Just like the previous update, version 1.5.11 of Liftoff introduces a range of enhancements and bug fixes. All these improvements were made based on player feedback, and we're grateful for your ongoing input!

• Added: Camera angle synchronisation in multiplayer while spectating.
  
• Updated: Loading of certain assets should go faster, resulting in faster loading times of maps on systems with slower drives.
  
• Fixed: Multiplayer drone spawn issue where an active player wouldn't have a drone assigned, which could result in black screens when spectating that player.
  
• Fixed: In multiplayer infinite race, it no longer shows a message if the player jumped first in the ranking without having a time set.
  
• Fixed: Drones in multiplayer now spawn at the right location so that they don't appear to glide for a fraction of a second.
  
• Fixed: Several scroll views on Windows and Linux that were extremely slow.
  
• Fixed: Bando City environment collisions with trees.

Ticking off a series of items on our list, version 1.5.10 is all about some essential quality-of-life enhancements. We appreciate your valuable feedback and bug reports, these make all the difference!

• Fixed drone respawn issue in multiplayer free flight and infinite race for other players. This may also fix some black screen issues if the player was spectating this particular drone.
  
• Fixed main menu or level loading issues where it was trying to show or use the DJI FPV drone while the parts were not available.
  
• Fixed issue with the race checkpoint markers jittering when using the Fisheye lens effect.
  
• Fixed issue with the race checkpoint markers lagging behind the camera's movement.
  
• Fixed issue where the camera would seemingly spawn for a fraction of a second in a remote location of the map before being properly assigned to a drone.
  
• Fixed issue with temporary drone settings being carried over when switching drone setups in-game, e.g. camera angle and flight mode.
  
• Fixed issue with toggling the Fisheye lens effect from the in-game game options menu.
  
• Fixed issue where the leaderboards wouldn't properly load in the multiplayer game lobby when a race from the Steam Workshop was used and the player still had to load in the data.
  
• Fixed issue where it would sometimes try to save an empty flight recording.
  
• Fixed several third person camera issues.
  
• Fixed several missing French and Ukrainian translation entries.

Lets celebrate this wonderful time together in our 4 weeks in-game holidays event.

Discover each snowman nestled in a single Liftoff level during this event to unlock the enchanting "Snow Spotter" achievement!

May your days be merry and bright.

Ending the year with flair: a new frame, enhanced multiplayer, an awesome tournament, and thrilling experiments!

• Added a "special" version of the popular TanQ frame by Let's Fly RC.
  
• Updated the multiplayer to support 8 players in a game.
  
• Updated the multiplayer network activity to be more efficient and adjust dynamically based on the amount of active players.
  
• Updated the multiplayer so that players experience less loadings and down time.
  
• Multiplayer game settings can be updated while in-game by the game's host, and players will reload directly into the game's updated settings without having to go back to the game's lobby.
  
• In multiplayer, the new game settings window also shows the game's chat window so that the host can discuss the changes.
  
• In multiplayer, players can select their drone setup while in-game. For Classic Race and Dropout Race, the drone setup can be changed in the finish screen.
  
• In multiplayer, the Classic Race and Dropout Race game modes no longer require the host to start the game and can now be started by any player.
  
• Updated multiplayer infinite race game mode to stall Liftoff Pro experience events until the player resets the drone as to not disturb or interrupt while flying.
  
• Updated the drone HUD in multiplayer spectator and in replay to show the drone's speed and altitude as well as the horizon axis.
  
• Updated the content layout to optimize freeing memory when leaving a level.
  
• Added A.I. opponents for the official Permafrost races.
  
• Added a build identifier in the game version to the main menu.
  
• Added Ukrainian translation for the new tutorial. Thank you SBT Localization team.

Let's Fly RC wanted one thing out of his new frame more than anything else, and that's for it to survive any and all damage. Of course, we all know nothing does that better than a tank. This new frame is made to be the most rugged you could find, and it succeeds. The TanQ in Liftoff is extra special, because it presents the first look at the brand new version 2 of the frame. Try it out in Liftoff first!

"Somebody said something to me today at kwads and coffee when I was talking about the release of the TanQ in Liftoff. They joked that God mode should be the default setting because the TanQ is indestructible! Found it hilarious! " - Let's Fly RC



It's been thrilling witnessing our top pilots in action at the monthly Dquad Fixation tournament. Chapter 4 was exceptionally exciting! Take a look at the results.



Finally, let's talk mixed reality! Always on the lookout to offer our Liftoff drone simulator experience in new ways, we're thrilled to present our initial proof-of-concept demo video for a potential Liftoff XR experience designed for Meta Quest 3.



While in the past we stayed away from building a VR experiences, with the latest full color pass-through features, it's evident that the technology is now primed for some exciting FPV adventures! 🙂
We'd love to know if you are interested! Should we make this available for everyone to try?

As we near the end of Fixation Tournament - Chapter 4, we invite you to secure your spot on the leaderboards, as there's only a few hours left! For some inspiration, check out our review video of Chapter 3, highlighting its thrilling moments and gameplay.



Check out more tournament videos and monthly interviews with some of our best participants here!

Once more, this tournament is brought to you by our partner, Dquad! Exciting rewards await those who secure top positions on the leaderboards every month.



If you're taking part and eager to share your tournament experience, be sure to reach out to us. You could be our next featured guest in a video!

On Halloween, the spirits fly,
Jack-o'-lanterns light up the sky


Deceive the sinister pumpkins into offering you their treats in a single eerie realm during the cursed Halloween event to unlock the coveted "Trick or Treat" achievement. And if you want to achieve this in the most diabolical way, make sure to don your sinister Halloween Talon skin and venture into the chilling Night Fever DLC levels!

May your hunt be riddled with horror!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1020100/Liftoff__Night_Fever/

The Fixation Tournament (learn all about it here), generously sponsored by Dquad, is an absolute blast! The daily showdowns among the elite Liftoff pilots keep us on the edge of our seats!

Join us for an exhilarating Chapter 2 review, as we delve into the race results, engage in conversations with Revu, and celebrate once more the victor of both Chapter 1 and 2 GMAN.

It's here! Permafrost introduces a cool and refreshing experience to Liftoff; one of the largest and most immersive environments to explore within our simulator to date. For those who had the chance to test Permafrost on the Experimental Branch, you'll be pleased to discover numerous enhancements, including improved optimizations, refinements of existing locations, and an entirely new point of interest. Don't forget to bring your skis!

• Added new Permafrost environment.
  
• Added 3 official races for Permafrost.
  
• Added the option to save previous recordings after a drone reset.
  
• Added "Little helper" Steam Achievement
  
• Fixed issue with loading empty recordings.
  
• Fixed DJI FPV drone using unsupported flight modes.
  
• Fixed race or track selection when updating an existing multiplayer game in the game creation settings.

The first chapter of the record-breaking Fixation Tournament (learn all about it here) has concluded, and it was an exhilarating experience! With a tremendous turnout of 390 pilots participating, the first chapter exceeded our expectations. Meanwhile, Chapter 2 of the Fixation Tournament is well underway, boasting 200 participants and a remaining 14 days before completion.

Here's how it unfolded:




What sets the top pilots apart, and what valuable insights can you glean from them to position yourself as a formidable contender in the forthcoming 11 chapters of the Fixation Tournament?

Delve into these interviews showcasing some of the standout pilots within the Liftoff community. Get a closer look at GMAN, the Chapter 1 top-ranking pilot, and gain insights from FPV Fly and Revu who are striving to elevate their leaderboard positions to become the next contenders for the coveted top spots.

We apologize for the recent inconvenience caused by our multiplayer downtime, which affected the experience we aim to provide. Secondly, we extend our gratitude to all of you for your patience and encouragement. Your support during these stressful moments is truly invaluable.

Our team has completely reworked the multiplayer framework in just a few days time, in order to get everything up and running as soon as possible. Fingers crossed for a smooth transition!

• Fixed: connecting to the Liftoff Pro and multiplayer services!

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• Added: the option to save and apply custom rate profiles from the flight controller settings. These are saved game-wide, so you can save the rates for one drone setup and apply them easily unto a different one.
  
• Fixed: Liftoff would crash if you armed your drone when having the throttle zero-point set all the way to 1.
  
• Fixed: Joining a room by name wasn't possible if the roomname had the '-' in it (which all Liftoff rooms had by default)
  
• Fixed: Multiplayer game moderators can't be kicked anymore by the game's host.
  
• Fixed: Apply the framerate limit from the pause menu didn't apply immediately.
  
• Fixed: A non-removable popup after changing your Liftoff Pro password in-game.
  
• Fixed: missing ice lake textures in Surtur.

Our job is to provide the best possible experience for our community, as such, keeping things in order is not something we would seek appreciation for. Nonetheless I feel it's worth giving a special thanks to Jan.

For the past five days, we've been receiving his "end of the workday" reports around 4 am at night (and later), indicating that he has been diligently working for 19 hours straight each day. His dedication to the Liftoff project and the community is exceptional. We feel fortunate to have such dedicated developers on our team.

Thank you, Jan! Enjoy some well-deserved free time :)