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Steam News28 January 20265mo ago

Demo Major Update is Live

Major Update 0.9.8b It has been three months since our last update in October. Based on the extensive feedback we received from the September playtest, we have overhauled the game to the point where it feels like an ent

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addedMajor Update 0.9.8bIt has been three months since our last update in October. Based on the extensive feedback we received from the September playtest, we have overhauled the game to the point where it feels like an entirely new experience. Below are our development goals and the specific changes implemented in this version.
addedNarrative ImmersionWhile we always had a story in mind, the previous systems were too incomplete to showcase it properly. This update introduces the first set of narrative elements. Players can now begin to uncover the lore of King Mokdu and his cult, the "Crimson Order" . Also the protagonist's motivation for entering the "Aksun". More story depth will be added in our upcoming Early Access or Prologue package.
changedOverhauled Progression SystemWe aimed to balance the "randomness" of the roguelike genre with the "satisfaction" of intentional build-crafting. By expanding from 15 to 120 Artifacts , we’ve moved away from repetitive gameplay to a system where players can explore diverse mechanics and find their own unique playstyles.
addedKey Changes & FeaturesAdded Artifact Rarity system and drop probabilities
addedKey Changes & FeaturesNew Artifact Fusion and Engraving systems
addedKey Changes & FeaturesIntroduced Elixirs (New recovery system)
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addedIt has been three months since our last update in October. Based on the extensive feedback we received from the September playtest, we have overhauled the game to the point where it feels like an entirely new experience. Below are our development goals and the specific changes implemented in this version.
addedWhile we always had a story in mind, the previous systems were too incomplete to showcase it properly. This update introduces the first set of narrative elements. Players can now begin to uncover the lore of King Mokdu and his cult, the "Crimson Order" . Also the protagonist's motivation for entering the "Aksun". More story depth will be added in our upcoming Early Access or Prologue package.
changedWe aimed to balance the "randomness" of the roguelike genre with the "satisfaction" of intentional build-crafting. By expanding from 15 to 120 Artifacts , we’ve moved away from repetitive gameplay to a system where players can explore diverse mechanics and find their own unique playstyles.
addedAdded Artifact Rarity system and drop probabilities
addedNew Artifact Fusion and Engraving systems

Major Update 0.9.8b

It has been three months since our last update in October. Based on the extensive feedback we received from the September playtest, we have overhauled the game to the point where it feels like an entirely new experience. Below are our development goals and the specific changes implemented in this version.

Our Goals

Narrative Immersion

While we always had a story in mind, the previous systems were too incomplete to showcase it properly. This update introduces the first set of narrative elements. Players can now begin to uncover the lore of King Mokdu and his cult, the"Crimson Order". Also the protagonist's motivation for entering the "Aksun". More story depth will be added in our upcoming Early Access or Prologue package.

Overhauled Progression System

We aimed to balance the "randomness" of the roguelike genre with the "satisfaction" of intentional build-crafting. By expanding from 15 to 120 Artifacts, we’ve moved away from repetitive gameplay to a system where players can explore diverse mechanics and find their own unique playstyles.

New Content

For a limited time, we are opening Chapter 3: Marshes of Honbeck, featuring the boss Puppet Saja. *Please note: Chapter 3 will return to "Private" status in approximately 2–3 weeks, so don't miss out!

Key Changes & Features

  • Expanded Artifact pool from 15 to 120 unique types

  • Added Artifact Rarity system and drop probabilities

  • New Artifact Fusion and Engraving systems

  • Introduced Elixirs (New recovery system)

  • Added Karma Plaques (Dice-roll mechanic)

  • Added Sacred Grain (Meta-progression currency)

  • Added Wheel of Omens (Meta-progression growth system)

  • New Weapon: Bow

  • New Possession: King Cho

  • Added 7 New Monsters and a Monster Enhancement system

  • Improved Boss AI and added new Boss skills

  • Temporary access to Chapter 3 (Demo now includes 3 Chapters)

⚠️ Important Notices

  • Artifact illustrations are currently being updated (working from high rarity to low rarity).

  • Some images may appear as temporary placeholders.

  • Please be aware that Demo save data may not carry over to the Early Access or Full Release versions.

Message from the Developers

We need your feedback! You can find a link to our Player Survey on both the Title Screen and the Results Screen. If you remember the September version of the game, you will see just how much has changed. We take player feedback very seriously—it serves as our compass and often provides the inspiration for entirely new features. Thank you for playing. We truly believe we are building this game together with our community.

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Steam News / 28 January 2026

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