Bondaro recently released a video detailing the upcoming changes to the popular game, Pax Dei. The update, titled Proving Grounds, is set to release on November 5th, 2024.
Key Changes in Proving Grounds
- Crafting and Building:
- Overhauled crafting system to better align with resource progression and professions.
- Introduction of the Bronze Age before the Iron Age.
- Simplified early-game crafting for leatherworking and tailoring.
- Easier access to early-game magical equipment.
- Improved recipe unlocking system for a more balanced progression.
- Enhanced inventory management with the ability to move entire stacks of items.
- New building components: curved beams and decorative vines.
- Resource Gathering:
- Streamlined resource gathering process with one-click harvesting.
- Improved mining and woodcutting mechanics.
- Skill-based resource gathering, with higher skill levels increasing efficiency and quality.
- New hunting skill that affects the quality of processed materials.
- Loot System:
- Modified loot rules to prevent “ninja looting”.
- Clearer loot distribution based on damage dealt.
- Limited access to high-value items like Elder and Adamantite.
- Magical Equipment:
- Three new easily obtainable magical items.
- Redesigned high-end magical equipment.
Community Feedback and Future Plans
The developers have acknowledged community feedback regarding recycling and tree regrowth. While recycling is planned for a future update, tree regrowth is a more complex issue that will be addressed later.