Spark in the Dark
Playing now
32−13 vs. yesterday
4.2%of peak
All-time peak
755Apr 2026
Playing now
32−13 vs. yesterday
All-time peak
755Apr 2026
| Published | Title | Build |
|---|---|---|
| Hotfix (0.3.17.2) Change List · Fixed a visual issue that caused blood to glow on macOS. · Fixed a visual issue with hidden passages. · Improved compatibility with older save files. · Minor text fixes. Thanks! | 25142980 | |
| Patch (0.3.16) Hi everyone! We’ve released a new update with a number of improvements, fixes, and gameplay refinements. Change List · Improved the Dodge calculation formula. Heavy armor now applies a -10% Dodge penalty, while light armor grants a +10% bonus. Previously, heavy armor had a noticeable advantage over other armor types. · Added a finishing move animation for two-handed swords · Added new hit react… | 23717393 | |
| Patch (0.3.15) Hello everyone! We've released a new update with a number of improvements, fixes, and adjustments. Change List · Adjusted the death penalty in Seeker Mode. On Hard difficulty, up to two items can be damaged; on Normal, one item; on Easy, equipment is no longer damaged after death · Added a finishing move with bare fists · Fixed a possible hero freeze when switching between a crossbow and anothe… | — | |
| Hotfix (0.3.14.1) Change List · Fixed sound issues · Fixed blood effects Thanks! | 23377192 | |
| Patch (0.3.14) We’ve released a new update with a number of improvements, fixes, and gameplay adjustments. Change List · Hunter experience is now awarded when a trap is triggered and deals damage, not only when a creature dies · Legendary weapon generation now depends on the hero’s preferred skill — one-handed or two-handed weapons. Previously, the chance was random (50/50) · Optimized the game’s sound system… | 23364904 | |
| Patch (0.3.13) We’ve released patch 0.3.13 with a number of improvements, fixes, and gameplay adjustments. Change List · Added finishing attacks with two-handed hammers and axes · Accelerated the startup of finishing attacks with one-handed weapons · Improved creature tracking in the Bestiary · Increased reliability of quick weapon switching and fixed related issues · Fixed possible hero freeze after firing a… | 23183447 | |
| Patch (0.3.12) We’ve released patch 0.3.12 with a number of improvements, balance changes, and fixes. Version 0.3.12 · Improved dream system — alcohol now correctly affects the chance of nightmares · Increased duration of most potions (90 sec → 120 sec). Health potion now heals more intensively. · Added auto-reload for an empty crossbow when attacking (uses a standard bolt). Manual reload still opens the bolt… | 23031151 | |
| Small Patch (0.3.11) We’ve released patch 0.3.11 with a number of improvements, balance changes, and fixes. Version 0.3.11 · Improved lighting system across all layers · Improved creature trigger system — their arrival is now less predictable · Refined Сounter-attack startup timing when using shields and two-handed swords · Reduced the weight of medium and heavy shields, and slightly increased the durability of all… | 22963993 | |
| Small Patch (0.3.10) We’ve released patch 0.3.10 with a number of improvements and fixes. Version 0.3.10 · Added new “Vibration” and “Light” options (for DualShock and DualSense) — they can be disabled in the gamepad settings · Improved save loading stability · Improved camera zoom smoothness · Improved gamepad zoom (right stick) — added threshold limits, so it no longer triggers unintentionally · Improved gamepad… | 22926164 | |
| Small Patch (0.3.9) We’ve released patch 0.3.9 with a number of fixes and minor improvements. Version 0.3.9 · A legendary crossbow has been added to the treasury on the 2nd layer for ranged builds (yes, it was oddly missing before) · Fixed the “Shadow Master” achievement — previously it could only be obtained on the 1st layer · Fixed hero statues on the 2nd layer — it was previously possible to receive more than o… | 22892862 | |
| Small Patch (0.3.8) Small Patch We’ve released patch 0.3.8 with a number of fixes and improvements. Version 0.3.8 · Fixed interaction with armor upgrade blueprints — previously, the “Use” button on learned blueprints could cause item duplication or disappearance · Fixed an issue with disarming hidden traps in chests · Fixed save file deletion — files are now properly removed both locally and in Steam Cloud · Impro… | 22856112 | |
| Small Patch (0.3.7) We’ve released patch 0.3.7 with a number of improvements, new features, and fixes. Version 0.3.7 · The blacksmith now has an additional tab in the inventory that shows all learned and unlearned armor upgrade blueprints. You can also see at which level each upgrade becomes available · On the 3rd layer, ancient layer schematics can be found in some locations — carved into stone and metal · Dagger… | 22820238 | |
| Small Patch (0.3.6) We’ve released patch 0.3.6 with a number of balance changes, fixes, and improvements. Version 0.3.6 · Increased storage capacity · Increased dagger durability · Slightly increased the number of crowbars available to the Hunter · Increased monster difficulty on the 3rd layer — some weaker creatures have been replaced with more dangerous ones · Fixed an issue with rebinding the action key · Fixed… | 22786013 | |
| Small Patch (0.3.5) We’ve released patch 0.3.5 with a number of improvements and fixes. Version 0.3.5 · Added Steam Cloud save support · Ropes are now more visually noticeable · Various minor improvements and fixes across the game Thank you for your support. We continue to monitor your feedback and take it into account in our ongoing work on the game. | 22767437 | |
| Small Patch (0.3.4) We’ve released patch 0.3.4 with a number of fixes and improvements. Version 0.3.4 · Improved navigation through lists when using gamepads · Improved navigation in the settings menu when using gamepads · Added the ability to delete save files from the game menu · Fixed the Yargee quest — the curse is now properly removed after completion · Fixed various minor issues Thank you for your support. W… | 22745851 | |
| Small Patch (0.3.3) Small Patch We’ve released patch 0.3.3 with a number of fixes and improvements. Version 0.3.3 · Fixed micro-stutters related to refresh rate and physics · Fixed incorrect display of star indicators on buttons in the rest screen · Added a falling-into-the-abyss animation with the hero’s scream · Slightly slowed down darkness progression without a light source · Slightly increased lamp light dura… | 22736185 | |
| Small Patch (0.3.2 / 0.3.1) Small Patch We’ve released a small patch with fixes and improvements. Version 0.3.2 · Improved interaction with containers, especially when using gamepads · Fixed an issue with the exit button not working on some displays · Fixed an issue with using the oiler when playing with a gamepad · Fixed several spots in the dungeon where the hero could get stuck in a softlock or fall through the ground… | 22715071 | |
| Patch for Demo Version (0.017.7) — Game Modes Hello everyone! Today we’ve released a small but important patch for Spark in the Dark (0.017.7). It adds two gameplay modes to the game: 💀 Path of the Survivor — the classic rules with permanent death and Dreamcatchers. ✨ Path of the Seeker — without permadeath: the hero is reborn at the last bonfire, but part of the equipment or inventory is damaged or lost. Now everyone can play the way the… | — | |
| Steam Scream Fest 2025 / New Patch (0.017.6) Hello everyone! We’ve just released the Spark in the Dark Demo (0.017.6) patch. This update includes various fixes, balance tweaks, and minor improvements – some based on your feedback. Thank you for staying active and involved! Also in this patch: · Added bleeding effects – now you can see monsters and the hero losing blood, leaving trails on the ground. The intensity of the effect reflects th… | — | |
| Steam Scream 2024 / New Patch (0.015.3) Hello, everyone! We've just released a new patch for the demo of Spark in the Dark (0.015.3). This patch brings some fixes, small balance adjustments, and minor improvements based on your feedback. It also includes a new location in the Dungeon. This update enables the "Halloween Horrors" mode during the SteamScream Festival (Oct 28 - Nov 4). Thank you for your feedback. We read nearly everythi… | — |
| Date | Day | Time | Patch title | Build ID | Branch | Depots | Download Δ |
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| 9 Sep 2026new | Wed | 17:03 | No patch notes · unannounced build | 25213728 | public | 1 | — |
| 9 Sep 2026new | Wed | 17:02 | No patch notes · unannounced build | 25213706 | public | 1 | — |
| 5 Sep 2026 | Sat | 16:25 | Hotfix (0.3.17.2) | 25142980 | public | 1 | — |
| 5 Sep 2026 | Sat | 16:21 | No patch notes · unannounced build | 25142937 | public | 1 | — |
| 4 Sep 2026 | Fri | 18:46 | No patch notes · unannounced build | 25130494 | public | 1 | — |
| 4 Sep 2026 | Fri | 18:44 | No patch notes · unannounced build | 25130454 | public | 1 | — |
| 4 Sep 2026 | Fri | 16:15 | No patch notes · unannounced build | 25128051 | public | 1 | — |
| 4 Sep 2026 | Fri | 16:13 | No patch notes · unannounced build | 25128014 | public | 1 | — |