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17 Sep 2026
NewsDarkSwitch - Update 1.2.0———Major update
Major update · published 17 Sep 2026, 09:14:06 UTC
DarkSwitch - Update 1.2.0
Shine bright, Arelians! This update is built around the new colony statistics window: production and consumption at a glance, per-resource lists of producers and consumers, dynamics graphs, and filters that help you find the bottleneck in seconds. The late game gets louder, too - in Chapters 4-5 waves of ground and flying monsters come for the colony at night, while the global map gains new poi…
News20% Off, and a Big Update Next Week———Community
Community · published 10 Sep 2026, 15:41:43 UTC
20% Off, and a Big Update Next Week
Starting today, the game is 20% off - and next week a big update goes live. Its centerpiece is a fully reworked colony statistics window: a daily production and consumption summary that accounts for citizens and outposts, per-resource lists of producers and consumers, dynamics graphs, and filtering and sorting for buildings. In Chapters 4-5, waves of ground and flying monsters will attack the c…
Shine bright, Arelians! We're excited to announce that DarkSwitch is participating in the Steam Summer Sale 2026 ! From June 25 at 10:00 AM PT until July 6 at 10:00 AM PT , you can pick up DarkSwitch with a 20% discount . If you've been waiting for the perfect time to begin your journey above the deadly fog, now is the moment. Build your city among the branches, protect your people from the Shr…
In-game event · published 24 Jun 2026, 09:49:29 UTC
DarkSwitch - Update 1.1.2
Shine bright, Arelians! This update brings UI improvements and bug fixes that we identified and resolved with the help of our community. Thank you for your feedback! Update 1.1.2 Key changes: · Slightly updated the UI for building production · Updated the dashboard · Added sound for Hero abilities Bug Fixes · Fixed an issue where hungry villagers would sometimes stand AFK near the kitchen · Fix…
NewsDarkSwitch - Kazakh Language Update!———23469590
In-game event · published 1 Jun 2026, 11:24:30 UTC
DarkSwitch - Kazakh Language Update!
Shine bright, Arelians! A new DarkSwitch update is now live. This patch introduces several quality-of-life improvements and officially adds Kazakh language to the game. We also want to let you know that we are aware of several issues currently reported by players, including: · “Find the Luminaris” quest issues · Chapter 1 loading problems · Inability to complete the War ending Our team is activ…
Major update · published 20 May 2026, 09:39:00 UTC
DarkSwitch - Update 1.1.0
Shine bright, Arelians! This update focuses on improving the overall gameplay experience with major UI improvements, bug fixes, better tutorials, and gameplay balance adjustments. We’ve also addressed several technical issues, including corrupted saves, Shroud rendering on AMD/Intel GPUs, and pathfinding problems affecting villagers. Update 1.1.0 · Updated building images in the construction me…
Shine bright, Arelians! Hotfix #5 · Fixed one of the causes of game crashes · Improved the combat notification system — unnecessary notifications have been removed · Fixed a bug where resources could go into negative values when dismantling multiple buildings at the same time · Improved the pathfinding system · Fixed another bug where using a hero ability could block all abilities · Fixed a tri…
Shine bright, Arelians! The DarkSwitch demo is available again on Steam! We’ve updated the demo with content and improvements from the full game. Now it better reflects the final experience. In the demo: · updated prologue · refined mechanics and balance · performance and quality improvements It’s a best way to try the updated game. Join our Discord to learn more about DarkSwitch! -
Shine bright, Arelians! Hotfix #4 · Fixed an issue where units could get stuck in older save files · Fixed a bug where monster waves wouldn’t spawn in Chapter 5 · Fixed a bug where a scout group appeared in the issues panel after the Sunburst skywalker crash · Fixed a bug where an upgraded Light Tower could behave like a level 1 tower after loading a save · Fixed a bug that allowed buildings wi…
Shine bright, Arelians! Hotfix #3 · We’ve fixed an exploration point on the world map that was blocking progress in Chapter 2. If you’ve encountered this issue, you’ll need to start a new game or load a save from the beginning of the chapter. · We’ve fixed locations that were causing villagers to get stuck. If you’ve encountered this issue, unfortunately, you’ll need to start a new game. · Fixe…
Shine bright, Arelians! Hotfix #2 · Fixed one of the causes of game crashes (improved stability) · Corrected the issue in which Russian translation text appeared in other languages (Skywalker dock) Join our Discord to learn more about DarkSwitch! -
Shine bright, Arelians! We’ve just released a new hotfix update addressing several issues reported by the community. Thank you for your feedback - it helps us track down and resolve problems quickly. Hotfix #1 · Fixed an issue where an airship crew member could become extremely hungry and block the food queue (Starvation bug) · Fixed a bug where pressing the hero button could block the hero’s a…
Shine bright, Arelians! The wait is over. DarkSwitch is now available on Steam. Today, you step into Nelaai, where cities rise above the fog, and survival depends on light, planning, and the choices you make. Build your Tree-City, manage your people, explore the unknown, and face the ever-present threat of the Shroud. Every decision matters. Every mistake has a cost. This moment wouldn’t be pos…
Shine bright, Arelians! 1 day to go. Tomorrow, your journey begins. The fires are lit. The city stands ready. It waits for you. DarkSwitch releases tomorrow - April 9, 2026. Join our Discord to learn more about DarkSwitch! -
Shine bright, Arelians! 2 days to go. The Shroud is waiting. Soon, you’ll take command of your own settlement high above the fog - balancing resources, expanding your city, and defending against a world that does not forgive mistakes. We’ve come a long way together, and we can’t wait for you to experience it. DarkSwitch releases in 2 days. Join our Discord to learn more about DarkSwitch! -
Shine bright, Arelians! 3 days to go. In just a few days, you’ll step into Nelaai - a place where survival depends on light, and every decision carries weight. Build your Tree-City, protect your people from the Shroud, and discover what it means to endure in a world that never stops pushing back. We’re almost there. Thank you for being with us on this journey. DarkSwitch releases in 3 days. Joi…
Shine bright, Arelians! We’re happy to share that DarkSwitch will be part of the Steam Tower Defense Fest, running from March 9 at 10:00 AM PDT to March 16 at 10:00 AM PDT. During the festival, players will still be able to play the DarkSwitch demo, making it a great opportunity to experience the world of Nelaai if you haven’t tried it yet. Build your settlement high in the trees, protect your…
Shine bright, Arelians! We want to share an important update regarding the release of DarkSwitch. After reviewing your feedback from Steam Next Fest, we’ve made the decision to move the release date to April 9th, 2026 . This additional month will allow us to properly implement improvements and requests coming directly from the community. Your feedback has been incredibly valuable, and we want t…
Shine bright, Arelians! We’re beyond grateful to share that DarkSwitch has officially reached 200k wishlists on Steam. This is a huge milestone for our team, and reaching it before release means more than we can put into words. Every wishlist is a sign of trust, curiosity, and belief in the world we’re building. From the first reveal to the demo, events, trailers, and all your feedback, you’ve…
Shine bright, Arelians! As we promised, Starting today, you can play the DarkSwitch Demo . That's the best opportunity to experience it before full release. Step into the Nelaai, face the creeping Shroud, and discover what it takes to survive in a world where light is fragile and every decision matters. The demo gives you a hands-on look at core gameplay systems, atmosphere, and the dangers wai…
NewsDarkSwitch on Steam Next Fest 2026!———Community
Community · published 20 Feb 2026, 13:39:42 UTC
DarkSwitch on Steam Next Fest 2026!
Shine bright, Arelians! We’re excited to share that DarkSwitch will join the upcoming Steam Next Fest: February 2026 Edition. For this occasion, we are going to reveal a previously closed version of the demo, only available for press and content creators! From February 23 to March 2, players around the world can download and play the updated public demo of DarkSwitch, which includes: · Improved…
Shine bright, Arelians! Nelaai has always been defined by its atmosphere - and now you can experience it beyond the game. We’re proud to announce the DarkSwitch Original Soundtrack, composed by the legendary Akira Yamaoka. Blending eerie ambience, industrial textures, and emotional melodies, the score captures the tension of survival above the deadly Shroud and the hard life in the Tree-Cities.…
Shine bright, Arelians! Happy Chinese New Year! As lanterns rise around the world and a new year begins, we want to wish all our players, friends, and community members a Happy Chinese New Year! May this year bring you light, luck, and strength. We hope you find these qualities in every challenge you face, and you manage to take always the good decisions - both in your life and DarkSwitch world…
Shine bright, Arelians! In Nelaai, survival is not just about strength - it is also about belief. As the fog thickens and the Tree-Cities shake, a few individuals determine the fate of all Arelians. Some seek redemption, others pursue truth, and a few chase power hidden behind the Shroud. Valfidis Once the Archon of Sorago, Valfidis was a visionary. He was a leader who noticed the coming storm…
Shine bright, Arelians! High above the fog, where the air still carries a hint of sunlight, rise the Tree-Cities, vast living fortresses grown on the backs of the Ardentis, the Trees of Light. Here dwell the Arelians, a people who built their civilization not on the ground but among the branches that reach for the sky. Each Tree-City is its own world, a maze of bridges, platforms, and wooden to…
Shine bright, Arelians! As the year comes to an end and the lights fade outside, we want to take a moment to thank you for every wishlist, every message, every piece of feedback, and for being with us through the challenges this year. 2025 has been a significant step forward for DarkSwitch. Since the announcement, to the awesome events like Gamescom or ChinaJoy, to the Demo release, and shared…
Shine bright, Arelians! A faint mist crawling through the trees, glowing faintly in the dying light. The Arelians call it the Shroud, but even they do not truly understand what it is . It is not wind, not smoke, not spirit - yet it moves like all three. It creeps, it gathers, and when it awakens, whole forests vanish beneath its silent flood. The Shroud is alive in ways no one can explain. It t…
Shine bright, Arelians! During the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted, we revealed a brand-new DarkSwitch trailer. It’s now also available on our YouTube channel. Watch the new trailer now! Join our Discord to learn more about DarkSwitch! -
Shine bright, Arelians! We’re excited to announce the new closed demo of DarkSwitch! This updated version brings major improvements and brand-new content, including: · An improved prologue · Part of chapter 1 · New monster - Lullaby · New heroes and their abilities · Tough decisions and challenges! This update was built from the fantastic feedback, bug reports, and suggestions we received from…
Shine bright, Arelians! Nelaai is a living world - strange, quiet, and changed by the Shroud. Long ago, the planet was full of green forests and bright skies, but every two thousand years, the Shroud returns and covers the land for a hundred years. Life has learned to survive in this darkness, and it looks very different now. The forests glow red and brown instead of green. These colors help th…
Shine bright, Arelians! In the skies of Nelaai, war and survival are one and the same. The Arelians, people of the Tree-Cities, learned long ago that the Shroud makes traditional warfare impossible. The land is too dangerous, the trees too fragile, and the mist too thick for large armies. So they turned their eyes to the sky. One of the most common machines is the Skywalker - airships built fro…
Shine bright, Arelians! DarkSwitch launches today. Before you begin, here’s everything you need to know: Launch Info DarkSwitch will be available at 3 PM CEST for $35 , with a -10% launch discount for a limited time. Minimum System Requirements Make sure your system is ready: MINIMUM: · OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) · Processor: Intel Core i5-11400 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphic…