ASHWAKE Steam news

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• Review score38% positive
• Total reviews8
• Release dateNov 25, 2025
• DeveloperGhost Development
• PublisherGhost Development

Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, Strategy, Early Access

Company pages: Developer: Ghost DevelopmentPublisher: Ghost Development

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ASHWAKE Steam news

ASHWAKE news collects recent Steam feed items, update posts, and announcements that SteamPulse can associate with this app.

Latest Steam announcements

• Early Access 0.3.1 Small Patch Notes - 7 September 2026

  Version 0.3.1 Update NotesNew/Fixes/ChangesAdded group NPC spawningAdded tutorial questlineImproved animations for KnifeImproved NPC combat with each otherChanged the first 3 main missions to be skippable (Vendor tutorial missions)Fixed issues with infected melee attacks not connecting-For returning players, to play the new tutorial questline you need to create a new save. If you understand the game's mechanics feel free to skip over this.-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To fix the issue you need to create a new game and the game will fix itself.Please leave bugs in the "discussion" forums or "Game Bug" report channel in the Discord channel so they can be fixed.

• Early Access 0.3 Major Update Patch Notes - 31 August 2026

  Version 0.3 Update NotesNew Update FeaturesAdded new level "The Village" (Still Work in Progress)Added new furniture itemsAdded FOV slider to SettingsAdded camera movement for Vendor interactionAdded back screen droplets and screen frostRedesigned Extract and Out of Bounds UIUpdated DLSS to 4.5Patch NotesAdjusted stamina bar scaleAdjusted NVG sky tintAdjusted infected spawn amount Bandit HideoutAdjusted Emission effectsAdjusted weapon flashlightsDecreased rain splash opacityUpdated Gas Mask mesh and unequip animationFixed input breaking bug with GuitarFixed gunshot sound bug when NPCs spawn inLowered Screecher Cry rangeChanged Zombie running animationRemoved dizzy visual effect from Anomalies and EmissionFixed double tap issue with main menu buttonsIncreased interior brightnessIncreased base reload speedImproved BTR firing logic-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a cor…

• STEAM PVE SURVIVAL CRAFTING FEST - 27 August 2026

  UPCOMING SALEWhat to Expect?With ASHWAKE taking part in the upcoming Steam PVE Survival Crafting Fest the game will be going on a 35% off sale along with a major update planned for the same day. There have been many improvements to the game's core mechanics and design along with a NEW Level that is planned to be released. Thank YouI want to give a big thank you to everyone who reported issues they found with the game and explained what was bothering them about the core gameplay in detail. Going into Early Access last year was risky but necessary to obtain this information, and gave me the chance to improve the game in areas I may have overlooked or outright missed. This being my first game it has been difficult for me to figure out all the twists and turns with game development and marketing, so I wanted to say thank you for being patient with me and giving me the opportunity to improve…

• Early Access 0.2.7.5 Armory Update Patch Notes - 30 July 2026

  Version 0.2.7.5 Update NotesNew/Fixes/ChangesAdded 11 New WeaponsAdded Flies to Lootable CorpsesAdded abilities tab to skill treeAdded New Infected Enemy TypeAdded Cigarette ItemDecreased explosion size for TripminesAdjusted weapon damage for Assault RiflesAdjusted Muzzle Effects when Suppressor or Flash Hider is equippedFixed doorway collision on District 36 levelFixed mesh pop-in issue on District 36Fixed bug when spamming "Loot" button on dead NPCsNEW WEAPONSAK-47 Assault RifleAK-74M Assault RifleAK-74M (No dust cover) Assault RifleAK-74 Assault RifleAK-74 (No dust cover) Assault RifleAKMS Assault RifleM4 Assault RifleTT HandgunVSK Submachine GunMosin RifleSVD Rifle(ALL WEAPON ANIMATIONS ARE PLACEHOLDER)-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To…

• Early Access 0.2.7.4.2 Small Patch Notes - 13 July 2026

  Version 0.2.7.4.2 Update NotesNew/Fixes/ChangesAdded new VFX to Crusher AnomalyAdded animation when NPC enters Crusher AnomalyAdded new VFX to Gust AnomalyAdded weapon unload option to dropped weaponsAdded auto unload when picking up weapon to inventoryChanged snow particlesImproved dialogue UIDecreased deactivate duration for Taser Anomaly-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To fix the issue you need to create a new game and the game will fix itself.Please leave bugs in the "discussion" forums or "Game Bug" report channel in the Discord channel so they can be fixed.

• Early Access 0.2.7.4.1 Small Patch Notes - 9 July 2026

  Version 0.2.7.4.1 Update NotesNew/Fixes/ChangesFixed impact timing being off with melee weaponsReturn automatically to low ready after ADS fixAdded special minimap icon for main quest characterAdded heavy attack to melee weapons that adds 1.5x damageAdded alert popup when near artifact without detector in handAdded ability to destroy trip mine by shooting itAdded screen blood effect when using meleeAdded sound effect when gas mask is brokenRedesigned UI style for PDAAdjusted audio for dodging with meleeAdjusted leaning speedAdjusted stamina consumption when dodgingAdjusted infected movement when in combat-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To fix the issue you need to create a new game and the game will fix itself.Please leave bugs in the "discu…

• Early Access 0.2.7.4 Update/Patch Notes - 5 July 2026

  Version 0.2.7.4 Update NotesNew/Fixes/ChangesAdded new Vendor "Holyman"Axus Labs level expansionAdded kick abilityAdded ammo to weapon dismantle itemsAdded placeable mines with crafting optionsDecreased loot delayAdjusted battery requirement for NVGsAdjusted ADS for Spas Shotgun, G36C, and KA-74uAdjusted all weapon damageRemoved item spawning on infectedUpdated iron sight for MP5Decreased screen shake distance requirement for ScreechersImproved spawners to support interior randomized spawner-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To fix the issue you need to create a new game and the game will fix itself.Please leave bugs in the "discussion" forums or "Game Bug" report channel in the Discord channel so they can be fixed.

• Early Access 0.2.7.3 Update/Patch Notes - 22 June 2026

  Version 0.2.7.3 Update NotesFixes/ChangesRedesigned particles being emitted during Ash stormRedesigned the Main Menu Redesigned Dock area inside District 36Redesigned UI styleAdded new Psy StormAdded audio to infected when in chaseAdded headlamp flicker when turning it onAdded canted aim viewUpdated text inside tutorial levelUpdated iron sight for MP5Decreased weapon sway when looking around-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To fix the issue you need to create a new game and the game will fix itself.Please leave bugs in the "discussion" forums or "Game Bug" report channel in the Discord channel so they can be fixed.

• Early Access 0.2.7.2 Update/Patch Notes - 9 June 2026

  Version 0.2.7.2 Small Update NotesFixes/ChangesRedesigned faces for vendors and characterAdded new vendor and vendor locationAdded starter items that are added automaticallyAdded 2 new enemy NPC factions, the Loners and MercsAdjusted NPC placement inside District 36Fixed items not being added when selected from starter kit UIUpdated Ash emission design-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To fix the issue you need to create a new game and the game will fix itself.Please leave bugs in the "discussion" forums or "Game Bug" report channel in the Discord channel so they can be fixed.

• Early Access 0.2.7.1 Update/Patch Notes - 29 May 2026

  Version 0.2.7.1 Small Update NotesFixes/ChangesRedesigned parts of The Bandits' hideout buildingReworked generator to run off an amount value instead of a timerAdded the ability for NPCs to open doors Moved camera closer to scope when ADSFixed NPCs not moving through open doorsFixed footsteps not playing correctly-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To fix the issue you need to create a new game and the game will fix itself.Please leave bugs in the "discussion" forums or "Game Bug" report channel in the Discord channel so they can be fixed.

• Early Access 0.2.7 Major Update - 22 May 2026

  Version 0.2.7 Update & Patch NotesNew Update FeaturesUpdated game to Unreal Engine 5.5 for better performanceAdded muffle sound effect when too close to grenade explosionAdded major improvements to infected movement and attack animationsAdded slow movement to player when in waterAdded sleeping bag item that can be placed outside of base level to change timeAdded color shift for trees based on the seasonAdded new locations and improvements to District 36 and Bandit Hideout levelsAdded post FX settings that allows the player to customize the look of their gameAdded weapon parts that can be obtained by dismantling weapons that aren't badly damagedAdded NPCs to Bandit and Remains base levelsAdded better animations for all vendorsRedesigned name input UI when creating a new gameImproved faction select UI and faction descriptionsMade Plague Walkers immune to radiation zonesPatch NotesFixed is…

• Early Access 0.2.6.3 Update/Patch Notes - 4 May 2026

  Version 0.2.6.3 Small Update NotesFixes/ChangesAdded equip instruction to grenades' descriptionAdded clock next to minimap and on level select UIAdded burn radius to fire pitAdded burn timer to fire anomaliesAdded target mission given by roaming quest NPCsAdjusted radiation visualsUpdated design for Laptop TerminalUpdated design for skill treeIncreased detection range for artifact detectorsBalanced scan duration for detectorsFixed collision problem with taser artifact-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To fix the issue you need to create a new game and the game will fix itself.Please leave bugs in the "discussion" forums or "Game Bug" report channel in the Discord channel so they can be fixed.

• Early Access 0.2.6.2 Update/Patch Notes - 2 May 2026

  Version 0.2.6.2 Small Update NotesFixes/ChangesAdded new item meshes for Batteries, keys, and furniture itemsAdded new bullet flyby audioAdded better audio for weapon checkAdded better audio for melee weapon combatAdded audio to head dismembermentIncreased weapon audio distanceIncreased weapon fire rate for NPCsIncreased follow distance for companion NPCDecreased FOV for PDADecreased bullet spread for all shotgunsDecreased lighting for better optimizationDecreased night brightnessOptimized player character for better performanceOptimized weather effects for emission and blizzardOptimized crusher anomaly to only activate when player is near itUpdated design for main menuAdjusted collision for bushesAdjusted design for NPC projectileAdjusted ADS position for multiple shotgunsFixed Snub Shotgun using wrong animationsFixed bug with unequipped weapons spawning at feetFixed sprint speed-If yo…

• Early Access 0.2.6.1 Update/Patch Notes - 23 April 2026

  Version 0.2.6.1 Small Update NotesNew Update FeaturesAdded 2 new skills to upgradeAdded compass to minimapAdjusted low ready stanceBug FixesFixed issue with headshots not removing NPC idle audioFixed issue with certain NPCs not targeting each other-In order to fix issues with the skill system caused by the update you need to go to C:\\Users\\{UserName}\\AppData\\Local\\ASHWAKE\\Saved/SaveGames and delete PlayerSkills.sav-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To fix the issue you need to create a new game and the game will fix itself.Please leave bugs in the "discussion" forums or "Game Bug" report channel in the Discord channel so they can be fixed.

• Early Access 0.2.6 Update/Patch Notes - 21 April 2026

  Version 0.2.6 Update NotesNew Update FeaturesAdded new Diegetic PDA systemRedesigned snow effectRedesigned menu UIAdded snow, rain, and wind effects to clothing-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause some old saves to break. To fix the issue you need to create a new game and the game will fix itself.Please leave bugs in the "discussion" forums or "Game Bug" report channel in the Discord channel so they can be fixed.

• Early Access 0.2.5 Update/Patch Notes - 17 April 2026

  Version 0.2.5 Update & Patch NotesNew Update FeaturesReworked Vendor Sell UI to speed up selling itemsAdded ability to choose active grenade using (G) bind, by pressing (L Ctrl + G)Added DLSS options to video settingsAdded crouch toggle option to settingsAdded new version of Mutant DogAdded sale cost to item tooltipsAdded Armor amount to item tooltipsAdded Capacity to backpack item tooltipsPatch NotesFixed grenades launching NPCsIncreased distance NPCs travel when not in combatDecreased movement sound to make stealth more usefulFixed issues with vaultingIncreased grenade spawn chancesAdded back ability to shoot corpseAdded code to reduce sale price for low durability itemsDecreased sale prices for expensive itemsAdjusted design for Quest UI elementsFixed menu UI misalignment-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update include…

• Early Access 0.2.4 Update/Patch Notes - 12 April 2026

  Version 0.2.4 Update & Patch NotesNew Update FeaturesAdded more variety to NPC weaponsAdded low ready positionAdded quick drop bind for inventoryAdded travel time duration to Extract UIAdded Hunger, Thirst, and time consumption UI when using TransitAdded NPC injured state movement animationAdded NPC healing animationsPatch NotesIncreased fire rate for NPCsDecreased weapon audio fade distanceDecreased NPC sight distanceLowered weapon spawn chanceLowered battery cost for single eye NVGLighter is now single useRedesigned NPC headlampChanged character modelsChanged PDA Map background to seem brokenAdjusted angle before turning lower bodyRemoved chance of a NPC head tapping player from really farRemoved chance of NPC spawning too close to player-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save, caused by the new update. The update includes a lot of changes/fixes so it may…

• Early Access 0.2.3 Update/Patch Notes - 7 April 2026

  Version 0.2.3 Update & Patch NotesNew Update FeaturesAdded Screen Space Fog ScatteringAdded ability to choose starting seasonAdded new blood effectAdded alert system to PDA for high radiation and EmissionsAdded injured state to NPCsAdded ability for NPCs to healAdded new POI for Radiation PlantAdded new broken limb stateAdded UI elements to show active debuffs Added flash grenade effect to NPCsAdded NVG spawn chance to NPCs at night timeAdded night image variants for level selectMade NPCs drop damaged guns on death (If they use them)Added better visual elements for low energy state and sleepingPatch NotesFixed water opacityFixed issue with NPCs shooting after player diesFixed NPC targeting issuesFixed infected not attackingFixed NPCs not being lootable after using melee to kill themAdded limitation to spawnersRemoved Anomaly beeping noise for visible anomaliesRemoved Muzzle smoke for ha…

• Early Access 0.2.2 Patch Notes - 29 March 2026

  Version 0.2.2 Patch NotesPatch NotesFixed issue with weapon name being visible when changing fire modeAdded ability to throw bolt while Detector is outAdded fix for PDA not pulling out previous weapon after being put awayAdded ability to equip melee weapons from the inventory and pick them up off the groundMade dialogue closable by pressing a bind that opens another UI elementMoved NPC spawn locations inside District 36Fixed key not removing after use on locked doorsFixed weapon spawner issues-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save. The updates can include a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause old saves to break. To fix the issue, create a new game and it will fix itself.Please leave bugs in discussion area or game bug report channel in the discord so they can be fixed.

• Early Access 0.2.1 Patch Notes (Hotfix) - 27 March 2026

  Version 0.2.1 Patch NotesPatch NotesRemoved dark background on Audio/Video settingsMade Weapon Check bindable inside settingsMade equipped weapon names visible when checking weaponFixed issue with left arrow key moving character rightFixed bug caused by opening other UI elements while in Skill TerminalFixed Journal breaking other UI elements when visible-If you encounter a Fatal Error crash, that is due to a corrupt save. The updates can include a lot of changes/fixes so it may cause old saves to break. To fix the issue, create a new game and it will fix itself.Please leave bugs in discussion area or game bug report channel in the discord so they can be fixed.

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