Wish Me Well

Released: Feb 16, 2026
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Last updated: 14 Sep 2026, 01:22 GMT

Updates & announcements

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08 Jun 2026Developer post
Bullet Fest and a sneak peek
Hello, Wizards! Today marks the start of Steam Bullet Fest and we're a part of it! This means a small game update and a biggest discount yet, 20%! We'd like to also take this opportunity to welcome all the new players. Together you could build the Unseen University of over 2000 w
03 Apr 2026Developer post
[v. 0.8.1.01] First (Big) Early Access Update!
Hello wizards! Update v. 0.8.1.01 is live! Our main focus for this update was improving and refining existing systems so we have a stronger foundation for future content. Some systems have been reworked, a few new mechanics appeared and a lot of smaller changes. Reworks Plus item
Hello wizards!
Update v. 0.8.1.01 is live!
Our main focus for this update was improving and refining existing systems so we have a stronger foundation for future content. Some systems have been reworked, a few new mechanics appeared and a lot of smaller changes.
Reworks
Plus items
Plus items definitely needed some love. Our goal was for them to feel like something special and something to look for. Instead, they could show up in normal chests and upgrading basic items was a bit too difficult.
So what's changing?
Upgrading will be easier. You'll now need 2 scrolls instead of 3.
You'll start the run with more inventory space.
Normal chests will no longer spawn Plus items. (But maybe other chests will… who knows? 👀)
When using Hand of Greed, a basic item will now swap only into another basic item and can no longer turn into a Plus item.
Plus items can't be swapped for now.
Loot
So far we've given you a lot of loot on every level so you could start experimenting with weapon crafting very quickly. And you’ve created some amazing builds that let you clear levels fast.
We still want you to have that feeling!
However, the current system makes it harder for us to add new levels and expand the game. So, to give you more meaningful choices and prepare for future content:
During level selection, you'll see how many scrolls can be found on that level. What will be better? A new passive and 1 scroll, or money and 3 scrolls?
We've also tried to reduce RNG a bit and improve how item types are offered. For example, you should have better chances to e.g. get a projectile if your build needs one.
Parasite Trigger
The previous version was unusable, confusing and even buggy (it spawned only on enemy death). We want to give you a tool you can actually rely on.
It will spawn the next projectile after some time OR when an enemy dies.
It now RETARGETS to other enemies every time.
It deals some damage on release.
Enemies can have multiple parasites, so you'll trigger more projectiles.
We also added visual feedback so you can always see when parasites are active.
And bosses can have parasites now! 🐛
New mechanics
You can now upgrade player and weapon stats during a run after defeating bosses or on special levels (max mana, mana regeneration, chain length and reload time).
Mana is partially returned if projectiles fail to trigger.
Improved item information panel with clearer visuals, larger font, visible mana costs, upgrade indicators and modifier slot information.
Added an extra anti-freeze safety system for situations where extremely large numbers of projectiles are spawned.
Added new chest.
More feedback?
Thank you for all the suggestions and bug reports so far! They help us improve the game with every update.
If you'd like to share more feedback, feel free to post here on the Steam Community Hub or join our Discord:
discord.starrowcastles.com
CHANGELOG
v. 0.8.1.01
Changes:
Removed changing reload time with modifiers. It was an old design and didn't work well now (modifier changed weapon instead of projectile).
Berserk modifier is now a Berserk passive.
Better description for Whistle modifier.
Reload time change is now shown in seconds instead of percent.
Better level selection (more choices, less repetition).
Heal Room will now spawn after every boss (after unlocking).
Better performance for many projectiles and enemies.
Reduced Cloud projectile transparency.
Decreased Scatter projectile spread.
Increased Fire and Virus damage rate.
Decreased bonus reload time by Sweetener.
Improved first minutes of gameplay (no spiky or paid chests, easier level layouts and enemies).
Made Inkrab harder, better, faster, stronger (our work is never over).
Timer triggers will now trigger 2 times instead of 1.
Proximity triggers can now trigger multiple times.
Limited number of triggered projectiles per trigger (we know what you did with Cloud projectile).
Improved Piercing modifier (more piercing, less damage loss).
Added more modifiers slots for some projectiles.
Balanced economy (money loot, cost of items).
Enemies will have more hp in next biomes.
Fixes:
Don't swap item in Hand of Greed to the same item.
Don't shoot enemies outside rooms with knockback.
Hide interaction prompts on death.
Don't open pause menu when exiting minimap with Back button.
Fixed Eyes in the Back+ description and mana cost.
Fixed Prototype A didn't work with OnHit modifiers (e.g. FirstContact).
Fixed spawning Hand of Greed on walls.
Fixed Boomerang was actually working with Laser+ (although it shouldn't).
Fixed unlocking Survivor Start Setup.
Fixed uncontrollable projectiles behaviour when changing scrolls while projectiles are active.
Fixed pausing the game when opening Steam Overlay.
Fixed placing passages walls in each other or inside other passages.
~ Adrian | Starrow Castles
Original post
03 Mar 2026Developer post
[v. 0.8.0.07] Minor fixes
Hello wizards! Here's another small patch for the current version of the game. We are reading all your suggestions and with that we're working on a bigger release! CHANGELOG v. 0.8.0.07 New: Added fullscreen effect when you stay in an ink puddle. Fixes: Fixed displaying some inpu
Hello wizards!
Here's another small patch for the current version of the game.

We are reading all your suggestions and with that we're working on a bigger release!
CHANGELOG
v. 0.8.0.07
New:
Added fullscreen effect when you stay in an ink puddle.
Fixes:
Fixed displaying some input hints.
Fixed displaying boss intro and boss health bar on various resolutions.
Fixed laser black hole explosion invoking damage effects on player.
Fixed showing cost of an additional item in shop.
Improved Chinese font visibility.
Fixed exiting Upgrade Table with inventory [LB] button.
Fixed showing "0" new tokens over Hand of Greed.
~ Adrian | Starrow Castles
Original post
20 Feb 2026Developer post
[v. 0.8.0.06] Thank you! (and EA Release Fixes)
Hello wizards! Thank you! First of all, thank you so much for such a warm welcome. We're really excited that so many of you have played and enjoyed the game! We're especially grateful for all the positive reviews and kind words. We're doing our best to provide as much content as
Hello wizards!
Thank you!
First of all, thank you so much for such a warm welcome. We're really excited that so many of you have played and enjoyed the game! We're especially grateful for all the positive reviews and kind words.
We're doing our best to provide as much content as possible with as few bugs as possible, but as you may know, we're a two-person team, Thank you for being so understanding!
First patch
This first patch is all about giving you the best experience with the current content. You've started creating amazing builds that fill the entire screen and almost everyone asked about spell transparency. That's the main focus of this patch. You can see the rest of the changes in the changelog below :)
More suggestions?
Thank you for all your suggestions and bug reports! We're noting all of them.
If you'd like to share more, feel free to post here on Steam in Community Hub or join our Discord:
discord.starrowcastles.com
CHANGELOG
v. 0.8.0.06
New:
Added Spells Transparency option in Display Settings.
Added music for 3rd biome.
Balance:
Improved visibility of enemies in the 3rd biome.
Adjusted their movement and attack speed.
Fixes:
Fixed widescreen issues affecting the minimap, passive abilities and tutorial messages.
Fixed an issue where the Hand of Greed and Trash panels could be closed with the previous item (LB) button on gamepad
Fixed incorrect max mana increase value displayed in Trash
Fixed Trash UI resizing and hint sizes.
Fixed an issue where chests outside rooms could be opened multiple times
Fixed projectiles trail VFX scaling.
Fixed enemies in the 3rd biome landing in walls.
Fixed some walls in 3rd biome rooms.
Fixed teleporting to a secret room during fight.
Fixed showing get hit effects when player has shield.
~ Adrian | Starrow Castles
Original post
17 Feb 2026Developer post
[v. 0.8.0.05] Quick fix for Hand of Greed
There was a chance to completely destroy the weapon when using Hand of Greed quick enough. This patch fixes that and hopefully your wand won't break during the run! Sorry for the inconvenience! ~ Starrow Castles
03 Feb 2026Developer post
Early Access Release Date!
Hello, wizards! Prepare your wands, Wish Me Well launches in 2 weeks! If you've played the demo or joined playtests - thank you! Thanks to your help, we're ready to launch Wish Me Well in Early Access. If you haven't played the game, now's a great time to wishlist it and hit Foll
Hello, wizards!
Prepare your wands, Wish Me Well launches in 2 weeks!
If you've played the demo or joined playtests - thank you! Thanks to your help, we're ready to launch Wish Me Well in Early Access.
If you haven't played the game, now's a great time to wishlist it and hit Follow so you don't miss the launch and the launch discount!
What to expect at launch
Craft magical weapons using powerful scroll combinations and synergies.
Fight ink bosses (or die trying).
Unlock new content like items and dungeon rooms.
Easy-to-learn combat system
Procedurally generated levels for infinite replayability.
Launch details
Release: February 16, 2026 at 3 PM CET (UTC+1)
Price: $4.99
Launch discount: 10% for 9 days
Wishlist Wish Me Well and hit Follow - it helps more than you think and ensures Steam notifies you on release.
See you in the books!
~ Adrian | Starrow Castles
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19 Jan 2026Developer post
[v. 0.7.1.02] Quick demo fixes
Hello wizards! Some quick fixes for the demo - especially generating unplayable levels. We hope it doesn't keep you from beating those monsters anymore! This bug was found by one of our community members! We're very thankful that you want to help us create the best game for you.
Hello wizards!
Some quick fixes for the demo - especially generating unplayable levels. We hope it doesn't keep you from beating those monsters anymore!
This bug was found by one of our community members! We're very thankful that you want to help us create the best game for you. You can join the community too!

discord.starrowcastles.com
CHANGELOG
v. 0.7.1.02
New:
Added automatic pause on device disconnected and on press outside the game window.
Better UI on exit menu in pause menu.
Fixes:
Fixed possibility of generating overlapping rooms causing the level to be unplayable.
Fixed displaying text decorators in main menu.
Fixed blinking tutorial window when interacting with Hand of Greed.
Fixed projectiles spawning infinitely when shot close to an object.
~ Adrian
Original post
13 Jan 2026Developer post
Early Access & Demo Update
Hello wizards! The game is getting closer and closer to release! Early Access As you may have noticed, we decided to launch our game in Early Access. You can already test a lot of features in the game but we also have many ideas. We think that your further involvement in the proc
Hello wizards!
The game is getting closer and closer to release!
Early Access
As you may have noticed, we decided to launch our game in Early Access. You can already test a lot of features in the game but we also have many ideas. We think that your further involvement in the process of creating the game will allow us to create an even better game!
Demo changes
We're still updating our demo, so you can follow at least part of the progress.
CHANGELOG
v. 0.7.1.01
New:
New sound effects.
Added missing icons for scrolls.
Some projectiles can now have MORE modifiers.
You can now exit some interactions in the game with inventory button [Tab].
Slightly improved UI for upgrades in the Library.
Added some info about mana in the tutorial.
Added a small tutorial when first interacting with Hand of Greed.
Even better UI for story.
More chest types.
Added credits.
New weapon graphics!
New main menu!
Fixes:
There should be better options on level selection (also added an input hint).
Fixed opening minimap when other panels are opened.
Fixed displaying upgrades window in the Library for various resolutions.
An unreachable weapon modifier should now be more visible.
Fixed possibility of pressing Play multiple times in Main Menu which could freeze the game.
Fixed an issue where selecting some starting setups could break the game.
Other:
Further balance adjustments.
~ Adrian
Original post
12 Nov 2025Developer post
[v. 0.7.0.04] Teleporting, map and more weapon crafting
Hello wizards! Again we've gathered a lot of feedback since last update and we appreciate your input to our project! This time we come to you with some bigger changes. Take a look especially at the bolded ones! CHANGELOG v. 0.7.0.04 New: Added opening a minimap, zooming and movin
Hello wizards!
Again we've gathered a lot of feedback since last update and we appreciate your input to our project!
This time we come to you with some bigger changes. Take a look especially at the bolded ones!
CHANGELOG
v. 0.7.0.04
New:
Added opening a minimap, zooming and moving it
Added teleporting between rooms!
Healing room got new graphics and audio
New music in shop!
Added 6 new scrolls (projectiles and triggers)
Added new mechanic for swapping items. If you don’t like a modifier you can swap it to other random scroll by using tokens.
Added option for quicker build testing by shooting with inventory opened.
Balance:
Increased bosses’ difficulty
Projectiles now have max size and are better balanced with size-changing modifiers.
Improved Homing modifier
Decrease exploding enemy’s movement speed and explosion range.
Fixes:
Fixed UI layouts in many places (it could jump around or display one on another)
Fixed sprite sorting for bosses
Fixed Stream projectile visuals.
Fixed spawning next projectile with Immediate trigger from Laser - now it spawns at start like in other projectiles.
Other:
Clarified triggers working with new, multiple projectiles.
Bosses can now be slowed down with Ice modifier (but they’ll build resistance to it).
Do you also hear these voices in your head?
~ Adrian
Original post
22 Sep 2025Developer post
[v. 0.7.0.02] Quick fix
Hello wizards! Selecting start setups in the library could cause the game crash. Quick fix for it has been published. Sorry for the inconvenience! ~ Adrian
18 Sep 2025Developer post
Wonders of Wizardry Demo
Hey everyone! It's Wonders of Wizardry event on Steam and for this occasion we've got an updated demo for you! What's new? A lot has changed since the last demo version. Especially: You can now dash ! Inkrab (1st boss) got reworked You can fight the 2nd boss Lots of balance and f
Hey everyone!
It's Wonders of Wizardry event on Steam and for this occasion we've got an updated demo for you!
What's new?
A lot has changed since the last demo version. Especially:
You can now dash!
Inkrab (1st boss) got reworked
You can fight the 2nd boss
Lots of balance and fixes thanks to our AMAZING PLAYTESTERS!
Better VFXes
Plus items - you can now upgrade an item to have it's better version.
Start setups - select how you want to fight on start
Game Upgrades - unlock new rooms and interactions
Full controller support
... and more!
We want to thank you!
Many of those changes are thanks to you. I really hope that you didn't play or don't remember the very first version we published here. It's been a long way but thanks to your support it is a little easier.
It's still a project made only by the 2 of us - Adrian and Krzysztof. You, as a 3rd player here, mean a lot to us.
So, if you'd like to share anything with us, please join us on Discord for a quick chat:
https://discord.gg/4g4b5FWJgb
Have a great day!
~ Adrian
Original post
07 Jul 2025Developer post
Demo summary
Hey everyone! First of all, we want to say a huge THANK YOU for checking out our game and playing the demo! You've shared a lot of thoughts with us and it's really helping shape the game in exciting new ways. What's new? Thanks to your feedback we've added what so many of you ask
Hey everyone!
First of all, we want to say a huge THANK YOU for checking out our game and playing the demo!
You've shared a lot of thoughts with us and it's really helping shape the game in exciting new ways.
What's new?
Thanks to your feedback we've added what so many of you asked for — a quick movement ability triggered by a button to dodge threats (also called a DASH).
We are aware that the demo was too short. Rest assured, the upcoming release will feature a lot MORE SCROLLS to create even wilder builds. You'll be able to merge them, destroy them and unlock them in new ways.
The dungeon itself is also getting more interesting with new interactions coming from the UNLOCK TREE.
Join our Discord!
We're excited about what's coming and can't wait to share more with you soon!
In the meantime if you want to:
hear more about upcoming beta tests,
get insights about the development,
propose your ideas for weapon modifiers
you can join our Discord server:
https://discord.gg/4g4b5FWJgb
Have a great day!
- Adrian
Original post
28 May 2025Developer post
Wish Me Well Demo Available Now!
Hey everyone, The Wish Me Well demo is now live! We've been working on the feedback we've received from you as well as adding new features. We hope the demo version will encourage you to wait for more! If you enjoy our game and want to help us, join us on Discord! We'd love to he
22 Apr 2025Developer post
Traps and claws
Hey everyone! Another week, another set of updates from the dungeon! From deadly traps to sharpening Inkrab's claws , we've been busy making Wish Me Well even sharper. Let’s jump into what’s new! Watch your step... traps are here! We're starting to add environmental hazards, like
Hey everyone!
Another week, another set of updates from the dungeon! From deadly traps to sharpening Inkrab's claws, we've been busy making Wish Me Well even sharper. Let’s jump into what’s new!
Watch your step... traps are here!
We're starting to add environmental hazards, like spike traps and bomb traps. They're not just here for decoration — expect a few surprises (and explosions) as you explore!
Inkrab just got way cooler
Inkrab has leveled up with an awesome new entrance animation — we'll share it with you soon, once it’s fully polished!
On top of that:

He now has a proper fight-end animation.
You can finally deal damage to his tiny, adorable, flying rocket claws.
More visual clarity, more action
We’ve improved how scroll triggers are visualized. No more wondering if that scroll you just placed even works — now it’s much clearer when a new projectile will be fired.
Because of the recent changes to the aiming system, we also had to rebalance parts of the game. It should now feel more dynamic, more intense, and more fun. Expect enemies to come at you in waves!
Community shoutout
A huge thank you to Shiroze from Playful Playtests for recording a video playtest of our game on YouTube! Many of this week's tweaks were based on her feedback, and watching someone dive into our game gave us a real morale boost. Go check out her channel!
Other changes

[FIX] Scrolls for passives not displaying on the ground.
[FIX] Rooms revealing too late (or were you just afraid of the dark?).
[NEW] We’ve started working on more weapon modifiers!
Got a cool idea for a projectile, modifier, trigger, or passive? Let us know — we’re building a big list, and yours might make it into the game 👀
Thanks as always for following along!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2140310/Wish_Me_Well/
We Wish You Well,
Adrian & Krzysztof
Original post
14 Apr 2025Developer post
Say hello to the Shopkeeper!
Hey everyone! Another week, another batch of improvements! This time we had to say goodbye to one of our quirky mechanics. Read on to find out which one! Say hello to the Shopkeeper! There's a new face in the dungeon — a mysterious yet friendly shopkeeper. He’s got his own cozy l
Hey everyone!
Another week, another batch of improvements! This time we had to say goodbye to one of our quirky mechanics. Read on to find out which one!
Say hello to the Shopkeeper!
There's a new face in the dungeon — a mysterious yet friendly shopkeeper. He’s got his own cozy little spot now, complete with fancy doors. Just... don't ask how he ended up here.
New controls – more natural aiming
I had this weird vision of controling the game only with the keyboard — WASD for movement and arrows for shooting and UI. I mean, The Binding of Isaac does this, right?! I hoped it would make the game harder without turning it into bullet hell.
But you were right..
It was just clunky and frustrating, so we reworked it. Now you can play our game like any other NORMAL game with NORMAL controls.
Other changes

[NEW] Enemies now activate with a slight delay after entering a room — giving you a moment to assess the situation.
[NEW] Item info panel no longer uses built-in Unity graphics.
[NEW] Meta upgrades. You can now upgrade your starting damage, reload time reduction, bonus shields and number of inventory slots.
[FIX] Opening inventory while another UI panel is active.
Thanks for following along! We’re making steady progress every week and can’t wait to show you more soon.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2140310/Wish_Me_Well/
We Wish You Well,
Adrian & Krzysztof
Original post
07 Apr 2025Developer post
Thank you for playtesting!
Hello everyone! We just wanted to say a big thank you to everyone who's taken the time to playtest Wish Me Well and share their feedback with us 💚 You've given us a ton of great insights and we're already working on improvements. In fact, a few changes are already in the game! W
Hello everyone!
We just wanted to say a big thank you to everyone who's taken the time to playtest Wish Me Well and share their feedback with us 💚
You've given us a ton of great insights and we're already working on improvements. In fact, a few changes are already in the game! We'll continue polishing and updating based on your suggestions.
Here’s what we’ve been working on last week:
New inventory view
The biggest change is the revamped inventory view. We changed the layout from vertical to horizontal. It may now cover more view space but we think is much visually appealing.
In the old view some of you even thought that you have more than one weapon. We can't blame you, it was really messy. We hope it won't appear that way anymore as the whole weapon is displayed on one sheet of paper.
It wasn't clear that the Triggers were needed to fire the next projectile and they weren't much different than normal Modifiers. Now they have special, animated line showing what they do.
Sometimes the weapon can't work at all. For example when there's no first projectile or there are too much modifiers assigned. But how wouldn't anyone know that? Right now we have a special panel showing all the time whether the weapon is valid.
Changes

[NEW] Added pausing sound effects.
[NEW] Closing inventory with back (esc) button.
[NEW] Better buttons visuals of upgrades in Hub.
[NEW] Added animation of passive item flying to the passive slot.
[CHANGE] Improved projectiles' collision with walls.
[CHANGE] Decreased player's collider.
[CHANGE] Decreased HP of basic crawling enemies.
[CHANGE] Decreased number of spawned basic crawling enemies.
Fixes

[FIX] Not resetting player's maximum heath.
[FIX] Not dropping any item from a chest.
[FIX] Some buttons in Options UI not working.
[FIX] Bookshelves appearing above player.
[FIX] Displaying inventory input hint error.
[FIX] Opening and closing inventory and pause menu at the same time.
[FIX] Not updating inventory view after using Quick Move (assigning the item to the first available slot.
Thanks again for being part of this journey. Your support and ideas really help shape the game into something better. More updates coming soon!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2140310/Wish_Me_Well/
We Wish You Well,
Adrian & Krzysztof
Original post
27 Mar 2025Developer post
Wish Me Well Playtest Available Now!
Hey everyone, The Wish Me Well playtest is now live! We're excited to finally share it with you! Here's what awaits you in the playtest: Procedurally generated dungeons Unique ink monsters (including the Inkrab ) Over 40 scrolls to discover and use 10+ items to unlock and improve
Hey everyone,
The Wish Me Well playtest is now live!
We're excited to finally share it with you!
Here's what awaits you in the playtest:

Procedurally generated dungeons
Unique ink monsters (including the Inkrab)
Over 40 scrolls to discover and use
10+ items to unlock and improve your runs
Spell combinations & synergies to unleash your creativity.
If you enjoy our game and want to help us, join us on Discord! We'd love to hear your feedback and chat with you.
Discord: https://discord.gg/4g4b5FWJgb
Thank for your support and have a great day!
- Adrian
Original post

Updates & announcements

Hello, Wizards!

This means a small game update and a biggest discount yet, 20%!

Changelog:

Upcoming...

Hello wizards!

Update v. 0.8.1.01 is live!

Reworks

Plus items

Loot

Parasite Trigger

New mechanics

More feedback?

CHANGELOG

Hello wizards!

CHANGELOG

Hello wizards!

Thank you!

First patch

More suggestions?

CHANGELOG

Hello, wizards!

Prepare your wands, Wish Me Well launches in 2 weeks!

What to expect at launch

Launch details

Wishlist Wish Me Well and hit Follow - it helps more than you think and ensures Steam notifies you on release.

Hello wizards!

CHANGELOG

Hello wizards!

Early Access

Demo changes

CHANGELOG

Hello wizards!

CHANGELOG

Hello wizards!

Hey everyone!

What's new?

We want to thank you!

Hey everyone!

What's new?

Join our Discord!

Hey everyone!

Watch your step... traps are here!

Inkrab just got way cooler

More visual clarity, more action

Community shoutout

Other changes

Hey everyone!

Say hello to the Shopkeeper!

New controls – more natural aiming

Other changes

Hello everyone!

New inventory view

Changes

Fixes