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Steam Update Notes - Career & Challenge Update · The Last Sideran · SteamPeaks

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Steam Update Notes - Career & Challenge Update

The Last Sideran · published 13 Aug 2026, 23:57 UTC

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Star essence is now safely banked when reaching Rebirth, even if you continue into New Game+.
Added and refined weapon power-ups, including the Crescent Round.
Improved ship weapon compatibility and ammunition balancing.
Improved controller navigation on the Career completion screen.
Steam star-essence achievements now unlock correctly at Rebirth checkpoints.
Additional gameplay, save, presentation, and stability fixes.

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