Before diving into the details, I want to sincerely apologize for the long silence. The past few months have been overwhelming due to burnout and academic responsibilities. Balancing studies, personal well-being, and game development proved tougher than expected

Development Begins on Major 0.2 Update: Location Overhaul & Adventurer Progression

Work has officially started on the massive Version 0.2 update, which will focus heavily on reimagining the game’s locations and introducing new progression systems. Here’s a breakdown of what’s coming:

Tower Hub Overhaul

• Centralized Hub System: The fragmented floor hubs have been replaced with a unified Tower Hub, serving as the new social and logistical heart of the game.
• Floor Access Changes: Players must now interact with a dedicated Gatekeeper NPC to travel between floors, adding depth to exploration.

Adventurer’s Guild & Rank System

• Guild Headquarters: The Tower Hub now hosts the Adventurer’s Guild, a bustling hub for quests, rewards, and tower lore.
• Adventurer Ranks: A tiered ranking system (F to S+) reflects your reputation and strength within the tower.
  • Mandatory Initiation: All players must complete the First Rank Trial to progress.
  • Optional High-Rank Trials: Pursue higher ranks through grueling Conquest Quests, unlocking exclusive perks and prestige.

New Quest Ecosystem

• Quest System Expansion: A revamped quest framework introduces side quests, multi-stage storylines, and repeatable Guild missions.
• Trial Quests: Rank-up missions feature custom challenges, including:
  • Unseen enemy variants and mechanics.
  • Exclusive non-story zones for exploration.
  • Guaranteed rewards: Skill Books (rank-specific abilities) and Soul Essences (permanent stat boosts).

Guild Functions & Rewards

The Adventurer’s Guild isn’t just for glory—it’s a key resource for:

• Earning currency and rare crafting materials.
• Uncovering tower secrets, monster weaknesses, and hidden lore.
• Tracking your legacy as a rising (or legendary) figure in the tower’s hierarchy.

Release Timeline: Version 0.2 is still in development, but expect teasers and beta snippets soon!

This update aims to deepen immersion, reward exploration, and give players more ways to carve their unique path through the tower. Stay tuned for more details! 🗡️🏰