Just remember: the desert is empty, your engine is ticking, and the next gas station is 40 kilometers away. Drive long, and drive strange.
A minor but atmospheric change: bushes and small cacti you crash into or run over will now slowly regenerate after several in-game days. While this reduces the long-term visual scar of your path, it also means you cannot rely on a "cleared" path for future backtracking. The Long Drive v2024.10.17b
: Beta versions frequently break old save files due to drastic changes in how parts and attachables are scripted. on Steam, or do you need help with specific vehicle builds using these new parts? The Long Drive - UPDATE V2024.10.17b_test and ... - Steam Just remember: the desert is empty, your engine
On October 19, 2024, Liam Burst (the developer) posted a single, uncharacteristic message on the game's Discord: While this reduces the long-term visual scar of
The most significant change in this build is the overhaul of the engine heat system. Previously, you could drive indefinitely at moderate RPMs. Now, introduces ambient temperature affecting radiator efficiency. Driving during the midday desert heat will cause your engine to overheat faster, forcing you to stop and idle in the shade. Conversely, night driving is more forgiving but brings its own risks (poor visibility, lower sanity). This adds a new strategic layer: time management.
The standout change in this update is the overhaul of . Players can now turn these items on by hand even when they aren't slotted into a vehicle. While the developers have noted that batteries will eventually be required for this "wireless" lighting, the feature currently serves as a handy way to navigate dark buildings or perform midnight repairs without needing the car's engine running. Major Fixes and Enhancements
Bonnie never moved her car. She simply stared. If you looked directly at her, your engine would sputter and die. If you honked your horn, she would honk back exactly 2.7 seconds later, but her horn sounded like a child screaming through a broken loudspeaker. The only way to survive was to get fuel and drive away without looking back. If you failed, the game wouldn't crash—instead, the screen would slowly fade to black, and you'd respawn not at your last save, but in the passenger seat of Bonnie's car, with no ability to drive. The game continued. The desert scrolled by. You were just a passenger now. Forever.