The latest update is live! Below is everything available now!
Patch Notes
Lounge
Lounge Implementation
Added the migration from the Lounge to the Sub-lounge.
Added a system to start the game from the Sub-lounge.
Modification and optimization of character models and weapons to allow 8 people to appear in the lounge at the same time.
Mod
Oculus Quest is now supported.
The selected mod is now displayed on the result screen after the game ends.
Improved the UI to show the description of downloaded Mods.
Emotion
Added the Emotion feature (display of faces and short text).
New Weapons
Added “Suzaku” and “Phoenix” katanas.
Game Updates
Changed the preparation room menu.
Changed to a new IK system.
Fixed the position of the sword's grip point and logic in the new IK system.
Fixed an error that prevented communication to be made.
Fixed the UI for the equipment slots.
Added support for Oculus Quest voice chat feature.
Added support for voice chat among other platforms
Oculus Quest: improved the issue where sound suddenly stops.
Oculus Quest: improved the issue where the game suddenly crashes.
Oculus Quest: improved the overall frame rate.
Issues scheduled to be fixed in the future
Improvement of the sound quality
Improvement for some parts of the new IK system:
Difficulty to take knives from shoulder.
Some of the character’s body behaviors are awkward.
Oculus Quest: improvement of the silence issue when recording through the system.
[Annoucement] Update Delay for "SWORD of GARGANTUA" Steam version
The update scheduled for today will be subject to delay due to final verification work. We will inform you as soon as the update will be available for download.
Flaming Swords light up the next big update!
Our next big update is coming very soon, and we're adding some new exciting weapons; a pair of flaming samurai swords! Slicing up some baddies with these katanas is gonna be fun.
Meet the 2 new swords, with flames engraved in their designs...
Suzaku and Phoenix are both one-handed swords: - Suzaku: An attack type sword with a length similar to regular swords. - Phoenix: A defensive type with a length similar to shortswords.
When you use them together as a combo not only will you look good, but you will be a tough battle for any gargantuan enemy.
We'll be holding an event where you can earn these swords in-game individually.
Lightsword Strikes Back!
Finally, the time has come! The next Quest Event will start soon!
This time the event will take place with the following rules:
・Only LVL 3 weapons can be used. ・Players who don't have a LVL 3 weapon will be given one for the event period.
How to Participate Click on the "Event" button on the menu and select "[Join Fight] Evil Forces Eradication"
Once the total points of the players who took part in the event reaches the goal, you will be rewarded with an amazing Lightsword at the end of the event!
Event Period From Friday, 10th of April 01:00am to Monday, 27th of April 07:00am PST
Rewards Total goal of 100000pts：Lightsword (Blue) Total goal of 300000pts：Lightsword (Red) Total goal of 500000pts：Lightsword (Green)
Please Note Only players who have cleared the event at least once are eligible for rewards. Weapons acquired in this event can only be used in "DOJO mode" and "Protect Mana Plant mode".
One of the players' favourite weapon is coming back in the Adventure Mode shop! If you haven't bought it yet, this is your chance!
Event Period From Friday, 10th of April (after the update) to Monday, 27th of April (before the update)
Limited Edition Items 5000 coins：Lightsword (Blue) 10000 coins：Lightsword (Red) 30000 coins：Lightsword (Green) ※Coin is the in-game currency and you can earn it while playing.
Please Note Items purchased during the event can be used only in the Adventure mode, single or multiplayer. The shop and the items on sale appearance is random.
- All swords held by enemies can now be used when they are defeated. - Fixed a bug that prevented rewards for plays that joined an Adventure mid-game through a help request. - Added in-game feature for Mods (alpha version). ※Alpha not currently avalable on Quest version.
- Fixed a bug where Crimson Rapier could not be equipped. - Fixed a bug where the tunnel vision effect was not displayed on Oculus Quest. - Fixed a bug where coins would not add when selling weapons. - Adjusted the angle of the Shop's product panel in Adventure Mode. - Added new weapons for the event.
Patch Notes - February 21 - Ver.1.2.8.24936
1.2.8.24936 Patch Notes:
・Made adjustments to rankings ・General Maintenance
On February 27th, we will be conducting maintenance on the game from 11:00PM. The maintenance is scheduled to take an hour, and during that time, log-in will not be available for the game.
We thank you for your understanding, and apologize for any inconvenience.
A New Shield with a Special Guest!
EVENT MODE
New Challenge! The shield created in collaboration with our fan Shia Minase is finally here!
During this event there aren't any restrictions on levels and weapons types, so everyone can join in!
How to Participate To have a chance to win the prize, click on the Event button in the menu and select "[Challenge] SoG Ambassador Shia Minase" .
When the total points reaches the goal, you will receive the "Shia Minase Shield" as a apecial reward.
Event Period From Friday, 14th February 01:00am to Thursday, 12th March 07:00am PST
Reward 30000pts goal：Shia Minase Shield
Please note The rewards obtained during this event can be used only in the Quest mode, single and multiplayer.
Only for a limited time, "Shia Minase Shield" will be available for purchase on the Adventure mode shop! Be sure to visit the shop and buy this original item created in collaboration with our fan Shia Minase.
Event Period From Friday, 14th February (after the update goes live) to Thursday, 13th March (before the update)
Limited edition items 30000 coins: Shia Minase Shield ※Coin is the in-game currency and can be earned while playing
Please note Items purchased during the event can be used only in the Adventure mode, single or multiplayer. The shop and the items on sale appearance is random.
Patch Notes - February 14 - Ver.1.2.8.24771
Version upgrade information:
Regarding health recovery from shields, the following rules have been implemented:
・While weapon is in a normal/cracked state: Health can be recovered when equipped.
・While weapon is broken: Health can not be recovered when equipped. Shield will automatically be removed to the available equipment slot, and can be equipped once more after clearing the current battle.
- Changed the menu UI. - Added the possibility to wear the shield on the waist. - Fixed sync so that other players can see if the shield is broken in multiplayer. - Added new weapons for the event. - Changed the items in the Adventure mode shop. - Fixed a bug that caused the player rank to be 1.
Important: About Taking Back Artifacts Thank you for your support and for playing "SWORDS of GARGANTUA".
We have an announcement regarding the artifacts of Adventure mode. In order to reduce inventory, we will change the characteristics of acquired artifacts as follows:
Update date and time Friday, 27th February 2020, 23:00 (scheduled)
Update contents ・All acquired and purchased artifacts will not be taken back with you after clearing the stage. ・Artifacts owned by the time of the update will be converted into coins after maintenance.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your understanding.
Unleash the Sun Blade!
EVENT MODE
A new quest is incoming!
The event will take place with the following rules:
・Only level 3 weapons can be used Players who do not own a level 3 weapon, don't worry! You will be given one for the event period.
How to Participate To join the quest click on the "[Join Fight] Operation Annihilation!" button in the menu.
When the total score of all the players who took part in the event reaches the goal, everyone will receive the "Sun Blade" as a reward after the event ends.
Event Period From Friday, 31st January 01:00am to Thursday, 13th February 07:00am PST
Target Goals Total of 100000pts：LVL1 Sun Blade Total of 250000pts：LVL2 Sun Blade Total of 500000pts：LVL3 Sun Blade
Please note Reward can be collected only by players who cleared the event at least once. The weapons received during this event can be used only in the Quest mode, single and multiplayer.
A special weapon will be available in the shop of the Adventure mode for a limited time! Be sure to get it while it's on sale!
Event period From Friday, 31st January (after the update) to Friday, 14th February (before the update goes live at around 11:00pm PST)
Limited edition weapons 5000coins：LVL1 Sun Blade 10000coins：LVL2 Sun Blade 30000coins：LVL3 Sun Blade ※Coin is the in-game currency and can be earned while playing
Please note Weapons bought during the event can be used only in the Adventure mode, single or multiplayer. The shop and the items on sale appearance is random.
