Symmodance — patch notes and updates
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| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
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| Bug Fixes 3.1 | 2026-03-07 | Changelog / Patch notes Bug Fixes and IssuesSelection menus getting permanently stuck on screen: Previously, if you picked up a loot crate (weapon, item, or augmentation) at the same time as leveling up or picking up another crate, the selection menu could freeze on screen — blocking all further upgrades, pausing, and dashing for the rest of the run. This has been fixed.Lost rewards from crates collected during menus: If you collected a crate while another selection menu was already open, the crate's reward was silently lost. Crate rewards are now properly queued and will appear one after another.Item selection Skip button causing UI glitch: |
| Bug Fixes and Issues 3.0.30.0 | 2023-10-23 | Changelog / Patch notes Bug Fixes and Issues Fixed an issue where the Augmentation and Item tooltip windows wouldn't close in the menu. Addressed the problem with the achievements "Resourceful Skipper," "Loot-Averse Legend," "Singular Warrior," "Dual-Wielder," "Triple Threat," and "No Mods, No Problem" not triggering; they are now working correctly. Resolved the problem where the augmentation "Mobility Trade-Off" was not unlocking. The augmentation "Mobility Trade-Off" now grants the expected 2 extra dash stacks. An indicator has been added to the dash skill on the HUD, displaying the current and maximum dash stacks. The augmentation "Opposit |
| Bug Fixes 3.0.10.0 | 2023-10-05 | Changelog / Patch notes Bug fixes and Issues Resolved an issue where both the armory and selection screens would simultaneously appear when players opened a box and leveled up in the same frame, causing game glitches. Fixed an issue where events would unlock without encountering them. Added a "Reset Events" button to the settings menu for players who want a fresh start with event unlocks. Solved an issue where random events occurred outside of adventure mode without warning, affecting the player experience negatively. Resolved an issue where the progression system incorrectly displayed and granted inaccurate values for level 4 weapons. |
| New Game Modes 3.0.00.0 | 2023-10-04 | Changelog / Patch notes New Content 2 New Game Modes Mayhem: Every decision you make is a roll of the dice, with no room for strategy or planning. Whether you're reaching for a weapon, opening an item box, or selecting an augmentation, chance is your only guide. Adventure: Every moment is a surprise! Brace yourself as you face unexpected events and challenges. Adaptability is your greatest asset in this adventure where the only constant is the element of surprise. Added over 100 random events to the glossary, unlocking as you encounter them. Added a new weapon progression system where weapons become stronger with more kills. Check the "Select |
| Bug Fix 2.3.10.0 | 2023-09-28 | Changelog / Patch notes Gameplay Balance Changes Precision Sacrifice augmentation now provides a +2% Headshot Chance bonus, down from +8%. Deadshot Mastery upgrade now offers a +0.1% Headshot Chance bonus per level, instead of +1%. Additionally, Deadshot Mastery can now reach a maximum of 20 levels instead of 10. Visual Enhancements Added an extra indicator popup following headshots. These indicators appear alongside the damage text popups. Notably, these indicators are also affected by the damage popup color settings. Bug Fixes Fixed an issue where augmentations would exceed their designated box in the stats display. Resolved an issue where |
| New Features and Game Balance 2.3.00.0 | 2023-09-27 | Changelog / Patch notes 4 New Core Upgrades Headshot: Introduces a chance to instantly eliminate enemies with well-aimed shots. Dash Cooldown: Allows for customization of dash ability cooldown. Dash Range: Enhances the range of the dash ability. Invincibility after Hit: Grants temporary invincibility for a period after taking damage. 10 New Augmentations Ten new augmentations have been introduced, offering unique gameplay enhancements. Refer to the in-game Glossary for detailed information including how to unlock them. 33 New Achievements A total of 33 new in-game achievements have been added, providing players with fresh challenges and goals |
| Minor Update 2.2.00.0 | 2023-09-25 | Changelog / Patch notes Quality Of Life Introduced a collectibles gallery in the main menu, allowing players to view both locked and unlocked items and augmentations, providing them with a comprehensive gaming experience. Reworked the main menu interface for an improved experience. Item Balance Adjusted the behavior of "Exo-Boss Recovery Module," "Magnetic Firestorm Amplifier," and "Experience Velocity Drive" item bonuses; they no longer stack, and picking them up resets their timers. Bug Fixes and Issues Fixed the Steam achievement name from "hardcore mode" to "brutal mode" for accurate representation. Nanosteel Absorption Vessel values in t |
| New Items 2.1.00.0 | 2023-09-23 | Changelog / Patch notes New Unlockable Items Added 10 new items that can be unlocked through achievements. Check the in-game achievements menu for details on how to unlock them. 10 New Items Module Extractor: Picking up an upgrade point now grants +1 upgrade chip. Rapid Deflection Field: +20 Armor when moving. Mobile Healing Beacon: +4/s Health Regeneration when moving. Cybernetic Evasion Enhancer: Leveling up grants +30% dodge chance for 3 seconds. Exo-Boss Recovery Module: Killing a Boss grants +20/s Health regeneration for 5 seconds. Armor Vitality Syphon: Picking up the Chronoshield regenerates 50 Health. Magnetic Firestorm Amplifier: Pic |
| Upgrades Rework 2.0.00.0 | 2023-09-21 | Changelog / Patch notes Upgrades Rework Reworked the upgrades menu, allowing players to zoom in and out for better visualization. Introduced core upgrades that unlock after the platform reaches its maximum level. 7 New Core Upgrades Loot Amplifier: Increases the chance of getting an extra item from loot boxes (up to 100%). Infinite Resources: Grants extra starting chips (unlimited). Undying Tenacity: Provides +250 health (unlimited). Eternal Firepower: Increases damage (unlimited). Unyielding Strike: Increases critical damage (unlimited). Incessant Growth: Increases XP gain (unlimited). Dash of Freedom: Unlocks the dash ability (one-time). Ga |
| Weapon Balance Update 1.1.00.0 | 2023-09-19 | Changelog / Patch notes Weapon Balance Changes ELECTREND Increased Electrend's starting damage from 22 to 35. Improved the initial fire rate upgrade from 0.4 to 0.5. Improved the initial damage upgrade from 9 to 11. IONSIGHT Increased Ionsight's starting damage from 120 to 150. Significantly improved the initial damage upgrade from 15 to 25. Raised the starting penetration from 2 to 3, allowing for a maximum achievable penetration of 5 instead of 4. Starting weapon bonus has been changed from +10 Armor to +50% Critical Damage. Weapon bonus has been changed from +5 Armor to +25% Critical Damage. ARCANEVO Starting weapon bonus has been changed |
| Update 1.0.21.0 | 2023-09-17 | Changelog / Patch notes Visual Enhancements Damage popup color option is now also affecting critical damage popups. Weapon Balance Enhanced the knockback power of the "Ionsight," giving it double the force compared to other weapons. Bug Fixes Addressed the non-functional skip button during augmentation selection. Fixed the button disappearance issue on "Arcanevo" when the reload stat is maxed. |
| Balance Update 1.0.20.0 | 2023-09-17 | Changelog / Patch notes UI Improvements Resolved an issue with values not displaying correctly by removing the "%" symbol where it shouldn't be. Fixed elements extending beyond the screen borders on the 16:10 resolution. Fixed elements extending beyond their container. Resolved the issue where controller players had to use the mouse to navigate in the options menu. Gameplay Improvements Decreased the chance of enemies dropping "Chronoshield", "Inferno Barrage", "Fervent Surge" and "Magnet" over time. Item Balance Changes "Vortex Edge Enhancer" now provides +20% Critical Damage (up from +10%). "Aetheric Strike Capacitor" now offers +10% Critic |
| Update 1.0.10.0 | 2023-09-17 | Thanks to your feedback, I've made important updates and fixes. Enjoy an improved gaming experience with better UI, gameplay tweaks, and bug fixes. Your support drives me forward – let's conquer new challenges together! Changelog / Patch notes User Interface Improved various minor UI elements. Enhanced visibility of the current upgrade level in the armory. Added in-game version numbers. Gameplay Customization Added a screen shake intensity slider option. Introduced a toggle for displaying DPS. Included a slider for adjusting secondary HUD transparency. Added an option to customize damage popup colors based on weapon colors. Added a skip butto |