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Macabre changes
đ The Macabre Alpha Test #3 is Here!
Hello Riftwalkers, the wait is over. Macabre Alpha Test #3 is about to begin, packed with major updates and improvements shaped by your feedback. We canât wait to see what chaos unfolds. Make sure you are in the Discord to grab the password and share your clips with the community!
4:00 PM PDT (26 August - USA West Coast)
7:00 PM EDT (26 August - USA East Coast)
12:00 AM BST (27 August - UK/Europe)
9:00 AM AEST (27 August - Australia)
*Playtest will run for 1 week. Approx. 10 GB download.
⨠Whatâs New
Thanks to everyone who took part in the last two Alphas. Your feedback has been invaluable. Hereâs a taste of whatâs coming in Alpha #3:
- New Procedual Mission System6 brand new missions to challenge your survival skills.
AI Behaviour & Animation Overhaul: introducing 3 difficulty levels for more dynamic encounters.
- Environment Updatesexpanded Rift with new points of interest and outposts.
Performance & Stability Fixes: smoother gameplay and fewer crashes across hardware.
Improved Monster Visuals. The monster has received a major visual upgrade, with more detail and realism.
And much, much more...
â˘ď¸ What to Expect
This is still an early Alpha build, so please keep in mind:
Work in Progress. Expect bugs, missing polish, and performance hiccups. That is part of what you are here to help us improve.
Smarter AI. This test focuses on new behaviours, difficulty tuning, and expanded monster animations.
Small Team, Big Vision. Just three of us are working full-time to bring Macabre to life, and every insight you share makes a difference.
Your Feedback Matters. Be honest, be constructive, and know that your voice helps shape the Riftâs future.
Thank you for walking this path with us. You are not just testing, you are helping to create Macabre. đ Steam post image
Join the Discord!
With nearly 6,000 members, our Discord server is the best place to connect with fellow fans, share your thoughts on the game, and get immediate support. Itâs also where youâll find access to the exclusive Alpha Rift channel, where we share development previews and discuss ideas with other Alpha playtesters.
Join us here: https://discord.gg/macabre
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đ Support us
Itâs not too late to support the project and gain access to the Alpha! However, we want to set clear expectations for new backers:
Reasons to Support:
Join 3,000 players already in the Alpha playtest.
Connect with fellow fans and share your feedback directly with the devs.
Gain early access to future playtests as new features are introduced.
Unlock exclusive cosmetics to showcase your role as an early supporter.
Support a dedicated indie team who value and listen to their community.
Why It Might Not Be Right for You:
If youâre expecting a polished, bug-free experienceâthis is an early Alpha designed for testing and feedback.
If youâre a content creator, please note this is a closed test. Weâll have early previews for creators closer to launch.
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