Demise of Nations Updates: Enhanced Editor, Modding Assets, and Bug Fixes Announced
October 05, 2025
Demise of Nations, the popular 4X turn-based grand strategy wargame that spans from the rise of Rome to the fall of modern civilization, has released a comprehensive update packed with improvements and bug fixes. This update aims to enhance gameplay, modding capabilities, and overall user experience.
Key Highlights
- Modernized Editor: The in-game editor has been streamlined for clarity, making it easier for players to customize their game experiences without losing any functionality. Additional utilities have also been added to support this enhancement.
- Modding Assets Integration: Modding enthusiasts will appreciate the inclusion of modding assets directly within the binary package. Players can now easily copy the mod/* folder to a separate directory for full customization.
- Password-Protected Games: Moderators now have the ability to set up password-protected games that are rated simultaneously, adding a layer of privacy and control for community-driven gameplay.
- Updated Translations: The latest translations have been added to enhance accessibility and immersion for players worldwide. Special thanks to the translation community for their contributions!
- Performance Improvements: Text rendering performance has been optimized, ensuring smoother gameplay across all devices.
New Features and Enhancements
In addition to the updates mentioned above, this release introduces several new features designed to enrich player interaction and management within the game:
- Enhanced Moderator Permissions: Moderators can now more effectively manage map approvals, ensuring a smooth and fair gameplay environment.
- Droid Billing Update: The Droid Billing system has been updated to version 8.0.0, alongside improvements to ProGuard rules to eliminate warnings and provide a cleaner user experience.
- Date/Time Validation: Enhanced validation processes now include stacktraces for incorrect date/time entries, aiding in quicker identification and resolution of issues.
Bug Fixes
The update addresses several critical bugs that affected gameplay stability and mechanics, including:
- Protector/Protectorate Mechanic Adjustments: To prevent abuse of the happiness system, the happiness adjustment for protectorates entering a relationship has been reduced from +15% to +3%.
- Moderator Permission Bug Fix: Resolved an issue where some moderators were unable to approve maps.
- Crash Fixes: Multiple crash issues related to research, division by zero errors, and troop selection have been resolved, ensuring a more stable gaming experience.
- Chess Engine Stability: A bug causing incorrect sorting of move evaluations in the chess engine has been fixed, preventing crashes during gameplay.
For further details about these updates and additional information, please visit the official announcement on Steam: Demise of Nations Update Announcement.
With these updates, Demise of Nations continues to evolve as a dynamic and engaging platform for strategy enthusiasts. Players are encouraged to explore the enhanced features and improvements, ensuring an even more immersive experience in their strategic campaigns across history.
