Hammerwatch II news & patch notes

Hi all, Thank you for being patient as we worked on bug fixing for Hammerwatch II. Today, we're happy to announce the following updates:

• Expanded randomized prison levels
• Options menu saving fix
• Fixed a rendering crash
• Fixed a level load crash
• Minor load fix

As always, if you have any feedback or run into any bugs, please reach out on our Discord server! Cheers, Your Crackshell and Modus teams

Season’s Greetings! The Steam Winter Sale is in full swing, and you know what that means – discounts galore, including Hammerwatch II for 20% off! Treat yourself or play Santa and give Hammerwatch II to a friend or family member. Now is the time to seize a deal! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1538970/Hammerwatch_II/ {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/81a5cb54a9fa8840f47f94434855277ef34f8f72.gif Cheers, Your Crackshell and Modus teams

Hi all, We're excited to announce that today Hammerwatch II has officially dropped on the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5! It's the same great Action RPG/hack and slash game that you love, but now on console. If you have friends who’ve been waiting for a console version, now’s their chance! Please head to view the store pages: Nintendo Switch - https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/hammerwatch-ii-switch/ PlayStation 5 - https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10004263 *Please note that there is no new content for the Switch and PS5 version and no cross save/play between the versions. And if you want to try your luck, we are holding a contest until December 13 to win a free console code. Just head to this link and follow the entry rules. As always, if you have any feedback or run into any bugs, please reach out on our Discord server! Cheers, Your Crackshell and Modus teams

Hi all, We're excited to announce that today we've launched a new patch that adds replayable bosses, updates to the Crypt levels, and other improvements! Here are instructions on how to replay bosses. How to Play Bosses Again There's a spot next to the Library in Farrowfields that will take you to a temple. There you can talk to an NPC that will let you refight bosses by paying them Gold. You choose the boss from a menu and then get teleported straight to the boss room to fight them. After you beat them, a portal will appear that you can enter to go back to the temple. Full Patch Notes

• Added replayable bosses via a custom portal located at the library in Fallowfields. Avalible in persistent mode game play only.
• Fixed performance degradation from last patch.
• Added persistent character check and flag set and check feature to the editor and in conditions.
• Change so Isras quest on Hammer Island will not give yet another potion to a persistent character that has already completed this quest in a earlier game.
• Performance update for Crypt levels.
• All new spire level mechanics, players will not be forced pushed anymore.
• Updated some sounds and level graphics and collision issues.
• Updated the Pirate Killer quest on Hammer Island to always show and properly handle the reward.
• Fixed some glass walk issues in Fallowfields if the lens was found there.
• Moved Captain Somner in Switch Town to not stand in the shop area.
• Updated some missing region texts.
• Updated how you get the skull key from Barrington so you can't not get it.
• Fixed some Blink issues on Barrington's level.
• Donnie's shop now sells red dragon scales after a while.
• Added so you can now look at the fence to properly fail Davons plank quest in Switch Town.

As always, if you have any feedback or run into any bugs, please reach out on our Discord server! Cheers, Your Crackshell and Modus teams

Hi all, Today, we've released a minor patch to address some issues people have encountered, particularly long loading screens and crashes when leaving certain locations. As an FYI, we're also working on a larger future patch to correct quest issues that some people are encountering and more. Patch Notes

• Fixed some cases where loading would get stuck
• Fixed a fairly rare crash related to text rendering
• Fixed some issues with teleportation of player tombstones
• Fixed issue when using items while being dead
• Fixed issue with scrolling in inventory when removing some items
• Fixed a rare hard-lock where you could lose Lond's Stone
• Corrected cooldown reduction on unique item Spellfingers
• Fixed some inconsistencies with Warlock's Demonic Resolve
• Fixed Flame Shield description error

As always, if you have any feedback or run into any bugs, please reach out on our Discord server! Cheers, Your Crackshell and Modus teams

Hi all, We're excited to announce that today we've launched a major new patch that adds Persistent Game Mode, which allows for persistent characters save slots. This was a highly-requested feature and we're happy to give you the option to bring your saved characters into other people's hosted sessions. Additionally, the new patch also has a number of fixes. Persistent Character Save Slots There is a new multiplayer mode where you can keep your current or new characters forever, even if you start a new game. Persistent Game Mode that allows character progression in multiple worlds, instead of having the characters tied to each save. Patch Notes

• Fixed item dupe involving dropping and scrolling inventory.
• Wizard Skill Arcanist Fix arcane amplification upgrade.
• Walls of Gadir cancel discard card.
• Instanced loot fixed an issue when dropping only non-instanceable loot.
• Multiple level fixes.
• Difficulty level shown in HUD.
• Mana cost on Flurry of Blades.
• Elemental Flux lightning damage fix.
• Banner of Zeal should now give the correct cast speed.
• Battle Banners extra upgrades are now mutually exclusive.
• Fix for player tiers on drop in join.
• Arcanist crit damage fix.
• Instanced loot game-setting fix.
• Persistent character saves added.
• FPS limit defaults to 120 from none in the graphics options.
• Added system for automatic saves backup.

If you tried the new features during Open Beta, you will need to switch from the Open Beta branch on Steam to the default branch within the next week. Your saved data from Open Beta is secure and will transfer over to the default branch seamlessly. As always, if you have any feedback or run into any bugs, please reach out on our Discord server! Cheers, Your Crackshell and Modus teams

Hi all, We’ve been hard at work on a new mode that allows for persistent character save slots. Before we add it and other improvements into the game via a patch, we are running a short Open Beta to ensure everything is working properly first. If you’d like to test these features, you can join the Open Beta by selecting the Beta tab in the branch selector. Here's what you can test in Open Beta. More information is in the below FAQ. Persistent Character Save Slots There is a new multiplayer mode where you can keep your current or new characters forever, even if you start a new game. Open Beta has Persistent Game Mode that allows character progression in multiple worlds, instead of having the characters tied to each save. After Open Beta, this mode will be patched into the original game. Open Beta Patch Notes

• Fixed item dupe involving dropping and scrolling inventory.
• Wizard Skill Arcanist Fix arcane amplification upgrade.
• Walls of Gadir cancel discard card.
• Instanced loot fixed an issue when dropping only non-instanceable loot.
• Multiple level fixes.
• Difficulty level shown in HUD.
• Mana cost on Flurry of Blades.
• Elemental Flux lightning damage fix.
• Banner of Zeal should now give the correct cast speed.
• Battle Banners extra upgrades are now mutually exclusive.
• Fix for player tiers on drop in join.
• Arcanist crit damage fix.
• Instanced loot game-setting fix.
• Persistent character saves added.
• FPS limit defaults to 120 from none in the graphics options.
• Added system for automatic saves backup.

Open Beta FAQ Q: How long will the Open Beta run? Open Beta will run for at least a week, and possibly longer to ensure that all features are working properly. Q: When will the patch go live after Open Beta? Our goal is to release the patch as soon as we can, but we want to ensure that the new features don’t impact the original game. The patch will go live once we determine everything is working properly. Q: What are the main features included in Open Beta? The biggest change is the new persistent character system, where you can keep your current or new characters forever, even if you start a new game. The Persistent Game Mode allows you to bring characters into other people’s campaigns. This includes the option to export saved characters from Original mode into Persistent mode. Q: What are the main differences between Open Beta and the current game? Open Beta has Persistent Game Mode that allows character progression in multiple worlds, instead of having the characters tied to each save. After Open Beta, this mode will be patched into the original game. Q: How do I join the Open Beta? You can join the Open Beta by selecting the Beta tab in the branch selector. Q: Will I keep my progression during Open Beta? Yes, it will still be there after the beta ends. Q: Can I bring saved characters into Open Beta and continue my progression? No, the progression in the campaign/world is tied to the save game. Your characters, items, money, level and tier will be saved however. If you start a new game with the same character you will have to restart the campaign. Q: How do I bring my character progression from Open Beta into the main game? If you are inside your old save game, you can press escape and then use the export function to save down your character into the persistent character list. Q: If I create a new character for Open Beta, can I keep the character’s progression? Yes, it will still be there after the beta ends. Q: Is there a risk of my character losing saved data during Open Beta? There is a save backup system implemented in Open Beta that mitigates any risk of this occurring. Q: Will there be bugs in Open Beta? This is a patch in development, so there will be bugs that occur in this Open Beta. Cheers, Your Crackshell and Modus teams

Hello Hammerwatch fans, Right now, we’re busy working on our next update (persistent character save slots and more), but in the meantime, we wanted to share some tips for both new and returning players. We hope they’ll make your experience just that much better. Let’s get into them!

1. Skill Points

At the beginning of your game, you'll choose a character class that is already equipped with a set of four distinct abilities. As your journey unfolds and you gain experience, your character ascends in levels. At each new level, you'll earn Skill Points, which serve as currency for enhancing your abilities. You can use Skill Points to upgrade your existing abilities or to unlock new skills, including spells and passive traits. This allows you to create a character that’s tailored to your personal combat style. If you ever desire a different tactical approach than you already have, you can visit a Vendor to spend some gold to completely reassign your character’s traits. You can use that trick to fine-tune your character any time you need it or if you simply want to experiment with skills you haven’t played with yet.

2. Gold

In Hammerwatch II you earn Gold in multiple ways and as you'll soon learn, Gold's value knows no bounds. As you defeat enemies, you're rewarded with crafting materials, which you can sell for Gold in shops. Interact with villagers and fulfill side quests. Adding to that, accomplishing main quests will also substantially increase your Gold reserves. Feeling lucky? How about a round of Gadir? Seek out fellow players in nearby towns, throw down a challenge, and let the games begin! You can bet as much money as you have in your pockets. But be careful, by gambling you can win just as easily as you can lose. And remember, before you embark on battles against the hordes of pirates, wolves, wasps, and other dangerous enemies, make sure you are strong enough to face them. Each death carries the cost of relinquishing a portion of your hard-earned funds. So make sure you stay alive. Death is a costly business.

3. Potions

Get ready to mix up some enchantments with a plethora of potions at your fingertips. Whether you seek healing, mana, speed, Ironskin, or more, gather flowers, mushrooms, and other materials scattered across the world to kickstart your concoctions. Once you've amassed all the necessary ingredients for your potion masterpiece, it's time to head to the neighborhood potion shop. Brewing potions isn't just about collecting ingredients because Gold's on the line too (nothing is free). And when you’re caught in the heat of the battle and your potion collection runs dry, relax. Find a Well and refill your empty bottles. This time, no need to dip into your Gold stash – it's on the house.

4. Keys

Before you embark from the cozy town into the wide unknown, make a pit stop at a local “general” store. With Gold in hand, consider grabbing a handful of keys. They can be quite useful as they unlock doors that you can find in dungeons. Behind these doors, a world of wonders awaits – from treasures that twinkle to shortcuts and secret passages that'll whisk you to new realms. It's like giving your journey an express pass with a dash of intrigue. Having a few keys in your pocket is always a good idea.

5. Discord

We have an amazing Discord community that is great at giving tips. Don’t forget that this valuable resource. We hope that our tips are of great use because your journey holds many other surprises waiting to be uncovered. Cheers, Your Crackshell and Modus Teams

Hi all, Thank you to everyone who has played Hammerwatch II! It’s been an exciting few days and we love hearing from our community. Today, we released a patch that improves dropping loot between players and fixes bugs that some community members have encountered. You can find the full list of patch notes below. Additionally, we are working on a second patch that changes how character save slots work in a new multiplayer mode. We originally designed the saves in a way that allowed for you to play with a host and be able to mod the character created on the host’s play session. After hearing all your feedback, we see there is high demand to be able to bring your saved character into another player’s game. We will release a second patch where there will be persistent character save slots that allow you to do this. One quick note, the modding tools will not work in the new mode with persistent characters. Patch Notes

• Added new "Instanced loot" game option so the host can change whether everyone should get their own loot or if everyone shares
• Loading a multiplayer save with mods or switches no longer resets them
• Added a proper sanity check for cloud save names
• Fixed some collision issues
• Improved readability for the Chinese language

If you have any feedback or run into any bugs, please reach out on our Discord server! Cheers, Your Crackshell and Modus teams

Greetings hero of Herian, The moment has finally come - your Hammerwatch II adventure begins today! Wield your mighty weapon and restore peace to the kingdom by defeating the malevolent Lord Archibald and his sinister ally, Blight the Horrible. Succeed and you will forever be known as the true hero of Herian! To celebrate today’s launch, Hammerwatch II is available with a 10% discount for the next week. Discover the game’s immense world and combat in this new launch trailer. Remember that in Hammerwatch II you can play alone or in online co-op mode with up to 3 friends. And with the addition of Full Modding Support, you can create new adventures of your own. TECHNICAL SUPPORT: If you experience any technical issues, please reach out via the official Hammerwatch Discord. Thank you so much for supporting us along the way to this moment and we can’t wait to see what you think of the game. Your Crackshell and Modus Teams https://store.steampowered.com/app/1538970/Hammerwatch_II/

Welcome future hero of Herian! Just one week until launch and we are thrilled to share a sneak peek into what you can create with Hammerwatch II's modding tools! Let your imagination run wild creating new game genres, environments, classes and more. In this trailer you'll get a glimpse at:

• Making games such as tower defense, racing, and platformer
• Creating environments such as coastal towns, swamps and deserts
• Designing classes such as priest and druid

As a reminder, tomorrow is the last day you can try the demo before launch! To stay up-to-date on all things Hammerwatch II, please follow Modus on Twitter or Instagram. Until we speak again, Your Crackshell and Modus Teams

Greetings future hero of Herian, If you have not yet savored the exhilaration of the Hammerwatch II demo, now is the opportune moment to embark upon this epic adventure. However, time is fleeting, as the demo will only be available until the 8th of August. Waste no time, for King Roland eagerly awaits your assistance in vanquishing his malevolent brother and the dreaded Blight the Horrible. Well, up to a certain point of course (it is a demo after all). Will you answer the call and join the quest to restore peace in Herian? Seize the opportunity to play the demo for the final time and get a taste of the heroic journey that awaits you. Until next time we meet, Your Crackshell and Modus Teams

Salutations, esteemed future hero of Herian! We now unveil the final Hammerwatch II class in our Character Spotlight series. Prepare to behold the enigmatic Wizard—a masterful wielder of arcane power, capable of unleashing devastating elemental forces upon their adversaries. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/a009af8d65c39f027f426bb90b6450b5cdbf4ea0.png Wizard. This formidable character stands as a paragon of magical prowess. Armed with their trusty wand and Grimoire, they shall vanquish countless vile creatures that impede their path. Commence thy journey by mastering four Apprentice Abilities, offered exclusively to those who embrace the path of the Wizard. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/55786ac21cb09e9b16932414068855cd98bb7971.png Wizard has many Abilities available to play with. Apprentice Abilities: 1. Phase Shift (Dash). You phase forward through warped time, inflicting Slow to all enemies you pass through. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/3ecfec4c578b11dd21073dee074e301fe3fe6ac4.gif 2. Arcane Bolt (Mainhand Attack). Launch a bolt of arcane energy from your wand that explode on impact, dealing Mainhand damage. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/25469df074000a653d6d4e2b674ba0198851bdf4.gif 3. Arcane Grimoire / Blast (Spell). Cast the spell from your equipped Grimoire. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/0b401482b417f22b18dd63c587a56000207c3615.gif 4. Barrier (Spell). Conjures a protective barrier around yourself that reduces damage taken for a period. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/31cc2ef1a4762c2a1bce8bd7bddac1afdff19a23.gif These four extraordinary Abilities shall accompany you from the beginning of your adventure. However, with progress and experience, a treasure trove of further abilities shall be unlocked. You can choose which Ability you want to add to your arsenal and which to upgrade. By doing so, they will deal more damage, cost you less mana, give you more protection, etc. Shape your Wizard to suit your individual style and destroy Blight the Horrible and his dragon army. With this final update, we bring our series of Character Spotlights for Hammerwatch II to a close. In the game, you can choose between five unique classes: Wizards, Paladins, Rangers, Rogues, and Warlocks. Which class resonates most profoundly within thy heart? Tell us in the comment section below! Until we speak again, Thy devoted Crackshell Team

Salutations, future hero of Herian! Our illustrious Character Spotlight series endures, casting its radiant gaze upon yet another captivating class of Hammerwatch II. Today we will tell you more about the Ranger - a peerless hunter, attuned to the sylvan realm and wielding the very essence of nature's power. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/a0fdea8a6894afdbde3ddc29a899953f947c3a12.png Ranger. These are the four esteemed Apprentice Abilities of the Ranger. The four skills that you will start your adventure with. Yet, fear not, for as your experience and journey unfolds, you will unlock a plenitude of additional skills and abilities. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/8cdb0a34abd472b23273f5acc59647dfd1b7d1bb.png Ranger’s Abilities available to unlock. Attend closely, as here are some details about your starting four abilities. Apprentice Abilities: 1. Dodge Roll (Dash). Perform an evasive maneuver to get you out of trouble. You gain increased Movement Speed for a short period after using this ability. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/f91f40e9006d70b0005bbef2c124994ee6eaf7e3.gif 2. Sword Slash (Mainhand Attack). Deliver a wide arcing slash with your sword, dealing Mainhand damage. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/78ea7425ac6405c45be95b8f6575c4284e166cc3.gif 3. Bow Shot (Offhand Attack). Fire an arrow with your bow, dealing Offhand damage. The range, speed, and damage of the projectile are increased by charging the attack. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/7a78fde0260c5a0418596f021e0c8663dbc7a536.gif 4. Entangle (Spell). You conjure roots to sprout from the ground at the target location. Enemies in the area take Physical damage and are inflicted by Crippled. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/aca94be6db1a9d7abf69d4200298e925990a9d32.gif These four abilities form the foundation of the Apprentice Ranger's arsenal. However, as you progress on your journey, you'll unlock an array of additional skills expanding your repertoire, offering even more options to suit your style. If you haven't had the chance to explore our previous Character Spotlights on the Warlock, Rogue, and Paladin classes, we invite you to delve into their intriguing profiles. We're eager to hear which class has captivated your interest the most so far. Until next time, Thy devoted Crackshell Team

Welcome future hero of Herian, Within the realm of Hammerwatch II, you will embark upon a noble quest, wielding the mantle of one among five esteemed classes. Some time ago we described the wanderous Warlocks and the cunning Rogues. Today, we shall shed light upon another magnificent class: that of the Paladin. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/c3b6e4550e52417d7fe9a5b4d2366e2cda8d9ea5.png Behold, the Paladin. The Paladin, a paragon of righteousness, stands resolute in upholding the laws of the land through unwavering conviction and sheer might. Endowed with unparalleled skill in wielding the mighty mace, this stalwart champion ensures no foe can harm him, for he defends himself with an impenetrable shield. At the Apprentice level, he is granted four special abilities. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/b40ea45fabe35b65af22456e62125e0515efc46e.png Paladin’s Abilities to master. Apprentice Abilities: 1. Shield Charge (Dash). Charge forward with your shield raised, inflicting Stun to enemies you collide with. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/2bb3f0f5c37e4aac80e33f5a3696695b718e3fb9.gif 2. Mace Swing (Mainhand Attack). Deliver a powerful melee strike with your mace, dealing Mainhand damage. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/e80f6510e874acb82a09db3d69c467465f67c0ef.gif 3. Shield Block (Offhand Skill). Activates Shield Block from your equipped shield. Additionally, you gain a passive chance to block Physical damage. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/ec86370add1f0fc31ca8a00cd58ec2f543ff2a3b.gif 4. Righteous Hammer (Spell). Hurl a magical hammer at your foes, dealing Physical damage to all enemies in its path. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/3ff6af69c9e8c4126105ea0b312e491cc962f792.gif As is customary among all character classes in Hammerwatch II, with experience and game progress, your Paladin will gain another level - and with it points. These points can be used to improve available abilities and unlock new ones. What are your thoughts on the Paladin? Grace us with them below. And stay attuned to our forthcoming Character Spotlight, wherein we shall cast our gaze upon the enigmatic Rangers. Until our paths intertwine once more, Thy devoted Crackshell Team

Hail Hammerwatch heroes, We have been delighted to have finally given you all a chance to try your hand at defending the Kingdom of Herian. We are grateful for the warm reception you have given the game, as well as the helpful feedback you have provided us. With Next Fest coming to a close, we believe it only makes sense to keep the demo up for the time being and allow you all the opportunity to continue battling the forces of evil until closer to our PC launch date of August 15th. Until then, keep up the noble work and look out for our next Character Spotlight on the righteous champion, the Paladin. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/08b93300acf368392df1ebd44cd2cca87767cdd7.jpg Yours, Crackshell and Modus Teams https://store.steampowered.com/app/1538970/Hammerwatch_II/

Watch the publishers play the Hammerwatch II demo - now available on Steam. Gather your heroes and journey beyond the dungeons of Castle Hammerwatch to explore a pixelated world like never before. Blight the Horrible and his dragon army have succeeded in the sinister plot to overthrow King Roland and bring destruction across the Kingdom of Herian. Not all is lost as hope hides deep within the sewer system, where the King’s resistance movement holds strong. On the King’s order, a select few of mighty and skilled heroes have been entrusted with defeating Blight’s dragons and restoring the Kingdom. Adventure alone or gather your party to aid King Roland’s resistance, all while helping villagers along the way. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1538970/Hammerwatch_II/

Hello heroes, We hope that you have been enjoying the demo thus far in exploring all that Hammer Island has to offer. Of course, Hammer Island is only the start of your heroic journey as there are multiple regions to explore in the Kingdom of Herian. Other regions in Herian include the Fallowfields, Blackbarrow, and Highlands of Lockdey. If you'd like to learn more about these other areas just waiting to be traversed, head over to Xbox Wire and read more by clicking the link here. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/87a798ebf07ba9240e58bb6233357fd9ff852b6b.jpg Until next time, Your Crackshell and Modus Teams

Hail Hammerwatch heroes, Overnight, we unveiled two momentous pieces of news. Firstly, the long-awaited demo now rests within the very palms of your hands. Embark upon a solo journey, or alongside your loyal companions in co-op mode. The choice is yours to make. Secondly, with great pride, we announce that the full magnificence of Hammerwatch II shall launch on August 15 on PC. Watch our Release Date trailer below: Share your thoughts and tales of the demo in the comments below, for we eagerly await to hear your voices. Remember, be sure to add the game to your Wishlist, while keeping a watchful eye on our journey through the realms of social media. For as we draw closer to the grand unveiling, we shall reveal more and more wonders that lie ahead. Yours, Crackshell and Modus Teams https://store.steampowered.com/app/1538970/Hammerwatch_II/

Hail heroes, Tune in at 2pm PT today to watch gameplay of the Hammerwatch II demo - available on Steam as part of June's Next Fest event! Gather your heroes and prepare to journey beyond the dungeons of Castle Hammerwatch to explore a pixelated world like never before. Blight the Horrible and his dragon army have succeeded in the sinister plot to overthrow King Roland and bring destruction across the Kingdom of Herian. It is now up to you to begin a long hero's quest, starting at the lush Hammer Island, filled with flora, fauna, and friendly villagers. Just keep an eye out for ravenous wolves, creepy crawlers, and killer pirates. Yours, Crackshell and Modus Teams

Hello there future hero of Herian, We continue our Character Spotlight series with another intriguing character - the fearsome Rogue. Discover the myriad advantages this class offers, and discern if, with their aid, you can vanquish Blight the Horrible and his menacing dragon army. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/39b0cb9f2f83d124d5c397bfcbb179511027c83c.png Rogue in action. Rogues are swashbuckling scoundrels that utilize innate agility and cunning tactics to triumph over their adversaries. Among the diverse classes found in Hamerwatch II, Rogues possess unique abilities exclusively of their own. Herein lie the four distinct starting abilities bestowed upon you as a Rogue Apprentice. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/c97f814dc34194bf883f3d8d87cd9ebee996eb16.png Rogue’s Abilities to unlock and master. Apprentice Abilities: 1. Lunge (Dash). A quick dash forward that strikes all enemies along your path, dealing Mainhand damage. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/688d6c3d66631901125d89725a49bba245bdeb01.gif 2. Twin Dagger (Mainhand Attack). Delivers two strikes in quick succession with your gaggers, dealing Mainhand damage. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/27bd4c6fda3947c9314648c7c8d643eda30223f5.gif 3. Throwing Knives (Offhand Attack). A very fast throwing attack with one of your knives, dealing Offhand damage. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/515c25679d6c18c3af43591fea001609b97a9a1f.gif 4. Grenade (Spell). Toss a grenade towards the target location that explode after a short period dealing Physical damage to all enemies in the area. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/b2606b301085d53f729453b52db05d146c98e4d1.gif Engage in battles, conquer adversaries, and accumulate experience as you traverse the Kingdom of Herian. As the game progresses, Points shall be bestowed upon you. Utilize them judiciously to enhance your skills. With the passage of time, your character shall ascend the hierarchy from Apprentice to Adept, Expert, and Master. Each class bestows new Abilities upon you, waiting to be unlocked. Choose wisely, for in the heat of battle, every advantage proves decisive. If thou hast not perused our previous post regarding Warlocks - practitioners of the dark arts - we beseech thee to do so. Pray, share thy thoughts in the comment section below, opining which Hammerwatch II class thou dost prefer: Rogue or Warlock. We eagerly await thy response. Until we meet again, Your Crackshell Team

Hail Hammerwatch heroes, In a wondrous spectacle, Hammerwatch II graced the stage of the illustrious Future Games Show. We come bearing thrilling news: an upcoming demo of the game shall soon be yours. We do not merely whisper these words; we accompany them with the resounding fanfare of a new trailer. Watch the demo trailer below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcSaJovDsTA Prepare yourself, or your party of heroes, for the demo shall materialize within your grasp at the eminent Steam NextFest on June 19. Stay vigilant, dear heroes. Add the game to your Wishlist and follow us in the realms of social media. Yours, Crackshell and Modus Teams https://store.steampowered.com/app/1538970/Hammerwatch_II/

Hail Hammerwatch heroes, Yesterday, Hammerwatch II made a triumphant appearance at the Mix Guerilla Collective Showcase where we unveiled details about our upcoming adventure. For loyal fans, the dev shed light on the differences between Hammerwatch II and the previous entries in the series. If you missed it, watch below and see a glimpse of the grand adventure that awaits you as a solo player or with your skilled party: That's all we can share, for now, dear heroes. Fear not though, for we shall unveil more at the forthcoming Future Games Showcase on June 10. Keep a watchful eye on our esteemed presence across the realms of social media, and gather your noble adventurous companions to prepare for this journey. Yours, Crackshell and Modus Teams

Hello there future hero of Herian, Tell me, are you ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime, but unsure of your chosen path? Fear not, for today we shall acquaint you with the dangerous and powerful archetype known as the Warlock. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/0f9c9e592721eee7bdbb5ab66ff694e62d890093.png Warlock Warlocks are practitioners of the dark arts, specializing in the manipulation of their adversaries' souls. They possess unique abilities exclusive to their class, and as you progress in your journey, you will unlock even more formidable powers. However, let's not rush ahead. Allow us to introduce you to the four unique abilities that you possess as a Warlock Apprentice. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/a615151f6a7fa6725efe1feeca6c7747c60fafab.png Warlock’s Abilities to unlock. Who knows what power lies ahead. Apprentice Abilities: 1. Dimensional Step (Dash). With this ability you can quickly travel through the ether, granting Invulnerability during the dash. It’s a quick way to move from one spot to another, avoiding any damage in the process. Master this skill and enemies will never be able to touch you! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/e92347be336a6b885bde7c448f1e8263674e2224.gif 2. Soul Dagger (Mainhand Attack). A quick stab attack with your esoteric dagger, dealing Mainhand damage. While you have stacks of Soul Essence your attack consume a stack to unleash a soul projectile. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/f680dc6c0d08036ed1f4f57e16e77dab0aec17c3.gif 3. Soul Essence (Offhand Skill). You feed upon the souls of your targets by channeling Siphon Souls from your equipped orb, gaining stacks of Soul Essence. Stacks also replenish slowly over time. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/795cacae9c8657fec3f3318ef6b7b68363bdb503.gif 4. Abbysal Claws (Spell). This ability manifests two wicked claws to slash the area in front of you, dealing Physical damage. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43910123/b426d88c469644ceb5d8dd20d2bde4cc86147300.gif As any seasoned Warlock knows, you can utilize points to upgrade your abilities. By doing so, you can enhance the damage output, reduce the Mana and Stamina costs, and even decrease their cooldowns. With increased experience, new abilities will be unveiled to you, transforming you into an immensely powerful Warlock ready to face the dreaded Blight the Horrible and his formidable dragon army. We hope that you liked this introduction to the Warlock. Is this a class that sounds interesting to you? Let us know in the comments below. Until next time, Your Crackshell Team