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What is Reforged Eden 2?

What RE2 is, how it plays, and what makes it different.

The Vision

Reforged Eden 2 (RE2) is a full scenario pack for Empyrion - Galactic Survival. It merges Reforged Galaxy and Project Eden into one exploration-focused package.

Compared to vanilla Empyrion, RE2 reworks nearly everything - blocks, weapons, POIs, planets, traders, missions and progression. The result is a slower, tougher and more rewarding survival game.

🌌 Core Philosophy

RE2 is designed around three core principles:

  • Exploration First - The galaxy is vast and full of secrets. Every star system holds something new to discover.
  • Slower, Meaningful Progression - Each step forward requires planning, resource gathering, and careful investment. There are no shortcuts.
  • Diverse Activities - Mining contracts, faction missions, base building, ship combat, planetary exploration, and more, so every playstyle has something to do.
// Key Features

What Makes RE2 Different

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Complete Block Overhaul

Nearly every block in the game has been rebalanced. Power requirements are overhauled, thrusters come in 3 tiers per size, and specialized crew now provides CPU bonuses.

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Weapon Tier System

Weapons are organized into 3 tiers with shared hard limits. Damage is normalized per tier, making weapon choice about strategy rather than raw power.

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Planets & POIs Remade

Planetary generation, gravity values, and resource distributions have been completely redesigned. POIs feature new layouts, factions, and challenges.

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Jump Gates & Wormholes

Recent additions include functional Jump Gates (just fly through them), Jump Beacons for warp-back home, and mysterious Stable Wormholes to random destinations.

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Mining Contracts

A complete overhaul of the mining economy. Accept contracts from factions, deliver ore at Orbital Refineries, and earn credits plus reputation.

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On-Foot Combat Revamped

The old class system is gone, replaced by weapon mods and armor specializations. NPC difficulty is properly balanced across Easy, Medium, and Hard.

👥 Major Factions

Pick a side - here are the major factions:

  • ● Polaris - The central authority. Trading hub, mining contracts, and the backbone of galactic commerce.
  • ● Colonists - Settlers and builders focused on expansion and establishing new outposts across the frontier.
  • ● Trade Federation - Merchants and smugglers who control the flow of goods through unofficial channels.
  • ● Zirax - Hostile alien faction. Avoid their POIs unless heavily armed - they are among the most dangerous opponents.
  • ● Kriel - Ancient aliens with advanced technology. Can be allies if you earn their trust, or deadly foes.

📋 RE1 vs RE2 - Key Differences

If you played Reforged Eden 1, here are the major changes in RE2:

  • CPU System - Limits lowered but blocks also use less CPU. Specialized crew now gives CPU bonuses.
  • Weapons - 3 tiers with shared hard limits. Damage normalized per tier for balanced gameplay.
  • Armor - Light/Medium/Heavy are specializations, not upgrades. 3 tiers of quality each.
  • Classes Removed - Old class system replaced by weapon mods and armor customization.
  • Jump Gates - New mechanic - just fly through them. No pentaxid cost or complex activation.
  • Mining Contracts - Complete redesign with faction-specific contracts and ore delivery systems.

🚀 Getting Started

To play Reforged Eden 2, you need:

  1. Empyrion - Galactic Survival on Steam (or compatible platform)
  2. Subscribe to the Reforged Eden 2 Beta on Steam Workshop
  3. Select "Reforged Eden 2" as your scenario when creating a new game
  4. For multiplayer, ensure all players have the scenario subscribed
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Pro Tip: Single-player saves may need a PDA update after major scenario updates. Check the Workshop page for the latest PDA update files.
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