We have been working hard on the biggest rework and update for New Heights to date. The update will land near the end of 2025, though a beta version will be accessible in September.

It replaces the respawning system with a full rope physics based belaying system! Including a (limited) rapelling mode.

The climbing system is being reworked to be much more consistent, flexible, realistic, performant and user friendly.

Existing locations are being reworked in much higher detail. Most notable Al Lègne and the castle Crèvecoeur have been upgraded significantly. Routes have also been reworked, and a few 'mega-routes' have been added.

As requested by some members of our community, a 'Textureless surface scan' mode is added to the game. In some places, this makes it easier for you to see the exact surface without being distracted by non-existing features the texture.

A funny / bonus First Person View mode is also being developed! Don't expect a perfect experience, but it's nice for a change of view. And a challenge :p

Many more customization options are being added as well. And more.

Detailed development updates can be found on the Discord channel!

https://discord.gg/2DqPft9tnk