11 bit studios has released the December 8th Title Update for The Alters, which adds new free content to the game. This is something that all owners of the game will appreciate. So, let’s take a closer look at it.

The December 8th Patch introduces the Gamer’s Den. This new base module, designed by the Scientist, brings a little fun to your daily routine. Players will step inside the Gamer’s Den to play the new Card Game and lift the spirits of their Jans.

Moreover, this latest update adds a new side story. Players will solve the mystery with a new Noir-themed storyline in the Gamer’s Den, and take the role of Jan Detective.

Then we have a new Photo Mode. With it, players will be able to capture the perfect shot with new photo tools. They can play with lighting, angles, and composition to recreate their favorite scenes.

And that’s not all. The December 8th Patch for The Alters adds a new Save System. You can now save automatically upon exiting the game and during crucial story moments. We also get a new Relax Mode. This mode is for those who prefer to enjoy the story and exploration without worrying too much about survival mechanics or inventory management.

Finally, we get some new customization options. Players will now be able to redesign their base from top to bottom. They will be able to animate and personalize every module with new styles and set designs to make their base feel truly theirs. Plus, you will find some new Spacesuits. These new suit options will let you explore the planet in style.

Like always, Steam will download the December 8th Patch for The Alters once you launch its client. Below, you can also find its complete changelog.

The Alters December 8th Patch Release Notes

Updates Inspired by You

We received many requests to add these features to the game, and now we couldn’t be happier that you can finally try it by yourselves!

Relax Mode
We introduced a new difficulty option for those who prefer to enjoy the story and exploration without worrying too much about survival mechanics or inventory management.

New Save System
Saving just got simpler. You can now save automatically upon exiting the game, and during crucial story moments. Keep in mind that any saves from the open playtests in October will not transfer to the full game.

Introducing the Gamer’s Den

This new base module, designed by the Scientist, brings a little fun to your daily routine. Step inside the Gamer’s Den to play the new Card Game and lift the spirits of your Jans.

Card Game
Tested in our office kitchen and now fully available in the Gamer’s Den, this mini-game gives you a playful break from managing the base.

New Sidestory Solve the mystery with a new Noir-themed storyline in the Gamer’s Den, and take the role of Jan Detective.

Photo Mode

Capture the perfect shot with new photo tools. Play with lighting, angles, and composition to recreate your favorite scenes. And yes, Molly is always ready to strike a pose, Titanic recreations welcome.

Customize Your Gameplay

Base

Redesign your base from top to bottom. Animate and personalize every module with new styles and set designs to make your base feel truly yours.

Spacesuits

New suit options let you explore the planet in style. Watch reactions to the Molly, Frostpunk, and Death Howl suits. Let us know what you think about them in the comments!

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John is the founder and Editor in Chief at DSOGaming. He is a PC gaming fan and highly supports the modding and indie communities. Before creating DSOGaming, John worked on numerous gaming websites. While he is a die-hard PC gamer, his gaming roots can be found on consoles. John loved – and still does – the 16-bit consoles, and considers SNES to be one of the best consoles. Still, the PC platform won him over consoles. That was mainly due to 3DFX and its iconic dedicated 3D accelerator graphics card, Voodoo 2. John has also written a higher degree thesis on the “The Evolution of PC graphics cards.”
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