Substrata Updates: Mac Build Fixed & Performance Improvements

🖥️ Mac Users Can Finally Join

By Substrata
Jun 30, 2025, 4:22 PM
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Substrata released two significant updates:

  • Mac Version Fix: New Mac build available with temporarily disabled SSAO/SSGI features
  • Version 1.​6 Highlights:
    • Implemented asynchronous GPU uploading for faster loading
    • New optimized mesh format reducing GPU memory by 50%
    • Download sizes reduced by 75%

All updates available at substrata.​info

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Substrata Updates: Tree Collision Fixes & Nature Exploration

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Substrata Mac Build Update

The Mac version of Substrata virtual world has received a critical update, though with some temporary feature limitations. - Mac build is now functional and available at [substrata.info](https://substrata.info) - SSAO/SSGI (Screen Space Ambient Occlusion/Global Illumination) features temporarily disabled for Mac users - New car feature added to both Mac and web builds *Note: These changes ensure better stability for Mac users while development continues.*

Substrata Upgrades Graphics with Advanced Screen Space Effects

Substrata Upgrades Graphics with Advanced Screen Space Effects

Substrata has implemented cutting-edge screen space ambient occlusion (SSAO) and screen space global illumination (SSGI) in its latest update. These advanced graphics features enhance the visual quality of the virtual world. The open-source platform continues to improve following its November 2023 optimization update, which achieved up to 5x better performance through efficient draw call reduction. - SSAO adds depth and realism to 3D scenes - SSGI provides more accurate lighting effects - Full source code available for community review Try it at [Substrata.info](https://substrata.info)

Substrata Adds Custom Car Scripting Features

Substrata metaverse introduces new vehicle scripting capabilities, allowing users to add and customize their own car models. Key features: - Summon vehicles using Ctrl + Shift + C - Add custom car models to the platform - Wheel movement supported through model rigging Detailed documentation available at [Substrata Car Scripting](https://substrata.info/car_scripting) and [Vehicle Scripting Guide](https://substrata.info/vehicle_scripting). Join the Discord community to discuss implementation and share your creations.

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