Dark Envoy News

[p]Thank you for your continued support and all the reports you've been sending us.[/p][p]With winter holiday season starting soon for some of you, we're back with another update. This will be the first hotfix following the Anniversary Update (version 1.9). It is addressing several issues that were both reported by the community or found during playtesting.[/p][p]Version: 1.9.1.74673; download size: 72.7 MB (size may vary between players)[/p][p][/p][h2]Changelog[/h2]

• [p]fixed recently added camera focus after dialogues and cutscenes, which in rare cases could position the camera away from the team and require manual adjustment. This was most noticeable during a series of companion dialogues in one of the final missions[/p]
• [p]fixed an issue where an invisible underground location could be clicked on the world map next to the Free Phoenicia icon[/p]
• [p]fixed a bug where audio events continued playing after leaving a location, including the world map view and the main menu (most notably ambience). All audio events are now forced to stop when leaving a location[/p]
• [p]reduced the number of log notifications by removing irrelevant logs. This is expected to improve performance, especially on devices with slower hard drives[/p]
• [p]updated some skills animations of the Ancient Sentry boss[/p]
• [p]fixed several cases where the synergy mark on the ground was triggered by autonomous units, which could result in synergy marks remaining on dead bodies. During testing, we noticed the issue is not fully eliminated but now occurs less frequently, it will be worked on further in future updates[/p]
• [p]disabled initial portraits change during Fall of Technomancer quest to make it easier to identify the team members via skill bars - during testing we've noticed that loading the game in the location will change the portraits anyway which we will work on in future updates[/p]
• [p]additional cosmetic translation fixes and other minor improvements[/p]

[p][/p][p]Please continue sharing your feedback with us.[/p][p]The best way to do that is the in-game "Report Issue" option or by joining our Discord (#feedback or #bug-reporting). Thank you for your continued support.[/p][p][/p][p]For those of you who celebrate, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year![/p][p][/p][p]Event Horizon Team[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]Event Horizon Publisher Sale[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[h3]Dark Envoy faithful, it's time to celebrate![/h3][p][/p][p]We're kicking off Dark Envoy's Second Anniversary celebration with the launch of Patch 1.9, the Anniversary Update! But this isn't just a celebration, it's a huge step towards our goal of delivering Dark Envoy version 2.0 and improving every part of your experience.[/p][p]This update focuses on further fixes and quality-of-life improvements, and brings a brand-new feature to get you into the action faster. We've added a much-requested Look Randomization button in Character Creation, allowing you to instantly generate unique starting looks for your heroes.[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Beyond this new feature, the update delivers fixes for controller inputs, and addresses various camera and UI issues. It also includes preventative measures for visual bugs like pink textures and black-greenish portraits, including:[/p]

• [p]added shaders reload for inventory during character generation - for pink textures, black-greenish portraits, missing body parts (armor elements)[/p]
• [p]changed render queue of item icons - for missing icons[/p]

[p]Should these graphic issues still persist for you—or if you encounter others—we kindly ask you to report them directly on our Discord channel (#bug-reporting). Your save files are invaluable, and we are committed to working with you individually to find and eliminate any bug for good (case-by-case).[/p][p]Dive in to see the full details below![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Patch Notes[/h3][p]Version: 1.9.0.74338; download size: 74 MB (size may vary between players)[/p][p][/p][p]NEW FEATURES[/p]

• [p]added look randomization button in character creation[/p]

[p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]GENERAL FIXES[/p]

• [p]fixed some instances causing area control (last) challenge not to end correctly after 100%[/p]
• [p]fixed some instances where party members were stuck outside of battle before Ruga's bossfight[/p]
• [p]fixed collector's necklace effect to count two handed weapons as two items instead of one[/p]
• [p]fixed some instances where shader was swapped in character inventory preview while dual wielding same type of weapon[/p]
• [p]fixed "Gamepad not supported" messages poping up infinitely covering full screen (from now only one instance is triggered per device)[/p]
• [p]fixed multiple instances of the "same" enchantment during hover preview in research panel[/p]
• [p]fixed instances of videos not being displayed in draw path tutorial[/p]
• [p]fixed cinematics on widescreen monitors being stretched on width[/p][p][/p]

[p]CAMERA FIXES[/p]

• [p]added camera focus on party after cutscenes[/p]
• [p]added camera focus on party at the start of boss fights[/p]
• [p]fixed camera focus on units after teleport (which sometimes caused the camera stuck outside of bounds)[/p]
• [p]fixed camera focus after loading autosave (most notable change on challenge arena)[/p]

[p][/p][p]TRANSLATIONS FIXES[/p]

• [p]fixed Organthe's Avatar name not being displayed or always being displayed in English[/p]
• [p]fixed some minor missing translations in Japanese localization delivered in Update 1.8.1[/p]
• [p]fixed some other translations predominantly in German (gramaticall, missing transalations, texts in other language in German version)[/p]
• [p]added some missing translations mostly in items weapon skill descriptions for languages other than English[/p]

[p][/p][p]QOL IMPROVEMENTS[/p]

• [p]fixed additional autosaves being created when autosave is loaded (most notable on loading challenge arena)[/p]
• [p]fixed some instances where inputs stopped working in cutscenes (after recent update) [/p]
• [p]fixed issue with credits and codex cinematics being not skippable (and/or looped) using controller[/p]
• [p]fixed expand in codex previously making all of its entries being permanently highlighted on first try[/p]

[p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]We're immensely grateful for your continued support for Dark Envoy.[/p][p]This update is a direct reflection of our dedication to providing you with the best possible experience.[/p][p]As always, please continue to share your feedback with us on Discord![/p][p][/p][p]Happy Anniversary![/p][p]Event Horizon Team[/p][p][/p][p]Event Horizon Publisher Sale[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[p]Greetings, Kaelas and Malakais![/p][p][/p][p]Today - October 24, 2025 - marks a special occasion and we're thrilled to announce the release of a brand-new, completely FREE DLC: the Dark Envoy Bonus Pack! [/p][p]We're thrilled to announce this new release, landing exactly on the second anniversary of Dark Envoy's launch on October 24, 2023! It feels like just yesterday you first stepped into the war-torn Guns N’ Sorcery world of Jaan. To thank our incredible community for two years of support, we're giving back with a massive collection of digital goodies for you to explore: [/p][p][/p]

• [p]Additional Artwork: Dive deeper into the visual development of Dark Envoy with a collection of stunning concept art and captivating promotional illustrations.[/p]
• [p]Early Character and Storyline Sketches: Get a fascinating glimpse into the initial ideas and designs that shaped the heroes and the narrative of Dark Envoy.[/p]
• [p]Wallpapers: Decorate your digital spaces with beautiful wallpapers inspired by the world and characters you've come to know and love.[/p]
• [p]And more! We've packed in a few extra surprises for you to discover.[/p]

[p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]This Bonus Pack is our way of saying thank you for your unwavering support. We believe in providing you with more than just the game itself – we want to offer you a deeper connection to its creation.

Think of this as our little off-game content (digital goodies) package for you to enjoy, much like the Cyberpunk 2077 Bonus Pack available on Steam, offering a glimpse behind the scenes and allowing you to immerse yourselves further in the world of Dark Envoy. We hope you'll like it! [/p][p][/p][h3]CELEBRATION[/h3][p]But the anniversary celebration doesn't end here! We will be absolutely honored if you would join us in commemorating this 2-year milestone on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 7:00 PM CET (that's 10:00 AM PDT, 1:00 PM EDT, 6:00 PM BST, 8:00 PM EEST on that day, and 2:00 AM JST on October 27).[/p][p]Please come back to the game and perhaps share your favorite memories with us and the community using #DarkEnvoy hashtag.[/p][p]We remember the excitement of the game's launch, and while our historical peak of concurrent players reached just 408 brave souls back in the day, we'd absolutely love to see even more of you return to Dark Envoy with a little help from our amazing fans.[/p][p]
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]Your passion and support have been the very essence of this adventure, and we can't thank you enough for the countless hours you've spent exploring the world we crafted. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you - players - for being with us. Your dedication has been the greatest reward, and we look forward to many more adventures together with Dark Envoy version 2.0 on the (Event) horizon.[/p][p][/p][p]See you in Jaan![/p][p]Event Horizon Team[/p]

[h3]Hello Dark Envoy Community,[/h3][p][/p][p]We're pleased to announce that Dark Envoy now supports Japanese localization![/p][p]This addition arrives with our latest Update 1.8.1, aptly nicknamed "日本語対応アップデート".[/p][p][/p][p]This was a significant undertaking, and it wouldn't have been possible without the incredible dedication of a Japanese native known by the nickname PE_YANG. We are immensely grateful for his substantial effort and outstanding collaboration. His passion was evident in every phase of the project, from the precise translation of countless lines of dialogue to rigorous in-game testing. We believe that his work has ensured a truly authentic and immersive experience for all of you.[/p][p]To learn more about PE_YANG, you can visit his YouTube channel, where he has streamed several public sessions of him testing the Japanese localization: [dynamiclink][/dynamiclink].[/p][p][/p][h3]Beyond Localization: Codex and Further Improvements[/h3][p]But this update isn't just about a new language. The in-game Codex has been updated with a new 'Cinematics' section. At first, all cinematic entries will appear as locked. As you progress through your journey, any cinematic you encounter will be automatically unlocked in the Codex, ready for you to replay whenever you want.[/p][p]Keep in mind that not all cinematics can be unlocked in a single playthrough. Your in-game choices and any content you might miss will affect which scenes you discover. This encourages multiple playthroughs to unlock the full collection of cinematic moments and experience every facet of the story.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]To celebrate this update, and for a limited time only, Dark Envoy is available at a discounted price! This is a fantastic chance for new players to jump into our unique world of magic and technology, and for our Japanese-speaking fans to experience Dark Envoy in their native language.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Patch Notes[/h3][p]Version: 1.8.1.74664; download size: 2.8GB[/p][p][/p][p]GENERAL:[/p]

• [p]Japanese language implemented[/p]
• [p]Added all in-game cinematics to the Codex (as described above) [/p]

[p]FIXES and QOL IMPROVEMENTS:[/p]

• [p]fixed Sestia's companion quest containing some unexpected steps on finish[/p]
• [p]fixed timing of subtitles in several cutscene that caused them not to appear correctly[/p]
• [p]fixed several naming errors on labels of dungeon objects[/p]
• [p]fixed descriptions on summoner's tree of atonement[/p]
• [p]updated tutorial so that Vasso appears quicker improving experience for players in 'story' or 'easy' mode[/p]
• [p]further small changes to other languages resulting from issues found during implementation of Japanese localization not listed here[/p]
• [p]further small changes to UI (updated: credits, game icon on taskbar, animated in-game loading icon; tweaked animation of recall button to be more subtle; TOT button now opens steam overlay instead of external browser and some other minor layout changes) [/p]

[p][/p][p]We're incredibly thankful for your continued support of Dark Envoy. This update is a direct result of our commitment to delivering the best possible experience... and we have much more in store for the future.[/p][p]As always, please continue to share your feedback with us![/p][p][/p][p]See you in Jaan![/p][p]The Event Horizon Team[/p][p][/p]

[p]Greetings, Relic Hunters![/p][p][/p][p]Great news for players who love gaming on the go — with the release of Patch 1.8, Dark Envoy is now officially Steam Deck Verified![/p][p]This means you can enjoy the full Dark Envoy experience seamlessly on your Steam Deck.[/p][p]We've optimized the controls, text, and graphics to provide a smooth and enjoyable handheld adventure.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p](Version: 1.8.0.74338; download size: 87.9MB)[/p][p][/p][p]Whether you're exploring the war-torn Guns N’ Sorcery world of Dark Envoy or experimenting with a tactical slo-mo, it's now perfectly tailored for your Steam Deck.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for your support and happy gaming![/p][p]The Event Horizon Team[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][hr][/hr][p]PS. This is just one of many steps we're taking as we continue to work towards what we call the Dark Envoy version 2.0. We are committed to making Dark Envoy the best game it can be and your feedback helps us get there. We have more exciting things planned and we can't wait to share them with you.[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p][/p]