The recently launched Farming Simulator 25 has received a significant update, version 1.3, addressing various bugs and introducing new features for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. This comprehensive patch focuses on enhancing gameplay and resolving issues players encountered since the game’s release. The update also includes tweaks to maps like Zielonka, Riverbend Springs, and Hutan Pantai.
This substantial update primarily targets bug fixes, enhancing the overall gaming experience. Alongside these fixes, the update introduces new functionalities, particularly for PC players. Key improvements include addressing attacher positions, multiplayer horse brushing, and various other gameplay mechanics. The developers have also optimized performance, reducing RAM and VRAM usage, alongside fixing support for Xbox wireless controllers on MacOS.
Key Improvements and Fixes in Update 1.3
The 1.3 update includes a multitude of fixes, addressing issues ranging from attacher positions on specific equipment to multiplayer synchronization problems. Some notable fixes include:
- Equipment Fixes: Resolved issues with the Wifo HMZ 340/3000 attacher, Elmers Super 7 configurations, Lizard MKS 32 discharging, and MacDon FD250 spawning.
- Multiplayer Improvements: Addressed bugs related to horse brushing, petting the dog, the MKB-4TR effect, and rejoining issues with AI workers. Fixes for migrated singleplayer savegames causing problems in multiplayer were also implemented.
- Gameplay Enhancements: Fixed issues with direct seeding, fertilizing with the Novag T-Force, header trailers, ignition lock, and fence placement. The update also addressed problems with missions, UI elements on non-16:9 displays, and screenshots.
- Performance Optimization: Reduced RAM and VRAM usage, fixed flickering on some GPUs, and updated XeSS to version 1.3.1.32 to prevent crashes.
- AI Enhancements: Improved AI field worker behavior on large fields and in various situations, including waiting for trailer drivers and utilizing different tractors and tools.
Map Specific Changes
The update also brings specific improvements to several in-game maps:
- Hutan Pantai: Adjusted clip distances, disabled Go-To AI on the highway, fixed collision issues, and addressed various smaller issues.
- Zielonka: Adjusted clip distances and fixed terrain clipping and other minor issues.
- Riverbend Springs: Added collisions to props, adjusted a mission location, fixed AI behavior, and enhanced visuals.
New Additions and Features
Update 1.3 introduces a range of new features, enhancing gameplay and offering more customization options:
- Platform Support: Added support for ARM-based Windows computers and CPUs without AVX2 support.
- Graphics Options: Added separate control for foliage LOD distance.
- Customization: Introduced a color picker for configurations in the shop.
- Gameplay Additions: Added a placeable lime station, KUHN TWINE & NETWRAP consumables, and the ability to use sugarbeet harvesters for beetroot. A Lizard conveyor belt for picking up bulk materials was also added.
- UI/UX Improvements: The construction screen now displays required materials, and crops have a separate section in the price overview.
Modding Enhancements
For players engaged in modding, update 1.3 includes several improvements:
- Added custom shop offset support per config.
- Added incomePerHour configuration for simplePlaceable.
- Added SeedTreater vehicle specialization.
- Fixed issues with modded placeableVehicles and referencing custom wheel XMLs.
Conclusion
The Farming Simulator 25 1.3 update demonstrates a commitment to improving the game based on player feedback. By addressing bugs, enhancing performance, and adding new features, Giants Software continues to cultivate a richer and more immersive farming experience. Players are encouraged to download the update to enjoy the latest enhancements and bug fixes. Check out the full patch notes for detailed information on all the changes. See the full patch notes here.
