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Signals & Pathways – Level Navigation Update Now Live!

[h3]Finding your way through Absym just got easier and a whole lot more immersive. This update focuses on guiding players through the world with new visual landmarks and navigation aids, while keeping the journey as atmospheric as ever.[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Level Design Improvements
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  • [p]Navigation-Friendly Layouts[/p][p]Multiple areas have been redesigned to make traversal smoother and more intuitive, reducing backtracking and confusion.[/p][p][/p]
  • [p]Radio Towers Introduced[/p][p]Brand-new radio towers now serve as visual beacons across the levels, pointing you toward your objectives and helping you stay on course.[/p][p][/p]
[p][/p][h3]Visual Clarity Updates[/h3][p][/p]
  • [p]Zone Recognition Enhancements[/p][p]Graphic changes have been made to certain areas to make each zone more distinct and instantly recognizable, improving orientation and overall visual variety.[/p]
[p][/p][h3]Bug Fixes & Miscellaneous[/h3][p][/p][p]Minor bug fixes and adjustments to improve overall gameplay stability and polish.[/p][h3]
See you in the Rift![/h3]

Faces & Fates – Narrative & UI Update Now Live!

[h3]This update dives deep into the soul of Absym, revamping how you interact with the world and the characters within it. From polished UI to pivotal choices, everything just got a bit more personal.
[/h3][h3]UI Revamps:[/h3]
  • [p]Boon Interface Overhaul

    The Boon UI has been fully reworked for clarity, style, and usability. Choosing your powers should feel just as good as using them.[/p]
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  • [p]Dialogue UI Rework[/p][p]Conversations are now more expressive than ever. A fresh dialogue system brings character sprites into the scene, letting you see who you're talking to and feel their presence.[/p]
[p][/p][h3]New Story Event:[/h3]
  • [p]A brand-new narrative event has been added, thrusting the player into a high-stakes situation where choices matter. Your decisions will shape more than outcomes: they’ll define loyalties, risks, and your place in the world of Absym.[/p]
[p][/p][h3]Bug Fixes & Miscellaneous:[/h3]
  • [p]Various bug fixes and minor corrections across the game to ensure a smoother and more polished experience.[/p]
[h3]Every choice has a face. Every face has a story. Will you choose wisely?[/h3][h3]Update now and step into the most human chapter of Absym yet.

See you there, Rifters![/h3][h3][/h3]

Fire at Will – Combat Update Now Live!

[h3]Lock, load, and move like never before. This update brings a major overhaul to ranged combat, giving you more speed, control, and tactical depth on the battlefield.

Here's what's new:[/h3]
  • [p]Reworked Shooting Mechanics[/p][p]Shooting is now faster and snappier, allowing for more responsive and satisfying gunplay.[/p]
  • [p]Move While Shooting[/p][p]Mobility is key, you're no longer rooted in place while firing. Dash, move, and reposition without interrupting your attack.[/p]
  • [p]Updated Projectile FX[/p][p]Every shot now feels (and looks) better. All projectile visual effects have been updated for a cleaner, more impactful experience.
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  • [p]Rifter Sidearm Overheat[/p][p]The Rifter’s pistol now features an overheat mechanic. Firing too rapidly will cause it to overheat, temporarily disabling the weapon until it cools down. You can also upgrade your overheat bar at checkpoints, so don't panic!
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[h3]Adapt, react, and fire at will. The battlefield just got a whole lot more dynamic![/h3]

📦 Boxes are Breakable – Patch update Now Live!

[h3]Is this a JoJo Reference?
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A brand new update has landed in Absym, and it’s time to smash expectations, literally. Get ready for environmental interactivity, story expansion, and visual upgrades across the board. Here’s what’s new in this patch:

[h2]✨ New Content[/h2]

[h3]Breakable Boxes & Barrels[/h3]
The world just got a bit more destructible. Discover hidden items, secrets, or simply let off some steam boxes and barrels across Absym can now be broken!

[h3]New Expedition Event[/h3]
A new events plays out when you reach the central hub of the village.



[h2]🏕 Visual & World Updates[/h2]

[h3]Base Camp Redesign[/h3]
Your home away from chaos just got a makeover. The base camp has been visually overhauled for a more immersive, lived-in atmosphere.

[h3]Water Visuals Rework[/h3]
The look and feel of water has been completely refreshed, bringing a more dynamic, atmospheric, and visually polished experience to it.



[h3]Tilt-Shift Effect Added[/h3]
A subtle tilt-shift effect has been introduced to enhance depth perception and cinematic feel. The world of Absym now feels more alive and more like a living diorama.

[h2]🛠 Gameplay & Design Improvements[/h2]

[h3]Level Design Tweaks[/h3]
Continued refinement of level layout to enhance pacing, exploration, and combat flow.

Patch Notes – New Update Available!

[h3]Hey everyone!

A new update is live, and it brings exciting additions and improvements to the world of Absym! Here’s what’s new in this patch:[/h3]

[h3]✨ New Content[/h3]

Added 2 new Absym Crystals, unlocking fresh powers for you to discover and master.

Updated the Electricity Crystal with revamped powers and visual effects, get ready to shock your enemies in new ways!



[h3]🛠 Gameplay & Design Improvements[/h3]

Tweaked and refined level design in some areas to improve flow and exploration.

Water visuals have been reworked to better match the atmosphere and visual quality of the game.

Balance adjustments to various powers for a more fair and engaging combat experience.



[h3]Bug Fixes[/h3]

Fixed a variety of bugs to ensure smoother gameplay and a more stable experience.

Thanks as always for your feedback and support! If you run into any issues or have suggestions, feel free to drop by our community hub or join our discord.

See you in the Rift!