Adam's Forgotten Secrets — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
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| STEAM SCREAM V - MEGA UPDATE | 2026-10-28 | Steam Scream V - MEGA UPDATEWe listened to your feedback and rebuilt Adam's Forgotten Secrets from the ground up. The story now has a friendlier, clearer narrative, so you can follow Adam's journey from start to finish without getting lost, while the mystery and the horror stay right where they belong.What's new- A friendlier narrativeNew scenes and conversations guide you through the story and reveal more about Adam, without giving away all of his secrets.- Pixelated graphics and blood, a lot of bloodA brand-new visual style with pixelated graphics and plenty of gore, taking you straight back to the horror games of the 90s.- New inventory Sy |
| Adam's Diary is now Adam's Forgotten Secrets | 2025-05-29 | We’re thrilled to unveil the biggest update yet for our game! After months of hard work, The Midnight Town Stories: Adam's Diary has officially evolved into The Midnight Town Stories: Adam's Forgotten Secrets — a complete reimagining of the entire experience. Here’s what’s new: 🔥 A Full Game Overhaul 🔥 Brand-New Inventory & Interface: We’ve completely redesigned the UI for a smoother, more immersive experience. All-New Level Design: Every area has been reworked from the ground up, featuring exclusive, never-before-seen locations to explore. A New Character Joins the Story: Unravel new layers of the narrative as a mysterious figure steps int |
| Light the Way Update | 2024-10-19 | We're excited to bring you a new update packed with improvements and new features! What's New: Enhanced Flashlight: We've upgraded the flashlight system, giving you better control and visibility in darker environments. New System Implemented: A brand-new system has been added, offering a smoother and more immersive gameplay experience. Weapon Improvements: We’ve fine-tuned the weapon mechanics for better performance and feedback during combat. What's Coming Next: New Characters: Expect new faces in the upcoming updates, expanding the world and adding more depth to the story. Improved Enemy Animations: We're working on refining enemy animation |
| The Anniversary Update is HERE! | 2024-10-17 | We’re excited to deliver a massive update that enhances every aspect of the game, making it smoother and more immersive than ever before. Here's a sneak peek at what’s in store: Fully Optimized Gameplay: We've significantly reduced the game’s size from 13GB to just under 7GB without compromising quality. This means faster load times and more efficient performance, all while maintaining the visual and gameplay fidelity you love. Revamped Environments: The entire game world has been reimagined, with reworked environments that provide a more captivating and eerie experience. Prepare yourself for bigger, more expansive areas to explore! Brand-New |
| Small Patch 2024-21-05 | 2024-05-22 | Dear players, Once again, thank you all for your support. In this small update, we’ve dared to make the game a bit more challenging: - Less ammo: Now, if you don’t focus on landing precise headshots, you’ll be in trouble. - More elements in some levels: We’ve added more elements to the scenery to make it more enjoyable and immersive. We continue to count on your support. If you have any suggestions, feedback, or need any kind of assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us. See you in the next updates, Thank you. |
| MEGA UPDATE 5,0 - Adam's Diary: The Awakening Update | 2024-05-21 | Greetings, adventurers! Your support has been incredible since we launched 'The Midnight Town Stories: Adam's Diary'. Your feedback has fueled our journey, and today, we're excited to unveil an update that will elevate your gaming experience! Here's what's new: The Mega Update is finally HERE! We know you've been eagerly waiting, and we appreciate your patience. One of our developers, Fabio, is still facing serious health issues, requiring extensive treatment and much-needed rest. Despite these challenges we didn't stop and we’re thrilled to deliver a mega update packed with exciting new features! New Areas and Mysteries Explore brand new are |
| Small Patch 2024-05-05 | 2024-05-05 | Hey there, dear players, In this small update, we fixed one of the achievements bug that some players reported. It's sorted now. Unfortunately, due to the health condition of one of our developers, we had to postpone the mega update for later. But don't worry, everything's under control, and we're splitting our time between updates for "Adam's Diary" and the development of our upcoming games. Stay tuned because our next Mega Update is on its way and it will be here in May. Thanks for the support today and always. |
| Mega Update: 4.0! The Undead Wounds! | 2024-02-16 | Hey there, fellow adventurers! You guys rock! Ever since we dropped 'The Midnight Town Stories: Adam's Diary', your vibes and feedback have been off the charts. And guess what? Today, we're hyped to bring you an update that's gonna take your gaming experience up a notch! Check out the latest buzz: The Undead Wounds: Now when you blast those zombies, you'll see your shots leaving their mark on those undead bodies! Talk about getting totally sucked into the action, right? It's gonna be epic. We've fine-tuned the weapon recoil! So get ready for smoother, more precise gameplay, giving you that edge in every battle. Fresh Interface: Say goodbye to |
| Small Patch 2024-04-01 | 2024-01-04 | Dear Players, In this small update, we've enhanced the Anti-aliasing to improve the game performance. We've also leveled up the graphics and shadows. But guess what? That's not the end of it – we're going to make the graphics and shadows even more awesome soon. Stay tuned! Thank you for your support, Dark Ocean Games. |
| Mega Update: 3.2! Unleashing Recoil, Illuminating Shadows! | 2024-01-04 | Dear Adventurers, Your amazing support and feedback since we released 'The Midnight Town Stories: Adam's Diary' means THE WORLD to us. Today, we're stoked to roll out a big update that's gonna take your game experience to another level! Fixed Intro error: This update addresses and resolves any issues or errors that may have occurred during the game's introduction, ensuring a smoother and error-free experience for players. Added Recoil Gun: Introducing a new gameplay element, this update brings a recoil system to the weapon in the game. Players can now experience a more realistic and immersive shooting experience as they contend with weapon re |
| Major Game Update: Version 3.1! Explore the Enhanced Gameplay! | 2023-11-13 | Dear Adventurers, Your unwavering support and feedback since the launch of 'The Midnight Town Stories: Adam's Diary' have been invaluable to us. Today, we're thrilled to present a significant update that takes your gaming experience to new heights! Redesigned Spaces: Prepare for a fresh adventure as some rooms have undergone a complete makeover. Immerse yourself in the revamped environments that bring a new layer of excitement to your journey. Interactive Highlights and Downplayed Puzzles: Explore challenging puzzles that have been reimagined for a more engaging experience. Introducing a new highlight system—hover your mouse over interactable |
| Major Game Update: Version 3.0! Immerse Yourself in the Unveiled Changes! | 2023-10-18 | Major Game Update: Version 3.0! Immerse Yourself in the Unveiled Changes! Dear Adventurers, Your invaluable feedback since the launch of 'The Midnight Town Stories: Adam's Diary' has fueled our commitment to enhancing your gaming experience. Today, we're delighted to unveil a major update that promises to elevate your adventure to unprecedented heights! Revamped Soundscapes: Prepare for a heightened sensory experience as we've completely overhauled the game's sound effects, including those spine-chilling zombie noises. Feel the atmospheric immersion like never before as you navigate through the eerie auditory landscape. Diary Pages Illuminate |
| Small Patch 2023-10-11 | 2023-10-11 | Dear Players, In this update, we've fixed the weapon widget, which used to disappear when accessing the inventory. Our next update is coming soon: New ambient sound, more realistic monster sound effects, and much more. Stay tuned. Thank you for your support, Dark Ocean Games. |
| Small Patch 2023-10-10 | 2023-10-11 | Dear players, In this update, we've adjusted some decals and scenarios to make some of our puzzles more intuitive. We've also made the instructions more visible. Stay tuned for more updates to come. Thank you for all the support and feedback, Dark Ocean Games. |
| Small Patch 2023-10-08 | 2023-10-08 | Dear players, In this patch, we've enhanced the AI of the enemies. We've also fixed the issue with the ammunition count freezing after entering the inventory. We are reviewing the entire battle system to further improve it. In the upcoming updates, there will be a significant improvement in the sound system, and soon, we will also be making changes to the inventory. If you have any suggestions, please contact us at info@darkoceangames.com, and we will be happy to implement improvements suggested by you. Keep in mind that this is our first game, and we are open to taking care of it in the best possible way to make it perfect for everyone. Than |
| Small Patch 2023-10-07 | 2023-10-08 | Dear Players, We added an extra door in the second-floor hallway. We also rearranged the layout of the room on the same floor. We also fixed the crow/paintings puzzle bug. Thank you very much to all the players who suggested changes/reported the bug in the crow/painting room. If you noticed any problems during your gameplay, please contact us at info@darkoceangames.com, and we will be happy to fix it as soon as possible. Sincerely, Dark Ocean Games. |
| Major Game Update: 2.0! Unleash the Action! | 2023-10-06 | ***More updates coming soon. You could have your name in the game and much more. Stay tuned*** Major Game Update: 2.0! Unleash the Action! Dear Adventurers, We've been listening closely to your feedback since the release of 'The Midnight Town Stories: Adam's Diary,' and today, we're thrilled to announce a major update that's set to take your gaming experience to a whole new level! Enhanced Puzzles: Your voices have been heard! We've fine-tuned and improved the puzzles to provide a more engaging and rewarding experience. Introducing the Gun: Say goodbye to the trusty old baseball bat! We've armed you with a powerful new tool: a firearm straigh |
| Small Patch 2023-10-03 | 2023-10-03 | Dear Players, We've received some feedback about the puzzle in the picture room, and as a result, we've made changes to make it more intuitive. We will be undergoing a mega update soon to make the game more challenging and comprehensive. Stay tuned, Thank you for your support. Dark Ocean Games. |
| Small patch 2023-10-02 | 2023-10-02 | Dear Players, We've taken note of your feedback and incorporated extra hints for the initial room and the upper corridor. Feel free to keep sharing your thoughts with us via email at info@darkoceangames.com. Thanks a bunch, Dark Ocean Games. |
| Patch 2023-09-30 | 2023-09-30 | Added more hints to certain puzzles. Fixed the door error in the art room. Corrected the nun that kept appearing all the time. Lighting correction. Thank you very much to all the players who reported these issues. If you noticed any problems during your gameplay, please contact us at info@darkoceangames.com, and we will be happy to fix it as soon as possible. Sincerely, Dark Ocean Games. |
| Major Patch Note - A New Era Unfolds | 2023-09-28 | Major Patch Note - A New Era Unfolds Dear Adventurers, We are thrilled to announce a major update for "Adam's Diary," and it's nothing short of a game-changer! As we approach our debut release this Friday, the entire Dark Ocean Games team is buzzing with excitement, and we can't wait to share the incredible journey we've been on with you. Revamped AI System: - Prepare to face a smarter, more challenging enemy AI. We've built it from the ground up to keep you on your toes, and it's not just the regular foes. Stay sharp, as two formidable bosses now await your confrontation. Expanded Scenario Interactions: - Immerse yourself in the narrative li |
| Third Patch 09-26-2023 | 2023-09-26 | Dear Players, We've been hard at work improving your gaming experience! In our latest update, we've made the following changes: - Fixed Portals - Fixed the puzzle frame decal - Added interactions - Changed map layouts Your feedback is invaluable to us, so please don't hesitate to reach out with your suggestions and thoughts. Together, we'll continue to make this game even better! Thank you for your support and happy gaming! - Dark Ocean Games Team |
| Second Patch 09-12-2023 | 2023-09-13 | Dear Players, We've been hard at work improving your gaming experience! In our latest update, we've made the following changes: - Enhanced the kitchen puzzle, resolving interference with the main room puzzle. - Fixed the puzzle frame decal. - Revamped the layout of the Pause Menu. - Redesigned the Main Menu layout. - Tweaked the Sound Configuration Menu. - We're dedicated to bringing you more exciting updates, including new enemies and stages, very soon. - Your feedback is invaluable to us, so please don't hesitate to reach out with your suggestions and thoughts. Together, we'll continue to make this game even better! Thank you for your suppo |
| First Patch 09-09-2023 | 2023-09-09 | Update 0.2 - Defective issue resolved - Added an additional puzzle in the first kitchen - Debugged a door in the living room - Overhauled the kitchen door with an electronic panel - Modified the destination of the exit portal in the park - Enhanced and adjusted various items in the scenario - Revised and improved the initial menu - Displaced/Changed the location of the camcorder - Altered some items in the scene We are putting in our best efforts to deliver the upcoming enhancements in the next patch: - Sound adjustment in the main menu - Enemy AI overhaul - Adding a greater variety of enemies - Introducing a new room - Incorporating a new pu |