Patrols for Foundation for Windows

Overview

Patrols for Foundation is a free Windows utility designed to expand and refine the patrol mechanics in the Foundation city-builder. It introduces a range of balance and behavior tweaks intended to make patrols more effective and predictable while keeping configuration transparent for users.

Key Improvements

• Patrol effect radii have been increased by 25%, giving guards a wider operational range.
• The base strength/value assigned to patrols has been reduced to rebalance their overall impact.
• Patrollers receive a modest 10% improvement to peripheral sight, helping them detect threats sooner.
• Patrol reach scales upward based on group size, so larger patrols cover more ground.
• Decay of patrol coverage on housing has been made 100% slower, significantly stabilizing neighborhood security levels.

Patrol Behavior Changes

• Guards now begin their duties immediately on assignment, even when traveling as part of a group.
• Departures for grouped patrollers include a deliberately added delay to improve formation and coordination.
• Fortified guard posts remain in active defensive mode for a longer period before deactivating.
• Housing with the weakest patrol coverage is given higher assignment priority, especially when at risk of downgrade.

Configuration and Notes

• Default values and explanatory comments are provided within the mod files to help users understand and tweak settings.
• The package is distributed at no cost for Windows users and aims to be easily modifiable for personal preferences.

Alternative Recommendation

If you’re also interested in adjusting camera or visibility behavior, consider the free FOV Slider mod as a complementary tool to fine-tune viewing and aiming perspectives.