We’re excited to roll out Patch 5, introducing a brand new way to experience combat in Grifford Academy.
Say hello to Skilled Difficulty!
Designed for players who have grown comfortable with the game’s systems, this new difficulty level raises the stakes. Expect smarter encounters, tighter decision-making, and battles that truly test how well you understand your team, affinities, and strategy.
If you’ve been looking for a more demanding run, this is it.
Skilled Difficulty is built to push you beyond the basics:
Enemies are more punishing and require smarter play
Turn-by-turn decisions matter more
Team composition and synergy matter more than ever
Combat requires better planning, not just reaction
This mode is ideal for players who want a deeper, more tactical experience with every encounter.
If you’ve been following our roadmap, Skilled Difficulty is the feature previously referred to as Insane Difficulty.
We’ve refined and implemented it to better match the overall balance and direction of Grifford Academy, and we’re excited for you to finally experience it.
Fixed an issue where the game could get stuck in slow motion under certain conditions
Fixed cases of incorrect character rotation during gameplay
Fixed reveal cutscenes not properly matching combat results
Fixed an issue where a late-game encounter could resolve incorrectly under specific conditions
Fixed CTA buttons not being clickable on some popups
Whether you’re returning to test your skills or diving deeper into your first playthrough, Skilled Difficulty offers a fresh and more demanding way to experience Grifford Academy.
Jump back in, take on the challenge, and let us know what you think.
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