We hope you're doing well! Get ready because the biggest AK-xolotl update is finally here, and we can’t wait for you to dive in.
Watch the trailer here:
🟢 Co-op Mode Update
Local Co-op
Two guns are always better than one! You can now team up with a friend in AK-xolotl’s local co-op mode. Battle through hordes of enemies, share epic power-ups, and blast through levels as a lethal duo of AK-wielding axolotls armed to the teeth. Get ready to unleash twice the chaos!
Join Steam online Co-op BETA
This feature is still in early BETA, so you will likely encounter bugs or things that don’t work quite as intended. We really appreciate you diving in regardless—your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve and refine the mode.
To join the BETA and share your thoughts, head over to our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/4eBtPE4. After you joined, please go to #ak-together_test, we will provide you with instructions.
🚀 AK-xolotl 2.0
We’ve packed tons of fresh content and improved system updates to take your axolotl adventures to the next level! Here’s what’s new:
New Content
20+ New Weapons
15+ New Items
1 New Biome & New Boss
13 New Enemies
10 New Room Types
New Systems
Axolittles System Overhaul
Cooking System Overhaul
Weapon System Overhauled
New Quirk System
New Progression System
New Run Generator System
New Smack Attack Addition
New Weapon Mods System with 27 Different Mods
New Frozen Status Effect
New Player Status System
QoL
Improved clarity for menus
With these major changes and updates we'd recommend to open a new save file in order to have the best playing experience!
Grab a friend and dive in and explore the massive world of AK-xolotl 2.0!
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A new patch just went live where we've addressed a couple of bugs introduced with our latest update "Beach Episode".
Here's the list of the hotfixes included in this patch:
The Soap + Crystal Heart item combination will no longer make the player invincible and disable interactions
Fixed the bug that caused no Black Tea rooms to appear in the "La Playa" Biome
As usual, we invite you to join our Discord community, where we also have a dedicated section for bug reports.
Hope you're soaking up the fun in our latest update — catch you at the beach!
AK-xolotl 40% OFF | Spring Sale✨
Hello Pond Residents,
AK-xolotl invites you to indulge in the excitement of the Steam Spring Sale with an unprecedented discount of 40% off! Act fast - this special offer expires on March 21st. Don't miss out, grab your copy now!
In case you have missed the patch notes of our previous updates, you can check them out here:
AK-xolotl "Beach Episode" Content Update
Hello Pond Residents,
Our third new content update, "Beach Episode," is now live! This update introduces a new biome, more enemies, adorable axolittles, and an exciting new challenging boss! With this new alternate biome, we expand the content in the original game, and now you have a total of 7 possible biomes inside the run to reach the end.
This is our first content update of 2024, but not the last. For those of you in our Discord or following us on socials you already know but in case you missed it we have very, very big plans for future updates this year 🙊.
Oh, and if you've been eyeing AK-xolotl, or want to gift it, now's the time! We're part of the Steam Spring Sale starting from March 14th, with a 40% off discount.
Now, let’s dive in (pun intended) on the details of this update. Here's a rundown of all the new content awaiting your exploration:
New Biome: welcome to “La Playa”! A new alternative biome 3 is now available, and you will be able to decide which path to take. And of course, a new biome also means new enemies. Have fun exploring and getting wet! We couldn’t have an amphibian as a playable character and not have a water biome, right?
New Boss: alongside our new biome, you will be able to face a brand-new boss, the Killer Calves! Have you been skipping leg day? We hope not, and you are ready since these waves are not your typical ankle slappers! And maybe, just maybe you’ll be able to smile back at this smiling bro and say, “Let me get one wave before you take me”.
New Axolittles: reports tell us that new axolittles have been spotted in the wild, time to hatch ‘em all!
New Enemies: The adorable Pengu with its dual revolvers, a floating octopus with the eyes of a killer, a cocktail of a couple deadly shrimps, a puffer, and we even have reports of some sort of crab tank.
As usual, we have also introduced some new balance changes and bug fixes to further enhance your gameplay experience.
Also, in case you have missed the patch notes of our previous updates, you can check them out here:
And finally, here's the rundown of other changes and improvements included in this update:
Bug Fixes
Bolter bullets incorrect acceleration that was making them come back is fixed
Removed the exploit that allowed to enter Daily Runs before unlocking them
Ingredient stone was not being able to be destroyed in a specific room in biome 1. You can destroy it now.
Fixed the issue when equipping Utility Belt or other items that modify the total amount of ammo, the total ammo would reduce when you picked up a weapon of the same type
The Azrael skin was displaying a white square when obtaining it
Fixed the issue that allowed the button to confirm actions in the pause menu also had effect in the gameplay.
Removed the Elephant Gun bullet shadow that was remaining on the floor after the elephant was gone
Fixed the issue with Tardigrade enemy bullets that would get bugged when using the Decoy ability
Blisstaker menu options is now displaying the correct color if the option is maxed out
Fixed the issue with the first Zanzi dialogue that would stay on the screen when walked up before seeing the tutorial of Chaos Trials
Fixed the bug where the Journal option in the pause menu would be skipped if the player tried to select it going from bottom to top
Caterkillah achievement was being unlocked early with a wrong condition in some cases
Devil Bunny fire shall not stay on the ground when restarting a run anymore
The issue where bigger knock back provided by items could trap some flying/floating enemies inside walls has been fixed
Fixed bug where the player would be unable to drop the babies
Fixed the issue where helmet was not protecting against some enemies or traps explosions
Fixed the issue that allowed Obsidian Horn to heal even if the No-Healing modifier active in Chaos Trials
Aiming direction small offset has been adjusted
Balance on Enemies
Olm: Amount of bullets shot reduced from 6 to 3, HP reduced
Woolly: HP reduced
Saber: HP reduced
Digletto: HP reduced
Batsy: HP slightly increased
AK-xolotl Quality of Life update #4
Hey there!
Firstly, Happy New Year (is it still okay to say that on January 11th? We think so!) 😄
The latest content drop, “Relics and Runs”, hit in late December, but we're kicking off 2024 on the right note with a small Quality of Life and Bug Fixing update, so you can experience all the new content added throughout the recent months in the smoothest way possible.
After a little holiday break to recharge our batteries, we're back in action, sleeves rolled up, and already working on more content and updates. Stay tuned for announcements on dates!
In the meantime, and as always, we invite you to join our Discord community! It's where the action happens, a hub for bug reports, feedback, and just overall a cool place to hang out with other fellow Pond Residents.
As a little post-Xmas treat, how about tossing a Steam review our way for AK-xolotl? Your thoughts mean a lot to us — whether it's a high five to let us know we are headed in the right path or some helpful feedback to fine-tune our groove. We would be extremely grateful! 💚
Also, in case you have missed the patch notes of our previous updates, you can check them out here:
Our second new content update, "Relics and Runs," is now live! This update introduces a new biome, more enemies, adorable axolittles, and exciting items (relics)—all about that sweet variety! And, of course, we've brought in one of roguelite's essentials: Daily Runs.
This marks our final update for 2023. After a rejuvenating holiday break, we'll dive back in, charged up and ready to conquer 2024 with more exciting updates.
Oh, and if you've been eyeing AK-xolotl, or want to gift it for the holidays, now's the time! We're part of the Steam Winter Sale starting from December 21st, with a 30% off discount.
Now, let's delve into the nitty-gritty details of this update. Here's a rundown of all the new content awaiting your exploration:
New Biome: welcome to “The Cave”! A new alternate biome 2 is now available and you will be able to decide which path to take. And of course, a new biome also means a new boss fight and new enemies. Have fun exploring and beware, the floor is lava!
New Boss: alongside our new biome, you will be able to face a brand new boss, the Tea Rex! Prepared to get the par-tea started, this tea-riffic opponent awaits. We hope you bring your quali-tea plays to this encounter and that you're skilled at multi-tea-tasking... yes, we could keep the tea puns pouring in!
New Axolittles: reports tell us that new axolittles have been spotted in the wild, time to hatch ‘em all!
New Items: 17 new items have entered the Pond, time for yet more crazy combinations!
New Elite Enemy: Croco Papa is the latest addition to our elite enemy pool. He's the living embodiment of the saying "Don't smile at a crocodile."
Daily Runs: take on a new seeded run every day, but be warned, only the best will make it to the top! Every player will start with the same randomized character and a set of 2 starter items and be offered the same choices throughout the run. Will you be able to make it until the end? Compete for glory and try to get the highest score on the online leaderboard. Good luck, Pond Residents!
As usual, we have also introduced some new balance changes and bug fixes to further enhance your gameplay experience.
Also, in case you have missed the patch notes of our previous updates, you can check them out here:
And finally, here's the rundown of of other changes and improvements included in this update:
Bug Fixes
Star item now also destroys pink bullets
The Cancel ability is now destroying Rabies Shotgoon bullets
Mine Gast and Fish and Chipzs are now using the correct song tracks
Fixed issue with achievements not unlocking or unlocking when performing the wrong conditions
Fixed the issue with the “pet” action positioning the hand in the wrong place in adult axolotls (now you pet the correct head, haha)
Crababy now receives damage from Toadally Tosser weapon ground poison
Fixed the issue with rockets exploding when deployed near a wall
Fixed the Big Fungus aiming
Rolling into Mine Gast bullets will now cause you to go through them
Balance
Decoy invulnerability time reduced from 1.25 to 0.5 for each damage taken
Removed the damage nerf from Cowboy Hat
Removed the speed nerf from Glutton Rounds
Removed the speed nerf from Magnet
Other
Improved the description of items to properly disclaim the values:
Menacing Mask
Artifact
AK-xolotl Run Modifiers Are Now Live!
Hello Pond Residents,
First of all, a massive THANK YOU for the overwhelming positive response to our recent updates! Your support means the world to us. If you haven't shared your thoughts yet, consider leaving a Steam review—it helps us know we're on the right track! 💚
Gratitude expressed, now let's dive into the action!
As promised in our "Chaos Unleashed" update last week, Run Modifiers are now live!
Embark on the ultimate AK-xolotl challenge with Chaos Trials, unlocked after defeating the final boss. Activate various Run Modifiers at different ranks, elevating your Chaos level. Conquer bosses at specific Chaos levels to reap bonus rewards.
Each Run Modifier spices up the game's difficulty, so test your limits and see how much Chaos you can take!
Boost enemy damage, max HP, wave size, bid farewell to healing effects, and more—there are over 25 levels of Chaos to conquer. Remember, more Chaos equals more rewards!
Upon defeating the final boss, a new face emerges at the Pond: Zanzi, the panther. As a seasoned combat veteran, she's here to share her wisdom and guide you on the path to becoming the ultimate fighter!
We hope you have fun in the Trials!
Nominate us for "BEST GAME YOU SUCK AT"
Hey Pond Residents,
Great news! AK-xoltol is making a splash in the Steam Autumn Sale with a cool 20% OFF! 💚
But wait, there's more – the Steam Awards nominations are officially open, and we're calling on all pond residents to lend us your support by casting a vote for us in the category of BEST GAME YOU SUCK AT! Your votes mean the world to us, and every single one makes a big difference! Let's make a splash together! 🐸
