Hello, everyone!

We're thrilled to announce that Albatroz Patch 11 is now live on Steam! This update follows our recent content pack release and introduces exciting improvements and fixes to issues blocking your adventures.

In this update, Scene 15 has been improved, providing players with more options to escape the Realm of the Nameless. Additionally, we've resolved some rare issues, including the black screen that appeared after death and fixes for the moving platform that frequently failed to operate. Alongside these changes, we've made various minor fixes for a smoother overall experience.

Once again, thank you for your continued support! Stay tuned for more updates across all platforms, and check the patch notes below for all the details.

• Fixed Black Screen After Death
  Fixed a rare issue where the screen would sometimes turn black after death and not fade out properly. The transition now works as expected, providing a smoother experience.
  
  
• Improved Scene 15 (Distortions)
  Added new paths and options in Scene 15, giving players more ways to escape the Realm of the Nameless. These changes enhance the scene's replayability and strategic choices.
  
  
• Fixed Progression Issue in Scene 15
  Fixed an issue where players could die and still continue playing. Now, death correctly resets progression to ensure proper gameplay flow.
  
  
• Fixed Moving Platform Issue in Scene 15
  Addressed a rare bug where a moving platform would sometimes fail to move. Players can now use alternative paths if the platform doesn’t function as expected.
  
  
• Fixed Initial Tutorial
  Corrected an issue with the game's initial tutorial that caused confusion. The controls and mechanics are now explained more clearly.
  
  
• Other Minor Fixes and Polish
  Various minor fixes and improvements across the game, including performance optimizations and interface tweaks for a smoother experience

Thanks,
-Among Giants & SOEDESCO

Hey, everyone!

We're so excited to announce that the First Content Pack for Albatroz has officially launched today on Steam! This release is filled with incredible new features, enhancements, and fixes to make your journey with Isla and her crew even more epic.

In the first content pack, we’ve completely revamped the save system, giving you up to 100 save slots. We've also rebalanced TP Costs and addressed cutscene issues on Steam Deck. For our backpackers on low-end PCs, video playback has been optimized so you can embark on this adventure without compromise. This content pack also includes numerous other fixes and improvements to refine your overall Albatroz experience.

Check out all the details below:



Enhanced Save System

We’ve completely overhauled the save system, introducing save slots to give players more flexibility in managing their progress.

Here’s what’s new: Players can now use up to 100 save slots to capture different moments in their journey.

• A new auto-save feature creates saves at critical locations and near save points.
  
• You can load any save slot from within the game or the main menu.
  
• Save slots can be deleted individually for better organization.
  
• Backward compatibility: Your old save files are still supported.
  
• Each save slot now displays detailed information about your progress, including party members, current weather, total clues, travel points (TP), and more — a total of 14 key metrics. Previously, this information was only available after the credits.
  
• The “Continue” option now smartly resumes the most recent save.
  
• Now the load game should be faster

This upgrade was a significant effort for the team, and we’re thrilled with the results.

IMPORTANT: Please back up your old save files before updating. If you encounter any issues with your saves, don’t hesitate to reach out.

• Rebalanced TP Costs: Adjusted the costs for unlocking primary and secondary skills to improve progression.
  
• Steam Deck Compatibility: Fixed an issue where cutscenes weren’t playing and showed a black screen instead.
  
• Improved Scene 17 Sequence: Refined the “Serpi Playing” sequence, adding some objects to better communicate Isla’s actions and enhance the post-credits scene.
  
• Optimized Video Playback for Low-End PCs: Players using resolutions below 1920x1080 will now experience smoother playback with Full HD videos using the AV1 codec.

• Fixed a critical issue where a save point in forbidden lands was corrupted.
  
• Loading Warning: Added a notification when the character is floating waiting for the level to load.
  
• Particle Effects: Enhanced smoke visuals for a more immersive experience.
  
• Scene Updates: Refined events in Scene 19 and further improved the “Serpi Playing” sequence in Scene 17.
  
• Shader Fixes: Resolved issues with Albatroz’s giant eye
  
• Fixed shader and the Flashlight 3 shader.
  
• Small adjustments and improvements

Once again, thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to Albatroz. For any remaining issues that didn’t make it into this update, rest assured they’re on our radar. Stay tuned as more exciting content and updates are coming your way soon!

Thanks,

-Among Giants & SOEDESCO