Absolum — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
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| Our Rebellion Has Secured Victory at the Pégases Game Awards! | 2026-03-06 | Well met, Rebels! We’re proud to bring you around the campfire today with the incredible news that our resistance movement has secured 2 victories in the Pégases Game Awards for 2026!Absolum was nominated for five awards in the Pégases celebrations this year, including Best Video Game, Best Game Design, Best Indie Game, Best Artistic Design and Best Audio. While you were taking the fight to Azra’s tyranny, we’re thrilled to let you know Absolum has won in multiple categories!As a small team, we’re beyond excited to let you know that our rebellion has managed to fight off fierce competition to win the Best Indie Game award - something which is |
| Unravel the Threads of Fate - 1.1 hits Talamh NOW! | 2026-02-12 | It’s time to return to Talamh, Rebels.Our 1.1 update - Threads of Fate - is live NOW. Once again, we’re calling on our incredible army of Rebels to return to the fight, tame Talamh, and defeat the Crimson Order! The beacons are lit - shall you answer?Threads of Fate brings four exciting new features for our rebellion:All-new Mystic Ordeal challenges - Rebels can now work with Maugis to add new modifiers to your run. Change how the fight goes, and go up against various pre-set ordeals such as Boss Run, Horde Mode, Multiplayer Trials, and more! Too easy? We know our Rebels like a challenge. If that sounds too easy, you can also create your own |
| We’re Proud to be Nominated in the Pégases Awards! | 2026-01-30 | Hello Again Rebels! Welcome back to the resistance campfire as we’re keeping the flame of rebellion alive with Absolum nominated for FIVE Pégases Game Awards!We cannot thank each and every Rebel enough for your support in keeping these fires burning. We’re so proud to be included here, and you Rebels have played a significant part in our journey! With winners drawing on March 5th this year, the Pégases Awards is a French celebration of the Video Games industry, with awards chosen by 3,000 in-industry judges!We’re proud to have been nominated for:Best Video GameBest Indie GameBest Artistic DesignBest AudioBest Game DesignEven just being nomina |
| Talamh Evolves! Our 1.1 update lands soon to celebrate 500,000 Rebels | 2026-01-27 | Well met once more, Rebels! With a huge thank you to Rebel cells worldwide, we’re proud to celebrate our resistance reaching a stunning milestone of 500,000 Rebels! With each of you taking the fight to the tyrannical rule of the Sun King Azra, we literally couldn’t have done it without you! To celebrate, we’ve got a date that you can join us to welcome the 1.1 Threads of Fate update to Talamh! You’ll be able to jump into new challenges, corrupted regions, upgraded mounts, and new customisation options as Threads of Fate hits PC and consoles on February 12th!We know you’ve been waiting a little while, and we can’t wait for you to jump into an |
| The fight continues as new features head to Talamh! | 2025-12-18 | Hail, once again, dearest rebellion fighters! Since we first lit the fires of resistance in Talamh, we’ve been overwhelmed by the huge number of Rebels from all over the world who have come to join our cause. You have been instrumental in pushing back the hordes of the Crimson Order and weakening Azra’s tyrannical grip on the land. But, dear Rebels… The fight is not over yet. Absolum’s 1.1 update releases in Early 2026. Our major rebellion update brings more than just tweaks and fixes. We’re bolstering Rebels with new functions, new content and more!New ChallengesOur new Mystic Ordeals allow you to challenge yourself, as well as other Rebels |
| Nominate ABSOLUM at the Steam Awards! | 2025-11-28 | Greetings Rebels! As we celebrate our nomination for Best Independent Game at the Game Awards, we also wanted to take a moment to thank all of you who applauded Absolum’s creative blend of Roguelite and Beat’em Up. That is why we would be incredibly grateful if you took the time to nominate us in the “Most Innovative Gameplay” category at the Steam Awards! You have until December 1st to cast your vote; we’re counting on you Rebels! The Absolum Team @ Guard Crush, Supamonks, and Dotemu Join the rebellion by following us on social media and rise against the Sun King!X - DotemuX - Guard Crush GamesX - SupamonksX - AbsolumInstagram - AbsolumInsta |
| Absolum Celebrates Best Independent Game Nomination at TGA with 15% Discount | 2025-11-18 | Hail, Rebels! The great news keeps coming for our Resistance, and Absolum has been nominated for Best Independent Game at The Game Awards 2025! Another huge thank you to all of the Rebels who have joined our cause to make this possible - You can head to the official Game Awards website to vote, starting now. We stand among some incredible titles, and it’s an honour to be listed among amazing experiences, including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, BALL x PIT, Blue Prince, Hades II, and Hollow Knight: Silksong. Head out now and vote with your heart. Whichever way it goes, we’re proud to be included among such fantastic works, and we do appreciate e |
| Rebels to Arms! Our next hot-fix is ready for the resistance. | 2025-10-23 | Greetings Rebels new and old! Firstly, thank you all for being here. Our resistance against the Sun King Azra would not be the same without you. Your feedback and support has been inspiring for our Rebel Leaders (the Guard Crushers), and we cannot thank you enough.Our crusade against the Crimson Order continues today, as we deploy a set of fixes fresh from the campfire (some may call them “hot” fixes - you see):We have fixed a soft-lock where Azra knocking companions off screen would hinder transitions Fixed a soft-lock where counter-clashing Azra explosions would lead to an infinite clash loopFixed an issue where overpressuring would lead to |
| Thanks from the devs | 2025-10-20 | Hail, Rebels! It’s not even been a week since you first lit the fires of resistance against our enemy Azra. Even with that, the whole team at Guard Crush, Supamonks and Dotemu would like to send you a rebellion-sized thank you for your incredible reception for Absolum.You may have noticed, but we’ve been watching your streams, reading your reviews, lurking in the Discord and scouting online articles from the press and beyond. We’re so honoured that the love and work put into the game has been reflected in the scores, feedback and sentiment from Rebels worldwide. We also wanted to take a moment to send an extra thank you to every person who wo |
| The Resistance is Growing - Onward, Rebels! | 2025-10-17 | Hail, once more, Rebels!It has been a week since we first lit the fires of resistance in Talamh, and today we celebrate as within this week our now critically-acclaimed rebellion has officially passed 200,000 members. We are beyond proud to see the swelling number of rebels taking the fight to Azra on PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, and the whole team would like to pass you their sincere thanks. What’s more, we’ve been listening to the chatter among our loyal rebels, and your feedback is already making a difference to the world of Talamh! We’ve been thrilled to see such an incredible response coming in from rebels all around the globe, |
| ABSOLUM: Hotfix - r34294 | 2025-10-16 | CHANGELOGS - r34294Fixed several stability issues around Lizard King and Sun King boss fightsStill some crash/softlock remaining around Sun King Azra, we're aware and are actively working on fixing them!Fixed an unusual online issue where a desync could lead to save data being overwritten - as a side effect, desync should also happen less often from now onFor players having lost their progress, you can use the following workaround: The game generates a once-a-day save backup named .savebackup.bin at the same place the savefiles are, in %LOCALAPPDATA%/Local/WOF Save and Config (Steam), if a player reports losing their progress there's always a |
| ABSOLUM IS OUT NOW! | 2025-10-09 | Rebels, your time has come – Absolum is now AVAILABLE! WATCH THE LAUNCH TRAILER NOW!Dive into Absolum and lead the uprising against Azra's regime!In the land of Talamh, magic is feared after a disastrous cataclysmic event, allowing the Sun King Azra to tighten his grip across the lands. From the shadows, a band of rebels rises, aligned with mythical forces, to wield forbidden magic to shatter his tyranny.Absolum features: ⚔️ Four Playable FightersChoose from four uniquely powerful warriors: Galandra, the sword-clad fighterKarl, the sturdy dwarfCider, the enigmatic fusion of human and constructBrome, the magically gifted Mowlai (humanoid frog) |
| DEVLOG #6 - LEVEL DESIGN IN ABSOLUM | 2025-09-30 | The levels in Absolum have been lovingly hand-crafted by our talented team over several years. We’d like to take you behind the scenes and share the thought process behind some of the key level design choices we made during this process.A Journey Into TalamhThe world of Talamh is vast, with each region offering its own distinct color palette, identity, and atmosphere. We wanted to create an experience where every area feels unique, inviting players to explore and dive into a fresh chapter of their adventure. Our primary goal with level design is simple: to offer players a great journey. Each region in Absolum introduces something new and exci |
| ABSOLUM: Interview With Yuka Kitamura | 2025-09-29 | In composing a track, what is the part that comes the most naturally to you? And what is the part you deem the most difficult? YUKA KITAMURA: The part that comes most naturally to me is the overall image that forms as soon as I read the brief — the mood, the intro, the chorus, and the general flow all start to take shape in my mind.What I find most challenging is striking the right balance between my own musical identity and the overall tone of the project, especially when working alongside other composers. I try to blend in with the world while still keeping a part of my voice present.LISTEN TO YUKA KITAMURA'S SINGLE "MORTA MIMA" NOW!The Sil |
| DEVLOG #5 - Producing | 2025-09-22 | A little-known secret in the world of game development is the crucial role producers play in bringing a game to life. Many players may not realize how essential they are to ensuring a game’s excellence, so we want to take a moment to shine a spotlight on our producers and explain why they’re absolutely vital to our success! A huge thank you to Micke and Guillaume, our incredible producers at Dotemu, and to Matéo at Supamonks, who expertly handled the art production with dedication and care.COORDINATION IS KEYAt its core, the producer’s job is all about coordination. For example, how do you create a new character for the game? Every step must |
| NEW GAMEPLAY TRAILER! | 2025-09-18 | Dive into the latest Absolum gameplay trailer and get a deeper look at the action-packed world of Talamh — today’s trailer showcases Absolum’s dynamic combat system, stunning fantasy landscapes, and intricate character builds. With an innovative overhaul of classic beat ‘em up mechanics, Absolum introduces meta progression and combat customization, allowing players to experiment with unique abilities and buffs.You’ll take control of four diverse heroes — the dwarf Karl, the agile skirmisher Galandra, the rogue Cider, and the powerful wizard Brome — each bringing their own skillset and motivations as they journey through a land filled with dan |
| DEVLOG #4 - NARRATIVE DESIGN | 2025-09-15 | Narrative design is at the heart of what makes Absolum so compelling, and we’ve made it our mission to tell a rich and immersive story, weaving intricate lore into our beat 'em up to bring Absolum’s world to life in new ways!But how do we convey this world to you, the player? Who’s behind it all? Let’s take a closer look!NARRATION IN ABSOLUMIn Absolum, players will uncover the game’s rich narrative through a variety of sources. Whether it’s reading lore, listening to character dialogue, or simply interacting with the environment – every detail serves to immerse you deeper into the world. Discovering TalamhEvery run you make in Absolum is an o |
| DEVLOG #3 MEET THE COMPOSERS | 2025-09-11 | The Absolum OST features an incredible lineup of composers, including Gareth Coker, Mick Gordon, Yuka Kitamura, and Motoi Sakuraba—a dream team that has come together to craft the perfect soundtrack for our game. WATCH OUR COMPOSER DIARY!At Dotemu, we’ve been fortunate to collaborate with one of the best partners in the industry: Kid Katana Records. For years now, they’ve been instrumental in helping bring our projects to life, handling everything from the distribution of physical OST editions to connecting us with incredible talent. You might already recognize their work from titles like Streets of Rage 4 and TMNT: Shredder's Revenge.When we |
| ABSOLUM: Pricing Announcement! | 2025-09-03 | Greetings, rebels!⚔️The wait is almost over – Absolum is coming soon to Steam, and we’re thrilled to share the official pricing details with you! Many of you were wondering about the price, so here it is: Absolum will be priced at $24.99 / 20,99£ at launch!Keep in mind that the price varies from region to region.Demo still available!Not sure whether Absolum is right for you? We’ve got you covered – try out the free demo and experience a taste of our Rogue ‘Em Up formula right now! Absolum’s demo features: ⚔️ Three Playable Fighters🔓 Unlockable Advantages🗺️ Rich Exploration💬 Rewarding Quests💥 A Climatic Boss Fight🤝 Co-op/multiplayer suppo |
| DEVLOG #2 – MEET THE PROGRAMMERS | 2025-08-26 | Guard Crush Games and Dotemu have been partners for years, and we’re thrilled to continue working with them. Their contributions go far beyond simply programming the game. So, who exactly are they, and what role do they play in the development of Absolum? About Guard Crush GamesGuard Crush Games is an independent game studio based in Montreal, renowned for their expertise in side-scrolling beat 'em up games. The studio was founded by a group of passionate developers with a deep love for classic arcade-style action games. They previously worked on Streets of Fury, a lesser-known but highly regarded beat 'em up featuring digitized character spr |