Salt 2 has exited early access with a major update by Lavaboots Studios, enhancing its core experience and visuals.
Expanded Gameplay Features
The game, after over three years in early access, now includes a main quest, cooperative multiplayer, skill trees, and underwater exploration. The update amplifies the endgame by offering new NPCs at level 40 who guide players in acquiring rare items for legendary recipes. World bosses and a merchant with ship customization items are also introduced.
Key Improvements and Fixes
- The update enhances the procedural world, focusing on PvE elements.
- A new NPC at level 40 offers rare items with legendary recipes.
- World bosses and an endgame merchant have been added.
- The update addresses quality-of-life issues like better looting efficiency.
- Swimming mechanics have improved, allowing jumping moves.
Continuous Development and Celebration
Lavaboots Studios plans ongoing development with more quests, enemy types, and points of interest, shaped by community feedback. To mark this milestone, Salt 2 is available at a 20% discount, priced at $16 (£12.39) until 2025-11-26.