BSG 1.0.0.5 (2024-10-23)

V1.0.0.5

More Fixes & Speedrun Features!

With V1.0.0.5 we have some new fixes and some special features for the most dedicated of speedrunners!

Progression Fixes

• Fixed an issue where an item could be picked up infinitely.
• Fixed some minor visual glitches that would occur if the player used an item to kill themselves.
• Minor text updates throughout (some typos and some clarity on some events).
• One example: Updated the text for the slime monster in Shadowgate to explain why need to read the paper before the spell will work
• Updated fixes to better handle events where the player dies unexpectedly.

Secret Special Settings Menu Added a secret menu with a couple of features for players who are doing multiple playthroughs.

Unlocking the Special Menu You must have completed the game once (any ending) to unlock the Special Menu. You'll have to be patient on the Main Menu while keeping an eye out for an old friend.

Hold To Skip Text Turning this function on will allow you to hold down the button (Mouse Left or 'A' on an Xbox Controller) to progress through text pages and dismiss them. This is intended to alleviate the hundreds and hundreds of frantic clicks needed to get through the game.

In-Game Timer Turning this setting on will show an in-game timer at the bottom of the screen. It will show you exactly when the in-game timer is ticking.

These settings have been added to a special menu that requires completing the game because they do alter things away from the intended experience.

After unlocking the Special Menu, you can catch a glimpse of an old pal if you stick around.

As always, a huge thanks to the community for spreading the love of Shadowgate and sharing their thoughts!

BSG 1.0.0.4 (2024-09-27)

V1.0.0.4 Patch Notes

Fixes

• Fix for an endgame bug where the Blacksmith would be unresponsive
• Minor updates to text and fixed some typos

Quality of Life Updates

• Added Chapter Number to the minimap panel
• Updated Inventory Item selectable area to include the name in the UI
• Added ore sound effects to game events
• CH11: made the 'memories of the twelve' puzzle less punishing, the puzzle is not easier, but the amount of unfair fail conditions has been reduced
• Updated mouse scroll wheel for quick select actions

Thank you to the community for you continued support and feedback!

BSG 1.0.0.3 (2024-09-22)

V1.0.0.3

Update for Gamepad Support

Due to the way that the game handles gamepad support, there are rare cases where a USB or Bluetooth device that is not a controller would be identified as a controller and leave the game in an unplayable state.

An update has been made to include a message on launch that lets the player know that a Gamepad has been discovered and the game will launch in Controller Mode. At this time, the player can choose to opt out and continue in Mouse Mode.

If your settings are set to only allow Mouse and Keyboard, then this message will be skipped and you will launch into the game immediately.

Updates for Puzzles

Very minor updates have been made to smooth out and improve the user experience for some puzzles.

Some examples include:

• Chapter 2: The SECRET BOOK can be LOOKed at in your inventory instead of requiring OPEN (OPEN will still work as well) to turn it into the EVIDENCE
• Chapter 3: The HEAVY CAGE can be used on the bridge lever at any time
• Chapter 4: The dirt patch at the base of the portal has been made more obvious

Minor Updates

• Updates to sound effects throughout
• Minor typo fixes
• Added a message to the game summary screen that lets the player know that Developer Commentary has been unlocked

Thank you for the continued feedback that allows us to improve the game for all players!