Added Voice chat in co-op mode
Added leaderboard in the Lobby (separately for single and co-op games)
Added new mini game in the Lobby: Cat hunt
Added new skills (and new ways to unlock some "hidden" skills)
Introduced elemental damage types and elemental weaknesses on the enemy side
In the Lobby the skill info panel contains more data, added Bestiary (enemy database) and an announcer selection option
Added new options in the menu: bow offset, player size (to scale your hand and bow - from child to Viking size :smile:)
-Added new languages Spanish, German, French, Korean, Japanese, Hungarian

Added Voice chat in co-op mode
Added leaderboard in the Lobby (separately for single and co-op games)
Added new mini game in the Lobby: Cat hunt
Added new skills (and new ways to unlock some "hidden" skills)
Introduced elemental damage types and elemental weaknesses on the enemy side
In the Lobby the skill info panel contains more data, added Bestiary (enemy database) and an announcer selection option
Added new options in the menu: bow offset, player size (to scale your hand and bow - from child to Viking size :smile:)
-Added new languages Spanish, German, French, Korean, Japanese, Hungarian

🏹 Ashen Arrows Takes Aim at Steam – Full Game Launching Next Week! ⚔️

The Best VR Game winner at the Tencent Games Without Borders Awards is about to make its global debut! Ashen Arrows, the award-winning VR archery adventure that captivated Pico (China), launches on Steam, Meta and Pico international this February 20, 2025.

🔥 Watch the new launch trailer now!

🏹 Master VRchery – Intuitive bow mechanics for ultimate precision.

⚔️ Two Game Modes – Conquer Saga Mode or defend your stronghold in Bastion Mode with up to two allies.

🛡️ Norse Mythology Awaits – Face legendary foes, unlock divine blessings, and wield the Ashen Arrow itself.

Are you ready to rise as a legendary archer? The battle begins soon!

Skewed, aka SouthpawVirtual playing Ashen Arrows with his friends during the Dreamhack Beyond Summer Indie Showcase. We are happy to be part of this great event.

Ashen Arrows is available in Early Access since June 12th, and we wanted to share the excitement with our amazing community. As a token of our appreciation, we've given away free Steam keys!

During the stream, we drew 10 lucky winners from among the members of our discord server and revealed 10 Steam keys. (Maybe you are lucky too, and there is one which isn't used yet.)

Greetings, brave archers!

Prepare yourselves for an adventure as a mischievous lootgoblin has arrived into our realm, bearing precious treasures in the form of an exciting update. This small but mighty hotfix is bound to make your arrows fly straighter and your victories shine brighter!

Keep your eyes peeled and your quivers at the ready, for the lootgoblin may appear. Hunt it down and claim extra skill points, ensuring you become an even more formidable force on the battlefield.

Improvements:

• Be cautious of the potential arrival of Lootgoblin, hunt it down for extra skill points
  
• Added save slot selection. Now, when you share the game with your family and friends, you can easily manage multiple saves.*
  
• Added an option to adjust the bow's offset
  
• Enhanced feedback for weakspot hits
  
• Added feedback for Frigg's Plenty skill
  
• Increased the size of floating texts
  
• Reduced the cooldown on hand gesture interactions
  
• Added an Easter egg in relation to the hot summer - you'll see ;)

Bugfixes:

• Resolved an issue where some enemies became stuck under the platform on the Riverside map
  
• Fixed discomfort while using the Pine tar skill on the Forge map
  
• Fixed an issue where in co-op games the Hourglass skill was affecting not only the enemies but also the client player

Balance:

• Increased the strength of the basic bow
  
• Decreased the explosion damage of Bug enemies
  
• Strengthened the Dragonsparks skill
  
• Enhanced the Roadside Tavern skill

(* For players who already have a saved game, here's an important note: Your previous save is now located in Slot 1, so you won't lose any progress. All your unlocked skills are still there. However, please note that we will only record the time played from this point forward. -If you are not happy about this please write to the devs on Discord and they will update your play time.)

Don't forget, we value your feedback! Help us improve your gaming experience by reporting any bugs or issues you encounter.

This update ensures smoother gameplay and improved skill functionality. We have fine-tuned some skills that were previously inconsistent in cooperative play, enhancing the cooperative experience for you and your friends. Additionally, we have resolved minor visual issues.

Join forces with your allies and dive into the enhanced cooperative gameplay after this hotfix for Ashen Arrows!

Changelog:

• fixed a bug where the Ratatoskr Arrow skill didn't have effect when used by a client in a coop game
  
• fixed a bug where the Whistle Arrow skill didn’t have effect when used by a client in a coop game
  
• fixed a bug where Fungus skill didn't trigger in a coop game
  
• fixed a bug where the thunder bomb flew in a strange spin
  
• fixed a visual bug when weapons had continous sparkling effect after dropping them
  
• fixed the grab point and position of the hand held staff
  
• visual fixes and particle optimization on enemy status effects: haste and fire
  
• upgraded visuals: throwable bombs now have decals after exploding

Don't forget, we value your feedback! Help us improve your gaming experience by reporting any bugs or issues you encounter.

We are excited to announce that Ashen Arrows will be available for early access starting on June 12th, and we want to share the excitement with our amazing community. As a token of our appreciation, we are giving away free Steam keys!

▶ Join us for a Twitch live event on June 12th starting at 6 PM (EST time), where we will be distributing these keys. To participate, all you have to do is join the Ashen Arrows Discord server before June 12th at 5 PM (EST time). Every member on the server will have the opportunity to be chosen by the gods and receive a key.
(Even if you can't follow the live stream, don't worry! If you are selected as a winner, you will receive your key via direct message after the live stream.)

▶ To increase your chances of winning, we invite you to watch our Twitch live stream on June 12th, starting at 6 PM (EST time). During the stream, we will be giving away a total of 20 keys. Ten keys will be randomly drawn from our Discord members, and the other ten keys will be revealed during the stream itself.
Join us in celebrating the early access release of Ashen Arrows and be a part of this exciting event. Don't miss out on your chance to grab a free Steam key and embark on your epic adventure!

🎯Join Ashen Arrows discord server[discord.gg]
🔥 Watch live stream on Twitch[www.twitch.tv] on June 12th 6 PM
🏹Wishlist Ashen Arrows to be notified when the game is available!

During the live stream skewed will be our host, who is a devoted fan of Ashen Arrows.
Skewed's channel offers a unique perspective on VR gameplay, and he showcases a diverse range of games across different genres. As a left-handed geek, he brings a fresh and immersive experience to his VR adventures, with a particular emphasis on co-op games..
Follow southpawvirtual on Twitch for VR gameplays including some truly impressive runs of Ashen Arrows!


Since the release of the demo version, our community has shown us huge support, for which we are incredibly grateful! We have made significant improvements to the game and here are some notable additions:

• CO-OP Gameplay: We have introduced a cooperative experience where three archers can join forces to defend against a wide array of enemies in the Bastion game mode.
  
• Expanded Viking Archer Storyline: The saga of the Viking archer continues across three brand-new maps, offering players a deeper and more engaging narrative.
  
• Enhanced Roguelike Experience: The popular Bastion game mode, known for its roguelike elements, now features four distinct maps, providing players with even more variety and challenges.
  
• New Skills: We have introduced a range of exciting new skills that players can acquire and master, expanding the strategic possibilities and adding more depth to the gameplay.

We remain dedicated to further improving and expanding the game based on the invaluable feedback and support from our wonderful community.

Ps: We have already started working on the next content update. ːsteamhappyː

🏹✨ Immerse yourself in an enchanting VR experience where you'll wield powerful bows, harness ancient magic, and embark on a heroic quest like never before.

🔥 Witness the breathtaking visuals, captivating gameplay, and immersive world that await you in Ashen Arrows. Watch the Early Access Trailer now and get a glimpse of the epic adventure that lies ahead:

🌟 Don't miss out on this incredible journey! Wishlist Ashen Arrows on Steam today and be one of the first to experience the magic of VR gaming. Your support and feedback during Early Access will help shape the final game. Let's embark on this fantastical adventure together!