As of March 13, 2025, Instruments of Destruction has received several notable updates enhancing gameplay and introducing new features:
Recent Updates:
- Version 1.1 Release: Launched in late January 2025, this update focused on refining vehicle controls and introducing new customization options. A significant addition was the “Direct Rotation (Gyro)” feature, offering an alternative method for rotating vehicles towards target orientations, enhancing stability and control. Additionally, character portraits were introduced to display images during character interactions, aiming to enrich the narrative experience. steamcommunity.com
- Grass and Rock System Enhancement: In early March 2025, a development update highlighted the completion of the first pass of a new grass and rock system. This GPU-driven system enhances visual fidelity by adding interactive elements to the environment, making the terrain feel more integrated with the game’s destruction mechanics. store.steampowered.com
Upcoming Features:
- Expanded Missions and Vehicles: Plans are underway to introduce new enemies, obstacles, and missions, aiming to diversify gameplay. This includes adding turrets, combat orbs, missile strikes, and various combat-centric islands. Additionally, more vehicles with unique capabilities are being developed to offer players a broader range of destructive tools. steamcommunity.com
- Console Support and Control Enhancements: Efforts are being made to enhance control customization and add full gamepad support, especially for console versions. This includes making the game’s controls fully customizable and adding full gamepad support in menus and vehicle building, aiming to provide a seamless experience across different platforms. steamcommunity.com
For the latest news and updates, it’s recommended to follow Radiangames’ official channels on Twitter and monitor the Steam Community discussions for ongoing developments.
