- Version 0.20230915.1: A farewell - 15 September 2023
Version 0.20230915.1: A farewell Hi folks, Before we started Doomsday, Jeff and I were drinking at the pub, and were toying around with ideas for businesses. Then, all of a sudden, I asked him, Jeff - "Mate, what if we started a video game studio?" Before Jeff had answered, I said to him "Actually, forget about it. I don't like my employees working through crunches to meet deadlines and every studio works through crunches to get releases and please publishers..." Jeff just casually laughed it off and said "So we'll just not have crunches..." I than immediately told him "You realise we have no idea what we're doing, this thing will never make money..." Jeff just laughed for a good minute and said "Yea mate, we'll lose everything on this, but it'll be fun!" And fun it was. For nearly four years. For four years we've funded the entire studio, learning from every failure and mistake along tโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230818.1: Auto-Aim Awesomeness, Victor's Bestiary, and more!๐ - 21 August 2023
๐ Version 0.20230818.1: Auto-Aim Awesomeness, Victor's Bestiary, and a Trove of Enhancements! ๐ Greetings, Keepers! Before we delve into this weeks massive patch, you'd have noticed we didn't have a release last week, that's because we felt like the improvement to the controller control scheme wasn't up to scratch and we just didn't want to release a half baked feature. In addition, we won't have releases for the next month as we're preparing a major patch and will need some time to refine and work the features before we push them out. As always things may change as we get more and more feedback. Now, to our patch notes! Version 0.20230818.1: ๐น ๐ฎ Major Update: Auto-Aim for Range Attack ๐ฎ: Experience precision like never before! The power of auto-aim now enhances your range attacks, guiding your shots with unparalleled accuracy. Let your arrows find their mark effortlessly as you unโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230804.1: Savory Quests, Refreshing Tutorials, and more!๐ - 6 August 2023
๐ Version 0.20230804.1: Savory Quests, Refreshing Tutorials, and Ignis' Fierce Upgrades! ๐ Greetings, Keepers! Behold our latest update, version 0.20230804.1, a feast of enticing quests, informative tutorials, and empowering upgrades: ๐น Savory Quests with Eliza: Delve into the Pluma's Edge Delicacy and Keenery Upgrade Quest Series with Eliza, The Butcher. Savor the thrilling challenges as you complete previous quests to unlock these delectable adventures. Bon appรฉtit! ๐ฝ๏ธ ๐น Refreshing Tutorials: We've crafted new tutorials that offer bite-sized explanations, replacing the old ones. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a newcomer, these guides will be there to aid you on your journey. You can also run "Reset Data" in the options menu to enjoy the tutorial afresh. ๐๐ ๐น Ignis' Melee Attack Upgrades: Ignis' Melee Attack has evolved! Experience the might of fierce upgrades that groโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230728.1: Unveiling Eliza, Side Quests, and more!๐ - 30 July 2023
๐ Version 0.20230728.1: Unveiling Eliza, Side Quests, and more! ๐ Greetings, Keepers! Prepare yourselves for our latest update, version 0.20230728.1, a trove of thrilling interactions and exhilarating quests: ๐น Eliza, The Butcher: A new enigmatic figure emerges - Eliza, The Butcher. Engage in intriguing interactions as you uncover the secrets that shroud her existence and her connection to Pluma's Edge. Forge a bond with this enigmatic character as she welcomes you into her world. ๐ก๏ธ๐ฌ ๐น Unravel the Tales: The world of Ashes of the Phoenix comes alive with new NPC dialogues. Discover the depths of each character's persona and their intricate links to Pluma's Edge. Embrace the lore and immerse yourself in the tapestry of the story that unfolds before you. ๐๐งญ ๐น Quests of Destiny: Embark on four new side quests generously offered by Eliza. Challenge your wits, valor, and determinatโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230721.1: Abilities, New NPCs, and UI Marvels! ๐ - 23 July 2023
๐ Version 0.20230721.1: Refining Phoenix Abilities, Welcoming New NPCs, and UI Marvels! ๐ Greetings, esteemed Keepers! We're thrilled to present our latest update, version 0.20230721.1, enriched with exciting changes and wondrous additions: ๐น Refining Phoenix Abilities: Embrace the new era of focused combat as you adapt your strategies to the ever-evolving world of Ashes of the Phoenix! ๐ฏ ๐น Welcoming New NPCs: The Village now hosts two distinguished personalities, Atticus, the Elder Sage, and Lyra, the Foreseer. Seek their wisdom, embrace their guidance, and unravel the secrets they hold within their hearts. The world of Ashes of the Phoenix is enriched with their presence! ๐ฅ ๐น Enriched Shopping Experience: Your shopping ventures have transformed! Meet Atticus and Lyra, who now house the Passive Buff Shop and Card Upgrade Shop, respectively. A treasure trove of enhancements awaitโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230714.1: Dazzling Icons, World Map, and Improved Rewards!๐ - 14 July 2023
๐ Version 0.20230714.1: Dazzling Icons, World Map Overhaul, and Improved Rewards! ๐ Greetings, Keepers! We're delighted to unveil our latest update, version 0.20230714.1, packed with stunning visual upgrades and rewarding improvements: ๐น Dazzling Icons: Feast your eyes upon a collection of brand-new icons! We've adorned Spell Attachments and two PU Cards (Warrior's Stance & Mage's Wit) with captivating symbols that truly reflect their essence. Let these icons guide you towards greatness! โจ ๐น World Map Overhaul: Prepare to embark on an even grander journey! Our world map has received a remarkable transformation, presenting you with a fresh perspective and a renewed sense of adventure. Chart your path and conquer the realms of Ashes of the Phoenix with style! ๐บ๏ธ ๐น New Look for Phoenix Selection Screen: Behold a revamped Phoenix Selection Screen, where the essence of the phoenix is cโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230707.1: Enhanced Mods, Spell Attachments, and more!๐ - 7 July 2023
๐ Version 0.20230707.1: Enhanced Modifiers, Spell Attachments, Chest Indicators, and Fierce Spider Update! ๐ Greetings, Keepers! Oh boy have we got the exciting one coming.,. As always, we've been taking feedback to heart and are working on polishing the initial game experience as well as adding some explosive fun in the form of spell augments called "attachments" read the details below. And keepers, we rarely ever ask, but if you like what we're doing leave us a positive review, if you have suggestion let us know in the discussions section, we read everything! Also you would have noticed we didn't have a release last week. It's because one of the reviews we got stirred a discussion that sparked a whole lot of new unplanned feature development we really wanted to bring to you ASAP. So this weeks release is bigger than usual! So without further ado ๐น Enhanced Modifier PowerUps: We'veโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230623.1: A New Biome, Adjustments, and Bug Extermination!๐ - 24 June 2023
๐ Version 0.20230623.1: Unveiling a New Biome, Adjustments, and Bug Exterminations! ๐ Greetings, Keepers! We're thrilled to present you with our latest update, version 0.20230623.1, that's packed with fresh content, adjustments, and bug fixes: ๐น ๐ Grand Unveiling - A New Biome ๐: Brace yourselves for a groundbreaking challenge! We've expanded the world of Ashes of the Phoenix, introducing an array of menacing new monsters, an innovative mechanic, and a formidable boss within a whole new biome. This substantial addition marks a bold new chapter in your adventure. Get ready to brave the unknown and conquer the new! ๐ณ ๐น Passive Buff Price Adjustment: We've balanced the costs of our passive buffs for a fairer, more strategic game. ๐ฐ ๐น Orchidomon, The Mutant Plant: This boss from the first biome got a makeover - adjusted attack pattern and difficulty. It's time for a rematch! ๐บ ๐นโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230616.1: New Buffs, Enhanced Visuals, and Squashed Bugs! ๐ - 16 June 2023
๐ Version 0.20230616.1: New Buffs, Enhanced Visuals, and Squashed Bugs! ๐ Happy Friday, Keepers! We're back with yet another exciting update, version 0.20230616.1, packed with fresh content and improvements: ๐น New Passive Buffs - Arcane Awakening & Keeper's Vigor: Spell casting now packs an extra punch with bonus damage from Arcane Awakening, and Keeper's Vigor keeps your health ticking up over time. More power to you! ๐ช ๐น Hitbox Perfection: Both player and enemies have seen hitbox improvements for a more precise and fair battle experience. Let the accurate strikes begin! ๐ฏ ๐น Damage Popup Upgrade: We've made damage texts bigger and more colorful, signifying different elements. Also, critical hits will now make a stronger impact. It's all about the drama! ๐ญ Of course, we've also been busy fixing some bugs: ๐ Enemy Knockback Restriction: Enemies can no longer be knocked back outsโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230609.1: Smarter Enemies, Tweaks, and New Passive Buffs ๐ - 9 June 2023
๐ Version 0.20230609.1: Smarter Enemies, Handy Tweaks, and New Passive Buffs! ๐ Hey there, intrepid Keepers! Ready for another round of updates? We're thrilled to present version 0.20230609.1: ๐น Obstacle-Avoiding Enemies: We've fine-tuned our enemies to be more nimble, allowing them to avoid obstacles. It's time to put your strategic maneuvering to the test! ๐ง ๐น Controlled Projectiles: Say goodbye to stray projectiles! They now self-destruct when straying too far from Ignis. This should keep things neat and tidy! ๐ฅ ๐น New Passive Buffs - Spell Damage Bonus and Projectile Travel Speed: Amp up your magic with the Spell Damage Bonus, and watch your projectiles zip across the battlefield faster than ever! ๐ฏ But that's not all! We're elbows deep in crafting an even richer game world: ๐ Expanding Biomes: We're adding new biomes with unique enemies and bosses to keep your adventures exโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230602.1: Loading Screen and Coin Bags Revamp, Bug Fixes, and ๐ - 4 June 2023
๐ Humble Mini Update: Loading Screen and Coin Bags Revamp, Bug Fixes, and More! ๐ Hello there, Keepers! We're bringing you a modest update today as we gear up for something much bigger and bolder on the horizon. Here's what's new: ๐น Loading Screen Enhancement: We've given our loading screen a little makeover, adding handy texts and a "Press Any Key to Start" prompt. We want your adventure to start on the right foot! ๐ ๐น Coin Bag Upgrade: You'll now find coin drops in the form of a Coin Bag when the value is 5 or more. A small change, but one that's sure to make your treasure hauls even more exciting! ๐ฐ On the bug-fixing front, we've tackled a few hitches: ๐ Boss Teleportation Fixed: We've resolved an issue where players weren't teleporting to the boss after completing a raid in the DarkForest. Now, you'll be right where you need to be when the action heats up! Consider this updatโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230526.1: New Spells, Savvy Tweaks, and Squashed Bugs! ๐ - 26 May 2023
Greetings, valiant Keepers! We're rolling out our major update in version 0.20230526.1, and we're excited for you to dive in: ๐น New Support Spell - Lifestealer: Steal health from your enemies and add it to your own! It's survival of the fittest out here, after all. ๐พ ๐น Enter the Village: We've swapped "New Game" for "Enter Village" in the main menu. A small change, but it feels more like home, doesn't it? ๐ ๐น Boss Coin Pocketed: Who has time to pick up coins? After defeating a boss, their coin bounty now goes directly into your pocket. Efficient and satisfying! ๐ฐ ๐น Smart Projectiles: Our piercing projectiles just got an upgrade - they now split every time they hit an enemy. Talk about a splitting headache for your foes! ๐ฅ And, we've been busy swatting some pesky bugs: ๐ Plant Boss Hit Detection: Fixed an issue where projectiles occasionally missed the Plant Boss. No more luckyโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230519.1: Bullet Hell Upgrades, Gold Galore, and More! ๐ - 19 May 2023
๐ Version 0.20230519.1: Bullet Hell Upgrades, Gold Galore, and More! ๐ Hello once again, brave Keepers! We've been tinkering behind the scenes and we're thrilled to share our latest improvements in version 0.20230519.1: ๐น Bullet Hell Level Up: Bullet Hell now maxes out at level 2. But wait, there's more! At maximum level, bullets split into 3 after every hit. Triple the fun, triple the chaos! ๐ฅ ๐น Gold in Hand: Several Modifier PUs - namely Blood Money, Cold Steel, The Blight, Savage, and On It - now grant gold directly instead of affecting Gold Value/Rate. It's instant gratification at its finest! ๐ฐ ๐น New Passive Buff - Projectile Pierce: Our bullets just got a whole lot smarter! They can now pierce through multiple enemies. The more, the merrier! ๐ฏ ๐น Soak 'em Longer: We're making a splash with our Drenched Spell - the duration has been extended by 5 seconds! That's 5 more secoโฆ
- ๐ Version 0.20230512.1: Spells, Fixes, and a Bit of Fun! ๐ - 12 May 2023
๐ Version 0.20230512.1: New Spells, Fixes, and some good ol' Fun! ๐ Hey Keepers! We're back with another lively update, full of tweaks and enhancements. As always, we've been listening to your feedback and we think you're going to love what we've done in version 0.20230512.1: ๐น New Spell - Bullet Hell: We've added this brand new spell with unique icons for clarity. And don't worry, the blood effect is no more. We agree it was a little over the top! ๐ฅ ๐น New Spell - Drenched: Introducing a fresh spell with improved effects, a modified duration, and a shiny new icon. It's all about soaking the competition! ๐ ๐น Spell Sound Effects: LavaTrail, Drenched, and Bullet Hell now come with their own SFX. We're enhancing the immersion one sound at a time! ๐ต ๐น Melee Indicator: Now appears on the closest enemy in 3x range, for a bit of strategic advantage. โ๏ธ ๐น Enemy Configuration: We've revโฆ
- Version 0.20230505.1: New Support Spell, Enhancements & Bugfixes - 5 May 2023
๐ 0.20230505.1: New Support Spell, Enhancements & Bugfixes ๐ Hey Keepers! We've got another exciting update for you, packed with a new spell, improvements, and bugfixes! Here's what's new in version 0.20230505.1: ๐น New Support Spell: Lava Trail added for more strategic gameplay! ๐ฅ ๐น Support Spells: Duration indicator now available, including for Holy Flame! โณ ๐น Improvements: Spell Upgrade screen now displays Cooldown, Duration, and Burn Rate info when applicable! ๐งโโ๏ธ ๐น Bugfix: BGM no longer plays for a split second when opening the game with muted BGM! ๐ถ ๐น Bugfix: Escape button now functions correctly, no longer redirecting back to pause menu during battle! โ We hope you enjoy these changes, Keepers! As always, your feedback is invaluable to us. Don't hesitate to share your thoughts and suggestions with the team. Happy adventuring! ๐ฎ๐น๏ธ
- Version 0.20230428.1: Quality of Life Improvements & Spell overhaul! - 28 April 2023
๐ Hey Keepers! ๐ We've got a slightly smaller but still exciting update for you this time, as we're hard at work on future features and preparing a roadmap to share with our amazing community! Here's what's new in version 0.20230428.1: ๐น Random Fireball Spawn: Now implemented for more fiery action! ๐ฅ ๐น Battle Player Collider: Adjusted for better gameplay! ๐ฅ ๐น ResetData: Moved to the bottom in Settings for better organization! โ๏ธ ๐น Dynamic Size Tooltip: Implemented for Spell Assign! ๐งโโ๏ธ ๐น Ring Of Fire: Completely overhauled based on player feedback! ๐๐ฅ We hope you enjoy these changes, Keepers! As always, your feedback is invaluable to us. Don't hesitate to share your thoughts and suggestions with the team. Stay tuned for our upcoming roadmap, and happy adventuring! ๐ฎ๐น๏ธ
- Version 0.20230421.1 Out of the Oven! - 21 April 2023
๐ Hey Keepers! ๐ We've got another exciting update for you, packed with improvements and fixes! Here's what's new in version 0.20230421.1: ๐น Controller Support! - 1st Iteration is here (give us your feedback)! ๐น๏ธ ๐น Controller: Bullet Stays in Middle Fix: First shot issue resolved! ๐ฏ ๐น Keybinding for Controller: Added in Settings! ๐ฎ ๐น Spell Description: Adjusted size for better readability! ๐ ๐น Achievement Update: Navigation improved when claimed! ๐ ๐น Achievement Claim Fix: Can now be claimed without issues! ๐ ๐น Wolfie Burn Fix: No more unintended burning! ๐บ๐ฅ ๐น Glacies Data: Completed and ready to go! โ๏ธ ๐น Glacies Animation: New sprite added! ๐ฆ
โ๏ธ ๐น Glacies UI: Added for a frosty touch! ๐บโ๏ธ ๐น Ring Of Fire: New effect implemented! ๐๐ฅ ๐น Flame Ray Spell: Visual updated & duration fixed! ๐ฅ ๐น Hit Impact: Updated for melee and range attacks! ๐ฅ ๐น Burn Description: Aโฆ
- โ๏ธ A Blizzard is Comingโ๏ธ - 16 April 2023
๐ Attention, Keepers! ๐ A chilling surprise is on the horizon! Brace yourselves for an icy new adventure as we present a sneak peek of our upcoming feature! โ๏ธ๐ฅ๐ฆ Get ready to shiver with excitement as a unique ice-themed spirit, complete with its own strengths, weaknesses, and an icy playstyle that will leave your enemies frozen in fear! โ๏ธ๐ง This icy friend is not just a cool reskin of our beloved fiery counterpart, but a completely different creature that's ready to soar into your game experience. Bundle up, Keepers, and prepare to embrace the cold as you master the icy powers of this brand new spirit! ๐ช๐ฅถ Keep an eye out for it's release in the coming weeks, and don't forget to share your excitement and thoughts with us! We can't wait to see how you'll adapt to this frosty new playstyle, Keepers. Happy adventuring, and stay frosty! ๐ฎ๐น๏ธโ๏ธ
- Version 0.20230414.1 INCOMMING! - 14 April 2023
๐ Hey Keepers! ๐ We've got another exciting update for you, packed with improvements and fixes! Here's what's new in version 0.20230414.1: ๐น Melee now burnsssss (IGNIS): Melee now has 50% chance to cause burn! ๐ฅ ๐น IGNIS' passive REWORKED: Updated the text as well for better clarity! โจ ๐น Burn rate: Adjusted for spells and attack! ๐ฅ ๐น Bat hitbox: Made smaller for better accuracy! ๐ฆ ๐น Burn effect: Added to multiple spells and attacks! ๐ฅ ๐น Explosion effect (IGNIS): Added when hitting burnt enemy with ranged attack! ๐ฃ ๐น Bomb spell: Updated for a more exciting experience! ๐ฃ ๐น Achievement button's effect: Updated in main menu! ๐ ๐น Level up animation: Toned down for smoother gameplay! ๐ ๐น Passive Buff Icon: Implemented for better visibility! ๐ ๐น Controller support (WIP): We're working hard on bringing you full controller support, while still disabled in game, it's coming nโฆ
- ๐ธ Version 0.20230407.1 is now live! ๐ธ - 7 April 2023
๐ Hey there, Keepers! ๐ We at Doomsday Device Studios have been working hard to make your game experience even more enjoyable. Check out these wonderful updates we've prepared for you! ๐ ๏ธ ๐ธ Version 0.20230407.1 is now live! ๐ธ ๐น Mana Bloom: A new power-up has been added! ๐ธ ๐น New Cutscene: Dive deeper into our immersive story! ๐ฌ ๐น Movement speed tweaks: Enjoy smoother and more responsive gameplay! ๐จ ๐น Balancing updates: Adjustments for Move Speed and Melee Attack Speed Passive Buffs as well as new buff data presentation in the UI! โ๏ธ ๐น New buffs & power-ups: Empower your Keeper with incredible new buffs! ๐ฅ ๐น New particle effects: Spells like Level Up and Fireball have never looked better! ๐ Prepare to explore an even more exciting world, Keepers! Stay tuned for more thrilling changes and updates coming your way. Keep on keeping on! ๐น๏ธ As always, we're always excited to heโฆ
