Digimon Story Time Stranger News

DIGIMON STORY TIME STRANGER – Launch Patch Notes

[p]A game update for DIGIMON STORY TIME STRANGER will be released alongside the official launch.[/p][p][/p][p]This update includes features such as save data transfer from the demo version, as well as various additions and adjustments to ensure a smoother and more enjoyable gameplay experience.[/p][p][/p][p]Please make sure to apply this update before starting the game.[/p][p][/p][p]Note: Some of the update contents are also reflected in the demo version.[/p][p] [/p][h3]Update Version[/h3][p]STEAM：20027848[/p][p] [/p][p]Estimated File Size[/p][p]Approximately 10GB (planned)[/p][p] [/p][p]Details of the update are as follows:[/p][h3]System[/h3]

[p]Added functionality to transfer save data from the demo version.[/p]
[p]Adjusted tutorial text and added images for certain sections.[/p]
[p]Changed default frame rate to 60 fps for the Steam version.[/p]
[p]Changed default voice language from Japanese to English when starting the game in German. [/p]

[p] [/p][h3]Field[/h3]

[p]Added dash functionality.[/p]
[p]Added encounter animation when facing hostile Digimon.[/p]
[p]Added various stat-boosting items to maps in the human world.[/p]
[p]Adjusted hostile Digimon placement balance.
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[h3]Battle[/h3]

[p]Adjusted Digimon attacks to use more effective skills.[/p]
[p]Added new icons based on buff/debuff strength.[/p]
[p]Tweaked overall battle balance.[/p]
[p]Adjusted parameters and digivolution conditions for certain Digimon.[/p]
[p]Tuned parameters and behavior patterns for guest Digimon.[/p]
[p]Adjusted effects of certain skills and Cross Arts. [/p]

[p][/p][h3]Digivice[/h3]

[p]Changed level number color for Digimon that have reached the level cap on setup screens.[/p]
[p]Added key help to jump directly to the Digiline screen when receiving a message from a partner Digimon.[/p]
[p]Changed the menu accessed via the left function key from “Items” to “Missions.” [/p]

[p] [/p][h3]Bug Fixes[/h3]

[p]Various usability improvements and minor fixes to backgrounds, models, and other small issues.[/p]

[p] [/p][h3]Thank you and please enjoy the game!![/h3]

Digimon Story Time Stranger (PS5) Review

Digimon Story Time Stranger is here, giving fans of the multimedia darling another solid JRPG experience in the vein of the Cyber Sleuth series.

Digimon Story Time Stranger is a difficult review for me to put out. On one hand, the game is a marked improvement over the Cyber Sleuth games, featuring larger areas, fleshed-out side quests, a card mini game, and other elements that make for a great sequel. Sadly, on the other hand, the console release of the game, at least on PlayStation 5, feels like a gimped experience that runs at a baffling 30FPS with frame pacing issues that make the game feel sluggish and dated.

Now, don’t get me wrong, Digimon Story Time Stranger is a good-looking game, particularly in the attention to detail to the titular digital monsters, which all feature vibrant and fully animated models that come to life on screen. However, as a whole, Digimon Story Time Stranger features average and sometimes vacant dungeons that don’t exactly scream... Read more

Steam Deck Compatibility

[h3]Great news! Digimon Story Time Stranger is Steam Deck Verified![/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]You can now safely enjoy this title on Steam Deck.[/p][p]We appreciate your continued support for Digimon Story Time Stranger.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

Digimon Story Time Stranger is Steam Deck Verified

Digimon Story Time Stranger was previously rated Steam Deck Playable but ahead of release this has been improved and it's now Steam Deck Verified.

Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/09/digimon-story-time-stranger-is-steam-deck-verified/

[DEMO VERSION] Patch Release

We have confirmed an issue in the Steam version where, on certain PC environments, the screen whites out and the game cannot proceed.
Today, Friday, September 12th at around 3:00 PM JST, we released a patch that resolves some of these issues.
If the issue persists, please try the following settings:

Change your display refresh rate to 144Hz or lower in your Windows system settings
Use a standard keyboard layout, not a custom one

We will continue investigating other potential causes.
Thank you for your continued support of Digimon Story Time Stranger.

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