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Steam News9 February 20224y ago

Happy Bones Infernal Buyer's Guide!

Question 1: How much will it cost at launch? Question 2: Do I have to have played the first Happy Bones?

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changedAbsolutely not, this game primarily follows a new group of characters, and the plot points from the first game that carry over are explained in a way that is newcomer-friendly! That being said, if you played the first game, you're going to dig it just that little bit more!The first game will be discounted until the release of Happy Bones Infernal on 3-14-22! You'll also be able to purchase both games in a bundle at a discounted price on release day.
changedAbsolutely, so let's start with SHINING ENEMIES!Basically every single enemy in the game has the 1 in 10 chance to appear as a shining version, these versions of enemies are THREE TIMES stronger in every stat, and yield three times the coins, items, and XP! Some are simply a different color while some appear considerably different. They always drop a Shining Coin which will be used to open secret passages and secrets!
addedAbsolutely, so let's start with SHINING ENEMIES!My oh my, the relationship system! The most mysterious of features in this installment! At the end of most chapters you'll have the option to spend time with a character of your choice, by doing this you'll witness specific dialogue only found by spending time with that character in THAT chapter. If I've done the math correctly there's 70~ possible combinations you can do over the course of one playthrough, each choice yields it's own rewards depending on the level of your bond with that character! It's an extremely deep system that will grant players so many different choices and special events every time they start a new game! Roan even has the option to just go to bed every day instead of spending time with people, which leads to it's own special rewards! Some characters even have the option to be romanced if certain conditions are met. You will not find any extreme nudity during these events, but you're certainly in for a surprise if you pull this off!
changedAbsolutely, so let's start with SHINING ENEMIES!Achievements! In the first Happy Bones game, these were Steam Achievements! Some have been blacked out for spoilers. They've now been moved to an in-game achievement system that can be accessed anytime by selecting the journal, as you unlock them they'll be checked off in the journal!
addedQuestion 6: Will there be content added in the future?Absolutely, to some degree there will be added content. Whether that's just special items for events, more costumes, or full blown bonus story and game content I can't say right now, time will tell!
changedQuestion 7: What is the difficulty like?Casual (Not looking for a challenge) -Normal (The recommended difficulty) -Infernal (For those who seek a true challenge)

Happy Bones Infernal changes

changedThe first game will be discounted until the release of Happy Bones Infernal on 3-14-22! You'll also be able to purchase both games in a bundle at a discounted price on release day.
changedBasically every single enemy in the game has the 1 in 10 chance to appear as a shining version, these versions of enemies are THREE TIMES stronger in every stat, and yield three times the coins, items, and XP! Some are simply a different color while some appear considerably different. They always drop a Shining Coin which will be used to open secret passages and secrets!
addedMy oh my, the relationship system! The most mysterious of features in this installment! At the end of most chapters you'll have the option to spend time with a character of your choice, by doing this you'll witness specific dialogue only found by spending time with that character in THAT chapter. If I've done the math correctly there's 70~ possible combinations you can do over the course of one playthrough, each choice yields it's own rewards depending on the level of your bond with that character! It's an extremely deep system that will grant players so many different choices and special events every time they start a new game! Roan even has the option to just go to bed every day instead of spending time with people, which leads to it's own special rewards! Some characters even have the option to be romanced if certain conditions are met. You will not find any extreme nudity during these events, but you're certainly in for a surprise if you pull this off!
changedAchievements! In the first Happy Bones game, these were Steam Achievements! Some have been blacked out for spoilers. They've now been moved to an in-game achievement system that can be accessed anytime by selecting the journal, as you unlock them they'll be checked off in the journal!
addedAbsolutely, to some degree there will be added content. Whether that's just special items for events, more costumes, or full blown bonus story and game content I can't say right now, time will tell!

Question 1: How much will it cost at launch?

Question 2: Do I have to have played the first Happy Bones?

Absolutely not, this game primarily follows a new group of characters, and the plot points from the first game that carry over are explained in a way that is newcomer-friendly! That being said, if you played the first game, you're going to dig it just that little bit more!

The first game will be discounted until the release of Happy Bones Infernal on 3-14-22! You'll also be able to purchase both games in a bundle at a discounted price on release day.

Question 3: How long is this game?

It's fairly long, I wouldn't say it should be beaten in a single sitting. That being said there's also an enormous amount of replayability and alternate paths that you can take throughout your different playthroughs. I'd say a first time play through with no side quests or secrets would likely take about 8 hours. (That's the rounded average for testers at the moment) On my own file I currently have 17 Hours and 53 Minutes in the postgame, but I'm trying to 100% the game, get the ultimate weapons and armor, while doing every side quest. But that's on one playthrough where I romanced Hilda, I could potentially go back and have 4 different experiences if I so desired. The game also has some hidden RNG built into the background of the engine, so things that happen on one run, monsters that spawn, could be completely different your next time playing. This is definitely a game that you can and will be playing for a while if you so desire to.

Question 4: How about the soundtrack?

Happy Bones Infernal Official Soundtrack

It is some of my best work musically and I'm proud to be sharing it with you all a bit early so you can get excited for the upcoming game!

Question 5: Tell us about some of the new features?

Absolutely, so let's start with SHINING ENEMIES!

Basically every single enemy in the game has the 1 in 10 chance to appear as a shining version, these versions of enemies are THREE TIMES stronger in every stat, and yield three times the coins, items, and XP! Some are simply a different color while some appear considerably different. They always drop a Shining Coin which will be used to open secret passages and secrets!

My oh my, the relationship system! The most mysterious of features in this installment! At the end of most chapters you'll have the option to spend time with a character of your choice, by doing this you'll witness specific dialogue only found by spending time with that character in THAT chapter. If I've done the math correctly there's 70~ possible combinations you can do over the course of one playthrough, each choice yields it's own rewards depending on the level of your bond with that character! It's an extremely deep system that will grant players so many different choices and special events every time they start a new game! Roan even has the option to just go to bed every day instead of spending time with people, which leads to it's own special rewards! Some characters even have the option to be romanced if certain conditions are met. You will not find any extreme nudity during these events, but you're certainly in for a surprise if you pull this off!

The party system! You are not alone in Happy Bones Infernal! This game is about banding together to survive against all odds! Throughout the story different characters will join and leave your party periodically, later in the game you'll be able to switch out party members as you please! Each character has different strengths, weaknesses, and skills! Don't like one of them? Swap them out with their counterpart. Having trouble with a boss? Maybe swap to a character that can give fire resist to the whole party! The choice is yours!

There's also a secret party member that can be unlocked by a side quest later in the game, will you find her?

Achievements! In the first Happy Bones game, these were Steam Achievements! Some have been blacked out for spoilers. They've now been moved to an in-game achievement system that can be accessed anytime by selecting the journal, as you unlock them they'll be checked off in the journal!

Question 6: Will there be content added in the future?

Absolutely, to some degree there will be added content. Whether that's just special items for events, more costumes, or full blown bonus story and game content I can't say right now, time will tell!

Question 7: What is the difficulty like?

I would say this game on normal difficulty is CHALLENGING, but not super hard. That being said, Happy Bones Infernal is launching with 3 difficulty options!

-Casual (Not looking for a challenge) -Normal (The recommended difficulty) -Infernal (For those who seek a true challenge)

These are selected at the beginning of the game, they cannot be changed, and are displayed on your achievements screen when the Journal is used. You know, for bragging rights!

I believe by including different difficulty settings this time around everyone will get a chance to enjoy Happy Bones Infernal!

All in all, I believe you will thoroughly enjoy Happy Bones Infernal for many many hours after it's released March 14th, 2022!

Be sure to wishlist it today, and keep an eye on this community for special launch items!

Wishlist Here!

Got any more questions? Throw them down below and let's chat! :)

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Steam News / 9 February 2022

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