Important: DEVIATOR Early Access FAQ

[长颈鹿首精]

Hello friends! DEVIATOR launched in Early Access (EA) on Steam as of 11 AM Beijing time on August 2nd. You can enjoy a 10% discount for the first two weeks. Don't miss out!

We acknowledge that the current version has many issues, and we hope to gather your feedback and suggestions through this EA period to gradually improve and update the game, ultimately delivering the best possible experience.

Deviator Discord Server: discord.gg/BwB8cetRUd


1. How much content is available in the EA version?
The game is currently in Early Access. Without considering full collection, the initial experience for the current version is around 5-7 hours. The full version is expected to take 10-15 hours, with more side quests, collectible elements, and game modes that will require more time to complete. Also, multiple endings can be experienced in the full version.

2. How can I report bugs or provide feedback during my gameplay?

You can report bugs via this google form link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1brHBPyLVKleWgSLNmzJnGXINdTxGvhwXHGM8EAXJYJE/edit?hl=zh-cn

or by joining our official Discord. We greatly appreciate your help!
Therefore, the current EA version still has some known issues, such as:
- Temporary missing sound effects
- Temporary disappearing UI
- Glitchy monsters (e.g., walking backwards, bodies landing in strange places, etc.)
- Slow loading times
- Brief joystick malfunctions
Most issues can be resolved by restarting the game. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused.

3. Can you share the future update plans for the game?
From EA to the full release, we have a long way to go. On a smaller scale, we will gradually update features like Steam achievements and trading cards, and add boss challenge modes, rune-enhanced boss challenge modes, and fun challenging levels. Our main focus is to complete the full game content. Several major areas of the full version are already visually built, but the levels, details, new bosses, monsters, runes, and skills still need continuous refinement. As shown in the update plan below, we have listed the areas, expansions, bosses, runes etc. that we plan to update. If time permits, we will add more content. Please give us time, and we will keep working on it.
(Road Map)

4. Will there be Steam achievements and trading cards?
We plan to add them in future updates.

5. Does the game support custom keybindings for keyboard and controller?
Yes, the game currently supports custom keybindings. You can change the key settings if you find the default layout uncomfortable.

6. What languages does the game support?
The EA version supports Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and English. The full version will also support at least these three languages. We will consider adding more languages based on community feedback.

7. Will the price increase when the full version is released?
Given the increased content and experience, a higher price is reasonable for the full version. We plan to raise the price when the full version is released, but this will not affect players who purchase the game during the EA phase.

8. Can I play the game on Steam Deck?
Although the game has not yet received official Steam Deck verification, it can currently be played on the device. Due to the lack of dedicated performance optimization, you may encounter some slow loading times or crashes. We will continue to optimize the Steam Deck experience.

9. Will there be a Mac version in the future?
Currently, we do not have plans to develop a Mac version. If there is a high demand from the community, we will consider it.

10. Will there be console versions in the future?
Our priority is to ensure a great experience on the PC. Porting to PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch will require additional time and resources. As an indie team with limited resources, we will focus on perfecting the PC version first before starting console ports.

Thank you for your support!

[Haydrion Rayel]

It runs very smootly on Rog Ally on High settings. Great game ! Love the level design, gameplay, parry system is great. On PC it runs also smootly (intel graphics) Love the game !

[johnie89]

Not working on my Steam Deck, crashes on main menu about 3 seconds after the music starts.

[kliewer2281]

Originally posted by johnie89:

Not working on my Steam Deck, crashes on main menu about 3 seconds after the music starts.

same on my Steam Deck Oled

[BigSmo]

Game is unplayable on Steam Deck OLED, it crashes on launch.

Devs, maybe should correct this statement, as it's not true? :

"8. Can I play the game on Steam Deck?
Although the game has not yet received official Steam Deck verification, it can currently be played on the device. Due to the lack of dedicated performance optimization, you may encounter some slow loading times or crashes. We will continue to optimize the Steam Deck experience."

[CB9TOIIIA]

Completed All game on Steam Deck LCD. The funniest thing is that on my PC i7-4770K and RTX 3060 the game crashed :))

[Luxyfluxy]

Hey, can you make it so that when I want to stop playing/ exit the game, I don't have to go to a save point to save my progress? Is there a way you save me in the room I am at, or save me at the last checkpoint?

[m.kern90]

LOVE THIS GAME , ADDED IT TO MY LIST OF GREAT METROIDVANIAS...as should you all ;)

[kuvrilkhem]

To the devs of Deviator:
The "last" boss fight in EA is broken. The parrying isn't working correctly, the dash mechanic isn't working correctly and the attack isn't working either. Sometimes I get stuck just standing there, unable to move while this jerkoff ARs me. Quite frustrating. The way it is currently, it's unplayable. The hit box is BS on this guy. The character is a g'damn MILE away after you parry his attack and the counter doesn't even touch him. Also, when you parry and it doesn't work, you just get stuck right over the character and it sucks the health right out of you. SUPER frustrating. If you're going for just frustrating people, it's perfect. I can't play any longer until it's fixed. Please fix, I want to play more!

[kuvrilkhem]

Personally, I couldn't care less about Steam achievements and trading cards. I prefer more in-game content over everything else. Any updates on full release?

[Vavadix]

Will there be other achievements?

[Benji]

Hey team, when will the issue with unity cashing on steam deck oled be fixed? cant get past file screen

[Eclipse Highroller]

Game doesn’t work on steam deck, please remove the part of your notes that says it does