Update Plans Unveiled for Heroes of Hammerwatch 2

Heroes of Hammerwatch 2 has just rolled out its second patch, termed Build 117, bringing some nifty updates such as displaying the player level in the multiplayer HUD. With these updates, developer Crackshell aims to smooth out multiplayer connectivity woes and is also looking forward to introducing modding support down the line.

Just a few days after its initial update, Crackshell released another patch for the popular roguelike action RPG, Heroes of Hammerwatch 2. The first patch, Build 115, which landed on January 15, mainly tackled smaller issues, introduced new features, and included tweaks that catered to player feedback. Acknowledging that more significant bugs needed attention, the team aimed to first address simpler ones with this update.

2025 is packed with much-anticipated game releases, and with Heroes of Hammerwatch 2 leading the charge since its launch on January 14, players have plenty to look forward to. Its predecessor came out in March 2018 and received rave reviews. Initially, multiplayer could handle three players, but this sequel ups the ante to four.

The new patch, announced on the game’s Steam page, added several features like the player level in the multiplayer HUD, missing combo descriptions to the library menu, and confirmation prompts when exiting a game. Several bugs were squashed in this patch too, including an issue where clients could snag a host’s trinket and another where the Thunderbird dealt damage unfairly at spawn. Unlocking all characters in the game is relatively straightforward, and a fix now prevents clients from creating characters based on the host’s unlocked classes.

Heroes of Hammerwatch 2, launched to a sea of rave reviews on Steam, joins a fantastic lineup of roguelikes and roguelites in 2024, with entries like Hades 2 and Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok. Looking ahead, the developer hinted in the second patch that while a detailed roadmap isn’t set, they’re focusing on player feedback, addressing multiplayer connectivity, and implementing modding options, starting with translations.

Jump into a world of randomly generated levels and top-notch customization, where your mission is to conquer the Dark Citadel and snag powerful gear and items for new upgrades and abilities. Though it’s central to the game, the Dark Citadel unlocks only in the later stages of Heroes of Hammerwatch 2, ensuring no two runs feel the same and lending a fresh twist every time. With each completed expedition, players can improve their towns, equipment, and characters.

Incorporate elements like randomly generated levels and extensive customization in Heroes of Hammerwatch 2, a rogue-lite action RPG with persistent progression. Fight your way through the formidable Dark Citadel, collecting potent equipment and trinkets that offer game-changing upgrades. This mix of permanent action-RPG-style gear with roguelite rewards promises a unique experience where no two runs are alike, always pushing advancement in some direction. Upon returning from missions, you can enhance your town, enchant gear, and unlock new enhancements for your character. Build a bustling hub to support your ventures and tailor your gameplay in infinite ways. And when you’ve bested the Citadel, New Game+ mode keeps the challenge alive with endless progression, tougher foes, and increasingly powerful rewards.