Many buildings have hidden basements or attics containing rare car parts or pristine shiny rims. Pro-Tips for Your Journey
Scavenging has been expanded. A new, rare material called Arid Alloy can now be found inside meteorite craters and deep cave systems. This alloy is twice as light as standard metal but more brittle. It is best used for cosmetic panels rather than structural engine parts.
One of the most interesting new mechanics in this update involves the game's lighting system. The Long Drive v2024.10.17b
While the road seems endless, structures periodically spawn along the wayside. These locations are critical for scavenging parts, fuel, and weapons.
Before this patch, the horizon was a static heat-shimmer line. In v2024.10.17b, players noticed that the horizon moved . If you drove for 20 minutes in a straight line, the horizon would subtly curve away from you, as if the desert was a sphere you were rolling across the inside of. Compasses became useless. Sunsets lasted for hours or minutes with no consistency. One player documented driving directly toward a mountain for 3 real-time hours, only to have it remain exactly the same distance away. The game was no longer a line; it was a trap. Many buildings have hidden basements or attics containing
Final thought v2024.10.17b nudges The Long Drive toward a steadier, more rewarding experience without losing its core loneliness and improvisational charm. The changes favor thoughtful planning and appreciation of small moments over brute-force survival, so pack smart, listen closely, and enjoy the road.
Requires pure Diesel fuel. These engines are incredibly fuel-efficient but feature a slower acceleration curve. Fluid Color Identification Guide This alloy is twice as light as standard
The Long Drive isn't about fast-paced action. It is a game about the relationship between you, a random, rusted-out car, and 5,000 kilometers of empty road. 1. Intense Atmospheric Survival
Let's be honest—you don't play The Long Drive for polished perfection. You play for the moments when a rock launches your car into orbit. retains many beloved (or hated) glitches:
The Long Drive is infamous for its physics engine, where placing a simple can of soda on the dashboard can cause the entire car to flip. The 10.17b update aims to fix the thin metal bars, providing a tighter "Physics Lock" to ensure items stay where you put them. Fixing the "Purple" Bug
This article explores what this patch brings to the table and why, despite its janky reputation, The Long Drive remains an unparalleled driving experience. What’s New in v2024.10.17b?