StarRupture Update 1 drifts into view with hints of faster travel, new zones, and untamed wildlife. But when is its release date? And, what all can you expect from the game’s first major update? We’ll answer those concerns (and more) as you continue reading!

StarRupture Update 1: Release Date

The wait is nearly over. Developer Creepy Jar has officially confirmed the StarRupture Update 1 release date will land on Thursday, April 9th! For now, check out the trailer for this update below: ?si=gM9eDmziAjFTjc29

StarRupture Update 1 Patch Notes (New Content, Features)

StarRupture’s first major update offers various new content, changes, and in-game mechanics. For instance, explore new regions with the larger map. Also, discover new unlockable zones and points of interest. Travel to these new areas faster than walking there on foot with the new Zipline. Also, upgrade certain functional buildings with the new Development Station to optimize your production lines to the next level. And these are just a few of the exciting additions to expect from Update 1, which includes:

• Increased Map Size with New Unlockable Zones & Points of Interest
• 2 New Resources
• New Feature: Zipline
• New Feature: Development Station
• 6 New Higher Tier Buildings
• 9 New Buildings
• New Feature: Wildlife
• New Expanded Corporation Levels & Rewards
• New production pipelines with over 40+ new items and recipes

How to Play StarRupture Update 1 via the Public Test Branch

Currently, Update 1 is available as a pre-release build on the game’s Public Test branch. Note that this branch is generally for testing purposes, so players should understand that some game-breaking bugs, errors, and other issues may exist. However, interested players can share their feedback on their experience with the unreleased content, features, and mechanics. That way, the patch should have fewer problems once the developer releases it on the Main Branch. If you’re interested in joining the StarRupture Public Test Branch to test this update and its offerings, here’s how to do it:

• Log in to your Steam account through the Steam app
• Navigate to your Steam game library, and right-click on StarRupture on the left sidebar
• Select “Properties” from the context menu, and navigate to the “Game Versions & Betas” tab
• Choose the “Public Test Branch” from the dropdown box
• Wait for Steam to download the update
• Click Play to launch the StarRupture, and experience Update 1 and its inclusions before anyone else