Act 3 is now live on Early Access for everyone to enjoy. Many thanks for those that took part in private beta testing it the last few weeks.
One of the changes that I'd like to highlight is the removal of the visible Objectives List. Due to the nature of the game, it felt like it wasn't required and there was enough information in the game from reading items or discovering them to know what you need to do next. In addition, telling players what to do in a linear way ruined the whole exploration side of things I want to aim for. On that note, here is a very brief list of changes.
v0.753 Patch Notes
2 brand new dungeons for Act 3
Several new enemies for the new dungeons
Difficulty balancing across the game
Removed the Objectives list from the Journal
Additional puzzles in the House
Extra lore to find and read in the House
Mouse sensitivity settings in options
Many bug fixes and improvements
NOTE: It is highly recommended that you start a New Game due to the many changes
Act 3 Released in Beta for Testing
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Act 3 has started to roll out into the Beta channel for testing. There have been lots of changes including lots of new content so I will make sure the private beta testers get their hands on it first before i push it to Early Access public.
Some of the things to expect in the Act 3 update include:
New dungeons with a new theme
Several new enemies
New house puzzles and books
New items to collect or discover
Several bug fixes
If you want to take part in the private beta testing, please visit the discord and request access to the beta channel, thank you.
Discord: https://discord.gg/zaCBf58vw7
New Dungeons Means New Puzzles
Act 3 is almost ready and I am putting the final touches to some of the new puzzles in the dungeon.
The new Act will feature new enemies, puzzles and a few new special surprises that I won't talk about yet.
Lots of additional bug fixing has been done in the background too and a good portion of extra work has been done setting up the House for future updates.
Keep your eyes peeled, just how I like it.
More Act Work in Progress Shots
Thank you for the continued support and positive reviews! it has been a great motivator for myself during this lockdown. Without fuss, heres a few more shots of what to expect soon
Act 3 Sneak Peek
As promised, Early Access will be updated to include further Acts for you to explore including new Environments and Enemies. Here are some previews of what to expect.
Since launching the Early Access, the core mechanics for most of the game have been pretty solid and you have all responded positively about what I am trying to create.
On that note, there are of course areas that needed the community to get involved with, namely balancing and I have already made ways to address this in prior patches but more of this will feature when I roll out Act 3 and beyond.
Just wanted to say that I am working my butt off trying to make this the best I can so please spread the word, review the Early Access and stay awesome :)
Moment of the Week
Its been almost 2 weeks since unleashing Ergastulum: Dungeon Nightmares III to you all and the response has been great! so thank you to everyone.
I have been watching all the videos you have uploaded and read ALL the feedback as well. If I haven't responded to you personally, don't worry I have definitely seen and read your stuff.
On that note, this has so far been my highlight of the week that I had to share it here too. Made my day, week, month.
Click the above to see the moment or alternatively you can watch the full video here (Thanks to @TheJerejoe): [previewyoutube="dGyAIfUA77Y;full"]
Patch v0.747
In preparation for Act 3, I have been working hard in getting the content ready. In the meantime, I have to push the following patch.
Fixes
Health fix in Dungeon Act 1
Spawn fix for Dungeon Act 2 for Walkers
Objective list fixes to prepare for Act 3
New Features
Prep work for Act 3
Patch v0.746c
Fixes
Souls and Candles carrying over to another scene bug
Crucifix in inventory
General minor bugs
New Features
More work behind the scenes for the House
The Murdered Bride has a new ability
The Smiling Creeper walking when you hide or when he doesn't see you
Patch v0.746b
Apologies if this has impacted on your experience but I believe I have a potential fix for the duplication bug of items in the House.
However, if you have picked up any of the duplicate items. I would recommend that you start a NEW GAME. If you didn't pick up any of the duplicates then your save game should be fine.
Here are a list of items that could be duplicated:
Basic Crucifix
Skull Ornament
Small Bell
Glass Eye (Blue)
Crystal (Green)
Door Handle
Toy Cube 1, 2 and 4
NOTE: If you have any second copies of any of the above (Toy Cube 3 is ok) I would suggest starting a new game once you have updated to v0.746b.
Once again, I do apologise for impacting on your experience :)
Patch v0.746
Fixes
Look at possible glitch with Bloody Mary
Some work to try and fix possible dupe bug for items you collect in the House
Possible to get locked in Master Bedroom POST Bloody Mary dungeon
