The latest update for Stormgate, which arrived on August 8, 2024, brought a range of improvements and balance changes as the game continues in its Early Access phase.
Key Highlights of the Update:
- General Improvements:
- Various fixes were implemented to reduce lag and address crashes and instability.
- Alerts for events like “Capture Point Contested” and “Under Attack” were made less frequent, and the volume of victory/defeat music was reduced.
- Balance Adjustments:
- The update included numerous balance changes across the three factions (Human Vanguard, Infernal Host, Celestial Armada). For instance, the Celestial faction’s Sovereign’s Watch ability saw a reduction in its duration and an increase in damage, while the Infernal Host’s Hexen had its Skull of Shedda damage reduced to align with its intended value.
- Campaign and Co-op Mode:
- A pause functionality was added to the campaign mode, and there were fixes to ensure better performance in various missions. Co-op mode also received updates, including adjustments to experience gains and macro key functionality.
- Creep Changes:
- Creeps received several tweaks, such as reduced damage for certain units like Slimes and Oozes, and increased bounty rewards for defeating them.
This update is part of the continued efforts by the developers to refine the gameplay experience ahead of the game’s full release on August 13, 2024. Early Access players have already had the opportunity to explore these changes, providing valuable feedback for further improvements (Stormgate) (Stormgate Hub) (Bleeding Cool News).
