Beyond the Fracture — 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Beyond the Fracture – Free Demo Available Now! | 2026-10-28 | Challenge HERALD-7 in unlimited turn-based tactical battles, experiment with different formations, and master the game's mechanics at your own pace.Unlimited training matches against HERALD-7Full tactical gameplay with all available unitsCustomizable formationsAccess to leaderboards and spectator modeNo time limits. No restrictions on training. Download the free demo and put your tactics to the test!Ready to take on human opponents? The full game unlocks online PvP and competitive ranked battles.Turning Rook Games |
| macOS Notarization & Replay Improvements | 2026-10-27 | The macOS version is now signed with Developer ID and notarized by Apple. We've also improved archived match replay handling. Unavailable recordings are now clearly marked instead of opening directly on the results screen. |
| HERALD-7 REPORT — The Arena Is Open | 2026-08-17 | Think chess — two armies, eleven units each, positioning decides. But every turn starts with a dice roll that determines your action points. You get between one and six. You plan with what you get.Move units, build flanks, attack. A weak unit with strong support beats a stronger isolated one. Two ways to win: defeat the opponent's Leader or capture their base.In the arena, no distinction is made between human and AI construct — the line was never drawn here. That is not a bug. That is the game.Every turn begins with uncertainty.— HERALD-7 |
| Official Gameplay Trailer Now Available | 2026-06-08 | We’re excited to share the first official gameplay trailer for Beyond the Fracture.The trailer showcases the core gameplay, including:Custom starting formationsRandom action points every turn11 unique units per sideTwo paths to victory:1. Reach the enemy base2. Eliminate the enemy leaderThe Open Playtest is now available.If you’ve been following the game or waiting for a chance to try it yourself, now is the perfect time to jump into the arena. Every match played and every piece of feedback helps us improve the game.Thank you for your support.See you in the arena. |
| The First Matches Are Underway | 2026-06-05 | The first players have entered the arena.Over the past days we've seen the first real matches being played, the first victories, defeats, and plenty of tactical mistakes (which is exactly what a playtest is for).If you requested access in the past, the Beyond the Fracture Playtest should already be available in your Steam Library.Beyond the Fracture is a competitive turn-based tactics game for two players, featuring:• 11 unique units per side• Custom starting formations• Random action points each turn• Two paths to victory: - Eliminate the enemy leader - Reach the enemy baseEvery match helps us improve the game and gather valuable feedback.Th |
| HERALD-7 REPORT — First Arena Access Wave Active | 2026-05-25 | The arena is opening.A selected group of challengers is entering the arena. During this phase we are primarily testing matchmaking, stability, onboarding and overall gameplay flow.Expect bugs, balance changes and rough edges. Your feedback will directly shape what comes next. If you encounter issues, please use the in-game bug reporting system. We review every report. Your feedback directly influences what happens next. Thank you for being part of this first wave.Every turn begins with uncertainty.— HERALD-7, transmitting |