The August 2024 update for Nine Sols, a hand-drawn 2D action-platformer by Red Candle Games, brought several improvements and new features to enhance the game experience. Here are the key updates:
- Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements: The update addressed various technical issues, including memory leaks and crashes related to scene transitions. These fixes aim to improve overall game stability and performance (SteamDB) (Steam Store).
- Gameplay Adjustments: The update modified the timing for loading and releasing resources during scene transitions, which helps reduce crashes when switching scenes. Additionally, sound effects were added to enhance the player experience, such as a new sound effect for door openings when solving puzzles (SteamDB) (Steam Store).
- Visual Enhancements: Several graphical improvements were made to make the game more visually appealing, though specific details on these enhancements were not extensively detailed in the patch notes (Steam Store).
- Console Release Information: The game, initially released on PC, is set to be ported to consoles such as Xbox, PS5, PS4, and Nintendo Switch. Although exact dates for the console releases have not been confirmed, the developers have expressed a commitment to bringing the game to these platforms (Gamepressure.com).
These updates aim to provide a smoother and more engaging gameplay experience for players as they explore the “taopunk” world of Nine Sols. For more information on the update, you can visit the Steam News page.
