Dark Hours Pre-Launch Playtest is LIVE!
[p]Hey everyone,[/p][p][/p][p]We’ve just opened a surprise playtest for Dark Hours! 👀 [/p][p]It’s the final stretch before the 1.0 release next week, and we’d love your help to polish everything before the big day. [/p][p][/p][p]📅 The playtest is live right now and will run through the weekend. We’ll most likely close it on Monday morning (Paris time).[/p][p][/p][p]![]()
[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Before diving into the details of what awaits you in this playtest, I wanted to share a bit about how we approached version 1.0 in terms of new content. In the past, every major update came with a new monster and a new environment, and while that was always exciting, this time we wanted to take a different path.[/p][p][/p][p]For 1.0, our goal wasn’t to make the game bigger, but to make it deeper. That’s why we decided to focus on improving what we already have, with new monster and environment interactions, an improved gameloop, upgraded maps, more useful/fun/chaotic/crazy heist items, a brand-new reputation system and more. We honestly can’t wait to hear what you think about all of it! [/p][p]Now, let's talk about the new stuff! [/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]👻 New Monster Counters & Interactions[/h3][p]Some monsters now have new counters! This means certain items just got a whole lot more interesting to use. We’ve also added new interactions into the mix. Jump in and try them out![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🔦 New Environment Interactions[/h3][p]We’ve also introduced new ways to interact with the environment to make the game feel more immersive. Try throwing fragile objects on the ground or smashing windows with items and see what happens![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]💼 Gameloop 2.0 and the New Heist Night[/h3][p]We’ve reworked the overall heist flow: heist nights are now timed, the contract selection screen has been redesigned, rewards are now based on contract rarity, etc. And a new reputation system also ties your actions to the criminal underworld![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🕴️ Meet the Mafia Bosses[/h3][p]Your choices now earn you reputation with several mafia bosses. Climb their ranks by completing contracts and gain access to exclusive and powerful gear that can completely change the way you approach each new heist. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🔧 New Heist Items[/h3][p]We’ve expanded your toolkit with a ton of new toys to experiment with: remote-control devices, EMPs, Holy & Ice grenades, flare guns, entity scanners, GPS trackers, instant cameras, and even more. Unlock them through the mafia bosses and have fun![/p][p]Important change: Basic items are no longer automatically available in the van at the start of a heist. You’ll need to buy them from the shop before heading out, or scavenge what you can during the mission.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]⚠️ Important note on this playtest: for all our tryhard playtesters out there, I wanted to let you know that all progress made during this playtest (like reputation and mafia boss unlocks) will not carry over to the full release version. Just saying, iin case you were planning to unlock everything before the end of the weekend 😉[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]How to Join the Playtest:[/h3]
- [p]Head over to the Dark Hours Steam page[/p]
- [p]Click the button on the playtest banner to request access[/p]
- [p]Download and start playing once Steam grants you access (which should be immediate!)[/p]