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Retrace the Light is a "Best Gameplay" Finalist at BIG Festival 2026!2026-03-11Retrace the Light is heading to Brazil! Dear Enforcers, We are thrilled to announce that our game, Retrace the Light, has officially been selected as a Finalist for Best Gameplay at gamescom latam BIG Festival 2026! 🏆 Out of 81 games from 28 countries, we are honored to be among the finalists, competing alongside incredible developers from around the globe. 📅 Event InformationLocation: São Paulo, Brazil · gamescom latam Live EventAwards Ceremony: April 29 & May 3 Special Page: gamescom latam BIG Festival See you in São Paulo! ✨ Thank you to every Enforcer for your support—don't forget to add the game to your Wishlist and follow our latest u
More content! Get ready for an exclusive Steam sale with a fantastic 30% OFF!2026-02-13Introducing the all-new Spring Festival boss, the formidable "Big Guy"! Gear up for incredible savings during the Spring Festival with our special 30% discount on Steam! Mark your calendars! This limited-time offer runs from February 13th to February 25th.Embark on an exhilarating 15-hour journey and join us in celebrating the Spring Festival in grand style!======Meet our new security guardian "Big Guy," the protector of the Realm of Meta Mirror. Whenever troublemakers seek to exploit loopholes and disrupt the Realm of Meta Mirror, our Big Guy is there to impart a BIG lesson upon those mischievous souls!Join us in welcoming this formidable gu
Official Version v1.1.2710 Update2026-01-16Official Version v1.1.2710 Update - Improved the dash判定 for certain Major Modules to prevent bugs where players could not exit the dash state under specific conditions. - Fixed bugs where the distance limit for Pointer-Dash could fail and where it could trigger double cooldowns. - Enhanced the blind zone experience—clear prompts will now appear when Retrace anchor points are within blind zones. - Fixed a bug where Korean language localization detection could fail. - Optimized the判定 timing for assisted dash. - Fixed a bug where assisted dash判定 could activate even when Retrace was unavailable. - Fixed incorrect health values during phase transi
Official Version v1.1.2702 Update2026-01-12Official Version v1.1.2702 UpdateBalanced the numerical values in Boss Rematch mode.Improved the operations in the save/load interface; fixed a bug where some training items were not displayed in older save files.Fixed incorrect damage calculation for certain bosses.Fixed a bug where the mouse cursor might not display after key rebinding.Fixed a black screen issue when selecting "Format" in front of Meta.Fixed a bug where certain save files could incorrectly trigger endings.Fixed incorrect sound effects when obtaining Computing Power.Fixed a bug where Gravity Trail could be used instantly after Retrace.Fixed display issues with the quick map
Official Version v1.1.2686 【Major Update】2026-01-04Official Version v1.1.2686 【Major Update】New Content：- 【Specialized Training】feature implemented, now accessible in the Training Area. - 【Boss Rematch】feature implemented, now accessible in the Training Area. - 【Reset Iteration System】feature implemented; node resets can now be performed in the Iteration System interface. - Added new Iteration Nodes 【Recycle】and 【Checkout】, replacing the original nodes 【Cancel】and 【Refresh】. The effects of the original nodes will now take effect as permanent initial effects.Optimizations and Fixes:- Added skip functionality to certain animations. - Optimized ground detection for some skills (e.g., using Point
We have fixed a large number of issues in Retrace the Light!2025-12-19Update Patch v1.0.2591Optimized map operations for smoother operation. Players can now zoom in and out of the map even while hovering over markers.Improved the visibility of region names and button prompts on the map interface.Fixed an issue where multiple minions could spawn when the player enters a Maintenance Station.Fixed an issue that could cause the screen to freeze when the player enters the key.Update Patch v1.0.2583Corrected Enforcer Novem's position in various scenes.Optimized interactions between balls and launchers to prevent players from getting stuck in certain data rifts.Optimized the starting screen's logic.Fixed an issue wher
Official Version v1.0.2591 Update2025-12-17Official Version v1.0.2591 Update Optimized the map operation logic—the map can now be zoomed even when a hover marker is active. Improved the display of area titles and interaction key prompts on the map. Fixed a bug where entering the maintenance station could spawn multiple enemies. Fixed a bug that could cause an indefinite black screen during the key input segment. Thank you for purchasing and playing the official version of *Retrace the Light*. If you enjoyed the experience after completing the game, we'd greatly appreciate a positive review! For any questions or suggestions, feel free to share them in the comments section or our QQ gro
Official Version v1.0.2583 Update2025-12-16Official Version v1.0.2583 Update Fixed positioning issues for Executor Jiu in certain camera angles. Optimized interactions between balls and catapult mechanisms, resolving bugs that could cause progression blocks in some Data Rifts. Improved the operational logic of the start screen interface. Fixed an issue where PS5 controllers could not be recognized. Fixed missing sound effects in certain cutscenes. Fixed a bug that could cause the formatting ending to trigger even after defeating Qi. Fixed an issue where key inputs might fail to register. Fixed a bug where floor effects were not displaying during Meta Phase 2. Thank you for purchasing
Official Version v1.0.2577 Update2025-12-15Official Version v1.0.2577 Update Optimized certain collisions in Data Rifts. Improved the counter display for the Deep Learning Minor Module; the current count is now visible in the equipment interface. Added save markers for key story progression nodes. Added save markers for Simulation Mode. Fixed an issue that could cause save thumbnails to not match their corresponding area names. Fixed an issue where some dialogues were skipped at key story nodes. Fixed a series of bugs in minor enemy encounters on the Motherboard. Entries in the Load Game interface are now sorted in chronological order. Thank you for purchasing and playing the official
Official Version v1.0.2566 Update2025-12-12Official Version v1.0.2566 Update Optimized the save system to avoid most bugs caused by save timing. The protagonist's cloak in cutscenes will now change according to customized equipment. Improved character animations and cloth simulation for clothing in cutscenes. Fixed rendering issues in certain cutscenes. Optimized the particle effect count in the Hui Ming Boss battle. Improved certain collisions in Data Rifts. Fixed a bug where using Retrace could cause ladders to become unusable. Thank you for purchasing and playing the official version of *Retrace the Light*. If you enjoyed the experience after completing the game, we'd greatly appre
We have fixed a large number of issues in Retrace the Light!2025-12-12Update Patch v1.0.2480 Fixed an issue that could cause lock-on to fail when canceling teleportation on the map screen. Changed default maximum frame rate from unlimited to 90 FPS. Changed default graphics quality from Ultra to High. Optimized UI operations in pure keyboard mode. Now mouse cursor is displayed as well. Fixed an issue where the game cursor might not display for keyboard & mouse control. Fixed an issue where the "Apply" button in the keybinding screen can't be correctly triggered by key inputs. Optimized animation playback speed at the beginning of the game. Optimized collision detection for Mirrormaze TDS-UY4GA (city). Optimized
Official Version v1.0.2554 Update2025-12-09Official Version v1.0.2554 Update Fixed a bug where using Retrace could cause players to exit combat areas. Optimized certain collisions in Data Rifts. Fixed a bug in Mirrormaze "ONW-PBV3E" (Depression Level) where mechanism light beams in a Data Rift were blocked by invisible walls. Optimized the issue of UI text appearing too small on Steam Deck. Enhanced the gameplay experience on Steam Deck. Fixed some UI overflow issues. Fixed a bug that could cause the Gravity Trail tutorial to become stuck. Thank you for purchasing and playing the official version of *Retrace the Light*. If you enjoyed the experience after completing the game, we'd gre
Official Version v1.0.2545 Update2025-12-08Official Version v1.0.2545 Update Optimized certain collisions in Data Rifts. Fixed a bug in Mirrormaze "TDS-UY4GA" (Weiqi Level) where a pathway in a Data Rift could not be opened. Fixed a bug where conveyor belts could affect the movement of electric pillars during Volt Dash, preventing access to some areas. Fixed an issue where manual saves might fail to load. Thank you for purchasing and playing the official version of *Retrace the Light*. If you enjoyed the experience after completing the game, we'd greatly appreciate a positive review! For any questions or suggestions, feel free to share them in the comments section or our QQ group.
Official Version v1.0.2537 Update2025-12-05Official Version v1.0.2537 Update Optimized certain collision issues in Mirrormaze "TDS-UY4GA" (City Level). Optimized some collision problems with the cube in Mirrormaze "ONW-PBV3E" (Depression Level). Fixed the white border on the pause interface. Enhanced the dream sequence performance inside a hibernation pod. Added quick map controls: for controllers, long-press the right direction key on the left D-pad; for keyboard and mouse, long-press the M key by default. Improved the display of the key binding interface by adding hints for long-press actions. Optimized the minimap title display in the map interface. Thank you for purchasing and pla
Official Version v1.0.2514 Update2025-12-03Official Version v1.0.2514 Update Adjusted the default overall graphics settings from "Ultra High" to "High". Optimized the UI operation logic on the start screen; the "Continue Game" button will now be automatically selected based on the situation. Changed the default difficulty to "Semi-Auto Mode". Adjusted the order of pages in the game settings menu for new games. Fixed a bug where the module "Retrace-Slash" caused permanent invisibility for the player. Fixed a bug where the second teleportation of the module "Pointer-Dash" caused incorrect character rotation. Optimized rotation interpolation to ensure normal behavior of most rotations un
Official Version v1.0.2480 Update2025-12-01Official Version v1.0.2480 Update Fixed an issue where canceling during fast-travel on the map interface could cause the lock-on state to be lost. Changed the default FPS cap from unlimited to 90 FPS. Changed the default graphics quality from "Ultra High" to "High". Optimized UI operations in keyboard-only mode; the mouse cursor will now also be displayed. Fixed a bug where the game cursor might not appear for keyboard and mouse players. Fixed a bug where the "Apply" button in the keybinding interface could not be triggered by keyboard input. Optimized the playback speed of content on the pre-game interface. Improved certain collision issues
Official Version v1.0.2450 Update2025-11-28Official Version v1.0.2450 Update Fixed an issue in Mirrormaze "ONW-PBV3E" (Depression Level) where players could knock enemies out of bounds during a Data Rift combat encounter. Fixed an issue in Mirrormaze "ONW-PBV3E" (Depression Level) where players could get stuck between invisible paths and structures in a Data Rift. Optimized the UI and interaction logic of the Major Module equipping interface. Improved UI animations in the Minor Module equipping interface. Adjusted the timing of Jiu's appearance in the main hall. Optimized scene performance costs in Mirrormaze "ONW-PBV3E" (Depression Level). Improved certain collision issues in Mirrorm
Official Version v1.0.2405 Update2025-11-26Official Version v1.0.2424 Update Fixed an issue with the visual effects of electric pillars in the skill-learning Data Rift within Mirrormaze "TDS-UY4GA" (City Level). Optimized the combat trigger location for a specific Data Rift in Mirrormaze "ONW-PBV3E" (Depression Level). Improved the display of speaker names during dialogues. Fixed a bug that could cause MemoFragments to not save properly after pickup in some cases. Resolved a navigation issue in the graphics settings of the options menu. Optimized potential stuck positions caused by collisions in most areas of Mirrormaze "ADZ-8K02L" (Mine Level) \. Improved cactus collision and damage
Official Version v1.0.2405 Update2025-11-25Official Version v1.0.2405 Update Added bounce pads in Mirrormaze "ONW-PBV3E" (Depression Level), allowing players to return to the starting section. Fixed a bug where map interface interactions could occasionally persist. Added atmospheric fog effects when "Resistor-07" enters the mist during its second phase. Fixed a bug where "Resistor-07" could not shoot and destroy gas canisters during its second phase. Fixed an issue where data might not save properly after uninstalling Minor Modules. Fixed an issue where the black mist effect of the "Gaze of Scrutiny" eyeballs was being culled within the camera view. Fixed a bug where the ultimate skil
Official Version v1.0.2385 Update2025-11-24Official Version v1.0.2385 Update Optimized the display of Data Rifts for learning abilities on the map and added them to Data Rift statistics. Fixed a bug where interacting with the electric pillar of the "Crab Tank" could cause it to sink into the ground. Fixed a bug where the "Crab Tank" dealt insufficient damage in some cases and reduced its "allowable stopping angle." Fixed a bug related to map entrance and exit connections. Optimized the UI interaction performance of the Iteration System button. Fixed a misalignment issue in the collection status display within the Mirrormaze Copy function. Fixed a bug where controls were unresponsive a
Official Version v1.0.2370 Update2025-11-24Official Version v1.0.2370 Update Fixed a bug where training dummies could not accumulate energy for Retrace-type modules. Fixed a bug where the damage boost effect of the module "Overlook Risks" was missing. Fixed a bug where the slot reduction effect was lost after upgrading certain Minor Modules. Optimized the UI layout of the Minor Module equipping interface. Fixed an issue with incorrect display of cloak collection status. Minor Modules obtainable outside Data Rifts are now included in map statistics. Fixed an issue where fragments of the old-fashioned game console in Mirrormaze "TDS-UY4GA" (City Level) would respawn repeatedly. Fixed a
Official Version v1.0.2321 Update2025-11-22Official Version v1.0.2321 Update Fixed a potential falling issue in the Yijie arena. Adjusted the collision types for certain destructible objects. Fixed the issue where the Boss's special move effects would persist on screen. Fixed a display bug in the load save game interface. Optimized UI navigation issues in the load save game interface. Fixed the bug where the Huiming Boss would float off the ground and addressed certain collision issues. Optimized achievement unlock conditions to ensure they trigger properly. Fixed a bug in the "TDS-UY4GA Mirrormaze" (city level) where skipping cutscenes after returning would prevent Jiu's door from op
Official Version v1.0.2311 Update2025-11-21Official Version v1.0.2311 UpdateFixed a bug with the save file overwrite function;Optimized ladder detection;Fixed key prompts for UI interface operations;Fixed the damage of the counter-attack pieces in Yi Jie;Fixed certain collisions that could trap players;Fixed the fall detection issue in Act 5: Escape of Mirrormaze ONW-PBV3E (Depression Level);Fixed a bug in the Mirrormaze "ADZ-8K02L" (Mine Level) where the memory fragment "Walkie-Talkie" could be lost;Adjusted the detection of projectile bullets against machine objects;Fixed the issue with the Data Slit "3D Pinball" level completion judgment.Fixed Jiu's storyline position and added com
Action-Adventure RPG "Retrace The Light" Now Available on Steam!!2025-11-21Dive into the captivating world of Retrace the Light, a captivating 2.5D top-down action-adventure RPG now available on Steam, priced at $17.99! Get your hands on it now and enjoy a special 10% discount for early birds!Retrace — Revolutionary Battle DynamicsDelve into the heat of combat with our innovative feature "Retrace." Harness the power of "Spatial Retrace" to outmaneuver your foes, turning their attacks into opportunities for devastating counterattacks! Customize your combat style with primary and secondary modules, together with a meticulously designed iteration system to enhance your combat prowess and dominate the battlefield.Puzzle
Get Ready for an Epic Adventure with "Retrace the Light" on November 21!2025-10-31Brought to you by Xiaming Games (yep, that's us :)), this captivating 2.5D top-down action-adventure RPG is gearing up for its grand debut on November 21, 2025. Wishlist this game now to keep up with all the latest updates and embark on an enchanting journey through a fantastical realm!"Retrace the Light" features a world filled with technological marvels and deep contemplation. In this realm where data merges with emotions, the line between the virtual and the real blurs. Assume the role of Enforcer Decem, an agent created by the super AI, navigating through enigmatic Mirrormazes and using innovative light-and-shadow mechanics to solve intri
"Retrace The Light" will be released in November this year!2025-09-23"Retrace The Light" is a 2.5D top-down action adventure game that employs a space-time rewind mechanism, focusing on an integrated gameplay experience of combat, exploration, and puzzle-solving, allowing you to enjoy the thrill of challenges. In the game, players take on the role of an AI worker - Executor Shi, infiltrating the mental world of paranoid patients to uncover the causes of their paranoia and eliminate their obsessions. Currently, "Trace of Light" has officially announced its release date for November this year! I. Light Souls-like, Challenge Yourself- The game combines hardcore combat feel with smooth gameplay experience. You can
Demo v1.0.4314 Update2025-07-15Demo v1.0.4314 UpdateImplemented Korean localizationAdded precompiling shaders stage before game launchUpdated game and studio logosThank you for playing the TraceLight Demo. If you’re excited for the full version after completing the demo, feel free to add the game to your wishlist! For any questions or suggestions, please share them in the comments or our QQ group.
Demo v1.0.4310 Update2025-06-25Demo v1.0.4310 Update1. Updated the game start logo 2. Optimized the skip operation for the logo 3. Fixed the impact of Windows resolution scaling on game resolution 4. Fixed a bug where the "Pointer - Dash" might cause malfunction 5. Optimized visual effects during scene switching 6. Improved localization for the game start interface Thank you for playing the “Retrace the Light" Demo. If you're looking forward to the full version after completing the demo, feel free to add the game to your wishlist! If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to share them in the comments or our QQ group.
"Retrace the Light" has been optimized for Steam Deck2025-03-05The latest version of this game has been optimized for Steam Deck and can run stably at 60fps on the device. Below are the Steam Deck-related update logs: Demo v1.0.3516 Update Fixed an issue where videos could not be played on Steam Deck Demo v1.0.3505 Update Added Steam Deck compatibility
Demo v1.0.3666 Update2025-02-24Demo v1.0.3666 Update Fixed an issue with incorrect option display in Boss challenges. Fixed an issue with incorrect name display in the Boss victory cutscene. Optimized the UI performance when exiting Mirrormaze. Optimized the timing prompt for Blink ability. Fixed a bug where the Light Trail state persisted indefinitely. Thank you for playing the “Retrace the Light" Demo. If you're looking forward to the full version after completing the demo, feel free to add the game to your wishlist! If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to share them in the comments or our QQ group.