The Long Drive is infamous for its physics engine, where placing a simple can of soda on the dashboard can cause the entire car to flip. The 10.17b update aims to fix the thin metal bars, providing a tighter "Physics Lock" to ensure items stay where you put them. Fixing the "Purple" Bug
This update fine-tunes the cult-classic desert survival road trip with:
The path forward includes integrating the beta branch features into the stable game, fixing remaining bugs (like the passenger-seat engine issue in multiplayer), and continuing to add the items, vehicles, and mechanics that make the desert feel alive and unpredictable. The developers are aware of the community's desire for more content and a definitive end goal, with the road currently ending at 5000 kilometers. The Long Drive v2024.10.17b
To fully grasp the importance of the v2024.10.17b build, it is helpful to see how it fits alongside the features introduced in the updates directly preceding and following it: Version Code Primary Focus Areas & Mechanics Introduced
The game's charm and challenge both come from its core pillars. The world is a vast, surreal desert where you can use a to spawn objects or even transfer a custom-built car between saves. The Long Drive is infamous for its physics
However, some veteran players criticize the new resource scarcity. "I drove for two real hours without finding a single gas station," complains RoadKillKing . "The procedural generation feels too sparse. I died of thirst with a full jerry can because I couldn't find water."
While these updates bring much-needed features like (toggle with U ) and improved VR support , they come with the "jank" typical of The Long Drive . The developers are aware of the community's desire
Have you encountered a strange glitch or discovered a hidden oasis in The Long Drive v2024.10.17b? Share your stories in the comments below. Safe driving—and stay hydrated.
: You don't need excessive fuel to travel; a full tank can last roughly 500 kilometers.
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Because physics are more punishing in this build, use baskets and specific slots to secure loose items. A loose iron pipe flying around your cabin during a crash can be fatal.