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Dark Hours : "Watt the Hell!" Update Out Now!

[h3]Hello everyone[/h3]

[h3]The Dark Hours, "Watt the Hell!" Update is now LIVE![/h3]
Find the full patchnote at the bottom of this news

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[h3]⚡ New Monster: the Voltaic Wraith[/h3]
Give a thunderous round of applause for the Voltaic Wraith, one of the deadliest and most menacing creatures ever seen in Dark Hours. Watch out, or you might become a danger to your allies.



[h3]☢️ New Environment: the Power Plant[/h3]
One of our sources says this power plant is a great place for a heist! It should be empty... seems like the perfect plan! What could possibly go wrong?

Get ready to pull off your heists in this all-new Dark Hours environment!



[h3]🏠 Upgraded map layouts: Floors and basement[/h3]
Watch your step on the stairs!

You asked for it — multi-floor maps have arrived in Dark Hours! Map layouts can now include a basement or an upper floor.



[h3]💣New contract objective[/h3]
The boss says it’s time to level up your criminal skills! Your new job? Plant explosives. As long as the money’s good, who’s complaining?

Try out this brand-new in-game contract and make things go boom!

[h3]🛷 New gameplay Item: the mirror[/h3]
Magic mirror on the wall, who is the fairest one of all? Alright, it’s not magical — but it’s definitely powerful!

Check out this brand-new gameplay item to protect yourself or move around — whether you're alone or with a partner!



[h3]💨 New Core Minigame[/h3]
There’s only one way to reach the Core — and this new minigame controls it. But once it's started, there's no turning back.

Don’t forget — we’re burglars here, and we don’t shy away from danger!



[h3]🎭Nuclear Power Plant Customization[/h3]
Stay undercover with the right gear: toolbag in hand, goggles on your face, and eyes on the objective.

This update introduces 4 new customization items:
  • A stylish team bag
  • 2 sets of protective goggles
  • A gas mask




[h3]🔨Bug fix & improvements[/h3]
As with every update, we’ve taken the opportunity to fix bugs you’ve reported. Scroll down for the full patch notes!


[h3]To play, it's here ⏬[/h3]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2208570/Dark_Hours/

We truly hope you’ll have as much fun with this new update as we had developing it! We can’t wait to read and see all your feedback!


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[h2]Patchnote #37 for Dark Hours Major Update - 14/05/2025[/h2]

[h3]Gameplay[/h3]
  • Contract New: Added a new contract type: Set up explosives.
  • The Mirror New: Added a new in-game item.
  • Power Needed Computer New: Some computers controlling cameras now require power to function.
  • Dead Player Position Fix: Fixed a bug preventing revives due to inconsistent dead player positions across clients.
  • Dart Gun Fix: Fixed a bug where the Dart Gun's effect was not fully applied.
  • Switch Power Fix: Fixed a bug where the switch had to be pressed twice to activate.

[h3]Monster[/h3]
  • The Voltaic Wraith New: Added a new monster: The Voltaic Wraith

[h3]LD[/h3]
  • Power Plant New: New environment available
  • Layouts Map Upgraded: Added floors & basement to old environments.

[h3]UI[/h3]
  • Objective Desync Fix: Fixed a bug where players had different contracts to complete.
  • Thief Medal Fix: Fixed a bug where the Thief Medal was awarded to the wrong player.
  • Heist Night Fix: Fixed a bug causing Heist Night to end earlier than expected.

[h3]General[/h3]
  • Customization New: Added new customization items.