Game update1 Jan 2026Hotfix - 1.1.1.112026_0708_JF30Hey alchemists! We’ve released a small hotfix to address some issues reported after the recent update. What’s fixed: · Threesmas Cookies & Food Consumption: Marina’s cookies were apparently so delicious that characters refused to eat anything else (including raw food) while the effect was active! We’ve dialed back the taste to reasonable limits. You can now consume other items normally without…
Hey alchemists! We’ve released another small but important hotfix on December 6. This patch focuses on fixing a few progression-breaking issues with the House, Pathkeys and region rewards. House: double-occupancy bug Some of you discovered an issue with the House: placing one hireling in the rest slot and another in the wardrobe slot could leave it in a broken state. It’s fixed now. · House log…
Hey alchemists! We’ve released a small but important hotfix. After the Cooking update, some players discovered that, after unlocking the first Cooking Station (Campfire), they were unable to obtain upgrades for higher-tier kitchens. This problem has now been fixed. What’s fixed: · Cooking Station upgrades after Campfire: fixed an issue that could prevent players from receiving recipes for Cooki…
Hey alchemists! We’ve rolled out a small hotfix to clean up a couple of annoying issues that appeared in the recent version. What’s fixed: · Auto-pause stability: fixed an issue that could cause auto-pause to turn off during gameplay randomly. It should now stay on exactly when you expect it to. · Grimoire access to unknown cards : fixed a bug that allowed pulling schemes, blueprints and recipe…
Hey alchemists! Our first content update is here. It adds Cooking — a new way to support your characters with hearty meals — and Pathkeys , which make exploration feel more narrative and better tied to your overall progress. Whether you’re just starting or coming back after finishing the current content, this update gives you new reasons to revisit early locations, experiment with ingredients a…
Hey alchemists! Before we move into December, we wanted to look back at how the game has evolved since launch, share what’s coming in the December update and further — and, let’s be honest, also ask for your support in the Steam Awards. A quick look back at launch Many of you remember that the game wasn’t where it needed to be at launch. Because of Steam backend scheduling limitations, we weren…
Hey alchemists! The November update we mentioned recently is here. We’ve been working on it for over a month and we’re excited to ship QoL and UI improvements, along with bug fixes and a bit of new content. This patch also lays the groundwork for the new content arriving next month. Now, let’s see what’s in today’s update! Quality of Life & UI Improvements: · Added frame locking via the bottom-…
Hey alchemists, thanks for staying with us and playing! We’ve been a bit quiet for about a month, and that was on purpose. After launch, we shipped a bunch of patches and finally brought the game to a stable state. Over the past month we’ve been working behind the scenes, holding back changes that could risk that stability. Now that we’re getting close to the next update, we’re happy to share w…
This update makes the game fairer and smoother to play. Balance: · No more “double penalty” at low energy: characters will no longer both work slower and suffer exhaustion. Only exhaustion remains. Fixes: · The Poisoner specialization now works as intended: the Malefactor property correctly reduces prison time and speeds up the disappearance of forgettable crimes. · Cards will no longer be misl…
This new update addresses several important fixes and quality-of-life improvements for smoother experience. Fixes · Improved load times — the game now loads faster when many cards are present on the board. · Transmutation Circle changes — sacrifices in the circle now work correctly. · Worker cards display — cards placed inside other cards now show properly after loading a save. · Tooltip stabil…
Two weeks have passed since Ways of Alchemy launched, and we want to thank everyone who has joined us on this journey. Your reviews, feedback and bug reports have been invaluable in helping us improve the game. We'll be honest - our launch was rougher than we hoped on the technical side. Since release, we've pushed 7 patches and 8 hotfixes to address the most critical issues. We're committed to…
This hotfix addresses a critical issue with Ascension Tree progression and includes several balance and translation improvements. Critical Fix: · Ascension Tree bug fix — fixed the issue that caused some players to lose Ascension Tree progress. About Ascension Tree progress loss: · If you have an old save and haven't lost progress, you're all set. This patch prevents the issue from happening in…
Some players lost save data and couldn't load their games, resulting in progress loss. This hotfix addresses those problems. It also makes the "000,0s" card bug workaround functional. We apologize for these issues - losing progress is unacceptable and we're working hard to prevent it. We'll continue working on finding the causes and implementing more fixes tomorrow. · Save system fixes — fixed…
We've added a major new NPC and made some important UI adjustments based on your feedback. Welcome New NPC — Valuemonger! Valuemonger is now added to the game . This merchant will: · Exchange coins for higher denominations · Break down coins into smaller denominations · Sell you Amber Resin At the heart of the local market sits the shepherd of coin—crooked of frame, squint-eyed—and the clicks o…
Small fixes : · Fixes for Simplified and Traditional Chinese translations – corrected various text issues. · Fixed restore backup button – the button will now remain active when it should be. · Added card inspector scrolling – added mouse wheel scrolling for card descriptions in the inspector
Today's update focuses on text improvements and balance adjustments. Text & UI Fixes: · Plant and seed description corrections – fixed incorrect planting requirements in various descriptions. · Minor UI improvement – frames are now slightly more visible on the field. Balance Changes: · Reduced growth time for most late-game plants – the final stage will now be less tedious. · Fertility boost fo…
We’ve been polishing the game further, fixing bugs and making systems more transparent: · Font size adjustment – You can now change the in-game font size from the menu. (Feature was actually shipped in the previous update, but totally worth highlighting!) · Steam forum reporting – If you have questions about the game or want to share a bug, please head to our Steam forums . We pinned posts with…
Today, we've prepared another batch of improvements to make your alchemical practice more convenient and profitable. UI Fixes: · Improved information windows – properties no longer overlap when there are many of them. They now move to a second row for better readability. · Enhanced Grimoire – enlarged control elements, including the search bar. Using the Grimoire is now more comfortable. · Adde…
We've been busy fixing the rough edges from our launch. This patch tackles grind issues and some nasty bugs: · All spirits and homunculi were deemed insufficiently diligent and underwent the Thousand Hands transformation . Their work speed has now increased at least twofold, and in some aspects (like gathering water from river) even more. · Transmutation circle power has also been increased, al…
We've been busy fixing the rough edges from our rushed launch. This patch tackles the biggest grind issues and some nasty bugs that were breaking saves. Balance Changes: · Gathering just got easier! All rare plant seeds now have higher fertility and will usually yield two harvests—or even more. Thanks to the blessing of Mother Raw-Earth, you won't have to run expeditions for new seeds as often.…
Greetings, Alchemists! We're back with another round of fixes and improvements based on your excellent feedback. Here’s what’s included in this update: · Improved Text Readability: We have significantly increased the font size across all in-game windows to improve readability. We are committed to enhancing UI accessibility and will continue to make adjustments based on your feedback. · Alembic…
Greetings, Alchemists! We've just released a small hotfix to address a couple of issues that you've helped us identify. Your feedback is incredibly valuable as we continue to refine and improve the world of Ways of Alchemy. This update focuses on the following fixes: · Auto-pause Functionality: We've resolved an issue where the auto-pause feature was not working as intended. It should now relia…
Ways of Alchemy, our medieval card game and alchemist simulator, is now available on Steam! Turn weeds into deadly poison and build your alchemical empire while outwitting the Inquisition. Start with a humble shack and work your way to becoming a master alchemist. Launch Sale To celebrate the release, you can grab Ways of Alchemy at a discount right now! Accessibility Platform Support: · PC (Wi…
We’re happy to announce that Ways of Alchemy launches on PC (Windows) and Steam Deck on August 22, 2025 . Prepare your cauldrons! Five Times The Content The full game will have, on average, five times more content than the demo! It’s going to be a pretty extensive experience, so buckle up! New Adventures Await No longer confined to the shady forest! Your journeys will now take you across five d…
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