The day is almost here, Sylv and the Ancient Tree will be available on September 21st. It has been many months since the Demo release, which I used as a benchmark to gather your feedback, so the full version comes packed with numerous fixes and polish, with a vast majority tailored around your reports and suggestions. Since there are so many overall improvements, I want to highlight the most significant ones for you.
Achievements: Added Steam Achievements, ranging from standard progression milestones to challenging feats that will demand your full focus and mastery.
Multiple Save Slots (3 Slots): A new system has been implemented allowing you to maintain up to 3 separate playthroughs at once.
Cloud Saves: Steam Cloud support is now active, ensuring your save data is safely backed up across all your devices.
Sylv's Gameplay Refinements:
Starter Dagger Buff: Increased range and fine-tuned mechanics, making it a far more reliable weapon early on.
Dodge Roll Polish: Enhanced visual presentation and extended distance by a few extra pixels.
(NEW) Low Kick: Performed by crouching and attacking, don't sleep on this move, while its range is short, its fast execution makes it one of the highest DPS options once fully upgraded, albeit a risky one.
Camera Adjustments: Dynamic tracking has been smoothed out to keep Sylv framed better during long drops and vertical falls.
UI & Presentation:
Fonts are now far more readable and consistent throughout menus.
Reworked the inventory layout for a cleaner, more intuitive user experience.
Attract mode Secret: Leaving the title screen withouth touching any control for a short period will trigger a special cutscene.
Improved clarity and legibility for various HUD elements.
Additional Additions:
Death Counter: A new toggle option in the menu allows you to show or hide your overall death count in real time.
Prologue Rework: The opening section has been completely redesigned from the ground up.
A massive thank you to everyone who played the Demo, submitted bug reports, and left thoughtful reviews, your support directly shaped these updates.
Wishing you all the best, and see you on the 21st!