Dungeon Stalkers News

[p]Hello, Stalkers![/p][p][/p][p]We will be conducting emergency server maintenance at the following time. [/p][p]2:30 AM UTC to 3:30 AM UTC [/p][p][/p][p]Matchmaking will be unavailable from 2:30 AM UTC [/p][p]Purpose: Bug fix and cheater ban. Thank you.[/p]

[p]Hello, Stalkers. [/p][p]This is the Dungeon Stalkers development team. [/p][p][/p][p]We are sharing the status of the second round of sanctions against users of illegal programs. [/p][p]From August 14 to August 19, a total of 409 accounts were blocked during the maintenance. [/p][p]We will continue to take strict action without leniency against users of illegal programs. [/p][p]For detailed sanction details, please refer here. [/p]

[p]In this update, we have focused on creating a more pleasant and fair gaming environment. We have strengthened our response to unauthorized programs (cheats) and adjusted the entry requirements for Ranked Matches to ensure more serious and competitive gameplay.[/p][p]You can find the detailed update notes below.[/p][hr][/hr][p] [/p][h3]Updates for a Fair and Pleasant Gaming Environment[/h3][p] [/p][p]Our development team is fully aware of how much unfair play using unauthorized programs can harm the enjoyment of the game. To ensure that all Stalkers can enjoy fair competition based on their skills and efforts, we have implemented the following measures:[/p]

• [p]Implementation of Stronger Anti-Cheat Defense Code[/p]
  • [p]A new defense code has been applied to the game to counter the use of unauthorized programs.[/p]
  • [p]We will continue to protect a clean gaming environment through constant monitoring and swift responses.[/p]
• [p]Changes to Ranked Match Entry Requirements[/p]
  • [p]The entry requirements for Ranked Matches have been partially changed to prevent users of unauthorized programs from easily accessing them.[/p]
  • [p]From now on, new Stalkers can enter Ranked Matches 20 hours after their account is created.[/p]
  • [p]This is a foundational measure to ensure all players can compete on a level playing field, and we promise to continue making improvements as needed.[/p]

[p] [/p][h3]System and Convenience Improvements[/h3][p] [/p]

• [p]Server Stabilization:
  We have reinforced our systems to address intermittent server crashes,
  allowing for more stable gameplay.
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• [p]Drops Item Restoration:
  A feature has been added to restore items obtained through sources like Twitch Drops that were not correctly distributed in-game.
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• [p]Sanction Notification Pop-up Added:
  A pop-up will now be displayed to provide information when logging in with an account that has been restricted.
  [/p]
• [p]Exchange System Improvement:
  When requesting an item exchange from a merchant, the items will now automatically stack with those in your bag or storage.
  [/p]
• [p]Item Splitting Improvement:
  A toast message will now appear notifying you of insufficient space if you try to split an item with a full inventory.
  [/p]
• [p]Marketplace Update:
  Some Rare equipment that could not be listed on the Marketplace can now be registered.
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• [p]UI Improvements:
  Some UI designs have been updated, and new convenience-focused buttons have been added.
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• [p]Localization Improvements:
  Some awkward translation texts have been revised to be more natural.[/p]

[p] [/p][h3]Bug Fixes[/h3][p] [/p]

• [p]Fixed a bug where players were forced to leave the dungeon instead of spectating, even when there were spectatable players remaining.[/p]
• [p]Fixed some errors related to the 'Curse of the Witch'.[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]We will always do our best to provide a stable gaming environment.[/p][p]Thank you.[/p]

[p]Second Early Access Developer's Note[/p][p]Hello, this is SJGO, Head of Development for Dungeon Stalkers.[/p][p]First, I would like to sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by recent server instability and cheaters. The entire development team is working through the weekend, dedicating all our efforts to resolve these issues.[/p][p]Actions Regarding Server Stability[/p][p]We have been experiencing frequent server crashes recently due to some cheaters. We have quickly developed and are sequentially applying defensive code to address this problem, and we are implementing additional supplementary measures as soon as new issues are discovered. In fact, we have confirmed that the frequency of crashes has noticeably decreased since early Monday morning, Korea Standard Time. We will continue to respond and make improvements to provide a pleasant gaming environment.[/p][p]Status of Actions Against Cheaters[/p][p]We are operating a 24-hour response system to combat cheating. So far, we have manually and collectively banned over 200 accounts. We are gathering additional suspicious logs and plan to carry out a second wave of bans today. In addition, our anti-cheat logic will be continuously updated throughout this week.[/p][p]A Word of Thanks to Our Players[/p][p]I sincerely thank all the players who have provided valuable reports through various channels, including Discord. Our development team will fight to the very end until all cheaters are completely eradicated.[/p][p]Furthermore, we are gratefully listening to every single voice of support for our team during this difficult time. The entire development team is doing its best to provide a better gaming environment, so we ask for your patience and hope you will watch for the changes and improvements to come.[/p][p]As a token of our apology, gratitude, and determination, the development team has prepared a small gift for you.[/p]

• [p]Coupon Code: WARONCHEAT1[/p]
• [p]Item: 300 Adventure Coins[/p]
• [p]How to use: Launch Game – Menu (ESC) – Account – Enter Redeem Code – Enter Code – Receive item via Mailbox[/p][p] [/p]

[p]Sincerely, The Dungeon Stalkers Development Team[/p]

[p]\[Countermeasures for Unauthorized Programs][/p][p] [/p]

• [p]Projectile-Related Unauthorized Programs[/p]
  • [p]We have addressed discovered vulnerabilities related to currently used projectile hacks and have implemented defensive measures.[/p]
  • [p]Additionally, users detected using hacks will be automatically expelled from the dungeon (treated as a death).[/p]
• [p]Enhanced Log Analysis[/p]
  • [p]We will enhance log analysis for abnormal play patterns to more accurately track and penalize users of unauthorized programs.[/p]

[p]Developer's Comment: We will continue to respond immediately to hacks, regardless of whether it is in Normal or Prime Matching. We will also prepare satisfactory long-term measures. We promise to adhere to a zero-tolerance policy and respond thoroughly to this issue.[/p]

[p] [/p][p]\[Event][/p][p] [/p]

• [p]Drops Event Rewards[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where Drops rewards could not be claimed on Twitch and CHZZK.[/p]
  • [p]For those who have not yet received their rewards, they have now been distributed.[/p]

[p] [/p][p]\[System Improvements and Bug Fixes][/p][p] [/p]

• [p]Fixed Prime Matching Error[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where unintended matching occasionally occurred even when all party members had the Prime Matching option set to 'On'.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Issue Allowing Duplicate Purchase of Legendary Blueprints[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where blueprints could be purchased multiple times, consuming Adventure Coins.[/p]
  • [p]We will restore the currency for affected users through a separate announcement.[/p]
• [p]Fixed 'Bear Trap' Skill Error[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an error where the 'Bear Trap' skill was applied to other players in Co-op Mode.[/p]
• [p]UI Improvements[/p]
  • [p]Adjusted sound output and optimized visual effects.[/p]

[p] [/p][p]\[Balance Adjustments][/p][p] [/p]

• [p]Increased Spawn Frequency of Raid Portals (Red Portals)[/p]
  • [p]The frequency of their appearance in the mid-game has been increased.[/p]
  • [p]The probability of the 'Raid Portal' from the Witch's Curse has slightly increased.[/p]

[p]Developer's Comment: This adjustment is intended to improve the game experience after the 10-minute mark in Quick Match and Ranked Match by providing an 'optional risk'.[/p]

• [p]'Gift' Rune Effect[/p]
  • [p]The effect of the 'Gift' rune, which was not working as intended, has been reduced.[/p]

[p] [/p][p]\[Quality of Life Improvements][/p][p] [/p]

• [p]Improved Visibility of Escape Stone[/p]
  • [p]Unusable Escape Stones will no longer display an effect.[/p]

[hr][/hr][p] [/p][h3]Issues Being Addressed[/h3][p] [/p][p]We are currently investigating the following issues and will work to resolve them as quickly as possible.[/p]

• [p]Ongoing countermeasures against unauthorized and illegal programs.[/p]
• [p]Intermittent failures of party invitations.[/p]
• [p]An issue where construction progress occasionally stalls and only proceeds after reconnecting.[/p]
• [p]Compatibility issues on certain hardware.[/p]
• [p]Enhancing the display of Prime Accounts in the lobby to reduce confusion regarding 'Prime Matching'.[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]We will always do our best to provide a stable gaming environment.[/p][p]Thank you.[/p]