Gamepires has confirmed that SCUM's full version 1.0 will release in the second quarter of 2025. Following their latest update, the development team is now fully focused on final preparations, with extensive work being done on mechanics, optimizations, and bug fixes across all departments. The studio has also outlined several post-launch features including controller support and server files.
SCUM Version 1.0 Officially Set for Q2 2025 Release
In their 124th development update, the team behind the hardcore survival game SCUM has officially confirmed what many prisoners on the island have been waiting for – version 1.0 will launch in the second quarter of 2025. While an exact date hasn't been announced, the developers emphasized this timeline is "set in stone," with more details promised in the coming months.
The announcement comes as Gamepires shifts all resources toward finalizing the game after releasing their most recent update. According to the development blog, every department is now prioritizing bug fixes and polishing the experience for the full release.
Current Development Focus: Fixing and Polishing
The programming team is tackling several key issues, including improvements to rain and wetness mechanics, first-person shadows, and the ocean opacity map. They're also enhancing the encounter manager, tutorial UI highlighting, and localization systems while implementing new survival tips and codex pages.
Meanwhile, the level design team is addressing bugs with asphalt roads and refining the landscape wetness function – crucial elements for SCUM's immersive open world. The animation team continues work on weapon fixes and vehicle animations, particularly for the tractor and upcoming trailer.
What's Coming After Version 1.0?
Perhaps most interesting for longtime players are the confirmations about post-launch features. The developers have officially confirmed several key points:
- Controller support will be added after version 1.0 launches
- Server files will be released post-launch
- Mod support is being considered but not yet confirmed
- New content and features are planned for all players after 1.0
In response to community concerns, the developers also clarified they have "no intention of locking content behind a paywall," noting their last DLC was released over a year ago. Instead, they emphasized their focus on delivering planned features and ensuring a smooth launch experience.
Technical Improvements Across All Departments
The hard surface team is reworking the tire repair kit, improving item LODs (Level of Detail), and making adjustments to vehicles including the Kinglet Mariner and tractor. They're also creating new tractor icons and optimizing the Rager vehicle.
Sound designers are fixing audio bugs and making edits for DEENA, while the soft surface team prepares assets for an upcoming trailer. The game design team continues to improve the codex and add new survival tips to help players navigate the complex survival mechanics.
What Players Want to Know About Server Files and Mods
The confirmation of server files coming post-launch addresses one of the community's most requested features. For players hoping to run their own servers or create custom experiences, this is significant news.
Regarding mod support, the developers acknowledged the strong interest but couldn't provide definitive answers, stating: "If mod support does come to the game, it will definitely be sometime after 1.0. It's not off the table, but we can't provide any definitive answers just yet."
With the second quarter of 2025 now locked in as the release window, fans of this detailed survival simulator can look forward to the culmination of nearly seven years of Early Access development. As March 17, 2025 approaches, we'll continue to follow Gamepires' progress toward delivering the complete prison island experience.