This version predates the major updates (v1.0.1.0 and later) that arrived in 2023, which overhauled weapon balance and added features like a "Hide Helmet" option. In the v1.0.0.8 era, the community relied heavily on external tools and mods for balance changes, such as:
Patch Released (v1.0.1.0) · Salt and Sanctuary update ... - SteamDB Salt and Sanctuary v1.0.0.8
Introduced on-screen feedback during the patching process to notify users that the first boot after an update may take significant time. This version predates the major updates (v1
Updated internal tools to allow for faster initial boot times by adding quality settings (ASTC) that could be manually toggled via the .sh launch file. Context in Development History Updated internal tools to allow for faster initial
The primary focus of the 1.0.0.8 build was technical refinement and the introduction of better support for Linux-based systems. Key updates included: