Lords of the Fallen News

[h3]Dear Lampbearers, [/h3]

If you’ve yet to set foot in the lands of Mournstead, we’re here to give you 50 ‘Umbral-ievable’ reasons why now’s the perfect time to answer the call! Not least of which, Lords of the Fallen is currently 50% off!

So, whether you’re intrigued by the mysteries of the Umbral realm, ready to immerse yourself within a new and expansive fantasy world, or simply looking to go toe-to-toe against an all-powerful demon god, there’s something here for everyone…



[h2]1. POST-CONTENT ROADMAP:[/h2]
We’ve released over 30 free updates since launch, vastly improving the experience with significant performance enhancements, rigorous game balancing in response to player feedback, multiple new questlines, and a number of new Quality-of-Life features.

[h2]2. PLAY YOUR WAY:[/h2]
The Advanced Game Modifier System allows for extreme customization of your playthroughs - make the game more challenging with Ironman mode, and increased mob density, or go easier on yourself with pre-upgraded loot!


[h2]3. AN EXTENSIVE CAMPAIGN:[/h2]
Get ready for a thrilling 30+ hour campaign, tripling in length for the completionists among you!

[h2]4. ‘ONE OF THE BEST SOULSLIKES EVER. PERIOD.’:[/h2]
I guarantee if you like soulslikes, you’re gonna love this game. [Lords of the Fallen is] a fantastic soulslike experience!" says Lucky Ghost, in his 2024 re-review - watch here!

[h2]5. STEAM DECK VERIFIED:[/h2]
Journey through Mournstead at home or on the move! Fully playable on Steam Deck at a great performance!

[h2]6. SUPERCOMPUTER NOT REQUIRED:[/h2]
In spite of the UE5 visuals, you might be surprised to learn you really don’t need a high-end PC rig to venture across the darkness that awaits.

[h2]7. FULL CO-OP SUPPORT:[/h2]
Experience the campaign alone, or unite with other players in online co-op. You’re free to journey together for as long as you desire, with guests able to collect vigor (xp) and any gear that enemies drop, though only the host will retain world progression and quest items.

[h2]8. CROSS-PLATFORM:[/h2]
Engage with friends across different platforms in all multiplayer modes.

[h2]9. VERSION 1.6 WOWS!:[/h2]
With the newly released Version 1.6, "Now’s the perfect time to play" says PCGamesN!

[h2]10. EXPLORE DUAL REALMS:[/h2]
Switch seamlessly between Axiom (the realm of the living) and Umbral (the land of the dead) in a unique, layered world, each harboring its own pathways, secrets, treasures… and foes.

[h2]11. AWARD-WINNING:[/h2]
Lords of the Fallen secured ‘Best Soulslike 2023’ from souls-authority, Fextralife!

[h2]12. THIS. IS. MOURNSTEAD!:[/h2]
Live out your best Leonidas life and boot enemies off edges!

[h2]13. OVER 30 BOSSES:[/h2]
Overcome dozens of deadly, nightmarish bosses ready to strike you down and send you to Umbral!


[h2]14. MTFBWY:[/h2]
Wield a glowing laser sword… two actually!

[h2]15. DEATH IS NOT THE END:[/h2]
Enter the Umbral realm upon death for a second chance of victory.

[h2]16. LORE OF THE FALLEN:[/h2]
Discover the epic history of Mournstead through the various tomes, notes, characters and Stigmas awaiting you on your journey.

[h2]17. STUNNING VISUALS:[/h2]
"The first game I've seen that genuinely looks like one of the tech demos Epic's been showing off," says PC Gamer.


[h2]18. GO ROGUE!:[/h2]
Activate randomisers and Ironman Mode modifiers to experience Lords of the Fallen as a bonafide roguelite.

[h2]19. HAUNTINGLY BEAUTIFUL:[/h2]
"The world design is rich and eerie," says Dot Esports.

[h2]20. ARMED TO THE TEETH:[/h2]
Choose from an arsenal of over 200 weapons, including heavy-hitting hammers, rapid-fire crossbows, and face-mangling flails!

[h2]21. THE FIRST TRUE NEXT-GEN SOULSLIKE:[/h2]
"A Soulslike experience like no other," says IGN.

[h2]22. REPLAY YOUR VICTORIES:[/h2]
Replay any defeated boss at any time in ‘Echoes of Battle’ mode, accessible at any vestige.

[h2]23. CLIFFHANGER ENDING:[/h2]
Use the Umbral lamp to Soulflay enemies off ledges for the ultimate dopamine hit!

[h2]24. IT'S A KIND OF MAGIC:[/h2]
Discover over 60 spells, from character buffs to arena-wide downpours of annihilation.

[h2]25. RUN THE CRUCIBLE:[/h2]
Overcome consecutive deadly bosses in our boss rush mode, playing solo or in co-op, accessible at any vestige.


[h2]26. YOU'VE GOT (CHAIN) MAIL:[/h2]
Whether it’s the leather-clad Angel of the Void set, Tancred's feather-helmed Armor, or the horned cuirass of the Ruiner, we’re talking off-the-scale drip.

[h2]27. WISH YOU WERE HERE!:[/h2]
Lose yourself to the panoramic vistas of Mournstead, bathed in the hues of impending demonic destruction. Just don’t gaze too long…

[h2]28. PET THE DOG:[/h2]
Find your furry best friend in Skyrest Bridge!

[h2]29. FREEZE YOUR BALLS:[/h2]
Throw snowballs at your enemies... they might not cause much damage, but it's still fun!

[h2]30. SAY CHEESE!:[/h2]
Awarded 'Best Photo Mode' by the Virtual Photography association.

[h2]31. CUSTOMIZABLE CHARACTER CLASSES:[/h2]
Choose from nine starting classes with unique stats and abilities, allowing for a wide range of playstyles.

[h2]32. MULTITASK MAGIC:[/h2]
Equip up to four spells at once with our next-level spell system.

[h2]33. MULTIPLE ENDINGS:[/h2]
Where will your allegiance lie? Discover three different endings depending on your choices…

[h2]34. ABLE ARBELISTERS:[/h2]
Shoot a variety of crossbows with repeaters, multi-shots, and more.

[h2]35. TIMES SQUARE PARADE:[/h2]
We showcased community member Profjpg's winning screenshot for the world to see in Times Square, NYC as part of our player photo competition!


[h2]36. HIGHLY CUSTOMIZABLE GEAR:[/h2]
Colour-match any ensemble of diverse armor pieces with our extensive array of tincts, discoverable throughout the world.

[h2]37. FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE BUILDS:[/h2]
Your starting class doesn’t define your fate, alter your build throughout your playthrough as you switch up your playstyle

[h2]38. BEYOND THE 'PAIL':[/h2]
Indoctrinate yourself in the devout ‘Way of the Bucket’ and receive a weapon of golden splendour.

[h2]39. NPC SUPPORT:[/h2]
Can't beat a boss? Summon help from some of the most fearsome NPCs in the game for any boss battle.

[h2]40. RUNE SHAPE:[/h2]
Runes allow for rich weapon customisation, galvanising gear with additional stat bonuses; each of the four rune shapes are associated with one of the four main stats: Strength, Agility, Radiance, Inferno.

[h2]41. EXPLORE A FULLY INTERCONNECTED WORLD:[/h2]
Mournstead is filled with shortcuts, hidden passages, and twisted pathways, encouraging thorough exploration - anticipate some surprising loopbacks!

[h2]42. PUMPKIN SPICED:[/h2]
Complete the post-launch ‘Season of the Bleak’ questline and be rewarded with the loot-discovery-enhancing 'Pumpskin Helm.'


[h2]43. HIDDEN QUESTS:[/h2]
Exploration and keen observation can uncover a number of secret missions including The Paladin's Request, which unlocks a 10th starting class... the Dark Crusader!

[h2]44. FACTION SHRINES:[/h2]
Engage with coop, PVP or revenge to access unique items, like armor pieces and tincts to showcase your loyalty.

[h2]45. PAYBACK:[/h2]
Revenge fallen lampbearers by killing the foe that killed them in return for Plucked Eyeballs.

[h2]46. USE BOTH HANDS!:[/h2]
Dual wield any two weapons you like, no restrictions.

[h2]47. SEEING RED:[/h2]
Those brave enough to stay a while in the land of the dead will be hunted down by the Scarlet Shadow, the ultimate apex predator of Umbral… Dare ye face him?

[h2]48. ADAPTIVE ARMOR SETS:[/h2]
Armor sets fully scale according to your Crusader's body size.

[h2]49. THREE SCHOOLS OF MAGIC:[/h2]
Master the arcane across three schools of sorcery: Radiance, Rhogar, and Umbral, each comprising a sweeping spectrum of spells.

[h2]50. UP THE IRONS!:[/h2]
The Lords of Fallen gameplay trailer featured none other than the lords of rock themselves, Iron Maiden! And with that, it’s high time you faced your own… ‘Fear of the Dark.’

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Are you ready to dive into the darkness and make your mark upon Mournstead? Act now for 50% off Lords of the Fallen!

As for our seasoned crusaders, let us know your own reasons for playing Lords of the Fallen below…

In light, we walk. The HEXWORKS team

[h3]Dear Lampbearers,[/h3]

For those of you yet to step foot in the lands of Mournstead, we’re excited to announce that Lords of the Fallen is now 50% off for a limited time only!

This sale coincides with today’s Version 1.6 Update, which features a refined tutorial and onboarding experience, a more exploration-friendly Umbral realm, and numerous gameplay improvements and performance enhancements—all designed to enrich your journey through Mournstead.

There has never been a better time to embark on your fated adventure. Don’t miss out—buy now for 50% off.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1501750/Lords_of_the_Fallen?snr=2___

In light, we walk.
The HEXWORKS team

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Dear Lampbearers,

As we continue enhancing Lords of the Fallen based on your invaluable feedback, today’s update brings with it a refined tutorial and onboarding experience, a more exploration-friendly ‘Umbral’ realm, as well as further gameplay improvements and performance enhancements.

Your feedback continues to shape Lords of the Fallen, and is instrumental in helping guide the future of the franchise itself. So, as always, if you’re enjoying your adventures through Mournstead, please consider leaving a Steam review. And as for those yet to brave the worlds of Mournstead, from 6pm GMT (10am PT, 1pm ET, 7pm CET) today, you will be able to get 50% off as part of the Steam weeklong deal!

In light, we walk.
The HEXWORKS team.


[h4]Gameplay Improvements[/h4]
We’ve implemented further gameplay adjustments informed by community feedback and extensive playtesting. It’s rewarding to see our Steam ‘Recent Review’ score rising, reflecting the positive impact of these ongoing improvements, and we’re committed to continuing this journey with your valuable input.

Highlights include:

• Mob Density: Based on your feedback, we’ve fine-tuned certain mob encounters to create a smoother, more immersive combat experience by isolating instances to prevent mobs from stacking up. Returning players may find it worthwhile to start anew, as we’ve added a few fresh surprises along the way! (Original enemy distribution and density can still be accessed via NG+ modifiers.)
  
• Ranged Enemies: We’ve adjusted the perception of certain ranged units to correct instances that felt unfair or unrealistic.
  
• Jumping: Platforming in Pilgrim's Perch has been refined with improved indicators, making jumps clearer and navigation smoother.
  
• PvP Scaling: To elevate skill-based play in PvP, we’ve rebalanced scaling mechanics, particularly where magic-infused weapons and spells are concerned. These tweaks apply exclusively to PvP, so PvE players can continue with their current builds unaffected.
  
• Attack Displacement: Some weapon attacks have received slight adjustments to reduce displacement, providing a greater sense of control while preserving effectiveness and supporting your playstyle.
  

[h4]Enhanced Tutorialisation, Onboarding, and Start-Up Experience[/h4]
We’ve taken steps to further enrich the onboarding experience for new players in Lords of the Fallen, building on feedback from our veteran Lampbearers. We want every new player to feel empowered on their journey, and we understand that some early tutorials may have presented a steep learning curve. Here’s what’s new:

• Improved Lighting in the Defiled Sepulchre: Enhanced lighting and visual adjustments make this initial tutorial area clearer and easier to navigate.
  
• Gradual Umbral Tutorialization: Core abilities like ‘soulflay’ and ‘syphoning’ now have dedicated tutorial spaces later in Redcopse, allowing new players to engage with each feature more gradually.
  
• Simplified First Jump Tutorial: We’ve refined the jump tutorial to be more accessible (hands up in the comments if you cleared it on the first attempt!).
  
• Lightreaper Boss Adjustment in NG0: To clarify the intentional design of this encounter, we’ve removed the Lightreaper boss fight from the tutorial area for NG0 players. Rest assured: the Lightreaper still lurks within Mournstead and will make a return as a surprise in NG+.
  

[h4]A More Immersive Umbral Realm for Explorers[/h4]
Umbral, the parallel realm intertwined with the living world of Axiom, is accessible at any point in the game, offering an expansive world of alternate pathways, hidden treasures, and secrets. We know how much you enjoy exploring Mournstead, and many of you have asked for a more exploration-friendly Umbral realm. Embracing this idea, we’ve made some tweaks to enhance its immersive vibe while preserving its mysterious, challenging nature.

While Umbral remains intentionally hostile, we’ve made adjustments to its sounds, visuals, and enemy spawn curve. Now, the threads (Umbral natives) are slower to detect your presence, allowing you some precious time to explore before the realm’s haunting intensifies. Eventually, the Scarlet Shadow will appear, forcing you to decide: escape or engage in an epic showdown.

These changes make Umbral better suited for exploration while preserving its eerie intensity and challenging atmosphere:

• Dynamic Ambient Sound: Initial entry into Umbral is now accompanied by subtler soundscapes, building in intensity as you remain longer, reaching a crescendo before you must find an exit, or risk facing the Crimson Reaper.
  
• Adjusted Enemy Spawn Curve: Enemy appearances are now better paced to create a smoother, gradual build-up of tension.
  
• Increased Delay for Scarlet Shadow: You’ll now have more time to explore before the Scarlet Shadow emerges, enhancing the suspense.
  
• Reduced Vignette Effect: Based on player feedback, the vignette effect has been softened to improve visibility while exploring Umbral.
  
• Clearer Umbral Eggs: We’ve added a special VFX to eggs set to spawn Umbral natives, as we noticed some players had difficulty distinguishing between active and inactive ones.
  

These updates create a richer exploration experience within Umbral, preserving its dark allure and escalating tension for daring adventurers.

[h4]Performance Improvements[/h4]
We’ve implemented additional performance enhancements across several of the game’s more graphically demanding areas, optimising the experience for players with lower-spec computers.

[h4]New Challengers Incoming![/h4]
With Lords of the Fallen now fully harnessing the power of the PS5 Pro, prepare for a fresh wave of cross-players venturing into Mournstead! Be sure to welcome them - whether with a warm salute in co-op or the cold edge of your blade in PvP.


Virtual photographies in this post are courtesy of @RalstonVP - created with the in-game 3D Photo Mode


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