Hyper Light Drifter Update History · SteamPeaks

Hyper Light Drifter Update History · SteamPeaks

Time (UTC)SourceWhat changedAddedEditedRemovedReference

30 Apr 2025

14:11:37NewsHyper Light Drifter - Companion Plushie!———Esports

Esports · published 30 Apr 2025, 14:11:37 UTC

Hyper Light Drifter - Companion Plushie!

SyComs, or “Synthesizing Computers”, are robot companions that accompany the player everywhere they go in the world of Hyper Light. Each character has their own unique SyCom companion, which serves as their interface with the technology of the world, allowing them access objects like doors, hatches, and computer terminals. Facing odds in a hazardous and often lonely world, having these stalwart…

28 Jan 2025

02:10:01News16 Hours Remain to get Hyper Light Drifter FREE w/Hyper Light Breaker Purchase———Sale

Sale · published 28 Jan 2025, 02:10:01 UTC

16 Hours Remain to get Hyper Light Drifter FREE w/Hyper Light Breaker Purchase

Our launch bundle + discount for Hyper Light Breaker ends in ~16 hours, at 10AM PST! So if you've had Hyper Light Drifter on your wishlist for a while, or if you've been on the fence about picking up Hyper Light Breaker...this is your last chance to pick up both games at the best price: $30!! After 10AM tomorrow, Hyper Light Breaker will be full price ($30) and will not come with Hyper Light Dr…

24 Dec 2024

17:02:16NewsHeart Machine is on Patreon!———Community

Community · published 24 Dec 2024, 17:02:16 UTC

Heart Machine is on Patreon!

Check out our Patreon now! Why are we on Patreon? Games are the greatest form of expression and entertainment that we've ever created. There’s a common saying in games development that it's a miracle that any games are made, let alone good ones. Now, it’s even more brutal. Over the past two years, the industry has rapidly changed, flipped around and turned upside down. Funding for new projects…

12 Jul 2024

19:34:50NewsHyper Light Drifter is a part of IGF Celebration Days event on Steam!———Sale

Sale · published 12 Jul 2024, 19:34:50 UTC

Hyper Light Drifter is a part of IGF Celebration Days event on Steam!

Hyper Light Drifter part of IGF Celebration Days, a digital showcase celebrating award-winning indie games, the Independent Games Festival, and the players who love indie games! As an IGF award-winning studio now going strong into our 11th year, we're honored to be a part of this celebration. Check out all the amazing projects that have been a part of the IGF legacy:

16 Sep 2023

00:43:36NewsCELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF HEART MACHINE———Community

Community · published 16 Sep 2023, 00:43:36 UTC

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF HEART MACHINE

A decade ago, we began a journey that would lead to the birth of Heart Machine - a game studio committed to crafting immersive, vibrant experiences that resonate with players on a profound level. As we celebrate our 10-year anniversary, we reflect on our history, achievements, community, and the exciting future that lies ahead. THINKING BACK Glitch City, Kickstarter, and Hyper Light Drifter In…

4 Apr 2023

19:49:53NewsHotfix for April 4th———10928189

Game update · published 4 Apr 2023, 19:49:53 UTC

Hotfix for April 4th

This update fixes an issue where you could no longer zoom out/in in the map screen.

Describes build 10928189Read on Steam

31 Dec 2022

13:46:16NewsHotfix for December 30th———10234729

Game update · published 31 Dec 2022, 13:46:16 UTC

Hotfix for December 30th

This update contains a fix to input device assignment when playing coop.

Describes build 10234729Read on Steam

5 Dec 2022

19:37:20NewsHotfix for December 5th———10082375

Game update · published 5 Dec 2022, 19:37:20 UTC

Hotfix for December 5th

This update contains the following fixes: · Fixed an issue with pink gates · Fixed something missing from the ending of the game · Fixed some menu nav issues

Describes build 10082375Read on Steam

22 Nov 2022

18:06:17NewsNominate Hyper Light Drifter for the "Labor of Love" Steam Award!———Community

Community · published 22 Nov 2022, 18:06:17 UTC

Nominate Hyper Light Drifter for the "Labor of Love" Steam Award!

If you know anything about our studio's history or the personal story of Alx Preston, our founder / creative director, you'd know that our flagship title Hyper Light Drifter is a true Labor of Love. Hyper Light Drifter is based on the vision and inspired by the life of its lead dev, Alx Preston. Alx was born with a congenital heart disease, and throughout his life has been hospitalized with dig…

17 Nov 2022

14:51:41NewsHotfix for November 17th———9956145

Game update · published 17 Nov 2022, 14:51:41 UTC

Hotfix for November 17th

This update contains the following fixes: · Made it more streamlined to switch between keyboard and gamepad input · Fixed an issue with loading save data that was preventing previously cleared Barriers from re-clearing

Describes build 9956145Read on Steam

10 Nov 2022

13:54:54NewsHotfix for November 10th———9902897

Game update · published 10 Nov 2022, 13:54:54 UTC

Hotfix for November 10th

This update contains the following fixes: · Achievement unlocking crash for some players · Removed broken crystal shot weapon (Special Edition exclusive) · Fixed Bully achievement

Describes build 9902897Read on Steam

27 Oct 2022

15:22:06NewsHotfix for October 27th———9813856

Game update · published 27 Oct 2022, 15:22:06 UTC

Hotfix for October 27th

This update contains the following fixes: · Addressed issue with playing coop with keyboard+gamepad · Addressed a crash that could occur at the end of the game

Describes build 9813856Read on Steam

19 Oct 2022

22:46:38NewsHotfix for October 19th———9757459

Game update · published 19 Oct 2022, 22:46:38 UTC

Hotfix for October 19th

This update was made specifically to fix a crash that could occur with late some game content.

Describes build 9757459Read on Steam

18 Aug 2022

19:13:05NewsWe Are OFK———Community

Community · published 18 Aug 2022, 19:13:05 UTC

We Are OFK

Greetings, Drifters! We have rare news: Some time after we released Hyper Light Drifter, our teammate Teddy Dief set off on their own, to explore different realms of game design and storytelling, building a new team from our native Los Angeles. I’m excited to share that today, the fruits of Teddy & team’s labor is released: We Are OFK A musical origin story & Interactive E.P. from Los Angeles i…

21 Jul 2017

18:29:38News07/21/2017 - Credits Fix———Game update

Game update · published 21 Jul 2017, 18:29:38 UTC

07/21/2017 - Credits Fix

Changelog: - Fixed game becoming unresponsive after the ending sequence

20 Jul 2017

23:20:23News7/20/2017 - Alt Drifter Credits Fix———Game update

Game update · published 20 Jul 2017, 23:20:23 UTC

7/20/2017 - Alt Drifter Credits Fix

Hi folks, We have pushed out a new build containing some fixes. Changelog: - Game no longer becomes unresponsive after the credits screen when beating the game with the Alt Drifter - Fixed controller rumbling when control scheme set to KB+M

01:38:26News07/19/2017 - Co-op Control Changes———Game update

Game update · published 20 Jul 2017, 01:38:26 UTC

07/19/2017 - Co-op Control Changes

Hi everyone, A new build that changes co-op control settings is now live. Player 2 can now use different control schemes, including KB+M. If Player 2 is using KB+M, press Enter to drop in. To change the co-op control settings, go to Settings + Controls -> Controls -> Co-op and select your desired control schemes for players 1 and 2. Note: If you set both players to gamepad control but only have…

14 Jul 2017

00:49:37News7/13/2017 - Input Hotfix 3———Game update

Game update · published 14 Jul 2017, 00:49:37 UTC

7/13/2017 - Input Hotfix 3

Hi folks, A new build that addresses some input issues players have reported is now live. Changelog: - Improved controller connect/disconnect handling - Fixed controllers falsely detecting disconnects - Fixed d-pad not working in menus

7 Jul 2017

18:34:41News7/7/2017 - Input Hotfix 2———Community

Community · published 7 Jul 2017, 18:34:41 UTC

7/7/2017 - Input Hotfix 2

Hi everyone, Thanks again for all the bug reports. There is now a new hotfix build live. ***** IF YOU ARE USING A PS4 CONTROLLER ***** There is a new setting in the Controls menu that you must set to map your controls correctly: Go to Settings + Controls -> Controls -> switch to PS4 You will see a setting "Third Party Controls" If you are using a third party input driver or remapper like DS4Win…

6 Jul 2017

08:01:31News7/6/2017 - Input Overhaul Hotfix———Game update

Game update · published 6 Jul 2017, 08:01:31 UTC

7/6/2017 - Input Overhaul Hotfix

We have pushed a hotfix build to address some input-related issues. Thanks to those of you that sent in bug reports. Changelog: - Fixed PS4 button mapping. Go to Settings + Controls -> Controls and select PS4. - Reverted KB+M auto-switch as it caused issues for players. The game now sets your control scheme as KB+M or controller based on which one you use to get past the start screen. You can s…

02:15:47News7/5/2017 'Default' - Input Overhaul Update———Game update

Game update · published 6 Jul 2017, 02:15:47 UTC

4 Jul 2017

10:28:31News7/4/2017 'Next Update' - Input Hotfix 2———Game update

Game update · published 4 Jul 2017, 10:28:31 UTC

7/4/2017 'Next Update' - Input Hotfix 2

A new build has been pushed to 'next_update' to address a keyboard input issue. Changelog: - potential fix for broken input on certain keyboards

00:40:32News7/3/2017 'Next Update' Hotfix———Game update

Game update · published 4 Jul 2017, 00:40:32 UTC

7/3/2017 'Next Update' Hotfix

Hi folks, We have uploaded a hotfix build to 'next_update' to address some issues players have reported. Changelog: - fixed crash that would occasionally occur on controller rumble - potential fix for strange behavior related to mouse input - potential fix for controller button prompts resetting to Xbox

2 Jul 2017

20:46:04News7/2/2017 'Next Update' - Input Overhaul Update———Game update

Game update · published 2 Jul 2017, 20:46:04 UTC

7/2/2017 'Next Update' - Input Overhaul Update

Hey everyone, In response to increasing numbers of bug reports involving controller detection, we decided to implement an overhaul of how the game handles input. This update is now in the 'next_update' branch. If you experience any problems with the controls, please send an email to [email protected] detailing your OS and controller type. We will make this build available for all player…

29 Jun 2017

22:51:03NewsStable Controller Branch———Community

Community · published 29 Jun 2017, 22:51:03 UTC

Stable Controller Branch

We have created a branch called 'controller_old_noaltdrifter' that contains the last build that didn't cause controller problems for people. Unfortunately the Alt Drifter is not unlocked in this build, but your controller will work. We are working on a fix for this issue and will make it available as soon as it's ready. Thanks once again for your patience. To switch to the 'controller_old_noalt…

20:13:55News'Default' - Controller Detection Update———Community

Community · published 29 Jun 2017, 20:13:55 UTC

28 Jun 2017

21:37:24News'Controller Test' branch———Community

Community · published 28 Jun 2017, 21:37:24 UTC

'Controller Test' branch

As part of our ongoing effort to understand why the game isn't recognizing controllers on certain systems, we have created the 'controller_test' branch. If you are experiencing controller detection problems, please switch to this branch and let us know if the issue persists. To switch to the 'controller_test' branch: 1) Right click on Hyper Light Drifter in your Steam Library 2) Click on "Prope…

20:16:15NewsController Issues———Community

Community · published 28 Jun 2017, 20:16:15 UTC

Controller Issues

27 Jun 2017

18:31:09News6/26/2017 'Default' - Controller Support Tweak———Game update

Game update · published 27 Jun 2017, 18:31:09 UTC

6/26/2017 'Default' - Controller Support Tweak

Hi folks, The controller detection change we put in the 'next_update' branch yesterday is now live in the default branch. If your controller worked before and is broken now, you can roll back to the previous version by switching to the 'last_update' branch. If this occurs, or if your controller still doesn't work, please send an email to [email protected] including your OS and controlle…

26 Jun 2017

20:14:56News6/26/2017 'Next Update' - Controller Support Tweak———Game update

Game update · published 26 Jun 2017, 20:14:56 UTC

6/26/2017 'Next Update' - Controller Support Tweak

Hey everyone, We've noticed an influx of bug reports regarding controller detection. A potential fix for Windows has been uploaded. If you've been having controller problems, please switch to the 'next_update' branch and see if that addresses the problem. Mac and Linux builds will be uploaded soon. (Edit: Mac/Linux builds are now live) If you're still having trouble, please send an email to sup…