Bullet Noir News

April marked a major milestone for Bullet Noir and our team at Wolcen Studio. With the Early Access release and a series of exciting events, we’ve been thrilled to see the game land in players’ hands and watch the action unfold.

Here’s a look back at everything that happened in April:

[h2]🎮 Early Access Launch[/h2]
Bullet Noir officially launched in Early Access on Steam. Players now have access to a gritty twin-stick shooter set in a noir-drenched city, with four playable characters, tactical one-hit-one-kill combat, and unique ability-driven gameplay. Thank you to everyone who picked up the game, left feedback, or helped spread the word.

https://steamcommunity.com/games/3204960/announcements/detail/640181878351988027

[h2]🎁 Early Access Gleam Giveaway[/h2]
To celebrate the launch, we ran a Gleam Giveaway where players could win free Steam keys for Bullet Noir. Thousands of entries came through and it was amazing to welcome so many new faces to the community. If this is how you found us, we’re glad to have you here.

Congratulations to the winners:
🔹 MoKurr
🔹 Seingau96
🔹 Ofraysse
🔹 Julefar
🔹 MrAsian11


[h2]⏱️ Community Speedrun Event[/h2]
We also hosted our first Speedrun Event and were blown away by the submissions. Players raced through the demo and pushed the limits of precision and speed. After reviewing the top runs, here are the winners:

https://steamcommunity.com/games/3204960/announcements/detail/640181878351988029

🥇 1st Place: Wolfye – 2:28.4
🥈 2nd Place: Andro Sphinx – 3:28.2

📺 You can check the winning runs
Wolfye: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVQWFIZ7xrE
Andro Sphinx: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLYy0KX76Tc

[h2]🛠️ Devlogs and Updates[/h2]
We also kicked off our Developer Log series this month to share insights into how Bullet Noir is built and balanced.

[h3]Devlog #1 covered the core design philosophy and what makes Bullet Noir’s combat tick[/h3]
https://steamcommunity.com/games/3204960/announcements/detail/521961040610590868

[h3]Devlog #2 explored the two game modes: Standard and Hardcore, and how they cater to different playstyles[/h3]
https://steamcommunity.com/games/3204960/announcements/detail/521962942830215363

More devlogs are on the way soon.


That wraps up a huge first month for Bullet Noir. We’re already working on new updates, community features, and more events for May. Thanks again for being part of the journey and we’ll see you in the shadows.

[h2]🔗 Play Bullet Noir on Steam[/h2]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3204960/Bullet_Noir/

[h2]Our first Early Access update for Bullet Noir is live! [/h2]

[h3]Here’s what’s new under the flickering streetlights and constant rain:[/h3]

• Arcade Mode is now unlocked for the Doctor. It's time to test your skills.
  
• Cinematics have been sharpened with new voice-overs and richer visuals, pulling you deeper into the shadows.
  
• A new Mini-Boss prowls the alleys: a fast-moving, close-quarters bruiser. Drop them with 2 pistol shots, 1 shotgun blast, or a melee strike... if you’re quick enough.
  
• Loading Screen Tips were added to keep you sharp between runs.
  
• The Menu and Score Screen got a fresh coat of paint: slicker, sharper, and ready for business.
  

[h3]Thank you for playing and supporting us! Stay tuned, more updates are on the way! [/h3]

[h3]Buy or wishlist now:[/h3]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3204960/Bullet_Noir/

Our first Speedrun Event has officially wrapped up, and we were blown away by the talent and precision on display. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped bring the event to life.

🏆 1st Place: Wolfye with an impressive 2:28.4
🥈 2nd Place: Andro Sphinx clocking in at 3:28.2

Huge congratulations to both of you for those incredible runs. Your skill and style truly embodied the spirit of Bullet Noir.

[h3]🖥️ You can check the winning runs:[/h3]
Wolfye: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVQWFIZ7xrE
Andro Sphinx: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLYy0KX76Tchttps://youtu.be/QLYy0KX76Tc

Big thanks to everyone who took part, submitted clips, or just cheered others on. This community continues to impress, and we can’t wait to run more events in the future.

Winners will be contacted shortly to receive their prizes.

Stay sharp, and stay tuned.

In the mean time if you want to practice for the next one, Bullet Noir Demo is out now!


https://store.steampowered.com/app/3204960/Bullet_Noir/

Our second devlog dives into the two difficulty options available in Bullet Noir.

Standard Mode is for those who enjoy a challenge without the intensity turned up to 11. It’s tough, but with a bit of grit and determination, most players will be able to make it through.

Hardcore Mode, on the other hand, is for those seeking a brutal, unforgiving experience. Enemies hit harder, timing is tighter, and mistakes are deadly. Perfect for players who live for high-stakes action.

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Whether you’re here to enjoy the story or test your reflexes and strategy, Bullet Noir gives you the freedom to choose how deep you want to go.

🎁 Don’t forget – we’re celebrating Bullet Noir’s Early Access launch with two exciting events:

• [h3]Speedrun Contest[/h3]
  Put your skills to the test and compete for prizes by completing the demo in record time. Top placements and unlucky moments both have a shot at earning rewards!
  https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/3204960/view/640181878351988028?l=english
  
  
• [h3]We're also running a Gleam Giveaway ![/h3]
  Earn entries for a chance to win a Bullet Noir's Early Access Steam Game Key.
  
  

Wishlist Bullet Noir on Steam and check out the demo if you haven’t already!
👉 https://store.steampowered.com/app/3204960/Bullet_Noir/

Think you’ve got what it takes to blaze through Bullet Noir’s demo faster than anyone else? We’re kicking off our first ever community speedrun challenge, and we’ve got prizes, and vanity Discord roles!

[h3]🕑 Event Details:[/h3]
Start: April 16 - 7:00 PM Central Europe Standard Time
End: April 23 - 7:00 PM Central Europe Standard Time

[h3]🎁 Prizes:[/h3]
🥇 1st Place – €15 Steam Card + 1 Bullet Noir Key
🥈 2nd Place – 1 Bullet Noir Key
🥉 3rd Place – €5 Steam Card
🎖 Bonus – “Unluckiest Moment” earns a custom Discord role! Post your most tragic/funny fails and we might feature them!

[h3]✏ Rules:[/h3]

• Single Segment Speedrun (1 continuous recording from start to finish of the demo)
  
• No Splicing, No Cuts, No Edits
  
• Submit your YouTube video link in Discord Event Channel
  
• Must include Bullet Noir in the title
  
• Video Tag must tag Wolcen Studio's youtube account
  
• Must be a public upload (we want to showcase your brilliance!)
  
• Include the final completion time in your message
  
• Winners will receive a special vanity role on Discord

Disclaimer: By submitting, you agree that Wolcen Studio may feature your video on our socials and official pages

[h3]💥 The “Unluckiest Moment” Bonus:[/h3]
Post your biggest fails, glitches, or chaotic moments from the demo! While not part of the main competition, we’ll reward the most hilariously unfortunate player with a unique Discord role just for fun 😅

[h3]We're also running a Gleam Giveaway ![/h3]
Earn entries for a chance to win a Bullet Noir's Early Access Steam Game Key.


Wishlist Bullet Noir on Steam and check out the demo if you haven’t already!
👉 https://store.steampowered.com/app/3204960/Bullet_Noir/