Luminaria: Dark Echoes 0.9.0

Global Leaderboard Has Arrived!

Competitive spirits, rejoice! Weve added a brand-new Global Leaderboard for our Infinite Mode. Now you can track the top times and see where you stand among players worldwide! Do you have what it takes to claim the top spot? Dive into the Infinite Mode, sharpen those reflexes, and show everyone what youre made of!

Enhanced Enemy Variety and Situations

Weve polished the battlefield! Say goodbye to any repetitive encountersnow youll find a fresh variety of enemies and scenarios to keep each run feeling unique. More surprises, more action, and no more dull moments!

Halloween Lobby Makeover

Spooky season is upon us, and the Luminaria lobby is now fully decked out with Halloween flair! Wander through the eerie decorations, try on some creepy accessories, and get into the Halloween spirit while you prepare for your next adventure. The lobby is ready to spook and delight!

New Interactive Tutorial: Meet the Bot!

For newcomers or anyone who needs a refresher, weve added a new tutorial! Just talk to the robot to get a full rundown on the gameplay basics, tips, and tricks. This helpful guide will make sure youre well-prepared before diving into the darkness.

Bug Fixes and Improvements

Our usual tune-up: weve squashed various bugs to keep things running smoothly and ensure a top-notch experience across all scenarios.

Jump in and explore the latest updates, Luminarians! Well see you on the Leaderboard!

[ 2024-10-30 18:36:05 CET ] [ Original post ]

Luminaria: Dark Echoes 0.8.5

Pets Have Arrived!

You can now have adorable companions by your side! Pets have made their way into Luminaria. Find them throughout different chapters and defeat the final boss to unlock them. These loyal companions will not only accompany you in the lobby but also grant you stat boosts. Collect them all and customize your adventure with style!

Amazing New Dash Animation

Weve taken the Dash to the next level. Now, you can dodge enemies with greater speed and style thanks to a spectacular new animation, making every move even smoother and more exciting. Get ready to glide through the darkness in impressive fashion!

Balance Adjustments: Stronger Bosses and Weapons

For those seeking a tougher challenge, weve increased the strength of some final bosses. Additionally, your own weapons have been buffed, ensuring more intense and rewarding battles. Get ready for even more epic showdowns!

New Idle Animations

Taking a moment to stand still? Now your character will do it in style. Weve added new Idle animations to give your heroes a more dynamic and lively appearance, even during moments of rest.

Bug Fixes

Weve fixed various reported bugs to improve overall game stability and experience. Adjustments to interactions between certain abilities and items to ensure consistent behavior across all scenarios.

Thats all for now, Luminarians! Explore the world with your new pets, enjoy the new Dash, and get ready for even more thrilling encounters. See you in Luminaria!

[ 2024-09-23 15:35:38 CET ] [ Original post ]

New NPCs with Narrative Dialogues

Immerse yourself in the rich story of Luminaria like never before! In this update, we've introduced new NPCs who will tell you fascinating stories and guide you through your adventure. Enjoy an immersive narrative as you uncover the hidden secrets of our world. Each conversation will bring you closer to the heart of Luminaria, revealing details and mysteries that will enrich your experience.

Enhanced Co-op Mode

The co-op mode has been refined to be more intuitive and accessible. Now, joining your friends in the battle against darkness is simpler and more fun. Play as a team and coordinate your moves to overcome the toughest challenges!

UI and Accessibility Improvements

We've made several improvements to the user interface and accessibility to ensure that all players can enjoy Luminaria to the fullest. The UI is now clearer and easier to navigate, making your gaming experience more enjoyable and hassle-free.

Elevator Now Accessible

The mysterious elevator that many players have seen is finally operational! Use the elevator to access new areas and discover what lies in the upper and lower levels of Luminaria.

New Skills and Enhanced Effects

Unlock and master new skills! This update brings a set of fresh abilities that will allow you to confront your enemies in innovative ways. Additionally, we've enhanced the effects of existing skills, making them more powerful and visually impressive. Experiment with different combinations and find the one that best suits your playstyle.

Save Reset

With this update, all players' saved progress will be reset. This reset is necessary to effectively implement the changes and improvements and to ensure an optimal gaming experience. From now on, the save system will remain stable with no further resets.

Fixes and Improvements

Notable Fixes

We've addressed several minor issues reported by the community, improving the overall stability and performance of the game. Fixed bugs that prevented certain abilities from functioning correctly in specific scenarios.

General Improvements

The gaming experience has been polished in various aspects to provide a smoother and more exciting adventure. Adjustments have been made to enemy and boss balance to offer a fair and rewarding challenge.

That's all for now, brave Luminarians! Enjoy the new NPCs, enhanced skills, and multiple improvements in Luminaria: Dark Echoes 0.8.0. Keep exploring, discovering, and fighting for the light. See you in Luminaria!

[ 2024-07-12 10:16:48 CET ] [ Original post ]

New Episode 4

Now with more story and meaning than ever! Face the Dark Captain on the mysterious Wandering Galleon and uncover secrets that will change the course of your adventure.

Character Diversity

Characters now have different stats and weapons. Select the hero that best suits your play style and lead the light to victory!

Travel Selection Panel

Level entry no longer appears at the bottom of the ship. Now you can travel to different episodes from the new and elegant travel selection panel.

Sniper Ability

The new sniper ability now shows correctly when leveling up. Adjust your aim and shoot!

Experimental Options

Want an even more immersive experience? You can now disable the cursor in the settings menu. This option is experimental, so be patient with potential issues.

Collectible Notes

Expand your knowledge of the world by collecting notes in Episodes 1, 2, 3, and 4! Each note brings you closer to the hidden truth of Luminaria.

Achievements Unlocked

Do you like showing off your achievements? Achievements for Episodes 1, 2, 3, and 4 are now available. Complete your feats and showcase your skills!

Fixed

Luminous Staff

You will no longer see multiple Luminous Staffs in the first level. This issue that broke the game has been resolved.

Rotating Abilities

Rotating abilities now work correctly and smoothly for the keyboard. Flow with style!

Ability Effects

Added effects before launching all abilities that require considerable aim time, so you know when to release your power.

Brilliant Boomerang

The Boomerang now has its own light so you always know where it is. We've also updated its description.

Light Gatling:

This weapon now shoots at bosses as it should. No more failures in your most powerful attacks!

Boss Positioning

Bosses that spawned right on your position now appear further away to avoid instant damage surprises.

Changed

Episode 3 Boss Effects

The Episode 3 boss launch now comes with improved effects. More epic than ever!

Improved Rewards:

More money is now given per episode. Additionally, experience and money chests give much more. Riches await you!

Improved UI

The user interface now shows on the screen instead of at the player's feet, improving visibility.

Character Selection in the Lobby

When selecting a character in the lobby, it disappears, preventing duplicates in local mode.

Level Information

Upon entering a level, the main information screens can be skipped by pressing the "Understood" button.

That's all for now, brave luminaires! Sharpen your weapons, charge your steam gadgets, and get ready to sail the Wandering Galleon! May light and steam guide you to glory. See you in Luminaria!

[ 2024-05-31 11:59:23 CET ] [ Original post ]

Attention, luminous adventurers!

Are you ready to expand your horizons in the vibrant world of Luminaria: Dark Echoes? Because here comes Patch 0.6, loaded with exciting new features and challenges!

Welcome to Chapter 3!

Flying Station: Home to New Challenges!

Get ready to delve into the dizzying world of the Flying Station, a place filled with mechanical challenges and state-of-the-art enemies that will push your skills to the limit. Explore its hidden corners, uncover unimaginable secrets, and prepare for an epic showdown with the fearsome final boss that will leave you breathless!

Epic Showdowns: The Bosses Have Arrived!

Prepare your weapons and skills, because now you can challenge a new powerful final boss in Chapter 3!

Tips on the New Loading Screens: Stay Informed!

Don't miss a single detail of our exciting adventure! Now, as you eagerly await to load the next level, you'll receive helpful tips to enhance your gaming experience. Learn, adapt, and conquer!

New Abilities and Items: Fun Multiplied!

Expand your arsenal and skills with the new release of the "Sniper" ability and the fascinating Boomerang! Discover how these new tools can change the course of your adventure in Luminaria!

Corrections and Improvements!

As always, we are committed to providing the best possible experience for our brave players. We've rebuilt the Boomerang from scratch, fixed pesky bugs, and made adjustments to ensure that your journey through Luminaria is as smooth and exciting as possible. So, adventurers, get ready for the next great adventure in Luminaria: Dark Echoes! Light awaits, darkness lurks, and destiny awaits! Go forth, to glory! Download Patch 0.6 now and start your new luminous odyssey! [previewyoutube=MWQ4zdDmSt8;full][/previewyoutube]

[ 2024-05-10 10:45:04 CET ] [ Original post ]

Added: New Characters: Welcome Ada and Luka to the party! These new additions are sure to bring a fresh, and... slightly peculiar, vibe to the team. Enhanced UI: Our user interface has received a makeover! Now, your eyes will enjoy every pixel of information with our sleek new UI. Boss Cam: Tired of staring in one direction? Our new boss camera will keep you on your toes as you face the biggest threats! Achievements v2: Achievements are back and more challenging than ever in their version II! Get ready to showcase your skills and unlock those achievements that will either give you a sense of accomplishment... or maybe just make you cry a little. New Ability - Celestial Fist: Prepare to strike with the power of the cosmos and unleash celestial chaos upon your enemies. Translation Touch-ups: Some missing translations have been added. Now you can understand what that mysterious NPC was really trying to say. Fixed: Save Game Issues: Problems with saving the game have been resolved. You no longer have to fear losing your progress after a long gaming session! Level Entry Bug: No more issues entering a level without selecting it beforehand. Because, let's admit it, sometimes you just want to go with the flow. Achievement Bug: The "Achievement Bug" has been squashed. Now, only the true deserving ones will receive the achievements they've earned... hopefully. Fence Bug: Fences are no longer an impassable barrier for your enemies! We've convinced them it's better not to go through there. Co-op Skill Deactivation: No more issues with skills in co-op mode! Companions shouldn't steal each other's superpowers... unless it's part of the master plan. First Player Death Issue: The annoying problem that caused the first player to die to ruin the party for everyone else has been fixed. You can finally keep fighting without blaming Steve for his incompetence! Camera Switch Bug: Now, the camera won't change for no apparent reason. It's time to stop blaming the other player for your bad positioning! Miraculous Resurrection Bug: No more miraculous resurrections when falling down a hole! We realized it was a bit... unfair. Boss Sky Change Bug: The sky will no longer change to day when the boss appears. We know you like surprises, but this was a bit excessive, don't you think? Performance Enhancement: Additionally, a small performance improvement has been made to the game. Now you can enjoy that smooth gameplay without worrying about FPS drops! Changed: Light Gatling Adjustment: The Light Gatling now automatically targets enemies. After all, who has time to aim in the middle of an epic battle? Let technology do the work for you! So there you have it, adventurers! This patch is packed with exciting changes that are sure to make your next playthrough even more thrilling... and hopefully, a little less chaotic. Until the next update!

[ 2024-04-18 12:09:58 CET ] [ Original post ]

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New Visual Style for Luminaria Characters:

Now, character movements are much smoother and fluid, providing a greater sense of control and precision to the player. Additionally, with more movement directions, the character's maneuverability is expanded, allowing for more detailed exploration of the game world and quicker responses to challenges that arise. In summary, this change has elevated the overall quality of the game and improved player immersion in the world of Luminaria Dark Echoes.

Endless Mode for Episodes 1 and 2:

Now you can enjoy an endless experience in episodes 1 and 2, facing increasingly difficult challenges as you progress without limits.

Revive Capability in Cooperative Mode:

Work together with your friends and revive in the heat of battle to keep the hope of victory alive!

New NPC with Dialogue and Story:

Dive even deeper into the world of Luminaria Dark Echoes with the introduction of a new character who will guide you through its fascinating story.

New Enemies, Suicidal:

Prepare to face even more challenging enemies with the addition of the fearsome Suicidals, willing to do whatever it takes to stop you.

New Abilities:

Master the battlefield with three new abilities:

Light Gatling, Magnet, and Boomerang, each with its own unique style and devastating power.

Skill Cooldown Timer in UI:

Keep an eye on the cooldown time of your abilities with the new user interface, allowing you to plan your moves with precision.

Steam Achievements Integration:

Unlock achievements on Steam as you conquer challenges within the game and prove your worth as a true hero of Luminaria Dark Echoes!

Intro with Translated Subtitles:

Immerse yourself in the story from the beginning with a fully localized introduction that will immerse you even more in the world of Luminaria.

Changes:

Improvements in Character and Enemy Invulnerability and Pushback:

Refine your strategy with adjustments to invulnerability and pushback, offering a more balanced and satisfying combat experience.

Gameplay Experience Enhancements:

Now you can upgrade your skills seamlessly, maintaining gameplay fluidity while strengthening your character.

UI and Visual Improvements:

Enjoy a smoother experience with adjustments to the user interface and visual bug fixes that ensure total immersion in the world of Luminaria Dark Echoes.

Optimizations and Bug Fixes:

We have made a series of optimizations and bug fixes to ensure optimal performance and a seamless gaming experience. We deeply appreciate your continued support and hope you enjoy all the new features we have prepared for you in Luminaria Dark Echoes! May the light guide you on your journey to victory!

[ 2024-03-14 12:06:19 CET ] [ Original post ]

It's time to dive into the darkness with Luminaria: Dark Echoes at the Remote Play Together Festival! Join us on Steam for a whole week of discounts on games ideal for sharing with friends or foes! From today until February 19 at 19:00 (PST), Steam 2024's Remote Play Together Festival is dedicated to games like Luminaria: Dark Echoes, where company is essential no matter where you are. Prefer to play on the couch with a friend by your side? Perfect! Or maybe you like to play with friends who are hundreds of miles away? Great too! In Luminaria: Dark Echoes, the more players, the better. Physical distance is no obstacle when it comes to sharing this exciting experience. So join Steam's Remote Play Together Festival and dive into a week full of discounts, demos and guaranteed fun with Luminaria: Dark Echoes and other exciting games - don't miss out!

[ 2024-02-13 15:50:52 CET ] [ Original post ]

Patch Notes - Luminaria v0.3: Balance Forged in Light

Greetings, courageous Luminaria explorers!

We are pleased to announce version 0.3 of Luminaria, focused on enhancing and balancing your experience in the first two acts of the game. We have made significant adjustments, added new layers of excitement, and unlocked powerful additions. Here is the complete list of changes!

Balance in Final Bosses: Acts I and II

Act I Adjustments to attack speed and movement patterns to create a more strategic and thrilling battle. Get ready for an enhanced combat experience! Act II New visual and auditory effects for the second boss, increasing the intensity of the battle. Beware of the surprises it brings, now more dazzling than ever! New Abilities: Luminous Sword: Unlock the power of the Luminous Sword, a blade imbued with the essence of light. Experience a new form of melee combat with skills and special effects that will dazzle your enemies. Turret and Drone: Master technology with the new Turret and Drone abilities. Strategically place turrets for defense and control a drone for a unique perspective of the battlefield. Technology becomes your ally! General Improvements:

Stage 2 Completely Finished and Adorned:

Immerse yourself in the visual wonder of Stage 2, now fully finished and adorned with details that will further immerse you in the atmosphere of Luminaria. Collision and Layer Fixes: We have perfected the game's colliders and layers to ensure a seamless experience and total immersion in the world of Luminaria. More Enemies: Introducing a variety of new enemies that will challenge your combat skills and tactics. Get ready to face even more formidable creatures! Shield Ability Rework: We have redesigned the shield ability to provide better tactical defense. Now, the shield responds more intuitively and strategically to enemy attacks. Bug Fixes: We have dedicated time to eliminate pesky bugs that could have affected your gaming experience. Thanks to the community for their detailed reports! We appreciate all adventurers for their continued support! With these changes, we hope you enjoy the Luminaria experience even more. May the light guide you on your journey!

[ 2024-01-16 13:55:02 CET ] [ Original post ]

At Enthariel Games, we believe in shaping the future of Luminaria together with our community. That's why, during our Steam Sale Week, we've discounted the early access to ensure that every member can join the adventure. We want you, a valued member of our community, to actively contribute to this exciting journey. Discover a steampunk universe brimming with mysteries and challenges, confront the darkness, and play a vital role in the development of Luminaria! Seize this unique opportunity to acquire early access at a special price and be part of the game's evolution. Your participation is crucial in shaping the destiny of Luminaria.

[ 2023-12-21 14:02:23 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hello, Luminaria adventurers! We're here with an update that will have you laughing while battling monsters (and not battling game bugs)! We've been working harder than a wizard in a spell marathon to enhance your gaming experience, and here are the details of version 0.2: Bugs Begone! We've bid farewell to those pesky bugs that made the game as thrilling as counting sheep. Thanks for your reports, community! Now, the only thing that should furrow your brow is focusing on the battle. Final Boss: The Conductor of Chaos We've equipped the first final boss with new tricks up its sleeve. It now looks like it's conducting an orchestra of chaos! Get ready for wild moves and attacks as unexpected as a unicorn on a dance floor. Good luck dancing to the rhythm of chaos! Store Discounts! We've balanced the prices in the store. Performance Improvements: We've enhanced the game's performance so that the only thing freezing is your ice cream, not your screen. We've added small visual and auditory touches because we believe every game should have at least one confetti explosion. We appreciate everyone for their laughs and feedback! We hope you enjoy this new version of Luminaria, now with 110% more laughter and fun! May luck be on your side!

[ 2023-12-20 18:58:25 CET ] [ Original post ]