Skills & Raids Updates
Patch notes, balance changes, and developer announcements.
Latest Update
Version 1.0 — Launch Day (July 27, 2026)
Skills & Raids has officially launched on Steam! After months of development and community testing, the full game is now available.
New Features
- Complete story campaign with handcrafted dark fantasy world
- Three playable characters: Shelldon (Tank), Clawrk (DPS), Owlivia (Healer)
- Crafting system with five rarity tiers: Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, Legendary
- Skill combination system for unique builds
- Party-based real-time combat with pause mechanic
Balance Changes
- Adjusted early game difficulty curve for new players
- Tweaked skill cooldowns for better pacing
- Improved loot drop rates for Common items
- Reduced difficulty in The Sinking Graves and Cold Peaks areas
Bug Fixes
- Fixed extraction timer display issues
- Resolved skill animation glitches
- Improved performance on lower-end systems
- Fixed quest log and node entry issues
Development Timeline
Steam Next Fest (June 2026)
- Demo v1.4.8.1 released with major improvements
- Added skill targeting indicators above characters
- Improved enemy loot feedback
- New sort inventory and transfer to stash buttons
- Renamed Fading Core Skills to Free Skills
Open Beta (May 2026)
- Public beta testing phase began
- Reached 10,000+ wishlists milestone
- Community feedback implementation
- Performance optimizations
Demo Release (March 2026)
- First public demo version
- Limited content showcase
- Player feedback collection
Developer Notes
Eddie H. Hinestroza (Storypaintings) has shared plans for future updates:
- Post-launch content — New areas and enemies planned
- Quality of life improvements — Based on player feedback
- Balance adjustments — Ongoing tuning based on data
- Console ports — May consider if PC sales are strong
Stay Updated
- Steam Community Hub — Official announcements
- YouTube Channel — Development updates and gameplay
- Discord Server — Community discussions
- Newsletter — Direct updates from the developer
Related Guides
- Getting Started — Beginner’s guide for new players
- Character Builds — Updated for latest balance changes
- Tier List — Current meta rankings
- Crafting Guide — Learn the crafting system
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
When did Skills & Raids launch?
Skills & Raids officially launched on Steam on July 27, 2026.
How often are updates released?
The developer plans regular updates based on player feedback and game data. Major patches are announced on the Steam Community Hub.
Where can I find patch notes?
Patch notes are available on the Steam Community Hub, this wiki page, and the developer's YouTube channel.
Is there a console version planned?
The developer has mentioned they may consider console ports if the PC version sells well.
How do I report bugs?
Report bugs through the Steam Community Hub or the developer's Discord server.