KAZ

Kalinarm · HAKURO

Released: Jul 13, 2026
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Last updated: 14 Sep 2026, 11:08 GMT

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10 Sep 2026Developer post
KAZ x Roguecraft DX - Bundle, New Theme & Demo Update
Our September theme has arrived , and this month we’re teaming up with Roguecraft DX ! As part of the collaboration, KAZ now features a brand-new Roguecraft-inspired theme , bringing a little bit of Roguecraft into the world of KAZ. We’ve also put together a new KAZ + Roguecraft
Our September theme has arrived, and this month we’re teaming up with Roguecraft DX!
As part of the collaboration, KAZ now features a brand-new Roguecraft-inspired theme, bringing a little bit of Roguecraft into the world of KAZ.
We’ve also put together a new KAZ + Roguecraft DX Steam bundle, so you can grab both games together. If you already own one of them, Steam will automatically adjust the bundle price so you only pay for the game you’re missing.
Roguecraft DX launches today, and we want to give a big congratulations to the Roguecraft DX team on the release! We’re really happy to be collaborating with them on this bundle and bringing a little bit of Roguecraft into KAZ.
The collaboration includes:
A new Roguecraft theme in KAZ
The KAZ + Roguecraft DX Steam bundle
A convenient excuse to play more roguelikes!
Check out a glimpse of the new theme here: View game page
And one more thing: the KAZ demo is live again!
We’re currently testing out some new changes and would love to hear what you think. If you jump back into the demo, please share your feedback with us through Discord or the Steam Discussions- it really helps us figure out what’s working and what we can improve.
This is the latest addition to our monthly theme roadmap, with more collaborations and new themes still to come.
Check out the bundle, try the updated demo, and let us know what you think of the new theme and changes!
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13 Aug 2026Developer post
KAZ + Talented Bundle, and a new theme!
Hello everyone! I hope you've been enjoying your first month of KAZ-madness. We have a couple special announcements for you: Two Tiny Roguelikes - KAZ + Talented KAZ has teamed up with Talented for a brand new Steam bundle! Two tiny roguelikes, two very different ways to survive,
04 Aug 2026Developer post
KAZ Theme Roadmap + more!
Hey everyone! The release of KAZ has been an incredibly exciting period for us. Thank you to everyone who played, shared feedback, and participated in the KAZ × Keychron tournament , and congratulations again to the winners! If you won a keyboard, please make sure to join our Dis
Hey everyone!
The release of KAZ has been an incredibly exciting period for us. Thank you to everyone who played, shared feedback, and participated in the KAZ × Keychron tournament, and congratulations again to the winners!
If you won a keyboard, please make sure to join our Discord and contact us there so we can arrange the delivery of your prize.
The KAZ Special Edition Keychron F6 Ultra product page is also now live. If you weren’t able to win one during the tournament and would like to check it out, you can find it here:
https://www.keychron.com/pages/keychron-f6-ultra-se?utm_source=KAZ&utm_medium=KAZsteam&utm_campaign=f6ultrase-KAZsteam
The fun isn’t over yet!
Over the next three months, we’ll be adding a new theme to the game every month, starting with our next update on August 12 at 16:00 CEST.
The August update will include:
A brand-new mystery theme
The launch of the KAZ + Talented Steam bundle
Quality of life improvements and Bug Fixes
Another new theme will arrive on September 1, followed by one more on October 1. We’re keeping the details secret for now, but we have some seasonal themes coming your way, each bringing a fresh new look to KAZ.
The game may be out, but we’re not abandoning it. We’ll continue listening to your feedback, fixing issues, and bringing more content to KAZ after launch.
More is on the way! Can’t wait to share it all with you. :)
— Kalinarm
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01 Aug 2026Developer post
1.0.3 Patch Notes + New Theme!
Hey everyone! Patch 1.0.3 is now live, with a new theme, a few fixes and some balance changes. Meet Omi Omi is a new theme inspired by Slavic folklore, drawn by my girlfriend. I’m really excited to finally share it with you, and I hope you enjoy seeing it in-game. I’ll also be sh
Hey everyone!
Patch 1.0.3 is now live, with a new theme, a few fixes and some balance changes.
Meet Omi
Omi is a new theme inspired by Slavic folklore, drawn by my girlfriend. I’m really excited to finally share it with you, and I hope you enjoy seeing it in-game.
I’ll also be sharing a roadmap for upcoming theme releases soon, so stay tuned!
1.0.3
Added the new Omi theme.
Fixed Crystal and Wormhole in No Stress mode.
Fixed a bug that reset some quest statistics.
Fixed a VSync issue and added an FPS limit when VSync is turned off.
Fixed a black-screen issue that could happen when the required Windows redistributable package was not installed.
The default leaderboard period is now monthly.
Leaderboards will be wiped and reset for the new monthly challenge. Fresh month, fresh start!
Nerfed Aku Power.
Nerfed the Pilot Mask’s default enemy spawn.
Capped the Snowman’s maximum bonus at 100.
Thank you for playing!
-- Kalinarm
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27 Jul 2026Developer post
KAZ x Keychron Tournament - Winners Announced!
And… Time! Keyboards down. The KAZ x Keychron Tournament is officially over! Thank you to everyone who took part, fought their way up the leaderboards, and pushed their runs as far as possible. After checking the final scores, it is time to announce the six winners of a custom KA
23 Jul 2026Developer post
The Keychron x KAZ Product Page is Live!
Hi everyone! We've had a lot of people asking about the custom Keychron x KAZ F6 Ultra SE , and we're happy to say that the official product page is now live! Whether you're competing to win one in our tournament or you're planning to grab one when it launches, you can now get a
Hi everyone! We've had a lot of people asking about the custom Keychron x KAZ F6 Ultra SE, and we're happy to say that the official product page is now live!
Whether you're competing to win one in our tournament or you're planning to grab one when it launches, you can now get a closer look at everything it has to offer.
Product page:
https://cutt.ly/Myt0XeWe
The page includes:
A closer look at the KAZ-inspired design
Product specifications and features
Images of the keyboard
Information about the exclusive in-game Keychron theme
Estimated availability (August 2026)
Don't forget: our Keychron Tournament is still running! The top three players in both Survival Mode and No Stress Mode will each win a custom Keychron x KAZ keyboard. Check the official announcement for more details:
View game page
Good luck, and we'll see you on the leaderboards!
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22 Jul 2026Developer post
Keychron Tournament Reminder: Five Days Left!
Hello everyone! The KAZ x Keychron Tournament is still underway, and there are only a few days left to secure your place on the leaderboards! Compete for the highest scores in: Survival Mode No Stress Mode The top three players from each leaderboard will win a custom KAZ x Keychr
Hello everyone!
The KAZ x Keychron Tournament is still underway, and there are only a few days left to secure your place on the leaderboards!
Compete for the highest scores in:
Survival Mode
No Stress Mode
The top three players from each leaderboard will win a custom KAZ x Keychron mini keyboard, featuring KAZ-inspired lighting and sprites.
Please note that each player can only win one prize, so if the same person places in both modes, the prize will pass to the next eligible player on the second leaderboard. More information can be found below in the original tournament steam announcement, so make sure to check it out for the details!View game page
Tournament Deadline
The tournament ends on July 27 at 18:00 CEST, so there is still time to refine your build, improve your score, and climb the rankings.
You can also redeem the code keychron in-game to unlock the exclusive Keychron theme!
Good luck with your final runs!
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15 Jul 2026Developer post
KAZ Update 1.0.1: Fixes, Balance Changes & Leaderboard Cleanup
Hi everyone! KAZ 1.0.1 is here with a few fixes and balance adjustments following the first days of launch! Changes Removed item names from the pause menu. Removed the cross icon from the main screen. Fixed an exploit involving Sea You Later in No Stress Mode . Mars Shield has be
Hi everyone!
KAZ 1.0.1 is here with a few fixes and balance adjustments following the first days of launch!
Changes
Removed item names from the pause menu.
Removed the cross icon from the main screen.
Fixed an exploit involving Sea You Later in No Stress Mode.
Mars Shield has been nerfed by reducing its probability of appearing.
To keep the competition fair, high scores achieved using the Sea You Later exploit will be removed from the leaderboards.
Thank you to everyone playing, reporting issues, and sharing feedback. I'm already listening closely and will continue improving and evolving KAZ with future updates.
Make sure to join our Discord if you want to report any issues or share feedback directly with me:
https://discord.gg/Q5gmjnfBRS
Good luck with your runs!
— Kalinarm
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13 Jul 2026Developer post
KAZ × Keychron Launch Tournament: Win a Custom KAZ Keyboard!
Hello everyone! The KAZ × Keychron collaboration has been announced… and now it’s time for the tournament. To celebrate the launch of KAZ, we’re running a special KAZ × Keychron Launch Tournament , where the best players on the leaderboard will have a chance to win a custom KAZ K
13 Jul 2026Developer post
KAZ is OUT NOW!
KAZ is OUT NOW! KAZ is finally here! After months of updates, playtests, feedback, events, trailers, bug reports, balance changes (and a lot of keyboard abuse) the full version of KAZ is now available on Steam. To celebrate the launch, KAZ is also 15% off for a limited time! If y
KAZ is OUT NOW!
KAZ is finally here! After months of updates, playtests, feedback, events, trailers, bug reports, balance changes (and a lot of keyboard abuse) the full version of KAZ is now available on Steam.
To celebrate the launch, KAZ is also 15% off for a limited time!
If you’re new around here: welcome! KAZ is a minimalist roguelike about moving fast, making quick decisions, chasing higher scores, (and trying not to destroy your keyboard in the process). Runs are short, the music and visuals react to what you do, and every item choice can change the run completely.
What’s in the full release?
The full version of KAZ includes:
More than 110 items (and weapons) to discover and combine
Over 20 unique, hand-drawn themes each with their own power-ups (Including contributions from the community!)
Over 145 quests to complete
More than 35 maluses that can completely change your run
Multiple game modes, including Survival, No Stress, and Dance-pad Mode
Daily, weekly, monthly, and all-time leaderboard challenges
Twitch integration, letting viewers vote on your run
A reactive soundtrack and visual system that changes with the gameplay
Game localisations added in: English, French, German, Brazilian, Portuguese, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Japanse, Korean
Special themes and collaborations
The full release also includes a few special collaborations!
There are also custom in-game themes made in collaboration with MisterMV and Olexa! These creators were kind enough to feature KAZ on their channels, so we wanted to celebrate that by creating their very own KAZ themes inside the game.
We’re also very happy to have crossover themes based on Sol Cesto, Rhythm Doctor and Linkito!
We’re also excited to announce our collaboration with Keychron! The collaboration includes a custom Keychron theme in KAZ, as well as a tournament where you’ll have the chance to win a custom KAZ Keychron keyboard. Check out the official tournament announcement for more details!
Sol Cesto, Save me Mr. Tako, Rhythm Doctor, Linkito, and Keychron themes are available in game, and can be unlocked with KAZ coins as you progress. To redeem the Mistermv and Olexa themes, use the codes “mistermv” and “Olexa”.
Go to Options > General > Redeem and enter the code to try it out!
Thank you
KAZ has changed a lot since the first public versions. The game has been rebalanced, expanded, polished, redesigned, and pushed much further than I originally imagined.
A huge thank you to everyone who played the demo, joined the playtests, reported bugs, gave feedback, competed on the leaderboards, shared clips, or simply wishlisted the game. Your support helped shape the final release in a very real way.
This is a very simple game, but it has also been very complex to design. The goal was always to strip the roguelike formula down to something immediate, sharp, and replayable while still keeping enough depth to make each run feel different.
Now it is finally out.
Thank you for being here. Go break your keyboard. ;)
Play KAZ now on Steam and get 15% off during the launch discount.
— Kalinarm
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10 Jul 2026Developer post
KAZ × Keychron Collaboration
Hello everyone! View game page We’re excited to officially announce the KAZ × Keychron collaboration ! To celebrate the upcoming launch of KAZ, we’ve teamed up with Keychron for something special: a custom KAZ Keychron mini keyboard , an in-game Keychron theme, and a launch tourn
03 Jul 2026Developer post
June 2026 Dev Recap
Hey everyone! KAZ launches on July 13 , which means we're now officially in the final stretch. June was about final polish, release preparation, last checks, and making sure everything is in place for launch day. After months of playtests, demo updates, balancing passes, new mode
Hey everyone!
KAZ launches on July 13, which means we're now officially in the final stretch.
June was about final polish, release preparation, last checks, and making sure everything is in place for launch day. After months of playtests, demo updates, balancing passes, new modes, new items, new themes, and community feedback, it feels surreal to say this:
KAZ is almost here!
Steam Next Fest and Demo Feedback
June was also a big month for getting the demo in front of more players through Steam Next Fest!
Seeing people discover KAZ, try the demo, chase scores, and start figuring out the game’s rhythm has been very exciting. The demo has now reached thousands of players, and watching that momentum build right before launch has made this final stretch feel even more real.
I also want to give a huge thank you to Rogan and MisterMV for featuring KAZ during Steam Next Fest. It means a lot to see the game being shared with new players, especially this close to launch.
Rogan’s TikTok feature
MisterMV’s video
If you played the demo during Next Fest or before, thank you. You have been part of the road to release.
What to Expect From the Full Game
With launch coming up, here is a quick reminder of what will be waiting for you in the full version of KAZ:
5 game modes
110+ items
145+ quests
35+ maluses
25+ themes
Weekly and monthly challenges after launch
Leaderboards to climb
A lot of chaos, combos, and questionable decisions ;)
The full game is built to give you plenty of ways to experiment, optimize, and push for higher scores. Whether you want the pressure of Survival, a more relaxed run in No Stress mode, or just want to discover every strange interaction the game throws at you, there will be a lot to dig into.
Preparing for Launch
Most of June was also spent preparing everything around the release: final assets, announcements, trailers, Steam page updates, and all the behind-the-scenes work that happens before a game finally goes live.
Another huge moment this month was the release date announcement trailer being featured by IGN. You can watch it here:
Watch the KAZ Official Release Date Trailer on IGN
There are a few exciting things planned around launch, and I cannot wait to share more soon!
We are less than two weeks away from launch now.
Thank you to everyone who has played the demo, joined a playtest, wishlisted the game, followed the updates, joined the Discord, or simply cheered from the sidelines.
KAZ started as a small, strange, intense arcade roguelike, and it has grown into something I am incredibly excited to finally share with you.
See you on July 13!
— Kalinarm
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15 Jun 2026Developer post
Steam Next Fest + RELEASE DATE Announcement!
Hey everyone! I've got two pieces of exciting news to share. Firstly, KAZ will be part of Steam Next Fest! I'm super happy to have the game featured alongside so many amazing projects, and I can't wait for everyone to get their hands on the latest demo. And secondly… KAZ launches
02 Jun 2026Developer post
May 2926 Dev Recap
Hello everyone! May was a busy month! The second part of the demo update is finally out, bringing one of the biggest gameplay additions I've worked on so far: weapons. KAZ was also featured in a few events throughout the month, and I spent a lot of time polishing, balancing, and
Hello everyone!

May was a busy month!
The second part of the demo update is finally out, bringing one of the biggest gameplay additions I've worked on so far: weapons. KAZ was also featured in a few events throughout the month, and I spent a lot of time polishing, balancing, and improving the overall experience.
The biggest addition this month is the new weapon system.
At the start of each run, you can now choose from six different weapons. Each weapon stays with you for the entire run and comes with its own visuals and gameplay advantages.
This is actually the first feature that fundamentally changes how a run begins. Before, every run started from the same place and evolved based on the items you found. Now, your first decision happens before the run even starts. Depending on your weapon choice, you'll naturally lean towards different builds, strategies, and playstyles.
I wanted to add more variety and replayability while keeping the game simple to pick up and play. Weapons are now available across all game modes!
Outside of weapons, I focused a lot on progression, balance, and overall polish.
Gameplay & Progression
Reworked score requirements for round progression
Improved item rarity and distribution
Increased map growth speed and added much larger levels
Added item selection to the first round in certain modes
UI & Quality of Life
Added a new cell dig counter
Added new UI effects and visual feedback
Improved various menus and interface elements
Balance & Polish
Improved enemy behaviour
Reworked item rarity selection
Tweaked progression scaling and item balance
Adjusted several abilities, bonuses, and cooldowns
Fixed a large number of bugs and gameplay edge cases
As always, there were also dozens of smaller fixes and tweaks that don't make for particularly exciting patch notes, but help make the game feel smoother and more consistent overall!
This month KAZ was featured in a few different events.
I had the chance to showcase the game in person at Indie Game Lyon, which was a lot of fun. I even brought a dance mat and let people play KAZ with it. Watching people try to play the game using their feet instead of a keyboard was definitely one of the highlights of the month.
KAZ was also featured in the Six One Indie Showcase and the Psychedelic Festival on Steam. It's always exciting to see the game appear alongside so many other great indie titles!
Thank you to everyone who played the demo, shared feedback, reported bugs, or stopped by one of the events this month!
If you'd like to follow development, join future playtests, or stay up to date with everything KAZ:
https://linktr.ee/kazgame
And if you'd like to join the community, share feedback, or just hang out, feel free to join the Discord:
https://discord.gg/kazgame
See you next month. :)
— Kalinarm
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06 May 2026Developer post
KAZ Update 0.8.2: Weapons of KAZ + Giant Grids
Hey everyone, Thank you so much for all the amazing feedback on the last update! It’s been incredible seeing so many of you play the demo and share your thoughts, it really means a lot. But I didn’t stop there! I’ve just pushed another update for KAZ , and I’m super excited about
Hey everyone,
Thank you so much for all the amazing feedback on the last update! It’s been incredible seeing so many of you play the demo and share your thoughts, it really means a lot.
But I didn’t stop there! I’ve just pushed another update for KAZ, and I’m super excited about this one:
⚔️ Featuring: Weapons of KAZ & Giant Grids
You can now choose a weapon at the start of your run, and carry it with you throughout the whole run. Each weapon comes with its own buffs and effects, adding both visual flair and new gameplay depth.
We’ve also introduced Giant Grids: After rounds 15 and 20, maps scale up significantly.
This adds a new layer of intensity and strategy as runs go on, pushing your navigation and decision-making much further.
This update also brings a mix of gameplay improvements, progression tweaks, and fixes to make the experience smoother overall.
Update highlights:
Reworked score requirements for round progression
Improved item rarity and distribution
Faster map progression with much larger levels
Weapons are now available across all game modes
Item pick added to the first round in some modes
New in-game UI: cell dig count
Make sure to jump in, try it out, and let me know what you think!
And if you want to stay updated or share feedback directly, feel free to join us on Discord:
https://discord.gg/mfggAUAYpD
Thanks again for playing!
— Kalinarm
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01 May 2026Developer post
April 2026 Dev Recap
Hello everyone! April was a really important month for KAZ- I released a major update to the demo, and the new trailer was featured on IGN as an exclusive first reveal, among other things! 🚀 Demo Update A lot of this update came directly from the playtests and your feedback. I w
Hello everyone!
April was a really important month for KAZ- I released a major update to the demo, and the new trailer was featured on IGN as an exclusive first reveal, among other things!
🚀 Demo Update
A lot of this update came directly from the playtests and your feedback. I wanted to make the game more approachable, while also adding more depth for people who want it.
No Stress Mode
I added a new mode where the time limit is replaced with a move limit. You can take as long as you want, but every move matters. It turns the game into something more slow and tactical compared to the usual fast-paced runs.
Theme-Based Powerups
Themes used to be purely visual, but I’ve reworked them so each one now has its own powerups. This means your choice of theme actually affects your build and how you play.
UI Changes
I updated the UI to make it cleaner and easier to read overall. The goal here was just to make everything feel smoother and less distracting.
The demo now has more content and feels more complete overall. If you’ve already tried it, there’s quite a bit new to see. I'm so happy to hear all the positive feedback from those of you who have tried it!
🎬 Trailer on IGN
The new demo update trailer was featured on IGN as an exclusive first look!
https://www.ign.com/videos/kaz-official-demo-trailer
Lots of development updates this time around! Here’s a clear overview of the main changes:
New Modes & Ways to Play
Added No Stress Mode (move-based gameplay instead of time-based)
Added a new game mode: Dance (to be played with a DDR mat!)
Gameplay & Progression Changes
Reworked items, themes, and how things unlock
Reworked quests
Added new items like Crystal and Templar Shield
Adjusted balance (especially around shields and stacking effects)
Made some features available earlier by default
Visuals & Game Feel
Added new effects (like loop and wormhole)
Fixed visual issues with certain abilities
UI & Quality of Life
Updated menus and overall UI
Improved how leaderboards are displayed and refreshed
Fixed layout issues in panels and menus
Bug Fixes & Stability
Fixed a large number of bugs
Resolved edge cases and small gameplay issues
This update is very much shaped by the feedback from the last playtests, so thank you for taking the time to play, share thoughts, and point things out — it genuinely helps shape the direction of the game. I’m continuing to build on that, so if you have any feedback or ideas, I’d really like to hear them.
If you want to stay up to date with everything, you can follow along here:
https://linktr.ee/yourlinkhere
And if you’d like to be more involved (playtests, discussions, sharing feedback directly), feel free to join the Discord:
https://discord.gg/yourlinkhere
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22 Apr 2026GamingOnLinux
KAZ is a dopamine-fuelled action roguelike that's a full workout for your fingers
Think your fingers are fast and accurate? KAZ might make you think again. This fast-paced dopamine-fuelled action roguelike is worth a go. Read the full article here:
21 Apr 2026Rock, Paper, Shotgun
Arcade roguelike KAZ will probably break my arrows keys, and yet here I am wanting to play another round
The less buttons I have to press a game, the better. I am not doing a bit here, no japes to be found, a refined, paired down control scheme is like a cherub's smile to me. KAZ, then, is arguably almost the perfect game, perhaps three buttons away from such a status, as it only re
21 Apr 2026Developer post
KAZ Demo Update – A Fresh New Look + Stress Free Mode
Hey everyone! I’ve been working on something big for KAZ, and I’m really excited to finally share it. This new demo update is a major step forward and gives a much clearer picture of what the full game is shaping up to be. Check out the new Demo Trailer to get a feel of the chang
Hey everyone!
I’ve been working on something big for KAZ, and I’m really excited to finally share it.
This new demo update is a major step forward and gives a much clearer picture of what the full game is shaping up to be. Check out the new Demo Trailer to get a feel of the changes:
View game page
A Fresh New Look
KAZ now has a completely refreshed UI and overall presentation.
Everything should feel cleaner, more readable, and more satisfying to play.
Introducing “Stress Free” Mode
This is the headliner of the update.
Stress Free Mode is a new way to experience KAZ with a more relaxed pace, while still keeping the core mechanics and decision-making intact. Whether you want to learn the game, experiment with builds, or just play without pressure, this mode is here for you.
More Content, More Variety
This update also expands the game in a lot of ways:
9 themes to explore
Including the 3 winning themes from the community challenge
40 items to discover and experiment with
New spells
Reworked item balance (themes now have their own special abilities)
There’s a lot more room now to try different builds and playstyles.
Try the Updated Demo
If you’ve played before, this is a great time to jump back in and see how much has changed.
If you’re new, this is the best version of the demo so far.
You can play it directly on steam:
View game page
This update is an important milestone for KAZ and one of the last big pushes before release.
I’ll be sharing more soon, but for now I’m really looking forward to hearing what you think about this version!
Thanks again for all the support so far. It really means a lot and continues to shape the game every step of the way.
🌐 Stay Connected
Follow along for updates, content, and everything KAZ:
https://linktr.ee/playkaz
Join the community on Discord:
https://discord.gg/Q5gmjnfBRS
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08 Apr 2026Developer post
March 2026 Dev Recap
Hey everyone, March has been a big month for KAZ, so let's take a moment to look back at everything that happened and share what’s coming next! 🎮 Playtest Wrap-Up The 2nd KAZ playtest has now officially ended. I just want to say a big thank you to everyone who took the time to p
Hey everyone,
March has been a big month for KAZ, so let's take a moment to look back at everything that happened and share what’s coming next!
🎮 Playtest Wrap-Up
The 2nd KAZ playtest has now officially ended.
I just want to say a big thank you to everyone who took the time to play, send feedback, report bugs, and push their scores. It genuinely helped a lot and made a real difference in shaping the game.
🏆 Leaderboard Winners
1st place: chel_ka
2nd place: pouloulou125
3rd place: HikazushiTV
You’ll be contacted regarding your rewards! Make sure you’re in our discord server so I can find you:
https://discord.gg/Q5gmjnfBRS
🛠️ Development Highlights
During the playtest, I pushed several updates based on your feedback. Here are some of the key improvements:
Fixed "move failed" not consuming time in No Stress Mode
Improved spell cooldown behavior in No Stress Mode
Better balancing for No Stress Mode levels
Fixed statistics display on the score card
Fixed time bar issue before the first round
Fixed localization issues when switching languages
Game now remembers your last selected mode
Buffed Explosive Shield trigger chance
Thanks again for all the reports and suggestions. They really helped prioritize what needed attention the most!
🌍 Showcases & Events
KAZ was featured in a few different places this month:
Clemmy’s BIG Indie Games
Mundo Gamer
Game Pavilion Japan
Gones Games at Foire de Lyon
It’s been great seeing the game reach new players through these events.
🌐 New KAZ Social Media Accounts
I also launched dedicated social media accounts for KAZ.
These are focused purely on the game. I’ll be sharing updates, clips, and behind-the-scenes content there, and building more of a community around KAZ itself.
If you’ve been following me personally, nothing changes there, but these new pages are where everything KAZ-specific will live.
https://linktr.ee/playkaz
🧩 Community Theme Showcase Winners
I also ran a theme challenge this month and honestly, the creativity was amazing. A lot of the entries really captured the story and tension of the chase in a way I didn’t expect.
🏆 Winners
1st – Zephirr
2nd – The Guardian
3rd – EmFredZ
⭐ Community Choice – RndmGuy
🎖 Honourable Mention – Symphonia
Huge thanks to everyone who participated!
🔜 What’s Next
I’m currently working on a big demo update coming in April.
There’s a new UI, improvements to No Stress Mode, and more overall polish coming to the experience. I’ll be sharing more details very soon.
Thanks again for being part of this month. Whether you played a few runs, competed on the leaderboard, or broke the game- it really means a lot!
More soon.
— Kalinarm
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Updates & announcements

The collaboration includes:

Two Tiny Roguelikes - KAZ + Talented

View game page A New Theme Has Arrived!

The fun isn’t over yet!

Meet Omi

1.0.3

Survival Mode Winners

No Stress Mode Winners

Tournament Deadline

Changes

KAZ × Keychron Launch Tournament

Tournament Categories

Survival Mode

No Stress Mode

Important Rule

Tournament Dates

Prize Delivery

How to Enter

KAZ is OUT NOW!

What’s in the full release?

Special themes and collaborations

Thank you

A Custom KAZ Keychron Keyboard

Custom Keychron Theme in KAZ

Launch Tournament Coming Soon

KAZ Launches July 13

Steam Next Fest and Demo Feedback

What to Expect From the Full Game

Preparing for Launch

KAZ launches on July 13, 2026! 🎉

Gameplay & Progression

UI & Quality of Life

Balance & Polish

⚔️ Featuring: Weapons of KAZ & Giant Grids

Update highlights:

🚀 Demo Update

🎬 Trailer on IGN

A Fresh New Look

Introducing “Stress Free” Mode

More Content, More Variety

Try the Updated Demo

🌐 Stay Connected

🎮 Playtest Wrap-Up

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