Ember Knights News

Hello, Knights!

The reception for the Wrath of the Architect DLC has been incredible and we're super glad you're loving the update! It makes all the hard work leading up to launch worth it!

You've also been very helpful in identifying and troubleshooting the handful of new bugs. We've addressed the biggest ones and have included the fixes in the following hotfix patch. Please see below for details.


[h3]Fixes[/h3]
Note: items marked with 🔥 are a result of player feedback.

• Fixed a major issue that was causing the majority of multiplayer issues in 3 and 4 player games 🔥
• Fixed an issue with save files where a large gap between updates could cause old save files to be reset 🔥
• Fixed an issue where players couldn’t interact with The Collector unless they reset the rebinding on their interact key 🔥
• Fixed an issue where players could become softlocked during the Lady Inferna fight 🔥
• Fixed an issue where Netherra could not be entered from Simulan with 15 or more difficulty orbs enabled 🔥
• Fixed an issue that could cause a softlock when the Golden Steward appears 🔥
• Fixed a bug where players could become stuck in one of the Boss Rush rooms 🔥
• Fixed a bug that was causing 4 Steam achievements to be automatically granted 🔥
• Fixed a bug that was preventing Champion enemies from spawning in DLC worlds 🔥
• Fixed an issue with selectors not having any options in multiplayer games 🔥
• Fixed an issue with players being unable to access the secret room in Simulan 🔥
• Fixed a bug that was causing a softlock with Incompetence and upgrading a skill without equipping a second skill
• Fixed an issue with Webblings in Boss Rush Mode that could cause a softlock

That's it for now!

-Doom Turtle







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Hello Knights!

It's finally here! Ember Knights 2.0 - Wrath of the Architect is now available!



We've been hard at work on some form of the DLC for the past year and we can't wait for you to finally get your hands on it. Ember Knights has been a passion project for the entire team here at Doom Turtle and we feel extremely grateful to be able to put together one hell of a DLC. We hope you love it!



The DLC is absolutely packed with new content and features including new worlds, new bosses and minibosses, new enemies, new weapons, new skills, new relics, new curses, new secrets, new player colors, new achievements, new difficulty modifiers, and of course, the epic showdown against the Architect! PLUS, the DLC also includes everything from the free Ember Knights 2.0 update including Daily Dungeons, Boss Rush Mode, Chaos Mode, local multiplayer save and quit, more player colors, and who can forget...the beloved Nexus pets, the Ember Dog AND Ember Cat! Huge shoutout to our community for absolutely obliterating the Ember Cat challenge!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2948140/Ember_Knights__Wrath_of_the_Architect/

If you weren't already in the mood for this massive DLC, check out the brand new Wrath of the Architect trailer here:
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[h2]Boss Fights[/h2]
This DLC comes with 4 new bosses and 4 new minibosses. The gatekeepers of the altered new worlds will show no mercy, especially to that of a measly Ember Knight.



If you manage to survive these deadly new bosses, prepare for the ultimate showdown as you take on the creator of the entire Ember Knights universe himself - The Architect!


[h2]Weapons[/h2]
2 new weapons will be added to your repertoire - the Hyper Gloves and the Ember Buster. Both weapons offer a unique new way to defeat the legions of new enemies waiting for you in this DLC.





[h2]Game Modes[/h2]
Fancy an even tougher challenge than the Architect? Stop by to see The Collector and gain access to Daily Dungeons and Boss Rush Mode. He may have even taken a page out of Arlan's book and opened up a small shop of his own!

[h3]Daily Dungeons[/h3]

[h3]Boss Rush[/h3]



[h2]Price[/h2]
The Wrath of the Architect DLC is $9.99/9,99€ (or equivalent) while Ember Knights 2.0 is absolutely free.


[h2]FAQ[/h2]
I bought the DLC, when will I get the new content? Spoilers ahead.

• If you're a brand new player, the DLC content will unlock after meeting Evee and seeing Praxis in Steadfast Citadel, the second world of the base game. Note: these two conditions occur very early in the game and are required to preserve the flow of the story.
• If you're already a player, the DLC content will unlock right away.

Does the DLC work in multiplayer?

• Yes

Do my friends need to buy the DLC for us to play together?

• No. If the host has purchased the DLC, the team will have access to the new content. However, for a client to have the new content on their own account, they would need to purchase the DLC.

Are the different game modes available in multiplayer?

• Yes

[h2]Streaming[/h2]
As usual, developers Clint and Greg will be streaming on the afternoon of release day. For specific details and to be notified when they go live, please join our Discord and give yourself the @DevStream role.




We could go on and on about this update, but we'd rather you experience it for yourself. We hope you enjoy!

- Doom Turtle

Hello, Knights!

We bring you a small update to address a few bugs and close off the Ember Cat Challenge. First thing's first, you're due a huge congratulations for absolutely crushing the challenge!



We still can't believe how you blew the goal completely out of the water!
Needless to say, the Ember Cat is getting made and will be included in the free Ember Knights 2.0 Update!
Thank you for your participation!


[h3]Fixes[/h3]
Note: items marked with 🔥 are a result of player feedback.

• Fixed a bug with the Blizzard miniboss and Rift Hammer’s Crystalized challenge that could cause a softlock 🔥
  
• Fixed a camera issue with Overlord Mack and his summons during his phase transition 🔥
  
• Fixed an issue with Overlord Mack that could cause the screen to lock while invincible
  
• Fixed a bug with Arch Praxis that could cause him to become invisible and invincible during the second round of the fight 🔥
  
• Fixed a bug where resetting difficulty mods removes the second skill 🔥

That's it for this hotfix patch. See everyone at the release of Ember Knights 2.0 - Wrath of the Architect!


And don't forget! Wrath of the Architect drops next month!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2948140/Ember_Knights__Wrath_of_the_Architect

[h3]Check out the Steam page and Wishlist Now![/h3]

-Doom Turtle







As always, if you want to stay on top of the news, see new content before it's live, share your favorite memes, or simply chat strategy about the best weapons and skills, join us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

We will also be especially grateful for your feedback and suggestions as we work towards a massive 2024 so be sure to join our Discord to share your comments directly with us!

Stay tuned for more news and updates!

Hello, Knights!

This is a bit of a surprise update since we originally planned to cease updates between 1.5 and Ember Knights 2.0 - Wrath of the Architect, but the following content could not be ignored!


[h2]EMBER CAT - GLOBAL COMMUNITY CHALLENGE[/h2]
We've heard your requests for an Ember Cat to go along with our adorable Ember Dog, so we've created a global community challenge for our players to show us that there's enough interest for an Ember Cat. If there is, we are committed to making the Ember Cat a reality!



When you first launch the 1.5.2 update, you'll see a new icon on the main menu. Opening that will provide more information as to how the challenge works. In short, just keep doing what you do - go on runs, kill enemies, kill minibosses and bosses, and earn points!
Once in the Nexus, visit the new Wanted sign that the Stewards have so carefully built. This will be your home for keeping track of your personal progress as well as the global points total.
For your individual efforts, we've added some fun new rewards!




[h2]ASTRAL ASCENT COLLABORATION[/h2]
We've been talking to the wonderful people over at Hibernian Workshop and it turns out, they're huge fans of Ember Knights! We also love what they're doing with Astral Ascent, so we decided to collaborate! We love what we've come up with and we think you will too!

Both games feature crossover content and in Ember Knights, you'll now see a cute little Yalee running around the Nexus. Interact with them and they'll give you a brand new skill - the Yalee Barrage. In addition, they'll also give you the Astral Ember Dust to unlock a brand new player color!



Also be sure to check out the latest update from Astral Ascent (also live today!) as they created their version of the Praxis fight!




[h2]ACTION-PACKED ROGUELITE GEMS BUNDLE[/h2]
And finally, in addition to teaming up with Hibernian, we've also partnered with our friends at Gentle Giant and Flying Oak Games to bring you this exciting new bundle! If you haven't yet checked out Astral Ascent, Spiritfall, or ScourgeBringer, now would be a great time!

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/44735/ActionPacked_Roguelike_Gems/


And now onto the details for 1.5.2!




Note: items marked with 🔥 are a result of player feedback.

[h2]New Content and Features[/h2]
[h3]Ember Cat - Global Community Challenge 🔥[/h3]
Kill enemies, bosses and minibosses, variant bosses and minibosses, and find the hidden kitty on your runs and collect points to contribute towards unlocking the Ember Cat!
Also includes:

• New weapon skins
  
• New cat ears cosmetic for your Knight

[h3]Astral Ascent Collaboration 🔥[/h3]
Includes the following:

• New Yalee NPC
  
• New Skill - Yalee Barrage
  
• New Player Skin - Octave inspired

[h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

And a few fixes are included.

• Fixed a bug that was causing the player to take an incorrect amount of damage or armor reduction when they would take damage at the same time as gaining armor 🔥
  
• Fixed an issue in multiplayer where the players could become softlocked when waking up the Mimic King 🔥
  
• Fixed an issue in multiplayer where players were unable to refine relics in the refinement selector 🔥
  
• Fixed a few visual issues in multiplayer when a client would max out a weapon's mods before unlocking it
  
• Fixed a visual issue in multiplayer where the weapon podiums would stop glowing after the host opens the mod UI
  
• Fixed a bug where the Golden Steward could occasionally drop a charge speed gem 🔥

That's it for now. See everyone at the release of Ember Knights 2.0 - Wrath of the Architect!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2948140/Ember_Knights__Wrath_of_the_Architect

[h3]Check out the Steam page and Wishlist Now![/h3]

-Doom Turtle





As usual, if you want to stay on top of the news, see new content before it's live, share your favourite memes, or simply chat strategy about the best weapons and skills, join us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

We will also be especially grateful for your feedback and suggestions as we work towards a massive 2024 so be sure to join our Discord to share your comments directly with us!


Stay tuned for more news and updates!

Greetings, Knights!


Welcome back for another edition of the Nexus News! We have some exciting things to talk about so without further ado, let's dive right in!

As you know, our original plans involved taking a break with updates after 1.5 as we push to the finish line for Ember Knights 2.0 - Wrath of the Architect. However, we've had a few things come up that were too compelling to ignore, so we're going to be releasing an interim 1.5.2 update on September 5th - more on that later!

[h2]INTRODUCING HYDRA![/h2]
We're getting closer and closer to the release of Ember Knights 2.0, so we wanted to take this opportunity to show you a little more about one of the powerful new skills that will be available in Wrath of the Architect.

The Hydra is a versatile skill that's effective at both short and long distances. Upgrades for the Hydra will increase its versatility as well as its power.

[h3]Hydra: Ranged Attack[/h3]
Is that enemy too far away to punch? Fear not, summon a Hydra!
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[h3]Hydra: Melee Attack[/h3]
Are Shroombanes getting a little too close for comfort? It's a good thing Hydra has Fire Breath!
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[h3]Hydra: Combination Attack[/h3]
But wait, what if an enemy is too quick for the projectile? Fear not dear player, the Hydra will adjust its attacks so no Mini Shroombane gets left behind.
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[h3]Hydra: Multiple Summons[/h3]
Act now! Download in the first 30 minutes and get not one, but two Hydras!
Disclaimer: Don't act now. Hydra will be available when Wrath of the Architect goes live - Doom Turtle lawyers
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[h3]Hydra: The 3-Headed Hydra[/h3]
For everything else, there's the 3-Headed Hydra!
Disclaimer: Don't copy slogans from Mastercard - Doom Turtle lawyers, again
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[h2]THE EMBER DOG![/h2]
In addition to the Hydra, you may have heard that Wrath of the Architect will include the adorable Ember Dog! And it's official, you will be able to pet the Ember Dog!



But wait, there's more!

[h2]THE EMBER CAT![/h2]
We've heard from quite a few of you requesting an equally adorable Ember Cat. As you can imagine, development is extremely tight with so much content coming in Wrath of the Architect, but we didn't want to write off the possibility quite yet.

So....we're doing this: to show us how popular of a suggestion the Ember Cat is, we've created a Global Community Challenge for you to make your voices heard!

If the community can come together to show us that enough people want the Ember Cat, we'll squeeze it in!



[h2]GLOBAL COMMUNITY CHALLENGE![/h2]
From September 5th until September 19th, collect points by killing enemies and bosses. The more you kill, the more points you earn! There's also a cute little kitten hiding in the worlds. Find the hidden kitty and collect even more points!
If the community can collect enough points, we will design and implement the Ember Cat and include it as part of the free Ember Knights 2.0 update!

On September 5th, update 1.5.2 will go live and all the information about the Global Community Challenge will be included!

A big thank you to those members of our community who made the suggestion and good luck to everyone! Let's do this!





[h2]SECRET COLLABORATION - ASTRAL ASCENT[/h2]
We've also been talking to our friends over at Hibernian Workshop. It turns out, they're huge fans of Ember Knights! If you're not familiar with them, they made the hit Astral Ascent!

Needless to say, we're also big fans of Astral Ascent and after one of our Discord members, Pac planted the seed about a possible collaboration, we had to look into it!
Hibernian has been wonderful to work with and we think we've each come up with something special for you!

We don't want to fully spoil the surprise but we'll leave you with a little teaser!
What or who could this be??




And if it's only fair that we tease a little something something from Astral Ascent...





[h3]Mark your calendars because the Ember Cat Global Challenge and Astral Ascent Collaboration go live on September 5th![/h3]
Each game will feature crossover content AND both games will be on sale! If you're thinking about picking up Ember Knights or Astral Ascent, wait until September 5th to save some money!



[h2]EMBER KNIGHTS 2.0 - WRATH OF THE ARCHITECT[/h2]

Finally, if you haven't yet wishlisted Ember Knights 2.0 - Wrath of the Architect, what are you waiting for! Wishlist and stay on top of all the exciting news that's coming!

[h3]Check out the Steam page and Wishlist Now![/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2948140/Ember_Knights__Wrath_of_the_Architect


Bye for now!

- Doom Turtle