Community11 Sep 2026⚔️ OParts Design Contest — Forge Your Idea Into Badassgard!Hello, Vikings! First of all, thank you for all the support, feedback, and chaos you've brought to Badassgard throughout our demos and Closed Alpha Test! By now, many of you have experimented with different builds, mixed and matched OParts, and discovered increasingly ridiculous ways to blast your way through Badassgard. But maybe you've also had this thought: “What if THIS was an OPart?” Well.…
Greetings, Vikings! ⚔️ We’re almost one week into Closed Alpha Test #2 , and the support from players around the world has been incredible. Thank you for playing, sharing your feedback, and causing all kinds of chaos in Badassgard! As we enter Week 2, we’re hosting two special livestreams to play with the community, chat with you, and even show a little of what’s coming next. 👀 🔴 THECOVE LIVE…
Greetings, Vikings! As the second test for Badassgard is currently underway, we've put together a detailed guide to answer any questions you Viking warriors might have. From how to participate to the rewards, this FAQ will be continuously updated throughout the test, so please check back anytime! Q. What is the purpose of this test? This Closed Alpha Test #2 is being conducted to see how Badass…
⚔️ Greetings, Vikings! Before we begin, we would like to give you our heartfelt thanks for taking the time to try out the Closed Alpha Test of Badassgard . The feedback and bug reports you've sent us have been incredibly detailed and straight to the point. Our team has been constantly monitoring your feedback, and we've prepared an upcoming hotfix that addresses many of the bugs and issues play…
⚒️ Be the first to play the newly improved Badassgard and claim your CAT #2 exclusive skin! ⚒️ Greetings, Vikings! The long-awaited second Closed Alpha Test (CAT #2) for Badassgard begins today! Whether you didn't participate in CAT #1 or are playing Badassgard for the very first time, everyone is welcome to apply. The test will run until September 15th, and you can still apply at any time duri…
Greetings, Vikings! ⚔️ CAT #2 is finally just one day away! Thank you so much to everyone who applied to participate. We are currently distributing Steam keys sequentially via Discord DM to those who have completed their applications. If you haven't received yours yet, please hold tight! Our team is sending them out in order, so you will receive yours soon. Please note that the demo version wil…
August Dev Notes - CAT#2 Hello, Vikings! Thank you so much for your long wait, as well as the constant support and feedback you've shared with us even after the last test ended. Thanks to your enthusiasm, our dev team was able to gain extra energy to prepare for this upcoming test. The 2nd Closed Alpha Test (CAT#2) that many of you have been waiting for will finally begin on September 1st! We w…
Greetings, Vikings! Sign-ups for Badassgard’s second Closed Alpha Test (CAT #2) are finally open! With the real battle approaching, we have prepared a special Discord invite event to gather comrades to join us on this fierce battlefield. For those who truly enjoy our game, we promise a "Guaranteed CAT #2 Alpha Spot." Event Period: August 17 ~ September 12 🎁 \ · Shared Benefits: Both the person…
Greetings, Vikings! For the upcoming CAT #2, we will be giving out one exclusive CAT #2 costume to everyone who submits the post-play survey. And through a community vote, you will personally decide which costume gets chosen as this limited reward! Please check out the prepared candidate costumes and vote for your favorite design. Your vote determines the special reward that CAT #2 participants…
Greetings, Vikings! We are thrilled to bring you the news of Badassgard's second Closed Alpha Test, CAT #2 , returning stronger than ever. Since CAT #1, our team has carefully reviewed every piece of your valuable feedback and continuously improved the game. Especially for this CAT #2 , we are preparing a more diverse range of oparts with noticeable changes, allowing you to feel the impact of y…
Hello, Vikings! This is THECOVE, the development team behind Badassgard. First of all, we'd like to sincerely thank everyone who visited our booth at Unite Seoul and played Badassgard. It was an incredibly meaningful experience for our team to meet so many of you in person, hear your thoughts, and receive your valuable feedback. Now, our next stop is Busan Indie Connect Festival (BIC) 2026! Bad…
Hello, Vikings! Since the May Demo Update, our team has spent time reading through all of the feedback you've shared with us. Some feedback highlighted things you enjoyed, while other comments offered honest criticism about areas that need improvement. There were ones that were straightforward while others sparked lengthy discussions within the team. Today, we'd like to talk about some of the t…
Hello Vikings, A huge thank you to everyone currently participating in our Demo. We’ve been listening closely to your feedback and have pushed out a hotfix to address several animation lock issues, UI errors, and some pesky bugs that were disrupting the flow of combat. Our goal is to make sure your shotgun-blasting journey through the Nine Realms is as smooth as a fresh mug of energy drink. We’…
The wait is over, Vikings. The official public demo is LIVE! The forge has done its work, and the first wave of chaos is ready for you. We’ve poured our hearts (and a lot of gunpowder) into this build to ensure the combat is fast, the hits are heavy, and the adrenaline never stops. \ Got feedback? Found a bug? Head over to our Discord server and let us know what you think. Your input is what ke…
Greetings, Vikings! The forge is glowing white-hot, and the final runes are being etched into the steel. We are thrilled to announce that the public demo is just a day away! After the invaluable feedback from CAT#01, we’ve spent hours sharpening the blade to bring you this updated build. We’ve dialed up the intensity—expect faster combat, clearer visuals, and a smoother experience that keeps yo…
Hello Vikings, Since wrapping up CAT#01 (Closed Alpha Test) , we’ve been buried in player logs and feedback. The consensus was clear: the game is fun, but it can be exhausting. We realized that some of the complex systems we implemented for depth were actually acting as friction, slowing down the experience and causing unnecessary fatigue. For Build 0.1.3 , our mantra is "Flow over Friction." W…
Hello Vikings, The time has come to wrap up our very first journey into the Nine Realms. It has been an incredible week of shotgun-blasting action, and we are so grateful for the energy you brought to this Alpha. ⚠️ Final Test Schedule & Key Deactivation Please take note of the closing schedule for today, April 27th: · Official Test End : April 27th at 7:00 AM (UTC) · Key Deactivation : Followi…
Hello, Vikings! As we mentioned in our previous updates, we’ve been preparing a special gift for our Closed Alpha warriors who help us shape the game through their feedback. Today, we are beyond excited to finally reveal the completed 3D model for our Limited Edition Skin! From "Closed Alpha Test" to... CAT? Since we’ve been calling this phase the CAT (Closed Alpha Test) , we couldn’t resist th…
Hello Vikings, A huge thank you to everyone currently participating in our Closed Alpha . The response has been incredible, and your bug reports have been as sharp as a bearded axe. We’ve been listening closely to your feedback and have pushed out a hotfix to address several combat flow issues, balance outliers, and some tricky "Oparts" that weren't behaving. Our goal is to make sure your shotg…
Hey Vikings! As we sharpen our axes for Badassgard’s first-ever Closed Alpha Test, we want to make sure every Viking is ready to battle. To help clear the mist, we’ve put together this FAQ to address everything you might be wondering. We will continue to update this post as more questions arise during the test! Q. What is the purpose of this Alpha Test? We are embarking on a journey to make Bad…
Hail, Vikings! The gates have opened- the first Badassgard Closed Alpha Test #1 is officially LIVE! Head over to Discord, we have a slight change in how we deliver the keys. Make sure you don't miss it! You didn't know there were early sign-ups? That's fine, because we will be sending out keys in daily batches until the final day of the Closed Alpha! Head on over to our Discord to sign up and g…
Hello Vikings, The time has come to put our steel to the test. We are incredibly excited to announce that we are launching the first-ever playtest for Badassgard. This game is a labor of love and passion for our team. We’ve spent months building this world, and now we need your help to refine it. We aren't just looking for players; we’re looking for a vanguard to help us shape the future of the…
Hello Vikings. As we move deeper into development, we’ve been taking a hard look at how the game presents itself. Today, we are announcing a major change to the game’s identity. "Shell Bless: The Faithless" is officially becoming Badassgard . Why the Change? To be honest, we felt the original title didn't fully capture the overall vibe of the game we're building. We’ve been exploring better opt…
It’s the final day of G-Star 2025. We were truly grateful to see so many of you visit the Shell Bless The Faithless booth and experience the game firsthand. Your valuable feedback will help us move forward and make the project even more refined and complete. To those who couldn’t play due to the long waiting lines — we sincerely apologize. The demo showcased at our booth is now available on our…
G-Star 2025 Participation On November 13 , 《Shell Bless the Faithless》 will be showcased at G-Star 2025 . We are honored to be invited to the Unity Booth within the G-Star Indie Showcase 2.0 located in Exhibition Hall 2. Visitors will be able to experience the latest build of the game firsthand, including a dedicated Steam Deck demo zone . Attendees who add the game to their Steam wishlist on-s…
Update Hello everyone, I’m the director of 《Shell Bless the Faithless》 Our team was honored to be selected as one of the Top 3 titles at IndieCraft 2025 , and we continue to take steady steps toward our full release. Recently, we’ve been experimenting with a variety of gameplay mechanics and interactive objects , pushing for a faster and more polished demo build . We’re also exploring different…
Patch Notes This update focuses on faster combat pacing and refining underused features. New Oparts and reworked combat mechanics bring fresh dynamics and new meta possibilities. Controller & Steam Deck Support · Full support for console controllers and Steam Deck has been implemented. Combat · The “Etir Booster” item has been renamed to “Valhalla Energy.” · When used, it amplifies all player s…
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