What is the latest update for Moon Sweepers?

The latest major update is Patch 1.0.5, released on October 28, 2026. It introduces a complete building system overhaul, the Move Mode (R key), 100% dismantle refunds, and critical stability fixes.

What are the key changes in Patch 1.0.5?

Patch 1.0.5 allows building directly on uncleared lunar dust, refunds 100% of construction materials when demolishing structures, adds foundation snapping for heavy machines, and improves J.O.O.N.A.S. capsule delivery across multiple catchers.

Where can I read official Moon Sweepers update announcements?

Official patch notes are published directly by developer DragDrop Games via Steam Community Announcements and the official game portal.

Are save files safe across patches in Moon Sweepers?

Yes, save files are forward-compatible. Starting in Patch 1.0.4, the game maintains 5 automated local backups in your AppData folder to prevent file corruption.

Moon Sweepers Patch Notes & Changelog: All Updates & Hotfixes

Stay updated with all official balance adjustments, engine fixes, and content additions for Moon Sweepers, developed by DragDrop Games. This living changelog aggregates all verified Steam patch notes, hotfixes, and quality-of-life improvements.

For deeper gameplay breakdowns, check our base building guide, review vehicle stats in our vehicles guide, or optimize frame rates with our PC performance settings guide.

Moon Sweepers Version History & Roadmap Overview

Below is the complete timeline of public patches deployed since Moon Sweepers launched on Steam on October 23, 2026:

Version	Release Date	Update Type	Primary Highlights	Official Source
v1.0.5	Oct 28, 2026	Major Overhaul	Building rework, Move Mode (`R`), 100% dismantle refund, DX11/DX12 fix	Steam Announcement
v1.0.4	Oct 25, 2026	Major Content	J.O.O.N.A.S. autonomy, Night Vision Goggles (`N`), 5 auto backups	Steam Announcement
v1.0.3	Oct 24, 2026	Balance & Co-op	Shared crew Upgrade Matrix, host kick/ban, garage vehicle saving	Steam Announcement
v1.0.2	Oct 23, 2026	Hotfix	Day-one matchmaking stability, multiplayer lobby desync fixes	Steam Announcement
v1.0.1	Oct 23, 2026	Hotfix	Initial launch physics fixes and controller button mapping	Steam Announcement
v1.0.0	Oct 23, 2026	Official Launch	Initial Steam release featuring 50 sq km lunar surface & co-op	Steam Store

Moon Sweepers Patch 1.0.5: Building System Overhaul & Logistics

Released: October 28, 2026 • Official Source: Steam Community Update 1.0.5

Patch 1.0.5 represents the largest mechanical update to date, removing previous friction points in base expansion and logistics.

1. Complete Building System Overhaul

Build Anywhere on Dusty Ground: Structures, foundations, and conveyor poles can now be placed directly on uncleared lunar regolith. Ground beneath new foundations is flattened automatically upon placement, eliminating the tedious requirement to sweep bare terrain first.
Move Mode (R Key): Players can equip the building tool and press R to pick up any placed structure, storage silo, or foundation piece along with everything resting on top of it. Repositioning structures is completely free.
100% Full Dismantle Refund: Demolishing structures now refunds 100% of construction materials (up from 75%), removing economic penalties for reorganizing late-game factories.
Foundation Snapping for Machines: Heavy machinery (including the Stone Press and Compressors) now snaps square to foundation tiles or adheres to a 0.5-meter grid. Use the mouse wheel to rotate in 90° increments (or 30° on hexagonal tiles). Press F to toggle free placement.
Copy Rotation & Style: Middle-clicking any placed structure copies its rotation, material tier, and visual style directly to your active build hand.

2. J.O.O.N.A.S. Autonomous Robot Improvements

Smart Multi-Catcher Distribution: J.O.O.N.A.S. now fires capsules toward the emptiest Capsule Catcher within a 100-meter cluster. Once catchers reach 80% capacity, it redistributes launches to neighboring catchers, preventing bottle-neck overflows.
Boundary Completion Fix: Resolved an issue where distant cleaned sectors stalled at 99.9% completion.
Dead-Zone Removal: Fixed an issue where robot parking spots created permanent dead-zones where foundations could not be placed.

3. Quality of Life & Engine Stability

DX11 & DX12 World Load Freeze Fix: Resolved a critical issue causing the game to hang (“Not Responding”) 30 seconds after loading heavily-developed bases.
Vehicle Camera Toggle: Added a toggle under Settings > Controls for “Vehicle camera follows behind”. Turning this off prevents the camera from snapping behind vehicles during precision maneuvers.
Multiplayer Belt Collaboration: Crewmates can now freely snap splitters and mergers onto conveyor belts constructed by other players.
Garage Silo Notifications: Vehicle garages now explicitly display diagnostic alerts (e.g., “Connect a conveyor belt to its outfeed”) when internal regolith bins are full.

Moon Sweepers Patch 1.0.4: J.O.O.N.A.S. Autonomy & Night Vision

Released: October 25, 2026 • Official Source: Steam Community Update 1.0.4

1. Autonomous Robotics Rework

Self-Sufficient J.O.O.N.A.S.: Automated cleaning robots now clean hexagonal sectors from the perimeter inward until 100% complete, eliminating redundant trips back to docking bays.
On-the-Fly Launching: Robots fire regolith capsules directly to nearby Capsule Catchers without stopping their cleaning brushes.

2. Gear & Suit Upgrades

Night Vision Goggles ($350): Added to the outpost supply kiosk. Pressing N cycles through helmet lamp, high-clarity night vision goggles, and lights-off. Night vision provides clear, daytime-equivalent visibility during the 6-minute lunar night.
Suit HUD Indicators: Added real-time indicators for thruster jetpack charges, active illumination mode, and gravity boot locks.

Moon Map Teleport Panel: Opening the station console now reveals a teleportation panel listing all 12 synchronized outpost stations for instant fast-travel.
Waypoint Marking: Right-clicking anywhere on the radar console places team-wide directional chevrons projected on both astronaut suits and vehicle windshield HUDs.

4. Data Safety & Performance

5 Automatic Local Backups: Save files automatically generate rolling backups in AppData\LocalLow\DragDropGames\MoonSweepers\Backups to prevent data loss. See our save file and backup guide for manual recovery steps.
DirectX 11 Default: Switched Windows default rendering pipeline to DirectX 11 for improved stability on AMD and Intel graphics cards.

Moon Sweepers Patch 1.0.3: Co-Op Shared Tech & Polish

Released: October 24, 2026 • Official Source: Steam Community Update 1.0.3

Shared Upgrade Matrix: The host’s Upgrade Matrix is now pooled across all connected players. Tech unlocked by any crewmate applies to the entire expedition.
Host Moderation Tools: Added kick and ban options directly inside the pause menu under YOUR CREW.
Vehicle Garage Retention: Fixed an issue where parked rovers despawned after host reconnections.
Performance Optimization: Delivered up to a 20% framerate increase on large, fully-automated industrial bases.

Moon Sweepers Patch 1.0.1 & 1.0.2: Day-One Hotfixes

Released: October 23, 2026 • Official Source: Steam Community Launch Hotfixes

Fixed initial multiplayer lobby connection timeouts.
Resolved low-gravity clipping issues when jumping onto moving conveyor ramps.
Added default button bindings for Xbox and PlayStation controllers.
Fixed an economy calculation bug where high-tier regolith contracts occasionally underpaid completion bounties.

Official Sources & Developer Communication Channels

To verify future game updates or participate in community playtests, follow the official developer channels:

Steam Community Hub: Moon Sweepers Steam News (Primary source for patch announcements).
Official Developer: DragDrop Games.
Community Wiki: Browse our guides directory or return to the home page for comprehensive tutorials, item stats, and building calculators.