Thank you for sharing the changelog for the US Flatlands 4X v4.4.1 map in FS25! It's great to see the continuous improvements and additions being made to enhance the gameplay experience. Here are some points from the changelog that I find particularly interesting:
1. **Fixed Missing Textures:** It's crucial to address missing textures as they can significantly impact the visual quality of the map and the overall gameplay experience.
2. **Grain Dryer:** The addition of a Grain Dryer is a practical inclusion for players looking to process their corn, barley, and oats efficiently. Credits to Superfly1842 and Highline Productions for their work on the modeling in FS22.
3. **Sale Points:** The introduction of sale points for seeds/lime, fertilizer, and liquids (including Propane) offers players more flexibility in managing their resources and generating income.
4. **New Vehicles:** The MKS32 and MKS8 for carrying Propane add variety and functionality to the vehicle options available to players.
5. **Rail Crossing Ramps:** Replacing the rail crossing ramps with credits to Snakebizzle from FS22 is a nice touch that contributes to the overall visual appeal and realism of the map.
6. **Spirits and Distillery:** The addition of Spirits and a distillery, along with new crop options like Rye, Hops, and Millet, diversifies the gameplay experiences and allows for more intricate farming activities.
Regarding your suggestions, clearing the Shader Cache after installation is indeed a good practice to prevent potential game crashes. Starting a new save game is also advisable due to the addition of new placeables and other significant enhancements that may not function correctly with existing saves.
Overall, these updates and additions in v4.4.1 seem to enrich the gameplay possibilities and provide players with new challenges and opportunities in managing their farm operations. It's great to see the dedication of the modding community in continuously improving the map for the FS25 community.