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small hotfix for cleansing uncursed consumables removes them from inventory

Hey,
This is a small update fixing an issue where attempting to cleanse uncursed consumables at Arabelle would remove them from inventory.
Bartek

0.19.5c more config options on Steam Deck

Hey,
This small update adds the possibility to bind typical weapon skills in the controls menu on Steam Deck.
It also fixes:
* a small bug where NPCs would not say their "thank you" lines after you buy/craft something from them.
* a small bug where the "your gold" label would not update as you are buying items
Bartek

Added a small delay before action wheel resets

Hey,
Added a small delay (1.2 sec) before action wheel resets if your left stick goes to neutral position.
Also disabled the possibility to bind [start] button to anything as it could cause a soft lock
Bartek

Small update fixing Steam toggles and additional buttons (L2/4/5 R2/4/5)

Hey all,
This small update adds more configurable options on Steam Deck and fixes L2/4/5 R2/4/5 not being assignable from game.
There was also a change to recommended controller layout, I am not sure if Steam updates it automatically. If the update does not enable triggers for you then please try go the Steam Deck setting for controller layouts, and reapply the official layout (just press 'X' when viewing it).

0.19 out!

Hey all,
Update 0.19 is live. Join Lost Flame's discord server if you are interested in following the game's development more closely, or just want to chat.

I have a clear plan towards 1.0 release, which will happen in 2025. Check here the major remaining work. There will be other things too, but this is the minimal 1.0. This doesn't mean that I will stop working on the game after release, however I've heard some concerns about the game being so long in early access and how it discourages some people from trying it out. I will also increase game's price few months before 1.0, so grab it while it's at current price:)

There are 2 major highlights of this update - improved UI (including steam deck support) and additional character voiceovers. Steam deck is a big thing for me, because this was a must have and, honestly, working on this was pretty boring:). There was quite a bit of testing required to make it decent, hope you enjoy it. Wrapping up NPC voice lines and working with voice actors to record them on the other hand was really exciting.

Improved UI and Steam deck support


This update includes out-of-the-box suport for steam deck, including reworked user interface for the console. Main differences are circular menu for using actions and accessing items that you can bind for quick-action, but there are also multiple smaller changes that improve the experience on Steam Deck.



Update also includes controller and key mapping configuration accessible from the in-game menu



I did playtesting on Steam Deck myself, but this feature was not tested more broadly, so please share any feedback you might have.

Update also includes configurable preferences how you want to handle some automatic actions, and autoexplore:



If you carry identified uncursed scrolls of enchant item, you can now use them from the item action menu



Voiceovers

This update includes almost 200 new recorded lines (something like 30 minutes of recorded voiceovers total) for NPCs such as Arabelle, smith, Brokbrog, and few smaller NPCs too.
Lines expand on lore and allow to uncover some of the secrets more naturally. The lines get triggered based on you progresssing in the game, and there is some randomness involved so not every line will be said on every playthrough.
There is still work happening on voiceovers as we speak - namely Violet Pepper lines and a completely new NPC - Lady Aveline.

Other small changes


[h2]QoL improvements[/h2]
  • the game now shows the specific shield value on the hp bar
  • added a timeout in Abysm armory that unlocks the door after some time has passed
  • added option to wield item with specific hand from inventory
  • spirit phial and wands will now show their charges in the quick action menu
  • you can now use mouse to equip items to specific slots in inventory by clicking them after selecting an item
  • items on the right side of inventory are interactable with mouse now
  • added confirmation pop up when trying to feed phial or square bottle to brokbrog
  • buying an item will no longer reset focus to first item


[h2]Bug fixes[/h2]
  • fixed single/two handed descriptions being shown in wrong order in item details
  • attempting to throw outside of range, or cancelling throwing no longer wastes time
  • centered the input for manual seed input
  • fixed swap weapons action sometimes messing up which item is in which hand
  • fixed leafbringer needing 2 hands to wield it
  • fixed a bunch of typos and spelling mistakes
  • shades that get summoned after killing one of the witches will disappear after some time
  • fixed swapping with allies with mouse sometimes making your character spend time doing nothing
  • fixed those few mob descriptions that are there displayed wrongly
  • fixed Amulet of Life Saving not granting you proper protection if you receive two deadly blows within one tick
  • fixed message log overlapping with chat on lower resolutions
  • fixed showing items through chat not working (CTRL+click)
  • fixed shield slam from big enemies pushing through walls (e.g. could happen during Calven fight)
  • fixed twilight boon being not usable when at 0 stamina, even though activating it does not cost stamina


Hope you have fun,
Bartek