Green Hell: Exploring the Latest Pre Update Betas and What They Mean for Players
Green Hell, the immersive survival experience set deep in the Amazon rainforest, continues to captivate its community with fresh content and meaningful improvements. Currently boasting an average player count of 9,194, the game is steadily growing its fanbase thanks to its engaging gameplay and regular updates. Most recently, the developers have launched two significant Pre Update Betas (PUBs) that promise to reshape the way players interact with the world and their bases: the Storage & Transportation Update and the Building Update. Both betas are now live on Steam, inviting players to test new features, provide feedback, and prepare for their eventual full release.
Storage & Transportation Update: Streamlining Survival Logistics
One of the biggest challenges in Green Hell has always been managing the vast array of resources players must gather to survive. The upcoming Storage & Transportation Update is designed to tackle this head-on by introducing several new tools and mechanics that make hauling and storing items more efficient and intuitive.
At the heart of this update is the Sled, a brand-new transportation device that allows players to move heavy objects that simply won’t fit into their backpacks. The Sled can carry two different types of heavy objects simultaneously, making it an invaluable asset when transporting bulky resources like stones or logs across the dense jungle terrain.
Complementing the Sled is the Elevator, a clever new construction that enables players to transport heavy materials vertically-whether to upper floors of their bases or to newly introduced Tree Houses (more on those shortly). This addition alleviates the tedious and often dangerous task of manually climbing with heavy loads, adding a layer of convenience and safety.
The update also introduces a variety of new storage options, including the Shelf and Hanging Shelf, which serve as universal storage solutions for most items carried in the backpack-excluding weapons and sticks. Additionally, the Small Storage Basket and Large Storage Basket replace the older Small and Big Stone Stands, offering improved capacity and the ability to hold a wider range of objects such as stones, obsidian, charcoal, bones, planks, and even mud bricks.
To further enhance storage versatility, many existing stands-like the Leaf Stand, Log Stand, Stick Stand, and Long Stick Stand-have been revamped to become more universal. For example, the Leaf Stand can now store both Banana and Palm leaves, reducing clutter and simplifying inventory management. Bamboo versions of all storage stands have also been added, providing aesthetically pleasing and thematic options for players who prefer a natural look for their bases.
Beyond new furniture, the update improves the core mechanics of item storage and retrieval. Players can now place items into storage with a single button press and remove them with another, eliminating unnecessary delays. Animations for picking up items have been removed, allowing for faster, more fluid inventory management. The Blueprint Snapping System has also been refined, making it easier to align new constructions with existing ones precisely.
Building Update: Expanding Horizons with Tree Houses and More
While the Storage & Transportation Update focuses on logistics, the Building Update is all about expanding the creative possibilities for players’ bases and shelters. This update introduces a range of new constructions and building mechanics that significantly diversify how players can interact with the environment.
Perhaps the most exciting addition is the ability to build Tree Houses. Players can now construct wooden or bamboo Tree Houses on the largest trees in the jungle-specifically those covered with Indigo Blue Leptonia Mushrooms and Banisteriopsis Vine. For thinner trees that cannot be cut down and are often covered with ivy, players can build Tree Platforms, which serve as sturdy foundations for elevated shelters. To connect these elevated structures, a new Footbridge construction has been added, allowing for seamless traversal between treetops.
To access these lofty abodes, players must build Climbing Places, which facilitate safe and efficient ascents. Tree Houses themselves can be built with two floors, offering ample space for storage, crafting, and resting above the dangers of the jungle floor.
Another novel construction introduced in this update is the Floating Platform, which lets players build multi-floor bases on water. This opens up new strategic options for survival, such as avoiding ground-based predators and flooding.
The update also brings a new weapon, the Heavy Stone Axe, which complements the expanded building options and resource gathering mechanics. Players can now also craft Triangular Constructions using wooden or bamboo frames, adding architectural variety to their bases. Wooden and bamboo Doors have been introduced, giving players the ability to secure their shelters and signal whether they are open to visitors or wary of intruders.
Additional quality-of-life improvements include the ability to place multiple ghost constructions simultaneously, making building faster and more efficient. The in-game Notebook has been redesigned to be slimmer and more concise, simplifying navigation through construction blueprints and material lists. Players can now also cut down Big Palms, Logs, Stumps, and Branches, clearing pathways and customizing their environment more thoroughly.
How to Participate in the Pre Update Betas
Both the Storage & Transportation and Building Updates are currently available as Pre Update Betas on Steam. These betas allow players to experience new features before their official release and provide valuable feedback to the developers to help balance and polish the content.
To join either beta, players must have Green Hell added to their Steam library and downloaded. From there, they can right-click on the game in their library, navigate to the “Properties” menu, and select the appropriate beta branch. Detailed instructions and further information are available on the official Green Hell Steam page and community forums.
Looking Ahead: What These Updates Mean for Green Hell
With these two major updates in the pipeline, Green Hell is poised to deepen its survival simulation and building mechanics significantly. The Storage & Transportation Update addresses long-standing pain points related to inventory management and resource hauling, making survival smoother and more strategic. Meanwhile, the Building Update opens up exciting new ways for players to express creativity and adapt to the jungle environment, encouraging exploration and experimentation.
Both updates demonstrate the developers’ commitment to evolving Green Hell based on player feedback and community involvement. By inviting players to test these features early through Pre Update Betas, the game ensures a more refined and balanced experience upon full release.
For fans of survival games and immersive jungle adventures, Green Hell’s latest betas offer a glimpse into a richer, more dynamic world. Whether you’re hauling heavy loads with a sled, building your dream treehouse, or crafting new bamboo structures, there’s never been a better time to dive back into the unforgiving Amazon.