January update adds Multi-Phase Research Rates! | Let's play Astroneer patch 0.5.1

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Channel: Randomise User: The Best Indie Games · 2018 · Gaming

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Astroneer gameplay from January's 0.5.1 patch! We explore how researchable items give different research rates over time. Also the lighting changed?
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Following the Astroneer Research Update, patch 0.5.1 is a smaller update that extends the new research system. We take a look at the new multi-phase research rates, along with a new lighting system, in this let's play Astroneer patch 0.5.1 video.

Watch Astroneer Research Update video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo3ymzJ1MkU

As we check out the Astroneer patch 0.5.1, putting several researchables through their paces, we take time to extend the base, which means going down the mines where we strike it lucky! We find coal, dynamite, two rare thrusters and the famous zebra ball. Shame about the aluminium!

Buy Astroneer game download on Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/361420/ASTRONEER/

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Official Astroneer gameplay info:

"Astroneer is set during a 25th century gold rush where players must explore the frontiers of outer space, risking their lives in harsh environments for the chance of striking it rich. 

On this adventure, a player’s most useful tool is their ability to shape their world, altering the terrain and extracting valuable resources from planets, and moons. Resources can be traded or crafted into new tools, vehicles, and modules to create everything from massive industrial bases to mobile rover bases."

Developed by: System Era Softworks 
Version played: 0.5.1.0 alpha
Formats available: PC Windows, Xbox One

Official site: https://astroneer.space/

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