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Demo Patch 1.1 Released: Gathering More Feedback + Rebalances!

Rifted Worlds Demo · published 8 Jul 2026, 10:01 UTC

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Real quick, I made a few strawpolls, if you'd like to answer them! Just got a few simple questions.

Firstly, how is the difficulty?

Second, do you believe the beginning of the game is too slow? I noticed 70% of players have only played for around 10 minutes.

https://strawpoll.com/w4nWWxo6qnA

Third, how do you like Propulsion-Filled Elixirs? I've been having some doubts about how good of a mechanic they are.

https://strawpoll.com/PKgleQ05QZp

Thank you for your time! Onto the patch notes!

LEVEL DESIGN

General:

Mushrooms have been added to areas that normally require Propulsion-Filled Elixirs. (After defeating the titan, of course)

Saint Bellingham:

Changed the roof color of the lower buildings, and a few minor tweaks. (Hopefully improves the depth perception a little)

Rift:

Changed the roof color of the lower buildings. (To match Saint Bellingham)

WEAPONS AND SPELLS

Throwing Knives:

Can now be thrown diagonally, and pierces through one enemy.
The second thrown knife in the standard combo has slightly less End Delay.

Stop:

Spell cooldown increased to 90 seconds. (70 seconds while heightened)
Base duration reduced to 2 seconds. (4 seconds while heightened)
Duration is now multiplied by half your spell damage.

Mist Form:

Base duration reduced to 2 seconds. (4 seconds while heightened)
Duration is now multiplied by half your spell damage.

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