Dear Suzerain Universe fans,

We are updating the game with a third hotfix. You can read about the dev update in the post here: https://steamcommunity.com/games/1207650/announcements/detail/4197991259842918108 If you want to support the endeavor please report your issues in our Discord forum here. We read all your feedback.

Hotfix Patch 3.0.4

(02/04/2024)

The hotfix is deployed to the default branch. The database changes only apply to new games, and code fixes apply to on-going games.


Content Updates

• Reworded Malenyevist worker strike decision to clarify that it's about workers' rights for all industries
  
• Added VOR article for when you pass workers' rights without migrant rights
  
• Made it more clear when to arrest Rico
  
• Changed Vina succession dialogue to correctly reflect her marriage situation
  
• Added slightly more explanation for getting kicked out of GRACE after forming Intermerkopum
  
• Implemented available and deployed sections in war production panel
  
• Added a sound to epilogue

Design and Balancing

• Middle finger and UNGRACED exit queen drops relations now
  
• Made it more difficult to get Lawgiver title
  
• Improved Morella relations based off trade
  
• Added varying RRG nationalization costs based on ownership
  
• Increased costs of certain late deals
  
• Reduced strength of starting unit formation
  
• Increased cost of AP giving decrees
  
• Increased Pales gas field initial cost

Bug Fixes and Polish

• Fixed an issue with the final speech that was missing
  
• Fixed Pales not getting annexed in specific peace treaty scene path
  
• Fixed Manus being house of delegates leader according to RH
  
• Fixed no RH article triggering when building Sallabes Consumer Park
  
• Fixed border security check
  
• Changed the workers' rights situation check so it is a little easier to get acceptable workers' rights
  
• Fixed issue in the epilogue where Lucita comes up to you while sitting right next to you
  
• Fixed Wehlen saying treaty was breached when it wasn't
  
• Fixed interim prime minister naming error in epilogue
  
• Stopped Angelica Sazon from attending Axel's wedding
  
• Made it so that Morella actually sent the aircraft they promised
  
• Fixed final murder investigation scene getting cut off in the middle
  
• Fixed Laurento saying he regrets losing Zille when the opposite was true
  
• Added condition to one comment about GASOM from Queen
  
• Made Derdia motto consistent
  
• Improved some grammatical and writing errors in turn 4 scene
  
• Fixed giving handouts to Axel while fighting him
  
• Fixed duplicate responses regarding resource checks and conditions for Estela and Bea
  
• Fixed Sal escaping from prison and declaring Golconda in Rizia
  
• Removed option to remove provincial levies if increased
  
• Added military ship to Fort Ales construction completion
  
• Added budget checks for yacht restoration choices
  
• Fixed token status effects not changing when cities change ownership
  
• Fixed token subtitles not changing when cities change ownership
  
• Fixed flagship fake shadow having wrong size
  
• Fixed prologue text scrolling up when hovering on a tooltip
  
• Fixed notes page scrolling
  
• Fixed issues with operation progress state
  
• Fixed issues with deployed unit refunds in between operations
  
• Fixed issue with Zille referendum not showing up in AN
  
• Fixed Pales country status continuously changing
  
• Fixed veto intention not being set in reforms
  
• Fixed operation 2 triggering despite loss
  
• Many spelling and grammar corrections
  
• Fixed some capital I Zille typos
  
• Made a fix for national destabilization on HOD closure to be mutually exclusive
  
• Fixed some summary typos
  
• Added manpower modifier start also for hospital
  
• Achievement bugs are fixed after SVN desync

Missing Content List

• Achievements beyond prologue and chapters
  
• For some epilogues images, and dates might be missing
  
• Transition images for turns

Changes

• Fixed inconsistency between reports and Lileas' dialogue on the BFF operation
  
• Added extra checks for BFF uprising to be bypassed on
  
• Attempted fix missing options for Aschraf anniversary request
  
• Fixed missing governor setups for BALGA centralization bill
  
• Fixed Sordland map being outdated

Hello everyone,

Congratulations to all. After a long period of development and brand-new challenges, we managed to launch the Rizia DLC. The second step of the Suzerain Universe, for many, might be a small thing but for us all, it was a huge deal. The most complex endeavor.

Without your support, we wouldn’t even be able to get this far and be able to try these unique things that we are attempting. I want to share some data and insights with you on the launch and then talk about the steps ahead.

• We successfully concluded our pre-order phase with nearly 9,500 orders, showcasing the strong anticipation and support from the community. We had hoped for around this much, and thanks to all who backed us early. It made a difference.
  
• We achieved a new record with 13,275 daily active users on Steam, surpassing our previous high of 4,743 during the Suzerain 2.0 update.
  
• We broke the December 2020 Suzerain launch concurrent player record of 1,049 with 3,382 players playing simultaneously in the launch phase. That is more than 3x.
  
• Sales have been robust from both new and existing players, indicating a strong and healthy Suzerain Universe base. Our bundles, in particular, have seen significant uptake, highlighting the appeal of an expanding universe.
  
• Post-launch, player engagement has remained impressive, with sustained daily active users and consistent interest in the game and DLC. The nature of Rizia’s game design and a new place in the universe heavily contributed to this.
  
• The enthusiasm of our community extends beyond purchases. The invaluable feedback and interaction we've received are guiding our future development and improvements. With your support, we are moving quicker and better. Our public bug reporting system is highly efficient, and we welcome your contributions with an open heart and mind.

The launch was accompanied by many events that put a lot of strain on the dev team. And we have been open to sharing the journey since 2017 even before Suzerain was a thing with live streams, dev blogs, and other posts.

• Torpor exhausted a significant amount of its reserves to be able to make the launch, we gave it our all, and there were points when we had doubts and worked under pressure due to the realities of financial and resource constraints.
  
• Two key team members fell ill in the launch prep and launch phase, adding further resource challenges to our production. They are all healthy and back now!
  
• Additionally, our old office abruptly decided to shut down in March, and we had to move offices the week of the launch and prepare before it. The transition to a new office during this crucial time caused a slight delay in our operations.
  
• We became fully operational with a day's delay, and after a relentless five-month stretch, some team members needed a well-deserved break during Easter weekend.

All in all, we survived, and we are in full swing. We are here to create special experiences people don't easily forget inside the Suzerain Universe. The team held together, and a new strong bond and camaraderie emerged as we braced all the immediate issues and released two hotfixes in the first week, we are gearing up to release another update soon that will alleviate the pressing issues. And we are feeling very good about this new page that is turning.

Our Focus Going Forward

Looking forward, we are prioritizing delivering you an improving and more polished Rizia experience and further fixes to the Suzerain base later.

• Our immediate focus is addressing critical bug fixes, improving game flow, and resolving technical issues impacting some players.
  
• Given that Rizia is our most ambitious project yet, with multiple connected features and stories, it presents unique technical and design challenges. Even with our closed testing of 5 waves across 6 months with over 45 testers, some issues still slipped us.
  
• Our efforts over the coming weeks and months will be dedicated to resolving issues, making improvements, and adding polish to the game. Torpor Games has the most work-hour resources ever, even more than Suzerain’s post-launch, so we expect a faster improvement cycle.
  
• We're committed to making Rizia an exemplary experience. Make it consistent and better. Our systematic approach to tackling these tasks assures us that our dedication will be evident in the improved quality of the DLC.
  
• We will also use this period of heightened activity and the following period to deal with issues that still exist in base Suzerain so both of our experiences shine.
  
• After the post-launch support period, we will work on bringing technical and platform parity to the mobile and switch platforms, so all Suzerain fans enjoy things nearly at the same time.

This is our dream. And no journey and no struggle worth fighting for is easy in life. Torpor Games has had difficult moments in the past before the launch of Suzerain in 2020, and others in different periods due to the realities of this system we all live under. Without you all, we wouldn’t be here today. We are to give it our all to make this universe as best as humanly possible. We are fully committed to further developing and polishing Rizia, much like our post-launch efforts with Suzerain and everything we have done like the 2.0 update.

Your feedback is crucial and will play a key role in our action plans for the near future. We will drop a survey to collect your feedback once we leave the reactive phase and enter the proactive phase. This will help us best strategize future branches. *wink.

We will always try our best, learn, and iterate, and with you, the community, build a universe that will hopefully be remembered for a long time. <3

Glovurius axa Rizia! A’Morgna her Coren!

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Dear Suzerain Universe fans,

We are updating the game with a second hotfix. Work continues on stabilizing and improving the experience. If you want to support the endeavor please report your issues in our Discord forum here. We read all your feedback.

Hotfix Patch 3.0.3

(27/03/2024)

The hotfix is deployed to the default branch. The database changes only apply to new games, and code fixes apply to on-going games.


Gameplay and Story

• Updated coup ending checks to reduce the likelihood of coups
  
• Did a pass on ending outcomes
  
• Cleaned up potential succession confusion

Content Updates

• Added more trade decrees
  
• Enacted decrees show cost text
  
• Added narrative support for low energy scenarios
  
• Included "Voice of Rizia" article for low budget situations
  
• Added look-at resets in the intro scenes
  
• Improved Summary Succeeded By checks and characters
  
• Added country adjectives as keywords to codex entries
  
• Updated the writing on the Plavo codex entry
  
• Taddeus and Angelica codex entries added
  
• Added codex entry updates for Vina, Rusty, Lucita, Rico, Hugo
  
• Made naval resource names consistent between decrees and armed forces panel
  
• Added Vina's possible spouses to some epilogue variants.

Technical

• Royal decrees now feature a save checkpoint
  
• Implemented story pack checks for turn and final save
  
• Resolved other store deployments

Design and Balancing

• Rebalanced Sordland relations
  
• A slight negative impact of pulling out of reforms
  
• Some impact of crossing Sal
  
• Reduced admin cost starting points

Bug Fixes and Polish

• Fixed retirement epilogue triggers
  
• Fixed a few summary lines and pushed default states to latter ones
  
• Fixed a few issues with some coup checks
  
• Load checkpoint state fixed for royal decrees
  
• Resolved issue with remove income tax decree reappearing.
  
• Fixed remove income tax decree showing up again when increasing then removing tax
  
• Fixed missing Terador codex entry
  
• Improved several misc text
  
• Fixed wrong state of treatment of foreigners
  
• Fixed bug that jumped from coup ending to revolution
  
• Fixed remove blasphemy law not disappearing from decrees panel after Derdia scene
  
• Numerous spelling and grammar corrections
  
• Added arrested checks in decree approvals panel for missing characters
  
• Fixed MITZ vote condition error
  
• Added correct removal of GRACE and Rumburg modifiers, resources, and policies
  
• Corrected wrong Morella gas export modifier
  
• Resolved problem with executions newspaper not showing who gets executed
  
• Fix for Manus appearing when he is gone
  
• Made sure other zombies don't plague us in Palas Rezna
  
• Numerous spelling and grammar corrections

Missing Content List

• Achievements beyond prologue and chapters
  
• For some epilogues images, sounds, and dates might be missing
  
• Transition images for turns

Changes

• Re-added turn images to Sordland story
  
• Fixed missing Pales text on the Sordland world map

Dear Suzerain Universe fans,

We are updating the game with a hotfix to address some issues. We will keep working on stabilizing and improving the experience. If you want to support the endeavor please report your issues in our Discord forum here. We read all your feedback.

Hotfix Patch 3.0.2

(26/03/2024)

The hotfix is deployed to the default branch. The database changes only apply to new games, and code fixes apply to on-going games.


Feature Updates

• Enhanced story pack selection functionality on the story selection screen by adding click on logo.

Content Updates

• Expanded codex entry updates, added 6 new city codex entries, and added missing content.
  
• Improved enabling of codex entries in different parts of the DLC.

Design and Balancing

• Integrated two military action points into separate decrees.
  
• Reduced authority cost for specific trade decrees.
  
• Added authority modifiers for Power Projection, Golden Guard, Su Omina, Wruhecs Guardians, Centralized Security, Intelligence Services.
  
• Enhanced authority and budget rewards in certain story segments.
  
• Adjusted weakening tradition threshold and maulus ranges.
  
• Reduced storage and curtailment modifier values.
  
• Slightly increased thresholds for coup relation checks.
  
• Delayed unlocks for certain religious decrees to later turns.
  
• Addressed military resource-related construction issues.

Bug Fixes and Polish

• Zille token appearance flow fixed for turn 9 speech.
  
• Fixed Vina Toras duplicate codex entry issue.
  
• Correct GRACE token added to Sordland, addressing the broken token issue.
  
• Implemented various flow-related improvements and fixes.
  
• Fixed delay in character details panel update.
  
• Resolved war save data file persistence issues.
  
• Corrected early win/lose unit persistence for deployed units.
  
• Integrated action points into the database outside of Unity.
  
• Attempted fix for store unlocks.
  
• Fixed values for one variant of the RNC and RPP government change
  
• Removed technical tagging of RiziaDLCText in epilogues.
  
• Corrected inaccurately appearing news and reports.
  
• Fixed several typos, including the Titus Gordion title error in Angelica Duchess of Brenas codex entry.
  
• Ensured Lucita pregnancy scene triggers appropriately and only when relevant.
  
• Prevented accidental activation of Lucita romance.
  
• Fixed fallback summary title for Romus
  
• Adjusted coup checks for added nuance.
  
• Fixed Manus feedback inconsistency regarding Vina's marriage scenario.
  
• Stopped Sal from unexpectedly suggesting theocracy.
  
• Added follow-up to Golden Guard friendship day investigation by Titus.
  
• Fixed Turn 10 Lucita arrest triggering wrong news.
  
• Corrected RPP and RNC numbers being wrong.
  
• Made Anti Narcotics Operations and Legalize Illegal Substances mutually exclusive.

Missing Content List

• Some codex entry updates
  
• Achievements beyond prologue and chapters
  
• Some epilogue images, sounds, and dates are missing
  
• Transition images for turns

Changes

• None.

Today the Kingdom of Rizia launches and along with it the 3.0.0 update which adds major features, content, and further expansion of the Suzerain Universe. It also includes changes to the base game. You can read some of the highlights in the changelog below.


Date: 25.03.2024

Features

• War mechanic
  
• Royal Decrees mechanic
  
• Armed forces mechanic
  
• Negotiations panel
  
• Resource modifiers
  
• Save game transfer
  
• New resources for Authority and Energy
  
• Conditional instructions system

Content

• Over 400k words of story
  
• Traits system with unique characteristics
  
• Resource and energy storyline
  
• Geopolitical and diplomatic storyline
  
• Romance content
  
• Religion storyline
  
• Game of Houses
  
• More decisions than base game
  
• 15 New collectible items
  
• New dialogues and decisions
  
• Basic status effect implementation
  
• Dozens of policies and situations
  
• Hundreds of news and reports
  
• New political compass and characters
  
• New leanings

Art

• Rizia local map
  
• Pales local war map
  
• Dynamic map layer changes for Pales, Zille, Iza
  
• 21 new character portraits
  
• New city and background images
  
• New table scene and objects
  
• New map city, country, and event tokens
  
• New token arts
  
• GRACE faction token

Audio

• Over 20 new tracks
  
• Dozens of new sound effects for special moments

Missing Content

• Codex entry updates for some entries are pending
  
• Achievements beyond default chapters are currently missing
  
• Some gamepad improvements are pending

Date: 25.03.2024

Feature

• Added character customization randomizer

Technical

• Save game and load optimization
  
• Improved stability of save system
  
• Added active and other save game states

Design and Balancing

• Increased starting government budget by 1
  
• Reduced Gasom relationship threshold for easier outcomes
  
• Added bonus government budget to trade deal
  
• Extra budget detraction in trade deal
  
• Decreased starting Bludish opinion

Bug Fixes and Polish

• Fixed wrong order in energy event
  
• Refactored to avoid gameflow issues
  
• Fixed character portrait spoiler
  
• Corrected policies for immigration
  
• Fixed achievements not unlocking
  
• Addressed incorrect reports for BFF dam storyline
  
• Corrected dozens of typos
  
• Resolved various community-reported bugs since October 2023
  
• Missing Content

You can purchase the Rizia DLC here:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2352340/Suzerain_Kingdom_of_Rizia/

Dear citizens of the Suzerainverse,

The moment we've all been awaiting has finally arrived! In partnership with Fellow Traveller, we are thrilled to unveil the Kingdom of Rizia DLC, our first-ever DLC for Suzerain, is OUT NOW! 🎉

This expansion breathes new life into the game with captivating exclusive storylines, the introduction of new countries, and enhancements that promise to enrich the narrative and gameplay experience.

👑 PURCHASE YOUR COPY HERE:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2352340/Suzerain_Kingdom_of_Rizia/

Kingdom of Rizia DLC is available for a limited time at $9.99, with a 10% launch discount until the 1st of April. It's our way of saying thank you for your continued support and passion.

Exclusive Bundles:

• Supporter Edition: Immerse yourself in the complete Suzerain experience with the original game, The Kingdom of Rizia DLC, both soundtracks and the exclusive cosmetic item, the Vulpitzer.

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/16847/Suzerain_Supporter_Edition/

• Expanded Edition: Perfect for newcomers and veterans alike, this bundle pairs the core Suzerain game with The Kingdom of Rizia DLC, offering seamless entry into our expanded universe.

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/33249/Suzerain_Expanded_Edition/

Read below for more details on what to expect.


Assume the role of King Romus, the newly crowned leader of the Kingdom of Rizia. Explore South Merkopa, an expansion of the Suzerain Universe. How will you reign?

• Geopolitical Challenges & New Resources: Start dialogues with new national leaders. Will you forge new alliances or make new enemies? Oversee the management of new invaluable resources such as energy and authority.
  
  
• A Game of Houses: Engage in discussions on religion, family, and romance. Dive into the intricate dynamics of a royal family and houses where relationships intertwine, merging love, duty, and politics.
  
  
• Build Your Nation: Sign dozens of Royal Decrees on topics such as order, economy, and welfare to develop and improve Rizia. Will you be the guardian of peace or the catalyst for conflict?
  
  
• Engaging Storyline: Explore a fresh narrative across approximately 400k words, five endings, and more than 10 sub-ending variations. Follow a nation's quest to reclaim lost territories while countering rival superpowers in an epic struggle for hegemony.
  
  
• War Mechanic & Military Build-up: Experience the strategic and tactical military challenges in a turn-based experience. Build up the Rizian Armed Forces and train units to intimidate neighbors.
  
  
• Rich Character Interactions: Encounter a diverse cast of 20 characters each with unique backgrounds and motivations.

Read the full changelog 3.00 by clicking here.

Thank you for tuning in, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Glovurius axa Rizia!

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The Royal Court of the Kingdom of Rizia

To the Esteemed Subjects of Rizia,

To the nobility, distinguished leaders, and the revered subjects of the far-reaching corners of the Kingdom of Rizia, greetings, and prosperity.

In the tradition of our ancestors, whose wisdom has guided our realm through the ages, and in acknowledgment of the enduring spirit of our people, it is with great honor that we announce a momentous occasion in the history of our beloved kingdom.

The Coronation of King Romus Toras

As the celestial of stars Wruhecism aligns and the natural world heralds a change, Rizia stands on the brink of a momentous occasion: the ascension of King Romus Toras, the fifteenth of his line, a ruler whose fate is deeply interwoven with the future and the enduring heritage of our kingdom. This historic coronation is set to unfold within the ancient walls of Palace Rezna in Porte Drazon on the 25th of March, 1950. The event will begin with a majestic procession through the city, culminating in a ceremony rich with age-old rites as the king-elect is solemnly anointed and vows to uphold his sacred duty to our land and its people.

We invite every subject within our borders to join us in this celebration, to stand as one community, one family, under the banner of our new king. The gates of Palace Rezna will open at dawn, welcoming all to share in the pomp, pageantry, and profound sense of continuity that this day will bring.

Stay tuned for more updates!

Glovurius axa Rizia!

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Royal Decree

To the Esteemed Subjects of Porte Drazon,

It is with a heart burdened by profound grief that the Royal House of Toras communicates the sorrowful news of the demise of His Royal Majesty, King Valero. On the evening of the eighteenth of November in the year nineteen hundred and forty-nine, our sovereign lord was discovered unresponsive in his royal chambers. Despite the swift and diligent efforts of the royal physicians, it was determined that he had been taken from us by a sudden malady, believed to be a grievous affliction of the heart.

In his twilight hours, our revered monarch entrusted to us a vision for the future of our beloved realm — a future wherein the Kingdom of Rizia, under the aegis of House Toras, shall endeavor to reclaim its former majesty and glory. It was his fervent hope that in unity and through our collective efforts, we may steer our nation towards a new era of prosperity and renown.

Under his final wishes and as a testament to his enduring love and commitment to our kingdom, a period of national mourning is hereby declared. Let our flags be lowered to half-mast across all lands within our sovereignty as a mark of respect and remembrance for our departed king.

May his soul find eternal rest.

Long live the king.

Decree issued by House Toras

By the authority of the New Monarch

Stay tuned for more updates!

Glovurius axa Rizia!

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Dear citizens of the Suzerainverse,

The countdown is on! Just one week remains until the grand unveiling of our beloved Kingdom of Rizia DLC! 🌟 Haven't secured your copy yet? This is the perfect time to ensure your spot on this extraordinary journey. We're immensely grateful for your support! 💕

Take advantage of our special pre-order offer - get your DLC at an exclusive price of $9.99, plus enjoy a delightful 10% discount to mark this special occasion. Each pre-order includes a precious Royal Gold Bar collectible as a token of our gratitude. Don't miss out on this addition to your collection!


👑 Secure your copy today and prepare to bask in the glory of Rizia with your very own Royal Gold Bar collectible:

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Thank you for tuning in, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Glovurius axa Rizia!

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The Grand Dutchy of Pales, 12th March 1948

Today, the Grand Duchy of Pales witnessed the coronation of its new ruler, Duke Axel Reinhart, following the abdication of his brother Duke Njolma amidst tensions over language policies. Duke Axel Reinhart's ascension is met with hope for unity, especially among the Rizian-speaking population, who view him as a figure of reconciliation. The ceremony, attended by dignitaries from Lespia, Agnolia and other nations, signals a potential shift in regional diplomacy, with Duke Axel Reinhart's popularity offering an opportunity to improve relations between Pales and its neighbors.

The declaration of Pales City as an ESCAN Heritage Site underscores the nation's commitment to preserving cultural ties, providing a foundation for fostering better understanding with Rizia. With the region watching closely, Duke Axel's reign holds the promise of peace and prosperity, with potential for diplomatic overtures and trade agreements that could reshape the dynamics between Pales and its neighbors.

Stay tuned for more updates!

Glovurius axa Rizia!

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