Slay the Spire 2
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Slay the Spire 2 patch – first major update brings plenty of changes – here’s what’s new
Slay the Spire 2 has received its first major update on Steam, introducing significant changes to gameplay balance and features. The patch includes reworked map generation, adjusted shop relic prices, and character-specific balance changes for Ironclad, Silent, Regent, and Necrobinder. Additionally, new Neow relics, enemy reworks, visual upgrades, and a revamped leaderboard system with badges have been implemented.
Slay the Spire 2 gets its first major update, buffing the Regent, bringing sweeping balance changes, and adding a powerful new card
Slay the Spire 2 has received its first major balance update, introducing significant changes to characters, cards, and relics. The update includes buffs for the Regent, a new card, and a phobia mode, alongside various art, UI, and bug fixes. Leaderboards have been adjusted to focus on friend scores due to anti-cheat concerns.
Slay the Spire 2 patch notes arrive for all, meaning an easier early game but harder infinites
Mega Crit has released the first major patch for Slay the Spire 2, bringing changes from the beta branch to the live build. The update includes improved map generation and an easier Act One, but makes infinite combos harder to achieve and card removal more expensive. The developer emphasizes that the game is still in Early Access and encourages player feedback.
After a month of haggling with players, Mega Crit make Slay the Spire 2's beta patches official, with big character reworks alongside new art and scoring systems
Mega Crit has officially rolled out all recent beta updates for Slay the Spire 2 into the main game, including significant reworks for characters like Ironclad and Silent, new art, and a Badge system. While the game remains in Early Access, this update addresses player feedback on balance and introduces new progression mechanics and relics. Leaderboards have also been revamped to focus on friends' scores and run completion metrics.
Slay the Spire II Update 0.103.2 Overhauls Balance, Ascension, and Systems
Mega Crit has released update 0.103.2 for Slay the Spire II, incorporating a month of beta changes. This patch redesigns Ascension 6, adjusts shop mechanics, improves map generation, and reworks character balance for The Ironclad, The Silent, The Regent, and The Necrobinder. The update also introduces visual enhancements, a new Badge system, reworked leaderboards, and numerous bug fixes for PC via Steam.
Check out the internet's best gaming videos from March—including one of the coolest custom gaming rigs…
March's top gaming videos featured new content from extraction shooter Marathon, roguelike deckbuilder Slay the Spire 2, and RPG Crimson Desert. The highlights also included impressive moments in Overwatch and Grand Theft Auto 5, with a custom mobile gaming rig winning the monthly PC Gamer Clips competition.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (11th April)
Several Nintendo Life editors share their weekend gaming plans, including titles like Pokémon Champions, Batman: Arkham Knight, and the Double Dragon & Kunio-kun bundle. The passing of series creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto is also noted, prompting replays of his classic games.
Godot gets a funding boost from Slay the Spire 2 devs Mega Crit
Mega Crit, the developer behind Slay the Spire 2, has significantly increased its funding for the open-source Godot Engine, reaching the Corporate Platinum sponsorship level. This renewed and increased support highlights successful developers giving back to the tools they utilize.
Slay the Spire 2 players surprised by patch that actually makes the game easier with big Ironclad buffs and nerfs to…
Slay the Spire 2 has received a beta patch introducing significant balance changes, including buffs to the Ironclad character and nerfs to enemies like Living Fog and the Doormaker boss. Developer Mega Crit also updated the leaderboard system to show only friends' scores and adjusted the daily run scoring.
New Slay the Spire 2 patch notes help you survive the early game, and rein in Acrobatics
New patch notes for Slay the Spire 2's beta branch introduce changes aimed at improving early game survivability and rebalancing certain cards and enemies. Key updates include new Neow relics, adjustments to Ironclad's survivability with a new card and relic changes, and nerfs to problematic enemies like Living Fog. The game's developer, Mega Crit, is also shifting some difficulty from Act One to Act Three and has altered leaderboard calculations.
Games Inbox: What is your favourite retro video game format?
Readers discuss their favorite retro gaming formats, with the Atari ST, ZX Spectrum, and Commodore 64 being popular choices. The discussion also touches on anticipation for upcoming games like The Witcher 4 and Switch 2, as well as the perceived decline of studios like Firaxis.
Slay the Spire 2 early access review
Slay the Spire 2 offers a familiar yet refined experience, building upon the strengths of its predecessor. The sequel introduces new elements that enhance the core gameplay loop, maintaining the series' signature blend of challenging strategy and dark humor.
Slay the Spire 2 early access review
Slay the Spire 2 offers a familiar yet expanded experience for fans of roguelikes and deck builders. The sequel has the potential to surpass the original in popularity if development continues with improvements and added content. The game is currently available in early access on PC.
Slay the Spire II Reportedly Sold 5.3 Million Units in March
Slay the Spire II has reportedly sold 5.3 million units and generated $108 million in revenue in March, making it the top-selling game on Steam for the month. The game, developed by Mega Crit Games, launched in early access on March 5 for PC via Steam and has quickly become the most-played roguelike on the platform, surpassing 430,000 concurrent players.
Slay the Spire 2 beats Crimson Desert and Resident Evil Requiem as March's biggest-selling game on Steam
Slay the Spire 2 reportedly topped Steam's sales charts for March, selling an estimated 5.3 million copies and generating around $108 million in revenue during its early access debut. Crimson Desert followed with 1.9 million units sold, while Climber Animals Together and Resident Evil Requiem each sold 1.2 million copies. The analysis highlights Steam's receptiveness to aggressive discounts, as seen with Resident Evil 3 Remake's strong sales driven by a 90 percent discount.
Slay the Spire 2 is cooking a "competitive" mode, but I'm most excited about its new short-time format
Mega Crit co-founder Casey Yano discussed potential new modes for Slay the Spire 2, including a competitive mode and a shorter-time format for players with less time. He also teased a new social multiplayer interaction mode, emphasizing that these are still in consideration and may not make it into the final game. Yano also expressed caution about adding too many features or Ascension levels to maintain the game's core simplicity and avoid an overly long completion time.
Slay the Spire 2 Reportedly Sold 5.3 Million Copies in March, Netting $108 Million in Revenue
Slay the Spire 2 reportedly achieved significant success in March, selling an estimated 5.3 million copies and generating $108 million in revenue on Steam, making it the platform's top seller for the month. This performance far surpasses its predecessor's sales figures. Other games like Crimson Desert and Resident Evil Requiem also reported strong sales for the month.
What we've been playing - "like a seagull by a bin, I decided to have a peck"
Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences. Victoria is enjoying Super Mario Galaxy with her children, Bertie is exploring the unique RPG Esoteric Ebb and revisiting Slay the Spire 2, Marie continues her Easter tradition of playing Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy, and Connor has made significant progress in Old School RuneScape.
The best tool for playing obscure old PC games now supports the sublime FMV cheese of Crime Patrol 2: Drug Wars and a Lovecraftian adventure one YouTuber scored a 'terribly low 2/10'
The emulation tool ScummVM, known for playing old PC games, has expanded its support to include FMV titles like Crime Patrol 2: Drug Wars and the Lovecraftian adventure Necronomicon: The Dawning of Darkness. The article highlights the appeal of playing both notoriously bad and obscure old games, referencing a YouTuber's low score for Necronomicon.
Slay the Spire 2 adds end-of-run badges 'to let you know what was unique about each adventure' in latest beta…
Slay the Spire 2 is introducing end-of-run badges in its latest beta patch, designed to highlight unique accomplishments during gameplay. Developer Mega Crit also detailed numerous balance changes, bug fixes, and UI adjustments, including reworked cards and enemy behaviors. The update aims to enhance run distinctiveness and scoring, with some changes sparking player feedback similar to previous beta releases.
