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Steam News28 January 20251y ago

Hardcore Mode - v1.2

NEW MODE: HARDCORE Introducing Hardcore Mode - When starting a new save you now may select “Hardcore” as an option. Once a Wayfinder falls in battle, they cannot be used again on that save.

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What changed

21 fixes4 additions2 changes0 removals
  • Gameplay
  • Balance
  • Fixes
  • Performance
  • Events
  • UI and audio
addedNEW MODE: HARDCOREIntroducing Hardcore Mode - When starting a new save you now may select “Hardcore” as an option. Once a Wayfinder falls in battle, they cannot be used again on that save. Once all Wayfinders have fallen, that save can no longer be played.
addedXbox ReleaseWayfinders on Xbox can utilize the cross play lobbies just like all other platforms. Please be welcoming to the new Wayfinders pushing back the Gloom alongside you!
changedGeneral Updates and FixesReduced damage from some traps in Nightmare Mode (maximum 75% health damage).
fixedGeneral Updates and FixesFixed traps double-hitting players.
fixedGeneral Updates and FixesFixed a crash when using the Juggernaut’s weapon ability.
fixedGeneral Updates and FixesFixed an issue preventing clients from completing the Patrol: Path of Fire if the host completed it first.

Wayfinder changes

addedIntroducing Hardcore Mode - When starting a new save you now may select “Hardcore” as an option. Once a Wayfinder falls in battle, they cannot be used again on that save. Once all Wayfinders have fallen, that save can no longer be played.
addedWayfinders on Xbox can utilize the cross play lobbies just like all other platforms. Please be welcoming to the new Wayfinders pushing back the Gloom alongside you!
changedReduced damage from some traps in Nightmare Mode (maximum 75% health damage).
fixedFixed traps double-hitting players.
fixedFixed a crash when using the Juggernaut’s weapon ability.

NEW MODE: HARDCORE

Introducing Hardcore Mode - When starting a new save you now may select “Hardcore” as an option. Once a Wayfinder falls in battle, they cannot be used again on that save. Once all Wayfinders have fallen, that save can no longer be played.

Xbox Release

Wayfinders on Xbox can utilize the cross play lobbies just like all other platforms. Please be welcoming to the new Wayfinders pushing back the Gloom alongside you!

General Updates and Fixes

  • Reduced damage from some traps in Nightmare Mode (maximum 75% health damage).

  • Fixed traps double-hitting players.

  • Fixed a crash when using the Juggernaut’s weapon ability.

  • Fixed an issue preventing clients from completing the Patrol: Path of Fire if the host completed it first.

  • Fixed the Teryssa the Silence echo failing to activate/reset upon triggering.

  • Fixed the Hollowlord Vendral Echo not working properly with Ultimates.

  • Fixed an issue with the Phoenix becoming invulnerable during the Altar of Phoenix event.

  • Fixed invisible fleas blocking chokepoints or finale encounters.

  • Fixed the Dread Legion Boss failing to move to the second arena after Phase 1 of the hunt.

  • Fixed Dryades weapon ability Nature's Grasp failing to pull enemies.

  • Fixed the revive UI disappearing after using Phoenix Oil.

  • Corrected the set bonus for the Mutated Instability accessory set.

  • Players can now perform air slam attacks after consuming Phoenix Oil.

  • Fixed an issue where players couldn't damage the mini-prophecy during the Gloom Tear event in the Highlands.

  • Fixed missing button callouts for tracking/untracking quests.

  • Fixed missing button callouts on the Delete Profile confirmation pop-up.

  • The back button in the Delete Profile pop-up now works properly.

  • Fixed an issue where players could get stuck on a black screen after backing out of difficulty selection.

  • Fixed a hitch when interacting with the Tracer Event.

  • Fixed a freeze during Trail of the Lingering Light and Teryssa the Silence with the Turned Tables mutator boon active.

  • Fixed Lora's voice occasionally changing during attacks.

  • Updated the following weapons to include Max Health instead of a defensive stat:

    • Grim Harvest

    • Radiant Dawn

    • Dryades

    • Venom

    • Maiden's Rime

    • Voidbinder

    • Last Ditch

    • Requiem

Platform-Specific Fixes: PlayStation 5

  • Fixed an issue where the game failed to load the most recent save slot when using the Back to game option in Activity.

  • Fixed an issue where players couldn’t quit back to the Main Menu after entering gameplay through the Tutorial Activity.

  • Added a proper warning message when trying to join a Nightmare game from a non-Nightmare save.

Source

Steam News / 28 January 2025

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