The “Rags to Riches” update for Stoneshard, released on December 16, 2024, is the largest update in the game’s history, bringing several new features and major gameplay enhancements. Here’s a detailed summary of what the update includes:
Key Features in “Rags to Riches”:
- New Caravan System:
- Players can now travel across the map more efficiently using a customizable caravan. This feature includes options to build and upgrade camps, offering bonuses such as increased health regeneration and morale boosts.
- The caravan also allows players to recruit followers who assist with various tasks like cooking, crafting, and providing additional skill bonuses.
- Dynamic Village Events:
- Adds a layer of unpredictability with village events that can impact the player’s journey and the overall economy. Events such as merchant disputes, bandit raids, and natural disasters provide new challenges and opportunities.
- Revamped Dungeon Structures:
- Overhauled dungeon layouts include new traps, puzzles, and enemy AI behaviors, making exploration more complex and rewarding.
- Players will encounter new types of creatures and bosses, demanding updated strategies for survival and progression.
- Economy Overhaul:
- The update introduces a dynamic market system where prices fluctuate based on supply and demand, affecting trade routes and merchant interactions.
- Players can now manipulate the economy by building relationships with traders, controlling caravans, and establishing lucrative trade routes.
- Other Improvements:
- Balance adjustments to combat mechanics, adding more depth to character customization and tactical choices.
- New crafting recipes and item types, expanding the player’s options for equipment and tools.
This update significantly expands Stoneshard’s replayability and complexity, offering players more choices and strategies to explore in its dark fantasy world. For more detailed information, you can visit the Stoneshard – Devlog