The first version of the new optimized NPCs are now available and we are calling all testers to try it! They can be spawned in hundreds instead of dozens before lagging. They are relatively basic at the moment, things like melee combat and close up physics are still being worked on and there are many features still needing to be carried over - eventually these NPCs will have the same capabilities as the old less optimized physics AI such as command, armor values, etc. They will also come in individual variants later, as of now they can only be spawned in formation. Your goal is to try them out, push them to the limit, and give your highest priority requests for things to be improved upon or added to next!

Tester Objectives:

• Test out, record, and give feedback the new optimized NPCs: they currently come in formations 1) Line Infantry Formation 2) Hoplite Formation.
  
• Have them fight various units including the new Napoleonic Cavalry!
  
• Note: waypoints apply to ALL formation teams.
  
• Test out the 4 teams available, these only apply to the formations currently
  
• Make huge epic battles! Try all three new maps
  
• If there are any crashes, send a screenshot of the Crash Reporter popup window that appears
  
• Give us your general reaction and feelings about the new systems!
  
• Give requests on what you want to see next for these NPCs (systems like command, melee, individual NPCs, etc).
  

Three Levels You Should Visit To See NPCs Showcased:

• Napoleonic Formations
  
• Desert Ruins
  
• Soviet Run Demo
  

These maps are also more optimized than voxel maps!