Since an official patch is unlikely, the community has achieved v1.1.01 through mods. If you want the "v1.1.01 experience," install (RML) and the following mods:
: Build extra platforms on the edges to protect your core machines (grill/purifier) from being eaten. Essential Early Crafting Order Why you need it Building Hammer
– for followers to catch up via snapshot instead of replaying logs. Raft v1.1.01
: Varuna Point, Temperance, and the final destination, Utopia.
Safe sailing, sailors.
: Craft these immediately. Fill the purifier with saltwater, add planks, and wait for fresh water. Simple Grill
To understand the importance of v1.1.01, one must understand the game’s trajectory. Raft began as a simple prototype on Itch.io. The premise was hypnotic: debris floated by on the current, and players had to snag it with their hook to expand their tiny floating platform. Sharks circled, threatening to eat the player and gnaw on the raft’s foundations. It was minimalist, addictive, and brimming with potential. Since an official patch is unlikely, the community
: The Social UI can now be closed instantly by pressing the Escape (ESC) key, streamlining the menu experience. The Context of Version 1.1