- Update 1.0.42 - 3 August 2025
Fixed an issue where Sentinel Furnace health was not displaying correctly.Added directional arrows to the fast travel drone for improved clarity.Fixed a visual glitch when using the special glasses in a section of the Old Barracks.Corrected typos in the Spanish localization.Fixed a statuette that wouldn’t disappear after being destroyed. Other minor fixes and general improvements.
- Update 1.0.4 - 20 June 2025
Hi there! 🗺️ Added a feature that displays statuettes on the map once you've paid the cartographer, essential for those aiming for 100% completion!Now you can jump back into the game and collect any missing statuettes you left behind!💀 Reduced Tournament boss HP if you've already defeated them in the world.🔧 Minor fixes and small improvements.
- Update 1.0.3 - 4 June 2025
Hi! We've been working hard on improving the map, and in this patch we're introducing a rework based on your feedback. 🗺️ The world now feels much more interconnected, with visible links between each map that guide players toward the next biome. This makes it easier to understand how to navigate from one area to the next. We’ve also added distinctive biome colors to make orientation and exploration more intuitive. 📍 We've added a button to center the map on the player's current area, helping you locate yourself more quickly. This works great alongside the map movement improvements we introduced in earlier updates. 🔧 We also fixed achievement-related bugs, where some were unlocking too early or incorrectly along with other minor fixes. Next, we'll be focusing on adding the feature that displays statuettes on the map once you've paid the cartographer, which will be essential for player…
- Update 1.0.2 - 23 May 2025
Hi there! We want to thank everyone who joined us during this first launch week and shared their constructive feedback with us! This update includes: ⚙️ General performance improvements for the game. 🗺️ Increased map movement speed. 🕹️ Added tutorials at the beginning to indicate that it's possible to air dash, use the hook with a melee strike, and use the Reconnaissance Bot in the Factory (to avoid potential confusion). 🔧 Fixed various bugs, including one that prevented switching the drone to travel to a checkpoint. 🏕️ Added a camp in the Frozen Peaks area, before reaching the city. 🏆 Achievements: beating the game on Hard now also unlocks Normal and Easy. (To make this happen, you need to load the save file with which you completed the game.) We're currently working on improving the map, as we believe it's an area that needs to be strengthened. We'll also add the feature where st…
- Update 1.0.12 - 17 May 2025
Performance improvements for the final boss encounter.
- The full release of Last Vanguard is now available! - 15 May 2025
Start your journey today in the full release of Last Vanguard — version 1.0 is live! Features: 🪖 28 epic bosses with hand-drawn animations and unique combat styles. 🧭 9 detailed biomes, each featuring exclusive enemies and mechanics. 🎮 15 weapon types that enhance and shape your combat style. 💪 A wide range of active and passive abilities, plus various helmets to customize your experience. Adapt your strategy and optimize your gear to create a playstyle that's uniquely yours! Save files from the Early Access version are fully compatible. To access the final area, you must either speak with The Old Man at the gates of the Coliseum or travel directly to the new zone located just outside the city. As for Steam Deck, the Steam team has confirmed that the technical issue affecting the tournament area has been resolved. Last Vanguard is now playable on Steam Deck! Thank you for being part…
- Last Vanguard's full release is coming on May 15th, 2025! - 30 April 2025
Hi there! After five years of development and six months in Early Access, we are excited to announce that the full 1.0 release is coming on May 15th! 🎉 We want to thank everyone who supported us during this time by purchasing the game and providing feedback. Without your help, this final launch would not have been possible! 🙌 Last Vanguard 1.0 includes: 🏰 A new area: The Palace of the Absolute Leader, a new place that unlocks after completing the Tournament. (Now a total of 9 different biomes!) ⚔️ Two new final bosses: The Herald and The Absolute Leader — bringing the total to 28 bosses! Three different difficulty modes: 🔹 Easy: Start with an extra life (from 5 to 8 maximum health with full progression), longer invulnerability time after taking a hit, and in the Tournament, you can charge energy to heal between each battle. 🌟 🔹Normal: The standard Last Vanguard experience. ⚔️ 🔹Ch…
- Update 0.5.1 - 8 March 2025
✅ Fixed visual issues in some transitions. ✅ Fixed a bug in a spot in the Forest of Ash. ✅ Fixed the health drone not working after changing scenarios because it was destroyed. ✅ Various minor fixes.
- Update 0.5.0 - 28 January 2025
🎮 Added the option to customize joystick and keyboard buttons. ✨ Minor adjustments. We appreciate your support during this phase! We're now focusing on other suggestions to improve the gameplay experience while working on the game's ending 🚀
- Update 0.4.2 - 17 January 2025
🛠️ General Optimization: Overall performance and stability have been improved. 🖥️ Added resolution customization in the settings menu. 🎮 Graphics Adjustments: 🔽 Low settings now provide significantly reduced visuals for better performance. ⚖️ Medium and high settings have been further refined. Medium settings now hide specific elements to enhance performance, especially in the arena. 🌍 Minor Fixes: Various small adjustments. While we’ve made significant efforts in optimization, we will continue to work on this area to further enhance performance and deliver an even better experience. We are currently working on button customization for an upcoming update, a highly requested feature from the community. We appreciate your continued support and feedback. Your input drives us as we work toward the game’s final release!
- Update 0.4.1 - 19 December 2024
Hi there! We've released a small update with some fixes and improvements: 🗺️ More quality-of-life improvements for the map. 🔫 In new runs, Scrapsmith will now drop a gun after your first victory against them, instead of requiring three encounters. We believe this will help improve the early-game difficulty curve. ☁️ Steam Cloud Save system is now enabled. 🛠️ Small fixes to enhance overall stability. We’re incredibly grateful for all the support we’ve received since our Early Access launch. We're committed to improving the game as we work towards the final release. Wishing you all Happy Holidays! Best regards, The Cool Tapir Studios Team
- Update 0.4.0 - 6 December 2024
Hi there! We've been working hard these past few weeks, focusing on improving the map system to enhance the gameplay experience. Here's what's new: 🔹 Custom Markers: You can now place personalized markers on the map, with a variety of models to choose from. 🔍 Zoom: We've added a zoom feature to improve upon the previous inefficient system. Navigate the map with greater ease and clarity! 🌫️ Fog of War: Instead of revealing the entire explored area, the map now gradually uncovers small sections as you progress. Unfortunately, this feature is only available in new playthroughs; existing save files will continue using the previous system. 🗺️ Cartographer: A new character will appear at your main base once you've built five shelters. For a fee, he can mark hidden upgrades on your map to aid your journey. 🚂 Fast travel trains now require you to discover the station in each biome before y…
- Update 0.3.0 - 14 November 2024
Hi! We’ve worked hard to improve important aspects of the game based on your feedback. This update brings numerous changes to make the initial experience more accessible and improve the difficulty curve. Improved difficulty curve: To make the early game less frustrating and more enjoyable, players now begin with four health points, which can increase to seven with dungeon upgrades. Additionally, after the initial defeat in the Tournament, players in new games must now pass through the tunnels to obtain a gun. This change does not affect current saves, as the weapon was already available but not mandatory. These adjustments will help new players start with stronger equipment and face a more balanced difficulty progression. In the future, we may add different difficulty levels for those seeking an even greater challenge. Enhanced starting area: We’ve reduced the health of some enemies in…
- Update 0.2.0 - 7 November 2024
General Optimization: Since the game's launch, we've been working hard to optimize performance. The game now runs more smoothly, though we are still working on reducing the initial loading screen time. What are we working on now? Our top priority right now is addressing the feedback we've received regarding the game's difficulty, the health of the final bosses, and the lack of money as a reward for defeating them. We are actively working to improve and optimize the bosses' health and make the overall gameplay more enjoyable. After balancing these aspects, we'll focus on refining the map to make it more intuitive and polishing the player experience. We appreciate your support, apologize for any inconveniences, and thank you for your patience. Our goal is to make the game as enjoyable and engaging as possible.
- Last Vanguard is now available in Early Access! - 5 November 2024
We’re excited to announce that you can embark on your Last Vanguard journey today! Features: 🪖 28 epic bosses with hand-drawn animations and unique combat styles. 🧭 9 detailed biomes, each with exclusive enemies and mechanics. 🎮 15 weapon types that adapt and enhance your combat style. 💪 A wide range of active and passive abilities, along with various helmets to personalize your experience. Adjust your strategy and optimize your gear to create a unique playstyle! Save files from the Early Access version are fully compatible. To access the final area, you must either speak with The Old Man at the gates of the Coliseum or travel directly to the new zone located just outside the city. As for Steam Deck, the Steam team has confirmed that the technical issue affecting the tournament area has been resolved. Last Vanguard is now officially Verified for Steam Deck!
- Last Vanguard is coming on November 5th! - 15 October 2024
Hi there! We’re excited to announce that Last Vanguard will enter Early Access on November 5th. This game is the result of five years of passionate work by a two-person team, entirely self-funded. With Early Access, we aim to work alongside the community to refine every detail and make the final version the best it can be. But don't worry, the Early Access release will include all core content, except for the final challenge (a standalone area), which will be added soon to put all the skills you've mastered throughout the game to the ultimate test. Features: 🪖 26 epic bosses with hand-drawn animations and diverse combat styles. 🧭 8 handcrafted biomes, each with unique enemies and mechanics. 🎮 15 weapon types that adapt and change your playstyle. 💪 A wide range of active and passive abilities, plus different helmets to customize your experience. Build your strategy by mixing and matc…
- We are at MGN! - 29 April 2024
We are going to join MGN indie game carnival online at April 30, 2024, 4:00 (PST)! Steam event link: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/mgn2024 Event Stream: https://www.youtube.com/@SteamParty https://live.acfun.cn/live/934542 Event process (PST): April 30 4:00 – Online conference May 1 - May 5 4:00 – Demo showcase At the same time, offline exhibitions will be opened simultaneously. Welcome to Xiamen International Conference & Exhibition Center, Xiamen, Fujian, China Experience the latest and most fun games live and have the opportunity to receive limited gifts. Offline exhibition time (PST) April 30 - May 1 17:00-1:00 Wishlist now!
- Live on Kickstarter! - 6 February 2023
After two years of hard work, the kickstarter proyect is live! Please consider supporting us Link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2075447698/last-vanguard-0
- Demo available now! - 3 May 2022
Now you can try an early demo of Last Vanguard a 2d metroidvania shooter based in a post apocalyptic world. We are coming to Kickstarter soon! Please consider following us. Kickstarter Pre-Launch Page: http://bit.ly/3jxhBPd
- Announcing Last Vanguard! - 30 March 2022
Hi! We are Cool Tapir, a team made of two persons. After some adjustments about the game style, we present Last Vanguard a 2d Metroidvania Shooter-Platformer with hand drawings animations. Gameplay: Features: Exploration: With freedom, different biomes with secret items, guns, foes and bosses. Make Friends and meet gorgeous places! Become a legend: Make your own strategy customizing your guns, active and passive abilities. Try your skills against more than 15 epic bosses. Dungeons: Beat differents classic-style dungeon Coming to KICKSTARTER! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2075447698/last-vanguard-0
