- Difficulty Options and New Cards! | Snowfield Embers 1.1 Update Notes - 2 April 2026
Happy April, everyone!We've also released our first major update!In this update, we've added difficulty selection to cater to different player preferences.We've also buffed some previously weaker and less frequently used cards, and added some more interesting and powerful new cards.We hope you enjoy it!Here are the specific update details:New Features:Added Difficulty Selection: Now, a difficulty selection pop-up will appear when you first enter the game and start a new game. You can also change the difficulty at any time in the settings.• Game content changes for different difficulties are as follows: monthly city production varies, level difficulty differs, and combat difficulty differs.• If you change the difficulty in-game, monthly city production will only change in the following month.Enhanced and optimized card effects, added new cardsCard Adjustments:New Cards:Smooth: Armor does…
- Final Update for Initial Release & Future Content Update Plans - 23 January 2026
This will be the last major update patch for the initial release. The main update focuses on adjusting the final sequence of the "Glimmer" arc in the story. We believe the final ending should resemble a true ending, and we've listened to player feedback, removing unnecessary repetitive Hope value farming and adding a special boss challenge instead, transforming the final sequence into a boss fight.Following this, we will continue to fix bugs and optimize details. As always, don't worry about us disappearing.For players concerned about our future plans, we have at least two major update plans. One will be an overall optimization and supplement to the difficulty mode and card effects, and the other will be the addition of the Steam Workshop.However, we cannot provide a precise update time at this time. We will inform players once the time is confirmed.In conclusion, thank you very much to…
- "Snow Ash" - Subsequent content update plan & 0117 Patch Log - 17 January 2026
Snow Ash has been out for a week! This week we've been working intensively to optimize the game, releasing a major update patch almost every two days. Thanks to this, we've largely resolved the optimizations and suggestions players raised during launch!This will be our second-to-last major update patch for the launch version, and the final major update will primarily focus on adjusting the final questline of Glimmer (based on player feedback, and our own recognition that scripted deaths aren't a ideal ending, we'll be optimizing it). This update will be released next week!After that, we will continue to fix bugs and optimize details, so don't worry about us disappearing.We have at least two more major version updates planned, one of which will be an overall optimization and supplement to the difficulty mode and card effects, and the other will be the addition of the Steam Workshop.Howev…
- "Snow Ash" - 0115 Patch Log - 15 January 2026
The game has been out for almost a week, and this update addresses some frequently requested control and UI issues, while also adding some helpful tutorials.Here are the update details:OptimizationsAdded dialogue replay functionAdded refresh function to guild quests; refreshed quests will never be of the same level.Added a button and hotkey to the warehouse for one-click selection of all/half of goods for sale/purchase.Optimized the difficulty of level 3 and 4 roads when the player's level is insufficient.Added a progress indicator to the top of the battle interface.Detailed explanation of the penalty for abandoning guild quests (specific deduction of rating for failure); a secondary confirmation pop-up will appear when abandoning a guild quest.Currently, before the Honor Messenger, obtaining card effects through cards will trigger a secondary confirmation pop-up if the corresponding de…
- "Snow Ash" - 0114 Patch Log - 14 January 2026
The game has been released for four days, and the development team is still working tirelessly to optimize the game content!Today, we've optimized many inconvenient aspects of gameplay and added some helpful tutorials.Here are the update details!Optimizations1. Cards that have already been learned can now be relearned in any shelter's training ground. You can switch between them using the button in the upper right corner of the training ground interface, and corresponding tutorials have been added. (Note that this feature is not available in previous save files, so cards learned before the update are not recorded for veteran players.)2. Traits can now be locked in the infirmary using materials and silver coins. Once locked, the trait will not change (negative traits can also be locked). If you need to replace it, you must manually clear it in the infirmary.3. When crafting equipment, yo…
- Skip Rest Area, Off-Field Teammate Upgrades丨"Snow Ash" - 0112 Patch Log - 12 January 2026
The game has been released for 3 days, and the development team is still working tirelessly to optimize the game content!In the past few days, many players have mentioned issues with route selection and location points, which has been a key focus of our optimization efforts. However, because this feature involves various underlying mechanisms, after our programmers worked overtime, we finally completed the optimization today!At the same time, we have also optimized many other aspects to hopefully resolve player issues! Thank you very much for your feedback and support!Optimizations1. Optimized route selection and checkpoint functions. Improved the value and effect of the maximum one-way distance attribute. Now, after players increase maximum one-way distance attribute, you can skip Rest Area and directly reach your destination.2. Increased the basic output and demand for goods in the sh…
- "Snow Ash" - 0110 Patch Log - 10 January 2026
The game has been released for a day, and we've received a lot of positive feedback from players!However, we've also noticed some issues reported by players, with the early game experience and difficulty, and the limited number of cards being the core problems.Therefore, we've released an update to address these issues!We've also noticed localization issues reported by Russian/Japanese/Korean players. Therefore, we've temporarily hidden support for these languages on the Steam store page to avoid any misunderstandings. We will take steps to optimize and handle these languages in the future. Thank you very much for your feedback and support!Optimizations:1. Optimized early-game difficulty by increasing vehicle base load capacity and reducing the difficulty of mission ruins after becoming a full-fledged courier.2. Added learnable cards to large shelters in the early to mid-game (Winde…
- Snow Ash is now AVAILABLE on Steam! - 9 January 2026
Dear Messenger,The biting cold wind howls without end, and relentless snowstorms rage across the land.As messengers who brave the blizzards, it’s time to bring people supplies, information—and the hope to survive.Snow Ash is now officially available on Steam!In Snow Ash, you will experience:● A fusion of card-based combat and freeform trade-running gameplay.A unique dual-progression system that combines travel and battle, offering a wide variety of builds and playstyles.● A massive amount of content.The game features 20–30 hours of gameplay, 60+ explorable locations and ruin challenges, and events plus learnable cards in every major shelter—keeping the experience fresh throughout your journey.● A rich world and story-driven experience.Beyond its engaging trade-running mechanics, the game contains hundreds of thousands of words of narrative text. In the desolate snowfields, you’ll witnes…
- Wishlist Surpasses 10,000! Only 1 Day Until Snow Ash Launch! - 8 January 2026
We’re beyond excited to share this with you: just yesterday, Snow Ash surpassed 10,000 players in the demo and over 10,000 wishlists! This is the greatest encouragement we could ever receive, and we want to sincerely thank every one of you for your support and anticipation“Hey, have you heard of the Cat Head Church?” “Pet the cat’s head, and all worries will disappear.”In this age, cats have become a rare sight. Yet being able to gently stroke a cat’s fluffy little head— even on a snow-covered wasteland, it can still bring an indescribable sense of warmth and healing.After wars, disasters, and endless suffering, humanity has never forgotten those small corners of happiness and joy, and continues to move forward, always guided by hope.We may never have to live the wasteland life of Snow Ash, but we hope that while you’re rushing through your own busy days, this snowfield can become a pla…
- Only 2 days until Snow Ash launches! - 7 January 2026
Continues with a look at what you’ll be able to experience in the full release:161 cards with a wide variety of effects, letting you build a deck that’s uniquely your own162 pieces of equipment and part9 bosses and over 20 types of enemiesIn the full release, we’ve significantly expanded the depth of card-based combat and buildcrafting.We can’t wait to see all the crazy and creative builds you come up with—and we hope everyone finds their own unique adventure on the snowfield!Ember Studio
- Only 3 days until Snow Ash launches! - 6 January 2026
Happy New Year!Only 3 days until Snow Ash launches! Snow Ash will be released on January 9.We hope you have an amazing time playing!Ember Studio
- It’s time to set off, Messenger! Snow Ash will launch on January 9! - 31 December 2025
Dear Messenger,We’re thrilled to announce that Snow Ash, a wasteland-themed card-based trading game developed by our two-person indie team, is officially set to launch on January 9, 2026!Sharing this news on the last day of 2025 fills us with excitement—it also means that nearly three years of hard work are finally approaching a major milestone.There’s so much we’d love to share about this journey, but we’ll save those thoughts for the official launch. For now, there’s still important work to be done.In the full release, you can look forward to:Over 30 hours of gameplay200,000 words of story content, featuring multiple endings and rich main/side questsDozens of shelters to explore and trade withA unique blend of card-based gameplay and merchant caravansChallenging boss fights and stagesThank you to everyone who has followed and supported us along the way. We hope Snow Ash will bring you…
- 《雪原余烬 Snow Ash》 Demo Version-1013-1016 Patch Log - 19 October 2025
Optimizations1. Optimized the map difficulty level2. Expanded the viewing range of car buffs for easier viewingBug Fixes1. Fixed a bug with the Clinic's gold display.2. Fixed an issue with incorrect 3D6 roll descriptions in multiple languages.3. Fixed some description errors and inconsistencies in multiple languages.4. Fixed some incomplete issues in multiple languages.5. Fixed a bug where cards could be played at the end of a turn.6. Fixed a bug where some NPC quests could freeze.7. Fixed a bug with unusual weather conditions at the start and end of a battle.We hope everyone enjoys the world of Snow Ash!
- 《雪原余烬 Snow Ash》 Demo Version-1013-1016 Patch Log - 17 October 2025
Optimizations1. Adjusted the difficulty of Guild Quests that receive a buff that increases fuel consumption.2. Automatically increase the level of power when Veteran Mode is enabled.3. Optimized the discard button and added a button to abandon Guild Quests.4. Adjusted incorrect accessory values.5. Reduced the values of the event cards - Avalanche and Speed Bump.6. In Guide Mode, you can no longer search for refugees in the trading area multiple times during the guide to prevent the process from getting stuck.Bug Fixes1. Fixed an issue where the learning quest guide process got stuck during Guide Mode.2. Fixed a bug in the Guild Quest description.3. Fixed a bug where the Guild Quest buff wasn't updated after loading a save.4. Fixed a bug in the Guild Quest description.5. Fixed a bug where you couldn't end your turn after defeating a boss in the Ruins.6. Fixed a bug where the equipmen…
- "Snow Ash" Next Festival Demo Major Update! - 13 October 2025
This update will be released at 18:00 (UTC+8:00) on October 13, 2025!This update will include the following:New FeaturesCity Warehouses allow players to store goods within the city's large shelters.Equipment Disassembly allows players to disassemble excess equipment into its components within the Courier Guild.Cargo Requests: Upon reaching Senior Courier status, players can directly request goods by posting requests within the Courier Guild.optimizationOnboarding process optimization;Character initial deck optimization;Card effects optimization, with some new cards added;Enemy stats and abilities optimization, with some new enemies added;Accessory and equipment stats and effects optimization, with some new accessories and equipment added;Accessory-carried cards optimization: now add to hand upon active use, rather than directly to the deck;Added recipes, with increased recipe yield from…
- Snow Ash is showcasing at Tokyo Game Show - 25 September 2025
Dear Messenger,This is Ember Studio. We are excited to announce that Snow Ash is participating in the Tokyo Game Show 2025 (TGS)! This marks our very first appearance at an international gaming exhibition, and we sincerely hope to bring you a satisfying gameplay experience.📅 Date: September 25 – 28 🗺️ Location: Makuhari Messe, Hall 03, Booth N-03We look forward to meeting you there.Ember Studio
- 《雪原余烬 Snow Ash》 Demo Version-0811 Patch Log - 11 August 2025
Optimizations1. Optimized the action point descriptionBug Fixes1. Fixed a bug where the Ruins progress text was not hidden when switching to a Guild Quest.2. Fixed a bug in the Intelligence description.3. Fixed a bug in the animation when Zheng used Sparks.4. Fixed a bug where the accessory's burning buff did not trigger.As of today, we have optimized dozens of game content and fixed dozens of bugsWe have completed most of the parts that need to be adjusted and fixed in the demoThank you very much to every player who has experienced it, and thank you even more for the players who actively proposed modifications and found bugs for usIn the future, we will make irregular updates in the demo (if necessary), and hope that every player can have fun in the world of "Snow Ash"!
- 《雪原余烬 Snow Ash》 Demo Version-0729-2 Patch Log - 29 July 2025
Optimizations1. Optimized the demo UI for joining a group, etc.Bug Fixes1. Fixed a bug where technology-added attribute effects did not stack.As of today, we have optimized dozens of game content and fixed dozens of bugsWe have completed most of the parts that need to be adjusted and fixed in the demoThank you very much to every player who has experienced it, and thank you even more for the players who actively proposed modifications and found bugs for usIn the future, we will make irregular updates in the demo (if necessary), and hope that every player can have fun in the world of "Snow Ash"!
- 《雪原余烬 Snow Ash》 Demo Version-0729 Patch Log - 28 July 2025
Optimization1. Add tips when the enemy is not allowed to play cards during their turnBug fixes1. Fixed the bug that the city cargo prompt pop-up window could not be closed (pressing ESC now can forcefully close the pop-up window)2. Fixed the bug that the return to rest area button may appear in the cityAs of today, we have optimized dozens of game content and fixed dozens of bugsWe have completed most of the parts that need to be adjusted and fixed in the demoThank you very much to every player who has experienced it, and thank you even more for the players who actively proposed modifications and found bugs for usIn the future, we will make irregular updates in the demo (if necessary), and hope that every player can have fun in the world of "Snow Ash"!
- 《雪原余烬 Snow Ash》 Demo Version-0728 Patch Log - 28 July 2025
Bug fixes1. Fixed the bug of returning money when the durability is higher than the upper limit2. Fixed the bug of displaying the number of silver coins in the pop-up window for resetting attribute pointsAs of today, we have optimized dozens of game content and fixed dozens of bugsWe have completed most of the parts that need to be adjusted and fixed in the demoThank you very much to every player who has experienced it, and thank you even more for the players who actively proposed modifications and found bugs for usIn the future, we will make irregular updates in the demo (if necessary), and hope that every player can have fun in the world of "Snow Ash"!
