Glassbreakers: Champions of Moss News

[p]Hello Breakers, and welcome to Patch 2! While the last update focused on matchmaking, this update aims to tackle some of the balance feedback you have had as well as improving several crash issues to address stability. Read on! [/p][p]We’re introducing support for direct matches against another player or team, no party join required. This opens the door for 2v2 challenges, which we’re really excited about. Here’s how it works: before starting your match search, you’ll enter a unique “lobby code.” Any player or team using the same code will be matched with you.[/p][p]

[/p][p]You may now select “Random Map” on any Game Mode that supports map selection![/p][h3]Sahima[/h3]

• [p]Reduced Charged Chakram bounce speed to allow players more time to react.[/p]
• [p]Increased cooldown on Charged Chakram.[/p]

[p]Sahima has been overperforming thanks to Charged Chakram, so we’re making some adjustments to give her opponents room to respond. Chakram bounce speed has been slowed and the cooldown has been increased to bring her in line with other Champions.[/p][h3]Barnard[/h3]

• [p]Reduced burn damage on Radiant Blast.[/p]

[p]Barnard has been a bit too dominant in fights, so we’re toning down his Radiant Blast while keeping his poke identity intact. The burn on Radiant Blast has been reduced, giving squishier Champions more opportunities to escape, heal, or stay in the fight a little longer.[/p][h3]Mojo[/h3]

• [p]Reduced base damage on Free Hugs.[/p]

[p]Mojo’s Free Hugs damage is currently providing both damage and utility, so we’re bringing the damage down to compensate for the utility it provides.[/p][h3]Naji[/h3]

• [p]Increased Execute’s window in Naji’s Strike.[/p]

[p]We’re expanding the execution window for Naji’s Strike to give it more impact. This should give Naji more opportunities to showcase his power and secure knock-outs.[/p][h3]Rees[/h3]

• [p]Increased Rees’ base health and damage.[/p]

[p]The little cleric is a bit too reliant on healing early in the match, so we’re adjusting his base health and damage.[/p][h3]Gwen[/h3]

• [p]Gwen now mitigates more damage redirected to her during King’s Protection.[/p]
• [p]Reduced cooldown on King’s Protection to be more in-line with other tanks.[/p]

[p]Gwen is currently underperforming compared to other tanks, so we’re making some adjustments to King’s Protection to give her more presence in fights.[/p][h3]Vendrix[/h3]

• [p]Slightly increased base auto attack damage.[/p]

[p]Vendrix is struggling before Torrent of Flame comes online, so we’re giving him a small boost.[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue in the Spectator UI where the Swaystone arrow would not display correctly after being destroyed.[/p]
• [p]Addressed several crash issues to improve overall stability.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where a KO’d Champion could block a cell until they respawned.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue that caused the wrong emblem to appear on the hourglass banner flag when playing with two players on the same team.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where Bronze 3 rank was incorrectly shown as Bronze 1 to the player.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where AI opponents were always displayed as Bronze 1.[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]For a limited time, you can claim a Santa’s Mouse Gift for free! This reward brings a festive flair straight from the mouse who makes spirits bright. Unwrap this exclusive banner and emblem set to bring a touch of cheer (and legend) to every match this holiday. 🎄 🎁 ✨ [/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Details:[/p]

• [p]Claim the Santa’s Mouse Gift 🎀 for free![/p]
• [p]Once redeemed, you will find it in your inventory.[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Thanks for being a part of the Glassbreakers community! We hope you are having a safe and festive start to your holiday season.
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[p]Hello Breakers, and welcome to the first Glassbreakers patch! We have been keeping a close eye on your feedback about matchmaking, balance, and progression since Glassbreakers released a couple weeks ago. Today, we are taking the first step in addressing some of the concerns you’ve had around finding Ranked matches against other players. Let’s get right into it.[/p][p][/p][h2]Matchmaking[/h2][p]Since launch, one of the primary pieces of feedback we’ve heard from some of you is that getting into Ranked matches with other players can be a challenge. While we feel that having a bot fallback system in place is important to keep matches flowing and queue times low, we also recognize that it needs some fine-tuning to better serve the competitive community. This is why we’re introducing adjustments to how these bot fallback rules are applied.[/p][p][/p][p]As your rank increases, matchmaking will now spend a little more time searching for a worthy opponent for you to match against. This means newer players will be able to jump into matches quickly and start building experience, while higher-ranked players will still find competitive games that reflect their skill level. Each rank adds a small amount of time to your queue while loosening restrictions on who you can be matched with. These changes should improve the experience for players who are just starting out as well as those who are at higher ranks.[/p][p][/p][p]This is our first step towards improving matchmaking, and we will continue to refine it with your feedback. Please continue sharing your experiences in Discord - we are committed to making Ranked a fun, rewarding experience, regardless of what skill level you’re currently at.[/p][p][/p][h3]Matchmaking Changes[/h3]

• [p]The time you spend waiting in queue before being placed into a bot match has been increased. [/p]
• [p]Match ranges have been expanded at higher ranks to improve queue times.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Creator Tools[/h2][p]Over the course of development, we dug deep into the biggest pain points confronting creators when streaming VR games to their communities. What we found was that unlike flat games, VR can create cybersickness for some viewers; spectate cameras are often lacking; viewers can struggle to understand what is going on; and setups can be complex and challenging to navigate while in a headset. The very things that make VR such a unique experience become a detriment when it comes to content creation.[/p][p]
So for Patch 1, we are thrilled to announce the addition of Streamer Tools. Here is a brief overview of some of the tools you can enable when playing on PCVR/SteamVR:[/p]

• [p]Smooth first-person POV for an easier-to-watch perspective.[/p]
• [p]A new spectator overlay UI to show match stats.[/p]
• [p]Custom spectator camera placements in both the Lobby and match.[/p]
• [p]Cycling camera controls supported via WebUI, controllers, and the Elgato Stream Deck.[/p]

[p]For more information on how to enable and utilize Streamer Tools, please visit our handy dandy guide here. [/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed an issue where group move had an unintended offset.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where Djain could not target Glass/Sway stone with his ability.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where double-tapping a champion with a move input would trigger their ability.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where no cancel button appeared when confirming to leave a party.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a visual issue where AI in ranked matches would equip gear but no icon appeared on the champion that received the gear.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where no audio played when using Virtual Desktop.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the store button did not animate correctly in the lobby.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where mastery progress was not saved if a player crashed when returning to the lobby.[/p]
• [p]Added tutorial text for opening the pause menu while playing on Steam.[/p]
• [p]Fixed readability issues with text in non-English languages.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where AI could equip unreleased cosmetic items.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where AI bots did not display a rank reflective of the player in fallback matchmaking.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where players could get stuck on a black screen during the pre-match transition.[/p]
• [p]Applied minor art fixes to banners (removed placeholder crests, adjusted meshes that were clipping into other elements, etc.).[/p]
• [p]Increased the resolution of UI art shown on the settings panels for various game modes.[/p]
• [p]Fixed alignment of masks on the mask spindle and display dummy.[/p]
• [p]Fixed localized text sizing issues across various languages.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the icon used for “pinch and drag up” commands in hand-tracking controls was misaligned with the sliding track.[/p]
• [p]Improved the group move portion of the tutorial.[/p]
• [p]Improved wording for the group move in Apple Vision Pro tutorials.[/p]
• [p]Improved wording and visuals for opening the pause menu in the Apple Vision Pro tutorial.[/p]
• [p]Improved messaging when a player attempts to play Apple Vision Pro with Hand Tracking disabled.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug that could disable Apple Vision Pro Hand Tracking gesture detection in certain circumstances.[/p]

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As always, we are reading your feedback and experiences, so do not hesitate to drop your thoughts into our Discord. Thank you all for your continued passion and commitment. We’ll see you in the Arena.[/p][p]
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[p]Snuggle up, Squad! Today, we’re launching Glassbreakers, Polyarc’s most ambitious project yet. Glassbreakers is a fast-paced, tactile, competitive strategy game set within the enchanting world of Moss. Whether you played during Early Access and Open Beta or you’ve never heard of Glassbreakers until now, we are glad you’re here. For a limited time, you can pick up Glassbreakers for 20% off. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]About Glassbreakers[/h2][p]Glassbreakers is a competitive VR action-strategy game set in the enchanting world of Moss. Players assemble squads from a dynamic roster of 12 fantastical Champions and battle across four immersive, strategically distinct arenas in real-time 1v1 or 2v2 matches where every move matters. Designed for short jump-in-jump-out sessions toward long-term mastery, Glassbreakers blends tactical depth with fast-paced action, giving players the thrill of outsmarting opponents while climbing the ranks to prove their skill and rise to legend.[/p][p][/p][p]Players build their dream squad by picking three Champions from a roster of twelve unique Champions, each with their own abilities, roles, and personalities. Once the match begins, you’ll test your competitive prowess: move across a hex-based board, capture objectives, outmaneuver your rival, and clash in fast-paced combat. Your goal is to break the enemy’s Glass before they have a chance to shatter yours! Win or lose, every match earns you experience to level up mastery tracks, unlocking fresh Champions to command as well as cosmetics that show off your unique style.[/p][h2]
Reddit AMA Tomorrow[/h2][p]To celebrate, we’re hosting a Reddit AMA on /r/OculusQuest tomorrow, November 14, starting at 12PM PST / 3PM EST / 9PM CEDT. Bring your questions about Glassbreakers, game development, and crafting immersive worlds in VR. We can’t wait to see you there![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]
Thank You![/h2][p]We can’t wait to hear what you think, so don’t be a stranger. Join our community in the Polyarc Discord! The Arena awaits – now is your time to rise to legend.[/p][p]Join the Community![/p][p]
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[p][/p][p]Mark your calendars, Breakers!

We’re thrilled to announce that Glassbreakers launches November 13th on Meta, Apple Arcade, and Steam! Players purchasing on Steam will receive a special discount for purchasing the game on launch. [/p][p]
👀 Want a sneak-peek? If you’re using a Quest 3|3S, join us for a special Glassbreakers Preview Weekend from October 24-26. Sign up now![/p][p][/p][p]💝 Early Access & Open Beta players on Steam will receive Glassbreakers and the Founder Pack – including an exclusive mask, banner, and emblem – for free as a thank you for your passionate support.[/p][p]
Thank you all for your passion, patience, and belief in Glassbreakers. We can’t wait to see what the future holds! [/p][p][/p][p]Read All the Details[/p]

[h2]Inside the Arena with Glassbreakers Devs[/h2][p][/p][p]Join Polyarc Creator @Brady_Litzinger as he dives into some matches of Glassbreakers and stay tuned after the gameplay for our development deep-dive, hosted by Polyarc Creator Live Open Mike! Have a question? Drop it in the comments and we'll be happy to answer!
[/p][h2]Looking For Exclusive Glassbreakers Content at Launch?
[/h2][p]The Vanguard is now recruiting in the Polyarc Discord! The Vanguard is a members-only club for our most passionate community members.[/p][p]It’s part elite club, part referral system, part secret society: designed to reward players who bring their friends into the arena and participate in exclusive in-game and community activities.[/p][p]Every month, a limited number of new members will be admitted. Once inside, you’ll have direct access to special Discord channels, access to earn physical merch, and secret quests that only the Vanguard can take on.[/p][p]The first 1000 Vanguard members will also receive the Elite Vanguard in-game cosmetic mask. All Vanguard members will receive this mask as Discord flair. [/p][p][/p][p]Apply For the Vanguard[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p]