Novetus Devlog - itch.io

How to join your own server

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:15:36 GMT

Hi all, I noticed some people in the Novetus discord server having issues with joining their own server. I plan on adding a new feature in the next version that will make this easier but it’s basica...

Video update related to Novetus

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:36:25 GMT

Hi all! I just recorded a voice message regarding Novetus’ future...

"The operation was canceled by the user" workaround.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 03:58:14 GMT

Hi all. It’s been a while. I noticed that the previous posts didn’t have my current recommendations on how to fix this issue, so I decided to rewrite the post to streamline it and delisted the ori...

Announcement regarding the itch.io forums. New forum announcement

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 04:21:50 GMT

Hi all, I wanted to post a statement regarding the itch.io forums. While the forums have been fundamental in Novetus development, more attention has been (clearly) focused on the Discord server. In ad...

Notice about impersonators

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 18:08:17 GMT

I have just been informed that there are impersonators out there on itch.io. I don't mind Novetus fan projects, but I do mind impersonation. THE OFFICIAL LINK TO NOVETUS IS https://bitl.itch.io/novetu...

1.3 v3.2024.2

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 19:16:47 GMT

1.3 v3.2024.2 Changes from 1.3 v3.2024.1: - Fixed a bug where kicked players don't fully disconnect from the server. - Removed the ShadersCompatibility plugin due to security issues. - Losing connecti...

v 1.3 v3.2024.1 [URGENT]

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 06:57:11 GMT

1.3 v3.2024.1 Changes from 1.3 v8.2022.1: - Fixed bytecode and metatable security issues. - Discontinued the Lite version. - My setup has been configured for the 2.0 release which is smaller. This mea...

EDGE Snapshot v23.8783.34531.1

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 02:18:21 GMT

This post is related to a snapshot release. This is referring to an unfinished build that may be changed at any time. You have been warned. Notes: - This release was put out to address concerns from t...

1.3 v8.2022.1

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 13:32:30 GMT

1.3 v8.2022.1 Changes from 1.3 v2.2022.1: Notes: - If you want to use the new Mod Package Creator for the first time, make sure to use a clean, unmodified Novetus install. Any installed mods before th...

v1.3 v6.2022.1

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 18:27:07 GMT

1.3 v6.2022.1: Changes from 1.3 v2.2022.1: Enhancements: - The following maps are now converted to Universal places: - 2006 - Pirate Ship - 2008 - ROtris - 2008 - Grow a Brick - 2008 - Roblox HQ 2.0 -...

Reminder of the requirements to join the Novetus Discord Server.

Sun, 01 May 2022 15:41:52 GMT

Hi, I want to remind everyone on the requirements for joining the Novetus Discord server. You MUST be 13+ years or older and you MUST have a Roblox account that is 13+. Inviting people under 13 years...

1.3 v2.2022.1

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 21:48:35 GMT

1.3 v2.2022.1 Changes from v12.2021.2: New Features: Enhancements: - All places will now use the Novetus asset redirect. - All assets are now fixed on places. - Note that some places may crash Novetus...

1.3 v12.2021.2

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 21:12:51 GMT

1.3 v12.2021.2 Changes from v12.2021.1: Enhancements: - The "dlldelete" console command now toggles the setting instead of 2 seperate commands. - Added 1 new command: - altserverip - Sets the alt...

1.3 v12.2021

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 16:52:59 GMT

1.3 v12.2021.1 Changes from v11.2021.1: New Features: - The Asset SDK Asset Localizer is now known as the Asset Fixer! - Added the ability to "fix" all asset URLs by changing them to a URL of your cho...

1.3 HAS RELEASED!!!!!

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 23:52:32 GMT

Hi everyone, I'm proud to announce that 1.3 is released . In addition, I have opened up the Discord server to invites. I have created a infinite invite, but normal users are now able to set up their o...

1.3 releases on November 11th, 2021!

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 15:45:13 GMT

Novetus 1.3 will release on November 11th, 2021! Watch the new Rise of the Killbots trailer now!...

Novetus 1.3 - Rise of the Killbots Trailer Premiere

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 01:17:17 GMT

Witness the fall of ROBLOXia when the Novetus 1.3 "Rise of the KIllbots" trailer premieres tomorrow at 9:00 MST!...

1.3 Pre Release 5 is live!

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 01:22:30 GMT

1.3 Pre-Release 5 1.3: - Improved logging even further. - Fixed issues with moving files. - Fixed up downloading in the Asset SDK. - Fixed the files of the White/Brown Cowboy Hat not being available...

1.3 Pre-Release 4

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 02:00:03 GMT

1.3 Pre-Release 4 1.3: - Renamed NovetusLauncher to NovetusBootstrapper. - Added hat mesh scaling to the Item Creation SDK. - Added more requirement checks to the Item Creation SDK. - Added the option...

1.3 Pre Release 3 is live!

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 23:15:54 GMT

I have just pushed out the FINAL pre-release before launch, Pre-Release 3! Changelog is below. 1.3 Pre-Release 3 1.3: - Updated Readme file. - Added titles to legacy batch files. - Added MANY splashes...

1.3 Pre Release 2 is live!

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 18:31:21 GMT

An update has been released for the PRE-RELEASE version of 1.3. Note that this is a BETA release and shouldn't be interpreted as a full release. 1.3 Pre-Release 2 1.3: - Fixed an issue where the serve...

1.3 release announcement

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 18:54:58 GMT

Hi everyone, I am proud to announce that not only will 1.3 be releasing on itch.io , but it will also be released on Game Jolt and archive.org as well! As 1.3 is the final major version of Novetus, it...

1.3 Pre Release hotfix is live!

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 17:09:37 GMT

1.3 Pre-Release 1 (Hotfix 1) 1.3: - Fixed an issue where the majority of clients are seen as "modified". - Fixed itch.io manifest...

1.3 Pre Release is live! (Version 1.3 Snapshot (7702.16160.1))

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 16:51:33 GMT

Hi. Recently, I have released 1.3 Pre Release 1. This is so far the biggest beta release and is one of the final releases before 1.3's launch. So far, this is the largest update in Novetus' history, a...

An update on Novetus' development.

Sat, 19 Sep 2020 20:22:01 GMT

I would like to announce something, 1.2.5 will be the last major feature update to come to Novetus. Bugfixes and content packs will still be released but not much else. I believe that Novetus has ple...

An important update to the important update.

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 17:37:39 GMT

Turns out I accidently broke everything. 1.2.5 Snapshot (7510.18896.2) 1.2.5: - Fixed an issue where most Universal maps didn't function properly. - Fixed an issue where files converted with the Asse...

IMPORTANT UPDATE (1.2.5 Snapshot (7510.14630.1))

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 15:36:54 GMT

I normally don't promote snapshot releases, but this is an exception. As of today or yesterday, Roblox has begun converting all texture files on its servers from jpg/png to ktx. As a result, this has...

1.2.4 and 1.2.4.1

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 01:24:05 GMT

1.2.4.1 - Novetus will create a Roblox directory in appdata if one doesn't exist. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1.2.4 ( was released as another 1.2.3 >:...

1.2.3

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 02:01:04 GMT

(last update i swear) 1.2.3 - Fixed an issue where launching the ClientScript Tester through the SDK would try to launch the currently selected client...

1.2.2

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 01:02:31 GMT

1.2.2 - Fixed an issue where changing the folder's name prevents clients from loading maps. - Novetus applications will now save logs. Feel free to send parts of them to me if you get an error!...

1.2.1 (Lite Patch 1)

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 17:35:39 GMT

A new lite patch has been released. 1.2.1 (Lite Patch 1) - Further reduced file size by lowering the file size of PHP...

1.2.1

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 17:01:14 GMT

1.2.1 - Fixed the "Input string wasn't in the correct format" error when loading splashes. - Further reduced the file size of the Lite version. (the lite download page had to be remade from scratch as...

1.2 (Lite Patch 2)

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 15:49:41 GMT

1.2 (Lite Patch 2, also known as Lite Patch 1 on itch.io) - Fixed an issue where the launcher wasn't able to launch...

1.2 (Lite Patch 1)

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 15:38:36 GMT

A new Novetus patch has been released for the Lite version. 1.2 (Lite Patch 1) - Removed the 2006S-Shaders, 2007M-Shaders, 2006S, and 2009E clients as they are not popular with users. - These clients...

1.2 DAY TWO

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 14:53:51 GMT

Hi everyone! Today's the day! After 4 months in development, hopefully it'll be worth the wait . Before that, however, i'm going to talk about a few more features for 1.2, as well as some post-releas...

1.2 DAY ONE

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 19:26:34 GMT

Hi everyone! How long has it been since a Novetus update? 1.2 was in development for 4 long months. Remember 4 months ago when you were allowed to go outside without getting sick? I sure do, and it's...

v1.1

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:40:55 GMT

A new update for Novetus has been released. 1.1 - Fixed a bug where NovetusCMD would report the wrong process ID with the "-outputinfo" command line option. - Added the "splashtester" command for the...