As of mid-2026, the game has evolved significantly. While the 1.5 update (released in 2024) brought "quality of life" features like wall lamps and crawling mechanics, the and its accompanying Odyssey DLC have redefined the late-game experience.

: Introduces the Empire, psychic powers (psycasts), and high-tech weaponry.

If you specifically need , this is often used by players who want to maintain compatibility with older, unupdated mods. Anomaly (DLC) - RimWorld Wiki

: New planetary and orbital biomes have been added, providing fresh challenges for seasoned survivors. The Core DLC Collection

If you haven't played since the 1.4 era, several "base game" features will surprise you: