Hey everyone, this is the first of a series of roadmap articles where we'll share our plans for the game and explain the direction we're taking for the game's march towards Early Access.
Different Playstyles
In other co-op games we've watched and played, sessions with friends often range from 1 to 3 hours casually, and even longer for groups who really want to push their limits.
Our early idea was for the game to progress endlessly as players got better. But that approach had drawbacks - especially for casual players who don't want to grind through the same early stages every time just to see the mid- or late-game. We also felt that runs needed a sense of closure, so players can feel they've completed something together.
We also know it's not always easy to get a crew together, so we've built modes that work for any kind of team.
Whether you're jumping in with close friends or teaming up on the fly, there's a mode that works for you.
Game Modes for Casual and Hardcore players
The Co-op Game will have different game modes, giving both casual and hardcore players experiences that fit their playstyle.
Chapter 1 – A ‘gentle' starting point for casual players and beginners. There will be three in-game days, and if you pass, you get to fight the Chapter 1 Boss. If you enjoyed the demo, this will feel familiar.
Chapter 2 – A tougher challenge with a Ruined Temple dungeon, new Abyssal Lands, traps, items, and monsters, etc, ending with a Chapter 2 Boss battle.
Challenge Mode – A longer, riskier adventure: six in-game Days, plus a Boss (either Chapter 1 or Chapter 2 boss), combining monsters, items and environments from both chapters.
Endless Mode – No stopping point - keep going as long as you can. Every 6 days you can choose to face a Boss (either Chapter 1 or Chapter 2 boss). Try to get as far as you can.
Hard Difficulty – Available in Chapter 1, Chapter 2, and Challenge Mode for those who want to test themselves. The Queen heartily approves...
Rewards – Unlock unique Achievements and skins as proof of your progress.
Sneak Peek: The Ruined Temple
Chapter Two gets an all new environment - the Ruined Temple. More monsters and creatures await in this second act of the Cursed Companions.
We'll cover more in the upcoming posts as we dive deeper into the new features we're developing towards Early Access.
The support from this community has blown us away - you've streamed, tested, and shared your feedback, and that fuels us every single day. With your help, we're making something truly special.
Don't forget to join our Discord - we have special skins and other launch promos for our community.
And as always - WISHLIST!
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