Dark Envoy News

Greetings, Dark Envoy Community!

With the release of Patch 1.6, the Performance Update, we promised to dedicate ourselves to eliminating those frustrating game CRASHES and FREEZES. While we've seen a noticeable reduction in these issues, we understand that they still persist for some of you, and we want to assure you that our commitment to eradicating them remains absolute. Here is how we want to achieve that.

[h2]Operation: Bug Squashing - Your Help Needed![/h2]

To truly squash these remaining CRASHES and FREEZES, we need your help! We're reaching out to our dedicated players to join us in this crucial endeavor.

• Want to get hands-on and help us directly? If you're eager to work alongside us in identifying the root causes of these problems, please email us at [email protected]. We'll grant selected players access to a special beta branch.
  
  This branch is specifically designed to track any possible problems with greater precision, giving us a much better chance of pinpointing the source of the issues. We especially encourage players who are actively encountering crashes and/or freezes to reach out!
  
  We will be offering rewards to players who actively participate in testing. Those granted access to the special beta branch who provide consistent and helpful feedback will receive either a free Steam key to our previous title, Tower of Time, or a digital copy of the Dark Envoy Original Soundtrack and Artbook. We value your contribution to improving Dark Envoy.
  
  
• Continued reminder for everyone: If you experience any in-game problems, please remember to hit the "Report Issue" button within the game. Additionally, sending us the crash logs found on your local drive at `C:\Users\(your user name)\AppData\Local\Temp\Event Horizon\DarkEnvoy\Crashes` to [email protected] is invaluable in our investigation.
  
  In the very near future, we will be uploading a new build to Steam that includes enhanced "Report Issue" functionalities from our development perspective. This update will provide us with more detailed information when you submit a report, further aiding our ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
  
  
• We understand that encountering issues can be frustrating, but we want to assure you that we are here and actively working to address these problems. Before considering leaving a negative review based on technical difficulties, we sincerely ask that you reach out to us through the channels described above – either via email for beta participation or by sending your crash reports.
  
  Your direct feedback and assistance are the most powerful tools we have in resolving these issues swiftly and effectively.

[h2]Looking Ahead - What's Next for Dark Envoy?[/h2]

We're also diligently working on future updates, and while we can't provide a detailed roadmap with specific dates for 2025, we wanted to give you a sneak peek at what we're focusing on:

• Steam Deck Support: We're aiming for official Steam Deck certification! This update will not only make the game fantastic on Valve's handheld but will also bring further performance improvements for all our PC players.
  
• Moving to the Latest Unity Version: This upgrade will bring a host of benefits, including performance enhancements, stability improvements, and access to the latest engine features.
  
• Eliminating Root Causes of Crashes and Freezes: As mentioned earlier, this remains a top priority, and your help is crucial!
  
• Additional Languages: We're excited to announce that experienced fan localization teams are working on bringing Dark Envoy to more players around the world. Expect at least Italian and Brazilian Portuguese!
  
• Bug Fixes: Rest assured, we have a comprehensive list of bugs we're actively tracking and working to eliminate one by one.
  
• Quality of Life (QoL) Improvements: We're listening to your feedback and are dedicated to implementing various QoL enhancements to improve your overall experience.
  
• Version 2.0 - Anniversary Edition: We're planning all updates in 2025 to lead to a Version 2.0 to coincide with Dark Envoy's second anniversary. Hence, we'll do our best to be ready by October 24, 2025. No matter what, be sure Version 2.0 will happen sooner or later. We have big plans for this milestone!

We deeply appreciate your continued patience and support as we work to make Dark Envoy the best game it can be. We recognize that our initial launch wasn't the experience we envisioned for you, but we are fully committed to a journey of continuous improvement and significant enhancements. Just as other games have evolved and ultimately delivered on their promise, we are dedicated to reaching the full potential of Dark Envoy. We believe that through our ongoing efforts and with your invaluable feedback, we will realize that vision.

Thank you for being a part of the Dark Envoy journey!

The Event Horizon Team

Hello adventurers!

The Event Horizon Publisher Sale on Steam is live, and it's the perfect opportunity to embark on an epic journey in Dark Envoy!

Until April 21, you can grab Dark Envoy at a massive 65% discount! This is the deepest discount we've ever offered, so if you've been waiting to experience our non-linear RPG set in the war-torn world of Jäan, now is the time.

But... there's more! If you already own any other game that is part of our special bundles in the Event Horizon Publisher Sale, you'll receive an additional 10% off Dark Envoy! Check the bundle deals on the sale page to see if your library unlocks this extra saving.



And while you're browsing, don't forget to check out our debut title, Tower of Time, celebrating its 7th anniversary! This unique RPG is available at an unbelievable discount. And for a price that's practically a steal, you can dive into its strategic depth and captivating narrative.

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Don't miss out on these incredible deals and visit the Event Horizon Publisher Sale page on Steam today! These discounts end on April 21st, so gather your party and prepare for adventure!

Happy gaming!

The Event Horizon Team

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Greetings Envoys!

Event Horizon is excited to announce the release of Patch 1.6.1, the "Skillforged Update"!

Following the performance optimizations and stability improvements of Patch 1.6, the "Performance Update" last month, we're deploying Patch 1.6.1., which focuses on core gameplay refinement, delivering significant adjustments to combat balance, enemy scaling, and player skills. Expect a noticeable shift in combat dynamics, challenging encounters, and redefined build viability.

It's time to re-engage and experience the enhanced gameplay!



[h3]SKILLFORGED UPDATE[/h3]
Version: 1.6.1.73592; download size: 5.1GB

General Changes:

1. Modified the damage calculation formula slightly making armor a little bit more effective for both player characters and enemies
   
2. Added enemy armor scaling based on difficulty settings:
   
   • Story -25%;
     
   • Easy -15%;
     
   • Normal 0%;
     
   • Hard +10%;
     
   • Insane +25%;
     

Player Side Adjustments:

• Fixed issue with tactic research node "Weak Spot Targeting" as it was increasing crit damage by 150% instead of intended 50%
  
• Fixed damage scaling issue on 4th levels of Adept's Fire Apprentice and Summoner's Call of the Wild
  
• Fixed 3rd level of Arcane Backup being the same skill as 2nd level
  
• Fixed Guardian's Shield Master skill not increasing weapon damage of the character correctly (however it is not supported in the preview, equipping shield is required to see the difference)
  
• Nerfed slightly weapon damage and attack speed of base weapons to make the weapon based builds less overpowered but still viable
  
• Nerfed Collector's Necklace per unique equipped buff by 50%
  
• Increased mana cost and cooldown in favor of longer lifetime of the wolves in Call of the Wild Summoner's skill
  

Enemy Side Enhancements:

• Boosted armor values of higher tier enemies for them to be true focal points of the fights
  
• Modified some mid main quest encounters in attempt to vary the combat experience and improve game's pacing by changing their enemy distribution
  
• Nerfed Bandit Chief's immortality buff gained when it's hp reaches 1 - decreased its duration and nerfed his damage greatly for the whole mechanic being less punishing especially for melee characters
  

Insane Difficulty:

For hardcore players, we've prepared a significant escalation in challenge. The "Skillforged Update" has specifically targeted the 'Insane' difficulty, implementing substantial increases to enemy armor and damage scaling. Our intent was to push even the most optimized and min-maxed builds to their absolute limit. Consider 'Insane' the definitive test of your mastery in Dark Envoy.

"Fix to Crashes":

Beyond the core balance adjustments introduced in Patch 1.6.1, we've also addressed several crash occurrences identified through the data provided in your player logs. These fixes target specific instability issues encountered by the community, contributing to a more stable and reliable gameplay experience.

While we've resolved a number of these cases, there is an important caveat - the complexity of PC hardware configurations means that unforeseen issues can still arise. Therefore, should you encounter any crashes, please continue to utilize the in-game 'Report Issue' button, providing us with the necessary information to address your individual case.

We also strongly recommend reviewing the minimum system requirements, especially the 16GB RAM specification.

We hope these updates will enhance your experience and make the game more enjoyable. Thank you for your continued support and feedback.

As said in the previous post (and update), this is not our final word on Dark Envoy 😎

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[h3]EVENT HORIZON PUBLISHER SALE![/h3]

We are also happy to announce, that for the first time in history, Event Horizon is hosting a Publisher Sale! This is a fantastic opportunity to grab Dark Envoy and Tower of Time at incredible discounts.

On this occasion, we encourage all Envoys to dive back into the game and experience the refined gameplay. Your feedback is invaluable, and we're committed to improving Dark Envoy.



Check out the game, and the publisher sale page now!

Happy adventuring!

The Event Horizon Team


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Greetings Dark Envoy fans!

We're incredibly excited to announce a major update for Dark Envoy, addressing critical issues and significantly improving performance. This patch represents a culmination of months of focused effort, and we're eager for you to experience the improvements firsthand.

Key Highlights of This Update:

• Drastically Improved Memory Usage: We've made significant optimizations to memory management. Depending on the level, you'll see a reduction of 1.5GB to 3GBs of RAM usage.
  
  This should provide a much smoother experience, especially for players with 16GB of RAM. Below are print-screens documenting improvements in memory usage in four random locations (A - is the previous build / B - is the game after Patch 1.6 / diff measures improvement in memory usage) and you can expect similar improvement across the game:
  
  
  
  
• Fixed Challenge Progression Bug: We've resolved the frustrating issue where previously completed challenges would break the game after cutscenes, notably after the final boss fight. Your hard-earned progress is now safe!
  
• Combat Zone Fixes: Characters will no longer be left stranded outside the combat zone during end-game boss encounters. Everyone stays in the fight!
  
• Multiplayer Save Fix: The issue preventing saving in multiplayer due to Vasso's persistent "in combat" status has been resolved. You can now save your multiplayer adventures without interruption.
  
• Shader Rendering Fixes: Visual glitches caused by incorrect shader rendering in specific conditions have been addressed. Enjoy a more polished visual experience.
  
• AI Skill Cooldown Fix: AI opponents will now correctly adhere to skill cooldowns, making combat more predictable and fair.
  

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Why the Long Wait?

We know over 6 months is an agonizingly long wait, and we are profoundly sorry for the radio silence in respect to updates. Honestly, after the challenging release of Dark Envoy, compounded by the industry-wide crisis, we were facing a very real possibility of closing our doors. The team poured every ounce of their energy into this project, fighting not just technical hurdles, but also for the very survival of our studio. The memory usage issues, in particular, were a monstrous beast, demanding a complete and painful reconstruction of core systems. We risked everything to deliver a meaningful update, one that would hopefully redeem our initial shortcomings and prove our unwavering commitment to improving the game experience. After all, what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger!

We knew we had to make this update count, not just for the players, but for our own chance at survival. We sincerely hope that the effort we've put into these improvements will translate into an enjoyable and significantly enhanced experience for you. We understand that trust needs to be earned, and we truly appreciate your patience. We hope that you'll see and appreciate the dedication we've invested in making Dark Envoy even better. And, last but not least, this is not our final word!

Why the Large Patch Size (Over 25GB)?

This patch is large because of the extensive changes made to core game systems, particularly those related to memory management and shader rendering. These changes required replacing many core game files, resulting in a significant download size. We felt it was more important to deliver a comprehensive fix than to try to deliver a smaller patch that would have left many issues unresolved.

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Come Back to Dark Envoy!

We've poured our hearts into this update, and we believe it makes Dark Envoy a much more enjoyable experience. We encourage you to dive back into the world of Jäan, explore its rich lore, and experience the strategic combat with newfound stability.

Your Feedback Matters!

We value your feedback and want to continue improving Dark Envoy. Please share your thoughts and experiences with us. There is a dedicated in-game "Report Issue" option that you might want to use. Please remember that your insights are crucial for future updates.

If you've played the game and haven't shared a review yet, you can still do that. Thank you for your patience and continued support. We're excited to see you back in Dark Envoy!

Sincerely,
The Event Horizon Team

We are pleased to announce that Dark Envoy is being highlighted as part of the Baltic Showcase at DevGAMM Gdańsk, running until March 1, 2025. This showcase provides a platform for developers from the Baltic region to display their projects, and we're excited to have Dark Envoy included.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/945770/Dark_Envoy/


Since its release in October 2023, Dark Envoy has continued to evolve, and this showcase provides an opportunity for new and returning players to see the game highlighted within the broader context of regional game development.

While Event Horizon will not have a physical presence at DevGAMM Gdańsk, its inclusion in the Baltic Showcase underscores its contribution to the region's gaming landscape. Players can still experience the unique blend of real-time combat and tactical decision-making that defines Dark Envoy.

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In addition, the DevGAMM Gdańsk showcase is also featured on Steam main store page from February 27 to March 1. We hope the Steam featuring will bring renewed visibility to the game, allowing players to explore or rediscover the world of Dark Envoy.

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/50429/Event_Horizon_Games_Set/


Furthermore, we highly recommend visiting the DevGAMM Gdańsk event's Steam store page here to explore other fantastic games showcased alongside Dark Envoy. Discover hidden gems and support fellow developers from the Baltic region!

Happy gaming and see you in Jäan!
Event Horizon Team

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