File #22 // February Update + Steam Next Fest

Hope you had a Happy New Year and January didn’t become eternal like it usually used to! We started with renewed energy, and we’re working hard on Altered Alma to improve and expand this awesome adventure in Neo Barcelona! Let us share with you some amazing news!

⚙️ STEAM NEXT FEST

As you may already know, Altered Alma will be part of the Steam Next Fest this February 23rd! We’re so excited about this! The Demo is bigger, better, and packed with more action and exploration in Neo-Barcelona! You will notice expanded areas, refined mechanics, and a smoother overall flow. We took your feedback seriously and used it to guide improvements across combat balance, pacing, and progression.

We can't wait for you to experience this update and to hear your opinions about the changes! BUT WAIT!! Did we say Steam NEXT Fest? Actually, the demo will be available sooner!

⏱️ Convergence Games Showcase

Steam post image Also, we will be participating in the Convergence Games Showcase! An awesome event where indie devs and influencers unite to share and play future indie games!

But you remember we just told you the demo will be available soon? Well… The demo WILL BE UPDATED TODAY! During the Convergence Showcase, we also prepared a new teaser-trailer just for you! 📅 19th February 🕣 11:30AM PT / 14:30PM ET / 19:30PM BST / 20:30PM CEST 📍 https://www.twitch.tv/convergenceshow

🖥️ New Demo Content & Gameplay

Multidimensional Level:

We added a secret “high skill” platforming section for players who want a serious challenge. It is built around precise movement and mastery of the Quantum Blade. If you enjoy putting your skills to the test, this area is for you.

Improved Combat!

Combat has been refined to feel more tactical and responsive. Jack now has a broader set of offensive options: more combos, power-ups and more… Allowing you to approach encounters with more intention. The Quantum Blade plays a central role in maintaining combat rhythm, helping you chain attacks, control space, and keep momentum.

Enemy Balancing:

We adjusted enemy health, attack values, and overall density across all levels. We listened to you and maintained intensity while improving readability and pacing. Encounters should feel demanding but fair.

Reward System:

Defeating enemies now grants coins and restores a portion of health. Using the dagger regenerates energy, encouraging active and aggressive play. These changes support a faster, more engaging combat loop.

Improved Tutorials:

All in-game tutorials have been revised for clarity. We streamlined explanations and improved onboarding so new players understand mechanics quickly without breaking immersion.

🌃 World & Immersion

Background NPCs:

Neo Barcelona feels more alive. We added NPCs with speech bubbles that provide hints, small narrative details, and environmental context. They enrich the atmosphere without slowing you down.

Environmental Life:

New background animations and interactive elements bring more movement and personality to each district. The city now reacts and breathes around you.

Destructibles:

Breakable objects are now present across all rooms. You can clear your path and enjoy the chaos!

🎧 UI, Audio & Polish

Level Cameras:

We implemented significant improvements to camera behavior throughout the game. Transitions feel smoother, and visibility during combat and platforming has improved.

UI/Menus:

All menus received additional polish. Navigation is clearer and more consistent with the overall visual identity of Altered Alma.

Cinematics:

The opening cinematic has been added, setting the tone for Jack’s journey from the very first moment.

Audio:

We introduced new sound effects and implemented audio for the logo carousel. (Our logos now have cool sounds!) Hehe

From all of us at 2Awesome Studio, thank you for supporting Altered Alma and following this journey with us. Your feedback and enthusiasm keep us moving forward. We wish you a strong start to the year, and we look forward to seeing you during Steam Next Fest.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3119940/Altered_Alma_Demo/

A huge shoutout to everyone who’s been active on our Discord, giving us your love, support and feedback. Your input has been incredibly valuable and has helped us fine-tune the game and polish the final details. We’ve been taking tons of notes, and your excitement genuinely keeps us going.

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With each update, we’re getting closer to bringing this world to life, and we honestly couldn’t do it without you. Thanks for being with us on this journey. We can’t wait to share even more soon.

See you in our next entry, – 2Awesome Studio

Activity subsidized by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, Creative Europe Media and the Catalan Institute for Cultural Companies (ICEC).