Lootbane News

[p][/p][p]Hey everyone 👋[/p][p]I’ve pushed a small update to the demo that fixes various reported bugs and introduces the first batch of Name-in-Game supporters - their names are now part of the world of Lootbane.[/p][p]I just want to say a huge, heartfelt thank you to everyone who has played the demo, is still playing, and taking the time to share thoughts and feedback. [/p][p]Watching you experiment with builds, discover interactions, report bugs, suggest ideas and simply spend time in this world is honestly incredible to see. It means more than I can properly put into words and it directly shapes what Lootbane becomes ːwinter2019happysnowmanː [/p][p]More improvements are coming - thank you again for being part of this journey ❤️[/p][p][/p][p]Milo Panta[/p][p][/p]

[p][/p][p]Hey everyone👋 [/p][p]Steam Next Fest is starting and Lootbane is in with a brand-new demo. I’m honestly really excited and a bit nervous to finally share this version with you.[/p][p]I’d truly love to hear your thoughts on all the new changes. Your feedback has shaped the game every step of the way and it wouldn’t be possible to bring Lootbane to this point without you.[/p][p]Thank you to everyone who played, shared feedback and supported the game - it really means a lot to me ːccheartː[/p][h2]Play Next Fest Demo Now:[/h2][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]Lootbane is a risk-driven, loot-heavy ARPG built around build experimentation, synergy stacking, and high-stakes dungeon runs - where greed can lead to legendary rewards… or losing everything.
[/p][h2]Watch the Steam Next Fest Trailer[/h2][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h3][/h3][h2]What’s new in the Next Fest Demo[/h2]

• [p]Improved visuals & audio - new animations, effects, particles, sounds, and overall polish to make combat feel punchier and clearer.[/p]
• [p]New Synergy Tree - deeper build paths and more rewarding interactions between heroes, followers, and abilities.[/p]
• [p]Expanded abilities & deeper synergies - abilities now appear across different levels with improved descriptions, stronger interactions, and more meaningful combinations.[/p]
• [p]Meta progression - unlock starting stats and abilities for each new hero by reaching milestones and earning permanent bonuses across runs.[/p]
• [p]Dungeon modifiers & new challenges - modifiers, elite enemies, mini-bosses, and new encounters for more variety and higher stakes.[/p]
• [p]New overworld content - additional events, encounters, and a new coin mini-game in the city.[/p]
• [p]UI & UX improvements - clearer hero selection, better ability visibility, improved merging flow, and overall readability.[/p]
• [p]And more - desert act improvements, refined item drops, follower improvements, merge indicators with drag-and-drop flow, boss drop reworks, a name-in-game event, and lots of smaller polish tweaks.[/p]

[p][/p][p]If you play the demo, I’d love to hear what you think. Your feedback directly shapes the game - especially around balance, build variety and the new systems. [/p][p][/p][h3]Join the Community[/h3][p]Lootbane is a community-driven game and your thoughts genuinely matter![/p][p]Join the official Discord server to share feedback, discuss builds, or hang out with fellow adventurers.[/p][p] [/p][p]Thank you for playing - and good luck pushing deeper! ːccheartː
[/p][p]Milo Panta [/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[p][/p][p]Hey everyone👋 [/p][p]Thanks a lot for playing the demo and sending feedback - it really helps shape the game![/p][p][/p][h2]Here’s what’s new in v0.3:[/h2]

• [p]Fonts are now larger - first step toward Steam Deck support.[/p]
• [p]Clicking the trashcan now opens a larger trash area to prevent accidental misclicks. You can also drag & drop items directly onto it.[/p]
• [p]The hero is now shown as an icon like followers. This is temporary while more weapon types are added (bows, wands, spellbooks, quivers, etc).[/p]
• [p]Combat feels more lively: monsters move toward the hero, followers now have attack animations, and there are more effects overall.[/p]
• [p]When creating a hero, you can now choose how many lives you start with: Unlimited, 3, or 1 (Roguelike).[/p]
• [p]Hover tooltips now show more detailed stat information, such as % gained per stat point, current dodge %, and current attack speed.[/p]
• [p]Added a new item rarity: items now start at Common instead of Uncommon.[/p]
• [p]Later-level items now have lower maximum stat values, so level 5 items won’t spike as hard.[/p]
• [p]Inventory expanded with 4 extra slots.[/p]
• [p]First reroll when choosing a new stat is free.[/p]
• [p]Combat log added inside dungeons (check bottom-right icon).[/p]
• [p]Bank now supports entering custom amounts when depositing or withdrawing.[/p]
• [p]There is now a proper chest that contains random loot.[/p]
• [p]The first zone’s available events have been adjusted.[/p]
• [p]Overworld map visuals updated.[/p]
• [p]UI received small polish passes across multiple screens.[/p]
• [p]Experimental system: item merging now ignores item level (e.g. level 1 + level 3). This will stay for v0.3 and v0.4 for feedback before deciding if it becomes permanent.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Thanks again for playing - keep the feedback coming and enjoy the new update![/p][p][/p][h3]Join the Community[/h3][p]Lootbane is a community-driven game, and your thoughts genuinely matter. [/p][p]Join the official Discord server to share feedback, discuss builds, or simply hang out with fellow adventurers. [/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for playing, and good luck pushing deeper![/p][p][/p][p]Milo Panta[/p][p][/p]

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Hey everyone👋 [/p][p]First of all - thank you all so much. Seeing so many players jump into the demo, push builds, break systems, and actually care enough to send feedback… that’s honestly incredible. As a solo dev, this level of support means everything.

Huge thanks especially for your feedback - this update exists because of it.[/p][p]
This is Demo v0.25, focused on clarity, balance, and making decisions feel sharper and more readable, without removing the danger to test your greed.[/p][p][/p][h3]What’s new in v0.25[/h3]

• [p]New stats & abilities now unlock at levels 3 / 6 / 9 / 12
  Progression should feel more structured and rewarding as you go deeper.[/p]
• [p]Hover tooltips now calculate damage, targets, and cooldowns
  You can actually see what a stat or ability will do before committing.[/p]
• [p]Dungeons are now rarer They usually appear after several normal moves, making them feel more special - and more dangerous.[/p]
• [p]Follower class restriction
  You can now only have one follower per class (no double Warriors, for example). This pushes more interesting team decisions.[/p]
• [p]Item merging preview
  When merging items, you’ll now see what you can potentially get.[/p]
• [p]Dungeon progress shows numbers instead of a bar
  Clearer, more precise feedback on how deep you really are.[/p]
• [p]Forest zone difficulty reduced
  Early game should now be smoother and less punishing.[/p]
• [p]Combat interactions updated[/p]
  • [p]Cleave can now trigger Lifesteal[/p]
  • [p]Multistrike can now trigger Cleave[/p]
• [p]Removed one music track
  It caused issues for streamers - this one’s gone.
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[p]Lootbane is getting better because of you.[/p][p][/p][p]If you haven’t tried the demo yet - now’s a great time. [/p][p]If you already did - please keep the feedback coming ❤️[/p][p][/p][p]You can continue playing with your existing hero, but due to progression and balance changes, starting a fresh run is highly recommended for the best experience.[/p][p][/p][h3]Join the Community[/h3][p]Lootbane is a community-driven game, and your thoughts genuinely matter. [/p][p]Join the official Discord server to share feedback, discuss builds, or simply hang out with fellow adventurers. [/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for playing, and good luck pushing deeper![/p][p][/p][p]Milo Panta[/p][p][/p]

[p][/p][p]Hey folks, I’m so happy to finally release the first public demo of Lootbane![/p][p][/p][p]It's happening thanks to your feedback from the initial playtest - every message, bug report, suggestion, and bit of support helped shape this version. I thank you once again![/p][p] [/p][p]What’s included in the Demo:[/p]

• [p]The Warrior - one of four playable classes[/p]
• [p]The first two regions: Forest Lands and Desert Lands[/p]
• [p]A wide variety of loot, followers, powers, and synergies[/p]
• [p]Challenging enemies and bosses[/p]
• [p]The city hub - sell items, stash gear, and deposit gold before your next run [/p]
• [p]Each run is built around risk and reward. The deeper you go, the more gold and better loot you can earn - but enemies scale fast, and death wipes everything you’re carrying. [/p]

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Playtest-Driven Improvements[/h3][p]This demo is the result of the first public playtest. Based on your feedback, I’ve improved pacing, added new content, adjusted balance, and made key systems easier to read - even if the decisions themselves are harder to make. [/p][p]Seeing players break builds, push dungeon depth, and share what worked (and what didn’t) has been incredibly helpful.[/p][p][/p][h3]Play the Demo:[/h3][h3][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/h3][h3]Wishlist Now:[/h3][h3][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/h3][h3]Join the Community[/h3][p]Lootbane is a community-driven game, and your thoughts genuinely matter. [/p][p]Join the official Discord server to share feedback, discuss builds, or simply hang out with fellow adventurers. [/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for playing - and good luck pushing deeper.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Milo Panta ːccheartː[/p]