Achilles: Survivor News

Survivors!

Alectryon’s been busy in the fields, making sure everyone gets an egg.
We can’t promise they’ll hatch, but they might just explode.

So from all of us at Dark Point Games: Happy Easter!

🐣 Whether you’re celebrating or not, spending time with family or tearing through hordes of enemies, we hope this weekend brings you joy.

And with that said… it’s wild to think how far Achilles: Survivor has come. Let’s take a look at what’s changed - and maybe what’s still to come. 👁️



[h2]📜 The Road So Far[/h2]
What happens to Achilles after his legend is told?

Launching Achilles: Survivor was our take on the answer. He’s a hero - staying still never suited him.

What started as a small experiment quickly became something much more. We took a genre we love, added our favorite characters, and tried to build the kind of game we’d all enjoy playing.

When the first demo launched, we had one realm, two bosses, three Survivors, eleven powers… and a dream. Fast forward 6 months, and more than 200 fixes and quality-of-life updates later:

• We’ve just welcomed our ninth Survivor
  
• Added multiple new activities, powers, structures, and favours
  
• Cured myrmidons our of procrastination, so they actually fight the enemies
  
• Expanded to nine languages
  
• Conducted training sessions with Survivors to make them more fun to play
  
• Unleashed new enemies and bosses upon the world (sorry about that)
  
• And we’ve learned a ton from your feedback
  

And that’s not even counting all the background reworks and performance improvements happening along the way. Today, Achilles: Survivor has grown into something we’re incredibly proud of - and that’s entirely thanks to you.

👇 How it started vs how is it going

[h2]🔮 Visions of the Future[/h2]
“Less time shall pass than from Chryses’ plea to Patroclus’ pyre…” whispers Pythia, her eyes clouded by smoke.

Across the battlefield, threads twist. Fangs flash in the dark. A shadow crawls where no man should tread - drawn to the cracks of a mountain that bleeds fire.

Violent and swift, it strikes harder than anything we’ve seen before.

And it’s getting closer.

[h2]💛 Every Step, Thanks to You[/h2]
To everyone who left a review, shared feedback, or fought through just one more wave: thank you.

If you’ve been enjoying Achilles: Survivor, let us know in the comments - or drop us a review!
We really read every single one :D

We wouldn’t be in the same place without you - and the journey’s only just begun.
~Dark Point Games team



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The battlefield just got a lot more dangerous (and a lot more fun).

Update 0.5 is one of our biggest yet: a mythic new Survivor, long-awaited feature, devastating new powers, divine structures, and more ways than ever to leave your enemies in ruins.

It’s a big one - so grab yourself a cup of tea, and let’s descend into the chaos together.


[h2]🏆 At Last: Steam Achievements are here![/h2]

You asked for it. We delivered.

Achievements are now fully integrated with Steam - and if you've already unlocked any, they'll automatically sync the next time you launch the game.

New ones are already waiting for you - can you catch them all?

[h2]🔥 1 New Character: Burn Them All[/h2]

The noble son of Iapetus outwitted him and stole the far-seen gleam of unwearying fire
— Hesiod, Theogony

He stole fire from Olympus. Now he’s fighting for you.

Prometheus is a high-risk, high-reward Survivor with low health and rapid regeneration. He burns enemies with every hit using his unique Power: Fire Breath.

[h2]⚔️ 2 New Powers: Flame and Fury[/h2]

Fire Breath
Exhale pure destruction. Prometheus’s signature move scorches the battlefield (and your enemies) with a cone of flame.
Souls of Tartarus
Summon the damned. Cursed spirits rise from the underworld, latching onto enemies and tearing them apart with dark energy.


[h2]🏛️ 3 New Structures: Wrath, Engineered[/h2]
Monument of Thunder
A divine turret that channels Zeus himself. It strikes enemies near you, no matter where it’s built.
Dart Thrower
A circle of death. This construct fires high-speed darts in all directions, piercing through enemies like butter.
Spike Trap
Stop enemies dead in their tracks. Lay brutal spike traps - enemies who step on it get a face full of Olympus-grade steel.


[h2]💰 4 New Favours: Choose Your Divine Blessing[/h2]
Need a stronger start? Four new Favours have been added to expand your options:

• Patience Pays Off - Start with higher Status Strength
  
• Plutus’ Generosity - Begin each run with extra gold
  
• Gaia’s Blessing - Gain bonus stone at the start
  
• Passionate Miner - Increases mining speed and yields more stone per cycle
  

[h2]🛠️ 5 Major Balance & Quality of Life Improvements[/h2]

• Achievement progress is now displayed in-game, making it easy to track how much you are missing.
  
• The “How to Play” tab now shows you stats for all powers.
  
• Apollo’s Light (Pythia’s power) has been improved: orbs orbit closer to you for better control.
  
• Selected transformation icons are now more unique and better reflect their function.
  
• Structures now visibly react to damage.
  

[h2]🛠️ 6 Various Fixes[/h2]

• Moirai Thread power got a buff (and a new transformation)
  
• Striking Speed got a much needed nerf (yes, you were overpowered - we saw you).
  
• Achievement grind reduced - The Power of Magic and I Just Want to Fight now unlock with fewer runs.
  
• Visual effects now display correctly on all eight-legged abominations.
  
• Your thrown shield will now reliably return to you. As it should.
  
• Minor performance improvements and optimizations.
  

[h2]🏆 7 New Achievements: Good luck hunting![/h2]
Seven new achievements have also been added with this update: A builder, Bones bones bones, Pyromaniac, Experienced Marksman, It’s a Trap, Unforgivable Curse, Architect.
[h2]🌍 Now in Korean and Japanese[/h2]
To all our new Survivors from Korea and Japan —
Welcome to the battlefield.

We’re proud to bring full language support in this update. Let us know what you think and how we can make it even better.

[h2]…Still here with us, Survivor?
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Your dedication deserves a reward.

We’re running a community vote for the next Survivor on our Discord server. Want to shape the future of the game? Now's your chance.


[h2]💛 Few Words from Our Team[/h2]
Every spark of this update came from you.

From bug reports to bold ideas, your feedback helps us shape the world of Achilles: Survivor - one update at a time.

Our games come from a deep love for ancient myths and joy of gaming. We are so happy to share it with you. Seeing this community grow with us has been humbling, motivating, and honestly? Kind of epic.

Thank you for being here.

What’s your favorite part of this update? Let us know in the comments below!
See you on the battlefield,
(or our Discord server).

~Dark Point Games team

Originally posted by Homer

Achilles hurtled on (...) surging over the plain, blazing like the star
that rears at harvest, flaming up in its brilliance,—
far outshining the countless stars in the night sky

The Iliad, Book XXII

And now, his brilliance can light up your shelf, your workspace, or wherever heroes belong.

[h3]Hi, Survivors!
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Is there a better way to open an announcement than with The Iliad?

Today, Achilles truly earns his place among legends. Whether you’re a hobbyist, collector, or just someone who wants a mighty demigod next to their monitor — this one’s for you.

[h2]🏛️ New FREE DLC: Achilles Bust
[/h2]This free DLC gives you access to high-quality, 3D-printable STL files of a detailed bust of Achilles.
Inspired by ancient Greek sculpture and designed with love (and accuracy), it’s a perfect tribute to the warrior who’s been by your side in battle.

🔗 https://store.steampowered.com/app/3557650/Achilles_Survivor__Immortal_Legend_3D_Model/?beta=0

[h2]💰 Our Biggest Sale Yet - Achilles: Survivor is 20% Off!
[/h2]To celebrate the new DLC, we're also running our biggest discount so far: -20% on Achilles: Survivor for a full week.

The offer ends exactly at 7 PM GMT+2, one week from now - don’t miss it ⚠️

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Still here with us?

[h2]🌒 Visions from the Void
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Pythia’s been having dreams lately. Strange visions. New powers. A figure stepping through the smoke.

Who is it?



Let’s just say... we’re not done yet.

More soon, Survivors.



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Survivors, steel yourselves! The battlefield is shifting, and your enemies won’t even know what hit them. Update 0.4 is here, bringing new structures, a formidable new power, and over 40 balance updates based on your feedback.

Plus, Achilles: Survivor is now 10% off during the Spring Sale. If you've been waiting to dive in (or drag your friends in), now’s the time!

So let’s get started ⚔️

[h2]🏛️ New Structures: More Ways to Triumph
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Workshop - Gold isn’t just for hoarding! Exchange it for powerful buffs that can change the course of battle… but choose wisely, as each upgrade raises the cost.


Toxic Fountain - Let the waters of Styx poison all who dare step too close, draining their life with every second.


[h2]⚔️ New Power: Sword of Damocles
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The gods were watching—and now they’re striking. Sword of Damocles rains divine blades upon your foes, turning the battlefield into a storm of destruction. Available for all Survivors.


[h2]🎯 Major Improvement
[/h2]Power cards now display tags for easier decision-making.
Now you can see the type (melee, spell, range) & understand the mechanics with a glance.


[h2]💬 Community-Driven Changes & Fixes
[/h2]You asked, we delivered. This update brings big improvements based on your feedback:

• Myrmidon Rework - No more attacking rocks instead of enemies - your Myrmidons have wised up! With improved AI and new animations, they’ll actively seek out threats and fight like true warriors.
  
• Luck System Overhaul - Luck now plays a bigger role in upgrades, making every choice feel more impactful.
  
• Hector Buff - Playing as Hector should feel even more rewarding and fun, befitting a Trojan prince.
  
• UI Freeze Fix - Fixed an issue where the game could freeze on the transformation or reward screens.
  
• We did some Gardening - lowering the amount of shooting plants and improved their visibility.
  
• Enemy Spawning Fix - Enemies will now spawn in the middle of the portal, instead of a random place they fancy. This will allow you to escape the area before things get nasty.
  

[h2]📈 And over 40 QoL updates & bugfixes, including:
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• Significantly improving general performance of the game.
  
• Health potions will only be picked up if you need them - no more wasting resources!
• Fixed a rare issue of enemies spawning on the player character right after launching the game.
  
• Fixed the issue of pickable items spawning out of bounds or inside buildings.
  
• Fixed seals spamming on themselves.
  
• Scorpion mid-boss won’t get stuck on selected structures anymore.
  

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2922410/Achilles_Survivor/
[h2]💛 Thank You, Survivors!
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Every update, every fix, every new feature - it all happens because of you. Your feedback and support mean the world to us. Spring is (finally) here - at least in Toruń - so let’s celebrate together! Keep sharing your thoughts, ideas, and memes. We’re listening.

What’s your favorite part of this update? Let us know in the comments below!

See you on the battlefield,
~Dark Point Games team



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Hello, Survivors!

We're excited to announce a major update to Achilles: Survivor, bringing new features and improvements based on your feedback. Let's dive into what's new!


You asked, we delivered! Now you can aim your attacks with precision using your cursor. Choose to aim only your Main Power or all Powers, switchable at any time. This feature gives you more control over your gameplay, allowing you to target enemies strategically rather than just attacking the nearest foes.




Not thrilled with the available transformations? Now you can sacrifice a transformation to select an additional improvement instead. This new option provides greater control over your build, allowing for more diverse and personalized playstyles.




Champions: Prepare to face new mid-bosses that will appear randomly throughout your runs. With their unique attack patterns, these Champions will put your skills to the test!

Regular Enemies: The battlefield has become more diverse with the addition of new regular enemies, adding fresh challenges to your survival runs.




We've noticed some transformations were less popular than others. In response, we've added 7 new transformations to existing powers, designed to have a more significant impact on gameplay. Get ready for some exciting new strategies!


Two new powers join the fray: Battering Ram and Moirai's Thread. These additions will open up even more interesting ways to play the game. The more, the merrier!


While you could find game mechanics explanations on our Steam forum, we've now added a comprehensive "How to Play" section directly in the main menu for easy access to all the information you need.




Calling all completionists! We've added new achievements for those who love to collect them all. Challenge yourself to unlock these new milestones!

We're thrilled to bring you these updates and can't wait to see how they enhance your Achilles: Survivor experience. Thank you for your continued support and feedback – it's invaluable in helping us improve the game.

Get ready to dive back into the action with these exciting new features. See you on the battlefield, survivors!



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