Version 1.0 launch, October 16
The developer announced that Beyond These Stars 1.0 was live on Steam on October 16, 2026. The launch came with a 20% discount and a new launch trailer. It was a direct full release with no Early Access phase.
The launch post did not include a changelog against the demo. Features described in earlier dev blogs, such as settleable planets and Sandbox options, are part of the full game. Check our demo guide for what the free build covered.
Hotfix #1: building moves, power range and Korean
Hotfix #1 fixed the Korean entry in the language dropdown. It also fixed buildings getting stuck mid-move when Peeps cancelled a fetch because their home was demolished or covered in Toxic. The Power Generator selection now shows its Power range instead of its Pollution range.
The range change matters for planning grids and pollution together. Before the fix, the line shown on selection could be mistaken for power coverage. Our pollution and supply-chain guides explain why both ranges matter.
Hotfix #2: particles, tutorial and another move fix
Hotfix #2 restored smoke and construction particle effects that were not appearing. It fixed the Tutorial checkbox in New Game turning itself back on after a new player switched it off and opened Difficulty Settings. It also fixed one more case of the building move problem from Hotfix #1.
If you turned tutorials off and saw them return, this was the cause. Start a new game after updating to keep your choice. Existing saves do not need the tutorial setting changed.
How to get the fixes
Steam installs hotfixes automatically when the game is closed and your library is online. If a fix seems missing, restart Steam and check the game’s download queue. Game Pass players receive updates through the Xbox app.
Not every reported issue appears in these notes. For example, a conversation freeze mentioned in pre-release review coverage is not listed as fixed. Report new problems on the official Steam discussions or Discord.
What to watch for next
The developer is asking players for Steam reviews and feedback during launch week. More hotfixes are likely while early reports arrive, but no schedule has been announced. This page will list future notes as they are published.
Check the official Steam news page for the latest post. Our review roundup tracks how the launch is being received. The beginner guide stays the best starting point for new players.
Sources & research scope
Game information on this page comes from the sources recorded in the dated research. Publisher-hosted wiki entries are community-maintained, and review judgments remain attributed to their writers. Planning advice applies those documented systems and does not claim personal playtesting.
- Beyond These Stars news on SteamDeveloper launch announcement and hotfix notes; checked October 17, 2026.
- Beyond These Stars developer announcementsHotfix #1 and Hotfix #2, October 17, 2026.
- Beyond These Stars on SteamOfficial store listing; checked October 17, 2026.