XEL News

XEL-Fans!
Be assured, this is not the last patch, and we will continue working on the game, and further improving it, thanks to your ongoing support!

Without further ado, let's dive into the long list of contents, this patch comes up with this time:

[h3]Additions[/h3]

• Added Controller Customization
  
• Add Elder Dialogue Options before entering the final part of the game

[h3]Fixes[/h3]

• Fixed button prompts
  
• Fixed snacks get consumed twice
  
• Fixed Shirl Shop UI issues
  
• Fixed wrong quest marker after getting the shield
  
• Fixed inconsistency with highlighting of options on using Minus and Plus buttons to open Inventory and Systems menu.
  
• Fixed Screen Settings visuals
  
• Fixed Minimap getting stuck
  
• Fixed Crafting UI navigation issues (Keyboard)
  
• Fixed: Graphic settings get selected incorrectly
  
• Fixed: Title fails to save the Audio Settings after restarting the game.
  
• Fixed: Exit Button in Menu not visible
  
• Fixed: Snacks under Inventory shows No Data.
  
• Fixed: Glacial Glades' Door won't open / can't interact with terminal
  
• Fixed: "Learn More"-Button in News Post UI opens Discord-Link six times
  
• Fixed: Upgrade Flowers glow even though they are already collected
  
• Fixed: Paradox Apex clones despawn to late
  
• Fixed: Desmond walks into unloaded area while the needle eye cutscene is playing
  
• Fixed: Death in time travel zone
  
• Fixed: Black screen on loading
  
• Fixed collider issue in Area 05
  
• Fixed skipping Item near Divide
  
• Fixed collider issue in Dungeon 02
  
• Fixed controls work when the game runs in background
  
• Fixed Desmond's name is shown as "???" in NeedleEye after his name has been revealed
  
• Fixed missing collision in Bog
  
• Fixed getting hit by the Overseer's teleport-laser in paradox fight disables the map
  
• Fixed collider issue in Xelot Hideout
  
• Fixed white stamina bar
  
• Fixed Campsite not being implemented properly
  
• Fixed: NPC Riff Raff without sound
  
• Fixed: Desmond appears too early in the Elder Dialogue after returning from the Science Station
  
• Fixed: Paradox Apex creates clones while being stunned
  
• Fixed extra stamina for picking up a second stamina upgrade
  
• Fixed overlapping Terminals in Science Station
  
• Fixed some missing VOs on NPCs
  
• Fixed Jump-Yeet in The Wilds
  
• Fixed zap-traps (and flamethrower) get regenerated way too quickly, and unlimited use
  
• Fixed Speed Gum Effect slows down player when it runs out
  
• Fixed: Infected Soldiers in Science Station can talk now.
  
• Fixed: Entering the Xelot Base from the alternate route plays the wrong music
  
• Fixed: Two highlighters are observed while loading an old save in the Load/Save menu of the game.
  
• Fixed: Chest is unreachable in past
  
• Fixed: Upgraded Snare has no Icon and multiple Items selected
  
• Fixed: Golden chip visually wrong
  
• Fixed: Max hearts are clipping into other UI
  
• Fixed: Warden is named Warden in German
  
• Fixed German name for Apex predator
  
• Fixed the crate in the roots in The Wilds
  
• Fixed: Not all stamina upgrades got saved
  
• Fixes lots of small sound issues
  
• Fixed lots of additional collision/clipping issues.

You can expect more bug fixes, improvements, enhancements, and more within the next weeks, which will further improve your XEL experience.

A big thank you for your support and patience so far.


Additionally, in case you missed in, we have just released two small developer tutorial videos for Crafting and Cooking. Feel free having a look into those:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1674640/view/3389539321909993568


Tiny Roar & Assemble Entertainment
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1674640/XEL/

XEL-Fans!
First, we would once again thank all of you for your ongoing support, passion, and dedication for our game. We surely will continue working on the game, therefore please keep it up!

This patch once again tackles mean bugs and blockers, as well as coming along with some great improvements.

Find all details on all the contents of the second XEL patch below:

• Various "getting stuck" or "falling through map" fixes.
  
• Many Loca Tweaks and Fixes, too many to list here in detail.
  
• Audio Settings fixed.
  
• Resolution and Quality Settings improved.
  
• Removed Freeze Frames on Hit/finishing of enemies.
  
• More Key Items correctly displayed in inventory.
  
• Minor Map and UI Fixes.
  
• Sound Improvements.

Known issues

• Rubbles ladder: In rare instances, after climbing up the ladder, Reid will slide down again.
  
  • Tipp: Simply climb up the ladder again, it should work as intended now.
• (Controller only) In the food inventory, you cannot select any snacks.
  
  • Tipp: Press L2/R2, change the selection between Gadgets and Food and the cursor will reappear for the intended selection.
• In random cases, the screen might get blurry
  
  • Tipp: Simply make some slight changes in your graphics' settings to get back to normal and to get rid of the blurry screen.

You can expect more bug fixes, improvements, enhancements, and more within the next weeks, which will further improve your XEL experience.

Once again, a big thank you for your support and patience so far.


Additionally, in case you missed in, we have just released two small developer tutorial videos for Crafting and Cooking. Feel free having a look into those:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1674640/view/3389539321909993568


Tiny Roar & Assemble Entertainment
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1674640/XEL/

XEL-Fans!

Developer Tiny Roar, who are still busy getting through all your valuable feedback and continuously working on XEL, have also created two short tutorial videos, getting you all important details you need to know about Crafting and Cooking in XEL and making the daily routine of Reid on XEL definitely easier!

Let's start with Crafting, getting your gear upgraded, providing you e.g. with totally new attacks for your weapons:
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

Or what about delicious dishes for Reid:
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]


Last but not least: Stay tuned, as tomorrow (July 21st), we will release a patch, including once again many bugfixes and improvements and thus also tackling some of the amazing feedback we have received for XEL since release.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1674640/XEL/

Dear community,

We would like to thank you for a great launch of our first major title XEL. We are still thrilled we came this far and made our dream come true.

We keep reading your comments and reviews and appreciate all your feedback. We are currently working on a major update (1.0.4) that will address lots of bugs and requested features (such as a quest marker or remappable controls on gamepads). We don’t have a date yet for the patch, but rest assured we are working tirelessly to push it out as soon as possible.

Meanwhile, we uploaded a first patch today, fixing some of the annoying stuff, such as blockers in certain areas that prevented a few players from progressing.

A full list of the changes, which are live now, can be found below:

• Fixed Terminal in Glacial Glades (some players were not able to open the door to the Glacial Glades)
  
• Fixed several out of bounds / falling through world bugs
  
• Fixed Evander re-appearing again after dying
  
• Added Chinese, Japanese and Korean character names
  
• Updated Chinese and Japanese Localization
  
• Additional Video Compression and Codec changes
  
• Some Animation tweaks
  
• Some UI tweaks
  
• Fixed Dialogue bugs where players could walk away from quest-relevant NPCs
  
• Fixed Discord- and FAQ-links in main menu not working
  

You can expect more bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements within the next couple of days and weeks to improve XEL’s experience.

We did identify some smaller issues with this patch that we are also working to fix for the next update:

• Coming back to the main menu, you might need to click your mouse once to be able to select anything
  
• Restarting the game might reset your master audio to 0
  
• An active dialogue audio may be played until the end even when the player goes back into main menu
  

Thank you for your support and patience so far.

Tiny Roar & Assemble Entertainment

Along with developer Tiny Roar, we're excited to announce that XEL is now available on Steam!


Shipwrecked on an unfamiliar world, players take on the role of Reid, an unexpected heroine to the world she’s stranded on. Devoid of her past memories, Reid must traverse this strange planet, battling enemies and solving puzzling dungeons along the way. Partnered with her sassy companion Chap, Reid must unearth the secrets hiding in this forgotten world and reveal the connection she has to it, or else risk being trapped in the same pattern of destruction she is tasked with ending.



[h3]Save the World Edition[/h3]
The Save the World Edition contains XEL as well as the official Soundtrack , Artbook and Comic A Lost Friend and is a great way to show appreciation for the developers, while simultaneously supporting a good cause.
Assemble Entertainment will donate 10% of the proceeds for every sold Save the World Edition to Sea Watch, in order to help refugees from distress at sea!


[h3]Check out the XEL release trailer here:[/h3]
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]


[h2]Uncover XEL’s dark past[/h2]
XEL is a 3D action-adventure set in a sci-fi fantasy setting. Play as Reid, shipwrecked on the strange world of XEL. Without any recollection of her former life, it is up to you to unravel her past and connection to XEL. Ready your sword and shield as you explore the overworld of XEL and dive into imposing dungeons full of unforeseen threats and challenging puzzles. Throughout your journey you will make new friends and foes, find new gadgets as well as being able to jump through time and space. As Reid delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding XEL, she discovers an endless cycle of peril. Will she be able to break free from it and what will it take?


[h2]An ass-kicking 3D action-adventure through space and time[/h2]

• Explore the mysterious world of XEL and uncover its dark past
  
• A vibrant overworld and challenging dungeons await to be explored and mastered
  
• Help Reid figure out who she is and why she is stranded on this strange place
  
• Hack and slash your way through gone-haywire-robot-minions and face the exotic wildlife of XEL
  
• Solve time bending puzzles and make use of your arsenal of gadgets

[h2]Old-school gameplay meets new-school features[/h2]

• A classic top-down 3D action-adventure awaits
  
• XEL offers a well-crafted combat system with dodging, parrying and gadgets.
  
• Upgrade your weapon, shield and gadgets to kick even more ass
  
• Unique abilities will let you jump through time to traverse prior inaccessible areas or encounter foes in a weaker state and bend the rules of space
  
• The dungeons and puzzles in XEL will put your wits as well as your guts to the test

[h2]The world of XEL awaits[/h2]

• Experience an intriguing sci-fi fantasy tale with a strong emphasis on story-telling, combat and puzzling
  
• Meet a memorable cast of characters and engage in witty and charming dialogues
  
• Discover time-distorted areas that allow you to take a glimpse behind the curtain that led to the downfall of this strange place
  
• Interact with your environment and actively engage with NPCs

[h2]A timeless soundtrack and visuals[/h2]

• XEL offers vibrant visuals, handcrafted by a passionate Indie team as well as a timeless soundtrack composed by Gidon Wolff