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Game Update Announcement: The Cenozoic Era Attention Survivors! We are thrilled to announce a massive update for The Cenozoic Era!

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addedGame Update Announcement: The Cenozoic EraWe are thrilled to announce a massive update for The Cenozoic Era ! This update is packed with brand-new features that will take your prehistoric adventure to the next level! Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect in the latest update:
changedNew Features:Immerse yourself in the stunning world of the Cenozoic Era with next-gen graphics . We've upgraded the visuals to make every moment more breathtaking, with improved textures, more realistic lighting, and enhanced animal animations. The landscapes are now more vivid than ever—prepare to be amazed by the beauty of your surroundings.
changedNew Features:Can my PC handle it? Don't worry, we will have a secondary version of the same map to support lower end hardware or boost fps for those who aren't visual hungry.
addedNew Features:Your journey through the Cenozoic Era just got more customizable! Introducing the all-new Skill Tree . Level up your character by making strategic choices on how you want to evolve. Whether you focus on survival instincts, environmental adaptability, or mastering unique skills, your gameplay will be shaped by the decisions you make! Tailor your abilities to suit your playstyle and survive the wild world of the Cenozoic.
addedNew Features:Nature has its charm—after a heavy thunderstorm, witness the awe-inspiring phenomenon of rainbows appearing across the sky, as the storm clouds part to reveal vibrant colors. You might even catch a rainbow during a light rain, adding a touch of magic to your environment. It’s a small detail, but it makes the world feel even more alive!
changedNew Features:Full Dynamic Season System

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addedWe are thrilled to announce a massive update for The Cenozoic Era ! This update is packed with brand-new features that will take your prehistoric adventure to the next level! Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect in the latest update:
changedImmerse yourself in the stunning world of the Cenozoic Era with next-gen graphics . We've upgraded the visuals to make every moment more breathtaking, with improved textures, more realistic lighting, and enhanced animal animations. The landscapes are now more vivid than ever—prepare to be amazed by the beauty of your surroundings.
changedCan my PC handle it? Don't worry, we will have a secondary version of the same map to support lower end hardware or boost fps for those who aren't visual hungry.
addedYour journey through the Cenozoic Era just got more customizable! Introducing the all-new Skill Tree . Level up your character by making strategic choices on how you want to evolve. Whether you focus on survival instincts, environmental adaptability, or mastering unique skills, your gameplay will be shaped by the decisions you make! Tailor your abilities to suit your playstyle and survive the wild world of the Cenozoic.
addedNature has its charm—after a heavy thunderstorm, witness the awe-inspiring phenomenon of rainbows appearing across the sky, as the storm clouds part to reveal vibrant colors. You might even catch a rainbow during a light rain, adding a touch of magic to your environment. It’s a small detail, but it makes the world feel even more alive!

Game Update Announcement: The Cenozoic Era

Attention Survivors!

We are thrilled to announce a massive update for The Cenozoic Era! This update is packed with brand-new features that will take your prehistoric adventure to the next level! Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect in the latest update:

New Features:

Next-Gen Graphics

Immerse yourself in the stunning world of the Cenozoic Era with next-gen graphics. We've upgraded the visuals to make every moment more breathtaking, with improved textures, more realistic lighting, and enhanced animal animations. The landscapes are now more vivid than ever—prepare to be amazed by the beauty of your surroundings.

-Can my PC handle it? Don't worry, we will have a secondary version of the same map to support lower end hardware or boost fps for those who aren't visual hungry.

Skill Tree

Your journey through the Cenozoic Era just got more customizable! Introducing the all-new Skill Tree. Level up your character by making strategic choices on how you want to evolve. Whether you focus on survival instincts, environmental adaptability, or mastering unique skills, your gameplay will be shaped by the decisions you make! Tailor your abilities to suit your playstyle and survive the wild world of the Cenozoic.

Rainbows After Thunderstorms

Nature has its charm—after a heavy thunderstorm, witness the awe-inspiring phenomenon of rainbows appearing across the sky, as the storm clouds part to reveal vibrant colors. You might even catch a rainbow during a light rain, adding a touch of magic to your environment. It’s a small detail, but it makes the world feel even more alive!

Full Dynamic Season System

Experience the full dynamic season system, where every in-game year brings new challenges, opportunities, and environmental shifts. From the warmth of summer to the harsh cold of winter, each season will bring its own unique changes to the ecosystem. Prepare for a completely new survival experience with fluctuating weather patterns, changing landscapes, and evolving animal behaviors based on the time of year.

New Skin Colors and Skin DLCs In response to your requests, we're introducing new skin colors and exciting Skin DLCs to further personalize your character! Express yourself in even more ways by choosing from a broader range of skin tones and unlocking unique skins from new DLC packs. Whether you want to stand out with a bold look or immerse yourself in new cultural aesthetics, we’ve got something for every survivor. Explore all the available options and discover your perfect look!

Coin System

In this update the coin system will be removed from the official Discord and be no longer eligible, however, players with left over coins can still spend them. Coins will be dedicated ONLY to community servers to help support their server, Official servers will not be eligible for coins and no coin system will be in place.

Once the update is released server owners will have the ability to enable/disable passive coins (Coins earned over X amount of time a player stays connected to the server, Idling in the character selection screen will not count and the system will not issue any coins to you) Admins can also issue coins within the Admin panel to players who buy or earn them within their discord.

New Host Provider: BisectHosting

We're excited to introduce BisectHosting as our new host provider! With their powerful and reliable infrastructure, your server experience will be smoother, faster, and more stable than ever. Whether you’re playing solo or with friends, BisectHosting ensures your gameplay remains seamless with zero interruptions.

Host with them for this upcoming update!

Self server hosting will also be available, you can access server files via our GitHub repository TheCenozoicEra Server Repo

While you wait for the new update, you can download server files for Legacy from our GitHub Repo, inside the downloaded files you will find a server setup guide for Legacy.

If you need any further assistance please create a ticket in Discord, link below

This is just the beginning of many exciting updates ahead! The world of The Cenozoic Era is ever-evolving, and we can't wait for you to explore all the new features we've added. Be sure to check out the latest version and let us know your thoughts on the improvements.

Update available soon! Don’t miss out on these new features

Notice:

Update is expected to be released early to mid February, please check discord for any delays and for the final release date and time

Happy exploring, -The Cenozoic Era Team 🦕

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