How many people are playing Aether right now?

Aether is app 2462790 on Steam. Player counts appear once the tracker has sampled it.

What is the all-time peak player count of Aether?

0 concurrent players on 16 Sep 2026.

When was Aether released on Steam?

Aether was released on Steam on 14 Nov 2023.

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Aether

GameApp ID 2,462,790by ORYgamesReleased 14 Nov 2023

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App ID2,462,790

Release date14 Nov 2023

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Install size417 MB

TypeGame

Last update15 Mar 2025

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DeveloperORYgames

Changenumber34,903,380

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PublisherORYgames

SystemsWindows · Linux

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Aether

ORYgames
Released 14 Nov 2023·App 2462790

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Positive

86.4%· 22 reviews

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15 Mar 2025

09:30:32NewsPatch 0.3.4 - Gameplay adjustments and audio tuning———Game update

Game update · published 15 Mar 2025, 09:30:32 UTC

Patch 0.3.4 - Gameplay adjustments and audio tuning

This is a small update enhancing playing experience, we've adjusted the camera zoom for a more action RPG feel, and enhanced sound effects to feel less repetitive.

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28 Jun 2024

12:21:50NewsPatch 0.3.3 - Visuals Enhancements and Gameplay Feedback———14871634

In-game event · published 28 Jun 2024, 12:21:50 UTC

Patch 0.3.3 - Visuals Enhancements and Gameplay Feedback

In this update we focused on improving the games visuals and feedback to have a smoother gameplay experience. Changes: · Updated color scheme to enhance vibrancy and improve differentiation between background and foreground elements. · Improved visual effects feedback when picking up elements and interacting with objects. · Implemented analog controller support for elemental leveling and scroll…

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6 Apr 2024

19:58:01NewsPatch 0.3.2 - General Refinement———13974805

In-game event · published 6 Apr 2024, 19:58:01 UTC

Patch 0.3.2 - General Refinement

Changes: · Dash now features i-frames to enhance players' ability to dodge bullets. · Elemental Skills now have unique cooldowns, allowing for seamless switching between elements without carrying over the cooldown. · Bosses' health has been reduced, and their attack patterns have been adjusted to increase the frequency of their attacks. · New shrines have been added to provide temporary buffs t…

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24 Mar 2024

19:45:32NewsPatch 0.3.1 - Elemental Enhancement———13837588

In-game event · published 24 Mar 2024, 19:45:32 UTC

Patch 0.3.1 - Elemental Enhancement

With this update, the leveling up system has been revamped to provide a unique experience in each run. In addition, new passives have been incorporated for each element, along with the introduction of dual elemental passives and elemental switching. Moreover, we have introduced monster elemental affinity and weaknesses, among other significant enhancements. Changes: · The leveling up system has…

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16 Mar 2024

01:30:18NewsElemental and Skills Enhancments - Patch 0.3.1 Preview———Community

Community · published 16 Mar 2024, 01:30:18 UTC

Elemental and Skills Enhancments - Patch 0.3.1 Preview

Exciting Changes Coming in the Next Update In the upcoming update, we are introducing major changes aimed at addressing the current linear feel of leveling into an element and the lack of uniqueness in each element's playstyle. To enhance the gaming experience, the following changes will be implemented: Changes: · Players will now choose a single element at the beginning of the game. · Unlockin…

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14 Feb 2024

18:23:25NewsPatch 0.3.0 - Chapter 2———13457019

Major update · published 14 Feb 2024, 18:23:25 UTC

Patch 0.3.0 - Chapter 2

Changes · Localization: You can now change to any of the following languages. (Español, Français, Deutsch, Português, Русский, 日本語, 简体中文, 한국인, Türkçe) · Maps update: Maps now feel less empty and full of monsters. So use your abilities well and dismantle the horde. · Enemies attacks are now better telegraphed · Light system updated for the better. · Loading screen added when changing scenes · UI…

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11 Feb 2024

14:43:24NewsAether Chapter 2———Community

Community · published 11 Feb 2024, 14:43:24 UTC

Aether Chapter 2

A lot of changes has been going on behind the scene and are coming in a series of updates very soon. What to expect: · First and foremost localization is finally here for the following languages (Español, Français, Deutsch, Português, Русский, 日本語, 简体中文, 한국인, Türkçe) · The story of aether will start to unravel with a lot of side quests and new npcs that you'll meet in your adventure. · The ligh…

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24 Dec 2023

18:36:24NewsPatch 0.2.8 - Ballance Changes———13040445

In-game event · published 24 Dec 2023, 18:36:24 UTC

Patch 0.2.8 - Ballance Changes

The game felt a little too easy and unrewarding, so a little bit of tweaks were made. Now it should feel a little bit harder but fairer and more rewarding when making a strong build. Changes: · Added a new UI over the health bar to easily track cooldowns during combat · Monsters stats adjusted (ranged monsters are now slower) · Ice,Lava,Boss Zones scales a bit more in term of health and damage…

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12 Dec 2023

17:10:14NewsPatch 0.2.7 - MetaProgression & Difficulty Settings———12942314

In-game event · published 12 Dec 2023, 17:10:14 UTC

Patch 0.2.7 - MetaProgression & Difficulty Settings

Changes: · New meta progression system added (Meditation Circle) · Difficulty selector removed and replaced with a new difficulty system · Upon beating the game on a difficulty, you'll unlock the next difficulty. (Normal, Nightmare, Hell) · Higher Difficulties increase Shard drop rate (Normal: x1, Nightmare: x2, Hell: x3) · overall UI improvement (both visual and smoother navigation) Balance Ch…

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4 Dec 2023

18:29:02NewsPatch 0.2.6 - Feedback update (upgrades overhall, timer removal, and more)———12871601

In-game event · published 4 Dec 2023, 18:29:02 UTC

Patch 0.2.6 - Feedback update (upgrades overhall, timer removal, and more)

Changes: · Skill upgrades revamped, upgrades are now more effective and diverse. · Monsters no longer get stronger with time. · Added a new rest area between zones where you can heal and get a reward depending on your performance. (will evolve it in later updates to contain npcs, shops, and new perks) · Added a UI scale slider in graphic settings · Enemy density lowered in desert and snow biome…

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29 Nov 2023

23:11:40NewsPatch 0.2.5 - Quality of life improvements———12833286

In-game event · published 29 Nov 2023, 23:11:40 UTC

Patch 0.2.5 - Quality of life improvements

Changes: · Camera Zoomed out slightly for better visibility during combat. · Minimap UI added on the topleft without opening the map. · Healthbar added over the player. · Added New Window Resolutions that supports 21:9 and 32:9 screens. · Added "game" tab to the settings menu to hide some of the new UI changes. Balance Changes: · reduced health buff to enemies from 12% -> 10% per timer stack. B…

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24 Nov 2023

16:09:47NewsHotfix for patch 0.2.4———12792374

Game update · published 24 Nov 2023, 16:09:47 UTC

Hotfix for patch 0.2.4

Bug Fix: · fixed a bug where normal bats would no longer attack.

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15:42:41NewsPatch 0.2.4 New Map Added (Lava Zone)———12792026

In-game event · published 24 Nov 2023, 15:42:41 UTC

Patch 0.2.4 New Map Added (Lava Zone)

22 Nov 2023

15:41:35NewsPatch 0.2.3 - UI improvements and balance changes———12772559

Game update · published 22 Nov 2023, 15:41:35 UTC

Patch 0.2.3 - UI improvements and balance changes

UI Changes: · it's now easier to navigate the UI using the controller · you can now scroll with the controller using the right analog (aim_up , aim_down) Balance Changes: · Slightly buffed monster damage in later stages · Bosses can no longer be knocked back · Relic stats slightly lowered · rare and above relics drop rate reduced in normal shrines and normal chests · Final Boss no longer Moves…

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19 Nov 2023

16:28:43NewsPatch 0.2.2.1 - Balance Changes———12744503

Game update · published 19 Nov 2023, 16:28:43 UTC

Patch 0.2.2.1 - Balance Changes

Changes: · Time buff reduced by half (monsters won't be as tanky or as punishing as time goes on) · Relic stats slightly buffed over the board/ · Greater Elemental lightning strike speed reduced.

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18 Nov 2023

18:15:11NewsPatch 0.2.2 [Relic Overhall]———12740874

In-game event · published 18 Nov 2023, 18:15:11 UTC

Patch 0.2.2 [Relic Overhall]

Changes: · Cast Recovery stat removed and merged with cast speed (10% cast speed will now give 10% cast recovery as well) · New Relics Added · Relics changed to feel more impactful · Relic icons changed · Special effects are now described with more details · Adjusted Relic drop rate (higher tier relics now drop more reliably from bosses and higher ranked maps) · Enemy skills now have a purple o…

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16 Nov 2023

16:17:28NewsPatch Notes 0.2.1———12722263

Game update · published 16 Nov 2023, 16:17:28 UTC

Patch Notes 0.2.1

Changes: · Adjusted Enemy Melee Attacks to be more predictable · Adjusted some enemy projectiles Hit boxes. · You can now exit meditation UIs (leveling,relic,skills) with the ui_cancel(O/B) command · Changed lightning and wind element colors to be easier to distinguish from the background

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12 Oct 2023

10:28:23NewsDemo Patch Notes 0.1.1———Game update

Game update · published 12 Oct 2023, 10:28:23 UTC

Demo Patch Notes 0.1.1

Changes: · Skills got buffed all over the board. · Enemy Density increased

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8 Oct 2023

14:49:24NewsAether - Steam Next Fest - Day 2———Esports

Esports · published 8 Oct 2023, 14:49:24 UTC

Aether - Steam Next Fest - Day 2

Aether - Steam Next Fest!! Join us this Wednsday, for an awesome livestream, where we explore the world of Aether together. Watch the developers of Aether run throught the game and tryout different elements to overcome the various bosses and challenges in the world.

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7 Oct 2023

09:27:39NewsAether - Next Fest Stream - Day 1———Esports

Esports · published 7 Oct 2023, 09:27:39 UTC

Aether - Next Fest Stream - Day 1

Aether is on Steam Next Fest! Come join us, while we explore the world of Aether, and uncover it's secret while going through hoards of enemies and bosses.

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