BANDIT KNIGHT News

[p]Hello Bandits,[/p][p]It’s been over a month since the second Playtest went live. During this time, we’ve seen plenty of clean heists, smooth escapes, and clever strategies—and we’ve also received a lot of valuable feedback from the community. Thank you so much for all your support and for taking the time to share your thoughts with us![/p][p][/p][h3]A Small Playtest Update 🛠️ [/h3][p]While development continues behind the scenes, we’ve quietly rolled out a small update to the current Playtest build. This update mainly focuses on fixing a few issues reported by players, including:[/p]

• [p]Improved enemy vision indicators[/p]
• [p]Fixed text line-wrapping issues in the English version[/p]
• [p]Resolved display problems on resolutions other than 1920×1080[/p]
• [p]Fixed a rare crash that could occur when triggering Fever Time on certain maps[/p]

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Share Your Feedback 📝 [/h3][p]If you’ve already played the Playtest but haven’t filled out the survey yet, we’d really appreciate it if you could take a moment to share your thoughts via our Google form:[/p][p]https://forms.gle/w5oGPLQcBQ8eFtSW6[/p][p]
Every piece of feedback plays an important role in helping us polish BANDIT KNIGHT further! [/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]With the year-end holidays approaching, we hope all bandits are wrapping things up smoothly and getting ready for a well-earned break. We’d also like to wish everyone a happy early New Year!

We’ll be continuing development going into 2026, and we’re looking forward to bringing you closer and closer to the full release of BANDIT KNIGHT.
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[p]Hello Bandits,[/p][p]The wait is over! A brand-new Playtest build of BANDIT KNIGHT, our stylish stealth-action game, is now live on Steam! Check out the latest trailer below.[/p][p][/p][h2]Playtest 2 Trailer[/h2][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]You’re invited to jump in and try it out right now. But before you do… let’s take a sneak peek at what’s new in this update! 👀[/p][p][/p][h3]New Stage: Harbor City 🏙️ [/h3][p][/p][p]Welcome to Harbor City, a vibrant seaside metropolis buzzing with merchants, chatter, and... suspicious activity. Why does the city feel tense beneath all the glitz and glamor? Who’s pulling the strings behind the scenes?[/p][p]Wander through the bustling streets, gather intel (and supplies), and team up with your justice-seeking crew to uncover the truth and restore peace to the harbor.[/p][p][/p][h3]First Look: Skill Tree System 🌳 [/h3][p][/p][p]Now you can unlock new abilities through the all-new Skill Tree! It’ll cost you a bit of coin, but every upgrade will make your next heist smoother and slicker. Think of it as reinvesting your “borrowed” income into your criminal career. 😎[/p][p][/p][h3]First Look: Warning Letters System 📜 [/h3][p][/p][p]Collect special warning letters during your missions and boldly announce your next heist in advance![/p][p]Broadcasting your intent gives you useful bonuses... but might also make things a bit more difficult.
Sometimes, the effects are weird, unexpected, or just too tempting not to click. 😆[/p][p]Will you take the risk for more bonuses? It's all up to you.[/p][p][/p][h3]First Look: Equipment Crafting 🧵 [/h3][p][/p][p]Blueprints may be hidden in side quests, secret areas, or well-guarded corners of each level. Bring them back to your base and you’ll be able to craft special gear to elevate your thief aesthetic and performance. Stealing is a "craft", after all. 🍷[/p][p][/p][h3]Over 650 Collectibles (and Counting!) 🎁 [/h3][p][/p][p]We’re not going to ask how you got your hands on so much treasure. We’re just here to give you even more. Take some time to read the item descriptions—they won’t boost your stats, but they might boost your joy. And isn't that the whole point? 😊[/p][p]That's most of the new features covered for this new version! This new Playtest takes around 45 minutes to complete...unless you’re the type who checks every nook and cranny. Then it might take a while. 👀[/p][p][/p][h3]Save File Reminder📌 [/h3][p]You can’t save during missions! Your progress auto-saves only when you return to the hideout. So make sure you’re well-prepared before heading out.[/p][p][/p][h3]WePlay Culture Expo[/h3][p]We’ll also be attending WePlay Expo 2025 in Shanghai this November 22–23. If you’re there, come visit us and try the latest version in person. We hear there might even be special gifts for those who do. [/p][p]Location: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center – Hall H3, Booth B43[/p][p][/p][p]That’s all for now! Thanks again for all your support. If you enjoyed the new Playtest, don’t forget to share your thoughts on the Steam community or on social media! And if you haven’t already, be sure to wishlist BANDIT KNIGHT to stay up to date on all future heists: 👉
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]Once you’ve finished playing, please take a moment to fill out our feedback survey—it’s the best way to help us improve the game:[/p][p]https://forms.gle/w5oGPLQcBQ8eFtSW6[/p][p][/p][p]Follow us here for updates! Twitter | TikTok | Discord [/p][p][/p]

[p]Hello Bandits![/p][p]It’s been a while! We’ve had our heads down in development lately, but we’re popping up for a quick update to share what we’ve been working on. Right now, we’re building a brand-new map: the Harbor City![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Welcome to the big city—bright lights, bustling vendors, and shady opportunities around every corner.
Naturally, a master thief like Ein wouldn’t pass up a little shopping… or a chance to liberate some goods along the way.[/p][p]What would you like to do in the harbor city? Drop your ideas or wishes in the community or on social media—we’re listening! And who knows… we just might sneak them into the game.)[/p][p][/p][h2]Publisher Sale Spotlight![/h2][p][/p][p]BANDIT KNIGHT is currently featured in the Spiral Up Games Publisher Sale—check it out for some great pixel-art titles from our fellow devs![/p][p]If you’re into stealthy pixel fun, we highly recommend the prison break CRPG Back to the Dawn—it’s loaded with sneaky mechanics we think you’ll love.[/p][p]Also worth checking out is Wandering Sword, a pixel wuxia RPG currently at its lowest price ever—don’t miss your chance to grab it![/p][p][/p][p]👉 \[Click here to visit the sale page!] 👈[/p][p][/p][h2]As for the new demo...[/h2][p]We know many of you are eagerly waiting 👀 Don’t worry—it’s in the works! We’re busy crafting new content, polishing new mechanics, and preparing to bring you a much richer experience. It won’t be long now—stay tuned![/p][hr][/hr][p]That’s all for today! Thanks again for your support. Got thoughts, feedback, or ideas? Drop us a comment or reach out on social. And if you haven’t already, don’t forget to wishlist BANDIT KNIGHT to stay updated on all future heists:[/p][p]👉 [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]Follow us here for updates! Twitter | TikTok | Discord [/p][p][/p]

[p]Hello fellow Bandits![/p][p]BANDIT KNIGHT is heading to gamescom 2025, one of the world’s biggest gaming events, held in Cologne, Germany![/p][p]With the support of Visual Industry Promotion Organization (VIPO), we’ll be showcasing our game at the Japan Pavilion.
[/p][p]We'll have a brand-new playable demo ready on-site — and we can’t wait to see what European players think![/p][p][/p][p]Alongside BANDIT KNIGHT, the Japan Pavilion will also feature a wide variety of unique indie games from Japan.
[/p][p]Come by and check them all out! 🕶️🗝️[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Event Details: Gamescom 2025[/h3][p]
📅 August 20–24, 2025
📍 Koelnmesse - Hall 10.2 (2nd Floor)
📍 Stand E041g - JAPAN PAVILION[/p][p][/p][p]To all our phantom thief friends in Europe — see you in Cologne! 🕶️[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Follow us for updates! Twitter | TikTok | Discord

Stay sneaky, Bandits! Steal ya later! 🏹💰[/p]