Exciting News: Sea of Stars' Free Dawn of Equinox Update Lands on November 12!

Get ready, gamers! The highly-anticipated Dawn of Equinox update for Sea of Stars is officially set to launch on November 12, bringing a wealth of new content and enhancements to this beloved RPG. This free update is just the first of two major content expansions slated for release in the coming year.

Announced earlier this year, the Dawn of Equinox update introduces an exhilarating local co-op mode that allows you and up to two friends to embark on the entire adventure together. Each player will enjoy independent movement as you explore the enchanting world of this lunar-solar duo, Valere and Zale—though you’ll need to stay within the screen’s bounds! Additionally, look out for the new co-op Timed Hits feature that transforms one of the game’s core mechanics into a collaborative challenge.

The update also brings Combat 2.0, a comprehensive upgrade to the battle system. Prepare for new challenges with the introduction of "Mystery Locks," which require players to unlock enemies' spells during their first encounter. And for those strategic minds, combo points will now carry over after battles, allowing you to unleash devastating combos during your next skirmishes. Developer Sabotage Studio has worked diligently to rebalance the game, ensuring that these new mechanics enhance the overall experience while incorporating valuable player feedback.

Players can also look forward to a revamped prologue that departs from the previous flashback structure, featuring a dynamic intro, a bonus cinematic, and a new game mode specifically designed for speedrunners. To cater to a wider audience, the game will launch with three distinct difficulty options. Plus, there’s an exciting enhancement to the game's secret-tracking parrot, and all of this will now include a French Canadian translation, tailored “for Quebec’s finest Solstice Warriors.”

What’s more, the changes introduced in Dawn of Equinox will be integral to the upcoming Throes of the Watchmaker DLC, arriving next spring. This anticipated content promises to deliver an all-new storyline that serves as a continuation of the original Sea of Stars adventure. Our heroes, Valere and Zale, will find themselves in a whimsical yet perilous miniature clockwork world, threatened by a mysterious cursed carnival. It’s a thrilling premise that requires the duo to master their elemental magic while navigating this enchanting environment.

Since its release, Sea of Stars has taken the gaming world by storm, earning accolades and becoming one of 2023’s standout indie titles. It captured the esteemed Best Indie Game award at last year’s Game Awards and received glowing reviews from critics, who have praised its nostalgic Chrono Trigger vibes, stunning pixel art, and a nostalgic overworld map that pays homage to classic 1990s RPGs.

Sea of Stars is currently available across all major platforms, including PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5/4, and Xbox Series X/S, alongside Xbox One (with Game Pass access). The full game is priced at $35, and the forthcoming content updates will be completely free for players.

Mark your calendars for November 12 and prepare to dive back into the captivating world of Sea of Stars! Don't miss out on this chance to experience the game like never before!