiding mistakes, but in correcting them in time. So our best specialists work tirelessly to improve the quality of life of each settler. Many errors and bugs have already been fixed.

Comment from the present: Since the release of this material, the management of the corporation has implemented three major infrastructure upgrades and many additional changes. Together we make our lives better!

(ARCHIVE!) More than 85% of the first settlers are satisfied with the quality of life under the Dome

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An independent user survey proved a high level of satisfaction with the living conditions under the Dome. 85% of users left positive reviews. CRONUS corporation is grateful and promises to maintain a high level of responsibility!

Comment from the present: And it was only the beginning! Even now, independent surveys under the Dome show 99.9% satisfaction with living and working conditions!

C.R.O.N.U.S. Weekly is not the only way to monitor corporation updates

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We hope you got the same nostalgia trip as we did and urge everyone to share materials about our projects on social networks in order to invite the best specialists to our team. In addition, subscribe to our social networks to be the first to know about project updates.

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Post by: Asid on October 17, 2020, 02:41:00 AM
New military inventions of CRONUS
Fri, 16 October 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Welcome, employees and first residents of the Dome!

On your screens the new issue of the "CRONUS Weekly". Today we will continue the section about amazing inventions and tell you about the latest and boldest novelties in the military industry.

Cryo Grenades Field Tests

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Wesley Industries once again proves that nothing is impossible, and takes on the implementation of the most daring ideas of the Black Wing. Until recently, ordinary privates only joked about miraculous freezing grenades, and today this weapon is ready for field use! A single accurate throw, and even a big squad cannot escape from the battlefield.

Hydraulic Power Gloves

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Hydraulic glove is another bold invention of the best CRONUS engineers. While everyone around the world has to rent expensive loading equipment, CRONUS employees can handle any medium or lightweight load with one hand. One person armed with such a useful item can replace up to three forklift trucks. All this became possible only thanks to relics and artifacts left by the Forefathers.

First Servoshell Concept

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You have already heard the accusations against CRONUS many times, allegedly in almost all our inventions there is an obvious military potential. But it's worth examining early blueprints to understand that rumors are clearly exaggerated. For example, servoshell was first introduced to the world as a means to handle heavy loads, and additional metal plates were only needed to protect employees during heavy and dangerous work.

Unfortunately, the Dome was not as hospitable as we thought, and all military prototypes were approved by CRONUS only to protect their employees.

See you under the Dome!


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Post by: Asid on October 24, 2020, 02:29:11 AM
The truth about labor and living conditions in CRONUS
Fri, 23 October 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Greetings, employees!

The latest issue of "CRONUS Weekly" is once again on your screens. This week we will dispel the fears of recruits about the harsh working conditions under the Dome, talk about the safety measures taken by CRONUS and plunge into the past, remembering what the first research bunkers looked like.

Dome and its inhabitants

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It is difficult to ignore how much the Dome has affected its inhabitants. Dozens of local flora and fauna have been transformed beyond recognition. And it is not only about appearance. Once harmless bugs became aggressive and cruel killers.

The CRONUS security service strongly recommends not to come into contact with any insects or animals. Immediately report your finding to the nearest control center, a group of specialists selected from the best employees of each Wing will visit the place immediately. Any mistake can cost you your life or at least your health.

Dangers when working with artifacts

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Mutated animals are not the only danger in the wasteland. Studying artifacts and relics is an even more dangerous but ambitious task. The mysterious objects left by the forefathers contain amazing and frightening secrets. But rest assured, you have nothing to be afraid of.

Each object is studied by the best minds of the White Wing. We use only the most advanced equipment, which has no analogues in the whole world. In case of emergency, there is always a squad of the bravest and most prepared fighters. They will definitely deal with any unusual problem.

If there is a place where you can safely explore all the wonders of an unknown civilization, it is exactly under the Dome.

First CRONUS bunkers

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Many residents won’t even remember what the land under the Dome looked like just a couple of years ago. New recruits are surrounded by high-rise stations, high-tech laboratories and training grounds. It is hard to believe that previously there were only small bunkers with minimal equipment.

The infrastructure of CRONUS has grown to such a high level only thanks to the hard work of the first settlers and the technology of the Forefathers! Right now every employee has almost unlimited access to the best benefits of CRONUS and can confidently call the Dome their new home.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on October 30, 2020, 02:32:39 AM
Trick or treat. Halloween under the Dome.
Thu, 29 October 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear readers! The latest issue of the CRONUS weekly we’ll dedicate to Halloween! We will tell you how the holiday will be celebrated by the international team of the CRONUS Corporation and what was the most popular costume last year. We will also share an invitation to the mysterious Ancestors Festival that was organized by our friends outside the Dome.

Costume party!

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Halloween is so close! It's time to dust off the creepiest suits and masks to go scare friends and neighbors. Celebrate in an ominous, funny or unusual way at a costume party organized at your station!

By the way, last year the most popular costume was of a desert raider, more than 95% of participants came in this appearance. And this is smart, because it is always worth keeping a humanoid form, to not provoke the defense systems of the Corporation.

*The CRONUS administration reserves the right to have a detailed inspection of any costume at the celebration in order to avoid entering of unexplored life forms on the territory.

Ancestors festival

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Not only the Dome is famous for thematic parties. People around the world are celebrating this event. So our friends from a friendly corporation decided to celebrate Halloween with a special festival.

On October 29, the first seasonal event in the history of Against The Moon, the Ancestral Halloween Festival, is waiting for all of us. Get ready to meet new enemies and fight in a completely new type of battles, puzzles. A new story campaign, unique Pumpkin opponents and exciting battles with the strongest monsters await you.

Nine cards, dozens of options for the outcome of events are at your disposal and there’s only one winning combination!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1039480


Which costume to pick?

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It is easy to stand out from the crowd with original outfits, the main thing is attention to details. Despite the simplicity of execution, there is something frightening in this predatory look of the beast. Cunning, deviousness and keenness — these are the qualities most often attributed to foxes. Do you think it's just a great costume or a true soul expression through a suit?


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on November 06, 2020, 01:52:44 AM
Factions that divided the Dome — Encased RPG Development Update #12
Thu, 5 November 2020

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https://youtu.be/8MSAoVuWvO0


Dark Crystal Games is returning with the latest Encased development update.

Today we will tell you about the forces that took power under the Dome after a mysterious incident.

Factions are an important part of the game and will have a huge impact on the story and adventures of the protagonist.



Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on November 07, 2020, 03:31:13 AM
Feature film «Factions that divided the Dome»
Fri, 6 November 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Welcome, dear employees and subscribers! In the latest issue of "CRONUS Weekly" we will tell you about interesting and promising vacant positions, share a new feature film and tell you about other creative feats of talented employees.

Feature film «Factions that divided the Dome»

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The CRONUS management has repeatedly expressed its support for the creative initiatives of its employees. Today we are pleased to present the feature film "Factions that divided the Dome". The plot of the film will tell you about the importance of having one centralized management system. Without strict control, the society would be plunged into chaos and endless war for power.

Before starting your work, CRONUS strongly recommends that you read the list of allowed topics in advance. Otherwise, the Committee may impose a ban on your film production at any time.

Manager of Cafe or Gas Station

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*Roadside Picnic is a transshipment point, as well as one of the most popular facilities under the Dome.

Don't worry that you might not have enough qualifications to work at CRONUS. Especially if you have difficulty finding a job in the outside world. Now all this is in the past for you.

Administrator of a transshipment point is one of the most popular positions under the Dome, for which neither experience nor additional education is needed. The northern and eastern parts of the Dome are covered with a developed network of highways with related infrastructure: cafes, motels and, of course, gas stations.

Right now there are more than a dozen and a half gas stations, but the CRONUS management expects to increase their number to 50 within two years. So, if you have been dreaming of your own nice place for a long time, then immediately go under the Dome. You will not find a more promising place in the whole world.

Prohibited topics for creative endeavors

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Today we managed to get a picture of one of the paintings, confiscated from employees, called "Maze of Death". We support creative freedom, but we strongly recommend avoiding propaganda of violence. Just look at this "work of art" and imagine what is going on in the author's head. By the way, all his "masterpieces" have already been confiscated and he was taken to the medical center for psychological examination.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on November 14, 2020, 12:05:29 AM
Scanner, bolts and equipment. Essential items under the Dome.
Fri, 13 November 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Once again the latest issue of "CRONUS Weekly" is on the screens of your terminals! This week we will tell you about basic necessities under the Dome. CRONUS Corporation cares about the well-being and safety of employees, that’s why these items are provided to the rookies absolutely free of charge.

Scanner CAERUS

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Right now tens of thousands of people are working at the facilities of the corporation under the Dome. They conduct dozens of scientific expeditions daily, study relics, build modern security facilities, scientific complexes and residential buildings for employees.

Scanner is the main tool for collecting valuable scientific data, as well as a favorite "toy" of the White Wing. After scanning, all data about relics, corpses and mechanisms are synchronized with the common database. We invented a unique way to collect the most accurate scientific library in the world!

Bolts

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It is difficult to find a person under the Dome who does not have a pair of metal bolts in his pockets. Who would have thought that the best way to neutralize anomalies would be these little helpers. One good throw, and you have just a few seconds at your disposal for safe passage through a terrible anomaly.

Rookie equipment

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In addition to technical equipment, each rookie receives combat equipment and personal weapons corresponding to the Wing of the Corporation. Of course, not everyone is allowed to own firearms or energy weapons. But even beginners from the Orange Wing are entitled to self-protection equipment. To get everything you need, immediately after arrival, visit warehouses and talk to Sydney Maynard and Margarita Tkachenko.

Note: Due to the cost optimization, it was decided to remove the headgear and gloves from the issued set. But you can buy them separately from Sydney's warehouse.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on November 21, 2020, 03:27:32 AM
Tours under the Dome. Combond — universal currency of CRONUS
Fri, 20 November 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Once again on the screens of your terminals is the latest issue of "CRONUS Weekly"! This week we will continue our tour under the Dome, tell you about one of the most famous observation decks and share information about new advertising opportunities. You also expect a review of Combonds — the universal currency of CRONUS.

Nashville Observation Deck

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The observation deck is one of the most interesting places on the Nashville site. All the most important equipment is installed here: ventilation shafts, meteorological sensors and radio system. The site itself, for the most part, is an image project: here, at a height of 96 meters, binoculars are installed, through which you can view most of the Dome in the smallest detail.

If on duty you are directed to Nashville station, be sure to visit this place and enjoy the stunning view.

CRONUS Advertisement Billboards

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The infrastructure of CRONUS is growing as fast as ever. This is no longer just a small base for artifact research. It is a whole ecosystem of security objects, scientific complexes, residential buildings and transshipment points. Exclusive billboards of the corporation are installed almost everywhere. They will be the best solution to promote your products under the Dome.

If you are interested in this offer, be sure to contact a Silver Wing representative from one of the terminals. Hurry up, the number of billboards is limited.

Combond — Universal Currency of CRONUS

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We are often asked how much does a Dome ticket cost and how much money they should take with them.

Once under the Dome, you should forget about the money in general. Anyone can get under the Dome by filling out the application form of a CRONUS candidate. Thanks to the "Clean List" program, it is available even for people with a difficult past.

Combonds are universal currency developed by the CRONUS committee. There is no point in worrying about your financial situation anymore. Each employee of the corporation receives a fair salary corresponding to their work and can spend this money at their own discretion on new equipment, clothing and entertainment.

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Post by: Asid on November 28, 2020, 02:01:48 AM
Is it possible to get out from under the Dome?
Fri, 27 November 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Good day, dear subscribers and residents of the Dome! In the latest issue of "CRONUS Weekly" we will try to shed light on one of the main mysteries of the Dome, talk about the career consequences of your decisions, and also visit the backstage of one of the main objects under the Dome.

Is it possible to get out from under the Dome?

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Unfortunately, even our editorial staff is not ready to answer this question unambiguously. Information about the influence of the Dome on living organisms is strictly classified. But we managed to discuss the most popular theories with anonymous sources.

The Dome is selectively permeable. Inorganic objects leave it through a single hole at the highest point. Any living creature that attempts to return — dies immediately. Some believe it is the atmosphere, others believe in the conspiracy of the CRONUS committee. But these are just rumors, not supported by any evidence. We continue our research and are sure that we will be able to solve this mystery of the Forefathers very soon.

Cable Railway of CRONUS

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CRONUS objects are amazing with their scale. At the very beginning of research, a stable system of delivery of artifacts, relics and employees seemed to be a fiction. But CRONUS is designed to solve complex problems.

Crystal Sands city, standing at the foot of the Dome, and the Spire station are connected by a line of passenger and cargo funiculars. Specially equipped cabins run along the line laid directly on the surface of the Dome. They transport employees and cargo of the corporation. This unique system works 24/7 and without the slightest delay.

Reputation in CRONUS

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Over the last week, petty crime and hooliganism have become more frequent under the Dome. A group of employees is suspected of vandalism, gambling and other offences. We are looking into this right now and will soon be ready to give the names of those responsible.

We remind all employees to uphold discipline and order. Only this way you can achieve success and career growth under the Dome. Each of your actions will certainly be recorded in your personal file and will have an impact on your future career. We advise you not to spoil your relationship with key employees or make mistakes that could darken your bright future.

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Post by: Asid on December 05, 2020, 02:21:38 AM
The first mega-anomaly under the Dome
Fri, 4 December 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY


Good day, dear subscribers and residents of the Dome! In the latest issue of "CRONUS Weekly" we will try to shed light on one of the main mysteries of the Dome, talk about the career consequences of your decisions, and also visit the backstage of one of the main objects under the Dome.

The first mega-anomaly under the Dome

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Please welcome the first mega-anomaly found under the Dome. Scientists of the White Wing attributed it to the heat type. The influence of such anomalies extends over a vast territory. When you encounter such an anomaly, do not come into contact with it at any cost, the consequences are extremely unpredictable. The anomaly is still poorly studied and is under 24-hour supervision of CRONUS scientists.

Anomalous protector

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Each resident of the Dome at least once was in the anomalous zone. In such places, literally all the equipment goes crazy or breaks. To learn how to deal with the effects of anomalies, our editorial staff went to the heart of one of the anomalous zones — Roadside Picnic.

Aaron Melville, manager of the gas station, said that it is possible to deal with the harmful effects of anomalies with a simple homemade device. You only need improvised resources and a "Brass Apple" relic. The resulting device works thanks to the principles of electromagnetic induction. Melville himself calls it the Anomalous Protector, it creates a special field around itself that removes the harmful effects of anomalies.

С12-Nashville Object

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Nashville is the true embodiment of the Dome. Here employees daily encounter the most incredible wonders of the Forefathers.

Everything here is based on the latest science breakthroughs, the elevators never get stuck, the guards are polite and competent and the walls are so thick as if made to withstand an atomic bomb. Is it worth even mentioning the record number of surveillance cameras? Thankfully, they don’t need them that much, because no crimes have been reported in Nashville, ever. If you are looking for a place to go for a quick career ladder, this is where you should go.

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Post by: Asid on December 12, 2020, 01:59:11 AM
Happiness under the Dome
Fri, 11 December 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Good day, dear subscribers and residents of the Dome! In the latest issue of "CRONUS Weekly" we will turn away from the achievements of science and discuss simple human happiness. You often ask us whether relationships between employees are possible, should you have children, and if there are schools under the Dome. We have some surprising answers ready for you!

Relationships between employees

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The Dome has brought together the best of humanity. The greatest scientists, the strongest managers, the most talented engineers, and the finest disciplined security personnel work here. In this unique collective, everyone has a great chance to meet a person, communication with whom grows into something more than just respect.

Management of the corporation does not block personal relationships between employees involved in various projects. Only the approval of the superiors is required. By the way, moving under the Dome is possible not only for singles. Married couples who fit the requirements for the corporation's employees can count on a joint relocation to the Dome!

*Non-coordinated relationships may result in administrative penalties, demotions, and transfers to remote Dome infrastructure facilities.

Kid in every house

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One of the main mysteries of the Dome is human infertility. The residents of the Dome simply can't have a child for yet unknown reasons. Scientists suggest many theories, but none have yet been confirmed. We are sure that no child has ever been born under the Dome. Besides, corporation rules prevent children from being transported under the Dome. There are no schools or kindergartens here.

Does this mean that family happiness under the Dome is impossible? Of course not! Blue Wing engineers have designed unique robots capable of imitating children and teenagers. The machines take on their desired appearance and live with their parents just like normal children. No teenage nihilism, difficulties of growing up and puberty, only pure joy of parenthood!

*The project is in its final testing phase. You must apply at your nearest Silver Wing department to participate.

Remove kitchen slavery

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Living conditions under the Dome are one of the best in the world. Hours of cooking food after work, washing dishes, doing laundry, sweeping, and cleaning are all a thing of the past here. The CRONUS Corporation has created all conditions for the happiness of its employees.

Buffets and cafes take care of catering. Here everyone will get a full meal filled with all necessary vitamins and microelements for a modest fee. It will not only be to your liking, but also help to maintain an ideal shape. And a centralized daily cleaning of the accommodation will free up your leisure time for personal research.

*The conditions of accommodation in the Orange Wing may differ from the public offer, check the details with the regional manager of the Clean Slate program.

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Post by: Asid on December 18, 2020, 01:58:23 AM
Amazing inventions under the Dome
Thu, 17 December 2020

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers, in this anniversary edition of the “CRONUS Weekly” we will present the outstanding inventions developed under the Dome. Thanks to technology left behind by an unknown civilisation, CRONUS is able to provide the entire world with innovative devices that will make our planet even better and safer.

Psi-Katana

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Psionics are one of the most amazing, and yet least understood, phenomena of the world under the Dome. Every day, the best scientists find new ways to use these abilities for the benefit of humanity. After careful research and long experiments, the Blue and White Wing experts managed to channel the mysterious energy into a melee weapon.

Thanks to them you can currently see the first Psi Katana. This is just the beginning. Imagine the potential!

“Shiroyama” energy pulse rifle

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The rifle is a masterpiece of energy weapons. It was designed by the best engineers, using advanced military technology. It is unique in its power, both inside and outside the Dome. Mass production has been delayed for security reasons. It's currently the one-of-a-kind piece.

Jetpack

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One of Blue Wing engineers' most coveted inventions, coming to us from scientists' greatest fantasies. Every day, jetpacks help us make scientific discoveries and explore inaccessible terrain. The most valuable relics and artifacts are hidden in anomalous caves, crevices on steep mountains and underground labyrinths. Reaching them would simply be impossible without a jetpack.



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Post by: Asid on December 19, 2020, 11:37:51 PM
Encased is joining Koch Media
Fri, 18 December 2020

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From the very first day of development, Encased was a completely independent project, funded by our own money and the incredible support on Kickstarter. After receiving many offers we are fortunate enough to be able to cooperate with Koch Media. This partnership will secure the best possible publishing partner support from the whole Koch Media group while guaranteeing us the complete creative freedom to design the game we want and promised to you. We will put all our combined efforts behind the goal to make Encased a unique and truly amazing gaming experience on PlayStation 4, Xbox One as well as PC.

Koch Media will publish Encased within one of its labels. We will share more news on this subject at a later date. For now, the important information for you, our fans and backers is simply, we Dark Crystal Games will maintain full creative freedom and receive the necessary resources to make Encased even better, more interesting and friendly for players. The Koch Media family will support us not only with the group’s full publishing power but sharing insights on global development and releases.

Thanks to the support of Koch Media each character under the Dome will get its own voice — the game will get a full professional voice over, including the environment, dialogues and story inserts. We will be able to work even more carefully on each and every corner of the world, expand game mechanics and available game content. We will translate Encased into additional languages and the full version of Encased will be released simultaneously on PC and consoles! Unfortunately, we will need extra time to add all this to the game. But we are absolutely sure that the end result will not disappoint you.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us since the very first concept art. See you soon under the Dome!

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Post by: Asid on December 19, 2020, 11:45:01 PM
Encased content patch #4 is coming on December 21st
Fri, 18 December 2020

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Time for another great news. We are working tirelessly right now and will release the fourth Early Access update on Monday! We are sure you will like it, it will make the gameplay more interesting and convenient.

On December 21 prepare to return to the updated world under the Dome, meet fresh heroes and take part in new adventures.

More details on the release day. See you soon under the Dome.

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Post by: Asid on December 23, 2020, 02:24:16 AM
BIG ENCASED PATCH: NEW ENEMY AI, NEW INTERFACE AND NEW COMPANIONS
Tue, 22 December 2020

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We really wanted to release Encased this year, but we postponed it due to the introduction of new content and full voice acting. The game has increased in size, and we need time to tweak and polish it. We're releasing this patch to delight you before the final push, and also because we appreciate your participation, feedback, and help.

The development wasn’t easy. Three years of work, a large project, and a coronavirus pandemic awaited us. We switched to remote work back in the spring, some of our employees got sick, and some of them even ended up in hospital. Still, we made it: most of the work on the main storyline is complete, the game brought together an active and friendly community and the team welcomed new great people. We also signed a contract with Koch Media! They will help us finish Encased and make it a really good game.

This partnership will allow us to remain who we are and do what the studio was created to do — develop exciting games focused on the wishes of players, not on analytics, monetization and PR. All the work related to quality control, publishing and promotion of the game will be done by our new partners from Koch Media, we believe in their experience and professionalism, and we know that they will do a great job.

In the meantime, here's the last pre-release patch. After that, we're coming to the finish line to release the game you've all been waiting for!

List of changes by category

Story

Encased development is still in an active phase, but work on the main storyline is complete, and the game is fully playable, from start to finish. We want to keep the intrigue alive, and there will be no finale, as well as the second and third acts in the upcoming patch. But don't feel sad: we've added new companions, random encounters, and other important things.
•   We added two new companions: a crime fighter nicknamed Sparrow and a movie actor Cheerful Jack,
•   We added biography details and additional questions about the world, factions and other partners to personal companion dialogue,
•   Companions now have more context reactions,
•   Companions now react to other companions,
•   We added reactions to car theft in the prologue.


Gameplay
•   Skill cap increased to 150,
•   Changed the system of learning skills. Now skills are divided between 5 ranks. To unlock them you’ll need 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 skill points respectively,
•   Ability point mechanics removed,
•   Combined the "Stealth" and "Criminal" skill branches,
•   Rebalanced and refined perks: their total number increased to 79, significantly changed their influence on the gameplay,
•   Character creation menu now has pre-designed heroes available,
•   The character creation menu now allows you to add one of 15 optional traits to your character,
•   Reworked formulas for calculating base values of attributes and skills,
•   Active abilities of the skill "Psionics" are divided between 4 types of psi gloves based on one type of effects: electricity, freezing, fire or mental,
•   Anomalous zones were added to random encounters, affecting gameplay,
•   Devices: added jetpacks that allow you to move around the location,
•   Devices: added harpoons, allowing you to pull an enemy to you,
•   Devices: added different types of grenades,
•   Piloting: added abilities for servoshell,
•   Piloting: in some locations you can ride on electric forklifts, also added puzzles related to electric forklifts,
•   Piloting: added the plot-related ability to use cars in the prologue,
•   Improved support for stealth and non-lethal playthroughs.


AI

Enemy behavior in combat became much more advanced. Enemies now actively use items, abilities, and act within their specialization. The changes affected not only the "combat" AI: we introduced the first version of the crime system. Now NPCs react to the player's unlawful actions: you can no longer break into doors in front of guards and must use stealth. It is better to leave the scene of the crime as soon as possible: the injured character or just a random witness will immediately start patrolling the area and conduct their own investigation. If you are caught, civilians can call guards, who, however, can be intimidated or bribed.
•   Combat AI was redesigned and optimized: enemies actively use abilities, heal themselves and their allies, use consumables (tasers, alcohol, sleep grenades, stimulants),
•   The behavior of the enemies became more diverse and interesting, and all of them have specializations now,
•   Fixed errors with experience and fatigue gaining during non-lethal walkthroughs,
•   NPCs now react to crimes committed by the player. They can investigate what happened, change the faction's attitude toward the player, call guards, etc.,
•   Added a jail system in the settlements: the player's character can be imprisoned, can escape, etc.


Interface

We drew a new, beautiful interface that changed all old elements: the main HUD, the PDA (work is still in progress), the global map. The interface of the character creation screen, the combat grid, aiming, ability icons, and much, much more has changed. We got the most readable and user-friendly UI that allows you to focus on the story, exploring the world, leveling the hero and making tactical decisions in battle.
•   Reworked game screen interface,
•   Added ability to scale the main interface,
•   Redesigned difficulty choice interface,
•   Redesigned character creation interface,
•   Redesigned global map interface,
•   Reworked PDA interface — Abilities, Perks, Attributes,
•   Reworked PDA interface — Inventory,
•   Redesigned combat grid and aiming indicators,
•   Redesigned stealth interface,
•   Added option to disable camera shake.


Art

The game's graphics have improved significantly since early access, but we continue to work on the visuals, adding portraits, illustrations, icons, and other visual content to Encased.
•   We added a lot of unique portraits for characters, both for regular NPCs and story characters,
•   Added illustrations to random encounters,
•   Updated ability icons,
•   Faction equipment items for the characters of the first act are now displayed,
•   Added and replaced a lot of assets,
•   Changed, refined and optimized lighting on many locations,


Locations
•   We reworked some of the encounter locations: added new content and improved visuals,
•   Improved story locations.


Other
•   Added voiceover for story interactions in the prologue (Russian version only).


There's still a lot of stuff not included in this patch. We're actively developing controller support, directing the voice acting, tweaking and adding many of the little details that always make games more beloved and memorable. Encased is that kind of game for us, and we want it to be that way for you too.

We are very close to the end of development. Just a little more and the full version of the game will appear on Steam, GOG and consoles. Final release date will be announced a bit later.

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Post by: Asid on January 01, 2021, 11:28:12 PM
New Year, New Challenges
Fri, 1 January 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Greetings, dear subscribers. On the screens of your terminals is the first issue of the new year's CRONUS Weekly. We would like to congratulate you with the start of the fourth stage in exploration of the Dome and share our plans for the coming year.

Today we're talking about a new must-see movie, updated interfaces, and the latest inventions of Blue Wing engineers. We have an amazing year ahead of us!

The movie you can't miss!

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Dear employees and residents of the Dome! We have told you several times about the rich cultural life under the Dome and today we are pleased to announce the premiere of the exciting New Year's Eve post-apocalyptic sci-fi comedy "Goodbye 2020”!

The story of the not-so-distant future combines humor with a gripping post-apocalyptic thriller and elements of science fiction. Will the heroes be able to save the holiday in the pandemic conditions, confusion and the approaching end of the world? We will find out soon enough in all cinemas!

*All names and events are fiction, any coincidences are coincidental

New Year — New Stage of Research

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The holidays are behind us, which means that very soon CRONUS employees will return to the work they love. We have completed the fourth stage of infrastructure development. Now it's time to unlock all the secrets of the Forefathers. New jetpacks, vehicles, electric loaders, updated models of servoshells and weapons will help us in this!

If you haven't yet had a chance to try out all the new features for yourself, hurry back to the testing grounds and seek out the upgraded equipment. The possibilities of technology will blow your mind!

*Some technologies have not passed the final stage of testing. Using them, employees agree with all the risks.

New UI

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Have you noticed how much the interfaces of CRONUS personal and work terminals have changed? Our best engineers have gone to great lengths to make working on the Corporation's computers faster and more convenient. We relied on employee feedback to improve every detail, make the map more convenient, the buttons clearer, and the lists more readable.

Office work has never been so comfortable and attractive before!

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Post by: Asid on January 09, 2021, 03:19:15 AM
Expanding the armory
Fri, 8 January 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Greetings, dear subscribers. The latest issue of the CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Today we will tell you about new inventions and devices that have recently entered the arsenal of the corporation's employees. We have combined the main achievements of science and technology to solve the most complex and ambitious tasks facing the corporation's employees.

Compact flamethrower “Firebug”

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The standard flamethrower proved to be a powerful and reliable weapon, capable of repelling any danger. It had only one drawback: its sheer size and weight. Not every employee of the corporation could hold it in his hands. Fortunately the latest development of corporate engineers solved this problem. Meet the Firebug flamethrower. Just as powerful, but much smaller.

This little guy fits easily into any backpack and even an office worker can handle it. Its firepower is also amazing, you can incinerate multiple enemies in a matter of seconds. Don't forget the safety precautions, though!

Harpoon

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Another new product from CRONUS engineers is the harpoon. This compact device will help you to shorten the distance between you and your opponent in seconds. If you prefer melee weapons for self-defense, a harpoon can help you turn the tides of the battle and shorten the distance with your opponent as much as possible.

Cryo grenade

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Another long-awaited update to your arsenal are cryo grenades that can turn your opponent into a block of ice for cocktails in mere seconds. This incredible invention is made possible by the combination of technology found under the Dome and the genius of Wesley Corporation engineers!

Grenades deal cold damage and affect an entire squad of enemies at once. This type of weapon is extremely useful in the battle against the defense systems of the Forefathers.

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Post by: Asid on January 16, 2021, 02:33:46 AM
🚙 🧳 Adventures under the Dome
Fri, 15 January 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers and residents of the Dome, the latest issue of the CRONUS Newsletter is back on your screens! In this issue, we will tell you about the amazing explorations and adventures that await you under the Dome.

New map of the wastelands

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We’re introducing a brand new interface of the global map of the Dome! Now it's easier than ever to navigate in the wastelands. Even a newbie, going on a solo adventure for the first time, will be able to find a simple and safe route to any point.

Travellers have already tried out the new map and enjoyed exploring the new lands beneath the Dome. Now it's your turn!

*CRONUS administration reminds you not to visit the poorly explored regions of the Dome without permission.

Road network

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Since the early days of the Dome exploration, CRONUS Corporation has sought to provide convenient and safe travel throughout the wasteland. Currently the main infrastructure facilities are connected by convenient asphalt routes. And in remote areas there are gravel roads, suitable for trucks.

According to the Corporation's infrastructure development plan, very soon all areas will be covered with high-tech roads that’ll make travel perfectly safe and pleasant!

Roadside cafes

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What could be more enjoyable than a cup of good coffee on a long road trip? Especially for travellers, drivers and explorers, a whole network of gas stations has been built under the Dome, where they can not only gas up, but also relax in good company, have lunch and buy great hot drinks. The staff of the stations is always friendly and ready to tell many amazing stories about the Dome. Enjoy travelling in the most amazing place on earth!

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Post by: Asid on January 23, 2021, 02:10:02 AM
Making Life Under the Dome Better!
Fri, 22 January 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers and employees, the latest issue of the CRONUS Newsletter is back on your screens! Today, we're going to talk about fashionable new products, road conditions, and the level of safety in the currently built bunkers under the Dome.

Grab your hats before they’re gone!

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The CRONUS Corporation pays great attention to the needs of its employees not only in working conditions but also in the simple pleasures of life. It was at the request of the workers that fashionable hats with crocodile leather trim were brought under the Dome.

Now every employee can feel like a movie hero or a famous treasure hunter. However, remember, employees, while conquering new horizons, it is important not only to look spectacular but also to follow all safety protocols. The administration of CRONUS strongly discourages research teams from splitting up, rashly taking unknown artifacts, and using a whip in battles with the mutants of the wasteland.

Go off the road and leave your mark!

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This is exactly the way of life that CRONUS employees have adopted. It made it possible to build hundreds of buildings in just a few years of Dome research. The corporation did not stop there and paved high-quality, high-capacity asphalt roads between the sites. Now every employee can easily get to almost any point under the Dome and begin their important work for the benefit of humanity.

Safety comes first!

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Readers often ask us about security measures under the Dome, which is not surprising, since you can’t return from under the Dome. It's important for potential heroes of humanity to know that their lives are not in danger.

The entrance to each station is equipped with bunker steel doors, anti-personnel turrets and a special detoxification chamber. You can ee sure that not only mutants, but even bacteria will not get into your new home.

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Post by: Asid on January 30, 2021, 01:39:56 AM
☠️ Accidents at the Concord station
Fri, 29 January 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear employees! Once again on your screens is the latest issue of the "CRONUS Newsletter". The company management is concerned about the series of accidents that occurred at the Concord station. Deceased recruits will forever remain in our hearts. The station administration has prepared a detailed report on what happened and will tell how to avoid similar situations in the future.

Attention! Under no circumstances try to repeat the described situations, it’s really dangerous.

Five recruits fell out of the landing pod

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Descent is the first thing that awaits a recruit under the Dome. Landing pods are designed by humanity's best engineers and use the power of the most advanced technology. But even the most rugged mechanisms are not immune to the negative effects of anomalies and the weather of the Dome. If during your descent you notice a malfunction or hear a strange sound, report it immediately to the experts.

Don’t try to repair the capsule yourself, and it’s certainly not advised to kick the door.

Cremated alive

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No one could have imagined such an incident. One of the recruits was cremated alive in a coffin. The news horrified all employees of the corporation. It was all due to laziness and idleness.

Unfortunately, some employees avoid work by hiding from guards. Many have been caught near vending machines or in toilets, gambling their savings. But who would have guessed that one of the employees would try to hide from prying eyes in a real coffin? By no means repeat that unfortunate man's mistake. And don't ever slack on your job. Remember, together we are building a bright future, and everyone have an important role to play.

Illegal exit from the station

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When you arrive at the station, you'll see a lot of special equipment you couldn't imagine in the outside world. Each unit is accounted for and under the strict control of leading engineers. To operate a vehicle, you need to undergo special training. And to leave the station, you need a special permit. Never try to go AWOL or leave the station without permission. Automated security turrets will go off instantly and shoot both you and the corporation's equipment. You’ll die for sure and your relatives will be fined for property damage.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on February 06, 2021, 01:42:51 AM
Emergency weather report
Fri, 5 February 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers! Once again the latest issue of the CRONUS Newsletter is on your screens. A storm warning has been issued for the Dome this week. All employees are required to exercise extreme caution and avoid venturing into the wastelands. We don't yet know what the increased natural activity is related to.

Mysterious Artifact

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CRONUS Corporation has found an outstanding artifact. During another excavation at the Nashville Research Station, an artifact of impressive size was found. On the outside, it resembles a huge ball of energy. It is hard to imagine what opportunities it will open up to mankind. Perhaps it will help unlock the secrets of the forefathers and answer the most difficult science questions or maybe even become a source of inexhaustible energy. However, many scientists note the serious impact of the artifact on climate change. Our editorial staff will follow the progress of the research and keep you informed.

Increased abnormal activity

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The CRONUS Corporation is declaring a state of emergency due to increased anomalous activity. All employees are required to cancel expeditions and other planned outings until the situation improves. Do not count on high-tech equipment or protective suits. Even these can be destroyed in seconds by anomalies. Stay indoors.

Maelstrom went berserk

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Since the first days under the Dome, White Wing scientists have been observing one of the most mysterious anomalies — the Maelstrom. Until recently, it behaved quietly and stayed in one place, near the middle of the Dome. But after the discovery of a new artifact, the Maelstrom went berserk. It's too early to tell if these events are related. But one thing we know for sure, it's definitely not worth going near it.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on February 13, 2021, 02:33:32 AM
New dangers under the Dome
Fri, 12 February 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

This is our first issue since the mysterious incident. Communication with the outside world has been severed, but we are sure that we will be able to restore it very soon! And now it's time to face it: the world beneath the Dome has changed, and we'll tell you about the dangers the wastelands have in store for you!

Locations changed a lot

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CRONUS Corporation has found an outstanding artifact. During another excavation at the Nashville Research Station, an artifact of impressive size was found. On the outside, it resembles a huge ball of energy. It is hard to imagine what opportunities it will open up to mankind. Perhaps it will help unlock the secrets of the forefathers and answer the most difficult science questions or maybe even become a source of inexhaustible energy. However, many scientists note the serious impact of the artifact on climate change. Our editorial staff will follow the progress of the research and keep you informed.

Forefather tree

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The forefathers' relics are the only things that were not damaged after the terrible catastrophe. Many artifacts can give you incredible powers, while others can simply kill you. We managed to get a picture of the mysterious tree. Its body contains artifacts with the most amazing properties. But no matter how tempting the fruit may seem, we advise you to avoid the tree! After all, its every hole emits a poisonous gas that will kill you in seconds.

Fops

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No matter what disasters happen in the world, people are still the main threat. The Dome is no exception. Many different factions have formed here. On your screens is one of the Fops. If you see someone similar to him — run. Don't even try to negotiate with these madmen. They have no goal, they have no demands, all they want is chaos.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on February 19, 2021, 11:45:53 PM
The most sophisticated weapons
Fri, 19 February 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

It's been a long time since our connection to the outside world was severed. You probably already know that to survive in the wastelands you’ll need good weapons. But where to get them? Make with your own hands, of course! In this issue we have prepared a selection of the most unusual weapons that will help you to deal with almost any threat.

Disk Thrower

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It's hard to imagine the person who came up with this weapon. Many have found it to be unusually effective. Lethal discs do a lot of damage to any opponent, and the powerful ricochet shot mode leaves no chance for survival. But be careful, there's a great chance of hitting your companions!

After the collapse of the CRONUS empire there is a huge amount of unwanted spare parts left, you will have no problem with ammunition. A handful of metal, a couple of working batteries and any former Blue Wing worker will be happy to assemble your personal disk thrower.

Viper

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The next item is called the Viper. Believe me, it lives up to its name after every use. One light press and your enemies suffocate in a cloud of poisonous gas.

Poison gas is another resource you won't be short of under the Dome. The Tree of Forefathers, poisonous anomalies and who knows what else, they all spread deadly gas that can be used for the Viper. Don't forget to wear a gas mask, though!

Melee weapons

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If you can’t make a firearm yourself, then feel free to take anything that fits your hands into the wasteland. Clubs, sledgehammers, bats — all of them can save your life, or at least increase your chances of survival. One good swing and your enemies fly in different directions.
Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 16, 2021, 11:56:08 PM
New Residents of the Dome
Fri, 16 April 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

This week we escaped one of the most dangerous creatures under the Dome, found one of the forgotten warehouses with a batch of brand new Cronus jackets, and also found a great place to fish!

Devourer

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When it seemed that humanity had seen all horrors of the Dome, something unimaginable fell into the lens of our crew. A black obelisk, covered on all sides with human bodies. It seemed that this living mass wanted to say something, but all that could be heard were moans and illegible screams. Our journalist did not try his luck and ran away. Who knows, perhaps under the Dome there are still brave men left, who're ready to approach this nightmare.

Cronus Jacket

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Incredible luck smiled on travelers and fans of stylish equipment. In the wastelands under the Dome, a forgotten warehouse filled with brand new CRONUS leather jackets has been found. Now every traveler can buy one of those from many shops throughout the Dome. Stock up on combonds, people!

Perfect place to fish

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This past weekend, our editorial staff travelled extensively and found a true paradise under the Dome. Rocky coastline, relatively clear water, and no mutants or animals to disturb your vacation. We even kindly left a set of fishing gear here in case any of our readers happen to be there. Who knows, maybe you'll be able to catch not only fish for dinner, but also a useful artifact.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on April 25, 2021, 12:13:49 AM
Weapons under the Dome
Fri, 23 April 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

This week we'll tell you how to defend yourself in the wastelands under the Dome. We'll help you choose the best weapons and talk about the achievements of the brightest minds of mankind.

Boreas

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CRONUS engineers created the Boreas cryo-laser to capture hostile flora and fauna for scientific purposes. Most of these devices were lost because of the Incident. Only some models were saved thanks to the great leadership of the New Committee. Now every rich employee or just a lucky one can get their hands on this splendid weapon for one-on-one duels. Your enemy won’t be able to move at all!

Careful, explosives!

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Our surveillance cameras have detected a new anomaly in the behavior of the robokids. Everyone knows that many of them are out of control and attack humans at the first sight. But who knew that they could even explode in your face. This is a truly formidable foe, who doesn't even value their own lifes.

Improved Disk Thrower Ammo

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Carmine Heights engineers have improved the already deadly disc throwers. The projectiles are now faster and more visible, and most importantly, they can hit even more targets in one shot. If you're a lone wolf, the new disc thrower models were made just for you.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on May 19, 2021, 11:43:54 PM
Encased Development Update. The fifth Content Patch will be released on May 20.
Wed, 19 May 2021

Hello everyone, Dark Crystal Games is here again!

It's time to tell you about the fifth major content update for Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG. You will discover an expanded world after a mysterious Incident destroyed our way of life, and reduced the all-powerful CRONUS Foundation to rubble. Get ready for new adventures, locations, quests and enemies!

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For those who pefer watching over reading, you can find a video version of this announcement right here:

https://youtu.be/6uQnuLZigv8


Since the release of patch #4, we've continued to work hard. Encased is now very close to the final 1.0 release. We’ve been closely following your game reports and comments on our forums and social networks. With your help, we’ve compiled a list of everything that needs to be fixed. Thank you for your patience, and the awesome feedback!

We weren't planning on releasing a fifth patch, but we realized we needed this opportunity to sync up with the community, gather feedback, and issue a few last pre-release fixes. This will be the final update, patch #5. Encased is technically complete. Right now, we’re focusing on exhaustive testing and a last polishing pass.

 Read on....... (https://steamcommunity.com/games/921800/announcements/detail/3033716267134565190)

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on May 20, 2021, 11:46:50 PM
PRE-RELEASE ENCASED PATCH
Thu, 20 May 2021

NEW RANDOM ENCOUNTERS, REFINED ROLE-PLAYING SYSTEM, CRAFTING, AND CRIME SYSTEM
 
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This time we decided not to write a long text — just watch the attached video, where we talk about how the game has changed over the past few months:
 
https://youtu.be/6uQnuLZigv8


For those who are curious about all the changes in the game, we have prepared a detailed list.
List of changes by category
Locations

•   New locations in the southern part of the Dome
•   New location "Ash Forest"
•   New location “Chicken Corn Cafe”
•   New location "Coast"
•   New location "New Committee Outpost”
•   New arena for random encounters "Bunker”
•   New arena for random encounters "Sewers”
•   Optimized environment for locations

Random Encounters

•   Unlocked random encounters of the second story act

Craft

•   Updated item creation system
•   Items available for crafting are divided into categories
•   More crafting tables
•   New weapon upgrade system
•   Weapon enhancement system
•   Added ability to upgrade unique weapons

Crime System

•   Reworked the crime system
•   Evidence visualization added
•   Reworked the stealth system
•   Added timer visualization
•   NPCs can initiate an investigation
•   Merchants refuse to buy stolen goods
•   New crimes added: entering forbidden areas, grave robbing
•   NPCs react differently to the player's illegal actions. Fighters engage in combat, civilians call for help
•   Unlawful acts lead to reinforcements coming to a location from guards to military in servoshell armor
•   Killing everyone in the location causes necroids to appear

Story and Dialogues

•   Reworked playthrough for a character with low intelligence
•   Added books and journals to learn skills

Companions

•   Companion dialogues were expanded
•   Improved companion AI
•   Improved squad management system
•   Shared inventory for the player's squad

AI and Gameplay

•   Unprotected locations can be attacked by bandits
•   Opponents have properly configured stats, weapons, and auras
•   One time use items moved to the quick access panel
•   Fixed the progression of enemies' attributes and weapon powers.
•   Enemies are better at selecting position and targeting, using weapons, and using combat skills.

Role-Playing System

•   Fixed flaws in the skill system. The player can level up a skill up to 150 and get additional bonuses, which are added to the maximum value.
•   Added new skills
•   Fixed bugs in previously available skills

Other

•   Reworked sound effects
•   Minor visual fixes
•   Combat animations updated

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on May 29, 2021, 12:31:44 AM
The devil is in the details
Fri, 28 May 2021

CRONUS WEEKLY

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

Employees, we’ve been telling you about the innovations under the Dome for over a week now, and guess what? We're still not done! Today we're going to tell you what else every employee under the Dome might encounter.


New random encounters

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The southern part of the Dome has been opened for exploration to everyone, which means that dozens of unique and unexplored locations await adventurers. One of these locations will be an abandoned camp, full of life just a moment ago. Even the fire is still burning. What happened here? That's what you have to find out.



Suppressive fire


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With the change in the behavior of the Dome inhabitants, many seemingly useless skills have gained a second wind. For example, Suppression Fire. Each hit of this skill will slow down your target, which will help you catch up and finish off a fleeing enemy before he calls for help.

Neanderthal

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New Committee scientists have also discovered new traits that began to appear in employees under the Dome. For example, the trait "Neanderthal" will increase your damage in close combat, but in return you will have to say goodbye to pants and jackets, because Neanderthals do not wear them.


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on July 01, 2021, 12:36:04 AM
Small updates under the Dome
Tue, 29 June 2021

CRONUS Weekly

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

New week - new development news. Our team polishes the already available locations, as well as new ones and also updates and adds new art to the game. We're doing everything we can to make your adventure under the Dome this fall the most memorable experience :)

New Locations

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There's a funny story behind this location. It was originally planned as a random combat arena, but our level designers ended up doing it so well that we decided to turn it into a normal location. Pretty soon we’ll populate it with unique settlers with their own stories and quests. We really hope you’ll enjoy it!

Random Encounters

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Random encounters are a pretty big part of Encased and our team goes back to them almost every week. Right now there are already dozens of random story events in the game, and there will be even more in the full version.

By the way, you don't have to travel around the world map to see some of them. Sometimes a simple rest in the fresh air in the middle of the swamp or somewhere else is enough. By the way, who will try to find all the random events?

New artworks

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Do you recognize it? Yes, this is the Emulator Project Lab in Junktown. This art and many others will be added to the game very soon. Our artists put all their souls into the game and hope that you’ll notice it while playing the game :)


Encased community is the most important for us - we are going to follow up those closely for your feedback on the game.


Please Wishlist and click Follow to stay updated!


The game is still in the development so if you want to stay in touch on other channels than Steam you can follow us on social media and visit other cool resources with game updates information new artworks and lore pieces.

Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on July 11, 2021, 11:55:55 PM
Live world under the Dome
Fri, 9 July 2021

CRONUS Weekly

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

Today we want to talk a little bit about the world of Encased and how it reacts to player actions.

Reputation

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Factions under the Dome are living organisms that react to your actions and decisions. If you kill, insult, or steal something from a faction representative, be prepared that every faction member will now dislike you. Making friends with everyone is even harder, many quests take away reputation from one side and accrue it to the other.

High reputation will give you discounts on barter and other faction services, while a negative reputation can turn entire settlements of initially neutral Dome residents against you.

By the way, even if you follow only the main story, you will get to know each of them in one way or another.

Visuals and inhabitants of locations

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Have you repaired the power supply to the research center, killed the entire settlement, or done some other big deed? The world under the Dome will react. Players can check this right now by killing everyone at the "Roadside Picnic" location. Both before and after the Incident. The game will remember every move you make.

Crimes

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In Encased, players will have the opportunity not only to take needed items from corpses, but also to steal them from living people. The former owner will start looking for the stolen item after some time and will continue to do so for a week. All this time the item will have the status "stolen" and cannot be sold.

If the guards catch you red-handed, you can go to prison for a week, where every day the hero will be given food and water so that he will not die of hunger.



Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on July 16, 2021, 11:19:56 PM
Details of the Encased world
Fri, 16 July 2021

CRONUS Weekly

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

Today we want to talk a little bit about the small features of the game that we haven't written about yet.

Visual changes for weapons

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Weapon upgrades in Encased not only make them stronger, but also change their appearance. Even the most inconspicuous knife at the end of the game can turn into a formidable weapon, one cut of which can be fatal.


Trade window

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The barter window has changed beyond recognition to become more functional and convenient for players. So we share a new screenshot from the game interface. What do you think of the new look?


An unusual approach

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We'd like to focus again on dialogue options and problem solving. We've seen a lot of misconceptions that only good charisma will unlock additional dialogues, but that's not true. In the world under the Dome, every skill tree is important and will offer different ways to solve a problem. That way we provide the game with great replayability.


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Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on July 23, 2021, 11:39:42 PM
What are we doing right now?
Fri, 23 July 2021

CRONUS Weekly

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

Today we want to talk about exactly what our team is doing before the game's release this September.

Locations

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One of the most important parts of any RPG is the locations. Memorable, full of secrets, quests and enemies. Our team polishes both new ones that you'll see for the first time after the full release, and old ones that you've already visited. Even if you've seen everything in the fifth content patch, starting over will be just as fun as the first time!

Choices and their consequences

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The consequences of your actions are an integral part of our game. They’ll affect the ending (of which there are more than a dozen), as well as the other parts of the game. We recheck all the scripts, fix bugs, and add some new stuff to make you really think about every choice you make. World Under the Dome will remember your every move.

Replayability

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Encased is about 30-40 hours long. But that's only for one of the endings. Our team is working to ensure that players have a lot of opportunities to diversify the gameplay and time after time immerse themselves in the world under the Dome, discovering something new.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on July 30, 2021, 11:25:00 PM
What the full version of Encased has in store for players
Fri, 30 July 2021

CRONUS Weekly

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

Today we want to talk about what was added to our release build after the fifth content patch.

Encased will leave Early Access on September 7!

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Yes, you heard us right. The full Encased release date is September 7th. Mark the day on your calendars and get ready to explore the fully opened Dome in just over a month. Dozens of new quests, new story chapters, multiple endings, weapons, artifacts, and that's just the tip of the content iceberg, that’s awaiting you.

To brighten up your waiting time, we will continue to publish all the most interesting things from the Encased development.

New Artworks

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Our artists continue to add new and, most importantly, memorable pictures to the game. You'll see them while loading locations, as well as in text vignettes or even on posters in living rooms. We try to make the world as lively as possible, that is easy to believe and immerse yourself in.

Updated Combat System

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The combat system continues to change and get better, which is why we are so grateful for player feedback! Very soon the game will be more convenient, and most importantly, more fun. Everyone will miss a lot less now in battles.

Locations

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Today we want to show you another new location that you'll be able to visit at the game's release this September. It's much more vertical than the previous ones, which will absolutely affect your combat tactics.



Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 09, 2021, 11:59:45 PM
Unordinary ways of dealing with ordinary situations
Mon, 9 August 2021

CRONUS Weekly

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

Today we want to talk about how you can solve standard situations ih non-standard ways in Encased.

Jail

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Have you been caught red-handed and put in jail? You don't have to wait until the end of your prison sentence! Find a lockpick, unlock the door, and sneak past the guards! Freedom is yours! Also don't forget that only one member of your team is going to jail. The rest of the squad can also try to get their companion out.

Closed Doors

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You have a locked door in front of you and you don't know where the key is? Don't be in a hurry to reach for the lockpick, it might be much easier to just blow it up.

Tutorial

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This is the tenth time you've created a character and you don't want to go through the training again? We get it. Spice up your walkthrough and kill all the instructors! They can't give you tutorials if they're dead.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 13, 2021, 11:41:25 PM
How the community influenced the development of Encased
Fri, 13 August 2021

CRONUS Weekly

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

Today we want to talk about how feedback and creativity from players has changed our game.

Settlers under the Dome

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In Encased, players will choose between six unique companions, but did you know that Crump was created by one of the players? Crump is one of the profiles that players sent us through a special site right after the kickstarter campaign. Engineer Yuki Tetsunai was also added to the game this way.

Character creation and leveling up

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Balance is a tricky thing, so every content patch we monitored player feedback and made the changes we thought were necessary. There's probably not a single skill left in the game that hasn't been affected in one way or another by player feedback. We hope that our combined efforts will be noticeable at release, and that new players will have a much more balanced game to look forward to.

UI

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A user-friendly interface is one of the keys to success of any game. Players should intuitively understand what, where, and how to click for a particular action. Encased is a tribute to Fallout, but the interface doesn't have to stay the same as it was decades ago. Thanks to player feedback and gameplay clips, we've greatly improved the usability. Players no longer have to spend hours looking for the right button.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 20, 2021, 11:57:12 PM
Factions under the Dome
Fri, 20 August 2021

CRONUS Weekly

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Dear subscribers! Once again, the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

Today we want to talk about factions, how they came to be, who they consist of, and how friendly they are.

Before the Incident



CRONUS is an international organization created specifically for the study of the anomalous Dome. It consists of leading scientists from all over the world, as well as experienced soldiers, engineers, doctors, managers and handymen. The organization is divided into five wings, each specializing in their own field:

Black Wing - military
White Wing - scientists and medics
Blue Wing - engineers
Silver Wing - managers
Orange Wing - handymen

Access under the Dome for non-employees is strictly forbidden.

During the Incident



The incident, the details of which are still shrouded in mystery, nearly destroyed CRONUS, splitting it into dozens of groups, each of which simply wanted to survive. Employees caught in the middle of the Maelstrom turned into ruthless Fops, madmen killing everyone in their path.

Those more fortunate began to seek salvation by uniting into the most powerful factions of the post-apocalyptic Dome.

After the Incident



Carmine Heights, the Whirlwind Church, the New Committee, the Fops, the autonomous “Roadside Picnic”, and the Phalanx are the main political and military forces in the post-apocalyptic Dome.

Only the New Committee and the autonomous zone "Roadside Picnic" have been able to maintain the former structure of CRONUS. However, their views on life under the Dome are exactly the opposite. The Committee fights for absolute control, while Picnic is free-spirited and wants to obey no one.

The Fops are mad raiders. They enjoy chaos and destruction, and are mentally stuck somewhere at the level of children. They have no constructive long-term goals and live here and now.

Phalanx are no longer raiders, but not yet PMC. With all their might, they try to strengthen their position in the world under the Dome. Building firepower, reputation, and looking for a way to enter the big politics of the Dome.

Carmine Heights is a society of engineers built on the principles of rationalism and asceticism, which seeks to squeeze the most out of scarce resources. There are many rules: water and electricity consumption standards, a mandatory four-hour workday, a system of rewards and fines for misbehavior. It is an almost completely autonomous state.

Maelstrom Church was originally developed as a way to control the lower, superstitious part of the Dome's population, but after the Incident that severed communication with the outside world, the organization asserted itself in a new way. It's now a real church of the Maelstrom, with its own pastors and parishioners. And in its ranks are some of the strongest psionics and technological fanatics, which, together with the support of the general population, makes the church one of the strongest factions under the Dome.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 25, 2021, 11:14:42 PM
Trailers, Psychology and Awards under the Dome
Wed, 25 August 2021


Dear C.R.O.N.U.S. Employees,

We are happy to announce that Encased has been nominated for the Best Role Playing Game Award at this year’s gamescom!

If you want to check out the full list of Award Nominations, you’ll find it here:

https://www.gamescom.global/the-gamescom/gamescom-award/

And don’t forget to vote for Encased as the most anticipated game of Gamescom 2021!

https://www.surveymonkey.de/r/gamescomawardconsumerawards

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When a number of media outlets previewed Encased last month, we noticed that very few explored the more unique playstyles Encased has to offer. To find out why that was, we spoke with Dr. Rachel Kowert, who said:

“Our in-game avatars are often a means of experimenting with many possible ‘selves’, either as we are – our actual self – or an idealized version of ourselves. The characters we create in-game are very often closely related to who we are out of game.”


There’s also a personal development aspect to this too. Research at Stanford University's Virtual Human Interaction Lab found players who were helpful to NPCs in a video game were then more helpful to others in real life too. It’s called the Proteus effect and – yes – playing video games can make you a better person; other studies have produced similar results.

“There is an entire field of research looking at how digital role play in video games can impact how we think and behave out of game. For example, seeing a digital version of ourselves being successful in these spaces can become a catalyst for changing thoughts and beliefs we have about ourselves.”



Here you can watch our new trailer showing off some of the more unusual ways you can play Encased:

https://youtu.be/sGwZsKd8LAo


• Setting your intelligence as low as possible
• Not talking to anyone and being permanently in the shadows
• Being a pacifist and only using non-lethal weapons
• Acting like a serial killer


And if you want to learn more about Encased and the psychology behind how we play video games, take a look at this Interview between Gamereactor and Dr. Rachel Kowert here.


Remember: Encased comes out 7 September! Only two more weeks to go!

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on August 27, 2021, 11:19:50 PM
News from the other side of the Dome
Fri, 27 August 2021

CRONUS Weekly

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Dear subscribers! Here’s the latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

Today we want to talk about the news on the other side of the Dome and what awaits the Encased world in the coming weeks.

Gamescom 2021

https://youtu.be/cFNm-Ge0TlQ

All week our attention was concentrated on one of the main gaming shows, Gamescom 2021. And we were happy to be directly involved!

Even if the award for the best RPG this year escaped us, we are still grateful that we were placed together with such titans of the genre as Tales of Arise and Elden Ring.

By the way, let us remind you that we released a video about Encased's possible playthrough styles for gamescom. We recommend you watch it!

Upcoming release

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Employees: Encased is less than two weeks away from the full release and our team is working hard to make your first visit to the full version of Encased as enjoyable as possible.

The game has been translated into Russian, English, German, French, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese and Japanese. It was also dubbed in English and Russian. Undoubtedly, such an abundance of languages will allow many players to better immerse themselves into the atmosphere of post-apocalyptic Dome.

On 7 September you will be able to wipe out entire settlements, explore all the secrets of the Dome, learn psionics, meet the most unusual inhabitants of the wastelands and, of course, influence the lives of all the CRONUS employees.

Updated servoshell armor

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In anticipation of the release, our artists have updated all servoshell armor models!

In the days of CRONUS, only the best members of the Black Wing could get their hands on it, but the Incident changed everything. Now anyone can get their hands on this technology.

Find your own servoshell armor in the vast wasteland, and improve it over time. That, together with mastering the piloting skills, will make your hero a death machine.

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on September 07, 2021, 11:56:56 PM
Encased is out
Tue, 7 September 2021

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We are beyond thrilled to make this announcement: Today Encased - the game to which we have dedicated more than three years of our lives - will be released out of early access. It's hard for us to contain our excitement and describe how important this moment is.

We’ve been through the Kickstarter campaign, two years of early access, five content patches, millions of hours of early access playtime, hundreds of characters, quests, abilities, and items.

Ahead of us is a leap of faith into the final stage of the most desperate adventure of our lives!


Do you remember how it all started?

 Read on.... (https://steamcommunity.com/games/921800/announcements/detail/2957164587056468734)


Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on October 15, 2021, 11:58:16 PM
Encased roadmap!
Fri, 15 October 2021


CRONUS Weekly

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Dear subscribers! The latest issue of the post-apocalyptic CRONUS Weekly is once again on your screens. Can anyone hear us?

This week, we’ll be telling players what they can expect in the coming months. Short for time? In that case, here's a little road map of the Encased train.

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Halloween

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Employees: the scariest day of the year, Halloween, is coming. The world of Encased won’t be spared either. Employees will soon have to fight - to the death - with horrible creatures straight from your nightmares.

Defeat new enemies and receive a unique currency, which can be exchanged for new equipment and artifacts from a special merchant. We'll tell and show you more next week.

New Year Update

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New Year's Eve is the time for gifts and holiday festivities. Our team is also preparing a present for you. In December you can expect new random encounters on Ursula, as well as new content that’ll bring even more life under the Dome.

We're also always listening to what players want. Tell us what you'd like to see in the upcoming updates! We'll choose the most popular wishes and try to add them.

Patch 2

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Much of the second patch is still under the veil of secrecy, but we can tell you about some things now. In the second patch there will be a new game mode: Arena. There you will be able to hone your combat skills, try new weapons, team combinations and different builds.

More information will be revealed closer to the patch release. We hope you’ll enjoy it :)

Title: Re: Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Post by: Asid on January 14, 2022, 11:28:26 PM
CRONUS Weekly 2022
Fri, 14 January 2022


CRONUS Weekly

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Hello, we hope that you’ve had a fantastic New Year and are all set to venture under the Dome in the company of your faithful companions. Today's issue will be short but very important.

Development update

https://youtu.be/OSMvolpEFAc

We know we promised the patch in late December but unfortunately - due to technical reasons - we had to postpone the release until January. But this month we will definitely have new content waiting for you. The extra time of development allowed us to polish new locations and mechanics, as well as fix some bugs.

Can't wait to see what new content is waiting for you under the Dome? Then visit our Youtube channel. The latest episode of the development diaries is waiting for your viewers.

New locations and completely redesigned cars

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One of the main changes of the patch will be the new locations; the Fallen Fortress and the Mysterious Caves. Here you will find new enemies, equipment, treasures and mysteries of the wastelands.

And you will be able to drive away with those riches on completely redesigned transport: you can repair or blow up any vehicle under the Dome and these repaired cars can be used as a personal vehicle. There will be a place to park them in each location.

Additional settings

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Players with large monitors will appreciate the new contrast mode and the long-awaited ability to change the font size. You no longer have to strain your eyes to read any text again. Another change - which will please owners of gamepads - is that we fully adapted the interface and added support for hotkeys.

And we’re always in the market to hear your suggestions to improve the game; we’ll try to add what we can.