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Slay The Spire 2 update fixes some spectacular multiplayer bugs, like the relic that gives infinite block
Mega Crit has released a patch for Slay the Spire 2 addressing several multiplayer bugs and other issues that emerged during its early access launch. The fixes include resolving softlocks related to specific relics and enemies, as well as addressing formatting errors in multiple languages. The game has seen significant player numbers on PC since its release.
Slay the Spire 2 dev says its Marathon joke turned out 'a bit meaner than expected' in hindsight: 'To be fair I didn't think we'd actually pass Marathon in concurrent users'
Mega Crit, the developers of Slay the Spire 2, made a joke about the game potentially surpassing Marathon in concurrent users, which they later admitted felt a bit meaner than intended. The studio expressed surprise at Slay the Spire 2's massive launch success, which led to the joke's context changing.
Over half a million of us played Slay the Spire 2 this weekend
Slay the Spire 2 achieved a peak of over 574,000 concurrent players on Steam during its launch weekend, surpassing many other popular titles. This strong performance indicates significant sales for Mega Crit's highly anticipated sequel, which recently launched into early access.
Slay the Spire 2 dev Mega Crit is "totally blown away" by its half-million player peak, but it's another indie triumph
Mega Crit, the developer behind Slay the Spire, is overwhelmed by the game's recent peak of half a million players on Steam. This success is highlighted as a significant triumph for the indie game studio.
Slay the Spire 2 Makes History as First Godot Game to Hit 100K Players
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first game developed with the Godot engine to reach 100,000 concurrent players on Steam. This accomplishment highlights the growing capabilities of open-source game engines and their potential for commercial success, challenging the dominance of established engines like Unity and Unreal Engine.
Slay the Spire 2 dev compared it to unexciting 'chicken noodle soup' before its extraordinary launch, but it turns out people really, really like their soup
Slay the Spire 2 has seen an extraordinary launch, with developer Mega Crit expressing surprise at the overwhelming player response. The game achieved a peak of over 179,000 concurrent players on Steam, significantly outperforming its predecessor and other new releases. Mega Crit co-founder Casey Yano had previously described the original Slay the Spire as "chicken noodle soup" of video games, a humble comparison that belies the sequel's massive success.
Slay the Spire 2, Scott Pilgrim EX and other new indie games worth checking out
This roundup highlights several new and upcoming indie games, including Slay the Spire 2, Scott Pilgrim EX, and Planet of Lana II. It also covers releases like The Legend of Khiimori and Lost and Found Co., alongside updates for Ratcheteer DX and Birds Watching. Upcoming titles like My Little Puppy and The House of Hikmah are also featured, along with Ballgame and Echobreaker.
Co-op works brilliantly in Slay the Spire 2 - it's already MVP of the wildly popular sequel
Slay the Spire 2 significantly enhances the original formula with the addition of co-op multiplayer, allowing up to four players to tackle the spire together. The game elegantly addresses potential balance issues by adjusting enemy health and individual resource pools, while introducing new collaborative mechanics like shared damage and strategic communication tools. This co-op implementation transforms the solitary deck-building experience into a dynamic, team-oriented challenge.
Slay the Spire 2 Charms Fans with Delightfully Rough MS Paint Development Assets
Slay the Spire 2 is delighting fans with its use of MS Paint placeholder assets during development, showcasing a charmingly transparent approach. This indie development style emphasizes authenticity and builds trust with the community, setting realistic expectations for the game's eventual release. While not the final art, these assets allow developers to test core mechanics, highlighting the substance over flash that defined the original game.
Slay the Spire 2 Early Access Review So Far - IGN
Slay the Spire 2's Early Access launch offers a familiar yet refined experience, building upon the foundation of its predecessor with new characters, enemies, and a fresh art style. While the core gameplay loop remains consistent, the introduction of new mechanics, special events, and a chaotic four-player co-op mode provide significant depth and replayability. Developer Mega Crit has also implemented flexible card modifiers and quest-like events to enhance strategic options.
Slay the Spire 2 dev celebrates its instant success by reminding players to support 'small indie passion…
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved significant success since its early access launch on March 5, topping Steam's best-seller charts with over 224,000 concurrent players. Developer Mega Crit is reminding players to support "small indie passion projects" and plans to keep the game in early access for one to two years, adding new content.
'It's kind of like you're a butcher': Hundreds of Slay the Spire 2 card ideas were cut during development in an 'incredibly destructive process'
Mega Crit studio co-founder Anthony Giovannetti described the development of Slay the Spire 2 as an 'incredibly destructive' process involving the culling of thousands of card ideas. The game is currently in early access on Steam, with plans to add more content over the next one to two years. Slay the Spire 2 has seen a strong launch, peaking at over 430,000 concurrent players.
Slay the Spire 2's launch has been so incredibly successful, the studio had to apologise for a joke about Marathon that now "seems a bit meaner than it was intended"
Mega Crit co-founder Casey Yano apologized for a joke made about Bungie's Marathon after Slay the Spire 2's launch significantly surpassed Marathon's concurrent player count on Steam. While Marathon launched on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, Slay the Spire 2, a PC-only release, achieved over 430,000 concurrent players compared to Marathon's peak of 88,000.
Is Slay the Spire 2 Coming to PS5? Because We Need It Right Now
Slay the Spire 2 has launched into Early Access on PC, achieving significant player numbers and positive reviews. Developer Mega Crit plans to release the game on "as many [platforms] as humanely possible," including major consoles like the PlayStation 5, after its Early Access period, which is expected to last one to two years.
Slay the Spire 2’s explosive early access launch makes it the most-played roguelike in Steam’s history on day one
Slay the Spire 2's early access launch on Steam was a massive success, achieving over 430,000 concurrent players on its first day. This record-breaking number makes it the most-played roguelike in Steam's history, surpassing titles like Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. The sequel introduces new characters, cards, and online co-op to the acclaimed formula.
Slay the Spire 2 Dev Never Thought It Would Actually Pass Marathon in Steam Concurrents, Says Congratulations Post ‘Seems a Bit Meaner Than Intended’ - IGN
Slay the Spire 2 has significantly surpassed Bungie's Marathon in concurrent player numbers on Steam, reaching over 350,000 players compared to Marathon's peak of 88,337. MegaCrit co-founder Casey Yano expressed surprise at the success, and the studio clarified that a congratulatory tweet to Bungie was intended sarcastically and not as shade.
Slay the Spire 2 is smashing Steam, but will it come to consoles too?
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved significant success on Steam Early Access, attracting over a quarter of a million players. Developer Mega Crit indicates that console and mobile versions are planned but will only be released after a successful PC Early Access period, which could last around a year.
Slay the Spire 2 becomes the biggest roguelike deck-builder on Steam ever
Mega Crit's Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a record-breaking launch in Early Access on Steam, becoming the biggest roguelike deck-builder on the platform with over 330,000 peak concurrent players. The game also set a new record for titles developed with the Godot Engine. It has received an Overwhelmingly Positive user rating and is noted for its excellent performance on Linux.
Slay The Spire 2 is already a massive hit but when is it coming to consoles?
Slay The Spire 2 has achieved significant success on Steam during its early access launch, reaching a peak of over 280,000 concurrent players. Developer Mega Crit aims to release the game on as many platforms as possible, including PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and mobile, following its full launch, which is anticipated in 2027.
Slay the Spire 2 Hits Early Access with Co-op and New Necrobinder Class
Mega Crit has launched Slay the Spire 2 into Steam Early Access on PC, featuring co-op multiplayer and a new Necrobinder class. The sequel rebuilds the roguelike deckbuilder with new mechanics, characters, and a shift to the Godot engine. Console versions are unconfirmed but may arrive after the 1.0 launch.
