Stellar Watch

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14 Oct 2024Developer post
Next Fest demo just dropped!
Welcome to Next Fest! Ready to play a rotating tower defense where you can adjust turret defenses in real-time? What's New? Starship You can now pick any starship you’ve unlocked to start a new journey in "Ranger" mode. Starships have upgradeable items. Each starship has its own
Welcome to Next Fest! Ready to play a rotating tower defense where you can adjust turret defenses in real-time?
What's New?
Starship

You can now pick any starship you’ve unlocked to start a new journey in "Ranger" mode.
Starships have upgradeable items.
Each starship has its own recycle efficiency.
Combat

Added variety to enemy spawning patterns.
And new enemy, of course.
What's Changed?
Balance

Fixed an issue where certain enemy body parts shouldn’t collide with starships.
[Nerf] Missile: reduced AOE range.
UI

Reworked difficulty mode selections.
Replaced the recycle button icon for better clarity.
Quality of Life

You can now opt in or out of tutorials.
Reduced starship rotation inertia.
You can now dismiss upgrade/transform guidance by clicking, instead of waiting.
Made in-game sound effect clearer (louder).
Performance
Improved resource usage for animations.
Look Back
Stellar Watch has been playable in its alpha/demo state for a year now. We’ve met incredible players and developers, both online and offline, from around the world. This helped us turn our design philosophy into practice, and we learned how to:

Strip away as much grinding as possible and get straight to the fun parts. (Yay!)
Maintain a minimalist style by minimizing information on screen while still providing just enough for players to make strategic decisions. (The most challenging one!)
Introduce mechanics gradually at the right pace, avoiding overwhelming players at the start.
Make a tower defense game playable by gamepad.
We've learned a lot, and this game is far from perfect. If you’ve ever played the demo, please share your feedback with us. We look forward to making Stellar Watch an even more exciting game for its upcoming full release.
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16 Aug 2024Developer post
BIC 2024 & Demo 2.11
We are happy to meet the community popularized eSports with our latest version! What's New? Localization - Now supports Korean and Brazilian Portuguese. What's Changed? Balance Carrier - Now it costs dark matter to launch interceptors. Delay enemy spawn time to allow better prepa
We are happy to meet the community popularized eSports with our latest version!
What's New?
Localization - Now supports Korean and Brazilian Portuguese.
What's Changed?
Balance

[Nerf] Carrier - Now it costs dark matter to launch interceptors.
Delay enemy spawn time to allow better preparation.
UI

Tutorial - Added hints for Recycle, Transform, Upgrade.
Performance

Optimized multi-language font assets
Bug Fixes

Fixed connection failures of Prism thermal lances when the number of Prism drones is high.
Fixed random glitches in enemy paths when deploying drones.
Fixed anti-aliasing issues in combat mode.
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29 Jul 2024Developer post
New Fest, New Mode, New Drone
Happy Tower Defense Fest! We are so excited to meet more tower defense lovers! What's New? Game Modes This is a long-awaited feature. Among all the feedback we received from events we have attended, players want different challenge levels! Now we have 3 different modes. Explorer:
Happy Tower Defense Fest! We are so excited to meet more tower defense lovers!
What's New?
Game Modes
This is a long-awaited feature. Among all the feedback we received from events we have attended, players want different challenge levels! Now we have 3 different modes.

Explorer: for casual players who want to have a relaxed tower defense experience. With additional resources, explore the universe at your own pace.
Defender: standard Stellar Watch gameplay.
Ranger: for players seeking more challenges, starship(s) receive permanent damages. Plan your every move carefully!
New Drone
Welcome Minelayer! A drone that periodically deploys explosive mines. It's time to build some traps!
What's Changed?
Balance

[Nerf] Spinner: Reduced damage.
Restructured all drones' upgrade paths.
And as always, your feedback is invaluable to us for future improvements. Enjoy the new patch!
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25 Mar 2024Developer post
Demo 2.9 Patch Notes
What's New? Enemy Variants We've introduced new enemy variants to enrich your gameplay experience. Limiting RNG While randomness still plays a crucial role in gameplay, we've now constrained the level difficulty variance. Although levels can range from easy to quite challenging a
What's New?
Enemy Variants
We've introduced new enemy variants to enrich your gameplay experience.
Limiting RNG
While randomness still plays a crucial role in gameplay, we've now constrained the level difficulty variance. Although levels can range from easy to quite challenging across different playthroughs, the difficulty will no longer swing from trivial to nearly impossible. This change ensures a fairer and more consistent challenge within a predefined difficulty range.
What's Changed?
Balance

Drones: Introduced a brief invincibility period after taking damage, giving players a short respite to recover or reposition.
[Nerf] Missile: We've reduced the damage caused by direct missile hits, balancing its impact in gameplay.
Tutorial

New players will now see highlighted information on transformable and upgradable drones, making it easier to understand these key game features from the start.
Quality of Life

Graphics Controls: Added options for windowed/fullscreen modes and screen resolution settings, allowing for a more customized visual experience.
Gamepad Clarity: For those using gamepads, it's now clearer which drone you're selecting, improving the interface's intuitiveness.
Aiming for a More Refined Experience With these updates, our goal is to enhance your journey through the game, making each session more enjoyable and less frustrating. We're excited for you to dive into the updated game, and as always, your feedback is invaluable to us for future improvements. Happy gaming!
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24 Jan 2024Developer post
Taipei Game Show 2024 & Demo 2.8
We're thrilled to return to the Taipei Game Show! With valuable feedback from our community and to welcome new players, we've implemented several key updates to enhance your gaming experience. What's New? Stasis Vision Mode Recognizing the need for strategic pauses in the heat of
We're thrilled to return to the Taipei Game Show! With valuable feedback from our community and to welcome new players, we've implemented several key updates to enhance your gaming experience.
What's New?
Stasis Vision Mode
Recognizing the need for strategic pauses in the heat of battle, we're introducing the Stasis Vision mode. Now, you can temporarily halt the game to view all drone attack ranges and enemy positions. This feature is designed to help you recalibrate and devise the best possible strategy on the fly.
What's Changed?
Balance

[Buff] Prism: Price reduction to make it a more accessible option in your arsenal.
[Nerf] Carrier: Increased replenish time to balance its powerful impact on gameplay.
[Nerf] Missile: Slightly reduced attack range to maintain fair play and challenge.
UI

The drone deployment info panel now displays unlocked transformable and/or upgradable drones, allowing quicker and more informed decisions about drone deployment.
Enhanced clarity of pause menu buttons for better navigation.
Added a "Resume" button in the pause menu to prevent accidental game restarts.
Performance

Optimized main menu and pause menu button animations for a smoother interface experience.
Quality of Life

Added sound effects (SFX) hints for speed up mode, enhancing the overall game feel.
Tutorial Revamp

Reworked tutorial sections related to drone transformation and upgrades for a more intuitive and seamless introduction to these game mechanics.
We hope these updates make your experience with Stellar Watch more enjoyable and engaging. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we're committed to continuously improving the game. See you at the Taipei Game Show!
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15 Dec 2023Developer post
DreamHack Atlanta with Demo 2.7
We are thrilled to be back in Atlanta since MomoCon 2023. Stellar Watch has undergone many changes, and we're eager to hear your thoughts! What's Changed? Balance Enemies now drop more dark matter Reworked Starship rotation speeds and initial stats for better gameplay dynamics UI
We are thrilled to be back in Atlanta since MomoCon 2023. Stellar Watch has undergone many changes, and we're eager to hear your thoughts!
What's Changed?
Balance

Enemies now drop more dark matter
Reworked Starship rotation speeds and initial stats for better gameplay dynamics
UI

Dark Matter drops are now visibly indicated
Drones slightly recoil when hit by enemies for added realism
World map now displays tech names alongside their icons for better navigation
Gameplay

Enhanced visual cues for enemy parts that are invincible
The first few levels are faster-paced, offering a more engaging start (Note: The new version might have compatibility issues with old saved data)
Aesthetic

Reduced brightness of non-essential objects, sharpening your focus on the important elements of gameplay
Performance

Enjoy faster loading times transitioning from the world map to star selection
DreamHack Atlanta Special
The newest patch will be showcased at DreamHack Indie Select (Booth #33) and will also be available online on 12/15. As a special treat, don't miss the chance to collect exclusive drone pins at our booth. Your feedback is invaluable to us!
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20 Sep 2023Developer post
Tokyo Game Show 2023 & Demo 2.6 with Steam Deck Support
Hey fellow Watch! We are live at Tokyo Game Show! Big news! Today marks the start of the Tokyo Game Show, and we're honored to showcase Stellar Watch as part of the exclusive "Selected Indie 80" lineup. It's a dream come true! What's New? Game on with your controller & Steam
01 Sep 2023Developer post
Demo 2.5 is Out!
Big news! The latest Stellar Watch update is live. Over the past few months, we've been fine-tuning the user experience to engage both new players and keep our dedicated fans excited. We're Back With More Content! what's new? Hazards: Black holes are just the first taste in this
Big news! The latest Stellar Watch update is live. Over the past few months, we've been fine-tuning the user experience to engage both new players and keep our dedicated fans excited.
We're Back With More Content!
what's new?

Hazards: Black holes are just the first taste in this new pillar of our game mechanics!
Enemies: We're introducing enemies that add a fresh layer of strategy to the game.
Full Procedural Enemy Routes: We've moved from partially procedural to fully procedural generated enemy routes for unpredictable challenges.
New Ship: Brace yourself for a whole new ship to command!
What's Changed?

Visual Clarity: Each enemy now has clearer visuals and color-coded routes to help you adjust your tactics.
Revamped Tech Tree: Navigate through different drone systems with ease thanks to our revised layout.
PAX West Special
If you're at PAX West this week, come see our latest demo at PAX Rising Showcase area and collect some exclusive drone pins!
We owe our progress to your continued support. Stay tuned; we can’t wait to show you what’s next!
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28 Jul 2023Developer post
Stellar Watch is Heading to PAX West with a Fresh Demo and Goodies
Hey fellow Watch! We've got some thrilling news to share! Stellar Watch is rocketing its way into this year's PAX West ! We're over the moon to announce that we've been selected as one of just twelve indie games awarded a free booth at the convention, as part of the PAX Rising sh
03 Jul 2023Developer post
Patch 0.2.2 Notes
What's new? Need for Speed Now introducing a 2x game speed option for those who crave fast-paced action! BGM You asked, we "listened"! Enjoy the fresh, in-game music. What's changed? Quality of Life Revamped tech UI: Increased or decreased stats are now highlighted, making compar
What's new?
Need for Speed
Now introducing a 2x game speed option for those who crave fast-paced action!
BGM
You asked, we "listened"! Enjoy the fresh, in-game music.
What's changed?
Quality of Life

Revamped tech UI: Increased or decreased stats are now highlighted, making comparisons simpler.
Improved UI clarity: When a new tech requires transformation from an existing one, it's now displayed more distinctly.
Localization
We've broadened our horizons! Traditional Chinese is now supported.
Your feedback fuels our passion to improve the game. Keep it coming, and enjoy these new updates in Stellar Watch!
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02 Jun 2023Developer post
Patch 0.2.1 Notes
Hello fellow Watch, We're back with another update, fine-tuning your experience and addressing some balance issues along with quality of life improvements. We've carefully studied your feedback and made changes accordingly. Here's what's new and changed: Balance Changes Spinner:
Hello fellow Watch,
We're back with another update, fine-tuning your experience and addressing some balance issues along with quality of life improvements. We've carefully studied your feedback and made changes accordingly. Here's what's new and changed:
Balance Changes

[Nerf] Spinner: Attack range decreased.
[Nerf] Laser: Attack range decreased.
Quality of Life Improvements

Tech Description: To assist with strategic decisions, we've added tech descriptions for each attainable star. This makes the information more accessible for players when deciding which path to choose.
Spaceship Thrust: We've made the spaceship thrust more visible, helping you identify your rotation direction more easily.
Ship Yard: To reduce confusion, the Ship Yard is now enabled only when you own more than one ship.
We'd like to take a moment to express our gratitude for your invaluable feedback received at MomoCon, on YouTube, and on the forums. Your input is vital to us and directly contributes to the ongoing refinement of Stellar Watch. For more discussions, join us on our Discord server. Or feel free to email us at: contact (at) stellarwatch (dot) gg
Happy gaming!
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17 May 2023Developer post
Demo 2.0 is Out!
Hi everyone, Our updated demo is now live on Steam and it's packed with new features and enhancements. Our primary goal was to provide players with more crucial information, thus facilitating better decision-making, all while maintaining a consistent aesthetic. What's new? Ship Y
Hi everyone,
Our updated demo is now live on Steam and it's packed with new features and enhancements. Our primary goal was to provide players with more crucial information, thus facilitating better decision-making, all while maintaining a consistent aesthetic.
What's new?
Ship Yard
New ships are now unlockable! Each one with its unique HP, dark matter, turn speed, and formation.
Tech Tree
Now, you can track the techs you've unlocked during your journey. This feature will aid in making strategic decisions when choosing routes.
Drone Information Panel
Quickly determine which drone to deploy next. For the tactics enthusiasts, we've included detailed stats.
What's changed?
Tutorial
We've reworked the tutorial to keep it concise yet more informative for new players entering the Stellar Watch universe.
Mods Animation
Updated animations enable players to understand the current status of drones with certain mods equipped.
Balance

[Buff] Missile: AOE range increased.
[Buff] Pulse - Ricochet Mod: Increased probability of jumping to nearby enemies.
[Nerf] All Level 2 Drones: Increased cost.
[Nerf] Missile - Cluster Mod: Decreased attack range of hot-launched missiles.
[Buff] Spinner: Increased rotation speed.
[Buff] Carrier: Increased interceptors' fire rate.
Quality of Life

Brightness: We've introduced adjustable brightness settings to enhance your gaming comfort
Combat Slow Motion: While choosing drones to deploy, upgrade, or sell, we've slightly reduced the game speed to prevent unexpected enemy hits when resuming normal speed.
Combat Warning Line: Instead of just appearing, the warning line now grows from the enemy's spawning point towards the ship, providing clearer visual cues for approaching enemy lines, especially during multi-line waves.
Thank you everyone for your valuable feedback. You are the ones making this game better.
Now let's keep playing!
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