Gatekeeper News

[p][/p][p]We’ve launched the Steam page for the Crustad DLC. Please wishlist it.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Today we’re bringing you a pre-holiday update that fixes several issues and adds New Year decorations to locations and Gatekeepers.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]New Year Decorations[/h3]

• [p]New Year hats for all Gatekeepers[/p]
• [p]Festive garlands across all Normal mode locations[/p]
• [p]A snowy variation of the main menu[/p]
• [p]Gift boxes containing Prisms placed throughout locations[/p]

[h3]Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Fixed an issue where Triad costs would reset after loading into a solo run[/p]
• [p]Fixed the Argument artifact being usable by the Drudge[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where gamepad UI selection in the lobby could behave incorrectly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect skill charge calculations after loading into a solo run[/p]
• [p]Reworked totems to prevent critical network errors (softlocks)[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]We hope this helps brighten the wait for version 1.2, which is coming very soon![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]See you in the Throne Room![/p][p]— Gravity Lagoon[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Socials[/h2][p]Join our Discord[/p][p]Join our Subreddit[/p][p]Follow on X[/p]

[p]We’ve launched the Steam page for the Crustad DLC. And we’d like to share what we’re working on right now.[/p][h3][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]Add it to your wishlist so you don’t miss it![/h3][hr][/hr][h3]Version 1.2[/h3][p]The free major update 1.2 has grown larger than expected, so its release is shifting by about a month.[/p][p]But before you worry - here’s what’s coming.[/p][p][/p][p]Fully Reworked Artifact Ban System[/p][p]We’ve completely redesigned the artifact ban system in the Emporium.
Previously, you had only 10 ban slots for the entire artifact pool. Now you have 40 slots total, split into 5 artifact categories.[/p][p]Slots unlock as you discover artifacts within their category.
And most importantly, banning is now free. Experiment with builds as much as you like.[/p][p]Aspect System[/p][p]Aspects are gameplay modifiers that can make your run more challenging - or easier.
We’ll share more details later.[/p][p]Soul Engine[/p][p]A new type of mission.
Activate the Soul Engine and defeat enemies within its area to charge it.[/p][p]Altar of Interception[/p][p]An optional activity. Summon the Fugitive and see what he’s hiding in his backpack.[/p][p]And that’s not all - we’ll reveal more closer to release.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]Gatekeeper: Crustad[/h3][p]A paid DLC (at a fair price, we promise) that lets you travel to the planet Crustad, fight Lord Crustad, and attempt to rescue your fellow gatekeeper - Maverick.[/p][p][/p][p]A full overview will come later, but here’s a short list of what to expect:[/p]

1. [p]An alternate final boss with an exclusive soundtrack[/p]
2. [p]A new Gatekeeper[/p]
3. [p]A new planet and a new enemy roster[/p]
4. [p]11 new artifacts[/p]
5. [p]5 new triads[/p]
6. [p]A new mission type[/p]
7. [p]A new altar[/p]
8. [p]The Iron Range - a brand-new side activity for Gatekeeper[/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]Holiday Update[/h3][p]Before the New Year, we’ll release a small update with bug fixes and festive location customization to help lift the mood while we prepare larger content drops.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for staying with us. We hope you enjoy what’s coming.[/p][p][/p][p]See you in the Amphitheater!
— Gravity Lagoon[/p][p][/p][h2]Help Us Get the Bullet Heaven Tag[/h2][p][/p][p]We need your help to convince Valve to add an official Bullet Heaven tag on Steam for games like Gatekeeper![/p][p][/p][p]You can support the initiative by adding user-defined tags to your favorite Bullet Heaven games. It only takes a moment:[/p][p][/p]

• [p]Open any of your favorite Bullet Heaven games on Steam[/p][p][/p]
• [p]Scroll down to the User-Defined Tags section[/p][p][/p]
• [p]Add the tag: Bullet Heaven[/p]

[p][/p][p]This is the most direct way to signal interest to Valve — and they are actively reviewing this data.[/p][p][/p][p]Want to learn more? Watch this video for all the details and clear instructions on how to add User-Defined Tags.[/p][p][/p][h2]Socials[/h2][p]Join our Discord[/p][p]Join our Subreddit[/p][p]Follow on X[/p]

[p]Greetings, Gatekeepers![/p][p]
This year has been incredible — our full release marked a huge milestone, and the game has grown stronger than ever thanks to your support.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]A massive thank you to everyone who supports us — your enthusiasm and feedback mean the world to us![/p]

• [p]Fixed interface issues in the "Players" window when using a controller.[/p]
• [p]Added additional hints in the pause menu when using a controller.[/p]
• [p]Added a short delay to the kick buttons after removing a player during a run to prevent accidentally kicking multiple players in a row.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where a saved run could be lost in some cases after exiting the game.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue with player resurrection in the Arena.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Supporter Pack being available to players who didn’t own it.[/p]
• [p]The tutorial no longer activates in Arena mode.[/p]

[p][/p][p]See you in the Throne Room![/p][p]— Gravity Lagoon[/p][p][/p][h2]Socials[/h2][p]Join our Discord[/p][p]Join our Subreddit[/p][p]Follow on X[/p]

[p]Version 1.1.0.00 is now available for download. This update adds a large number of QoL improvements and fixes.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]New Features[/h2]

• [p]Autosave in Single Player
  In single-player mode, your run progress is now automatically saved each time you visit the Delta or complete an Arena stage.
  You can exit the game at any time and continue later from your last save.[/p]
• [p]New “Players” Tab in Multiplayer
  A new “Players” tab has been added to the co-op menu.
  The host can now remove participants from the session during the game.[/p]
• [p]In-Game Tutorial
  Added tutorial hints explaining the basics of the game.
  It can be enabled in the lobby before starting a run.[/p]
• [p]Discord Integration
  You can now send lobby invites and join games directly via Discord invitations. This will make it easier to find teammates on our Discord server.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Locations[/h2]

• [p]Fixed issues where players could get stuck in environmental objects.[/p]
• [p]Oasis
  The size and design of the Oasis location have been expanded and reworked.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Balance[/h2]

• [p]Chaos
  When visiting the Throne Room on locations after the 10th and higher, Chaos’s health now increases additionally to better match the growing power of players.[/p]
• [p]Bastion
  The radius of the “Earthshatter” ability has been increased to 8 units.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Gameplay Experience[/h2]

• [p]Added aim assist when playing with a controller. You can disable this feature in the controller settings if desired.[/p]
• [p]Improved interface navigation when using a controller.[/p]
• [p]When approaching an Obelisk or hovering the cursor over it, a tooltip now displays the price of the artifacts in that Obelisk.[/p]
• [p]The activation of the “Fractal” artifact and the “Replicant” ability of the Hybrid Gatekeeper is now much more noticeable.[/p]
• [p]Updated minimap design, it’s now clearer and more contrasted.[/p]
• [p]Improved visual effects of Wanderer’s attacks.[/p]
• [p]Improved spawn visual effects for Tombstone summoned by the Collector siren.[/p]
• [p]Reworked tornado effect: slower characters can now escape it more easily, while faster ones feel its impact more strongly.[/p]
• [p]Instability Generator capsules now move 25% faster when accompanied by a single player.[/p]
• [p]Updated the pause menu interface.[/p]
• [p]Added new sound effects:[/p]
  • [p]activation of the Bulwark artifact;[/p]
  • [p]ally death in co-op mode.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed interface issues when using a controller.[/p]
• [p]Improved multiplayer connectivity for players with unstable internet connections.[/p]
• [p]Fixed performance degradation during long play sessions.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where the character could continue moving during pause or immediately after loading a map.[/p]
• [p]Overall performance improved.[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]We continue to work on improving Gatekeeper and greatly appreciate your feedback.
Join our Discord or Subreddit and share your impressions, it helps us make the game better.[/p][p][/p][h3]How to Report a Bug[/h3][p]If you encounter any issues, you can help us by doing the following:[/p]

1. [p]Record a video of the first bug occurrence (if possible, include reproduction steps) and upload it to any file-sharing service.[/p]
2. [p]Close the game.[/p]
3. [p]Go to the folder:
   [c]C:\\Users\\USERNAME\\AppData\\LocalLow\\Gravity Lagoon\\Gatekeeper[/c][/p]
4. [p]Find the Player.log file.[/p]
5. [p]Send the video link and Player.log file together to [email protected] or share them on our Discord server.[/p]

[p][/p][p]See you in the Throne Room!
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