- Shattered Faith DLC & Console Versions Coming Soon! - 14 September 2026
Adventurers! Venture into the forgotten corners of Grayshaft, master ancient magic, and map the places long erased from the island’s charts in Of Ash & Steel: Shattered Faith DLC, coming soon! Check out the announcement trailer from tinyBuild Connect:Of Ash and Steel was our first release as a studio, and bringing a project we had dreamed about for years into players’ hands meant more to us than we can easily put into words. But the launch wasn’t the end of the work. There was still plenty we wanted (and needed) to improve.You stayed with us while we worked on the game, told us what wasn’t working, and helped us see where the right changes could make a real difference. Several patches later, Of Ash and Steel is in a much better place because of your input, and we’re ready to share the next chapter of Tristan’s journey with you.Wishlist Now:Follow in the Footsteps of PrimestridersAs Tris…
- 1.08 - A few hotfixes and QOL-improvements - 14 July 2026
Hi! We're continuing to improve the gameplay experience in 1.08.Fixes: Fixed situations in dialogues in Immersive mode where the dialogue could be interruptedAdjusted the dialogue with Rump in Immersive modeFixed minor model shaking in Immersive modeFixed ship collision in the rocksFixed loading of some locations after cutscenesMap reveal points no longer require exiting and re-entering their trigger to interact after loadingFixed icons for some herbsAdjusted tracking button offsets in the journalNPCs now correctly react to the hero entering other people's buildings (previously this didn't work correctly for some buildings, especially in the city)Fixed several incorrectly rotated stones in the city New Settings:"Always Full Textures" (in the Video section) Experimental setting that forces the highest quality textures. Useful in two cases: • You only have 4 GB of VRAM and textures keep g…
- Patch 1.08 - 9 July 2026
Hey everyone! It's finally time to pay off the biggest chunk of technical debt we've built up over the whole development. Some of you probably know that the game used to eat a huge amount of memory, which could lead to crashes, long loading times and other unpleasant stuff. To fix this, we had to optimize most of our assets, clear a lot of junk out of the project and completely rework some of the memory-related tech under the hood. It's a very long and, honestly, incredibly exhausting process — but it was absolutely worth it. Just look at the results: We managed to cut almost half of the RAM usage and significantly reduce video memory usage (and the most important thing — solve the problem with crashes due to memory, like when entering the city). On top of that, the game now takes up 10 GB less space. Even though these changes are mostly about resource usage, in some cases we got a perf…
- Dude, where's my XP? - 29 April 2026
Hey! Quick heads-up about the new leveling system on existing saves (progress bar reset).TL;DR:Everything's fine, no XP was taken away — what you're seeing is just a visual update to the new calculation system that kicks in once you hit the old/new XP threshold. Your progress is safe.A bit more detail:In 1.07 we adjusted the XP gain system, which previously reset to zero on level-up — effectively creating a soft cap around level 20 (yeah, that was never the plan).XP now carries over as you gain new levels, but for readability we still display it starting from 0 relative to the previous threshold. So if you needed 19,000 XP to level up, had 13,790, and then gained 710 more — once you hit the leveling table threshold, that exact amount stays intact, but the bar resets to the new values without losing any progress (0 out of 4,500, still 19,000 total).This is purely visual — after leveling…
- Update 1.07 is now live - 27 April 2026
Hi everyone! Patch 1.07 is now live!This is probably our biggest and most feature-rich patch to date. Aside from fixing various bugs — negative stats (like attack speed), crafting and inventory issues, crashes in the city, and all sorts of other annoying things — we’ve added plenty of gameplay improvements and new game content!New ContentHairstyles and BeardsThe first content update is cosmetic. Tristan now has more hairstyle and beard options, so he can be rightfully called the dandiest man on Grayshaft! Or just terrify even seasoned hobsters with his looks — however you want to play it.\Primestriders’ Dungeon (Recommended Level: 10+)The second free expansion is a completely new 10-level dungeon with tough battles and a unique reward for clearing it!This dungeon was discovered in an abandoned mine near Nerest’s house. An ominous portal in the ritual halls beckons to adventurers. Prepar…
- Patch 1.06 is Out Now - 17 February 2026
Hello everyone!We’re continuing to actively work on improvements and bug fixes. A huge thank you to everyone who shares feedback, comments, and bug reports with us. 1.06 Highlights:Feedback & Crash ReportingAn in-game feedback form has been added (accessible from the menu). It allows you to submit bug reports and attach your current save file. This will help us process reports more efficiently and in a more structured way. Note: The feedback form will be localized into additional languages later.The standard crash reporter has also been updated. If the game crashes and you click Send, the crash data, including the required .dmp file, will now be sent directly to us. You can also describe the situation that caused the crash in the text field at the top of the crash reporter. This information helps us identify and resolve issues faster.OptimizationOne of our biggest ongoing tasks right no…
- Happy New Year from the Of Ash and Steel team! - 1 January 2026
Blessings upon you all in the new year!
- Patch 1.05 is out now - 19 December 2025
Hello!Patch 1.05, featuring the updated loading system, is now available.This update took us a bit longer than we would have liked, but it was important for us to ensure full compatibility between old and new save files and to ensure everything works as intended. With this in place, we can now fully focus on tackling the next set of tasks. Patch 1.05 OverviewWhen launching version 1.05 for the first time, a backup of your saves from the previous version will be created automatically, just in case. When loading a save from an older version (prior to 1.05), several important things will happen:A script to restore missing quest items will run in the background.An autosave will be triggered, updating your current save to version 1.05 with the new save/load logic. All subsequent saves during that session will use the updated system. Missing Quest ItemsOn the first load in version 1.05, the s…
- Quick Development Update #3 - 13 December 2025
Hello, community, We're in the final stages of putting Patch 1.05 together. That patch, apart from fixing various bugs, will resolve the save loader issue that caused items to disappear from the game world. As our team is preparing to roll the patch out, we need to test the new save system in a closed environment to ensure the update's stability. This requires checking a wide variety of different save files. If you have some spare time and would like to assist our team with testing Patch 1.05 (and potentially help us speed up the release), we would greatly appreciate it! To sign up for participation, fill in this form: The Form Testing the patch will be done on our Discord server. We will manually pick participants and give them access to hidden channels with testing instructions. Reworking the save loader has taken quite a bit of time, but it is important not to rush it and break exist…
- Quick Development Update #2 - 2 December 2025
Hey everyone, Here's an update on Patch 1.05, which we’re actively preparing for release. The main thing slowing us down right now is the game's intricate save system. It has been producing inconsistent results - items disappearing, objects duplicating, and even NPCs appearing twice with broken logic. To solve this, we brought in experienced external developers to help us get everything into a stable, working state. The biggest challenge is making sure the new system also works correctly with existing saves - especially for those of you who’ve already played a lot. That means we need to carefully test and verify that everything now loads correctly, no matter where you are in the game. Once we’ve locked down saving and loading, future patches will arrive much faster. We're also working in parallel on two other areas: • Performance Optimization • This means better use of memory (both RAM…
- Quick Development Update - 27 November 2025
Hey everyone, We know that many of you are waiting for the next patch we recently announced. We need a little more time to stabilize it; our team plans to release it in the coming days. In the meantime, here’s a quick look at our near-future plans. Our current priorities fall into three categories: Bug fixes for quests and game mechanicsSome of these fixes will be included in the upcoming patch version 1.05. Game stabilityA patch focused on crash fixes is being prepared in parallel and is planned for release after patch 1.05. Gameplay improvements based on your feedback More about patch 1.05This update should finally resolve the issue with disappearing items (especially quest items) and introduce the promised address bar for console commands to restore them. Hopefully, this will be the end of this nasty bug—but let’s wait for the first results before drawing a line under it. Patch 1.05…
- Hotfix: Fixed Items Disappearing on Load, Sound and UI Fixes - v1.04 - 25 November 2025
GameplayFixed a critical bug where, after a specific sequence of saving and loading, items could disappear from the world.Fixed the logic for picking up quest items (loading could sometimes render some items non-interactable).Fixed an issue when some items did not appear in the inventory after being picked up.We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. All items will be returned to their owners; to do that, we need to know which quest items you are missing. If you've been affected, let us know in this thread that also contains instructions. UI/UX• The sensitivity slider now works for controllers as well, but for now, only for gameplay. We will add controller support for UI in the next patch. • Fixed the tutorial widget that could fail to close or fail to show gamepad controls hints. • Added an additional check for item pickup. • Added automatic switching between the controller and key…
- Of Ash and Steel Is OUT NOW - 24 November 2025
⚔️ Explore a once-prosperous land full of dangers, hone your combat skills, choose your side, and survive on the unforgiving island of Grayshaft in Of Ash and Steel. Out now with 20% off for a limited time. PURCHASE HERE: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2893820/Of_Ash_and_Steel/ DEV UPDATE: Should you experience any bugs or other issues, do not hesitate to let us know here in this subforum. If you are experiencing issues playing the game with a 🎮 controller, you can choose the 'Controller' input type in the in-game settings—that should help. Full controller support is planned to be added soon — our team is aware of that and is working on its implementation. 📜A WORD FROM THE DEVELOPERS📜 Hello, Grayshaftians! Of Ash and Steel has reached its long-awaited release, and we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the support you’ve given us over the years. Every comment,…
- Your Journey Begins: Final Launch Details & The Spirit of Of Ash and Steel - 21 November 2025
Hello, folks. Of Ash and Steel releases next week—on November 24th. This is our final opportunity to express our gratitude for all your support leading up to the launch. We appreciate the interest in the game we've worked on for the past few years; Of Ash and Steel is meant to be the quintessence of what we love about video games. First of all, it is time for us to reveal the game's price, global release times, and remind you about the system requirements. Let us dive in. 💰 PRICE 💰Region/CurrencyPrice TagUSA/US dollar$29.99Great Britain/GB pound£24.99Canada/Canadian dollarCDN$38.99Australia/Australian dollarA$43.95New Zealand/New Zealand dollarNZ$43.59EU/Euro€29.99Poland/Polish złotyzł99.00Japan/Japanese yen¥3,400China/Chinese yuan¥90.00Russia/Russian rouble949 руб.Kazakhstan/Kazakhstani tenge₸6,900Brazil/Brazilian realR$88.99🗺️ GLOBAL RELEASE TIMES 🗺️💬 LANGUAGES 💬LanguageSubtitle…
- Devlog #04: Story and Lore - 11 November 2025
Greetings, adventurers. In our previous devlogs, we have covered some gameplay mechanics, like combat, crafting, and character progression. Today, as we are mere days away from the November 24th launch, it is time to discuss one of the most vital aspects of Of Ash and Steel: Story and lore. Grab a cup of tisane (or mead), sit back, relax, and let us begin. 📜 PREMISE 📜 The Kingdom of the Seven, once a thriving archipelagic state, is now facing uncertainty. The Order that rules the seven islands has been losing its hold on the lands. Rumors are going around that some provinces have decided to withdraw from the union; scruple and dubiety have lodged themselves in the hearts of the king's folk. You take on the role of an ordinary cartographer by the name of Tristan. Your peaceful life on the capital island of Astarta takes an unexpected turn when you receive an assignment of great importa…
- An important letter from the team - 22 October 2025
Adventurers!With Steam Next Fest now behind us, we want to thank everyone who played our demo and shared their thoughts and feedback.We received and read hundreds of comments and suggestions from players all over the world — something we couldn’t have imagined just a few years ago.Thanks to you, Of Ash and Steel was among the best-performing demos of the event! Moreover, the game has now surpassed 220,000 wishlists, a milestone that fills us with pride and gratitude.It means a lot to us to connect with fellow fans of the RPG genre and the very games that inspired us to create our own.We’d also like to share some important news about the near future of Of Ash and Steel.Right now, we are in the active phase of testing the game before its release, making sure your journey across the island will be as smooth and bug-free as possible.Originally, we announced that your adventure would begin o…
- Feedback&A: Answering your Of Ash and Steel Demo Reviews - 17 October 2025
Adventurers!With the demo having been out for a few days, we first and foremost wanted to thank all of you who took the time to play it and share your thoughts: we’ve read through all your comments, and your feedback is truly invaluable. We’d like to take this opportunity to address some of the most common comments and misconceptions.“The intro feels too slow, I want to fight sooner!”We completely understand where this feeling comes from, and in a way, that’s how it’s intended. The beginning of Of Ash and Steel is deliberately humble. Tristan begins his story as a cartographer, not a warrior, and is sent on what should have been a simple mission: help guide the crew through the waters of the archipelago, complete the mission, and return home. Not exactly an epic quest, and that's precisely the point. The slow, ordinary start gives meaning to what follows: when everything suddenly goes w…
- Of Ash and Steel Arrives on November 6th! Play The Demo Now! - 13 October 2025
Adventurers!The wait is over: Steam Next Fest has officially begun, and the Of Ash and Steel’s new demo is now live!Step onto the island, experience the first hours of Tristan’s story, and prove your worth in the brand-new Arena Master Mode!Hours of content await you with full English and Russian voice and text support, along with text translations for French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Polish, and Simplified Chinese.But that’s not the only news we have for you today…Release Date Revealed!We’re thrilled to announce that Of Ash and Steel will launch on November 6th! Mark the date on your calendar: your journey from humble cartographer to a true hero of Grayshaft begins in less than a month!Watch the new Demo TrailerJoin the CommunityPlanning to try the demo? Would you like to share your adventures with other RPG fans? Then join our official Discord, where you'll find many other players s…
- Of Ash and Steel Joins Steam Next Fest! - 9 October 2025
Adventurers!We are pleased to announce that Of Ash and Steel will take part in the upcoming Steam Next Fest (October 13-20) with a new demo!The demo version of Of Ash and Steel invites you to experience the very beginning of Tristan’s journey. Step onto the perilous lands of Grayshaft and face the bandits and monsters that plague the island.Spend several hours freely exploring the game’s starting region, following the main story while tackling numerous side quests. Experiment with skill trees and professions, explore the surroundings of the lumberjack camp and lend them a hand in their hard labour. Team up with Fox to investigate an abandoned village, and try to find your way to the harbour.The demo also features the Arena Master Mode, where the most seasoned players can put their skills and the combat system of Of Ash and Steel to the test. This mode features fast-paced battles in the…
- Devlog #03: Character Progression & Ancient Knowledge - 6 October 2025
Welcome back adventurers!In our first two devlogs, we explored how Tristan learns to stand up for himself by improving his combat skills, as well as crafting what he needs to stay alive on the island. But battles and blades are only a small part of the story. The true transformation from a cartographer to a hero also lies in how you develop Tristan's skills and attributes, in the choices you make, and ultimately, in how deep you will delve into the powerful, long-forgotten wisdom that the island hides.Today, we’re taking a closer look at the game’s Character Progression System and the mysterious force known as Ancient Knowledge. Let’s begin!Becoming the Hero You Want to BeCharacter progression in Of Ash and Steel is based on three skill trees: Survival, Crafting, and War. Let's take a closer look:Survival, as the name suggests, concerns the skills that allow Tristan to obtain what he ne…
