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Early Access Update 1 Preview: Controls & Balance Improvements — March 11

Exelio - Early Access Bonus DLC · published 9 Mar 2026, 02:43 UTC

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It's only been a few days since launch, but we've read all your reviews and feedback. We're releasing our first update on March 11, focusing on the issues you've pointed out.

Key changes:

Camera: Added scout mode to preview danger zones ahead
Controls: Full button remapping across 7 actions and 10 buttons, including shoulder and stick buttons
Controls: Facility menus now correctly follow confirm button settings
UX: Fixed options screen discarding changes without warning on cancel
Balance: Adjusted early enemy behavior for a fairer first hunt
Tutorial: Added fall recovery guide and QTE prompts

Difficulty settings will be addressed in the next update. Full patch notes will be posted on release day.

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