Don't forget that you can take part in the game's development. Join our Discord server and participate in discussions about the future of Scholar of the Arcane Arts!
- Endo
Early Access!
Hey Scholars!
The day is finally here, Scholar has been released into Early Access! And now you can see the brand new trailer and explore the Domains of Magic to find spells that can be combined for MASSIVE damage! Early Access include a Roguelike mode that encourages different playstyles with each run. I’m excited to see what builds you all come up with to bring down the Demigods who have attacked your land!
Keep in mind this is just the beginning!
I will be adding new spells, new worlds, new enemies and bosses, and much much more during development! Do you have an idea for a spell? Or maybe you want to share an insane combo you landed. Join our discord and hang out with other Scholars.
I’d like to thank everyone who has supported me the last two years while I made this dream a reality. My wife, my friends, and everyone who has playtested the game along the way. And major shout out to ESDigital Games who has played a crucial role in bringing Scholar to life.
So join us on a magical journey as we all become Scholars of the Arcane Arts!
- Endo
Welcome to Discord!
Hey Scholars!
Would you like to suggest your own unique and favorite spell or combination? Found a bug or error in the game? Or maybe you just want to show me a picture of your cat?
Now you can do it on my Discord server! And if I'll be unavailable for some reason (most likely I'll be making the game), you'll definitely get help from the guys from ESDigital Games.
Enjoy and welcome! -Endo
Who are these guys?!
Grrrrreetings to all those who are eager to unravel the mysteries of magic!
Today I have an important announcement for you: Scholar of Arcane Arts has a publisher now - ESDigital Games! That's great news, because now I have more motivation and resources to make everything I planned come true.
It also means that more people will learn about the mastery of combinations of multiple schools of magic. Which is definitely a good thing too! The more feedback I get, the better the game gets every day. It's getting better and better as it is, of course. But a lot of opinions from different people is very important. Seriously =)
I'll let you know more great news soon, but enough for today, the world of Scholar of the Arcane Arts needs me!
Roguelike Mode is LIVE!
Hey Scholars!
Good news for all the Beta Testers. Roguelike mode is officially live!
With this patch comes
- Roguelike Mode (Story Mode is being reworked and is unavailable) - 5 new spells - New Fire Domain - Shop upgrades which tell you what upgrading the spell does - Major bug fixes
Please try out this new mode and let me know what you think! Any and all feedback is appreciated. Let me know what you like, what you would want to see changed, and any ideas you would like to see added to the game!
For everyone who has been wishlisting this game I want to send you a personal thank you. The reception has been amazing. We just need to hold out a bit longer and Early Access will be available to all of you.
Thank you again! - Endo
Bug Fixes and Key Rebinds
Hello Scholars!
All you beta testers might have seen Scholar getting micro updates constantly. Sorry about that. I'm going buck-wild with the updates and will try to group them in a more concise manner next time.
You can now re-bind your keys in Scholar. This is pretty new, so if there are any bugs please let me know either through Steam's forums or twitter @endo_of
Gameplay Tweaks:
- Fixed a bug where you spawn with 0 hp. The game is supposed to be challenging... but not that challenging
- You can now see what level each enemy is.
- Some weaker spells have gotten buffs.
- If a spell states it can be combined with others, it can now be combined with ALL schools of magic. Not just some
- Your file select screen will now tell you how many spells you've found (26 in total as of this build)
What's Next?
Next up I'm going to finish the Fire Domain. With the launch of the Fire Domain will also come ROGUELIKE MODE!
Whooooo! Roguelike mode will be an endless mode where if you die, you lose everything. But every chest and puzzle you find will next you unique rewards. It can be boosts to damage, more hp, and of course spells upon spells upon spells.
I think Roguelike mode is what will give Scholar it's legs so I'm really excited to share it with everyone. The game will be launching to Early Access soon, so not only will the Beta testers be able to play, it will soon be available to all!
Till next time Scholars,
-Endo
Devlog 8 | Designing Scholar's Boss Fights
Hey Scholars!
This devlog reviews two of Scholar's Boss Fights. You'll also get a sneak peak at some strategies to defeat them!
Devlog 7 | Exploring the Open World in 2D Games
Hey Scholars!
This devlog goes over the struggles of making an open world that's fun to explore when your character's viewpoint is fixed. It'll give you a peak at some of the puzzles you'll find in the game and an interesting mechanic that let's you get a vantage point. Enjoy!
Devlog 6 | The first 26 spells in Scholar!
Hey Scholars!
This devlog goes over a whole bunch of spells that you can find in the game. Take a look at what you can expect!!
Devlog 5 | Status Effects
Big update! Status effects are being added to the game!
Check out the latest devlog below to get a preview of what's to come.
