Planet Killer Demo Update 0.1.8 — Planet Killer Steam update #5543

This demo patch adds a new strafing mechanic, rare enemy interdictions, expanded Warp Jammer encounters, a new final demo battle, more tooltip clarity...

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Planet Killer (4454430)
Event type
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Published
2 July 2026 - 19:56:26 UTC
Source
steam_community_announcements
This demo patch adds a new strafing mechanic, rare enemy interdictions, expanded Warp Jammer encounters, a new final demo battle, more tooltip clarity, improved rank emblem visuals, and several important balance and bug fixes.This is a smaller update than the last few major patches, but it includes some very important gameplay improvements and should make deep demo runs more varied, more readable, and more exciting.New Features & ImprovementsAdded a new strafing mechanic. Ships can now strafe by holding Shift on keyboard or Left Trigger on controller, then using normal movement controls. While strafing, ship rotation is locked and movement speed is reduced.Added the new Interdiction mechanic. There is now a rare chance for additional enemy ships to warp in, support the planet, and try to destroy you.Added many new Warp Jammer encounters, including Battleship Blockade, boss encounters, an...

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