Idle Knight – Playtest Update Patch Notes

April 13, 2026

Fix

• XP bar is now hidden by default on first launch
• HUD and overlay XP bar have been updated
• [STAFF] tag now only displays when the IsAdmin flag is active

Gameplay

• Phoenix Feather — now applies a sync lock (LastPhoenixUse) that blocks ranked, event, and dungeon access until stats are re-synced with the server
• Stat point spending — now flags a pending sync, preventing matchmaking access until the next update cycle (max 20s)
• Sync timer tracking improved — remaining wait time is now shown directly in the notification message

Tutorial

• Full onboarding tutorial added for new players on first launch
• Step-by-step guided walkthrough covering movement, hover menu, UI panels, and an introduction to combat
• Dialogue system with portrait, speaker name, role badge, and sequential messages
• Interactive progression gates — players must complete specific actions before advancing:
  • Move character
  • Hover over a menu element
  • Visit each menu panel
  • Reach level 1
  • Spend stat points

• Relevant UI elements highlighted with an animated gold glow during each step
  
• Buttons and panels locked and unlocked dynamically throughout the tutorial flow
  
• Tutorial state tracked via CurrentInTutorial flag — matchmaking is gated until completion