What changed in Darkest Dungeon® in 2017
688 updates · 52 main milestones · Jan 10, 2017 to Nov 2, 2017
- 32 eventsFix to abomination not switching out of beast mode in flashback failsbug fixSteamFix to recovery tray tooltipsbug fixSteamFix to curios being wiped by flashbacksbug fixSteamFix to prop difficulty variants not workingbug fixSteamFix to riposte tooltipbug fixSteamFix to activity tooltip offset bugsbug fixSteamFix to russian max characters crashbug fixSteamFix to restoring in flashback room battle goal bugbug fixSteamFix to recovery tray tooltipsbug fixSteamFix to riposte tooltipbug fixSteamFix to tutorial quit out to campaign crashbug fixSteamShieldbreaker translation .locs (Misc & SB tables)localization
Still missing subtitles and some glossary items. Will be added as soon as we get them back.
SteamFix to russian max characters crashbug fixSteamRemoved ? and replaced with X for non quest items with a quest curiochangesSteamFix to abomination not switching out of beast mode in flashback failsbug fixSteamFix to torchlight not appearing after finishing a restored flashbackbug fixSteamClear vampire on dead heroes from town eventsgameplaySteamFix to prop difficulty variants not workingbug fixSteamFix to teleport bugs from flashback abomination fixbug fixSteamFix to flashback crashbug fixSteamFix to cut off tooltips from tray iconsbug fixSteamFix to curios being wiped by flashbacksbug fixSteamClear vampire on dead heroes from town eventsgameplaySteamFix to cut off tooltips from tray iconsbug fixSteamShieldbreaker translation .locs fixbug fixMisc & SB tables updated; still missing subtitles and some glossary items.
SteamRemoved ? and replaced with X for non quest items with a quest curiogameplaySteamFix to torchlight not appearing after finishing a restored flashbackbug fixSteamFix to tutorial quit out to campaign crashbug fixSteamFix to activity tooltip offset bugsbug fixSteamFix to flashback crashbug fixSteamFix to teleport bugs from flashback abomination fixbug fixSteamFix to restoring in flashback room battle goal bugbug fixSteam - 37 eventsNew Combat Mechanic: Stealthgameplay
Stealthed monsters cannot be targeted by direct attacks unless the attack has Bypass Stealth quality.
SteamFix to Permissive Never Again Virtue Chance Debuffbug fixDebuff was not being applied in the darkest dungeon.
SteamFix to Rare Corrupted Save Bugbug fixSteamFix to Crashing When Backing Out of Difficulty Optionbug fixSteamDeaths from Traps in the Courtyard Now Show in Graveyardbug fixFix for tracking deaths in the Crimson Court.
SteamFix Torch Tooltip Title Stringbug fixSteamController Support FixesperformanceImproved menu controller support and fixed various controller-related issues.
SteamFix to Slot Reorder Bug in Quest Selectbug fixSteamFix to Blocking Camping Eating When No Food Consumptionbug fixSteamFix Torch Tooltip Title Stringbug fixSteamFixed Invalid Dungeon Crash When Loading Questsbug fixSteamFix to Blocking Camping Eating When No Food Consumptionbug fixSteamFix Double Heal During Hunger Eventbug fixSteamFix to Permissive Never Again Virtue Chance Debuffbug fixDebuff was not being applied in the darkest dungeon.
SteamFix to Siren Controlling a Hero When Dying by Dot Bugbug fixSteamRebalanced Brigand Pounder PROT and HPbalance changeAdjusted due to the introduction of the Shieldbreaker while maintaining overall difficulty.
SteamAdded Mute When Game Window is Not Focused Optionui uxSteamDeaths from Traps in the Courtyard Now Show in Graveyardbug fixFix applied to ensure accurate tracking of deaths.
SteamFix Double Heal During Hunger Eventbug fixSteamFix to Final Boss Not Transforming Brain Bugbug fixSteamFix to Siren Controlling a Hero When Dying by DOT Bugbug fixSteamNew Feature: Curio Trackernew contentIcons on items in inventory help track positive or negative curio results.
SteamFix to Final Boss Not Transforming Brain Bugbug fixSteamRebalanced Brigand Pounder PROT and HPbalance changeAdjusted due to the introduction of the Shieldbreaker while maintaining overall difficulty.
SteamFixed Tooltip Bug Where LOW DMG Was Shown Without %bug fixSteamNew Feature: Curio Trackernew contentIcons on items in your inventory help remember which curios yielded positive or negative results.
SteamFix to Saving of Hero Turns at Start of Non First Roundbug fixSteamFixed Invalid Dungeon Crash When Loading Questsbug fixSteamFix to Crashing When Backing Out of Difficulty Optionbug fixSteamFix to Slot Reorder Bug in Quest Selectbug fixSteamNew Combat Mechanic: StealthgameplayMilestoneStealthed monsters cannot be targeted by direct attacks unless the attack has Bypass Stealth quality.
SteamFixed Tooltip Bug Where LOW DMG Was Shown Without %bug fixSteamShieldbreaker DLC Now Availabledlc releaseMilestoneIntroducing the Shieldbreaker, a new hero with tactical abilities to counter high protection monsters.
SteamFix to Rare Corrupted Save Bugbug fixSteamShieldbreaker DLC Now Availabledlc releaseMilestoneIntroducing the Shieldbreaker, a new tactical hero with unique abilities.
SteamFix to Saving of Hero Turns at Start of Non First Roundbug fixSteamController Support FixesperformanceImproved menu controller support and fixed various controller-related issues.
Steam - 38 eventsLOW DMG Tooltip Bug Fixedbug fix
Fixed tooltip bug where LOW DMG was shown without a percentage.
SteamCurio Tracker Introducednew contentNew feature that shows icons on items in inventory to indicate positive or negative results from curios.
SteamDouble Heal During Hunger Event Fixedbug fixFixed issue causing double heal during hunger events.
SteamMute Option for Unfocused Game Windowquality of lifeAdded a mute option when the game window is not focused.
SteamFix for Camping Eating Blockbug fixFixed issue blocking camping eating when there is no food consumption.
SteamCrash Fix When Backing Out of Difficulty Optionsbug fixFixed crashing issue when backing out of difficulty option while creating a new game.
SteamFix for Saving Hero Turnsbug fixFixed issue with saving hero turns at the start of non-first rounds.
SteamQuest Select Slot Reorder Bug Fixedbug fixFixed bug related to slot reordering in quest selection.
SteamDeaths from Traps in Courtyard Now Recordedbug fixDeaths from traps in the Courtyard now properly show up in the graveyard.
SteamStealth Mechanic Addednew contentMonsters now have the ability to use Stealth, affecting several enemy types.
SteamCamping Eating Block Fixbug fixFixed issue blocking camping eating when no food consumption is available.
SteamLOW DMG Tooltip Bug Fixedbug fixFixed tooltip bug where LOW DMG was shown without a percentage.
SteamDeaths from Traps in Courtyard Now Recordedbug fixDeaths from traps in the Courtyard now properly show up in the graveyard.
SteamNew Skills for StealthgameplaySkills like Tracking Shot, Rallying Flare, Flash Powder, Vulnerability Hex, and Intimidate now include Stealth Seek and Stealth Break.
SteamBrigand Pounder Rebalancedbalance changeRebalanced Brigand Pounder in preparation for The Shieldbreaker while maintaining overall difficulty.
SteamNever Again Virtue Chance Debuff Fixbug fixFixed issue where the permissive never again virtue chance debuff was not applied in the darkest dungeon.
SteamFix for Siren Controlling Hero on Deathbug fixFixed bug where Siren could control a hero when dying from damage over time.
SteamSlot Reorder Bug in Quest Select Fixedbug fixFixed bug related to slot reordering in quest selection.
SteamNever Again Virtue Chance Debuff Fixedbug fixFixed issue where the never again virtue chance debuff was not applied in the darkest dungeon.
SteamNew Skills for StealthgameplaySkills like Tracking Shot, Rallying Flare, Flash Powder, Vulnerability Hex, and Intimidate now include Stealth Seek and Stealth Break functionalities.
SteamFix for Living Monsters Capturing Heroesbug fixOnly living monsters can capture heroes, addressing issues with riposte kills.
SteamBrigand Pounder Rebalancedbalance changeRebalanced Brigand Pounder in preparation for The Shieldbreaker while retaining overall difficulty.
SteamCrash Fix on Difficulty Optionbug fixFixed crashing issue when backing out of difficulty option while creating a new game.
SteamMute Option for Unfocused Game Windowquality of lifeAdded a Mute when Game Window is not focused option.
SteamFix for Hero Turns Savingbug fixFixed issue with saving hero turns at the start of non-first rounds.
SteamController Support Improvementsbug fixImproved menu controller support and fixed various issues related to DLC/mod selection with controller.
SteamDouble Heal During Hunger Event Fixedbug fixFixed issue causing double heal during hunger event.
SteamFix for Living Monsters Capturing Heroesbug fixOnly living monsters can capture heroes, fixing issues with riposte kills.
SteamCurio Tracker Introducednew contentNew feature that shows icons on inventory items to indicate positive or negative results from curios.
SteamStealth Mechanic Addednew contentMonsters including Brigand Fusilier, Brigand Hunter, Crone, Pelagic Shaman, Bone Soldier, and Swine Slasher can now use Stealth.
SteamController Support Improvementsbug fixImproved menu controller support and fixed various issues with DLC/mod selection.
SteamFix for Siren Controlling Hero on Deathbug fixFixed issue where Siren could control a hero when dying from damage over time.
Steam - 4 eventsRolled back Russian TranslationslocalizationSteamFix for Curio Staying in Background Bugbug fix
Resolved an issue where a curio would remain in the background.
SteamFix for curio staying in the background bugbug fixSteamRolled Back Russian TranslationslocalizationReverted recent changes to the Russian translations.
Steam - 12 eventsAdded Simplified Chinese localizationlocalizationSteamFixed riposte crashbug fix
Resolved an issue where a crash would occur if an enemy/hero died from a riposte.
SteamFixed riposte crash issuebug fixResolved a crash that occurred when an enemy/hero died from a riposte.
SteamUpdated French and Russian stringslocalizationSteamFull Chinese Translation ImplementedlocalizationMilestoneAdded full simplified Chinese translation to the game, with contributions from the Chinese community.
SteamNew Translation Contribution ToolmoddingIntroduced a website tool for community members to contribute and improve translations for the game.
SteamFull Chinese Translation AddedlocalizationMilestoneImplemented full simplified Chinese translation into the game, with contributions from the Chinese community.
SteamAdded Simplified Chinese localizationlocalizationSteamCommunity Improvements to Russian and French TranslationslocalizationAdded community improvements to the existing Russian and French translations.
SteamNew Translation Contribution Tool IntroducedmoddingLaunched a website tool to facilitate community contributions for game translations.
SteamCommunity Improvements to Russian and French TranslationslocalizationAdded community improvements to the existing Russian and French translations.
SteamUpdated French and Russian stringslocalizationSteam - 68 eventsCountess fixesotherSteamRemove actor dots on retreatbug fixSteamFix to incrementing stun counter on already stunned monstersbug fixSteamFix to hunger and trinket loot death bugbug fixSteamFix double heal during hunger eventbug fixSteamFix to losing first turn of battle by quittingbug fixSteamFix memory leak in spine skeletonbug fixSteamFix to drag torch infinite use exploitbug fixSteamOnly living monsters can capture heroesgameplay
Applies to riposte kills on hag, fanatic against capture skills.
SteamSave and restore consecutive stun countsbug fixSteamViscount balance passbalance changeSteamFix blocking camping eating when no food consumptionbug fixSteamFix to using gold and heirlooms on curiosbug fixSteamViscount balance passbalance changeSteamFix to visuals on shuffle skillsbug fixSteamFix to Vvulf soft lockbug fixSteamFix to monster stun resist increment when retreatingbug fixSteamFix invalid dungeon crash when loading questsbug fixSteamFix to incrementing stun counter on already stunned monstersbug fixSteamFix to baron crash when summoning/switching when fullbug fixSteamAdjust quest display for controller usersui uxPut all quests on one line if there are more than the number of quests per row.
SteamFix final boss transforming brain bugbug fixSteamRestore stun visuals when restoring a save with a stunned monsterbug fixSteamFix to crash when buff is no longer validbug fixSteamUpdate buffs after resetting HP post-raidbug fixSteamFix to blocking camping eating without food consumptionbug fixSteamFix to missing actor fx crashbug fixSteamRemove actor dots on retreatbug fixSteamAdjust quest display for controller usersui uxPut all quests on one line if there are more than the number of quests per row.
SteamFix torch tooltip title stringbug fixSteamFix to visuals on shuffle skillsbug fixSteamFix to curtain being obvious bug in baron fightbug fixSteamFix to saving hero turns at the start of non-first roundbug fixSteamUpdate buffs after resetting HP post-raidbug fixSteamFix to corvids curiosity quirk description in sanitariumbug fixSteamFix the alerts not showing upbug fixSteamFix curtain being obvious bug in baron fightbug fixSteamFix torch tooltip title stringbug fixSteamCountess fixesotherSteamFix to using gold and heirlooms on curiosbug fixSteamFix memory leak in spine skeletonbug fixSteamFix to losing turns when quitting out of battlebug fixSteamRestore stun visuals when restoring a save with a stunned monsterbug fixSteamFix to crash when leaving a dungeon with invalid activitybug fixSteamFix to inability to use an item during loot window of a curiobug fixSteamFix to losing first turn of battle by quittingbug fixSteamFix the alerts not showing upbug fixSteamFix saving of hero turns at the start of non-first roundbug fixSteamFix to courtesan shuffle party effect timingbug fixEnsures it happens after the timescript and only once.
SteamFix courtesan shuffle party effect timingbug fixEnsures it happens after the timescript and only once.
SteamFix crash when buff is no longer validbug fixSteamFix to Vvulf soft lockbug fixSteamFix baron crash when summoning/switching when fullbug fixSteamFix double heal during hunger eventbug fixSteamFix to final boss transforming brain bugbug fixSteamFix to hunger and trinket loot death bugbug fixSteamSave and restore consecutive stun countsbug fixSteamFix monster stun resist increment when retreatingbug fixSteamFix to corvids curiosity quirk description in sanitariumbug fixSteamFix to missing actor fx crashbug fixSteamFix to losing turns when quitting out of battlebug fixSteamFix to crash when leaving a dungeon with invalid activitybug fixSteamFix to inability to use an item during loot window of a curiobug fixSteamFix battle turn order saving bugbug fixSteamOnly living monsters can capture heroesgameplayApplies to riposte kills on hag, fanatic against capture skills.
SteamFix to battle turn order saving bugbug fixSteamFix invalid dungeon crash when loading questsbug fixSteamFix to drag torch infinite use exploitbug fixSteam - 2 eventsAdded Missing Translations for Supported Languageslocalization
Hotfixed to patch in all missing translations for currently supported languages, including new text from last Thursday's patch.
SteamAdded Missing Translations for Supported LanguageslocalizationHotfixed to patch in all missing translations for currently supported languages, including new text from the last patch.
Steam - 46 eventsFixed missing stringsbug fixSteamDeath's door debuffs persistencebug fix
Death's door debuffs should no longer disappear after restarting the game in a battle.
SteamTwo Rat Carcass trinkets allowedgameplayIt's now possible to have two Rat Carcass trinkets in your Estate at once.
SteamController campaign selection fixbug fixFix to controller not having campaign selected by default.
SteamReduced blood dropsbalance changeBlood drops reduced due to new blood farming quest. Monitoring blood supply metrics.
SteamReduced Crimson Curse proc ratesbalance changeCrimson Curse proc rates from monsters reduced somewhat.
SteamFanatic drops 'The Cure'new contentMilestoneFanatic now drops 'The Cure', a consumable to remove the Crimson Curse from an affected hero.
SteamNew 'Gather the Blood' questnew contentMilestoneThe Courtyard will now regularly proc a quest that does not require an invitation, allowing reliable looting of The Blood.
SteamTray display overlay problem fixedbug fixSteamMissing SFX on warning confirms fixedbug fixSteamFix for masochistic camping meal balkbug fixFix to masochistic camping meal balk (string name errors).
SteamZero damage handling fixbug fixIf hero receives 0 dmg, no longer checks death's door and treats it as if no damage was taken.
SteamShrieker Steal Trinkets event settings fixedbug fixShrieker Steal Trinkets event now properly set to post-week 42.
SteamShrieker Steal Trinkets event settings fixedbug fixShrieker Steal Trinkets event now properly set to post-week 42.
SteamCourtyard bosses no longer give the cursebalance changeCourtyard bosses no longer give the curse since they will wipe it anyway if defeated.
SteamReduced blood dropsbalance changeBlood drops reduced due to new blood farming quest. Monitoring blood supply metrics.
SteamCourtyard bosses no longer give the cursebalance changeCourtyard bosses no longer give the curse since they'll wipe it if/when you beat them.
SteamReduced party stoppages during Curse transitionsgameplayImplemented a first pass at reducing party stoppages when transitioning Curse states.
SteamDistricts unlock checkbug fixDouble checks that districts have been unlocked in case saving failed.
SteamSubtitles playback fixbug fixMaking sure subtitles play when the narration system isn't initialized.
SteamFanatic drops 'The Cure'new contentMilestoneFanatic now drops 'The Cure', a consumable that removes the Crimson Curse from an affected hero.
SteamReduced Crimson Curse proc ratesbalance changeCrimson Curse proc rates from monsters reduced somewhat.
SteamRemoved flavor text in sanitariumbug fixRemove flavor text description in sanitarium and activity log when explicit buff description is active.
SteamTwo Rat Carcass trinkets allowednew contentIt's now possible to have two Rat Carcass trinkets in your Estate at once.
SteamFix for masochistic camping meal balkbug fixFix to masochistic camping meal balk (string name errors).
SteamFix for entering doors after unlockingbug fixFix to being unable to enter a door immediately after unlocking
SteamFix for entering doors after unlockingbug fixFix to being unable to enter a door immediately after unlocking
SteamDistricts unlock checkbug fixDouble checks that districts have been unlocked in case saving failed.
SteamController campaign selection fixbug fixFix to controller not having campaign selected by default.
SteamFlavor text removal in sanitariumbug fixRemove flavor text description in sanitarium and activity log when explicit buff description is active.
SteamDeath's door debuffs fixbug fixDeath's door debuffs should no longer disappear after restarting game in a battle.
SteamZero damage handlingbug fixIf hero receives 0 damage, no longer checks death's door and treats it as if no damage was taken.
SteamUpdated idle animations for Plague Doctorbug fixSteamNew 'Gather the Blood' questnew contentMilestoneThe Courtyard will now regularly proc a quest that does not require an invitation, allowing reliable looting of The Blood.
SteamReduced party stoppages during Curse transitionsperformanceImplemented a first pass at reducing party stoppages when transitioning Curse states.
SteamSubtitles playback fixbug fixMaking sure subtitles play when the narration system isn't initialized.
Steam - 4 eventsJingles the Jester's Finale Crit Chance Restoredbalance change
Crit chance for Finale restored, though still lower than previous versions.
SteamJingles the Jester's Finale Crit Chance Restoredbalance changeCrit chance for Finale has been restored, though it remains lower than previous versions.
SteamJingles the Jester's Finale Damage Bonus Restoredbalance changeFinale's base damage bonus is now 50%.
SteamJingles the Jester's Finale Damage Bonus Restoredbalance changeBase damage bonus for Finale increased to 50%.
Steam - 60 eventsFixed Quirks/Affliction Curio Interactionbug fix
Fixed quirks/affliction curio interaction with the key chests.
SteamFixed Courtyard Lock Issuebug fixFixed the Courtyard appearing locked on the Quest Select screen.
SteamStatue Adjustmentsbalance changeShield is now stun immune, increased HP/Prot slightly, small increase to laser damage.
SteamFixed Monster Attack Quirk Crashbug fixFixed issue where monster attacks could give incompatible quirks and crash the game.
SteamPuppet Theatre Cost and Damage Adjustmentsbalance changePuppet Theatre cost increased and damage bonus decreased.
SteamFixed Hero Class Generation Issuebug fixFixed for when a prisoner's hero class isn't found, to generate a new hero.
SteamFixed Quirks Evolving During Treatmentbug fixFixed issue where quirks could evolve while being treated.
SteamFixed Achievements Not Awarding Correctlybug fixFixed Achievements for World End, An Unexpected Party, What Strange Bedfellows, Bloodcult, and The Flesh is willing.
SteamFixed Achievements for Bloodmoonbug fixAchievements now correctly awarded for completing Bloodmoon.
SteamCove Monsters Animation Speed IncreaseperformanceSlightly sped up several Cove Monsters animations for a more menacing look.
SteamSolo Skill Changesbalance changeSolo now has increased accuracy, battle limit of 2, and gives a 7 round +50% stackable damage buff to Finale.
SteamRandom Loot Generation from Quest CuriosgameplayAdded ability to generate random loot from quest curios.
SteamViscount and Crocodilian Healing Changesbalance changeViscount and Crocodilian can no longer critically heal.
SteamAdded Remove on Battle Complete ParametermoddingAdded parameter to buffs for removal upon battle completion.
SteamFixed Hero Class Not Found for Prisonerbug fixFixed issue for when a prisoner's hero class isn't found, allowing generation of a new hero.
SteamFixed Self Heal Skills Narrationbug fixFixed issue where self heal skills could not trigger narration.
SteamAdded Ability to Generate Random Loot from Quest CuriosgameplayAdded ability to generate random loot from quest curios.
SteamShortened Infestation Variabilitybalance changeShortened infestation 2 and 3 top end variability.
SteamFixed Quirks Evolving During Treatmentbug fixMilestoneFixed Quirks being able to evolve while you are treating them.
SteamFixed Trinket Equipping from Loot Windowbug fixFixed issue with equipping trinkets out of the loot window.
SteamPuppet Theatre Cost and Damage Adjustmentbalance changeIncreased cost and decreased damage bonus for Puppet Theatre.
SteamJester’s Finale Skill Redesignbalance changeRedesigned to preserve intent as a powerful finisher, now takes time and setup to achieve maximum power.
SteamFixed Self Heal Skills Not Triggering Narrationbug fixFixed from self heal skills not being able to trigger narration.
SteamFixed Hero Initiatives Loss with Viscountbug fixFixed issue with hero initiatives being lost when Viscount feeds.
SteamFixed Equipping Trinkets from Loot Windowbug fixFixed Equipping Trinkets out of the loot window.
SteamAdded Remove on Battle Complete ParametermoddingAdded 'remove on battle complete' parameter to buffs.
SteamUpdated Combat Idle AnimationsvisualsUpdated Man-at-Arms, Highwayman, and Vestals combat idle animations.
SteamFixed Restoration Pop Textbug fixRemoved initial heal amount on Restoration Pop Text to no longer show a 0.
SteamFinale Skill Changesbalance changeFinale now has a battle limit of 1, cannot crit, accuracy increased, base damage reduced, and leaves a 12 round DEF debuff.
SteamFixed Monster Attacks Causing Crashesbug fixMilestoneFixed Monster attacks that could give incompatible quirks and crash the game.
SteamFixed Crimson Court Set Trinket Raritybug fixFixed rarity of Crimson Court Set Trinket to trigger correct Shrieker fight.
SteamViscount and Crocodilian Healing Adjustmentbalance changeViscount and Crocodilian can no longer critically heal.
SteamUpdated Combat Idle AnimationsvisualsUpdated animations for Man-at-Arms, Highwayman, and Vestals.
SteamUpdated Vestal and Highwayman Combat IdlesvisualsCleaned up combat idle cutouts for Vestal and Highwayman.
SteamJester's Finale Skill Redesignbalance changeMilestoneRedesigned to preserve its role as a powerful finisher with new limitations and buffs.
SteamUpdated Vestal and Highwayman Combat IdlesvisualsUpdated vestal and highwayman combat idle; cleaned up combat idle cutouts.
SteamAdded Subtitles for Crimson Court Cinematicsui uxAdded Subtitles for Crimson Court cinematics (Only English for now).
SteamFixed Locked Courtyard on Quest Selectbug fixFixed the Courtyard appearing locked on the Quest Select screen.
SteamFixed Quirks/Affliction Curio Interactionbug fixFixed interaction with key chests to prevent Reynauld from stealing quest keys.
SteamAdded Subtitles for Crimson Court Cinematicsui uxSubtitles added for Crimson Court cinematics (only English for now).
Steam - 20 eventsFixed combat skill switching after targetingbug fix
Resolved issue where skills could target incorrectly.
SteamFixed Raid end Quirk replacements from not appearingbug fixSteamFixed Raid end Quirk replacements from not appearingbug fixSteamFixed bug preventing the changing of mod load prioritybug fixSteamAdded embark warning for first Courtyard questnew contentSteamFixed bug involving the Trinket menu fadingbug fixSteamFixed combat skill switching after targetingbug fixResolved issue where targeting could be incorrect.
SteamFixed bug preventing the changing of mod load prioritybug fixSteamFixed Quirks unlocking/replacing on Cursed charactersbug fixSteamFixed localization using variations indiscriminatelybug fixResolved issues when there is no base file string.
SteamFixed localization using variations indiscriminatelybug fixImproved localization handling when base file string is absent.
SteamFixed Curse 'Resist' pop-up appearing for already Cursed charactersbug fixSteamAdded embark warning for first Courtyard questnew contentSteamFixed bug involving the Trinket menu fadingbug fixSteamFixed Quirks unlocking/replacing on Cursed charactersbug fixSteamFixed Quirks not obeying defined rules for incompatibilitybug fixQuirks can still coexist like Gambler and Known Cheat.
SteamFixed Quirks not obeying defined rules for incompatibilitybug fixQuirks can now properly enforce incompatibility rules.
SteamFixed Curse 'Resist' pop-up appearing for already Cursed charactersbug fixSteam - 34 eventsFanatic: Righteous Condemnation base damage reducedbalance change
Base damage for Righteous Condemnation has been reduced.
SteamFix to controller crash in embark screenbug fixMilestoneResolved an issue causing crashes when unequipping all trinkets.
SteamBlueprints awarded retroactively for Veteran and Champion boss killsgameplayBlueprints are now retroactively awarded for kills of Veteran and Champion bosses when converting older save files and unlocking Districts.
SteamFanatic: Brand Tainted crit chance removedbalance changeCrit chance for Brand Tainted has been removed.
SteamFanatic: Holy Stake base damage and marked target damage reducedbalance changeReduced base damage for Holy Stake and damage to marked targets.
SteamActivity contagion has proper backdrop in activity logui uxThe activity log now displays the correct backdrop for activity contagion.
SteamFanatic: Holy Stake base damage and marked target damage reducedbalance changeBase damage for Holy Stake and damage to marked targets have been reduced.
SteamDistricts only accessible on main Hamlet screengameplayDistricts can no longer be opened on Embark/Provisions.
SteamUpdated Occultist and Crusader combat idlevisualsVisual updates to the combat idle animations for Occultist and Crusader.
SteamFixed bug where players get kicked out of raids when turning on DLCbug fixMilestoneResolved an issue causing players to be kicked from raids upon enabling DLC.
SteamFanatic: Beat Down base damage reduced, crit chance increasedbalance changeBeat Down's base damage has been reduced while crit chance is increased.
SteamMac and PC performance improvementsperformanceImprovements aimed at resolving performance issues.
SteamFanatic: Fury of the Righteous base damage and stress AOE reducedbalance changeBase damage and stress area of effect for Fury of the Righteous have been reduced.
SteamMadman: Accusation now causes horrorbalance changeAccusation ability now inflicts horror instead of simple stress.
SteamFanatic: Fury of the Righteous base damage and stress AOE reducedbalance changeBase damage and stress area of effect for Fury of the Righteous have been reduced.
SteamDistricts only accessible on main Hamlet screengameplayDistricts can now only be accessed from the main Hamlet screen, not during Embark/Provisions.
SteamFanatic: Brand Tainted crit chance removedbalance changeCrit chance for Brand Tainted has been removed.
SteamFanatic: Beat Down base damage reduced, crit chance increasedbalance changeBase damage for Beat Down has been reduced while crit chance has been increased.
SteamActivity contagion has proper backdrop in activity logui uxImproved visual representation of activity contagion in the activity log.
SteamFanatic Pyre: Corrected insane damage errorbalance changeCorrected an error causing excessive damage at Champion level for Fanatic Pyre.
SteamFix to controller crash in embark screenbug fixResolved an issue causing a crash when unequipping all trinkets on controller in embark screen.
SteamMadman: Accusation now causes horrorbalance changeAccusation ability now inflicts horror instead of stress.
SteamMac and PC performance improvementsperformanceImprovements made to enhance performance on Mac and PC.
SteamFanatic Pyre: Corrected insane damage error at Champion levelbalance changeMilestoneFixed an error causing excessive damage at Champion level.
SteamFixed bug with players getting kicked out of raidsbug fixResolved an issue where players were kicked out of raids when turning on DLC.
SteamBlueprints retroactively awarded for Veteran and Champion boss killsgameplayBlueprints will now be awarded retroactively when converting older save files and unlocking Districts.
SteamFanatic: Righteous Condemnation base damage reducedbalance changeBase damage for Righteous Condemnation has been decreased.
SteamVirtuous resistance buffs increasedbalance changeBuffs to virtuous resistance to enhance heroic heroes.
SteamUpdated Occultist and Crusader combat idlevisualsCombat idle animations for Occultist and Crusader have been updated.
Steam - 16 eventsDecreased Croc HP and Removed Cure Selfbalance change
Croc: decreased HP some and removed Cure Self on Submerge for Apprentice and Veteran level.
SteamIncreased Blood Drop Ratesbalance changeSignificantly increased blood drop rates, in some cases doubling the previous rates.
SteamShortened Infestation Schedulesbalance changeInfestation schedules shortened, especially the first one.
SteamAdded missing translations for The Crimson Court DLClocalizationAbout 10% of the Crimson Court text was still in English only. Now all text should be translated to the current 9 languages.
SteamAdded Missing Translations for The Crimson Court DLClocalizationAbout 10% of the Crimson Court text was still in English only. Now all text in the DLC should be translated to the current 9 languages.
SteamIncreased Blood Drop Ratesbalance changeSignificantly increased blood drop rates, in some cases doubling the previous rates.
SteamIncreased Castellans for Baron Questnew contentMore Castellans (who drop Invites) will appear for Baron Quest at High Infestation.
SteamCroc HP Decrease and Cure Self Removalbalance changeCroc: decreased HP some and removed Cure Self on Submerge for Apprentice and Veteran level.
SteamAdjusted Shamblers and Collectors Difficultybalance changeCorrect Shamblers and Collectors to be proper difficulty for Veteran and Champion quests
SteamHeroes Will Not Retreat When AfflictedgameplayFor now, heroes will not retreat from battle when afflicted (we may improve this functionality later)
SteamIncreased Castellans for Baron Questnew contentMore Castellans (who drop Invites) will appear for Baron Quest at High Infestation.
SteamShortened Infestation Schedulesbalance changeInfestation schedules shortened, especially the first one.
SteamHeroes Will Not Retreat When AfflictedgameplayFor now, heroes will not retreat from battle when afflicted (we may improve this functionality later)
SteamAdjusted Shamblers and Collectors Difficultybalance changeCorrect Shamblers and Collectors to be proper difficulty for Veteran and Champion quests
Steam - 28 eventsReduced Max Weeks of Low Infestationbalance change
Reduced the MAX WEEKS of LOW INFESTATION by 1.
SteamFixed Various String Issuesbug fixSteamSanguine Vintners Blood Addition Adjustedbalance changeSanguine Vintners now properly adds 2 blood to your hamlet inventory each week.
SteamBlood Drop Rates Increasedbalance changeIncrease to Blood drop rates, intended to be rare but not frustratingly so.
SteamSanguine Vintners Blood Addition Adjustedbalance changeSanguine Vintners now properly adds 2 blood to your hamlet inventory each week.
SteamCrocodilian Cures Bleed/Blight When SubmerginggameplayCrocodilian now Cures Bleed/Blight when submerging.
SteamChevaliers No Longer Pass Turns Behind Corpsesbug fixChevaliers will no longer pass turns when standing behind three corpses.
SteamNew Ancestor Narration Lines Addednew contentNew Ancestor Narration lines properly hooked up, with reduced frequency of new Heal Narration lines.
SteamIncreased Bloodsucker and Castellan Appearance Ratesbalance changeSlightly increased BLOODSUCKER and CASTELLAN appearance rates on High Infestation.
SteamIncreased Bloodsucker and Castellan Appearance Ratesbalance changeSlightly increased BLOODSUCKER and specifically CASTELLAN appearance rates on High Infestation.
SteamUse Limits Added to Torches and BloodgameplayAdded Use Limits to Torches in the Courtyard and Blood on Cursed Characters.
SteamChevaliers No Longer Pass Turns Behind Corpsesbug fixChevaliers will no longer pass turns when standing behind three corpses.
SteamBaron Quest Icon Color Correctionui uxThe Baron Quest Icon now colored to correctly indicate its Dungeon Tier (L3/Veteran).
SteamReduced Max Weeks of Low Infestationbalance changeReduced the MAX WEEKS of LOW INFESTATION by 1 to hit Medium infest sooner.
SteamFixed +DMG Skill Modifiers for Monstersbug fixFixed some of the +DMG skill modifiers for specific monster types.
SteamNew Ancestor Narration Lines Implementednew contentNew Ancestor Narration lines properly hooked up, with reduced frequency of new Heal Narration lines.
SteamBaron Quest Icon Color Correctedui uxThe Baron Quest Icon now colored to correctly indicate its Dungeon Tier (L3/Veteran).
SteamCrocodilian Cures Bleed/Blight When SubmerginggameplayCrocodilian now Cures Bleed/Blight when submerging.
SteamFixed +DMG Skill Modifiers for Monstersbug fixFixed some of the +DMG skill modifiers for specific monster types.
SteamBlood Drop Rates Increasedbalance changeIncrease to Blood drop rates; intended to be rare but not frustratingly so.
SteamUse Limits Added to Torches and BloodgameplayAdded Use Limits to Torches in the Courtyard and Blood on Cursed Characters.
SteamFixed Various String Issuesbug fixSteam - 60 eventsAdded Horror (Stress DOT) to Monstersgameplay
Horror effect added to a few monsters in the dungeons.
SteamLore-Driven Trinket Setsnew contentMilestoneLore-driven trinket sets for all heroes will be introduced, complete with set bonuses.
SteamViscount Self-Cure Additionbalance changeViscount: added Cure Self right before Absorb when eating meals
SteamIntroduction of Districtsnew contentMilestoneNew prestige buildings called Districts that offer permanent, estate-wide bonuses.
SteamNew Affliction Act-Outsnew contentCharacters can now attack each other and may force a retreat.
SteamComprehensive Trinket Re-Balancingbalance changeStat changes and rarity/tiering changes for various trinkets.
SteamNew Affliction Act-Outsnew contentCharacters can now attack each other and may force a retreat.
SteamIntroduction of Districtsnew contentMilestoneNew prestige buildings called Districts will offer permanent, estate-wide bonuses.
SteamNarration Loading UpdateperformanceUpdate to narration to load narration with json to make sure loading screen narration exists.
SteamNew Dungeon Region: The Courtyardnew contentMilestoneA new dungeon region called The Courtyard will be introduced.
SteamNew Faction of Deadly Foesnew contentMilestoneA full faction of new deadly foes will be added to the game.
SteamThe Crimson Court Expansion Release Datedlc releaseMilestoneThe first expansion, The Crimson Court, is scheduled for release on June 19th, 2017.
SteamMassive Maps with New Featuresnew contentMilestoneMassive, sprawling maps featuring locked doors, prisoner rooms, and progress saves.
SteamSpanish Language Crash Fixbug fixMilestoneFixed Spanish language crash caused by viewing Flagellant character panel
SteamNew Dungeon Region: The Courtyardnew contentMilestoneA new dungeon region called The Courtyard will be added.
SteamNew Wandering Boss: The Fanaticnew contentMilestoneA new wandering boss named The Fanatic will be added to the game.
SteamEnter Dungeon with Less than Full PartygameplayPlayers can now enter dungeons with fewer than the full party size.
SteamFour Unique Courtyard Bossesnew contentMilestoneFour new, unique Courtyard Bosses with complex mechanics will be added.
SteamNarration Loading Updatebug fixUpdate to narration to load narration with json to make sure loading screen narration exists.
SteamMisc String Fixesbug fixSteamHigh Torchlight Levels Grant Dodge Bonusbalance changeHeroes now receive a dodge bonus at high torchlight levels.
SteamViscount Self-Cure Additionbalance changeViscount: added Cure Self right before Absorb when eating meals
SteamMassive Sprawling Mapsnew contentMilestoneNew maps featuring locked doors, prisoner rooms, and progress saves will be included.
SteamNew Hero Class Introductionnew contentMilestoneA new hero class will be introduced, described as 'Awash in blood and delusion, they bear the burden of a thousand lifetimes.'
SteamHigh Torchlight Levels Grant Dodge Bonusbalance changeHeroes now receive a dodge bonus when torchlight levels are high.
SteamNew Faction of Deadly Foesnew contentMilestoneA full faction of new deadly foes will be introduced.
SteamUpdated Soundtrack with New TracksaudioSoundtrack updated to include new tracks from the Crimson Court.
SteamBloodmoon Death/Week Limits Display Fixbug fixFix to Bloodmoon Death/Week limits not displaying
SteamCharacter Class Balancing Adjustmentsbalance changeMilestoneAdjustments made to various character classes including Crusader, Highwayman, Bounty Hunter, Leper, and Occultist.
SteamRevised Quest Rewards for Cove Boss QuestsgameplayImproved rewards for completing Cove boss quests.
SteamIntroduction of The Fanatic Bossnew contentMilestoneA new wandering boss named The Fanatic will be introduced.
SteamNew Hero Class Introductionnew contentMilestoneA new hero class described as 'Awash in blood and delusion, they bear the burden of a thousand lifetimes.'
SteamSpanish Language Crash Fixbug fixMilestoneFixed Spanish language crash caused by viewing Flagellant character panel
SteamRevised Quest Rewards for Cove Boss QuestsgameplayImproved rewards for completing Cove boss quests.
SteamEnter Dungeon with Less Than Full PartygameplayPlayers can now enter the dungeon with fewer than a full party.
SteamBug Fixes and Stability Improvementsbug fixSteamFour Unique Courtyard Bossesnew contentMilestoneFour new, unique Courtyard Bosses with complex mechanics will be introduced.
SteamLore-Driven Trinket Setsnew contentMilestoneLore-driven trinket sets for all heroes with set bonuses will be introduced.
SteamThe Crimson Court Expansion Release Datedlc releaseMilestoneThe first expansion, The Crimson Court, is scheduled for release on June 19th, 2017.
SteamModding Changes Due to DLC ReworkmoddingFile structure changes may break some mods until creators revise them.
SteamBug Fixes and Stability Improvementsbug fixSteamLaudanum Addednew contentNew item, Laudanum, introduced to combat Horror, available at Provisioners.
SteamBloodmoon Death/Week Limits Display Fixbug fixFix to Bloodmoon Death/Week limits not displaying
SteamCharacter Class Balancing Adjustmentsbalance changeMilestoneAdjustments made to various character classes including Crusader, Highwayman, Bounty Hunter, Leper, and Occultist.
SteamMisc String Fixesbug fixSteamComprehensive Trinket Re-Balancingbalance changeStat and rarity/tiering changes made to various trinkets.
SteamUpdated Soundtrack with New TracksaudioNew tracks from the Crimson Court added to the soundtrack at no charge.
SteamAdded Horror (Stress DOT) to MonstersgameplayNew Horror mechanic added to certain monsters in dungeons.
SteamModding Changes Due to DLC ReworkmoddingChanges in file structures may break some mods until revised by creators.
Steam - 28 eventsAdded Close Button for mode selection on new save fileui uxSteamAdded trinket outline fx to quest selectui uxSteamFixed Various Typosbug fixSteamFix center on map when tabbing with Auto-Center OFFbug fixSteamAdded Missing Activity Log Stringsbug fixSteamFixed Center on Map Issue with Auto-Center Offbug fixSteamFixed Two Small Bugs Relating to Crow Town Eventsbug fixSteamFixed Invisible Obstacle Bugbug fixSteamShrieker Nest loot adjustmentbalance changeSteamUpdated Town Fair event text for treatment facilitieschanges
Text now accurately states that all treatment facilities are free.
SteamShrieker Nest Loot Adjustmentbalance changeSteamHooked up new starting room backgrounds for plot questsnew contentSteamPlot Quest Reward Trinkets No Longer Valid for RetentiongameplayTrophy/Darkest Dungeon Talisman cannot be lost.
SteamFixed Duplicate Party Name Issuebug fixSteamAdded Close Button for Choosing Mode on New Save Fileui uxSteamMoved tutorial option to other for app-wide savingui uxSteamPlot quest reward trinkets no longer valid for retentionchangesTrophy/Darkest Dungeon Talisman cannot be lost.
SteamFixed Invisible Obstacle bugbug fixSteamFixed two small bugs relating to the Crow Town Eventsbug fixSteamFix to deck based stagecoach bug causing premature shufflingbug fixSteamFixed a duplicate Party Namebug fixSteamAdded missing activity log stringsbug fixSteamNew Starting Room Backgrounds for Plot Questsnew contentSteamFixed various typosbug fixSteamAdded Trinket Outline FX to Quest Selectui uxSteamUpdated Town Fair Event Textui uxText now accurately states that all treatment facilities are free.
Steam - 28 eventsFixed Quirk Descriptionsbug fixSteamAuto-Center Dungeon Map Optionquality of life
New option added to auto-center the dungeon map on the party when idle.
SteamNew Auto-Center Dungeon Map Optionui uxDungeon map will auto-center on party when idle, default is ON.
SteamAdded Remaining Localization for Strings from Radiant UpdatelocalizationSteamPotential Fix for Invisible Obstacle Bugbug fixSteamUncapped Trap DisarmsgameplayTrap disarms are now uncapped; 100% or more should always succeed.
SteamFixed Bug with Man-At-Arms Guardingbug fixResolved a bug that allowed the Man-At-Arms to guard two targets simultaneously.
SteamShift-Click to Sell Stacks While Provisioningquality of lifeAdded functionality to sell item stacks using Shift-Click during provisioning.
SteamNew Batch of 200+ Community Party Namesnew contentAdded new community-created party names, currently only available in English.
SteamAdded More Locations for New Trinket FXnew contentSteamDisabled Provision Warnings for ShriekergameplayProvision warnings are now disabled when preparing for the Shrieker encounter.
SteamNew Art for Dungeon Regions Starting RoomvisualsAdded new artwork for the starting room of each dungeon region.
SteamPotential Fix for Invisible Obstacle Bugbug fixImplemented a potential fix for the bug causing invisible obstacles.
SteamShift-Click to Sell Stacks While Provisioningquality of lifePlayers can now sell stacks using Shift-Click during provisioning.
SteamAdded New Batch of 200+ Community Party Namesnew contentNew party names added, currently only available in English.
SteamAdded New Art for Each Dungeon Region's Starting RoomvisualsSteamTweaked Shrieker AIaiSteamRemaining Localization for Radiant Update StringslocalizationCompleted localization for strings added in the Radiant Update.
SteamAdded Missing StringslocalizationSteamFixed Bug Allowing Man-At-Arms to Guard 2 Targets Simultaneouslybug fixSteamDisabled Provision Warnings When Preparing for the ShriekergameplaySteamFixed Town Event Cooldown Bugbug fixSteam - 23 eventsAdded ghostly breath for Squiffy GhastvisualsSteamFixed Bounty Hunter survivalist text bugbug fixSteamSwapped Maddening Shanty and Off-Kilter Jig sound effectsaudioSteamFixed Quirk tagsbug fixSteamShrieker’s Nest now correctly drops loot when destroyedbug fix
Loot drops correctly when Shrieker is killed or flees.
SteamFix to profile options loading with multiple profilesbug fixSteamUses Maddening Shanty in POS 2-3-4 for Squiffy GhastaudioSteamEnabled highdpi settings on macperformanceSteamAdded ghostly breath for Squiffy GhastvisualsSteamShrieker’s Nest loot drop fixbug fixNow correctly drops loot when destroyed before Shrieker is killed or flees.
SteamFixed UI issue with Survivalist Camping Skill layoutbug fixSteamFixed Quirk tagsbug fixSteamFixed missing loading screen tips for crow_trinket plot questbug fixSteamEnabling highdpi settings on macperformanceSteamFixed activity log stringsbug fixSteamFixed missing loading screen tips for crow_trinket plot questbug fixSteamFixed activity log stringsbug fixSteamFixed Bounty Hunter survivalist text bugbug fixSteamProfile options loading fixbug fixFix to profile options loading when you have multiple profiles.
SteamFixed UI issue with Survivalist Camping Skill layoutbug fixSteamUpdated Squiffy Ghast sound effectsaudioUses Maddening Shanty in POS 2-3-4 and swapped Maddening Shanty and Off-Kilter Jig sfx.
Steam - 10 eventsFixed missing sound for Eldritch Altarbug fixSteamFixed missing strings and typosbug fixSteamFixed Activity log not displaying money lost correctlybug fixSteamFixed missing strings and typosbug fixSteamFixed missing sound for Eldritch Altarbug fixSteamPotential Fix for Resolution issues on OSXbug fixSteamFixed FX when disarming trapsbug fixSteamFixed FX when disarming trapsbug fixSteamPotential Fix for Resolution issues on OSXbug fixSteamFixed Activity log money display issuebug fixSteam
- 58 eventsIncreased Hero Level Flexibilitygameplay
Heroes up to Level 4 can enter Novice dungeons; any hero can enter Veteran or Champion dungeons.
SteamTavern and Abbey Side Effects Rebalancebalance changeRebalanced side effects to make Tavern and Abbey equally preferable.
SteamEconomy Adjustmentsbalance changeMilestoneEconomy was too gold starved; costs for hero treatment and upgrades reduced, gold drops increased.
SteamFix for gather/destroy quests missing necessary curiosbug fixSteamExposed More Settings for ModdingmoddingSignificantly more settings have been exposed for future modding.
SteamFirst wave of Localization addedlocalizationSteamIncreased Returned Provisions Valuebalance changeReturned provisions now give slightly more money back.
SteamReduced Costs for Hero Upgradesbalance changeCosts for hero upgrade and treatment scaling by level have been reduced.
SteamFix for characters not going missing on treatment usebug fixSteamFix for gather/destroy quests not containing all necessary quest curiosbug fixSteamNew Stage Coach Population SystemgameplayIntroduced a deck-based system for Stage Coach population that favors healers.
SteamChanges to 'Never Again' mechanicgameplayHeroes can return to the Darkest Dungeon but will face increased stress.
SteamAuto-Equip Skills on Purchasequality of lifeSkills will now auto-equip when purchased if there is room.
SteamIntroduction of Radiant Modenew contentMilestoneRadiant Mode is designed to take less time to complete while maintaining challenge.
SteamNew Monsters AddedgameplayMilestoneFour new monsters introduced: Bone Bearer, Hateful Virago, Swine Skiver, and Squiffy Ghast.
SteamNew Trinket Recovery QuestgameplayMilestoneTrinkets are no longer lost on party wipe; a recovery method is introduced.
SteamIncreased Number of Save Slotsquality of lifeMore save slots have been added for player convenience.
SteamUpdated Marquee textui uxSteamHunger Events functionality correctedbug fixHunger Events should now be working correctly across all modes.
SteamHunger Events functionality correctedbug fixHunger Events should now be working correctly across all modes.
SteamTweaked Crow Trinketsbalance changeSteamFix for Increased CPU Usagebug fixAddressed issues reported by users regarding increased CPU usage.
SteamNew UI Featuresquality of lifeAdded various UI tweaks, including better sorting and warnings for skills and provisions.
SteamFix for Increased CPU Usagebug fixAddressed issues reported by users regarding increased CPU usage.
SteamEnhanced Roster Sortingquality of lifeCharacters in the party are now arranged in their party formation.
SteamFix for Town Event Descriptionsbug fixCorrected the description for the Provision Discount Town Event.
SteamSwintaur FX updatedvisualsSteamStage Coach UpgradesgameplayStage Coach can now be upgraded for new recruits starting at Level 4 with increased appearance chances.
SteamAdded missing stringslocalizationSteamTweaked Crow Trinketsbalance changeSteamIntroduction of Radiant Modenew contentMilestoneA new game mode designed to reduce overall completion time while maintaining challenge.
SteamHigher Light Conditions BonusesgameplayHigher light conditions now confer slightly more DEF bonuses to the party.
SteamHero Leveling FlexibilitygameplayHeroes up to Level 4 can enter Novice dungeons; any hero can enter Veteran or Champion dungeons.
SteamChanges to 'Never Again' mechanicgameplayHeroes can return to the Darkest Dungeon but will face increased stress and a higher chance of affliction.
SteamUpdated Marquee textui uxSteamFirst wave of Localization addedlocalizationSteamEconomy Adjustmentsbalance changeAdjusted economy to reduce gold starvation and increased gold drops.
SteamFix for characters not going missing on treatment usebug fixSteamIntroduction of New Monstersnew contentAdded 4 new monsters: Bone Bearer, Hateful Virago, Swine Skiver, and Squiffy Ghast.
SteamSwintaur FX updatedvisualsSteamAccelerated Region ProgressiongameplayRegions progress more quickly to accommodate shorter playtime.
SteamAdded missing stringslocalizationSteamSkill Equip Warnings Addedquality of lifeWarnings added for embarking without all skills equipped and low food.
SteamImproved Quest Trigger Linksquality of lifeLinks for quests that trigger Town Events are now clearly shown.
SteamStage Coach Upgradesbalance changeStage Coach can now be upgraded to allow new recruits starting at Level 4 with increased appearance chances.
SteamVvulf Quest Difficulty Adjustedbalance changeVvulf quest and Vvulf himself are now less tough and will not appear before week 40.
SteamReduced Treatment Costsbalance changeHero upgrade and treatment costs have been scaled down by level.
Steam - 56 eventsFix for Increased CPU Usagebug fix
Addressed issues reported by users regarding increased CPU usage.
SteamIncreased Hero Level FlexibilitygameplayHeroes up to Level 4 can enter Novice dungeons; any hero can enter Veteran or Champion dungeons.
SteamFix for In Such Great Haste Achievement Awarding Issuebug fixFixed erroneous awarding of the achievement when starting a new Radiant Campaign after completing the game on a harder difficulty.
SteamStage Coach Upgradesbalance changeStage Coach can now be upgraded for new recruits starting at Level 4 with increased appearance chances.
SteamEntry Level Achievement Retroactive AwardgameplayAchievement awarded retroactively for completing the game on a harder difficulty when starting a Radiant Campaign.
SteamFixed Crash When Loading into Shrieker’s Perchbug fixSteamVeteran and Champion Skeletal Defenders ImprovementsaiSkeletal Defenders now have the tools to live up to their namesake.
SteamStage Coach Upgradesbalance changeStage Coach can now upgrade to show new recruits starting at Level 4 with increased appearance chances.
SteamNew Variations to Dungeon Map Generationnew contentSteamFixed Crash on Loading Various Champion Dungeonsbug fixSteamAddition of New Monstersnew contentMilestoneFour new monsters added to Champion level Dungeons: Bone Bearer, Hateful Virago, Swine Skiver, and Squiffy Ghast.
SteamExposed More Settings for ModdingmoddingSignificantly more settings exposed for future modding capabilities.
SteamFixed Character Availability Issue During Treatmentbug fixSteamNew Monsters Addednew contentFour new monsters introduced: Bone Bearer, Hateful Virago, Swine Skiver, and Squiffy Ghast.
SteamChanges to 'Never Again' mechanicgameplayHeroes can return to the Darkest Dungeon but will face increased stress and a higher chance of affliction.
SteamFixed Character Availability Issue During Treatmentbug fixSteamIntroduction of Radiant Modenew contentMilestoneA new game mode designed to reduce overall completion time while maintaining challenge.
SteamImproved Town Event Logicquality of lifeBetter logic for supplying trinket rewards and clearer links for quests triggering Town Events.
SteamNew Trinket Recovery Questnew contentA new quest introduced allowing players to recover trinkets after a party wipe.
SteamResolved Missing Stringsbug fixSteamVeteran and Champion Skeletal Defenders Enhanced AIaiSteamBone Bearer AI Improvement When Last StandingaiSteamFood Provision Adjustmentsbalance changeIncreased food provision costs and decreased stack sizes to balance gameplay.
SteamResolved Missing Stringsbug fixSteamNew UI Featuresui uxAdded various UI tweaks, including a new Party selection type for camp skills.
SteamFixed Crash on Loading Various Champion Dungeonsbug fixMilestoneSteamFix for In Such Great Haste Achievement Awarding Issuebug fixSteamReduced Costs for Hero Upgradesbalance changeScaling of hero upgrade and treatment costs has been reduced based on level.
SteamHero Leveling FlexibilitygameplayHeroes up to Level 4 can enter Novice dungeons; any hero can enter Veteran or Champion dungeons.
SteamExposed More Settings for ModdingmoddingSignificantly more settings exposed for future modding.
SteamReduced Hero Upgrade Costsbalance changeScaling of hero upgrade and treatment costs reduced by level.
SteamEconomy Adjustmentsbalance changeMilestoneAdjusted economy to reduce gold starvation, including reduced treatment costs and increased gold drops.
SteamFix for Increased CPU Usagebug fixAddressed issues reported by users regarding increased CPU usage.
SteamNew Variations to Dungeon Map Generationnew contentSteamNew Quirk: Skilled Gamblerquality of lifeIntroduced a new quirk with improved functionality for Bad Gambler and Skilled Gambler.
SteamReduced Trap Spawn Rates When Backtrackingbalance changeSteamIntroduction of Radiant Modenew contentMilestoneA new game mode designed to reduce overall playtime while maintaining challenge.
SteamEntry Level Achievement Retroactive Award for Harder Difficulty CompletiongameplaySteamFixed Missing Sounds for Gargoyle and Vvulf Brigand Hunter/Raiderbug fixSteamFixed Missing Sounds for Gargoyle and Vvulf Brigand Hunter/Raiderbug fixSteamChanges to 'Never Again' mechanicgameplayHeroes can return to the Darkest Dungeon but will face increased stress and affliction risks.
SteamImproved Town Event Logicquality of lifeBetter logic for supplying trinket rewards and clearer links for quests triggering Town Events.
SteamEconomy Adjustmentsbalance changeAdjusted economy in Radiant and Darkest modes to reduce gold starvation.
SteamFood Provision Cost Adjustmentsbalance changeIncreased food provision costs and decreased stack sizes.
SteamFixed Crash When Loading into Shrieker’s Perchbug fixMilestoneSteamReduced Trap Spawn Rates When Backtrackingbalance changeSteamAccelerated Hero XP Progressionbalance changeHero XP progression has been accelerated to enhance gameplay flow.
SteamTweaks to the Shriekerbalance changeSteamNew UI Featuresui uxAdded various UI tweaks, including a warning for unselected skills and food before embarking.
SteamTweaks to the ShriekergameplaySteam - 8 eventsRollback to Pre-Controller Support BETA Recommendedother
Players experiencing issues are advised to roll back to the previous beta version.
SteamAddressing CPU/GPU Load IssuesperformanceAcknowledged performance issues affecting players and stated that a full solution will take a few weeks.
SteamRollback Option to Pre-Controller Support BETAotherRecommended players affected by performance issues to roll back to the previous BETA version.
SteamSmall UI Fix for Options Menuui uxImplemented a minor fix to improve the options menu interface.
SteamAddressing CPU/GPU Load IssuesperformanceThe team is aware of performance issues affecting players and is working on a solution.
SteamNew Analytics Hooks AddedotherImplementation of new analytics hooks to gather data for design decisions.
SteamNew Analytics Hooks AddedotherIntroduced new analytics hooks to gather data for design changes in Radiant Mode.
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