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CALVAR – Update 4.1.0 | Savegame Fix & New Psychological Effects

Calvar - The Darkest Gate (Closed Beta) · published 30 Aug 2026, 09:22 UTC · build 25001306

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Update 4.1.0 is here, bringing an important savegame fix alongside new psychological effects, reworked events, environmental improvements and further polish throughout the asylum.

IMPORTANT – SAVEGAME FIX

• Fixed the savegame and chapter progression system. Savegames are now handled correctly when starting or continuing the game, resolving the progression issues introduced with the new chapter selection system.

• Players no longer need to manually delete their existing savegames in order to continue playing after the update.

PATCH NOTES 4.1.0

• Added the new Schizophrenia Effect System. Psychological effects can now occur spontaneously during gameplay, making exploration less predictable.

• Fixed the TV sound on the First Floor East near the unlockable door.

• Reworked the Second Floor West enemy event triggered while passing the TV, including new SFX and psychological effects.

• Added a movement block for the head-banging actor in the West Stairwell and corrected the actor's positioning at the wall.

• Added a completely new Autopsy Report image.

• Added a new Spotlight and PsyVFX system to the Isolde Valerius flashback sequence. The underlying event system has also been hardened for improved reliability.

• Fixed the Third Floor door leading to the East Stairwell. The player now has enough space for correct positioning after teleportation.

• Started the first ceiling polish pass, including additional decals and environmental details.

• Reworked Isolde's Chimney Room with improved lighting and atmosphere.

• Added the first placement of the Bringer of Decay, preparing the asylum for upcoming features and events.

• Fixed and polished the area following the Babygrip sequence, including adjustments to the lantern and surrounding lighting.

• Progression at the Elevator Portal Room is now blocked at the intended point.

• Removed Thalassa after the Doctor event.

• The current playable version now continues up to the Doctor fight. This marks the current end of available content while development of the next sections continues.

Thank you to everyone testing CALVAR and reporting issues.

Welcome back to the asylum.

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