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Updates:
Added scripted battle functionality.
Fixed various known issues.
New:
Added custom mouse hover tooltip feature.
Optimized data browsing experience.
Fixed several known bugs.
New Features:
Added debug functionality to the battle interface.
Improvements:Enhanced the right-click menu functionality.
Improved the layout functionality.
Reorganized the categories in the top menu bar.
Fixes:Resolved various known issues.The editor interface has been completely revamped, with several new functional modules added.
Cheers~
New modules in this update:
File Manager: Create and manage player-customized projects and related files
Rule Designer: Design and customize gameplay rules
Card Editor: Edit and create game cards
Data Manager: Manage in-game data
My Collection: View card collections and build decks
Adventure Mode: Single-player adventure mode
Battle Lobby: Multiplayer online battles
Workshop: Upload and download player-created content
Help Documentation: User guide for the editor
Console: Assist players in debugging custom content
Added:
File Manager
New:
Multiplayer mode
Real-time room chat (beta)
Battle feature
Various known issues
Updated the Battle Interface
Fixed Some BugsTo All Researchers,
According to the work plan, we will commence the second software functionality test on December 29, 2025.This test covers a wide range of areas, encompassing nearly all major functional modules of the software. Specific contents include:Construction of game branching systems;
Creation and management of custom content, including cards, races, professions, and expansion packs;
Activation and debugging of the Workshop feature;
Launch of exclusive card upload services for commemorative card players.
All relevant personnel are requested to prepare for the test and participate in the related work according to the prescribed procedures.Notice is hereby given.Institute of Card Game Studies December 27, 2025
Dear Researchers,
This is a moment worth commemorating! After years of persistent development and optimization, BOSS KEY has completed all core content updates for its initial feature testing phase. This is not only a significant milestone in our development journey but also a new starting point for building a quality product together with the community.To clearly showcase the game's complete evolution, we have compiled all major updates since development began. The content below is categorized for your convenience into Game Framework, Game Modes & Systems, Card Effects & Skills, and User Experience & Interface.Data & Database: Achieved a comprehensive evolution from basic data management to complex relational constraints. This includes the introduction of SQLite for offline data management, establishing foreign key constraints, marker tables, history record type tables, and ongoing database performance optimization.
Core Combat Logic: Restructured and solidified the game's core rules. Implemented a fully decoupled Skill-Effect-Operation architecture and added dozens of core card effect mechanisms such as Auras, Battlecries, Reborn, Silence, Lifesteal, Choose One, Dredge, Echo, and Colossal.
Resource & Process Management: Built robust resource loading, object pooling, an animation resolver (based on DOTween), and a random number generator (supporting seed replication), ensuring smooth and stable game operation.
Editor Toolchain: Provided powerful built-in tools for developers and future content creators, including the Card Editor, Data Manager, and Testing Tools.
Adventure Mode: Built a complete Roguelike adventure experience from the ground up. Includes dynamic card unlocking, Alliance mechanisms, Treasure tier systems, shop refresh logic, Boss difficulty scaling, and supporting features like a deck tracker.
Multiplayer & Social Features: Successfully integrated Steam services, implementing a Friends interface (supporting direct/group chats, with a placeholder for duel invites) and full support for the Steam Workshop, building bridges for the player community.
Card Collection & Deckbuilding: Provides a deep card collection management system, supporting multi-class decks, card unlock conditions, card disenchantment, and opening custom expansion packs.
Accessibility & Experience Optimization: Added assistive features like voice narration of game content and the ability to pause turn timers, making the game enjoyable for all players.
Targeting & Cost: Targeted spells, random targets, cost types (consuming Mana, Health, Armor), and target condition constraints.
Attributes & Status: Stealing/altering attributes, gaining Spell Damage, Transformation, gaining Control, Magnetic.
Combat & Triggers: Rush, Reborn, Start-of-Skill effects, Cast-When-Drawn (and draw a card), End Turn operation, repeating effects multiple times.
Unique Mechanics: Quest cards, Secrets, Double Spell, Gearshift (adjusting turn time), and dynamically generated card text.
Comprehensive Interface Overhaul: Rebuilt and optimized the visuals and interactions for all major interfaces, including the Main Menu, Adventure Mode, Collection, Deck Builder, and Workshop.
Operational Fluidity: Optimized the sequencing of card operation animations, added drag-and-drop wobble effects, and shortcut support (e.g., Spacebar to open packs), making interactions more immediate and enjoyable.
Content Expansion: Adding more cards, adventure chapters, and treasures based on the stable framework.
Experience Polishing: Continuously optimizing performance, fixing bugs, and meticulously adjusting balance and operational details based on your feedback.
Community Co-Creation: Relying on the launched Workshop, we look forward to creating infinite possibilities together with the player community.
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Official Homepage: Bilibili Homepage
Institute of Card Game Studies November 27, 2025
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