Ahoy, Sky Sailors!

In a recent Devlog, we announced that your previous saves (characters and worlds) would no longer be compatible with Aloft’s Bloom & Blight update. This is because we’ve made significant stability improvements to core systems such as world generation and sava data.

That being said, your previous saves are not gone! If you’re not ready to play the new update just yet, or if you’re feeling nostalgic, you can access the 0.3.3.22 legacy branch by following the steps below:

1. Right-click Aloft in your Steam Library and select Properties. 

2. In the window that appears, navigate to the Betas tab and choose 0.3.3.22 from the drop-down menu.

3. Once selected, Steam will display the ‘Update’ button, allowing you to download the legacy version and continue your previous adventures.

Some reminders:

• You may switch between different versions of Aloft at any time.

• The 0.3.3.22 legacy branch will not receive any updates or support.

• Users must be on the same version of the game in order to play together in multiplayer.

• Custom Islands on the Steam Workshop remain compatible with the Bloom & Blight update.

Thank you and please let us know if you have any questions! 💙

Our cuties are now running at top speed! 💖 We've given the game a fresh polish with a focus on making your waifu-collecting journey faster and more stable.

The paranormal investigations continue as players step into haunted locations inspired by real-life places, uncovering clues, identifying spirits, and banishing them before they banish you!

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Thank you to everyone who’s played the demo so far.

Your support and feedback have been incredible, as we’re continuing to refine and improve N.O.X based on your experiences.

If you’ve played the demo, we’d love to hear your thoughts.

💬 Share your feedback here

Player Survey

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🎮 Play the N.O.X Demo Now 🧭 Add N.O.X to your Steam Wishlist

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3653590/NOX/

🎃 We're ending the Haunted Hands event with an afterparty! Of course, we're rewarding livestream viewers generously 🎁🎉

📝 Enter your GOP ID DURING the livestream in our form to claim your attendee reward: https://forms.office.com/r/CEmjYJjmnu (link will become active on Friday, November 7th at 3PM CET)

Alternatively, watch our weekly livestreams on:
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The Arabic and Polish versions have been proofread.

Balance Changes

• Changes cluster phase thresholds, so smaller clusters are more forgiving.

A major update has arrived for It’s John’s House!
This version refines and optimizes the experience for smoother gameplay, improved visuals, and better localization.

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• Updated English and Hungarian dialogues – rewritten and refined for clearer tone and emotion

• Improved localizations – more accurate translations across the game

• New props and furniture – added details that enhance storytelling and realism

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• Optimized Normal difficulty – smoother balance between tension and challenge

• Smarter enemy AI – improved pathfinding and reactions for more natural behaviour

• Polished gameplay – refined interactions and transitions for a more consistent experience

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• Reduced stutters and frame drops – thanks to the new addressable loading system

• New post-effects – subtle sepia tone and refined grading for better visibility on dark screens without losing atmosphere

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• Fixed most known bugs – addressing minor audio and object behaviour glitches.

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Thank you for continuing to explore It’s John’s House!
Your feedback helps shape the world of Dr. John Ravenwood, keep sharing your thoughts in the Community Hub.

– Patrik M.

Here is a small patch release to fix the most reported problems after the 0.9.0 release. This fixes multiple saving problems and multiple infinite MP exploits, but there are still some non-optimal MP refund behaviour in this release and probably some more complex edits can still lead to too large MP refunds. To fully fix the MP calculation system more time is needed than what was available for this quick patch.

Read the previous update for details on the new major features that 0.9.0 added.

• Fixed loading a save where endosymbiosis was started or completed
  
• Fixed 3 reported ways to exploit the microbe editor to get infinite MP
  
• Fixed loading a save made in the multicellular editor where the player had a grown colony before entering the editor
  
• Added a new system where known compatible save versions can be marked and those can be loaded without any warning popup
  
• Updated translations

The Bat’s spell now only copies spells that actively consume Energy to cast, excluding Deathrattles and Battlecries. This change targets the overpowered combo of the Bat replicating the Turtle’s Deathrattle, which proved too dominant in recent matches.

Midnight Files is officially OUT NOW! After months of development and an incredible Steam Next Fest, the full game is finally here and ready for you to play.

Thank you to everyone who played the demo, left feedback, and added the game to their wishlists. Your support made this launch possible, and I can't wait to see you dive into the complete detective experience.

• Multiple cases to solve - Investigate complex crimes across different locations in Midnight City. Each case brings new challenges and mysteries.

• Full investigation toolkit - Use your camera, evidence notebook, flashlight, and detective board to piece together the truth. Every clue matters.

• Atmospheric 1980s setting - Experience the tension and atmosphere through detailed environments and authentic period details.

• Complete gamepad support - Play comfortably with full controller support, whether at your desk or on the couch.

• Your choices matter - How you approach investigations and what conclusions you draw will shape your experience.

This is just the beginning. I'll continue to listen to your feedback and improve Midnight Files based on what you share. Every review, comment, and suggestion helps shape the future of the game.

Ready to start your investigation? Midnight Files is available NOW on Steam.Thank you for being part of this journey!

Pawel / Paper Lynx Games