The broader 1.17 release, which includes 1.17.3, focused on "Game Juice"—improving the feel of existing mechanics:
: Directional water physics were added, allowing items like doors and slabs to block water flow realistically. vintagestory-v1-17-3-rar
This specific patch was a minor update focused on refining the major changes introduced in the 1.17 series, which significantly overhaul the game's visuals and immersion. The broader 1
: It featured a solid sound engine capable of looping and pitch-shifting sounds for environmental immersion, and a decal system for realistic block-breaking overlays. : Tweaks to animations ensured tools and character
: Tweaks to animations ensured tools and character hands felt less "long" and more integrated into the world.
* Feature: Fishing System. Fish rework. Added over 20 species of freshwater fish. Fish now require large bodies of water to spawn. Vintage Story·Vintage Story News - Page 2
