Hot Fix
Fixed an issue with collision in swamp.
Fixed an issue with collision in swamp.
Distressed
- Released
- Oct 25, 2024
- Platforms
- Last updated
Updates & announcements
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Hot Fix
Fixed a blocked doorway in swamp
Original postFixed a blocked doorway in swamp
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Patch V. 0.6.17
Distressed Update Notes Major Fixes & Improvements Fixed multiple equipment issues affecting clients in multiplayer sessions Improved replication efficiency across gameplay systems for smoother online performance Fixed problems with breathing sounds not playing correctly Thro
Original postDistressed Update Notes
Major Fixes & Improvements
Fixed multiple equipment issues affecting clients in multiplayer sessions
Improved replication efficiency across gameplay systems for smoother online performance
Fixed problems with breathing sounds not playing correctly
Throwable system has been fully reworked for better responsiveness and synchronization
Fixed numerous ambient sound and music issues throughout maps
Reworked the Swamp location with visual, atmosphere, and gameplay improvements
Reworked Systems
Throwable Rework
Improved object handling
Better multiplayer synchronization
Cleaner physics interactions
More reliable collision behavior
Reduced desync issues for clients
Audio Improvements
Ambient audio transitions cleaned up
Fixed missing or overlapping sounds
Improved music timing and atmosphere
Better environmental audio consistency
Map Rework
Swamp ReworkThe Swamp has received a major overhaul:
Improved atmosphere and lighting
Better environmental detail
Gameplay flow improvements
Optimization pass
Updated scare locations and ambience
What's Next
Currently In Progress
Reworked Club House
Reworked Store UI
Additional optimization improvements
More gameplay polish and bug fixesThank you for supporting Distressed while we continue improving the game and expanding the experience.
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minor patch
-lowered footstep volume -improved ambient sounds -improved trapped ghost animations
Original post-lowered footstep volume
-improved ambient sounds
-improved trapped ghost animations - Developer post
Hot Fix 4/8/2026
Fixed an issue with AMD users and FSR
Original postFixed an issue with AMD users and FSR
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Major Update
First off — thank you for your patience and continued support while we’ve been working behind the scenes. This update is a big step forward for us, and we’re excited for you to experience it. Things just got darker… and a whole lot smoother. 🚀 MASSIVE PERFORMANCE BOOST • Huge op
Original postFirst off — thank you for your patience and continued support while we’ve been working behind the scenes. This update is a big step forward for us, and we’re excited for you to experience it.
Things just got darker… and a whole lot smoother.
🚀 MASSIVE PERFORMANCE BOOST
• Huge optimization pass across the entire game
• Noticeably smoother gameplay and improved stability
• Better performance on a wide range of systems🗺️ FULL MAP REWORKS
• Motel – Reimagined with new layout, improved visuals, and heavier atmosphere
• Snow Cabin – Completely rebuilt to feel colder, darker, and more intenseThese locations aren’t just updated… they’re transformed.
🔋 BATTERY SYSTEM OVERHAUL
• Equipment behavior has been reworked
• Devices now drain significantly slower when away from the ghost
• More freedom to explore — but don’t get too comfortable🎧 AUDIO REWORK
• Music system completely redesigned
• Stronger tension, better pacing, deeper immersionYou’ll feel it before you see it.
🖥️ UI OVERHAUL
• Brand new Main Menu
• Improved Server List for faster, cleaner navigation👻 MORE HORROR
• New jump scares added
• Increased variety of unpredictable events
• The game is more aggressive… and less forgiving🔮 WHAT’S NEXT
• New game mode in development
• More map reworks on the way
• Gear reworks and expanded equipment systems
• Continued performance improvements and new featuresWe’re pushing hard — and there’s a lot more coming.
🔥 THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING
More content. More systems. More fear.We’re just getting started.
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Minor Patch 11/3/2025
Fixed an issue with Books not spawning
Original postFixed an issue with Books not spawning
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Hot Fix 10/28/2025
Fixed an issue with client using the Scarecrows sprint.
Original postFixed an issue with client using the Scarecrows sprint.
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Hot Fix 10/28/2025
Fixed an issue with the Harvest Haunt.
Original postFixed an issue with the Harvest Haunt.
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Live steam with Gamehauntings
The latest update from the developers of Distressed is now Live. Come watch Saturday as we play with Gamehauntings and friends.
Original postThe latest update from the developers of Distressed is now Live. Come watch Saturday as we play with Gamehauntings and friends.
Developer postHarvest Haunt
🎃 Distressed — Update 0.6: Haunted Harvest Hey everyone! We’re thrilled to bring you our biggest seasonal update yet — Haunted Harvest is here! Step into the Halloween season with brand new features, spooky content, and improvements across the board. 👻 Limited-Time Event: Haunt
Original post🎃 Distressed — Update 0.6: Haunted Harvest
Hey everyone!
We’re thrilled to bring you our biggest seasonal update yet — Haunted Harvest is here!
Step into the Halloween season with brand new features, spooky content, and improvements across the board.
👻 Limited-Time Event: Haunted Harvest
The Haunted Harvest event has arrived!
In this Halloween-exclusive mode:
Play as the Scarecrow, hunting down survivors before sunrise.
Or team up to burn the scarecrows before they claim everyone.
Earn a new event achievement when you complete the challenge!
🕒 This event will run well into November — so there’s plenty of time to join the haunt!
🏚️ New Map: “The Church”
We’ve temporarily removed the Motel and introduced a brand-new map: The Church
Explore eerie hallways and hidden sanctuaries.
Discover new interactables exclusive to ghost gameplay.
Find fingerprints on windows, picture frames, and other surfaces — a whole new layer of investigation!
⚙️ General Update Notes
Fixed: Crashes that occurred during map travel.
Added: AMD FidelityFX — enjoy sharper visuals and better performance.
Updated: Several audio systems for richer, more immersive sound.
Ongoing: We’re in the process of rebuilding and optimizing all maps for better stability and visuals.
🧩 Coming Soon
We’re currently developing a brand-new game mode inspired by this event.
It’s in progress right now — and we’ll share more details soon!
Our small team of three developers is hard at work improving the game every day.
This was our first game, and we’ve learned a lot along the way — thank you for sticking with us through every patch, crash, and scare!
💬 From the Team
“We truly appreciate every single one of you who’s supported Distressed.
Your feedback keeps us motivated to keep improving and expanding the world we’ve created.
The Haunted Harvest event will continue through November — we can’t wait to hear your stories!”
Stay spooky, stay brave, and thank you for being part of the haunting.
💀
— The Distressed Dev Team
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Distressed Devs Play with Friends
Come watch what makes Distressed different from all other Ghost Hunting Games. Come learn with the Devs and their friends. Follow us on Discord for information about future udpates.
Original postCome watch what makes Distressed different from all other Ghost Hunting Games. Come learn with the Devs and their friends. Follow us on Discord for information about future udpates.
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Patch Notes June 24, 2024
last minor patch ahead of our next major one. Fixed many issues for performance and stability. Follow us on discord to get inside information on the next update.
Original postlast minor patch ahead of our next major one. Fixed many issues for performance and stability. Follow us on discord to get inside information on the next update.
Developer postGamehauntings Plays Distressed
Come learn what makes Distressed not like other ghost hunting games. Join us as I play with GameHauntings from twitch.
Original postCome learn what makes Distressed not like other ghost hunting games. Join us as I play with GameHauntings from twitch.
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Friday the 13th Community Streams
Come join our community as we play Distressed. Perfect game for Friday the 13th.
Original postCome join our community as we play Distressed. Perfect game for Friday the 13th.
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Devs and Friends Play Distressed
Come learn why Distressed is like no other ghost game. Dev will be there to ask any questions you may have.
Original postCome learn why Distressed is like no other ghost game. Dev will be there to ask any questions you may have.
Developer postDes Plays Distressed
Come watch Des play Distressed. You can also find her on twitch!
Original postCome watch Des play Distressed. You can also find her on twitch!
Developer postOoOKINGOoO plays Distressed latest update.
Come watch King play Distressed. Also follow on Twitch.
Original postCome watch King play Distressed. Also follow on Twitch.
Developer postPhasmoSoup Plays Distressed
Come watch Soupie play Distressed. Also, follow him on Twitch.
Original postCome watch Soupie play Distressed. Also, follow him on Twitch.
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Des Plays Distressed
Come watch Des play Distressed. You can also find her on twitch!
Original postCome watch Des play Distressed. You can also find her on twitch!