Update 1.550

- Fixed ceiling gap issue in Spider's Lair
- Added glowing hints on walls in Spider's Lair to remind new players to Warp and use Sight
- Fixed floor blocking issue in Library on second visit
- Added wasps to strange orb in passage


I don't anticipate any issues with saved games and the newest update... BUT IT'S POSSIBLE... so
please consider backing up your save game before starting new update.

If you are in a current playthrough and would prefer not to risk losing any progress with the new update...
you always have the option of turning Steam updates OFF for a particular game.
Also, might be a good idea to back up your "SaveGames" folder located in your users directory (see below)

C:\Users\YourUserName\AppData\Local\Vampirem\Saved\SaveGames

* Your users directory may be different but the above should give you an idea where to look
** Some OPTION settings may have changed with new update. (check options if you need to change anything back)

Vampirem Released Today! (Leaves Early Access)

After over 20 updates in EA... Vampirem is officially released!

Personally I think its one of my best games to date and had a lot of fun making it. It was just supposed to be a smaller game to work on after working for 5 years on Bloodlust. Promised myself 9 months max - but that never seems to work out, lol... and turned into a little bigger project (closer to a year and half of development) Hope others will enjoy it and find it fun too.

Also, Thank you to everyone who left a review. It's always fun to hear the experiences of players. (and helps other potential players find out more about the game)

- Add option to DISABLE Double Tap direction keys (wasd) to Dodge in same direction. (Still have ability to bind any key to specific dodge key)

Vampirem will be leaving Early Access very soon!

Wanted to thank everyone who purchased in EA and especially thank you to those who left a review.
It really helps when others share their experience with a review. Unfortunately Vampirem still sits without a score due to the low number of reviews (10 reviews from purchased copies req)
So if anyone feels like sharing their experience... Much appreciation and thanks!

- Optimized basket and barrel debris
- Added Shadow Optimization option
- Added Raven's text reponses to "minimized NPC dialog option"
- Added additional library cut scene when entering library after completed game

- added worm traps to chests
- added wall of creepy hands in Shadows Throne
- added new secret area with elaborate door in Cave to Castle area

- Modified Spider Lair
- Diamonds can be inserted into Equipment
- Snakes can be found inside Barrels
- Modified (easier to find boss) and Fixed Issue (bypassing boss) in Shadows Throne Area
- Fixed Ability to leave map Issue in Library area

- Socketed Rubys have a 10% chance (stacks) to cause explosion, causing extra damage to ONLY enemy.
- Socketed Emeralds have a 10% chance (stacks) to emit poison gas, hurting ONLY enemy.
- Socketed Sapphires have a 10% chance (stacks) to emit extra essence.
- Fixed issue with jewel icon and tool tip not being removed when exiting inventory

- Added 3 New Skill Strike Animations (Flip, Spin, Slam)
- Changed how Skill Strikes are activated (Press Q and RMB x ?) to do strikes (see skills for exact key combos)
- Fixed issue where enemies did not move in Passage1 (Targo's Tunnel)
- Modifications to Spider Lair
- Added ability to insert Rubies into Equipment

- fixed tombs no longer say "press E to unlock" if rebound to something else
- fixed "use less essence" skill (now actually works)
- fixed text... you have essence cystals in your inventory press R to recharge (even if you rebound r to something else)
- fixed L key will no longer cause issue