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Update 1.6 coming!
A new update is just around the corner! It will bring several improvements to the main menu and the scoreboard. We know the current menu can feel a bit clumsy—especially when changing difficulty or switching game modes.…
Update 1.5.3.6
- fixed an issue when game progress wasn't saved
Update 1.5.3.5
- save/load has been improved
What an amazing journey it has been!
7 months later… we reached an amazing 9.5/10 score! These past months have been incredibly special for us, and we’re truly grateful for everyone who played the game, shared feedback, and supported us along the way. Toge…
Update 1.5.3.5
- The game now starts automatically after 2 sec without requiring any input from the gamepad or keyboard. - Fixed an issue where the wrong global kill count was loaded in the hangar. - Destroying a question mark with a…
Update 1.5.3.5
Update 1.5.3.5 (25/03/2026); - The game now starts automatically without requiring any input from the gamepad or keyboard. Once the control method is selected in Options, it will be saved and used automatically the next…
Soundtrack has been released!
The official soundtrack for Project X: Light Years has been released. Featuring over an hour of music from the game, this collection channels the fast-paced spirit of the series with a mix of retro-inspired sci-fi atmos…
Linux hotfix (CatchyOS)
- fixed CatchyOs loading issue
1.5.3.4
- green orbs 'C' look size has been increased a bit - fixed error on 2 players where 'bullet' was not defined
1.5.3.2
- more Linux tweaks
1.5.3 (Linux)
- updated Linux binaries for better stability
1.5.2
- some code changes regarding upcoming DLC level
1.5.1 hotfix 3
- same as 1.5.1 but finally updated properly
1.5.1 Hotfix v2
- fixed local custom name input after death
1.5.1 hotfix
- after death, the high-score name entry screen reappears if a custom name has been set in system options
1.5.1
- Fixed an issue where Top Players displayed the wrong player in 1st place. - Fixed an issue where the current High Score was not saved when using Continue after death. - Fixed an issue in 2-player mode on Level 3 where…
☆ Future updates
👋 Hey everyone, I hope you’re doing well! 🎮 As a player myself, I always feel a bit sad when games stop receiving tweaks or updates and seem to be abandoned by their developers. I’m always hoping for just a little mor…
Casual Mode Added
Hi Pilots! Believe it or not, some players are leaving negative reviews simply because the game doesn't offer unlimited credits. We truly live in funny times :) Many of us remember games without saves, checkpoints, or c…
New difficulty level - Tiny Wings
Hello pilots! I've heard from many players that even Rookie can be challenging. Since everyone plays differently, I've decided to added a special difficulty for those who struggle but still want to experience all levels…
Update 1.5
Update 1.5 11/01/2026; Game Update Notes (some fixes and quality of life tweaks) - Fixed an issue where a Perfect Chain could break in certain areas even after all enemies were defeated. - fixed issue on some Linux dist…
