Transmission from Cole Mercer, Chief Reactor Engineer
Howdy, Commanders—
Cole Mercer here, broadcastin’ from deep inside the command bunker...
When Reactor Ops first went live a year ago, the dream was simple: make it easier to run your own BattleTech campaign without drownin’ in spreadsheets and browser tabs.
Well, that dream’s just gone operational.
Hello friends!
I just realized today marks the one-year anniversary of the launch of Reactor Ops — and what better time to share a preview of the very idea that started this whole journey: the Campaign Manager.
When I began building Reactor Ops a year ago, the goal was simple — to make it easier to play BattleTech campaigns. Thanks to your support, we...
2025-10-13 02:28:22 +0000 UTC View Post
TL;DR: We just crossed 1,000 registered users (🥳). Since launch in Oct 2024 we shipped Hangar Vaults, OpFor Generator, Formation Builder + Saved Rosters, major UI/Search upgrades, enhanced charts, and full Alpha Strike support. Next up: the Campaign Manager (Chaos Campaign for everyone; Mercenaries Chaos Campaign 2025-09-04 03:35:30 +0000 UTC View Post
Howdy, Commanders—
Cole Mercer here, broadcastin’ from deep inside the Vault.
Back when Reactor Ops first launched the Hangar Vault system, the goal was simple: give players a place to stash their models and use 'em as search filters. But y’all had bigger plans — inventory tracking, paint status, export tools… the works.
Well, this update makes good on all...
2025-08-05 04:05:28 +0000 UTC View PostSince launching Hangar Vaults earlier this year, one thing's been clear—you folks wanted more.
More room. More control. More ways to manage your models.
Turns out a lot of you are using Vaults not just for filtering units in search, but to actually track your collection. And hey—makes total sense.
So here's what just landed in the preview build (supporters o...
2025-07-29 03:49:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, folks!
The "Hangar Vault" is perhaps one of the most popular Reactor Ops features.
Help me make it even better by responding to the survey below.
A quick note on the timeline of releases over the next few months: Once we release a revised Hangar Vault - one shaped by your input - we are then going to launch an assault on (ahem begin developing) the "Campaign Manager".
-BattleMaster 1-G
Howdy, Commanders—
Cole Mercer here, and this one’s been a long time comin’.
Since day one, folks’ve been askin’ when Alpha Strike support would roll into Reactor Ops. Well… strap in. Because v0.9.5 just touched down, and Alpha Strike’s finally on deck.
New filters. New stats. New exports. Whether you’re a Classic diehard or an Alpha Strike operator ...
2025-06-28 19:12:10 +0000 UTC View Post
A normal human being might have slowed down a bit after unleashing the Gargadon that was 0.9.4...
But not your pal, BattleMaster-1G.
Tonight I bring you the pre-release preview for Phase One of Alpha Strike support in Reactor Ops.
This includes, among many other enhancements:
Complete Alpha Strike data for all units (except Dropships)
Full set of Alpha Strike search filters
MechWarriors,
Command’s putting together the next round of development priorities, and your input matters. If there’s a feature you’ve been quietly wishing for — or loudly demanding — now’s the time to speak up.
Rate each proposed addition below. Your feedback helps us steer resources where they’ll do the most good. I’ll be compiling the results and passing them along to the dev team (along with a few well-placed nudges).
Thanks for taking a moment. ...
2025-05-01 04:36:23 +0000 UTC View Post
Ready to move beyond pickup games? Reactor Ops 0.9.4 makes getting into BattleTech campaign play faster, easier, and more immersive. Build structured forces, assign pilots, generate an Order of Battle, and prepare to launch full-scale campaigns with ease. Whether you're a veteran or new to narrative play, Reactor Ops gets you campaign-ready — fast.
Start building. Start commanding. Start campaigning.
2025-04-28 18:00:20 +0000 UTC View Post
Howdy, Commanders—
Cole Mercer here, bringin’ you the latest payload fresh outta the Reactor Ops workshop: v0.9.4! And lemme tell ya—this one ain’t just an upgrade... it’s a full-on force multiplier.
We’re talkin’ saved forces, formation engines, campaign-ready rosters—all built to make sure your lance is ready to march, roll, or stomp through any campaign you can cook up. No more spreadsheet scavenger hunts. No more cross-referencing t...
2025-04-28 05:17:19 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, dear friends and MechWarriors!
Linked you can find the 'hype trailer' for the upcoming release.
This will be a massive update that has the potential to supercharge Campaign play for Classic BattleTech. The release will also include improvements to existing features based on your suggestions.
I have reuploaded the video to relaunch it with a better title and thumbnail - the two most important parts of any YouTube video. (One day I'll learn not to break my own rules...
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Patrons:
Here's your early access to the v0.9.4 release preview trailer: "The Node".
"The Node" is a noir-inspired 'macguffin', and not the name of a feature in the release. It was a way to have fun and continue telling the story of Reactor Ops, and developing this story is often for me a welcome diversion from the coding stuff.
However, this trailer will give you a nice, concise overview of what features to expect in the release.
The updat...
Hello, again, folks —
I’ve put together a short feature request form to help gather your ideas in a more organized way. This will be the 'default' way for us to ensure your requests are recorded and organized. If you have previously submitted a request in the Patreon chat, consider also making that request in the form below.
However, you are always welcome to make feature requests directly in Patreon chat. But sometimes you might want to articulate longer ideas or share your ...
2025-03-27 07:07:46 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, my friends —
First, a quick update on the upcoming release: I’m aiming to roll out v0.9.4 in the first half of April. You’ll be getting an updated and improved preview build by the end of this week.
But the main reason for this message is to ask for your input on a key part of Reactor Ops unit search: Era and Faction filters.
This is one of the most frequently asked-about features...
2025-03-27 06:43:07 +0000 UTC View PostPatrons, the time has come!
You can now access the latest features in the Reactor Ops Test Environment:
https://reactoropsstaging-d486b1774322.herokuapp.com/
WHAT’S NEW?
Hello, folks!
Work on the Formation Builder is fully underway! We now have the logic in place to procedurally generate rules-official formations from Campaign Operations.
This system allows you to take a list of saved units (up to 60 for supporters) and, based on rules you define, randomly assign them to formations of your choosing—such as Assault Lance, Direct Fire L...
2025-02-05 04:16:30 +0000 UTC View Post
Howdy, Commanders—
Cole Mercer here, ready to power up the latest and greatest from the Reactor Ops lab: v0.9.32! And let me tell ya, it’s packed tighter than a fusion core with upgrades, new gadgets, and a whole lotta polish.
First up, we’re rolling out user accounts, giving you a way to make Reactor Ops truly your own. Then there’s the new Command Page, where you’ll start organizing forces like a proper field marshal...
2025-01-14 07:06:30 +0000 UTC View Post
I forgot to mention another key aspect of the latest preview build...
When you Export Force to MegaMek, you will now simply generate a .mul file, which you can easily use for Flechs, as below:
In the future (next release after this one, I hope), you'll be able to assign your own Pilot Names - where you can choose from several prebuilt thematic name lists I have cooking...
2025-01-05 09:37:23 +0000 UTC View PostHello, again!
I have steady progress to report on the new version of Reactor Ops...
There is a new preview build available on the test site:
https://reactoropsstaging-d486b1774322.herokuapp.com/
Below I'll explain some of the new enhancements that are included for your review.
The preview build will encompass all planned new features for 0.9.3. All that remains is some...
2025-01-05 09:30:10 +0000 UTC View PostHello, folks!
It’s BattleMaster 1-G, here with a (slightly late) Christmas present for you... 🎁
There’s a new build of Reactor Ops on the preview site, and you can check it out here:
1. User Accounts
You can now create a Reactor Ops user account and log ...
2024-12-27 05:14:11 +0000 UTC View PostHowdy, Commanders—
I'm pleased to announce that Reactor Ops Update v0.9.2 is fresh out of the reactor core, glowing with shiny new features and some mighty fine improvements to supercharge your command experience.
Now, before I raise the reactor shields and bring us to full power, let me take a moment to tip my hat to our Patreon supporters. Y’all are the real heroes here, helpin’ us shape this app with your sharp eyes and honest feedback..
For those not yet ridin’ i...
2024-11-21 05:58:20 +0000 UTC View Post
I reckon y’all have been waitin’ for this, so let’s get right to it. We’re rollin’ out a special staging build of Reactor Ops, exclusively for our Reactor Initiate tier members. This here build is your chance to tinker with the latest features before anyone else and lend a hand fine-tunin’ the system.
Got thoughts, ideas, or somethin’ to say about what’s under the hood? Head on over to the General Chat cha...
2024-11-17 03:11:29 +0000 UTC View Post
Remember that as a member of Reactor Ops, you’re invited to showcase your finest BattleTech models. If you have high-quality images of your painted units, submit them for possible inclusion in future content. Your work could appear in videos or posts, fully credited to you, inspiring fellow Commanders in their own painting journeys.
Below is an image showing how simple your photos can be—BattleMaster 1-G will handle th...
Today, I want to talk about one of my favorite underrated weapons – the snub-nose PPC. And yes, we’re about to put together a snub-nose PPC-only force. We’re talking snub-nosed, snubbed-out mechs rolling out for a mission.
2024-11-02 08:00:34 +0000 UTC View Post
I’m excited to announce the release of the first video on the Reactor Ops YouTube channel! This introductory video showcases the Reactor Ops app, explaining how it simplifies the process of searching for fun units and building powerful forces. While the app's development remains the primary focus, the YouTube channel will serve as a resource to increase awareness and provide clear explanations of Reactor Ops' core features.
- BattleMaster 1-G
Commanders:
Reactor Ops has officially entered its BETA phase! This is an exciting milestone as we take the first steps toward creating a tool that will make organizing and commanding your forces easier, more streamlined, and, most importantly, more fun.
The BETA release lets you explore the core features of Reactor Ops, including unit search, force creation, and analytics. It’s live for field testing, so you can start building your forces, optimizing your roste...
2024-10-13 00:25:52 +0000 UTC View Post