StarWraith 3D Games announces an updated Evochron Mercenary is now available, updating the space combat simulator to version 1.208. As always the new version operates as a full installer, a patch for previous versions, and a playable demo. The update, which is required for multiplayer compatibility, is available on the game's downloads page. The change list follows.

• Talison war zone updated with easier combat objectives for new players.
• Combat Pilot role now starts player in Talison war zone with immediate access to combat contracts.
• Shadow effect added to descent/docking guide bars for improved visibility in planet clouds and nebulae.
• Shadow effect also added to the HUD strafe indicator for improved visibility in planet clouds and nebulae.
• Clan territory control values now do not decrease over time when at least one member of the clan is online.
• Voice chat system updated for improved compatibility and performance on a wider range of systems.
• Clan territory control values in multiplayer now hold at 100% for a longer period of time.
• 'Arc' control sensitivity mode integrated with the standard 'Medium' and 'Low' options.
• Gas planets with vertical ring orientations adjusted to be aligned on the equator.
• 'Clan Only' mode added to quadrant map for viewing only player's clan levels.
• Player built station capacity doubled and additional integrity system added.
• Planet ring dust clouds not properly reappearing after respawn fixed.
• Adjustable IDS throttle scale options added (1X-5X selectable).
• IDS throttle scale mode indicator added to ship status display.
• Duplicate equipment installation in station hangars fixed.
• New position options added for custom text fonts.
• Lightning added to gas giant planet atmospheres.
• Pay for territory control increased 10 times.
• Several minor bug fixes.