Satisfactory 1.2: The Fluid Update News
Coffee Stain Studios is shifting gears for the first major expansion since the 1.0 release. Satisfactory Version 1.2, slated for the first half of 2026, focuses on the core plumbing of your factory. The Fluid Update aims to eliminate the calculation frustrations of long-distance pipelines and introduces entirely new ways to move liquids across the map.
๐ Tanker Trucks
No more pipes across the desert. Use the new high-capacity Tanker Trucks and specialized Fluid Truck Stations to transport fuel and water via automated vehicles.
๐ง Fluid Physics Overhaul
A technical EXP patch (v1.1.3.0) has already improved head-lift calculations and flow stability for massive dedicated server saves.
2026 Roadmap: What's After 1.0?
The transition from 1.0 to 1.2 focuses on game stability and "logistics variety." Coffee Stain has confirmed that Version 1.2 will significantly buff oil and water extraction rates, allowing for more compact power plant designs. Additionally, the game has been fully verified for Steam Deck, featuring a new UI mode tailored for handheld factory management.
Upcoming Features in v1.2
- Fluid Filter Valves: Advanced plumbing components that allow for smarter waste-product management in aluminum production.
- New Tutorial Mode: A revamped onboarding experience for the 2026 influx of new pioneers.
- VDS Optimization: Specific code improvements for servers running on virtualized hardware to reduce "ghost" calculations in large factories.
Hot Tip: The new fluid stations can be integrated into your existing truck loops, but they require 3x the power of standard freight platforms due to the high-pressure pumping required.
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