Ascension paths (Psionic, Synthetic, Genetic, and Cybernetic) were reworked into full Tradition trees rather than just a pair of perks.

This version introduced a major overhaul to naval combat. Smaller ships (Corvettes/Frigates) became more viable against capital ships, and the "minimum range" mechanic was added to many large weapons.

A new ship class, the Frigate, was introduced. These are small, specialized ships designed to carry torpedoes and hunt larger targets. Troubleshooting & Technical Notes