Castle of Blackwater News

We’re thrilled to announce that our Steam Next Fest launch was a massive success!

Castle of Blackwater is now publicly available on Steam (in demo form) for the first time since our inception, and we couldn’t be more excited! We’re incredibly proud of the progress we’ve made and the amazing community that has formed around the game.

A huge shoutout to the dev team for going the extra mile, and working overtime to ensure the latest stability fixes made it in. And of course, a warm welcome to all new and returning players!

[h2] Game Development [/h2]

• Emote Syncing – Players performing the same emote near each other will now synchronize their animations and audio for a more immersive experience. Dance battles, anyone?
  
• Next Fest Moderation Tools – Players in the demo will see informative pop-ups and UI guides directing them to Discord and the game night schedule. Server access can also be toggled on and off as needed.
  
• Voice Chat Reconnect – If a player’s voice chat disconnects, the system will now attempt to automatically reconnect them after a few seconds. No more ghostly silence!
  
• New Emotes! – Added Magical Broom and Stargazing emotes, among others!
  
• Emote Spawnable Objects – We now support spawnable objects in emotes, meaning you can summon disco balls, instruments, and much more!
  
• New Emote Music – Almost every emote now has sound! More ways to express yourself in the game!
  

• Cancel Emote Button – Players can now cancel an emote so they’re not stuck mid-dance during the voting round.
  

[h2] Bug Fixes [/h2]

• Fixed a few ability-related bugs that caused some powers to stop working.
  
• Fixed multiple player disconnect issues.
  
• Fixed a critical bug where if the host disconnected at the end of the voting round, the game would freeze.
  
• Fixed several bugs related to “Failed to BootStart” errors.
  
• Fixed a spawning orb bug where orbs wouldn’t disappear as expected.
  
• Fixed remaining voice chat issues.
  
• Fixed the 5-day win condition not triggering properly.
  
• Fixed player name length issues causing UI bugs.
  
• Resolved multiple sound issues affecting immersion.
  
• Fixed visual glitches in the Book of Tasks.
  

[h2] Join the Organized Play Sessions! [/h2]
To get the best multiplayer experience, keep an eye on the organized play sessions in our Discord Community! These scheduled game nights maximize your chances of finding full lobbies, so don’t miss out!

Thanks again to everyone for being part of this journey—we can’t wait to see you in-game! ✨

[h3]Dear villagers and all upcoming challengers,[/h3]

We're excited to announce that the Castle of Blackwater demo is now available on Steam. Step into our immersive world by beginning with the in-game tutorial, designed to walk you through the fundamentals of gameplay and help you master the essential controls.

Once you've familiarized yourself with the basics, create or join a lobby to engage in real gameplay experiences. This is your chance to test your skills, explore strategic opportunities, and connect with fellow players in a dynamic environment.

Your input is vital to us. If you have any questions, wish to share feedback, or encounter any bugs, please join our Discord server where an admin is ready to assist you promptly. Your contributions help shape the future of Castle of Blackwater, ensuring an ever-evolving and exciting journey for all.

We look forward to your adventures and feedback in our vibrant community! 🏰

As Steam Next Fest kicks off tomorrow, we're excited to open our doors to players worldwide. Make sure to check all the opening times in our Discord to find the perfect slot for you to play.

The servers will be open for 6 hours each day, with varying opening times to accommodate players from various regions. The brand ambassadors & core team members of Castle of Blackwater will be available on Discord to play with you. This is a great opportunity to play together, ask questions, and share your feedback.💡

While our server times are designed to accommodate players worldwide, we’re aware that some regions may have scheduling mismatches. If there is enough demand and player activity, we’ll gladly accommodate those regions by extending this.

We'll see you tomorrow, in the castle!🏰

Attention all content creators! The Castle of Blackwater Creator Program has officially launched, and we're inviting YOU to be a part of it! 🏰✨

By joining, you'll unlock access to exclusive rewards, special perks, and unique opportunities to grow your community while playing our game. If you create content on Twitch, YouTube, or TikTok, this is your chance to be part of something thrilling.😈

🎮 Perks Include:

• Brand kit access
  
• Game keys for you & your community
  
• Exclusive in-game rewards
  
• Early access to special events
  

And much more!

Are you ready to survive the night in the Castle? 🕯👀

Don't miss out—check out the details below and apply now!
➡️ Join the Creator Program: https://creators.castleofblackwater.com/

Greetings Villagers!

We're thrilled to announce that, alongside the launch of the Castle of Blackwater demo, we're also releasing an all-new cinematic trailer to immerse you in our world!

With Steam Next Fest just around the corner, we can't wait to share everything we've been building over the past few years. There’s so much to explore, and we’re excited for you to experience it firsthand.

Don't forget to Wishlist us on Steam and Join our Discord to stay updated on all the latest news, exclusive content, and community discussions!

See you in Blackwater! 🏰✨

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