Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault News

[p]Fellow merchants,[/p][p][/p][p]Steam Next Fest may be coming to an end…
But the Moonlighter 2 demo is here to stay![/p][p][/p][p]Throughout the fest, we released two updates to the demo, improving performance, adding mouse-based combat aiming, rebalancing enemy damage, and enhancing keyboard & mouse support. Every fix was guided by your invaluable feedback on Discord, Reddit, and the Steam forums.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]A heartfelt thank you 💚[/h2][p][/p][p]Thanks to your support, Moonlighter 2 became one of the most played demos of the entire Next Fest. That’s truly humbling for our team, and a huge motivation to keep working hard.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]We know there’s still a lot to improve, though. Especially when it comes to performance and the shop system. While we’re not ready to share details just yet, we’re actively exploring new and engaging ways to improve the game based on your feedback.[/p][p][/p][h2]Please keep sharing your thoughts! 💭[/h2][p]
We’re actively engaging in every conversation and review, having meaningful internal discussions about how to make Moonlighter 2 the best game it can be.
[/p][p]Thank you for playing, for caring, and for sticking with us.[/p][p]
Let's keep hustling.[/p][p]– The Moonlighter 2 Team[/p]

[p]Fellow merchants![/p][p][/p][p]We’re back with yet another update to the Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault demo! This one brings some big improvements based directly on your reports and Steam reviews. We’re moving fast, and your feedback is proving to be ever so helpful. Keep it coming![/p][p][/p][p]Let's see what's new in today's patch.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Fixes & Improvements[/h2][p][/p]

• [p]Resolved the black screen issue that was affecting many users with HDDs (especially during the intro sequence).[/p]
• [p]Major performance boost and smoother overall experience.[/p]
• [p]Demo size reduced from 27 GB to just 5 GB (yes, really!).[/p]
• [p]Enemy damage reduced by 20% across the board for better balance.[/p]
• [p]Improved stuttering issues.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a soft lock where Trained Taalik could get stuck on certain props.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted an enemy trigger that was activating as soon as you entered certain rooms.[/p]
• [p]Corrected the on-screen prompt in the shop showcase, which was displaying incorrect controls.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a typo in Sliver’s interaction prompt (it said “Hot touch” – not intentional 😅)[/p]
• [p]Added mouse-based combat aiming! It’s enabled by default, but you can toggle it in Settings if you prefer the classic feel.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Your feedback is invaluable[/h2][p][/p][p]Thank you again for your reports, your patience, and your incredible support. This is the second patch in two days, and we’re committed to making Moonlighter 2 the best it can be before release.[/p][p][/p][p]If you haven’t already, we’d love to hear your thoughts on the shop system, especially what you feel is missing or what made the original Moonlighter shop feel so special. Some of those changes may take time, as they involve deeper design decisions, but our goal remains the same: to deliver a shop system that’s engaging, strategic, and truly worthy of the series.[/p][p][/p][p]🔗 Feedback Form
⚙️ Steam Discussion Thread 💬 Join us on Discord[/p][p][/p][p]Before we go, just a little reminder:

Will has never been an almighty hero. He’s just a merchant with a dream, always going the extra mile to make it work. And so are we.[/p][p][/p][p]Let’s hustle.
– The Moonlighter 2 Team[/p]

[p]Fellow merchants! 
[/p][p]We’re happy to announce that the update to the Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault demo is live!
[/p][p]It brings improved keyboard & mouse support - including smoother inventory management and better UI navigation. It’s not perfect yet, but it’s a step forward, and the whole team is already hard at work on more improvements across all control schemes.

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Thank you so much for playing the demo and sharing your thoughts. With Moonlighter 2 trending on Steam Next Fest, we’re thrilled to see so many of you stepping into the world of Tresna. But what’s truly overwhelming is the volume and care behind your feedback. From Discord to Steam to socials - now that we’re listening and are taking your comments seriously.
[/p][p]We know the demo isn’t flawless. You’ve flagged issues - from black screens to performance hiccups - and we want to assure you those are high on our list. Fixes are in progress. We won’t be able to address everything before the end of Next Fest, but this is just the beginning. This is the first demo of Moonlighter 2, and our journey together is far from over.
[/p][p]We’re building this game alongside you, and we’re committed to shaping it into something we can all be proud of.[/p][p][/p][h3]Your feedback is already helping.
[/h3][p]Last update, we focused on the shop system - what’s new, what’s changed, and why. We’ve received a flood of insights from both returning Moonlighter 1 players and newcomers alike, and we’re so grateful for your honesty. If you haven’t shared your thoughts yet, please do! We’re especially keen to hear more about how the shop feels and what could make it more engaging, strategic, or satisfying.
[/p][p]🔗 Feedback Form[/p][p]⚙️ Steam Discussion Thread[/p][p]💬 Join us on Discord
[/p][p]We’re learning. We’re trying. We’re improving - one update at a time.[/p][p]Keep your feedback coming. Let’s make something truly special, together! [/p][p][/p][p]~ Digital Sun Team[/p][p]
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[p]Hello Shopkeepers!

Demo version of Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault will be available for you to play starting tomorrow on June 9th during the summer edition of Steam Next Fest.


Check out the new Demo Trailer aired on PC Gaming Show here:
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With the release of the Demo, you will be able to experience:

🟩Story introduction - welcome back, Will, our favourite merchant[/p][p]🟩Exploration of a chunk of the first biome (Kalina)[/p][p]🟩Two weapons with their unique fighting styles and perks[/p][p]🟩Two challenging boss fights[/p][p]🟩Dungeons filled with enemies to fight and resources to gather[/p][p]🟩Inventory management - valuable relics interact with each other when placed in your backpack[/p][p]🟩Shop, where you can sell the relics and earn money needed to upgrade your equipment, and pass the titular The Endless Vault trials!

[/p][carousel][/carousel][p][h3]The Endless Vault[/h3]Embark on the Endless Vault's trials, an age-old relic designed to push merchants to their very brink. Demonstrate your drive by accumulating vast riches in one trading session, or reinvest your profits to enhance your abilities for another attempt. Triumph over the Vault's challenges to enrich your town and steadily elevate the risks for ever-larger gains!



See you in the shop! ~ Digital Sun Team[/p]

Greetings, merchants!

Join us for a deep dive into Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault with a brand-new Gameplay Commentary video featuring Israel Mallén, Marketing Manager at Digital Sun!

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Get the inside scoop on gameplay, design choices, and exciting new features coming to the sequel. Straight from the team bringing the world of Moonlighter back to business!

See you in Tresna... and NEXT week 👀

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2350790/Moonlighter_2_The_Endless_Vault/