Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout
Notice regarding AMD graphic drivers
As of January 21, 2020, AMD has released the latest version of the driver (20.1.3), and this issue has now been resolved. For those who had issues with the game not launching, please update to this latest version of the driver.
We apologize for the issues this may have caused, and we thank you for your patience and continued support.
Update information Ver1.03（2020/1/14)
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
- Added 9 BGM tracks from "Atelier Online: Alchemists of Braceir " that can be used in-game.
*BGM can be changed from the diary on the desk in Ryza's room or in Ryza's atelier.
- Fixed some bugs.
- Fixed some display related bugs.
- Support for additional content.
Update information Ver1.02（2019/12/17)
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-The Gathering Synthesis level cap has been raised to 200.
*The Gathering Synthesis level cap for creating worlds has been raised from 99 to 200. Obtain precious materials that you can use to create more powerful items. Also, powerful monsters will appear on the fields.
*After advancing the game to the point in which you can perform Gathering Synthesis, you will be able to select "Transfer Materials" to raise the level of your bottle up to 200.
- Added a Story Trailer.
*The Story Trailer can be viewed in the Art Gallery option from the Extra menu added to the title screen once the game is cleared.
- Improved compatibility with the new DLCs.
- Fixed various bugs and defects.
Update information Ver1.01（2019/11/19)
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
- Additional Feature Update - "Photo Mode"
- Additional Feature Update - "Weasel Roast"
- Additional Feature Update - "Puni Companion"
- Expansion Update - Advanced Exploration Patch
- Expansion Update - Highest Difficulty Patch
- Improved compatibility with the new DLCs.
- Fixed various bugs and defects.
Update information（2019/11/08)
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1: Addition of graphic options
“Graphics Options” has been added to the "Startup Environment Settings" screen in the Settings menu of the launcher displayed before the game starts.
On the screen that appears after selecting "Graphics Options", the graphic settings can be adjusted according to your PC environment.
2: Addition of mouse operation settings
"Mouse settings" has been added to the "Startup Environment Settings" screen in the Settings menu of the launcher displayed before the game starts.
On the screen that appears after selecting "Mouse Settings", check “Enable Mouse Operation” to operate the camera, change the distance, and change gathering tools by using the mouse.
You can also use the mouse scroll wheel to select items where list operations are needed such as on the main menu.
In addition, an optional controller button can be mapped to the mouse to control certain options.
Note: To change the gathering tools, press the key corresponding to the RB button while operating the mouse scroll.
3: Addition of A button, B button switch function
A function to switch the key corresponding to the A and B buttons has been added to the "Startup Environment Settings" screen in the Settings menu of the launcher displayed before the game starts.
4: Support for monitors other than 16:9 screen resolution
In instances where monitors other than 16:9 screen resolution are used, the issue where full screen mode was not displayed correctly has been fixed.
5: Usability improvement
Players can now leave the game from the desk in the Atelier.
6: Other adjustments
The icon added to the desktop when the game is installed has been fixed.
In addition, the issue that the icon might not be named has been fixed.
The bug that occurred at high frame rates has been fixed.
Update information (2019/11/01)
We are planning to release an update for other issues soon.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Update details:
1. Adjustment of screen resolution setting
Regarding the "Startup Environment Settings" that is launched by selecting "Settings" in the launcher displayed before starting the game, options have been added to set the resolution according to your PC environment even when the “Full Screen” checkbox is not checked.
2. Behavior modification during game startup
When the game is started without going through the Steam Library, the issue where the game starts without showing the launcher has been fixed.
* This was fixed on 2019/10/30.
Info on upcoming optimization update
Currently, we have received a lot of feedback from players regarding optimization.
After reviewing player feedback we have been looking into ways to improve the optimization of the game to resolve the mentioned issues. We are planning to release an update soon.
Update details:
1. Addition of graphic options
An option to adjust various graphic expressions in the game will be added to the launcher displayed before starting the game.
Using the graphic option, you can adjust it according to your PC environment.
2. Addition of mouse operations
In addition to the keyboard, mouse options can be set from the launcher displayed before the game starts.
You can play the game using the mouse by setting any controls to various buttons on the mouse.
Activating the “Allow mouse operation” option enables camera operation with the mouse.
3. Adjustment of screen resolution setting
Regarding the screen resolution that can be set in “Settings” of the launcher displayed before starting the game, it will be adjusted so that the maximum resolution can be selected according to the connected monitor even if it is not in full screen mode.
4. Improvement of usability
A function will be added so players can leave the game from the desk in the Atelier.
About frequently asked questions
We have answers to the questions that many of you have been asking.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1. How to check the manual
In the game, press the “N” key on the keyboard while the main menu is open to launch the browser and display the web manual.
If the controller is connected, it can also be displayed by pressing the corresponding button.
You can also check the web manual from “View the Manual” in the middle of the store page.
2. Changing the screen resolution
Please try the following procedure:
(1) Click “Game” -> “View Game Library”.
(2) From the left menu, select Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout. and click "Play".
(3) The setting tool will start, so click "Settings".
(4) Check the "Full Screen" checkbox.
(5) Select full screen resolution in screen resolution.
* If the full screen resolution cannot be selected in step (5):
(6) Start the game and end with "Exit Game" from the title screen.
(7) Repeat steps (1) to (4) again to select full screen resolution. Select and start the game.
This will be adjusted in the upcoming optimization update to make it easier to select.
3. Gameplay becomes very sluggish/slow under certain circumstances.
If the game drops in FPS, try the following steps:
(1) Start NVIDIA Control Panel.
(2) Open “3D Settings” in “Select Task” and select “Manage 3D Settings”.
(3) Change the "Preferred Graphics Processor" setting to "High Performance NVIDIA Processor" on the "Global Settings" tab and click Apply.
(4) Restart the game.