Since Dark Point Games’ first game Achilles: Legends Untold launched into Early Access this spring, the team has been devoted to bringing new features, boss challenges, and quality of life improvements to the game.
The main features introduced in version 0.2.0 include a minimap, two new bosses, a new Tartarus Rifts side activity, new dungeon locations, and more.
Watch the video showcase of version 0.2.0 HERE: https://youtu.be/KnPDsqVMgzc
“When we launched into Early Access, we received a wealth of extremely valuable feedback from our dedicated playerbase. Thanks to them we were then able to really focus on the most pressing features and fixes, to make sure we provide the best possible experience to both our existing and new players.” said Pawel Waszak, CEO and Lead Game Designer.
With this first major update in place, Dark Point Games is now looking to the future with even more content and updates to Achilles: Legends Untold with a brand new Early Access Roadmap.
“Changing the course for our initial roadmap wasn’t an easy task, but we are very happy we were able to shift some of these priorities and we are very confident about the state the game is in now. From here on out, we can focus our resources on bringing more exciting features and content to Achilles: Legend Untold, knowing that anyone who picks the game up today is in for a great time.”
New Features
- Minimap and Map
- Tartarus Rifts side activity (a.k.a. the Arenas; read "DevLog #2" for more)
- New boss fight – Tydeus (read "DevLog #2" for more)
- New boss fight – Pollux (read "DevLog #3" for more)
- New main quest – "At the Crossroads" (in a new area)
- Empowered Hades-themed enemy variants
- 3 new dungeon locations to the world (read "DevLog #3" for more)
- Non-hostile NPCs that try to run away from the fights
- New weapon skill – "Projection" (weapon throw)
- Added grenade throw trajectory prediction – now you have full control of where it goes
- 2 new skills to Menelaus' moveset: the Flaming Sword and Fire
- 3 new skills to Castor's moveset: the Healing Field, a 2-hit Combo Attack, and a Charge Attack
- 2 new GAIA actions: the Spear Throw and the Burning Arrows
- New voiceovers for enemies, that they'll shout at you during combat
- Loading screen tips, to make the wait more enjoyable and teach you about the game
Changes
- Improved group AI behavior - combat is now a lot more fluid, enemies stay more focused, and their movement feels smoother
- Shield Throw skill now uses Stamina instead of Fury
- Status effect improvements (fire, poison, curse, bleeding)
- Lowered accuracy for archers' first shots, now there will be fewer hawk-eyed sharpshooters around the map
- Smoothed out character animations – dodge, roll and rotation should all feel even better now
Fixes
- Made some AI optimizations
- Updated localization
- Updated collisions
- General optimizations
Achilles: Legends Untold is available on Steam and Epic Game Store for $19.99 / EUR 18.99, but now the game can be purchased with a 25% discount to celebrate the latest update!
Players can also join Discord for the latest updates.
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About the game
Achilles: Legends Untold is an isometric action-RPG, greatly inspired by the souls-like genre. Players will have to rely on Achilles' raw power to overcome legendary characters and creatures from Homer's Iliad, while taking in Ancient Greece through rich lore and environmental storytelling as they make their way to the gates of Troy and beyond.
The game features isometric gameplay with a strong focus on skill based combat and an in-house built AI system (GAIA) that allows for smart and collaborative enemy behavior that will challenge the player during their journey across Greece and the Underworld.
About Dark Point Games
Dark Point Games is a Polish studio made up of industry veterans who decided to create their own company. Their main goal was to arrange a space to create interesting and immersive worlds that would bring players plenty of entertainment. What makes them stand out in the market is the space they offer their employees, wanting each of them to have an area to focus on their individual creativity.
The studio is responsible for creating an innovative AI collaboration system called GAIA. and recently released their first game, Achilles: Legends Untold.