We’ve got a big one today, full of SURPRISES for you all. What surprises, you may ask?
NEW STUFF!
A key part of this update is an exciting feature that we know you’ve been asking about for a while…
We’ve finally added voice chat to Omega Strikers, and, even better, we've partnered up with Discord to give you seamless, reliable communication features directly within the game.
It’s super simple to do, all you need is to link your Discord account to Omega Strikers and you’ll be able to happily chat away with your Goalie when they miss a save! You won’t be mean! Surely!
It’ll also import your Discord friends right to OS so you don’t have to worry about searching them up and finding them - as long as they have their Discord accounts linked.
We’ll also have it so you can chat with your buds in-game via Discord so it syncs with your account. Never miss a message again when your friend tells you to hop on!
Don’t have a Discord account? That’s chill too - you can still join voice calls and everything in-game. You’ll just be missing out on the automatic friend syncing and Discord message syncing.
Please note that this feature will only be available on the PC version of Omega Strikers at this time!
We've also got new skins for your favorite characters, balance changes, new emotes (and 2 more emote slots actually), and NEW SKINS BRO FOR REAL. Alright, let’s check out the details, shall we?
SYSTEMS
Discord Integration
Full in-game voice chat with teammates
No Discord account is required to chat, but you’ll miss out on the extra features!
Your Discord friends list in-game.
Quick adds to your Discord friends so you don’t have to search to find them.
Message syncing with across OS and Discord.
Easy account linking via OS settings.
Note: will only be available on the PC version of Omega Strikers at this time
More emote slots
2 more!
That’s 7 total!
Wow!
That’ll be great for the new emoticons.
COSMETICS
These new festive skins and emoticons will be unlockable for free with the Ahten Winter Festival event, beginning December 13th! Check back each day for a new mission and something new to unlock!
Skins
Father Rasmus
Naughty List Nao
Festive Finii
Little Drummer Mako
Emoticons
12x new emoticons
Shout out to Dragonclaude, OddballBigba, Jena, Beeb, GutConfetti, hbcat13, and one of our concept artists Brian for their contributions.
STRIKERS
Drek’ar
Drek is near the bottom of pick rate in most tiers of play, and in higher tiers especially he’s been pretty weak. We’re giving him a slight tap to bring that up a bit.
Xeno Cloak [SECONDARY]
Ability damage buff :: 25% → 30%
12.5% → 15% to Core
Dubu
My tofu man here is pretty strong in every tier of play and he has a lot of people picking him. Just gonna tone him down a tiny little bit.
Somerassault [SECONDARY]
Cooldown :: 17s → 18s
Damage :: 220 → 230
Juliette
HUGE nerf. Juliette is performing decently above average in all tiers - enough to warrant keeping an eye on if it continues. She hasn’t been at the top in a while though, so it’s chill. For now……
Fiery Fist [PRIMARY]
Cooldown :: 7.5s → 8s
Kai
Kai isn’t really doing super great anywhere. Giving him a boost to his power but making sure he doesn’t go crazy with across-map snipes.
Base stats
Power :: 90 → 95
Giga Blast [SPECIAL]
Damage / Knockback :: 240 → 235
Mako
This Little Drummer Girl shines best when she simply has good teammates and she boosts them.
Drum and Base [SECONDARY]
Haste :: 25% → 23.5%
Ensnare Drums [SPECIAL]
Cooldown :: 40s → 38s
Rune
Small adjustment to Rune. More reward for landing the like hardest skill shot in the game (AT LEAST IN MY HUMBLE OPINION!!!!!)
Unstable Anomaly [PRIMARY]
Pillar damage :: 187.5 + 93.75% → 180 + 90%
Shadow Swap [SECONDARY]
Pillar damage :: 187.5 + 93.75% → 180 + 90%
Banish [SPECIAL]
Cooldown :: 35s → 34s
Damage :: 260 + 130% → 270 + 135%
X
Even though it was kind of a bralwer meta, X was not feeling too hot. This should give him a little bit more mobility around the map but not make him rely on a strike reset crutch.
Bull Rush [SECONDARY]
Cooldown: 15s → 14s
X Maximus! [SPECIAL]
Cooldown :: 37.5s → 38s
MAPS AND MODES
Rotated In: Gates of Obscura Rotated Out: Ai.Mi’s App
AWAKENINGS
Rotated out:
Rampage
Siege Machine
Rotated In:
Demolitionist
Peak Performance
Built Different
Among size awakenings, built different was built different.
Size :: 30% → 25%
Explosive Enterance
This is generally pretty weak except on some characters (Zentaro) and some characters could use an indirect buff (Zentaro)
Damage :: 12.5% → 13% (2.5% → 3.25% core)
Magnetized Soles
Far and away the best Gear everywhere, just gonna bring it down the tiniest tad to give the others more appeal.
Speed :: 25% → 23%
Super Surge
Super Surge is underperformaing compared to its class, but I’m not trying to touch speed too much atm.
Damage to core :: 6% → 7.5%
Vicious Vambrace
The least popular of the gear, Vambrace is often left to the wayside. This may help a touch in a more KO-focused meta.
Stagger restore from hitting Core :: 9% → 10%
Bug fixes
Ascended poses with skins should now properly display.
Release 1.11.2 brings a long-requested option for making your new Phobies competitive more quickly:
Additions
Average Collection Level
Players will now see the average level of their Phobies collection in the top-left corner of the Collection screen, as well as the Upgrade screen.
This information has been added to facilitate the new Phobies Acceleration feature.
Phobies Acceleration
This feature is intended to help players who have acquired exciting new Phobies cards to bring them in-line with their overall collection more rapidly.
Phobies Acceleration allows players to “accelerate” a card to the average level of their total Phobies collection, using Coffee to supplement upgrade cards and/or XP.
Here’s how the feature works:
Acceleration is unlocked for players who have reached Stress Level 20 or higher.
Acceleration becomes available for a Phobie when:
A player has exhausted the upgrade cards available to upgrade the Phobie through normal means, and;
The Phobie is below the average level of the player’s collection.
Acceleration works through the standard card upgrade flow.
When available, Acceleration allows a player to spend Coffee to compensate for lacking upgrade cards and XP, bringing the Phobie card to the average level of the player’s total collection.
Multiple factors influence the Coffee cost for this action, including (but not limited to) the delta between the Phobie’s existing level and the average collection level, and the card’s rarity.
We know that players have been asking for a method of boosting their new monsters for some time, and we’d love to hear your feedback on this update. This feature is not intended as a replacement for the normal level up flow, but we did want to provide players with more agency in bringing new members of their Phobies teams up to a similar power level to their old favorites.
Fixes:
Reminder Pop-Ups
Fixed a time-related issue that was preventing special offer reminder pop-ups from appearing to players after some time had passed and the initial presentation was shown.
Stability
Assorted fixes have been added to improve game stability on multiple platforms.
This is our final planned update for 2024, so we wanted to take this opportunity to thank our players for their support over the past year. The Phobies team would like to wish our community a very safe and happy holiday season.
Mayan DLC is coming with four brand-new escape rooms, and, as always, each room is packed with challenging puzzles and ancient mysteries. Also, let's not forget, take a look at these new and shiny Mayan Adventurer outfits!
Let's see what's coming your way:
Escape Simulator is currently at its biggest discount yet. You can get it for only $9.99 / 8.49€ / £7.49! The best value is the Collector’s Edition, which includes the base game, all four DLCs, and the soundtrack.
Watch your step in the Mayan jungle! Quick, take this FAQ!
How many rooms are included in this DLC? Like our other paid DLCs, the Mayan DLC brings four new escape rooms, each designed to offer around 45 minutes of gameplay.
What is the price for the DLC? The Mayan DLC is priced at $5.99 / 5.99 € / £4.99!
How many friends can I invite to join me in the Mayan DLC multiplayer? You can play with up to 10 players, though for the best experience, we recommend a group of 2-3 players.
Is Mayan DLC VR-compatible? Yes, VR support is included and ready for the Mayan DLC.
Will Mayan DLC be available on Meta Quest? Yes, Mayan DLC is coming to Quest in January 2025
Do my friends need to own the Mayan DLC to join me in co-op? Yes, each player in multiplayer mode will need to own the Mayan DLC to play together.
I want to use Mayan DLC props in the Room Editor, but I don’t see them available. What should I do? Mayan DLC props will be added to the Room Editor next week. These props will be accessible to all players, regardless of whether they own the DLC.
Are there any new achievements with the DLC? While we considered adding new achievements, we decided against it to avoid impacting players who have already fully completed the game.
What should I do if I encounter any bugs or crashes? If you run into any issues, please report them via email at community@pinestudio.com or on our Discord server in the #bugs channel. Sending your .LOG file will help us resolve issues quickly.
☃️The snow covers the world with a cosy, white blanket, but let’s leave hibernation to creatures of the forest 🐻
Gear up with your favourite sweater and a cup of hot chocolate because we’ve got something for you!
To celebrate the holiday season, we’ve made sure that an array of our titles is even more accessible and Void Prison is among them. From December 5th to December 19th, you can get it at an amazing discount as part of the Untold Tales Winter Sale. 🛒
🌨️ Browse our publisher page for more Winter Deals 🌨️
Void Prison is a fast paced, endless arcade twin stick shooter that puts you inside of an ever shrinking ring. Survive by fighting emerging enemies around you and don't get consumed by the void. Complete achievements to unlock new skins and powerups and get on top of the leaderboards!
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We’re thrilled to announce that Fort Solis is now Steam Deck Verified! 🎮🌌
Take the gripping narrative and atmospheric journey of Fort Solis with you wherever you go. Whether you're exploring the haunting corridors of the Martian outpost or unraveling its deep mystery, the full experience is now optimized for the Steam Deck!
What does Steam Deck Verified mean for you?
Plug and Play: Download and jump right in! No messing with settings to get it working.
Built for the Deck: The controls are designed to work with the Steam Deck, so you can game comfortably.
Optimized Performance: Fort Solis runs smoothly, delivering an immersive experience without hitches.
Docked or Handheld: Continue your story anywhere—whether you’re docked for a bigger view or on the move with your handheld setup!
Also... Ciao Italia! Fort Solis Arrives in Italian!
That's right, you've asked for it and we listened! We're super excited to announce that Fort Solis is now localized in Italian! We know language barriers can be a bummer when you're trying to immerse yourself in a game, so we wanted to make sure our Italian community could experience the chilling story of Fort Solis in their native language.
So, settle in, and prepare to uncover the mysteries of Mars... in Italian! Grazie mille for your incredible support!
See you on Mars 🌑✨
--- PS Oh, and did we mention QoL improvements? Like easier access to Photo Mode directly from the main menu, allowing players to capture and share stunning images of the Martian base and landscape.
Embrace the chill and turn up the fun with the QubicGames Winter Sale! Enjoy an icy 70% discount on all our games, giving you the perfect excuse to stay in and play. Whether you’re a fan of fast-paced action, puzzling challenges, or immersive adventures, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out – the season of gaming is here!
☃️The snow covers the world with a cosy, white blanket, but let’s leave hibernation to creatures of the forest 🐻
Gear up with your favourite sweater and a cup of hot chocolate because we’ve got something for you!
To celebrate the holiday season, we’ve made sure that an array of our titles is even more accessible and Ready, Steady, Ship! is among them. From December 5th to December 19th, you can get it at an amazing discount as part of the Untold Tales Winter Sale. 🛒
🌨️ Browse our publisher page for more Winter Deals 🌨️
Grab a buddy for this chaotic couch co-op delight. Use various tools and equipment to assemble the most efficient conveyor belts to keep the goods flowing! Best played in 2-player couch coop.
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Embrace the chill and turn up the fun with the QubicGames Winter Sale! Enjoy an icy 70% discount on all our games, giving you the perfect excuse to stay in and play. Whether you’re a fan of fast-paced action, puzzling challenges, or immersive adventures, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out – the season of gaming is here!
☃️The snow covers the world with a cosy, white blanket, but let’s leave hibernation to creatures of the forest 🐻
Gear up with your favourite sweater and a cup of hot chocolate because we’ve got something for you!
To celebrate the holiday season, we’ve made sure that an array of our titles is even more accessible and Tools Up! is among them. From December 5th to December 19th, you can get it at an amazing discount as part of the Untold Tales Winter Sale. 🛒
🌨️ Browse our publisher page for more Winter Deals 🌨️
Tools Up! is an exciting local co-op that tests your renovation and teamwork skills. Paint walls, tear off wallpaper, and move couches against the clock!
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☃️The snow covers the world with a cosy, white blanket, but let’s leave hibernation to creatures of the forest 🐻
Gear up with your favourite sweater and a cup of hot chocolate because we’ve got something for you!
To celebrate the holiday season, we’ve made sure that an array of our titles is even more accessible and The Cub is among them. From December 5th to December 19th, you can get it at an amazing discount as part of the Untold Tales Winter Sale. 🛒
🌨️ Browse our publisher page for more Winter Deals 🌨️
From the creators of Golf Club Nostalgia and Highwater. Return to their whimsical, neon-lit apocalypse in a Jungle Book meets The Armageddon fusion. Parkour through the remains of humanity as a child being hunted, while catchy end-of-days tunes and curious survivor stories play on the radio.
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