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Genre: Role-playing (RPG), Adventure, Indie

Fates of Ort

Steam Cloud updated
Before launching the game, please consider backing up your save files. They are located here:
Win: %appdata%\Roaming\fates_of_ort\
Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/fates_of_ort/
Linux: ~/.config/fates_of_ort/

You can also see and download all saves associated with your account here:
https://store.steampowered.com/account/remotestorageapp/?appid=895480

If you receive a prompt about a save file conflict, be very careful about which file you choose.

FORCING A SYNC FROM PC TO STEAM DECK
On your Steam Deck:
Settings -> Properties... -> Compatibility -> tick "Force the use of a specific Steam Play compatibility tool"
Leave setting as "Proton Experimental"
Apply update
Launch the game (it will likely not run)
Settings -> Properties... -> Compatibility -> untick "Force the use of a specific Steam Play compatibility tool"
Apply update
Launch the game

Upcoming cloud save change
In the coming days, we will be making an update that should enable cloud save syncing between PC and Steam Deck. We are making this announcement ahead of time, so that you are aware when the change becomes effective. You may see a prompt about save file conflicts, so be very careful which version you choose. You may wish to back up your files in advance to be safe.

Your save files are located here:
Win: %appdata%\Roaming\fates_of_ort\
Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/fates_of_ort/
Linux: ~/.config/fates_of_ort/

Steam Deck
We are pleased to announce that Fates of Ort now supports the Steam Deck.

If there are any issues - please let us know.

Release version 1.4.1

Changes



  • Performance upgrade. Implemented engine side frustum culling. This should provide a significant framerate improvement, particularly on larger/denser maps.

New content update: Lunar Battles!
Battle powerful foes in this free Fates of Ort content update. Gather and return moon rocks to the Stargazer near the Chroniclary to receive the usual rewards... But this time - you will also unlock a gateway to the very moons of Ort.

The Lunar Battles update is a free content update for Fates of Ort, designed to provide an endgame challenge. The moons of Ort are crawling with very challenging enemies, but the loot rewards are just as good. See how many moons you can complete in one go!

Version 1.4.0

Changes



  • New feature: Moon Wizard (available in game now, but announcement will follow later)
  • Fix: Breakable objects will now respawn when loading / starting a new save file.
  • Buffed the Defense stat on new drops.
  • Chests and breakable objects now favour coin drops of lowest type.
  • Reduced HP cost of flame and ice swords.
  • Fix: Distorted ground unlinked from walls for some Mac users.

Patch - version 1.3.1

Changes



  • Update: Latest version of LuaJIT implemented. Expect this to solve most Linux specific bugs, along with better performance generally across operating systems. This may improve issues on macOS as well.
  • Fix: Default sound settings set to 50%
  • Updated game icon
  • Added version information to main menu
  • Fix: Cleaned code tracking previous resolution settings
  • Added map ping to return to Bracs after Prismatic Aether Coil is repaired

Legendary Item Pack
This free update introduces several new legendary items to be found and exploited. Seek out the Archmage's Wand, the Ring of Stone, the Pendant of Flying Teeth, and many more...

Thank you for the support for our game, and we hope you enjoy this update!

Patch - version 1.3.0

Changes



  • Updated behaviour of 'doubling' chests.
  • Updated level caps in later stage areas.
  • You now have to face allies to speak to them.
  • Gamepad: World map will now start at wherever you last encountered a Fate Spike, rather than always at the Academy.
  • Fix: Mouse & keyboard controls can now be remapped again.
  • You will now receive an "inventory full" warning when the last slot is filled.
  • Special legendary items will now sparkle in inventory.
  • Buffed Mortifax raiments.
  • Performance improvements in NPC pathfinding.
  • Fixed bug causing Brac's Navigator not to function.

Patch - version 1.2.5

Changes



  • Performance improvements in enemy logic.
  • Added tips on transition between screens. These can be turned off in the visual section of the settings menu.
  • Improved gamepad target locking.
  • Fix: Gamepad issue when reading journals found on desks.
  • Fix: Gamepad toggling of Tarkumendo electrical diagrams.
  • Added prompt for using quest items in Academy.
  • Fix: Ground tiles were covered by background parallax in Corpah Range, Aster Pien, and Sowoal Treetops.
  • Oil fire performance improvement.
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