Dear Settlers,
we will deploy a new version today.

DB wipe needs to be done, but everybody will get 5000 units from each new unit type so that you are able to play directly.
Start: 17:15
End: 18:30

Update: Maintenance Done.

Best,
Your "The Settlers Online" team

Hello Settlers

our coders investigated the problem with the locked zones and found the cause.

In about 15 minutes (5:30 pm UTC+1) we will restart the server. Unluckily, we have to wipe the db.

We will send a resource mail, including gems to fasten your start.

Update: Well, we have to do a bit more than simply restarting. We plan on being finished at about 6:30 pm UCT+1.

Update: The server is up and running again.

Thank you for your patience and sorry for the inconvenience. Happy settling!

BB_Mara

Hello dear Settlers

today we will deploy a new version on the testing server, so the server will be down for about 2 hours during the day.

As soon as I have an exact ETA, I will let you know.

The new version will contain some additional balancing changes to the old combat system, as well as some fixes for the new one. A more detailed changelog will follow.

Update: The deployment will take place at about 2:15 pm and will take around 45 minutes. I will keep you updated in case there are any changes.

Update: The deployment is done and the server is open again.

Happy settling!

BB_Mara

Dear Testers!

The first (early) version of the PVP / Expeditions feature is available.

You can find a Sneak Peek in the forum of your live instance.
Click on the according instance flag below:

Important notice:
If you speed up production in "Combat Armory" the weapons can be found
in the Star menu afterwards.

Have fun!
BB_Graubart 

Dear Testers!

Some testers reported generals not coming back.
A new version will be deployed today to solve this issue.

• Closing test server: ~12:30 CEST
• Back online: ~ 15:00 CEST
• Account wipe: Needed, but you'll get a new gift package

Greetings
BB_Graubart 

• Update: A little more time is needed (please see below)

Dear Settlers!

Today (25.09.2014) the test server will shut down to prepair for updates. The First public PVP test version will be deployed during downtime.

• Date: 25th of September 2014
• Start: approx. 12:00 CEST
• Back Online: 25th of September 17:00 ~18:00 CEST.
• Account wipe: Account wipe/reset WILLtake place

Happy testing!
BB_Kaurkal

Dear Testers!

Both load-tests resulted in high load and useful data - you made it! The according reward will be sent on Friday - details will be posted in your live game instances.

EXPANDABLE ISLANDS

• The feature is available until tomorrow approx. 12:00 CEST
• Brief forum post > how it works <

PVP VERSION - TOMORROW

• First public PVP test starts tomorrow, around 17:00 (CEST)
• Servers will be closed for update tomorrow around 12:00 (CEST)
• Expandable islands feature will be removed
• Account wipes are needed again

Best,
BB_Graubart 

Dear Load-Testers!

Today the second load task comes with expandable islands!
As usual: Create load like crazy by adding new buildings and playing adventures.

How to use the additional island space

1. Use your explorer to reveal the new additional sectors 
2. Go to the shop and open the “Black market” category 
3. Acquire the item “Small island deed” 
4. Use the item “Small island deed” (star menu) on the new islands to capture them
5. Open the building menu and build the “Island Storehouse” on the new islands

The "Island Storehouse" is needed to unlock new island extensions.
The regular storehouse is needed to unlock main island sectors.
The current "Island Storehouse" graphics are placeholders. 

Happy conquering!
BB_Graubart

Dear Load-Testers!

The first load test was successful yesterday. Today you can check out the new expandable island feature for the first time!

GAME UPDATE 

• Update start: ~12:00 (CEST) // 03:00 (PST)
• Downtime duration: approx. 1 hour
• Account: No wipe, you keep your progress

SECOND LOAD TEST - DETAILS

• Time span: ~13:00 - 20:00 (CEST) // 04:00 - 11:00 (PST)
• Goal: Create load and use the new islands: add many buildings
• Gifts: If today's server load again, a gift package will be sent on Friday to all regular game accounts of all language versions that have been active this week.

Happy expanding!
BB_Graubart 

Dear Testers,

Update 19:40 CEST: SUCCESS OF DAY 1 - Thanks!

we're about to achieve the goals of test day 1:

1. Please focus on adding new buildings to your island
2. Updgrade existing buildings
3. Play adventures
4. Further testers are still needed

Next steps tomorrow:

• A new version will be tested
• You will keep today's island (no wipe!)

Happy testing!
BB_Graubart