Steam News17 February 20251y ago

What's new in this DEMO?

Hello everyone! 🎉 Our demo is now available! 🎉 After reviewing all the feedback from the previous demo, we’ve put together an improved version of the game. Let us share what's new and why you should play it!

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added🎉 Our demo is now available! 🎉After reviewing all the feedback from the previous demo, we’ve put together an improved version of the game. Let us share what's new and why you should play it!

addedRevamped Map Nodes (Visual & Game Design)!Based on your feedback, we noticed some routes felt repetitive and unexciting. We've redesigned the map, adding new event types and visual upgrades to make each run more engaging!

addedImproved UX/UI for Clarity!Many players found certain mechanics confusing, like Rampage, so we've renamed it to Countdown and added clearer animations when it triggers. We've also improved feedback for when monsters add Curse cards, so you’ll always know how they entered your deck!

changedSpeed Mode & Hazard Levels for Veterans!We heard you—the game felt too slow for experienced players! This update introduces Speed Mode and Hazard Levels to increase difficulty for those looking for more challenge!

addedMore Localization Coming Soon and Wiki page!Thai is now available! Other languages will follow soon! Once the demo goes public, we'll be sharing some files for localization as well as wiki! Join our Discord if you'd like to help us with localization! 🌍✨

addedVisual Improvements & Much More!You’ll notice new cards, removed/adjusted relics, and overall balancing improvements.

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addedAfter reviewing all the feedback from the previous demo, we’ve put together an improved version of the game. Let us share what's new and why you should play it!

addedBased on your feedback, we noticed some routes felt repetitive and unexciting. We've redesigned the map, adding new event types and visual upgrades to make each run more engaging!

addedMany players found certain mechanics confusing, like Rampage, so we've renamed it to Countdown and added clearer animations when it triggers. We've also improved feedback for when monsters add Curse cards, so you’ll always know how they entered your deck!

changedWe heard you—the game felt too slow for experienced players! This update introduces Speed Mode and Hazard Levels to increase difficulty for those looking for more challenge!

addedThai is now available! Other languages will follow soon! Once the demo goes public, we'll be sharing some files for localization as well as wiki! Join our Discord if you'd like to help us with localization! 🌍✨

🎉 Our demo is now available! 🎉

After reviewing all the feedback from the previous demo, we’ve put together an improved version of the game. Let us share what's new and why you should play it!

Check out our New Trailer!

New Boss Enters the Arena!

Being a monster-hunting roguelite deckbuilder means facing multiple bosses. If you played our previous demo, you fought Silverfangs! But now, we’re introducing "The Warlord"! (Defeat him if you can...)

Revamped Map Nodes (Visual & Game Design)!

Based on your feedback, we noticed some routes felt repetitive and unexciting. We've redesigned the map, adding new event types and visual upgrades to make each run more engaging!

Improved UX/UI for Clarity!

Many players found certain mechanics confusing, like Rampage, so we've renamed it to Countdown and added clearer animations when it triggers. We've also improved feedback for when monsters add Curse cards, so you’ll always know how they entered your deck!

Speed Mode & Hazard Levels for Veterans!

We heard you—the game felt too slow for experienced players! This update introduces Speed Mode and Hazard Levels to increase difficulty for those looking for more challenge!

More Localization Coming Soon and Wiki page!

Thai is now available! Other languages will follow soon! Once the demo goes public, we'll be sharing some files for localization as well as wiki! Join our Discord if you'd like to help us with localization! 🌍✨

Visual Improvements & Much More!

You’ll notice new cards, removed/adjusted relics, and overall balancing improvements.

Beta Test Registration is Now Open!

With our Early Access launch getting closer, we’re now opening Beta Test Registration! Want to try PyroTech before anyone else? CLICK THE BANNER TO REGISTER!👇👇👇

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📢 Let us know what you think about our demo! Help us make Northwind better! 📝 Feedback Survey: Link 💬 Join our Discord: Link

If you like the game don't forget to leave the Demo a review and wishlist Northwind!ːsteamhappyː https://store.steampowered.com/app/1476400/Northwind/

🎮 Thank you so much for your support! We hope you love our new demo! Good luck & have fun! 🎉🔥 The Northwind Team at Barking Kitten Interactive 🐾

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