The reports that are coming out from FarmCon 16 are just a joy to read. I’ve compiled a list of new features that are mentioned in those report. All I can say is Wow!!
(Be aware that I’ve used Google translate for this. Stuff may have gotten lost in translation..)p.s. Some of these options can adjusted in the game's settings.
- The menu has gotten 12 new graphics settings.
- Your character (male or female) can wear different clothes. You can also name them.
- Helpers are more intelligent. They detect obstacles. They also refill fuel and seed.
- A message appears on the screen when the helper has stopped or is finished (like Courseplay).
- Lights (including blinkers) have been massively improved.
- The number of dynamic lights is massively increased.
- Vehicle lights will stay on if you leave the vehicle.
- Engine sounds have been massively improved.
- There are 3 different fertilization levels - Each level increases yield with 30 %.
- Plowing is necessary after every 3rd harvest to get an increase in yield (10 %).
- Oil reddish as green manure / cover crop.
- Seeds and fertilizers comes on pallets (some say Big Bags) that can be transported.
- Sowing machines can be filled from Big Bags, using a pallet fork.
- Train and train station cranes are operable.
- Objects like tree trunks, bales and pallets can be secured during transport using straps.
- Small objects below a certain weight can be picked up and moved by the character.
- Tires deform more or less depending on the load.
- Default vehicles are multi fruit capable.
- Manual ignition and "Stop & Go Pedal".
- Animals now have to be supplied with water.
- You have to clean up after your animals.
- Animals reproduce (if they are happy).
- When you buy animals, you can have them delivered (at a cost) or transport them yourself.
- You can transport the animals using the new Joskin RDS 7500 Betimax.
- You’ll be able to customize the vehicles prior to buying them. Customization options depends on the brand. E.g. Valtra Taktor T Series: color, engine, front loader. The Fendt 939: twin wheels, wide tires, wheel weights.
- Vehicle customization after purchase can be performed a workshop.
- You can lease machines for 1/10 of the regular price.
- Silo capacities are limited. More silos can be purchased.
- Other new placeable objects are workshops (some also mention water towers and barns).
- Synchronization in multiplayer significantly accelerated.
- Grass and trees look much more realistic and better (no more hexagonal trunks).
- Mixed Ration can now be bought.
- There is a new small wood chipper.
- The content / features of the console and PC version are exactly the same.
(Sources: Agrarteam Franken, Jeytav, Karvon, Burning Gamers, Panzer66, LS Infos)
New screenshots (Copyright Giants Software)
