The Alpha 59 update was a turning point for the game’s world-building, focusing heavily on exploration and environmental immersion:
A massive new area was added to the western side of the map, featuring a large lake, waterfalls, forested regions, and beachfronts. Subsistence Free Download (Alpha 59.06)
Below is a blog post covering the highlights of the Alpha 59 era and where the game stands today. Exploring the Wilds: Subsistence Alpha 59 and Beyond The Alpha 59 update was a turning point