Siege Mode!

Update 0.8.98

A brand-new update just dropped on Baltarus, and it’s bringing the action to a whole new level.

This exciting new game mode is all about intense, close-quarters combat, whether you are playing solo or teaming up with friends.

Protect your base against relentless hordes of enemies or fiercely attack your opponent as a Soldier or commander! The choice is yours!

Load your weapons, suit up and prepare for battle to stay in control of the battlefield. Are you ready to face the relentless enemy onslaught?

Although the focus has been on the new Siege game mode, there have been numerous fixes and improvements. See the patch notes for all the details:

• Fixed: Human FPS weapon lowers correctly now

• Fixed: Alien camera would face zero by default, despite spawn orientation

• Fixed: Dead aliens would slide across the ground

• Fixed: Occasional NaN error for projectile hits

• Changed: Intro mission optimized and improved

We hope you're as excited as we are about this update! We’d love to hear what you think, so jump into the comments and share your feedback!

We're thrilled to announce that we'll be part of the CZ / SK Week, happening from November 11-18! To celebrate, we’re expanding our online presence and officially launching our TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitch channels. Follow us and stay tuned for exciting updates on the game's development—big news is coming your way!

To make things even more thrilling, we’re hosting a special giveaway for our most dedicated fans. Simply subscribe or visit our social media pages and 

 for a chance to win. We’re giving away 5 game keys, so you can invite your friends to join you on the battlefield. Don’t miss out!

Update 0.8.98 : Siege Mode!

New update introduces the Alien Queen to the Strategy game mode!

Update 0.8.49

"The Queen calls to her spawn, an inaudible link of the mind. She nests, interfacing with the biotic mass using her tendrils. They listen to her every command, yet, migrating leaves her vulnerable - an opportune moment for her elimination..." 

-- Elite Captain Brenn of the Heavy Ordnance Unit

Today's update introduces the Alien Queen to the Strategy game mode, whose elimination results in a loss for the Aliens, previously tied to the Nest. As an added bonus there are a multitude of performance optimizations, primarily improving late game performance with tons of units, as well as a plethora of fixes and improvements. Not forgotten are improvements and fixes to voice chat, which suffered from occasional looping.

The Queen herself is a formidable opponent, capable of defending herself should the need arise, though given her importance to the success of the Alien swarm, it is best to keep her safe and protected in a Nest.

With the above complete, our focus now shifts to improved respawn mechanics, AI collision avoidance, and the introduction of control points to all maps, providing additional objectives to capture and hold. Further performance improvements will continue to be worked on throughout the year.

Thank you all for your support, your feedback, and your patience.

Please take care and see you on Baltarus!"

Hail to the Queen!

The long-awaited voice chat and proximity chat are finally here.

Update 0.8.40

After a period of radio silence regarding updates, we are introducing a new batch of additions, changes, and fixes to enhance your experience with update 0.8.40.

The most significant addition is the long-awaited voice chat and proximity chat, enabling you to easily communicate with all the players on the battlefield. To speak in the game, simply press and hold "V" on the keyboard or button 4 on your mouse.

But remember, with great power comes great responsibility, so always be respectful to your fellow players and refrain from offensive behavior.

As always, the full changelog is listed below.

In-game voice communication is here!

We are introducing a special bundle for all fans of unconventional RTS games.

Silica and Original War bundle.

For all fans of unconventional RTS games, we have prepared the Strategic Pack Bundle on Steam, which includes Silica and Original War.

Venture into the distant corners of the universe and compete for valuable materials on the arid deserts of planet Baltarus, or travel 2 million years into the past and change the course of human history.

Silica offers a unique blend of careful strategic planning as a Commander in RTS mode, but you can always switch to FPS and enjoy adrenaline-infused infantry and vehicular warfare. 

Original War puts you in the boots of time-travelers on a quest for world dominance and combines RTS with RPG elements, along with two story-driven campaigns. 

Enjoy a 20% discount on both games when you purchase this bundle.

Strategy Pack Bundle just landed on Steam

Update 0.8.32 brings balancing changes and more!

Update 0.8.32

As you can see, Dram is delivering on the promises he made when he released the roadmap, and another update is here! It mainly focuses on balancing various unit attributes but also introduces a new vehicle and visual effects. See the full changelog below.

Additionally, Silica will be part of the 

As usual, please let us know what you think on our social channels and Discord. If you enjoy our game, consider giving us a review.

We look forward to seeing you in Baltarus!

Attention, a new update has just landed!

The update 0.8.29 is here, including new ambient life.

Update 0.8.29

the vast dunes of the Baltarus deserts just got more dangerous as new life emerges from the depths. Download our latest update and experience the close encounter of a worm kind for yourself. But the sand worms are not the only additions in update 0.8.29, as you can see in the changelog below.

We have worms for you!

The second update of this year just landed online.

Update 0.8.23

Last week, we shared our development roadmap for this year. If you missed it, you can find it 

. Today, an update for version 0.8.23 landed on Steam, introducing several balancing changes and finally bringing the long-awaited Hover Bike for faster transportation of human infantry units.

Don't forget to give us feedback on our social media or support the development by purchasing our 

Second update of 2024

Take a look back at the year 2023 with us, find out what's in store for Silica in 2024 and check our first update of the year.

The year 2023 in review, the roadmap for 2024 and v.0.8.22 changelog

First of all, we’d like to wish you all a happy 2024, and thank you for your constant support and feedback last year. During that time, Dram was able to address many issues and bugs, and also managed to implement new features which were highly appraised.

Silica was announced on April 6th, 2023 as the first game under our renewed 

. It entered Early Access on Steam less than a month later. So far it’s been a pretty wild ride.

Over the past year, we’ve delivered nearly 25 updates, ranging from simple hotfixes to the reworking of entire features like:  

That’s what 2023 looked like. Now let’s discuss what comes next – a.k.a the Roadmap for Silica in 2024!

The original plan was to release 1.0 and exit Early Access in May 2024. Unfortunately, there are still plenty of things we’d like to finish before that happens. We want Silica to be in the best condition possible, so we’ve decided to push the release date back to Q4 of 2024.

Following that, Q3 and Q4 will be dedicated to the full release of Silica 1.0!

As you can see, there’s a lot to do and much to look forward to. If you‘re interested in a more detailed description of the roadmap, check out the video made by Dram. And if you want to show off that you’re a part of the Silica community, 

Finally, to show you that work on Silica never stops, here’s the changelog for the latest game update v.0.8.22:

 We look forward to having you with us in 2024, and hope that Silica 1.0 will meet your expectations.

Thank you for your support and see you on Baltarus!

The year 2023 in review, the roadmap for 2024 and the latest changelog

Update 0.8.102

Exciting News: A New Map Has Arrived!

Earlier this week, we released the highly anticipated Siege Mode! But wait, there’s more—because great news never comes alone. We’re thrilled to announce the release of a brand-new map today: The Maw.

This unique battlefield features a colossal, insatiable mouth at its center.

Whether you’re flying solo or teaming up with friends, prepare to face the unrelenting enemy on this brand new battlefield.

And don’t miss out—our giveaway campaign is still running on all our social platforms until November 18th! Seize the opportunity to win additional Silica digital keys for yourself or your friends. Stay connected with the game’s development by participating.

We’re eager to hear what you think about this exciting new map, so don’t forget to share your feedback in the comments or in our discord.

[Update] Silica V0.8.102: New map: The Maw!

Sol's Structures and Centaurus

We’re excited to kick off the first of many Devblogs, where we’ll take you behind the scenes of our game development journey. We’ll dive into upcoming plans, future updates, and, of course, give you some tantalizing sneak peeks at what’s in store—new game modes, maps, units, and more!

Back in September, we unveiled a first look at the Sol structures, and your response was incredible! The excitement around this new design has been amazing, so we’re thrilled to bring you even more updates and visuals on this front. 😉

As many of you know, in Silica, the human empire is split between two factions: 

While Sol dominates through technological advancement and trade across the galaxy, Centauri is known for its martial prowess and ruthless efficiency, forged by the harsh conditions of their unforgiving environments. Although the two factions began on similar paths, they've grown increasingly distinct over the decades, diverging to the point of no return and now entering a full-scale conflict.

We’re crafting these differences not only through gameplay but also through distinct aesthetics—everything from weapons and combat style to uniform designs and architectural structures will emphasize the contrast between these two factions.

While we still have work to do before you see these updates in-game, we don’t want to give away everything just yet. Expect more soon on sol’s unique visual style!

But wait, there’s more! What good is a well-fortified base without strategic ground to defend it on? That’s why we’re excited to reveal a brand-new Biome: 

The map’s most striking feature is its ominous dark red sky, illuminated by its Red Dwarf star, combined with constant rainfall that fosters lush vegetation.

The thick vegetation will greatly reduce visibility, intensifying the tension in every battle.

The Discord community just hit an exciting milestone—over 6,000 members and growing!

A massive thank you to everyone for your amazing support! If you haven't joined yet, now's the perfect time to jump in. Connect with fellow players, stay on top of the latest news, and be part of the action. Don't miss out—click the link below to join the fun!

We can’t wait for you to experience all of these exciting new additions yourself. However, keep in mind that this content is still in development, so things may change before the official release.

DevBlog #1- Sol's Structures and Centaurus

The screenshot contest is back and better than ever! 📸🎮 

 Screenshot contest 

The screenshots contest is back and better than ever!  

From the 26th of September to the 03rd of October, you can join our event and showcase your best moments from the epic Baltarus battlefield.

Capture your most stunning screenshots or videos, and you could win a free Silica key and a limited-edition T-shirt!

 Ready to jump in? Simply share your top shot in our 

official discord in the dedicated channel.

 Our team will review all submissions, and we’ll announce the three lucky winners shortly after the event wraps up!

Not sure how to use the freecam in-game? No problem—we’ve got you covered with this handy guide.

Good luck, and may the best shots win! :camera::sparkles:

. All entries must be submitted before the deadline to be eligible.

To participate, capture your best screenshot or video from the Baltarus battlefield and post it in the dedicated contest channel.

Each participant can submit up to 3 entries.

•	Screenshots and videos must be from the game.

•	Submissions should be your original work—no use of others’ content.

•	Screenshots can be edited for color correction, brightness, or contrast adjustments, but heavy manipulation (e.g., adding objects or changing environments) is not allowed.

•	All content must adhere to our community guidelines (no inappropriate or offensive material).

Our team of judges will review all submissions and select 3 winners based on these criteria.

Winners will be announced shortly after the contest ends. We will contact the winners directly via discord to arrange prize delivery.

•	By submitting an entry, you grant us permission to share your screenshot or video on our platforms with proper credit.

•	Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash.

•	Winners must be living in Europe or North America to be eligible for the T shirts delivery. 

Good luck to all participants, and may the best screenshots win! 

Screenshot contest- Autumn 2024

Discover how to use the freecam and all our tips to take the best screenshots!

Ready to explore the captivating aesthetics of Baltarus in your own unique way?

We've got just what you need! With our freecam feature, you can unleash your creativity and take full control of your experience.

Dive in and let your imagination run wild!

To use the free cam mode, follow the next steps:

All the other map names can be found here:

Badlands // CombatDome // GreatErg // MonumentValley // NarakaCity // RiftBasin

Additional Recommendations for Enhanced Creativity:

Now you have all the knowledge to use the free cam functionality. We cannot wait to see your artwork so feel free to share them on our discord our on our social media.

How to use the Free cam.

Introduction mission playable in coop and improved Air unit AI

Update 0.8.83

"Look alive, Corporal! Colossal life form inbound. Prepare for heavy aerial assault. You are advised to converge fire on its central eye. Hang in there..."

-- Commander T. Sharp, Chronicles of B-Sector

Another update just dropped, focusing on 

, vastly increasing their viability. Work continues on AI at full-pace, as well as on the Sol structures, which we hope to release soon.

 to allow for greater development quality, pace and breadth.

What you can expect short-term from this is a new game mode coming in the next few updates, so stay tuned.

 has been added to help portray our vision for Silica 1.0, providing players a warm welcome into the world of Silica. This mission is possible to play cooperatively in multiplayer as well, and we encourage you to do so.

Thank you again for your support and welcome to those of you who just stumbled across the game. We truly do hope you have a wonderful weekend.

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