Early Access 3/12 Patch Opt-In
Defenders!
As we’ve previously mentioned, we’re hard at work to make sure you have an update to play with, and get to experience some of the changes we’ve been able to pump out before the March “Summoning the Demon Lord” update. We don’t like releasing builds on Friday, but we also don’t like missing goals, so we’re creating an alternative for those of you who want to get on the newest patch ASAP.
There’s now a preview branch on which any player can opt-in to and get the new patch earlier (click HERE for the notes). We believe we have fixed all the known data loss and progression issues but to be on the safe side we ask that you backup your local save in case you come across any issue.
[h2]How To Opt-In[/h2]
Please follow the instructions below on backing up your save and then changing your Steam beta branch:
[h2]How To Recover[/h2]
If you experience any data loss issues of any kind due to switching over to this build, here is what we recommend doing:
[h2]Why We’re Doing this[/h2]
This is something we’ve seen other developers do to help mitigate any damage that a new patch might bring, as we won’t be able to address the issues over the weekend. It’s a temporary measure, as next week we will release the patch to everyone, addressing any issues along the way. Players are able to switch back at any time should they choose to, only needing to contact support if you ran into a data loss issue. Also to note, any progress made on this preview build WILL transfer over to the live build, so any gear or time spent (should you not run into any issues) carries over to the live version.
[h2]What’s Next?[/h2]
We’re currently hard at work on two things: getting our Nintendo Switch build into the best state possible so that we pass certification with flying colors, and getting our March update polished so that you are able to experience the horrors that are the Demon Lord (and his fireproof loincloth), take on the terrifying enemies that await you in the Nightmare difficulty, masochistic rewards provided through Hardcore Mode, conquer the Act I Challenge maps, and more!
There’s a lot that we’re currently powering through, and are excited for you to brave through our hard work that is the March Update — “Summoning the Demon Lord”. We’ll keep you posted with our development and what to expect.
[h2]Social Defenders[/h2]
To get reliable updates on the future of DDA make sure to follow us on all our social media platforms:
Keep an eye out for more info!
For Etheria!
Chromatic Games
As we’ve previously mentioned, we’re hard at work to make sure you have an update to play with, and get to experience some of the changes we’ve been able to pump out before the March “Summoning the Demon Lord” update. We don’t like releasing builds on Friday, but we also don’t like missing goals, so we’re creating an alternative for those of you who want to get on the newest patch ASAP.
There’s now a preview branch on which any player can opt-in to and get the new patch earlier (click HERE for the notes). We believe we have fixed all the known data loss and progression issues but to be on the safe side we ask that you backup your local save in case you come across any issue.
[h2]How To Opt-In[/h2]
Please follow the instructions below on backing up your save and then changing your Steam beta branch:
- Navigate to C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Local\DDS\Saved\SaveGames
- Copy DDA_Player_0.esv to another location on your computer, outside of the directory it is currently in.
- Right click Dungeon Defenders: Awakened in Steam and go to Properties
- Click on the BETAS tab once the new window appears.
- Enter the beta access code “ibackedupmysave” and then click CHECK CODE.
- If successful you should get a message about the preview branch now being available.
- Click the drop down where it says NONE - Opt out of all beta programs and select the new preview branch that appears in the list: preview - Patch Preview.
- If you do not see the preview branch even though it said it was now available please restart the Steam client.
- The download should start immediately and once done you’re good to go!
[h2]How To Recover[/h2]
If you experience any data loss issues of any kind due to switching over to this build, here is what we recommend doing:
- Contact Support
- Wait for us to clear out your cloud save.
- Switch back to the NONE option on the Beta tab
- After hearing back from Support, place your old save that you backed up into place.
- C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Local\DDS\Saved\SaveGames
- Go back to playing DDA
[h2]Why We’re Doing this[/h2]
This is something we’ve seen other developers do to help mitigate any damage that a new patch might bring, as we won’t be able to address the issues over the weekend. It’s a temporary measure, as next week we will release the patch to everyone, addressing any issues along the way. Players are able to switch back at any time should they choose to, only needing to contact support if you ran into a data loss issue. Also to note, any progress made on this preview build WILL transfer over to the live build, so any gear or time spent (should you not run into any issues) carries over to the live version.
[h2]What’s Next?[/h2]
We’re currently hard at work on two things: getting our Nintendo Switch build into the best state possible so that we pass certification with flying colors, and getting our March update polished so that you are able to experience the horrors that are the Demon Lord (and his fireproof loincloth), take on the terrifying enemies that await you in the Nightmare difficulty, masochistic rewards provided through Hardcore Mode, conquer the Act I Challenge maps, and more!
There’s a lot that we’re currently powering through, and are excited for you to brave through our hard work that is the March Update — “Summoning the Demon Lord”. We’ll keep you posted with our development and what to expect.
[h2]Social Defenders[/h2]
To get reliable updates on the future of DDA make sure to follow us on all our social media platforms:
Keep an eye out for more info!
For Etheria!
Chromatic Games