The beta test of the last changes was concluded successfully, therefore we have an update for you.
This is hopefully the last HoT Fix we need before focusing on other things.
We'll share some details about the update plan tomorrow.

Thanks again to all that helped us battling the bugs. Reports and also your mails with the logs and .dmp files helped a lot! Please keep it on. As there were so many reports we'll not be able to answer you all individually :)

• Fixing missing and resetting quests including double entries from the beta branch. (need to restart the game after initial launch to show missing unlocks)
  
• Fixing many, but not all crashes and starting issues. If you keep getting crashes, please send us further crash dumps.
  
• Fixing further gamepad input issues.
  
• Fixing that items can get stuck at unreachable places. (including the well)
  
• Fixing that you were given the choice of base abilities when already having 6 selected.
  
• If qualifying for it, the Ability Scroll will now at least show one Ability Upgrade. (must be unlocked and have min. trait level 3 & 6)
  
• Game pauses when losing focus.
  
• Character weapons have now proper names in the statistics.
  
• When leveling up or picking up items / abilities the character will get invulnerable for half a second.

Exciting times are ahead for all of us here at SCS, as we're forging onward with a thrilling new endeavor in partnership with our friends at Western Star®. We don't want to spill the beans just yet, but we've got a little sneak peek ready for you. The image below is just a glimpse into what we've been quietly cooking up. All we can say for now is - you might want to brace yourselves for an elevated heavy hauling experience that'll take your trucking adventures to uncharted territories.


We plan to reveal more soon. Buckle up, and get ready!

Hello Magic Apprentices!

We hope you're all doing well. We're excited to bring you another edition of our Development Progress & Update series. In this post, we will be discussing updates on a new narrative story arc, voice acting integrations, and our ongoing efforts to optimize game difficulty for Affogato.


We've been working hard recently on one of the plot points for the game. A new character has popped into the world of Affogato's cafe - a spirited indie game developer working on a game where the key theme is 'delivering goods'. This charming new addition is our playful homage to a famous game developer and his much-loved debut work which is based on the same theme.

In the process of crafting this character and her narrative arc, we've taken the liberty of weaving in snippets of our own experiences. As indie game developers, we face a plethora of challenges and victories, from the euphoria of solving a complex programming issue to the strain of long debugging sessions. Through this character, we've tried to encapsulate some of these ups and downs, infusing a piece of our journey into the heart of Affogato.

We're excited to see how this character will resonate with you, as her story reflects not just the journey of a fictional game developer, but our own personal and collective experiences as well. We wanted to do more than just share a character; we wanted to share a slice of our life, our passion, and our perseverance in the field of game development.


Next, we are now in the process of integrating voice acting in three languages: English, Chinese, and Japanese. We are diligently finalizing the script, paying special attention to the subtleties of each language to ensure cultural accuracy and relatability. We are excited for the VO to breathe life into Affogato's characters, unfolding their unique stories and personal journeys. We also hope for the effort to deepen the emotional connection between you and the vibrant characters that inhabit the world of Affogato.


Next, we've also received feedback that some battles could be quite challenging, and we're working to strike a balance, ensuring the game is exciting without being overly difficult In Affogato. For example, we have incorporated a variety of witch cards that you will discover as you progress in the game. You would be able to upgrade them and create different lineup combinations, making battles more manageable and enjoyable.


The Hermit grants 1 Penta each time it's charged up!


The World heals the ally with lowest HP once it's charged up!

That concludes this edition of our development progress update for Affogato! We hope you enjoyed learning about our latest improvements and we are looking forward to bringing you more updates soon. Your input and suggestions are invaluable in helping us craft the best possible experience for you. Be sure to stay tuned for future updates, and we're excited for you to join us on this enchanting journey!

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Hey everyone!

We are so excited to be making the post we’ve worked toward for the last few years: Driftwood has launched into Early Access today!

Thank you so much for all your feedback, for engaging with us and the rest of the community on Discord, for looking forward to our game – it’s been a joy that has gotten us through the pretty difficult task of making a whole game. Now, it’s out in the wild for you to enjoy, whether you’ve been with us since day 1 or have just found out about it.

If this is your first time seeing Driftwood: Welcome! In Driftwood, you play as an adrenaline-loving sloth named Eddy. Drift through tight corners to avoid collision with cars and obstacles, and perform wicked tricks as you take in the beautiful nature landscape around you. Our game doesn’t have freestyle skateboarding tricks or an open world – instead, it’s more about letting you, as the player, enjoy a flowy longboarding experience with impeccable vibes. Eddy will be down to drift regardless of whether you go for a more relaxed session or engage in challenges to rank up on the leaderboards. The goals you set for yourself are up to you!

Be sure to wishlist our game if you haven’t already, and follow us on here for all of the updates we’ll make to the game over time. If you like what you see, don’t be shy in checking it out for yourself! 😉 We have some exciting days ahead.

Until next time!
Leo and Jason

Hello Pawsome!

We're continuing our series of Catizens game guides. Last time, we covered how to cook food for catizens, as well as how to find and grow basic ingredients. Today, we're going to tell you how to equip your Knights and Rangers with more advanced weapons.



All of the weapons in the game are crafted by cats with the "Blacksmith" trait. From the third level of the game, you can hire a smith at the Market in exchange for a few gold coins. Before then, you'll have to make due with the weapons your cats came with.



You can craft more advanced weapons for your Knights and Rangers to strengthen them against enemies:

• Steel and golden swords;
  
• Recurve and golden bows;
  
• Metal shields;
  
• Knight's chest plate;
  
• Leather boots.

A first level blacksmith can only forge steel swords. To unlock other items, upgrade your smith cat's talents.



You will also need special resources to craft each of these items:

• Metal Ore – extracted from rocks and metal ore deposits.
  
• Gold – can be found in mines, obtained from rocks, or as a trophy when defeating rats.
  
• Leather and sinew – obtained when hunting wolves and bears.
  
• Feathers – dropped by crows when attacking your crops.

You can also buy these items at the market, but they'll cost you.

When you have enough resources, and the right talents from the Blacksmith are available, you can start the process of making weapons in the Crafting Menu. The blacksmith will venture to the forge and begin their work.



Tell us in the comments what other aspects of Catizens you'd like us to write about. And do not forget to join our community on Discord, where you can quickly get answers to any questions about the game.


Regards,
Catizens Team

Venture into the unknown in Etrian Odyssey III HD, now available for the first time on PC!  



Purchase Etrian Odyssey III HD before 6/14 to receive in-game character portraits of Nahobino from Shin Megami Tensei V and Aigis from Persona 3!



Intrigued by the legend, many explorers gathered in Armoroad, all hoping to challenge the undersea labyrinth. But so far, none have found the fabled sunken city. Set sail to Armoroad to navigate the Yggdrasil Labyrinth, find the drowned city, and win fortune and glory!

Build your own party of explorers from the all-new twelve different character classes. Descend the labyrinth that swallowed the mystery of Armoroad and the drowned city.

Etrian Odyssey III HD Features:

• Newly remastered graphics, remastered soundtrack and quality of life improvements, including difficulty selection and save slots
  
  
• Easy access to the Monstrous Codex, quest log and skill tree
  
  
• Maximize your adventuring by optimizing your party, and choose the character classes that work for your playstyle.

 

Etrian Odyssey III HD is now available on Steam!

Venture into the unknown in Etrian Odyssey HD, now available for the first time on PC!



Purchase Etrian Odyssey HD before 6/14 to receive in-game character portraits of Joker from Persona 5 and Ringo from Soul Hackers 2!



Build a party of explorers from nine different character classes - Create a woodland Survivalist, shield-bearing Protector, whip-wielding Dark Hunter, and more. Scour through the dungeon's many layers and fend off the unknown to discover the truth behind the Yggdrasil Labyrinth.

Etrian Odyssey HD Features:

• Newly remastered graphics, remastered soundtrack and quality of life improvements, including difficulty selection and save slots
  
• Easy access to the Monstrous Codex, quest log and skill tree
  
• Maximize your adventuring by optimizing your party, and choose the character classes that work for your playstyle.

 
Etrian Odyssey HD is now available on Steam!

Venture into the unknown in Etrian Odyssey II HD, now available for the first time on PC!  



Purchase Etrian Odyssey II HD before 6/14 to receive in-game character portraits of Demi-fiend from Shin Megami Tensei III Nocturne and Teddie from Persona 4!



Build your own party from twelve different classes of heroes and climb through the Yggdrasil tree to reach the clouds and uncover the truth of High Lagaard.

Etrian Odyssey II HD Features:

• Newly remastered graphics, remastered soundtrack and quality of life improvements, including difficulty selection and save slots
  
• Easy access to the Monstrous Codex, quest log and skill tree
  
• Maximize your adventuring by optimizing your party, and choose the character classes that work for your playstyle.

Etrian Odyssey II HD is now available on Steam!

Greetings, Swordsmen!

We hope you are all doing well. We’re thrilled to bring you Issue #2 of our Development Progress & Update series. In this post, we will be sharing with you the significant story milestones we've made in the past weeks, along with character art portraits and gameplay tweaks.


The heart of Wandering Sword lies in its storyline, and we're excited to announce that we have completed all the main story content and cutscenes! This means that the backbone of the Wuxia adventure is fully formed and playable from start to finish.

But we want to make it better.

We are now working on creating more side quests and events to provide a more robust adventuring experience. Expect more engaging narrative and meeting more interesting characters in your Wuxia journey!


Next, we have designed a series of character art portraits, each encapsulating the various characters that you will encounter on your Wandering Sword adventure. Here's a small sample of what's to come!


In addition to enriching the narrative and characters you will be meeting, we're also fine-tuning gameplay elements.



First, we are introducing a new set of skills designed to accentuate the unique traits of each martial arts school. This involves adjusting the game's balance through the meridian system, fostering a more strategic and engaging combat experience.

Implementing side (Left) and back attacks (Right)!
Secondly, we are developing more combat strategies with the implementation of side and back attacks, injecting a dynamic layer of combat mechanics to the gameplay.

Color-coded enemy difficulty: Green is easy, red is hard.

Lastly, we've improved our tutorial system, introducing enemy difficulty indicators and NPC interaction hints, making gameplay more intuitive for new players.

This concludes Issue #2 of our Development Progress & Update series! We are eager to share even more of our progress with you in forthcoming updates. We're looking forward to the journey ahead, the adventures to be had, and the companionship to share in Wandering Sword!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1876890/Wandering_Sword/

Be sure to follow our social media accounts to stay up-to-date on all the latest news and announcements. And if you haven't already, add Wandering Sword to your Steam wishlist to be the first to know when the game is released!

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Hello Scientists,

We have teamed up with our friends and fellow Polish developers Creepy Jar, the crew behind the renowned Green Hell.

Green Hell massively inspired the Forever Skies team and we’ve all put in countless hours playing so it’s a real honor for us to work with them.

In the meantime, if you haven’t picked up the game, go check their Steam page. The game has been out since 2019 and the team is still supporting it today with new content. They recently just added a massive building update.



Green Hell is an open-world survival game set in the extreme conditions of the uncharted Amazon jungle. Use real-life survival techniques to craft, hunt, fight, gather resources, set up a makeshift shelter, or raise a fortress. Tend your wounds and maintain mental health - alone or with friends.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/815370/Green_Hell/

All the best and see you in the jungle!

Team Far From Home