[Update] Soultrigger 2.0 — A Fresh Start as a Roguelite RPG

major update

SoulTrigger · build 23180076 · published

On SteamNotes only · this build shipped before we watched the app

Hello, this is the Soultrigger development team.

Based on the feedback you've shared since launch, we've redesigned the core structure of the game from the ground up.

This is less a patch and more a near-complete reimagining of Soultrigger.


⚠️ Important Notice This update fundamentally changes the structure of the game.

Existing save data is not compatible, and a new playthrough is required.


Expedition System — Roguelite Progression

We've moved away from the previous "clear a zone, return to base" loop and rebuilt progression around an Act-based expedition system.

  • Travel through multiple zones in a single expedition

  • Upgrades earned during an expedition carry over throughout the run

  • Defeat the boss in the final zone to clear a chapter


Trait System — The Heart of Your Build

Combat rewards have been completely overhauled from a currency-based system to a trait selection mechanic. 111 traits have been added, each scaling through up to 5 levels.

  • Choose 1 of 3 trait cards after each battle

  • Cards are drawn from a single unified pool containing character, skill, and tag-specific traits

  • Drawing a trait you already own levels it up instead of duplicating

  • Effects accumulate and persist throughout the entire expedition (run)

Four Categories

  • Common Traits (8) — apply to the entire party

  • Character-Exclusive Traits (Harang 22 · Siu 16 · Valentin 18 · Lok 18) — trigger on every skill the equipped character uses

  • Skill-Specific Traits (80) — alter the damage, behavior, or range of individual skills

  • Tag Traits (13 tags) — bundled by concept, such as #SHOT, #BRAWL, #EVADE, and more

Traits range from straightforward stat boosts to variations that fundamentally change how a skill behaves — for example, the Flame Trail trait leaves a burning path behind your slide that damages enemies over time, turning the same skill into a completely different tool depending on the build you assemble.


Story & Presentation

  • Trimmed unnecessary dialogue, refocused presentation on key moments

  • Context-aware dialogue branching powered by a priority-queue trigger system


UI / UX Improvements

  • Portals now display information about the next room

  • Improved readability of the hub's Danger Zone UI

  • Overall interface made more user-friendly


This 2.0 update is a large-scale overhaul aimed at making Soultrigger a game you'll want to play again and again.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us — we hope to see you in the new Soultrigger.

As always, please share your thoughts on the changes in our Community Hub.

Thank you.

[Update] Soultrigger 2.0 — A Fresh Start as a Roguelite RPG · SoulTrigger build 23180076 · SteamPeaks