- PATCH 1.0.2 NOW LIVE - 27 May 2026
PATCH - UPDATE NOTESHello everyone!First of all, we want to thank everyone who has played the game, enjoyed it, and taken the time to be part of our community. A new update is now live, featuring several technical adjustments and improvements. This patch focuses on refining gameplay systems to ensure a smoother and more stable experience.We'll continue taking care of the forums to make sure everything is running smoothly. We appreciate your continued support as we work on further polishing the game. Below are the main changes included in this version:The Occultist - V.1.0.2.6Crash Fixes & StabilityMansion Painting Room: Relocated the canvases within the room to prevent crashes and eliminate confusion regarding the purpose of free painting.Main Menu Stability: Fixed a crash that could occur when returning to the Main Menu immediately after picking up items.Lighthouse Puzzle: Resolved spe…
- Community Spotlight | Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss is OUT NOW! - 16 April 2026
Hello everyone!While we continue to unravel the forbidden rituals of Godstone, a different kind of darkness has emerged from the Pacific abyss. Our friends at Big Bad Wolf have just launched their Lovecraftian thriller: Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss.As fans of atmospheric horror, we’re incredibly excited for this release. The game takes you to a futuristic 2053 where cosmic abominations and ancient secrets await in the sunken city of R'lyeh.If you enjoy the tension and mystery of The Occultist, we highly recommend diving into this deep-sea nightmare. It’s time to test your sanity against the influence of the Great Old One!Support the team and check out the launch trailer below:Let’s show them the strength of the horror community! PLAY NOW:
- The Occultist HotFix | V.1.0.1.5 - 15 April 2026
Hello everyone!Thank you so much for your patience and all your feedback!New update is live now featuring several technical adjustments and improvements!V.1.0.1.5GameplayResolved a stability issue when pausing the game while using the pendulum's third ability.Fixed an issue where achievement components would fail to respawn after changing zones.Fixed a bug where enemies could occasionally spawn through the floor geometry.Adjusted QTE input windows to ensure players have sufficient time to react before failing.Improved the interaction system when picking up items located inside drawers.Fixed a crash that occurred in the Orphanage when a puzzle was saved with an incorrect item placed.Technical & PerformanceEnhanced the painting system mechanics within the Hospital area for better consistency.Improved overall camera and input stability during high-intensity combat situations.Refined AI nav…
- Deluxe Pack Update | SOUNDTRACK - 14 April 2026
Deluxe Pack Issue SolvedDue to a previous issue, the soundtrack was not properly accessible for players who owned this edition. This has now been fully resolved, and you should be able to access it as intended.We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and truly appreciate your patience while we worked on fixing this. Thank you for your continued support!We hope you enjoy the soundtrack as much as we enjoyed creating it.DALOAR Team
- PATCH 1.0.1 NOW LIVE - 13 April 2026
PATCH - UPDATE NOTESHello everyone!First of all, we want to thank everyone who has played the game, enjoyed it, and taken the time to be part of our community. Seeing you explore the city of Godstone and connect with it truly means a lot to us.A new update is now live, featuring several technical adjustments and improvements. This patch focuses on refining gameplay systems to ensure a smoother and more stable experience.We'll continue taking care of the forums to make sure everything is running smoothly. We appreciate your continued support as we work on further polishing the game. Below are the main changes included in this version:The Occultist - V.1.0.1.2Gameplay & PuzzlesPuzzle Optimization: Adjusted the speed of puzzle mechanics for better consistency.Quest Rewards: Fixed an issue where a reward item would remain floating after completing a quest.Solved an issue where some quest it…
- Quick Update: Fixes & Improvements in Progress - 11 April 2026
Hi everyone, A huge thank you for your feedback! We are working hard to address the issues you’ve reported. A patch is currently in development, focusing on two of our top priorities: Deluxe Edition: We are aware of the issue regarding the missing soundtrack in the Deluxe Edition. The Soundtrack will appear in your library as soon as the fix is implemented. We apologize for the inconvenience. Additionally, we are working on a fix for the crash affecting the Deluxe Edition on XboxStability & Performance: We are optimizing memory usage and improving camera smoothness via Steam Input (including specific tweaks for Steam Deck)Visual & Gameplay Fixes: We are actively investigating the boss spawning bugs and fixing the "black lines" on inspectable objects for PS5 ProWe're also refining puzzle mechanics and cleaning up environment clarity based on your suggestions as well as other general impr…
- THE OCCULTIST IS OUT NOW - 8 April 2026
The Gates of Godstone are Open: The Occultist is OUT NOW! 📿It’s hard to put into words what this moment means for us at DALOAR Studios. We started this project back in 2021 with a very clear vision: to create a horror story that stays with you long after you turn off the screen. As an indie studio, this is our first project, and we’ve put everything we have into making Godstone Island a place worth exploring.Into Godstone IslandYou are Alan Rebels. For years, Alan has used his pendulum to find what others couldn't, but this time it’s personal. He’s on Godstone to find his father, and you’re going with him.The Faces Behind Godstone IslandWe wanted to share a little bit of us with you. Below, you’ll see a glimpse into our world at the studio, the people who have been building Alan’s story day by day. This project is a piece of us, and we are so grateful to have such a dedicated team and…
- Остров мистики и загадок: Обзор The Occultist - 8 April 2026
Испанские разработчики с завидной регулярностью поставляют мистические хоррор-приключения. The Occultist от студии DALOAR , выпущенная при поддержке Daedalic Entertainment , не стала исключением.
- Godstone Awaits: Watch the Official Launch Trailer - 2 April 2026
The Island is Calling: Official Launch Trailer 📿🕯️We are just 6 days away from launch, and today is a very emotional day for us at DALOAR Studios. We’ve finally released the Official Launch Trailer for The Occultist, and we can’t wait for you to see it.This trailer captures the essence of what we’ve been building: the psychological tension, the weight of Alan’s memories, and the oppressive presence of Godstone Island. We wanted to show you a more intimate side of the story: Alan in a quiet moment, surrounded by his notes, unable to escape the ghosts of his past.Many of you already know that Doug Cockle has been the voice of Alan Rebels since the very beginning of this journey. Hearing his incredible performance in this cinematic setting still gives us goosebumps, and it perfectly anchors the personal, character-driven story we want to tell.Launch Details:The Occultist officially arriv…
- 7 Days Until Godstone Island Opens its Gates - 1 April 2026
The Final Countdown: 7 Days to Launch!The wait is almost over. In exactly one week, on April 8th, The Occultist will officially launch on Steam.What started as a journey to find a missing father will lead you into the heart of Godstone Island, a place frozen in time since 1950. As Alan Rebels, you won't just be exploring an abandoned town; you’ll be stepping into a nightmare fueled by macabre rituals and restless spirits.What awaits you in Godstone?📿 Master the Mystic Pendulum: Use its 4 unique mechanics to alter your environment and reveal secrets hidden from the human eye.🕯️ Next-Gen Atmospheric Horror: Experience a hauntingly beautiful world built in Unreal Engine 5, where every shadow tells a story.🕵️♂️ Pure Narrative Stealth: Alan is an investigator, not a soldier. Use your wits and stealth to outsmart entities that cannot be defeated by force.🎼 A Haunting Soundtrack: Immerse…
- The Occultist is part of Future Game Show! - 13 March 2026
The Occultist featured at Future Games Show – GDC Edition!We’re excited to share that The Occultist was showcased during the Future Games Show – GDC Edition, part of the GDC Festival of Gaming!The event brought together more than 40 upcoming games from studios around the world, featuring exclusive trailers, announcements, and developer spotlights. We’re proud that The Occultist was among the titles presented to players and industry professionals during this global showcase.📅 Reminder: The Occultist launches on April 8🎥 Watch the showcase video here: DALOAR team
- Release Date Announcement - 5 March 2026
Heyho everyone, we are extremely proud to finally be able to share the Release Date of the Occultist with all of you: We are releasing the Occultist on the 8th of April. Yes - that is really soon, which is why we have some more insights into the development prepared - in form of a new developer diary video: We are looking forward to show you what we have been working on in the recent years and to listen to all of your feedback! See you in April! Daloar & Daedalic Entertainment
- The Occultist Demo Update Log #4 - 3 March 2026
Version: 133.1Implemented:Implemented Steam InputThe Occultist Team
- New Demo Updated for the Steam Next Fest! - 23 February 2026
We’re excited to announce that we’ll be participating in the upcoming Steam Next Fest! To make sure everyone has the best possible experience during the event, we’ve implemented several new features and improvements, along with important fixes and optimizations. Below you’ll find a summary of the latest updates included in this build:Version: 132.1.13786Improvements:Some optimisations were made overallImprovements on the general scalability of the gameImplemented:Ultrawide compatibilityDLSS Frame GenerationNvidia ReflexFSR3Fixed:FSR behaviour fixesXESS implementation fixesMinor bugs fixed on the options menuThe Occultist Team
- The Occultist Demo Update Log #2 - 12 February 2026
Version: 130.2Fixes:Fixed a collision outside the house where you can fall into the voidThe Occultist Team
- Thank You for Playing The Occultist Demo! - 19 January 2026
Thank You for Playing The Occultist Demo 🕯️We want to take a moment to sincerely thank everyone who played the The Occultist demo during Steam Detective Fest 2026 ːsteamhappyːSeeing so many of you explore Godstone Island, experience its atmosphere, and share your impressions with us has been incredibly rewarding for the entire team.Every message, comment, and piece of feedback we received during the festival has helped us better understand the experience from a player’s perspective and is already guiding our next steps.Now the festival has come to an end and this experience has been a very important milestone for us. We’re taking everything we’ve learned and applying it to development as we continue working on improving and polishing the game.Our main goals are:Improve overall scalability and optimizationCompatibility with Ultra-Wide MonitorsIf you’d like to stay in touch, talk with us…
- The Occultist Demo Update Log #1 - 15 January 2026
Version: 126.5.13358 Adjustments:Adjusted the duration and difficulty of the balance on the river.Adjusted the time window of the QTE on the Barn. Fixes:Fixed poping animation in forest.Fixed interactive icon position in different languages.Fixed roughness on some meshes.Fixed a crash related to changing graphic settings on the forest.Fixed some flashlight and lights issues.Fixed some collisions.Fixed texture popping on some important meshes.Fixed XESS Mode implementation. Fixed language with sub strings and fix over resolutions.Fixed a game blocker when opening the inventory while on a interactable object.Improvements:Optimized culling on the ocean meshes.Improvements on the general scalabilty of the game.Acknowledge:FSR3 not working correctly on AMD Graphic cards. We're working on a patch.With NIS upscaling method, using a Screen Percentage outside of the range it would crash.Thanks t…
- The Occultist Public Demo is Live at Steam Festival of Detectives 2026 - 12 January 2026
The Occultist Public Demo is Live at Steam Festival of Detectives 2026We’re incredibly excited to finally share this moment with you.During the Steam Festival of Detectives 2026, The Occultist is opening its doors with its first-ever public demo. This is the first time players outside the studio can explore the island, uncover its mysteries, and experience the atmosphere we’ve been building.Demo period: January 12th - January 19thPlaytime: Around 40mins.This demo is an important step for us, and your feedback truly matters. We’d love for you to:Play the demo and immerse yourself in the investigationShare your thoughts, impressions, and suggestionsTell us what works, what doesn’t, and what you’d like to see improvedIf you encounter any bugs, errors, or technical issues, please report them through:The feedback form at the end of the demo, orOur Discord server, where the team is actively l…
- JUNE UPDATE: The Power of Music in The Occultist - 19 June 2025
June 21st marks European Music Day, and we couldn’t imagine a better moment to unveil something we’ve been waiting to share with you: the main theme from the official trailer of The Occultist.🎼 A Sound That Summons the Spirit of GodStoneComposed by the brilliant Pepe Herrero and recorded with a live orchestra, this piece sets the tone for everything The Occultist stands for:A deep emotional current. A creeping sense of dread. And just a flicker of hope.The theme was created hand-in-hand with the game’s narrative and worldbuilding, it’s not just music; it’s a mirror of the story.🎧 Listen to the trailer theme here:The music in The Occultist plays a critical role in creating tension, wonder, and emotional weight. This theme is just the first of many original pieces being composed for the game, each one tied to specific locations, events, or characters.You’ll hear music shift as you uncov…
- MONTHLY UPDATES: MAY - 8 May 2025
The Occultist: May Updates👻📿 One more month, welcome to the monthly post of The Occultist! This month we want to show you an essential part of the development process of The Occultist: how we went from concept to the final environment of GodStone. Through four comparisons, we would like you to see the evolution of some important locations of the island From Art to Game: 4 scenes, 2 worlds 🎨 The concept is used to define the tone, atmosphere and key elements of each scenario. 🛠️ The final render is the result of weeks of work focused on composition, lighting, level design and environmental narrative. 🌫️ GodStone evolves, but never loses its soul. That’s it for this month’s update! As always, we’d love to hear your thoughts: Do you have a favorite scene? We'd love to read about it in the comments! DALOAR Team
