We've been working to get an alpha build into the hands of players, but there are some things we're still working on before we release an alpha build.

A general list will be provided here.

The current to-do list:

• Removal of SCP: SL assets

• Fixing many of the physics related bugs (Ragdoll lag, physics prop flying and exploits)

• Updating some of the user interfaces

• Finish the initial Light Containment Zone rooms

Everything here is subject to change, but is not something holding us back from an alpha build.

This is also not a complete list.

• More Items (SCP-500, SCP-207)

• More guns

• Radios

• Cuffs

• Melee weapons

• Achievements and rewards

• Server list filtering and tagging

Finally, here is a clip of a bug we found funny when testing physics props. Note that it has since been patched. (Thanks to closequarter for the clip)

We are excited to announce the Closed Beta for Half-Life: Cross Product Multiplayer on Steam.

This beta is a major milestone as we bring the game to Steam for the first time. Selected players will be granted access via a Beta CD Key, which can be redeemed and activated on Steam; testing spaces are limited, so join early if you'd like to be involved.

To apply for access, join our official Discord server and follow the instructions in the channel named "closedbeta-apply" once you have verified your membership.

Among testing against general network quirks, and the many gamemodes we have to offer, here's some of what you'll be testing in this build:

• Kasino: now uses texture-based lighting for enhanced performance and visuals.

• CTF maps: now playable across all gamemodes.

• Displacement gametype is now on the Instagib gametype—an accurate enough shot gets you a frag.

• Bullet-hole decals now display as expected.

• New sound effects for the Shield/Suit Armour Regeneration, and the Shock Rifle.

• Full Steam Input support—controller vibration, PlayStation Light Bar support

• In CTF, flag carriers are now marked with a flag icon on the scoreboard.

There are more details about 2.9.2 in the Discord Server, once you have been accepted into the Closed Beta program.

To keep testing focused, all participants agree to a short set of testing terms which are nothing heavy or complicated, but just a few rules to ensure fair play, respectful feedback, and a consistent experience across testers. These also help prevent unfinished content from being shared or misinterpreted ahead of our full release. Before diving in you'll be given a moment to review these terms.

Once you're in, you'll see dedicated channels on the Discord Server which are available for bug reports, suggestions, and gameplay discussion. We're looking for all kinds of feedback, big or small, so don't feel you have to hold back.

So, what are you waiting for? Apply NOW! https://discord.gg/mGr94ZqDWU

And we hope to see you on the virtual battlefield!

Until next time...

Sabian

Lead Developer @TPPS

2025-06-21

HOTFIX: Just a few small fixes today:

• The button to dismiss group member 1 has gone missing, I've returned it to its designated location.

• The "Bell Puzzle" in Bellwain was not bugged but it was also possible to get stuck on it due to the first and last notes being the same note if the player fiddled with it prior to inputting the correct solution and left his fiddling on the correct 'first note'.

• Our fantastic composer has added a new audio track for Abyssal Lake. That's in game now.

-Brian

It took no more than a single look at that monstrous and insidious cylinder to make me realise the dizzying gulfs that yawned between all men of the known earth and the primal mysteries it represented. Before that gulf Pánfilo de Zamacona and I stood side by side; just as Aristotle and I, or Cheops and I, might have stood.

– H.P. Lovecraft, The Mound

We wanted to share a few thoughts about the literary and philosophical approach that lies at the heart of The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, and how it relates to Lovecraft’s work.

Our story starts with The Mound, a brilliant but lesser-known Lovecraft novella about an ancient underground civilization hidden beneath a burial mound in the American Midwest. It’s a strange, haunting tale of the slow decay into monstrousness of a civilization that has shut out the world, abandoning reason for an increasingly cruel hedonism. A fascinating story-within-a-story, with ambitious themes and science-fictional ideas. For our game, we’ve taken that story and transplanted it into a different time, not to lessen the game’s connection to Lovecraft’s vision, but to engage with that vision from a different angle, one rooted deeply in the themes he was exploring.

The 17th century was a time of discovery, conquest, religious zeal, and intellectual foment - an era when ancient beliefs clashed with the rising spirit of the Enlightenment, which provided a new and often terrifying understanding of the cosmos and our place in it. A time when scientific curiosity often walked hand in hand with colonial brutality, and many were caught between the comforting stories of the past and the frightening vistas of the future. Nowhere is this more clear than in the explorers and conquistadors of the Age of Discovery. Our story follows a group of such explorers as they encounter a world that will challenge all of their beliefs, scientific as well as religious.

To handle the writing, we’ve brought in our old friend Jonas Kyratzes, who also worked with us on The Eternal Cylinder and Clash: Artifacts of Chaos. You may also know him from The Talos Principle I and II, both of which explore materialist philosophy. Unsurprisingly, Jonas counts Lovecraft as one of his biggest literary inspirations.

The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu isn’t a one-to-one adaptation of Lovecraft’s story. There are differences in characters, in the setting, and in the era itself, but every one of these changes was made to create a story that will stay true to our commitment of taking Lovecraft seriously as a writer and thinker, and to create a cosmic experience that we hope old HPL himself would’ve found thought-provoking and terrifying. (After he learned how to use a computer, of course.)

Some stories don’t need to be retold to stay alive. They just need to be reawakened.

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Congratulations to first time champion buttedog aim, winner of Season 35, and more than living up to their illustrious name. Taking second for the first time is Julian. And in third is FPL S5 winner Kriegeule. While the top 3 places receive Gold, Silver, and Bronze, every eligible player finishing within the top 20 will receive a Season 35 Medal. Congratulations to all medalists as well!

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1. buttedog aim

2. Julian

3. Kriegeule

4. klaualles

5. Poolboy

6. Forts > University

7. Domy

8. Александр

9. Ryzabzyk

10. no tox

11. Nils

12. rehcielgrevsierpnizenB reD

13. Cloud

14. ZXCCURSED

15. Schuka

16. Infinity Power

17. Nanuuki

18. Tar

19. Ems

20. Y-Roux

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- Commander shakeup! Balance patches definitely had an effect on people's preferences.

- Buster and Spook were the biggest beneficiaries, going from pick rates of 6.1% to 11% and 14.2% to 18.3% respectively

- Firebird saw the most falloff, 14.3% to 6.8%, followed by Shockenaugh, 5.9% to 1%, though likely more reflective of Balls dropping from the S35 map pool. Balls is back in S36 so we'll soon see

- Shockenaugh experienced the greatest drop in winrate, falling from 51% to 41%,

- Buster saw the greatest climb in winrate, going from 43% to 52%.

Commanders listed in order of popularity. Winrate percentages shown on the Y scale, and below each commander

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Season 36 is already underway and will run through July 31st. This season's map pool consists of the following battlefields:

• Balls

• Battlegrounds 1v1

• Desert Ruins

• Hang Time

• Ledge Grab

• Split

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If you haven't already, join our Forts Official Discord server to connect with other players, share strategies, create maps/mods, and receive advance notice of upcoming events.

Cheers,
EWG

Ready to take on a thrilling challenge? To the Rescue Events offer an adrenaline-filled experience that will test your skills and endurance. Conquer five challenging levels and you'll be rewarded with an exclusive prize – but if you fail, you'll have to try again! Get ready for an unforgettable adventure – it's time to put your skills to the test!

The time of the event is based on the time on your PC, and the duration may vary slightly from the duration of this announcement.

The city needs fresh produce, and it’s up to you to keep deliveries running! Help transport goods efficiently, ensuring every order reaches its destination. Complete deliveries, manage the supply chain, and beat 5 levels in a row to claim the grand reward! Can you handle the challenge and master the farm-to-city rush? Get ready to deliver!

Greetings 2eekers1,

8 years after this project was conceived, the Consortium prequel stream Whispers From The Rift is now available for everyone!

Interested to learn more about this project?

JOIN OUR DISCORD

Hear from the principal author himself:

If you discover bugs or issues, please post right here in the Steam forums and we will address them in the next patch.

We have decided to keep the Demo live, so you can all get a taste before deciding to buy. We hope you enjoy!

Namaste,

-iDGi

"The best way to predict the future is to create it." - Peter Drucker 

This update introduces a guided tutorial system, adds tooltips for better user experience, and improves localization for quests and UI elements.

🧭 New Tutorial Tasks
-The tutorial chain has been expanded to guide new players more effectively.

-Task titles and descriptions have been updated with multi-language support.

🖱️ Tooltip System
-Localized tooltips have been added to UI buttons.

🌍 Localization Improvements
-All quest texts have been translated into 13+ languages.

-Key system messages and tooltips have been adjusted for clarity.

-Example: Helpful hints like "Use Alt+Enter as a temporary fullscreen fix" were added.

🛠️ Technical & UI Fixes
-FixedQuestText now updates dynamically based on current quest state.

-Minor typos and button behavior issues have been resolved.

-Thank you for your feedback! More updates are on the way.