24 Feb 2021Developer post

Major Update - Harvester Patch (update 1.06)

A major update for Stirring Abyss is now available, introducing a new enemy type and new maps. Check out the full changelog. MEET THE HARVESTER It approaches in silence, lurking in the twilight zone where the electric glow of their lamps is drowned out by the eternal darkness of

28 Oct 2020Developer post

Stirring Abyss Traits Sneak Peek

It is only one day now until Stirring Abyss arrives and that means that it will soon be time to unleash the eldritch upon humanity. Before that happens however, there is time to brief you on some of the powerful traits that can be had in Stirring Abyss. Powerful skills and mutati

It is only one day now until Stirring Abyss arrives and that means that it will soon be time to unleash the eldritch upon humanity. Before that happens however, there is time to brief you on some of the powerful traits that can be had in Stirring Abyss. Powerful skills and mutations can only truly shine when cleverly combined with the right traits. Today, we will be discussing some of these possibilities.

Sadist:
Ruining the very essence of your enemy’s minds with eldritch skills seems like an excellent idea. But the toll it takes on your mind may be too much to bear. That is where sadist trait comes in. It generates sanity for every kill you make, allowing you to tow the fine line between deadly force combatant and mental ward patient more easily.

Swift and Ruthless:
Your close combatant expert needs two things. To close on their target swiftly and to really put that hurt in. This is where the swift and ruthless traits can bridge the gap. Swift increases your movement speed, allowing you to close in on your target with terrifying speed. While ruthless increases your critical chance with a melee weapon, ensuring those close encounters are also fatal encounters.

Sturdy and Masochist:
Sturdy personnel take a lot more punishment than most as they enjoy extra hit points. Those extra hit points don’t just have to mean that you will live a little longer if that person is also a Masochist. The Masochist delights in the pain they take and have a chance to reduce the cooldowns of all of their abilities as the punishment they receive rises. Turn that damage into additional power that could save you in a desperate situation by combining these traits.

Lab Rat:
The lab rat enjoys a boost when using all medical supplies. This can really stretch rare and critical resources out for much longer than you otherwise would be able to. Considering half the battle is the battle against dwindling supplies, the Lab Rat may be a welcome addition to any party of divers. There may even be abilities out there that further draw out the Lab Rats true power…

There are many more traits to discover in Stirring Abyss. We hope you enjoyed this sneak peek into some of our favourites. There are also many more powerful combinations to discover. Plan your characters carefully and bring out their true abilities in Stirring Abyss, out tomorrow on the 29th of October.

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23 Oct 2020Developer post

Stirring Abyss Skills and Items Sneak Peek

Stirring Abyss hasn’t got long to go as we gear up for the release on the 29th of October . Before that happens, let’s have a sneak peek into some of the exciting skills and items you can obtain and use in the game. Careful item and skill use will be the cornerstone of any surviv

16 Oct 2020Developer post

Stirring Abyss mutations sneak peek

Stirring Abyss will be coming to you soon on the 29th of October . However, that doesn’t mean that you have to wait to get a sneak peek into some of its exciting features. Today we will be looking at some of the dark, profane, nebulous or even totally abhorrent mutations that you

Stirring Abyss will be coming to you soon on the 29th of October. However, that doesn’t mean that you have to wait to get a sneak peek into some of its exciting features. Today we will be looking at some of the dark, profane, nebulous or even totally abhorrent mutations that you can acquire in Stirring Abyss. Remember, when you stare too deeply into the void, the void may stare back into you.

Abyssal Grasp
Transfigured by a blasphemous force, the body sprouts a writhing tentacle that grabs the target in a crushing embrace and pulls it to an adjacent tile. You will also gain the ability to strike out at your enemies with a tentacle strike. It may not have much edge, but it has a lot of power.

Colony
The diving suit is invaded by a teeming swarm of small predatory invertebrates, bound in symbiosis to the host. Enemies around the diver take damage at the end of your turn. You can also command the swarm to attack a specific target, disorienting it and dealing damage to it at the end of its turn. The Passive effect is disabled while the swarm is away doing your bidding.

Crusher Strike
You'll never need a can opener again, but you will also never be able to perform attacks of opportunity or to use Spearguns with your giant, club-like hands.

Dark Reflection
Anger, fear and hatred given form. Reach into your dark emotions and summon a reflection of yourself at the target location. The reflection acts autonomously, attacking enemies using the stats of the diver’s melee attack and inflicting an additional slowing effect on its victims.

Macabre Gluttony
The flesh of the newly deceased retains a vestige of its purpose, a ripe fruit ready to surrender its secrets to rending teeth. Rend Flesh, devour a corpse and ingest the power contained within. Different corpses might have different effects.

There are many more exciting mutations coming in Stirring Abyss and we hope this brief peek into the darkness is illuminating for you. Get a hold of gameplay and feel the pressure only an entire ocean can bring on the 29th of October.

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06 Oct 2020Developer post

Stirring Abyss is out October 29th

Stirring Abyss is crawling out of darkness this month . This indie gem filled with Lovecraftian fear is releasing October 29th so steel your resolve for the tests to come. The devs are working really hard to provide you with the best survival horror experience. Get ready for: Cos

12 Aug 2020Developer post

Bestiary || Part Two

The first bestiary post introduced you to Scyphozoas, Burst Pods, Murkfiends and Spineskulkers. This bestiary episode unveils more Lovecraftian abominations you'll face in Stirring Abyss: masters of psychic powers, corrupted creatures, and amorphous beings lurk in the dark and ca

15 Jul 2020Developer post

Bestiary || Part One

Meet the Lovecraftian abominations of Stirring Abyss , the upcoming squad tactics game inspired by the short story The Temple . In Stirring Abyss you take charge of the surviving crew of the USS Salem, a U.S. Navy submarine that sinks while on a top-secret research mission during

Meet the Lovecraftian abominations of Stirring Abyss, the upcoming squad tactics game inspired by the short story The Temple.

In Stirring Abyss you take charge of the surviving crew of the USS Salem, a U.S. Navy submarine that sinks while on a top-secret research mission during the early years of the Cold War. The entire game is set in deep waters, which means you need to face terrible underwater creatures during your journey.

SCYPHOZOA

The Scyphozoa is the first enemy you meet in Stirring Abyss. In order to survive the depths of the sea, it developed unseen before attacks based on electricity. Deflate it with a speargun and your crew will be okay, and don't let it come too close.

A Smack of Scyphozoas. Spearguns can attack multiples enemies in line of sight.

BURST POD

The Burst Pod doesn't like to be disturbed. When anyone tries to attack it, it explodes causing damage to everyone (or everything) in the surroundings. It doesn't know enemy nor friends. It just stands, maintaining the same posture until it gets provoked.

Splayed open, all that remains of the bulging pod are the shreds of a thin but tough shell strung between supporting spines.

MURKFIEND

The Staggering Roar of a Murkfiend is one of the most threatening sounds your crew will ever hear, and it doesn't help your divers' nerves. Taking down this strong Lovecraftian abomination may take a while. Make sure not to leave one of your divers alone with a Murkfiend and try not to get too close: this species is a master of melee attacks.

SPINESKULKERS

Beware of Spineskulkers: they are masters of poisoned darts and they are experts of hiding in the shadows. Their long-ranged attacks can heavily damage your divers' health if you can't take them out in time. They should be a high priority target for the surviving members of your crew.

Three divers facing a group of Spineskulkers and Murkfiends. Divers can make Burst Pods explode to damage other enemies.

APPLY FOR THE BETA

Answer the call of the Great Old Ones: Stirring Abyss is looking for beta testers. Apply now and join the Discord Server to support the development.

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05 Jun 2020Developer post

Stirring Abyss - Beta Call

Answer the call of the Great Old Ones: Stirring Abyss is looking for beta testers. Apply now and join the Discord Server to support the development. ABOUT STIRRING ABYSS Stirring Abyss is an indie tactical squad-based game with strong RPG elements in which you uncover the ancient

28 May 2020Developer post

Stirring Abyss - Announced

We're proud to announce our partnership with Sleepy Sentry in the development of Stirring Abyss, the second indie title to be published under the newly launched K-Project label. Stirring Abyss is a tactical squad-based game with strong RPG elements and a Lovecraftian narrative. T

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Stirring Abyss Changelog v1.06.01

Major Update - Harvester Patch (update 1.06)

MEET THE HARVESTER

NEW MAPS

Stirring Abyss - free demo

Stirring Abyss - v1.05

Stirring Abyss - v1.03

Stirring Abyss - v1.02

Stirring Abyss - v1.01.00

Stirring Abyss is out now

Stirring Abyss Traits Sneak Peek

Stirring Abyss Skills and Items Sneak Peek

Stirring Abyss mutations sneak peek

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Stirring Abyss is out October 29th

Bestiary || Part Two

VESSEL

VOIDSPAWN

STALKING TENTACLE

FATHOM SEER

Bestiary || Part One

SCYPHOZOA

BURST POD

MURKFIEND

SPINESKULKERS

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Stirring Abyss - Beta Call

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