https://store.steampowered.com/app/3985200/Steel_Ark_Demo

Heads up: this is a pre-alpha single-player demo - no multiplayer yet, and not fully polished. But it’s here to give you a taste of what Steel Ark is becoming.

Also: this is not the final version of the demo, we will be updating it and adding new features later on.

Our Discord: Discord

Now enough talk - go and play the Demo!

You know you want this.

You want to rule the HELL.

You can now.

🐭Would you like to catch a rat or a crow? Jenny is sad and you don't know how to distract her? Do you want to exorcise ghosts, or break a curse, or look into a room with illusion? Not a problem! After all, all the necessary items to activate areas and modes can be found in the store.🐦

Traps and nets, wire cutters, ghostly powers and cursed activators - these and other items you can buy at a discounted price. All activators are 40% off for the next 3 days!

Additionally, health regeneration rates have been doubled this coming weekend! Complete the rooms with redoubled zeal and don’t disappoint the owner of the mansion!

After two years of solo development (with one year being Early Access), 3000 hours of work and 108k word count later, Whimel Academy is finally out in 1.0!!! Yay! This is my first commercial game, and I've learned so much through this journey.

Thank you to everyone who's supported me during Early Access! Whimel Academy has truly changed so much for the better in just this one year. You have all been very patient with me throughout the bugs and patches and save wipes, not to mention all of your precious suggestions and feedback have made the game so much better! XD

And for anyone who's playing the game now, I'm so happy you decided to give Whimel Academy a try, and I hope you like the experience!! Please leave a review if you can, I'll really appreciate it!! If you have any questions, feedback or bug reports, I'll be active in our discord (https://discord.gg/6sFHFj8ATg), or you could use the in-game bug report form.

• Launcher removed: The game client now launches directly via the Steam Play button

• Updated in-game fonts to a modern style, resolving character rendering issues

• The Graphics options are now accessible directly from the in-game menu

  • Note: A restart is required for changes to take effect

  • If you experience DPI or resolution issues, please delete the file [c]config.ops[/c] located in your Kathana folder at [c]/system/config.ops[/c]

• Reduced client size by approximately 700 MB

• Optimized object loading, resulting in improved client performance

• Players will now reconnect to the Character Selection screen in case of disconnection (feature added in the previous patch)

• A new confirmation prompt has been introduced to display the full item list before completing a purchase from a personal shop

• Implemented a Chat History window feature, allowing players to view all previous messages, including electronic bulletin messages

• The target character’s level is now displayed next to their name in the trade window

• Updated the schedule events for Anaka Kruma and High Kruma

• Increased drop rate of Halloween Pumpkins

• Improved overall server stability and resilience

• Enhanced client security to improve protection and detection against cheating and unauthorized modifications

• Fixed an issue where the [c]+[/c] and [c]-[/c] keys toggled the Skill Bars in reverse order

  • The [c]+[/c] key now correctly cycles Skill Bars from 1 to 5

  • The [c]-[/c] key now correctly cycles Skill Bars from 5 to 1

  • Additionally, the Increment and Decrement buttons near Slot 0 now function properly, switching Skill Bars as intended

• Fixed map server issues that prevented players from logging in or moving between maps

• Fixed an issue where shadows could not be toggled on or off

It’s been a very eventful month: new in-game tools have been released and a global server merge took place — let’s go through everything step by step! Here we go!

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At the beginning of October, we added the Handbook to the game and expanded the Party Finder features.

First of all, we want to express our huge thanks to all players who have helped and continue to help clarify information in the Handbook, regularly contributing fresh materials to the service. Secondly, we believe that having access to information directly in the game will help newcomers find answers to their questions more quickly. Leave a comment if you’ve already tried out the Handbook and have your own opinion to share.

Party Finder is a feature created to make it easier to find partners and parties for any gaming interests. We carefully monitored your feedback about the basic matchmaking and eagerly prepared the expanded version, which now helps hundreds of parties gather every day.

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One of the key events in October was the global server merge. Starting October 14, the game worlds are represented by the Russian-speaking Fenix and Helios servers and the multilingual Solus server. These mergers are a consistent step toward building a denser, more interactive community, where both new and seasoned players can more easily find company and activities that interest them.

Your feedback plays one of the most important roles in the game's development. Thanks to your well-reasoned input, we revised our server merge plan and combined Pyros/Ignis and Solus/Astus in this particular configuration.

We also improved the server backend and changed the Castle Siege schedule to make them more comfortable for the majority of users online.

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The technical support, community manager and developer teams continue to work on not only improving support quality but also implementing additional automated systems to combat bots and unfair players.

Thank you so much for reporting violations and helping us keep the game fair for everyone. A reminder: you can report violations and suspicious activity to the Support Team or via email at

support@baseplatform.online. Every report is carefully reviewed.

We plan to complete our evaluation of the new service version’s effectiveness by the end of October. We hope that with these updates, honest players will find the game even more enjoyable!

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At the end of September, we revamped the Creator Program, making it more flexible, convenient and comfortable for content creators dedicated to our beloved game. We hope more talented creators will join us, more community content will be released, and the game’s popularity will continue to grow. Join us!

For those who love getting great deals, we’ve prepared an updated list of Marketplace items. Thanks to your activity, Royal Quest Online continues to hold 6th place on the Steam Marketplace product list. Impressive!

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Cardigan’s Mystery has ended, and this year you really went above and beyond in this event! In the Minotaur’s Labyrinth alone, you managed to open almost 2.5 million Soul Vaults!

But that’s not all: whispers of strange occurrences are growing more frequent in the taverns, and mysterious sounds echo from the forests at night. Something eerie seems to be approaching, which means there are so many adventures ahead that there’ll be digging for days and days!

Nevertheless, despite all the city tales, merchants from all over Elenia are continuing to gather in Varlone. It looks like in a few weeks, they’ll flood the entire capital!

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That wraps up today’s issue of the Royal Chronicles. Share your thoughts and ask questions in the comments.

See you in Royal Quest!

The time has come for a major and important update. We have completely overhauled the game—this isn't just a patch, it's practically a rebirth of the project. After analyzing your feedback, we realized we wanted to steer towards a more strategic and deep roguelike experience. As a result, we've conducted a massive refactoring that touched the very core of the gameplay.

The previous version of the game was more chaotic. We wanted to give you more control over creating unique builds and shift the focus from instant reactions to thoughtful strategy. Your success now depends not just on reflexes, but also on the decisions you make between floors.

1. Runes This is a brand-new mechanic that allows for deep combinatorics in character buffs. How it works now: At the end of each floor, you choose a new rune that grants a permanent bonus (e.g., Attack, Health, Armor, Speed, Spell Power, Crit Chance). The real depth comes from runes empowering each other when placed adjacent to one another on the grid. This makes you think carefully about how to arrange your runes to maximize their benefits.

2. New Map and Level Structure The old map was linear. We've completely redesigned it, it's now more akin to distinct rooms, each with its own encounters.

3. Daggers and Hammer To allow the rune system to truly shine, we needed a clear and balanced foundation. We've replaced the old arsenal with two polar-opposite weapon types, each defining your playstyle:
   Daggers: For those who love speed, rapid attacks, and mobility.
   Hammer: For those who believe in a single, crushing blow. This crucial choice from the very first second forces you to immediately define your tactics and pick runes that complement them.

4. Meet the Brute and the Coven Witches! These new enemies were created specifically to test the durability of your new strategic builds. They will force you to rethink your rune configurations.

In essence, you are getting not just an update, but practically a whole new game. It's more complex, engaging, and rewarding. We've returned to the roots of the roguelike genre, where every decision carries weight.

This is the most important step in our project's development, and your feedback is crucial to us. Please try out the new combinations, find the most powerful ones, and share your thoughts in the discussions!

Thank you for staying with us. There's a lot more exciting content to come!

You arrive at an orbital station lost among the stars 🌌. Far from familiar worlds, there are no competitors or earthly market rules here, only an empty trading module 🚀 and limitless possibilities.

At first, your store is a small compartment with a basic assortment of goods 📦. Your task is to understand the needs of your customers, from humans to alien races 👽, and gradually develop your business. Every decision matters: what goods to buy, how to organize the space, who to hire for the team 🤖 to ensure impeccable service.

With each successful step, your station grows, new technologies appear, sales floors expand, and opportunities open up for the introduction of unique products ✨. Over time, your modest store turns into the center of the galactic entertainment industry, where reputation and strategy determine your place among the stars🪐.

🌟 Game features:

📦 Assortment and development — expand your product line, open new categories, and implement technologies of the future.

🚀 Business growth — improve your station, expand your halls, and create unique upgrades.

🤖 Staff — hire assistants and manage your team for effective work.

🌌 Progression — go from a small shop to an influential corporation spanning the entire galaxy.

Now space is your arena. Manage, develop, and conquer the universe of adult entertainment💫.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4051950/SPACE_SEX_SHOP/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1176231/

Dear Lancers:

There will be an update on October 24th. This will not interrupt your experience and you can continue playing during the update. If you encounter temporary matchmaking issues, please be patient; they'll be resolved quickly. We apologize for any inconvenience.

• Optimized the gameplay experience in Toy Front Line under high-ping conditions.

• Granted a portion of Level rewards even upon failure in Toy Front Line.

• Adjusted the following Weapons in Toy Front Line:

  • Sniper Rifle - Resolver: Damage no longer has distance fall-off.

  • Sniper Rifle - Resolver: Increased base damage from 150 to 230.

  • Sniper Rifle - Highlife: Increased base damage from 120 to 170.

  • SMG - Clampdown: Increased base damage from 12 to 14.

  • SMG - Mad Dog-S: Increased base damage from 9 to 11.

  • SMG - Mad Dog-S: Increased additional Corrosive damage from 8 to 11.

  • Shotgun - Mad Dog-S: Increased base damage from 48 to 56.

  • Marksman Rifle - Bad Moon-S: Increased base damage from 24 to 30.

  • Marksman Rifle - Bad Reputation: Increased base damage from 50 to 58.

  • Assault Rifle - Discipline: Increased additional Shock damage from 10 to 14.

  • Assault Rifle - Fever : Increased additional Fire damage from 10 to 15.

  • LMG - Ghost Pepper: Increased additional Frost damage from 8 to 11.

  • LMG - My Way Increased additional Shock damage from 10 to 14.

• Adjusted the "Sanctuary" Shard Card: Health is now 800, health regeneration rate has been reduced from 50/s to 10/s, and duration has been adjusted to 90 seconds.

• Fixed an issue where playing Level 3-2 on Investigation difficulty could cause the match to end abruptly under specific conditions.

• Fixed an issue where the stun effect on certain bosses would function incorrectly under specific conditions in Survival difficulty.

• Fixed an issue that prevented the current wave from ending under specific conditions in certain Levels.

• Fixed an issue where damage from some of the bosses' skills in Level 2-3 was applied incorrectly.

• Fixed an issue where the active time and usage limit for certain Shard Cards in Toy Front Line were incorrect.

• Fixed an issue where the effects of certain Shard Cards in Toy Front Line mode were not working as intended.

• Fixed an issue that prevented bosses from dealing damage correctly under specific conditions.

• Fixed an issue where the visual effects for the "Get Back" skill were incorrect when using the Zephyr - Halloween Hollows skin under specific conditions.

We care about your gaming experience and appreciate your feedback. It helps us make FragPunk the best experience for everyone. Please keep your feedback coming, and we'll keep working to improve the game! Thank you for your support.