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[h2]Demo Patch Notes v0.0.4931[/h2][p]Release Date: 28th October 2025
Demo version update[/p][hr][/hr][h2]Disclaimer![/h2][p]The quality of this demo does not represent the final product![/p][p]New Features[/p][p]Yes… YEEESS! Our power grows! The game has been expanded with new trickery, a tutorial level and a slice of New England to roam![/p][h3]Added the World Map[/h3][p]Hop into the automobile to traverse the lands and start levels![/p][p][/p][h3]New Tutorial level[/h3][p]Don’t worry darlings, you can learn your craft in safety! Well, at least you will be safe…[/p][p][/p][h3]The Ritual Gauge[/h3][p]The ritual is not an ordinary “cooking recipe”. We need focus and dedication and.. and candles! We need to get the favour of the Gods by fulfilling their.. progression bar??[/p][p]From now on, the cultists not just need to sacrifice, but also complete additional tasks to boost the morale.. I mean the meter. When it is filled, the desired deity shall arrive![/p][p][/p][h3]Dashing[/h3][p]The Ritual quickens! Dashing now available to speed up your process and make walking less dull.[/p][p][/p][h3]Item throwing[/h3][p]Work together or just aim well! Handheld items are now throwable![/p][h3]What a bloody mess![/h3][p]Prisoners bleed when they are freed, but you still shouldn’t feed! To show off our manners, we have to cleaning up after ourselves.[/p][p]Note: If you see that new anomaly, that some of you call Blood Manifestation, which causes floors to bleed, do not try to eat it.[/p][p][/p][h3]New Cultists joining our cult![/h3][p]Added multiple characters and the character selection screen[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Additionally:[/h3]

• [p]Smuggled the Credits screen and information about the devs into the main menu[/p]
• [p]Expanded the repertoire of character animations[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Gameplay Adjustments[/h3]

• [p]Introduced a new gameplay loop, the Ritual Point system. To win the game, you must generate enough points by fine tuning the order you place candles and perform other tasks.[/p]
• [p]Reworked the Police System to be tied to Neighbour tickets instead of time[/p]
• [p]Reworked the Nosy Neighbour to make it more interesting[/p]
• [p]Reworked and remapped controls[/p]
• [p]Groceries are automatically given to Grocery Neighbours when the correct item is in hand[/p]
• [p]Tweaked movement responsiveness and values[/p]
• [p]Chanting can be performed anytime now but only have an effect near the circle[/p]
• [p]Candles are now instantly lit when approached with a lit lighter[/p]
• [p]The fridge & freezer interactions have been tuned for a smoother experience[/p]
• [p]Updated the tutorial screens[/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]Bug Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Fixed multiple issues related to the Hand, aka Portal Monster[/p]
• [p]Fixed various bugs related to the Ghost[/p]
• [p]Resolved rare crash when the vacuum was picked up[/p]
• [p]Many ticket related issues[/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]Visual & Audio Updates[/h3]

• [p]Audio and Video settings have been added to the game[/p]
• [p]Updated character animations[/p]
• [p]Enhanced lighting and shadows[/p]
• [p]Reworked the soundscape, added sounds and music[/p]
• [p]Updated the Ritual Circle drawing effect[/p]
• [p]Added effects for actions, especially for Ritual Point generation[/p]

[hr][/hr][hr][/hr][h3]Known Issues[/h3]

• [p]Lack of online multiplayer: We are working on it’s implementation as we speak![/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]Feedback & Reporting[/h3][p]We’re still polishing the demo and the final game!
If you encounter issues or have suggestions, please share your feedback via:
Ritual Party General Discussions :: Steam Community
OR
the feedback form. (10 minutes to complete)
You can also join our Discord here: Discord Link[/p][p]Thank you for helping us make Ritual Party the best it can be![/p]

Hey everyone!

We've received your feedback and have just released a new update with several important fixes to improve your Ritual Party experience. Check out the patch notes below!

🛠 Patch Notes:
✅ Fixed bugs related to fetching items for the Grocery Neighbour – tasks should now work as intended.
✅ Fixed candle mechanics – they should now function correctly in rituals.
✅ Fixed controller issues in the main menu – navigating menus with a gamepad should be work as intended.

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