Funguys Swarm News

[p]Hello Funguys![/p][p]Funguys Swarm 0.2 (Lava Jungle Update) is OUT NOW!
[/p][h2]What’s New:[/h2]

• [p]New Arena: Lava Jungle — Unlocks after Frozen Pond. Get ready for some heated battles.[/p]
• [p]Weapon Progression Revamp — Earn weapon cards every 3 levels, and choose powerful mutations every 12 levels to craft your ultimate weapon build fantasy).[/p]
• [p]New Weapon: Hornet Spike — Charge up and pierce multiple enemies with sharpshooter precision.[/p]
• [p]Mecha is Here! Introducing our first Mecha: Potato Bot — Fill the chaos bar to transform into a hot potato and wreak havoc on the Fire King’s minions.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Dive in and show the Fire King who’s boss![/p][p]
[/p][h2]Additional Gameplay Changes:[/h2]

• [p]Added the ability to re-spec Sanctuary Pond Upgrades.[/p]
• [p]Replaced old stat-based weapon upgrades with new, diverse weapon upgrade options.[/p]
• [p]Added base Critical Chance and Critical Damage to all weapons under the new Weapon Progression system.[/p]
• [p]Shields are now fully recharged when entering the boss room.[/p]
• [p]Encounter Seeker now treats multiple Encounters as selectable options. Choosing one will despawn all remaining Encounters.
  
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[h2]Skill Cards Rebalancing:[/h2][p][/p][h3]Dirty Bomb[/h3]

• [p]Now available for all ranged weapons.[/p][p][/p]

[h3]Earth Spike[/h3]

• [p]Removed from the game as a skill card due to the new Weapon Progression changes.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Eagle Claws[/h3]

• [p]Now available for all melee weapons.[/p]
• [p]Now deals skill damage instead of percentage of weapon damage.
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[h3]Flower Power[/h3]

• [p]Relocated to the generic pool under the new Weapon Progression update.
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[h3]Grape Barrage[/h3]

• [p]Removed from the game as a skill card due to the new Weapon Progression changes.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Whale Punch[/h3]

• [p]Now available for all melee weapons.[/p]
• [p]Increased damage from 18->28 to 24->34.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Whirlpool[/h3]

• [p]Increased damage from 18->26 to 24->32.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Enemies Rebalancing:[/h2][p][/p][h3]Mega Catfish[/h3]

• [p]Increased HP from 63k to 69k[/p]
• [p]Submerge_Rage's FinalAttack maxRadius is inscreased from 2500 to 3500[/p]
• [p]Spin_Rage projectile scale is increased from 1.0 to 1.5[/p]
• [p]Spin_Rage projectile speed is decreased from 3000 to 2000[/p]
• [p]Spin_Rage SpawnProjectile cooldown is increased from 0.2s to 0.35s[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Funguy Evolution Rebalancing:[/h2][p][/p][h3]Luckygill[/h3]

• [p]Now gives you 1 reroll token every 5 levels instead of every level.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Shieldshroom[/h3]

• [p]You now gain 1 shield per Elite killed instead of per Swarm (Retroactive).[/p]

[p][/p][h3]King Amanita[/h3]

• [p]Now spawn 2 HP drops around you everytime you skip Fireking's Offer.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Treeling Rebalancing:[/h2][p][/p][h3]Furiosy[/h3]

• [p]Decreased attack speed from 400% to 300% (with the new attack speed increase calculations).[/p]

[p] [/p][h2]Bug Fixes:[/h2]

• [p]Fixed cursor appears out of nowhere when using controller.[/p]
• [p]Fixed using banish on owned skill card results in blank skill card offers.[/p]
• [p]Fixed using reroll after banishing a card, now correctly readds 3 cards in level up offer.[/p]
• [p]Fixed rerolls sometimes show the same card again.[/p]
• [p]Enemies can no longer spawn on player's location.[/p]
• [p]Fixed the way Attack Speed Increased is calculated. Most of attack speed are unchanged but the values are different.[/p]
• [p]Fixed override auto-attack sometimes stuck.[/p]
• [p]Fixed various UI issues.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Thank you,[/p][p][/p][p]Stairway Games[/p][p]

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[p]HEYO! Welcome to the October 2025 Funguys Swarm Dev Update![/p][p]Our first major update: Lava Jungle is here, let’s go bananas!

But, before that, we would like to thank you all for this achievement. Funguys Swarm just hit an Overwhelmingly Positive review on Steam![/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][p]This time, we'll show you a more detailed view of the Lava Jungle, a more in-depth explanation of the new revamped weapon system, and our very first Mecha![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Lava Jungle Arena is our hottest and most difficult level yet. The area is filled with pools of lava, where one wrong step will mean taking damage.[/p][p][/p][h3]Hazard: Hot Lava[/h3][p]\[This floor is literally lava][/p][p][/p][p]Standing in the lava will make your character glow red, and after a brief delay, you’ll start taking damage. Better save that dash while avoiding enemies, hah![/p][p][/p][h3]Enemies 1: Volcana[/h3][p]
\[Careful—this one’s on a molten mood swing.][/p][p][/p][h3]Enemies 2: Headbutter[/h3][p]\[Head first, questions never][/p][p][/p][h3]Enemies 3: Cave Bomber[/h3][p]
\[Brings the party… and the aftermath.][/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][p]\[Boom boom, keep shooting and feel the powahhh][/p][p][/p][p]Lava Jungle hard? Don't worry! We gotchu fam.[/p][p][/p][p]Introducing Potato Bot, a powerful mecha bot that is unlocked once you unlock Lava Jungle Arena. You can jump while piloting Potato Bot and can shoot exploding potato bombs. Once the blue bar is charged, it will release a special attack.[/p][p][/p][h3]Charge the bar:[/h3][p]
There are 3 mecha charge bars. The bar charges automatically over time but fills faster as you defeat more enemies.[/p][p][/p][p]Once at least one bar is charged, you can press the "Call Mecha" button to transform into Potato Bot. If you save up and charge multiple bars at once you get a bonus duration so you can stay in Potato Bot longer.[/p][p][/p][h3]Release the Ultimate Attack:[/h3][p]
\[That’s what I call a smash potato!][/p][p][/p][p]As you deal more damage to enemies, you’ll notice the blue bar filling up. This is the ultimate attack bar. Fill it up, and once it’s full, press the button to unleash the ultimate attack and cause absolute mayhem![/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][p]\[Sharp, stylish, and straight to the point—meet the Hornet Spike.][/p][p]Hornet Spike is a weapon for sharpshooter players. You can charge the Hornet to release a spike that travels farther than a normal one. All spikes pierce through enemies, allowing you to damage multiple foes at once, perfect for lined-up packs![/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][p]We’ve reworked our weapon system! Now, every 3 levels, you can pick a Weapon Card to level up your weapon, and every 12 levels, you can choose a Weapon Mutation.[/p][p][/p][h3]How to mutate your weapons:[/h3][p][/p][p]Every 3 levels, you will be able to pick a weapon card augment. Each weapon card augment can have a rarity of Common, Rare, or Epic. Higher rarities provide stronger stat upgrades.[/p][p]
[/p][p]Every 12 levels, you will be able to pick a weapon mutation.[/p][p]\[Gotta be, gotta be golden][/p][p][/p][p]A weapon mutation is a powerful skill that lets you strengthen your playstyle. We’ve added 10 mutations for each weapon, allowing you to explore the many different possibilities offered by the new Weapon Card system.[/p][p][/p][h3]What mutating weapons means for your run:[/h3][p][/p][p]Weapon Cards add variety and replayability to each run. You can create a build that relies on attack speed, or one that focuses on attack damage.[/p][p][/p][p]Each build relies on the augments and mutations to strengthen a particular playstyle.[/p][p]We hope this adds even more variation to each run.[/p][p][/p][p]That’s all for now, folks! Next time we’ll be showing off:[/p]

1. [p]The next clucky arena.[/p]
2. [p]Debuff Mutations and how to use them.[/p]
3. [p]and many more![/p][p][/p]

[p]Thank you,[/p][p]Stairway Games[/p][p]

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[p][/p][p]HEYO! Welcome to the September 2025 Funguys Swarm Dev Update! [/p][p]First, we want to thank everyone for the support you've shown during our Early Access Launch! We had a good launch, and we really want to thank everyone for it![/p][p]
This month, we'll be talking about Ersa and her skills, dive into the Sanctuary, and showcasing our second arena, the Frozen Pond. We’ll also give you a peek at what’s coming next, and wrap it all up with a surprise drop at the end.[/p][p][/p][h2]Early Access Launch Progress[/h2][p][/p][p]Our Early Access launch went great Over 400 reviews so far and sitting at a shiny 96% “Very Positive”![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Huge thanks for all the feedback — the good, the bad, and the weird. We’re taking it all in and already working on improvements.[/p][p][/p][h2]Re-introducing Ersa[/h2][p][/p][p]\[Cute dance, Ersa!][/p][p][/p][p]Meet Ersa, our little dewdrop hero. She’s squishier than Shroomba, but makes up for it with two regenerating shields! Take a hit, lose a shield, and watch it grow back while you keep fighting.[/p][p][/p][p]Character Special Skills: Stinky Trail[/p][p][/p][p]\[Stinky Minky][/p][p][/p][h2]Arena Showcase: Frozen Pond[/h2][p][/p][h2][/h2][p]Brrrr… this used to be a cozy pond, but now it’s an ice rink of chaos. Slippery floors, frozen fish charging at you like torpedoes — try not to wipe out while you skate for your life![/p][p][/p][p]Enemy 1: Slider[/p][p]\[Fast. Slippery. Slightly smug][/p][p][/p][p]Enemy 2: Big Whale[/p][p]\[Heavy Ho][/p][p][/p][h2]What we've been working on: [/h2][p][/p][p]We’ve been cooking up a new arena, a shiny new weapon system, and… something electric. Here’s a little sneak peek:[/p][p][/p][h2]Arena Showcase: Lava Jungle[/h2][p][/p][h2][/h2][p]Watch your step! The Lava Jungle’s crawling with wild creatures, juicy fruits, giant bones, and oh yeah… lava that’s hotter than the Fire King himself![/p][p][/p][h2]Beep Bop Ze-ep[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]Something electric is coming (and slightly starchy)[/p][p][/p][h2]What is new this month:[/h2][p][/p][p]We’ve heard you love the tunes, so we’re dropping the Funguys Swarm soundtrack! Snag it in MP3 or FLAC for crisp beats.[/p][p][/p][p]Our favorite tunes:
Have a listen to our team's favorite, Bossa de Shroomba:
Stream Bossa de Shroomba by Funguys Swarm | Listen online for free on SoundCloud Can you guess where this plays in the game?

How to get it:[/p]

• [p]The soundtrack will launch at USD $1.99. You can get them by clicking the image below[/p]

[p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]This first release includes 10 songs — and we’ll keep adding more as the world of Funguys Swarm keeps growing![/p][p][/p][p]If you haven't got the game, you can also get the bundle to get both and the game with an added 10% discount here:[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]What is next?[/h2][p]That’s all for now, folks! Next time we’ll be showing off:[/p]

1. [p]A complete showing of Lava Arena. [/p]
2. [p]In depth explanation of the new revamped weapon system. [/p]
3. [p]Who is this electric fella? [/p]
4. [p]and many more![/p][p][/p]

[p][/p][p]Thank you, [/p][p]Stairway Games[/p]

[p]Hi Funguys,[/p][p][/p][p]We’re addressing some of the feedback and bugs found by the community in this update.[/p][p][/p][p]Community Feedback Changes:[/p]

• [p]Winning a Run no longer removes your current Fire Curse (THE FIRE KING THANKS YOU FOR YOUR LOYALTY).[/p]
• [p]Rerolling Skills and Mutations can no longer show the same option.[/p][p][/p]

[p]Bugs You Helped Us Catch:[/p]

• [p]Fixed rerolling Dew at max level resulting in a blank Skill Card offer.[/p]
• [p]Fixed equipped Pet icon sometimes not appearing correctly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Keybind Hint sometimes not appearing correctly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Douse Dew quest appearing when the player has no Fire Curse.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Chestnut from Elites sometimes dropping inside a building.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Soulboom: Sweet Release not dealing damage on dash.[/p]
• [p]Fixed inability to move the cursor in the Shroomshop when using a controller.[/p]
• [p]Fixed locking Dew at max level resulting in a UI softlock.[/p]

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General Bug Fixes:[/p]

• [p]Fixed various VFX & SFX issues.[/p]
• [p]Fixed various UI issues.[/p][p][/p]

[p]✨ Thanks to all your feedback and bug reports, Funguys Swarm keeps getting better with every update. Keep the feedback coming — together we’ll keep making the game even juicier! 🍄💥[/p][p]— Stairway Games[/p][p][/p]

[p]Heya All,[/p][p]The wait is over—Funguys Swarm Early Access is LIVE![/p][p]$4.99[/p][p][/p][p]Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3371770/Funguys_Swarm/[/p][p]Epic Games Store: https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/funguys-swarm-1f96a8[/p][p][/p][p]Huge thanks to everyone who played the demo and shared feedback—your support has been incredible. You’ve not only helped shape the game, but also fueled our fight against the Fire King’s fiery minions. And of course, to the entire Funguys Swarm team: we made it to Early Access! That’s huge. Congrats and thank you for the hard work![/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Hope you enjoy it! What do you all think? Let us know![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Here’s what’s waiting for you in Early Access:[/p]

• [p]2 cute characters: You know Shroomba, now meet Ersa (new)![/p]
• [p]2 biomes: Carrot Farm & Frozen Pond (new) ❄️[/p]
• [p]3 weapons: Throwing Grapes, Watermelon Axe, and Garlic Hammer (new)[/p]
• [p]Loads of wacky skills (Only one way to find out!).[/p]

[p][/p][p]\[Hi Ersa!][/p][p][/p][p]And this is just the beginning—more updates, characters, and biomes are coming in future patches.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]To celebrate the launch, we’re teaming up with our friends at Coral Island for a special collaboration![/p][p][/p][p]Every purchase of Funguys Swarm comes with a code you can redeem in Coral Island for:[/p]

• [p]Fungarian Outfit[/p]
• [p]Fungarian Chest & Crafting Recipe[/p]
• [p]Mythical Pet Outfit: Rusdy 🐕✨[/p][p][/p]

[p]Redemption details in the FAQ below.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]\[Just five bucks gets you a wild bullet-hell adventure and exclusive Coral Island goodies. Best deal since sliced bread (my momsaid so).][/p][p][/p][p][/p]

FAQ

[p][/p][p]Q: Will the progress I made in the demo be passed to the game, or is it a reset?[/p][p]A:  All progress will be carried over. Every currency is refunded (such as Shroom, Dew, and Shard). Skills that are unlocked in the Demo will be unlocked in EA right away.[/p][p][/p][p]Q: Will there be achievement?[/p][p]A: Not yet in Early Access! But there will be achievements in v1.0![/p][p][/p][p]Q: How much does the game cost?[/p][p]A: At the time of Early Access launch, the suggested retail price of Funguys Swarm will be $4.99.
[/p][p]Q: Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?[/p][p]A: The price won’t increase during Early Access. For 1.0, the price may increase, but we’re not sure about that yet.
[/p][p]Q: How long is Funguys Swarm going to be in Early Access?[/p][p]A: Funguys Swarm will remain in Early Access until we feel confident in the amount of content and overall polish the game delivers. We expect this stage to last around a year, though it may take longer based on player feedback. Keep an eye on our roadmap for updates![/p][p][/p][p]Q: How do I report bugs or give feedback?[/p][p]A: In-game, you can select ‘Feedback’ in the Options Menu to report bugs or give feedback that will be sent directly to the development team. You can also share your feedback in the Stairway Games Discord.[/p][p] [/p][p]Q: What about localization?[/p][p]A: Great news! Funguys Swarm is out in Early Access with full support for:[/p]

• [p]English[/p]
• [p]Simplified Chinese[/p]
• [p]Bahasa Indonesia[/p]
• [p]German[/p]
• [p]Spanish[/p]
• [p]Korean[/p]

[p]We’ll continue to improve localization quality and may add more languages depending on how the game is doing.
[/p][p]Q: What kind of updates are planned for Funguys Swarm?[/p][p]A: We plan to incorporate new areas to explore, characters to play, more things to do, and more customization options. We’ve put together a roadmap to give you a rough idea of what to expect![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Q: What are the PC requirements for Funguys Swarm?[/p][p]A:[/p][p]Minimum Specifications:[/p][p]OS: Windows 10 64-bit[/p][p]Processor: Intel I3-7100 or equivalent[/p][p]Memory: 4 GB RAM[/p][p]Graphics: Nvidia GTX 960[/p][p]Details: Low 720p@30fps experience[/p][p][/p][p]Recommended Specifications:[/p][p]OS: Windows 10 64-bit[/p][p]Processor: Intel I7-8700K or equivalent[/p][p]Memory: 8 GB RAM[/p][p]Graphics: Nvidia RTX 2060[/p][p]Details: High 1080p@60fps experience[/p][p]
[/p][p]Q: What about controller support?[/p][p]A: Yes! Funguys Swarm supports controllers.[/p][p][/p][p]Q: Can I play Funguys Swarm on Steamdeck?[/p][p]A: Yes! The game isn’t Steam Deck Verified yet, but we’ve thoroughly tested it and it runs well on Steam Deck![/p][p][/p][p]Q: How do you redeem the Coral Island goodies?[/p][p]A: You can redeem it by following the instructions below[/p]

• [p]Click the Coral Island Crossover button at the bottom right corner.[/p][p][/p]

• [p]Generate the code and copy it. Then click Open Coral Island to launch the game.
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• [p]Click the Meet Rusdy! button at the bottom right corner.[/p][p][/p]
• [p]Paste the code and click Redeem.[/p][p][/p]

[p][/p][p]Q: How do I stay up-to-date on Funguys Swarm's development?[/p][p]A: The best way to follow Funguys Swarm’s development is through our daily dev diary on Discord. You’ll also find links there to our dev blogs, where we share more detailed updates. Join us on Discord and be part of the journey![/p][p][/p][p]Discord server: https://discord.gg/stairway[/p][p]X (ex-Twitter): https://x.com/Funguys_Swarm[/p][p]Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funguys_swarm/[/p][p]
[/p][p]Q: How can I contact support?[/p][p]A: For help, please email us at [email protected]. Or, hop into our Discord— one of our community managers will be around. Feel free to tag them or send a DM![/p][p][/p][h2]Ready to Join the Fight?[/h2][p]Help Shroomba and Ersa take on the Fire King and (hopefully) save the forest![/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]\[Play Funguys Swarm Early Access Now!][/p][p][/p][p]Thank you,[/p][p]Stairway Games

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