2026-09-10 13:58 UTC · Community Announcements · Cokkies
Hi Mechanics!Yesterday's patch introduced some severe issues, and we had to roll it back. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.We're happy to say that the issues introduced in the latest update have now been resolved. Thank you for your patience and for all the reports that helped us identify and fix the problems.Has your save file been affected?Players whose save files were affected by the latest update can restore their progress by moving a backup save from the Backup folder into their regular save file folder.Please see the image for guidance, or navigate to the following path:C:\\U
2026-08-03 10:51 UTC · Community Announcements · Cokkies
Hi Mechanics!Welding fix.Thank you for your feedback and bug reports!Here is what we have updated:Fixed an issue introduced in the previous patch where welding onto bearings, suspensions and pistons did not work correctlyMore fixes coming soon!If you have found a bug that needs fixing, please email bugs@axolotgames.com.Please provide:A description of the bug.The log file from that session.The save file.File Locations:Log file directory: C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Steam\\steamapps\\common\\Scrap Mechanic\\LogsSave file directory: C:\\Users\\ \\AppData\\Roaming\\Axolot Games\\Scrap Mechanic\\User\
2026-07-31 19:51 UTC · Community Announcements · Cokkies
Hi Mechanics!More fixes!Thank you for your feedback and bug reports!Here is what we have updated:Added some parts back to creative mode that went missing in the 1.0 updateAdded a lot of parts from survival mode to creative mode and challenge modeFlat creative terrain clutter type fixGarage chest no longer takes more items than it can fitGlowbug builderquest questgiver can no longer be picked upRedesigned part of Growlab 5 where players got locked out if getting knocked out after completing a combat eventFixed a crash caused by taking a creation with a sensor through an elevatorRestored ability
2026-07-30 17:28 UTC · Community Announcements · Axolot
{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/11471984/a6c779da266eaf9ba61fed98c3ded37cc7fb2429.png Hi Mechanics! We are thrilled to announce that Scrap Mechanic has officially sold over 3,000,000 copies! It has been an incredible journey, and we want to express our deepest gratitude to every single mechanic who built incredible creations, smashed bots, and accidentally removed the driver's seat by mistake over the years. When we first started working on Scrap Mechanic, we were just a small team with a big dream about physics and creativity. We hoped a few people would enjoy building weird creations, but we never could
2026-07-29 22:57 UTC · Community Announcements · Cokkies
Hi Mechanics!We have yet another batch of fixes for you today.Thank you for your feedback and bug reports!Here is what we have updated:Added new Creative Mode chat commands: /weather, /timeofday, and /timeprogressFixed rendering issues in Creative Mode and Challenge ModeFixed an issue that could cause raids to stop triggering and prevent harvestingFixed an issue where bearings, suspensions, and pistons placed on a turret seat would be lost when removing the seatFixed an issue where a quest would not progress if the vault quota was completed earlyFixed an issue that could restrict valuables fro
2026-07-27 18:48 UTC · Community Announcements · Cokkies
Hi Mechanics!The next batch of bugfixes is here.Thank you for your feedback and bug reports!Bug fixes:Fixed missing items from challenge chestsRestored the mods button in creative and custom game mode menusFixed issues that could cause certain quests to not progressResolved various crash fixes.More fixes coming soon!If you have found a bug that needs fixing, please email bugs@axolotgames.com.Please provide:A description of the bug.The log file from that session.The save file.File Locations:Log file directory: C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Steam\\steamapps\\common\\Scrap Mechanic\\LogsSave file dire
2026-07-26 11:48 UTC · Community Announcements · Cokkies
Hi Mechanics!We have fixed some bugs that have come up in the new 1.0 update.Thank you for your feedback and bug reports!Bug fixes:Player name tags are now properly hidden when hiding the GUIFixed an issue for clients that caused steering angle to not get synchronizedFixed an issue that caused Schematic box to sometimes not unlock anythingFixed an issue that caused already unlocked items to show schematic iconFixed an issue that could cause crafting recipes to not unlock in games with many playersFixed a crash that could happen if getting knocked out while reading the handbookPizzaburger achie
2026-07-24 18:27 UTC · Community Announcements · Axolot
Mechanics, the wait is over. Scrap Mechanic is finally jumping into 1.0 with a blast in what is by far our biggest update yet! Scrap Mechanic is finally jumping into 1.0 with a blast in what is by far our biggest update yet! Along with extensive optimizations that dramatically improve both game performance and visuals, this update features the long-awaited Drilling Thunder expansion. It revamps Survival mode with new locations, a ton of fresh content, and a full story. Whether you are a veteran mechanic whose constructions are collecting dust, or a newcomer ready to engineer incredible machine
2026-07-24 17:30 UTC · Community Announcements · Axolot
Scrap Mechanic is finally jumping into 1.0 with a blast in what is by far our biggest update yet! Along with extensive optimizations that dramatically improve both game performance and visuals, this update features the long-awaited Drilling Thunder expansion. It revamps Survival mode with new locations, a ton of fresh content, and a full story. Whether you are a veteran mechanic whose constructions are collecting dust, or a newcomer ready to engineer incredible machines, the time to get back into Scrap Mechanic is now! Major Changes & New Features Story and NPCs Embark on the main quest to fin
2026-07-17 16:50 UTC · Community Announcements · Axolot
Drilling Thunder drops you and your friends into an epic, full-story engineering survival adventure! Venture into an open world and abandon mines to uncover deep secrets. Fight new bot enemies and build incredible machines that haven't been possible before, all wrapped in an impressive new graphical upgrade! Major Changes & New Features Story and NPCs Survival experience comes with a full story from beginning to end, featuring fully voice-acted NPCs. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/11471984/169f63c1a1003ee5fa8e928e191d391e08a15603.png The Miner Island Drilling Thunder adds a massive new area to the world.
2026-07-03 14:51 UTC · Community Announcements · Kacper
Hi Mechanics! The new chapter is coming! Get ready for Scrap Mechanic: 1.0 & Drilling Thunder! Coming July 24th 2026! Years in the making, this monumental release comes packed with brand new content for the survival experience, alongside a big graphical upgrade! We will share more info as we get closer to release! Make sure to follow us for more: Instagram: Axolot GamesThe wait is almost over Mechanics!
2026-03-02 18:03 UTC · Community Announcements · Cokkies
Fixed a security issue
2025-12-22 16:15 UTC · Community Announcements · Shellac
Hi Mechanics!It’s good to be back with another devblog!Where should we start? Let’s address the big question first! Where is the next chapter?Believe it or not, it is coming along, but it hasn’t been without challenges. Earlier this year, we ran into some significant design and technical issues with the underground digging gameplay. Simply put, it wasn’t meeting the quality bar we expect from Scrap Mechanic. Once we reached a version that felt right from a gameplay perspective, it also required a heavy optimization pass to make sure it performs well in a large underground world. That meant mor
2024-12-05 12:46 UTC · Community Announcements · Kacper
Hi Mechanics! We’ve got a surprise update for you today: The “Physics and Wedge Update”! While the next chapter is still in development, we didn’t want to hold back some exciting features that could enhance your gameplay experience right away. Plus, this gives us the chance to test these features with all of you! So what’s in here? Improved Physics This update brings a major overhaul to the physics system, unlocking new possibilities and significantly reducing lag. Creations can now collide with each other, and loose items can be thrown around or stacked in larger amounts. Our team has worked
2023-11-03 17:20 UTC · Community Announcements · Cokkies
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