Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore news & patch notes

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44693323/ce964438c85793bbcdcdd4c9ff4ded83a1dd9753.png To celebrate Arzette's success & inclusion in Games Done Quick's SGDQ 2024 event, we're pleased to announce Limited Run Games is holding a speedrunning contest for Arzette, starting today & ending July 9th! To enter, record your run with no cuts or edits & submit the footage. One lucky winner will win a signed CE, a retro style controller, and a $500 cash prize! Two runner-ups will win a signed copy of the game. Click here for contest details. Click here for contest terms. We're also excited to reveal that Limited Run Games is re-listing their popular retro-styled controllers starting July 5th! This will be the last chance for fans to get their hands on one...this time, bundled with a Steam code for Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44693323/266aff36ae659bdf405bdefd6d88d2535016c51c.jpg Finally, we'd like to sincerely thank everyone who has played Arzette and made it a success. Your continued support means the future is bright for Seedy Eye Software! We'll cap things off with a new accolades trailer. Thanks again for all of the support!

Hi everyone! Today, we're pleased to announce that Arzette's Original Soundtrack and Visual Compendium book (an artbook containing original and concept art, design and artist commentary, plus exclusive interviews with staff involved) are available to purchase on Steam digitally. New players will be able to buy a Digital Deluxe Edition that includes the game, digital soundtrack, and digital visual compendium book for a reduced price. Now is the perfect time to jump in and experience Arzette's unique journey! We hope you enjoy this new content and insight into the world of Arzette. Thanks again to all of the players out there for the continued support!

Hi everyone, we have one last big update patch for Arzette rolling out now! These are mostly minor bug fixes and small tweaks, as well as features for speedrunners and advanced users. Thank you for playing Arzette, we sincerely appreciate it! We look forward to seeing players enjoy their time in Faramore for years to come.

FIXES

• Fixed uncommon crash error in prologue
• Fixed HUD text lowering in size when non-English languages are selected
• Various minor gameplay fixes and tweaks
• Various minor sprite fixes
• Restored last frame of cutscenes being held as the scene ends
• Fixed dark rooms that had lamp layering issues
• Fixed a variety of minor localization errors
• Updated credits
• Updated ratings for certain countries

GAMEPLAY UPDATES

• Updated version to 1.2.0
• The number indicating the active resource amounts (for example, the number of rubies you're carrying) will now turn green when that resource is maxed out
• Added a hidden option to skip NPC quest introduction scenes if you already have their required quest item, replicating version 1.0.0 cutscene behavior. This option can only be accessed after you've cleared the game once and set before starting a new game. To enable this option, once in the new game menu, hold the attack button for a moment - red warning text will appear as confirmation. Press the attack button again to disable the option.
• Added launch options for advanced users on Steam. See here for details.

Thanks again for all of the support! Miscellaneous: The previous version of the game on Steam is accessible via the 'archive-patch' branch (alongside the original version under 'archive'). Additionally, the 'sceneskip' text file method on PC for skipping scenes has been removed in favor of the updated method, seen above.

Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore is Steam Deck verified! We've optimized the game to run great on Deck. We hope you enjoy your journey in Faramore on the go!

Small update for Steam Deck verified support. No other content changes.

Steam Community Items for Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore are now LIVE! Collect a myriad of trading cards featuring beloved characters, unlock backgrounds, emoticons, and more by playing Arzette on Steam. Have fun!

Thank you so much for playing Arzette! We're still reeling from the overwhelmingly positive response. Based on community feedback, we're pleased to roll out a patch that fixes a myriad of small issues as well as added a much-requested feature - quest cutscenes for NPCs will now always play the first time! Here is the complete list of changes:

FIXES

• Various minor gameplay fixes
• Minor localization fixes
• Game will now detect system language and switch automatically (language preferences can still be changed and saved)
• Added mouse button icons to Steam version
• Fixed Steam screenshots not working
• Fixed crash error caused by certain controllers on Steam
• Fixed fullscreen stretching issue on Steam version
• Fixed a certain unlockable mode retaining Casual difficulty
• Fixed background corruption in certain situations
• Fixed the Heart Hoarder achievement triggering during a certain mode
• Fixed bonus stages spitting you out of elevators too early on all platforms
• Fixed certain HUD elements to only display appropriately in a certain mode
• Fixed uneven pixel scaling with HUD elements
• Updated credits

GAMEPLAY UPDATES

• Added version number to title screen for all versions (version 1.1.0)
• Added exclamation points above important NPCs when you have items to give them
• NPC character's first cutscenes are always seen (currently-existing save files should see most first scenes even if character's quest is complete)
• Added clearer hint for Arzette Coin in the Count Denny stage
• Made key easier to find in Creece Canyon
• Removed blue magic from certain enemies in Ryha River
• Removed Zazie quest requirement to finish Rudy's quest

Miscellaneous: The previous version of the game on Steam is accessible via the 'archive' branch. Additionally, creating an empty text file called "sceneskip" and placing it in your installation folder will restore the previous cutscene behavior. Thanks again to everyone enjoying their journey through Faramore!

Traveling through the sights and dangers of Faramore, you need a controller that's responsive, accessible, giving you all the action you want - easily and effortlessly, and that destroys your opponent, not your thumb! That's why you should be using the LRG Retro Inspired Controller, for all your favorite games. The circular movement pad allows your thumb the full freedom to control the game as if you were part of the game yourself, while your other hand is free to take care of all your daily tasks. Gone are the days when gaming takes both hands to compete! Take full control of Arzette in Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore and leave the others players behind as you make your way through the game at a brisk pace... you know those other players using the old-fashioned normal controllers. So, what are you waiting for? Defeat Daimur and have some fun, with the ultimate controls on the market! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44693323/273a75b53d258f48490347bd77fe4493dd10f9cd.png How does it work? Our specially designed control wheel takes you to another dimension of direct input, while the action buttons are conveniently situated around the controls. What does that mean? Instant action at the flick of a finger, like a magic sorcerer casting a spell. And with a form factor that fits as nicely in your hand as it does in 1992, you'll be the talk of the town. Tubular design, awesome action, chicks will dig it, punks will envy you. How can you get your hand on this controller? Well simple, go to LimitedRunGames.com and order either the standard gray standalone version or the very limited Faramore Fuchia version when you bundle it with Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore Collectors Edition. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44693323/9100bf8013f8d12f966a31ea4631438dfc9be638.png Get yours today at https://limitedrungames.com/collections/arzette-the-jewel-of-faramore/

We hope you haven't made any plans, because you can spend next Valentine's Day with Arzette! Announced at this year's IndieLand event, we're happy to share that Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore releases on February 14th, 2024! Stay tuned for more info about Arzette and Limited Run's physical release in the coming weeks! We've got so much fun stuff to share!