Couchpotato spotted a new patch for Drova - Forsaken Kin:

Patch 1.3.2 is live

We have just released patch version 1.3.2. It contains small bug fixes, which you can read about below.

Furthermore, in the last episode of Behind the Pixels, we specifically addressed your questions and answered them (video is in German, but with English subtitles).

Perhaps we answered a question there that might interest you? Or you may have your own questions. Write them in the comments and we will answer them in a future video.

What do we do now after Drova? What's next? We'll answer that in the next update video, which will come next week.

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Changelog
Finally, here's a list of other bug fixes, balancing changes and the like that we've done in the context of this update:

• Added safety teleporters to allow leaving Forest Primeval in later chapters after bugging in and being stuck in there
• Added a teleporter to a certain room where some people have bugged in and were stuck
• Added Adwin to character info in journal
• Added a pop-up when Germans try to report that "Rennofen" is a typo (it is not :D)
• Adjusted some object colliders in the world to avoid getting stuck
• Tweaked aggro ranges for Bygone warriors in underground dungeons
• Tweaked tooltip of "Gladiators' Armor"
• Reduced the collider when using "Gift of the Wolf"
• Fixed some graphical tile/object issues in the world
• Fixed a bug where player got stuck in a dialog loop with Lukan
• Fixed a bug where items were removed from inventory when putting an item on a puzzle statue
• Fixed some locations where Misty Step didn't work consistently/as intended
• Fixed a bug where spell "Charge of the Boars" could be looted everytime after saving/loading
• Fixed lots of typos
• Fixed a daily routine for Jero where he was looped sitting down/getting up
• Fixed some minor issues with some journal entries
• Fixed a bug where player couldn't talk to Kora, Tia and Sorcha
• Fixed a rare bug where Ella could die in the Deep Mines
• Fixed a mushroom that couldn't be looted
• Fixed a dialog option with Sorcha, where player could say something that wasn't known
• Fixed a tooltip layout when using the biggest font

Mortismal Gaming checked out Drova - Forsaken Kin again:

Drova: Forsaken Kin - Six Months & Several Updates Later

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RPG Site checked out the final content update for Drova - Forsaken Kin:

Drova: Forsaken Kin's final content update is now available bringing in new lategame content and much more

Drova: Forsaken Kin from publisher Deck13 and developer Just2D has gotten its final major content update today in Patch 1.3 "The Flesh Rises" bringing in new lategame content and more.

This update, currently delayed on Nintendo Switch, sees the team address some player feedback for lategame content and also bring in chapter 3 changes, a new dungeon, Red Moor Caves, balance changes, and much more. The team also confirmed that it will now be focusing on its next project aside from any bugfixes required in Drova. More details on the next project are yet to be revealed. 

Drova: Forsaken Kin is now available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam).

You can find all the update details and a new developer video for Drova version 1.3 "The Flesh Rises" below:

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Learn more about the development of Drova - Forsaken Kin:

Our Drova Prototypes | Behind the Pixels [Eng Sub]

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Just2D is working on patch 1.3 for Drova.

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Patch 1.2 for Drova - Forsaken Kin has been released:

The Insane Patch 1.2 is here!

A new difficulty and many more things await!

Greetings, travellers of the Otherworld!

The year is coming to an end, and looking back it definitely was the best year for our studio since its foundation. Drova's release was a great experience and the following months after were a huge source of joy. It's been extremely motivating for us to read all of your feedback and thoughts about Drova and we're looking forward to a future of developing games together with you, our community.
But now it's finally time! We've been hard at work for the past two weeks to be able to now present to you our second major Content Patch.
We proudly present to you Version 1.2, the "Insane Patch". We're very excited (and slightly nervous) to see your reactions to the additions and changes!

As usual, we've prepared an Update Video for you as well. The spoken language is German (as usual) but English subs are available.

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Patch 1.1 for Drova - Forsaken Kin has been released:

Feedback Patch Version 1.1 is OUT NOW!

We took your feedback and expanded the world of Drova with tons of new stuff!

Dear travelers of the Otherworld!

We’re happy to announce that we just released Content Patch Version 1.1! Since the release of the game we’ve been collecting and evaluating your feedback and build this version solely based on it. It was a super intense and exciting month for us - and at the same time we’re now curious how you’ll like it.

We've also prepared a six minute long Update video. Keep in mind the video is in German but of course we've got English subtitles!

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Mortismal Gaming reviewed Drova - Forsaken Kin:

Drova: Forsaken Kin - Review After 100%

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PC Gamer thinks Drova - Forsaken Kin is a hidden gem:

This Gothic-inspired RPG indie is shaping up to be my favourite hidden gem of 2024

Drova is a handcrafted pixel art RPG with more freedom than most of this year's big blockbuster RPGs.

I know I'm not alone in feeling a bit adrift post-Baldur’s Gate 3. No RPG since has offered the rewarding exploration of Larian’s modern classic, nor the satisfaction of developing a character from mangy loser into unstoppable powerhouse. So I approached Drova with unfair scepticism. This modest looking pixel art RPG released last month and has flown under the mainstream radar, though it's already amassed a strong cult following and a very busy subreddit. I’m not saying it’s the next Baldur’s Gate 3—far from it—but it rewards exploration and novel approaches to problem solving, which is more than can be said for any blockbuster RPG I've played this year.

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Couchpotato spotted a new patch for Drova - Forsaken Kin:

Patch 1.0.6 is live

Dear explorers of the Otherworld!

We have just released patch version 1.0.6. This contains various bug fixes and minor improvements.
Exactly 1 month ago we released Drova and a lot has happened in that time. Thanks to all of you. Thank you for your feedback, your kind words and for playing Drova.
We try to respond to all feedback, so please understand if we don't reply immediately. We try to read everything.

We are currently working on the feedback patch that will be released at the end of November.
We are looking forward to releasing it soon and are eagerly awaiting your feedback.

Have fun with Drova and have a nice weekend,
Just2D

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Patch 1.05 for Drova - Forsaken Kin has been released:

Roadmap & Patch 1.0.5 Released

Let's talk about the future of Drova!

Dear explorers of the Otherworld!

Today we’ve got some news for you but let’s start with the new patch first.

We have released patch version 1.0.5.

It contains, once again, quite a few bugfixes and small improvements. We have also released a tool via Steam which allows you to create and share custom translations via the Steam Workshop. The tool is a separated download in Steam.

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C4G checked out Drova - Forsaken Kin:

Why is Drova Suddenly one of The BEST RPGs in 2024?

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RPGamer checked out Drova - Forsaken Kin:

Drova: Forsaken Kin Deep Look

The land of Drova is a realm of broken promises, lost hope, and squandered potential, which makes for an interesting place to traverse.

I shall be honest here. The Switch version of Drova: Forsaken Kin did little to impress me in its pre-release beta build.

To the contrary, there were graphical stuttering issues, unreadable signposts, counterintuitive control setups that had me canceling out of textboxes or disarming myself more often than not, and half a dozen crashes at the entrance to the woodcutters’ camp. Most notable was the incident where all of space and time outside of the Remnants’ encampment was lost to a bright pink liminal space with random, nonsensical elements of scenery, a Twilight-Zone-esque digital limbo that soon removed all NPCs (but not their gear) from existence and leaving just one enemy in a far-off corner for me to find and then die to. Following that demise, the auto-save left me stuck in a fixed position in a nearby encampment, unable to use thirteen of the game’s fourteen mapped button choices (the skill-swap button; completely useless). I was stuck that way, my character file effectively bricked, for three whole real-life days until the release date arrived with a first-day maintenance patch that freed my dude from the living limbo simulation.

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Splattercatgaming checked out Drova - Forsaken Kin:

A Gothic Inspired Dark Exploration RPG That Was Worth The Wait - DROVA

Mortismal Gaming checked out Drova - Forsaken Kin:

Check Out | Drova: Forsaken Kin

The Gamer Social Club reviewed Drova - Forsaken Kin:

Drova – Forsaken Kin: Review

Drova – Forsaken Kin, an indie CRPG, offers a rich, choice-driven narrative in a beautifully designed Norse-inspired world.

If you asked me to describe Drova – Forsaken Kin with one word it would be “deep”, since it aptly describes many elements of the game. As the maiden title from Just2D, a six person indie studio out of Germany, it is astonishing how much there is to do and see in its beautiful, Norse inspired world. After an engrossing 30 plus hour playthrough, with a story shaped by my choices and finishing with one of multiple endings, I am left to wonder what other stories are yet to be told, secrets to be found, and consequences to be faced. I think it is safe to say that Drova – Forsaken Kin has a great deal to offer, and nearly all of it is absolutely brilliant!

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Final Thoughts
Drova – Forsaken Kin is a fully realised, living world where you shape who you are as well as the world around you, a story that you can write again and again based on your decisions. The few flaws and bugs the game has are far outweighed by the cohesive nature of the game’s world and it’s mechanics. If you are a fan of cRPGs and similar games you must pick up Drova – Forsaken Kin.

Score: 8.5/10

The action RPG Drova - Forsaken Kin will be released today:

Drova - Forsaken Kin

Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.

You can follow a nonstop Drova - Forsaken Kin developer livestream on Twitch until release on October 15.

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Gematsu reports that the action RPG Drova - Forsaken Kin will be released on October 15:

Celtic mythology-inspired pixel art action RPG Drova: Forsaken Kin launches October 15 for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC

A handcrafted open world where your choices and actions shape the environment.

Celtic mythology-inspired pixel art action RPG Drova: Forsaken Kin will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam on October 15, publisher Deck13 Spotlight and developer Just2D announced.

Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:

Drova: Forsaken Kin is a pixel art action RPG inspired by the grim dark classics of the genre and the mystical allure of Celtic mythology. Dive into a handcrafted open world where your choices and actions shape the environment. A society has discovered the power of a dead empire: to capture the spirits that govern nature and rule over them instead. However, the anger of the remaining spirits divided them. Where will you stand?

Sheep or Shepherd, Find Your Ground

Join one of two factions, each with their own values and in pursuit of their own goals. Your choice will be relevant for the rest of the game and impact the entire story. Everything comes with a price. Meet teachers and learn numerous abilities, but expect foes and betrayals too.

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Thumbculture checked out Drova - Forsaken Kin:

Drova – Forsaken Kin – PC Preview

Drova – Forsaken Kin is an upcoming single-player, action-RPG adventure from game developers Just2d. It’s a souls-like action game with mysticism and grim undertones from Celtic mythology. Drova was first teased three years ago and is still being developed. It is set to be released sometime this year on PC. We were invited to take a close look at the game before release. Naturally, I jumped at the chance to go on a deep dive into the lands of Drova.

A Pixel RPG Game With Tonnes Of Soul
Do you like a challenge and love the souls-like genre? Is it not easy for you to buckle under the relentless weight of all the attacks thrown at you?? Following getting a good beating while playing Dark Souls & Elden Ring I’ve decided it’s not the genre for me. Let me know what your favourite game in this genre is in the comments below!

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If I knew we were camping I’d have brought more ghost stories!]

Gameplay
When getting started with the game you are welcomed with a basic character creator. Here you can customise your pixelated character who you’ll be guiding through these harsh lands. I chose a grizzled look in an attempt to look as badass as possible. I keep doing this hoping that in some future game AI enemies will start paying attention to my unhinged appearance and keep their distance. You are given the option to adorn yourself with a buff to make the game easier in some aspects. I chose a ring that granted more HP as this will be helpful when HP is taken ruthlessly with games like this.

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The action RPG Drova - Forsaken Kin has been announced for 2024 - a playtest will be available next month:

Drova - Forsaken Kin

Register now for the upcoming playtest!

In April we'll be doing a public playtest for Drova - and you can sign up now for a chance to get access!
It's announcement time!

Drova - Forsaken Kin has come a far way. After years of hard work, we're now getting to the final phase of development. And we want your feedback. To further improve our game. To get your thoughts. To give it the final polish. To create the diamond you deserve. And the diamond we want to release. That's why we'll be doing a Playtest via Steam.

We have unlocked the registrations now. You can sign up for it. The playtest will start around mid April, so you still have some time to sign up and to prepare yourself mentally for a grim dark world which has not exactly waited for your arrival. A world, while unwelcoming, yet in need of you.

The playtest will contain roughly 10 - 15 hours of gameplay. And you will be able to see a small part of the open world, interact with one of the factions, solve quests, fight monsters and meet characters who’ve got better things to do than to deal with you.

Sign up now! Put Drova on your wishlist! And prepare yourself.

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