Version: 2.0.24
Platform: Windows (Steam) + Steam Deck
Saves and Steam achievements are not reset.

WHAT THIS UPDATE IS
This update adds a new Steam Multiplayer mode and makes it easy to use:
create a lobby, invite a Steam friend from your friends list, or join
with a short code. It also keeps the recent controller, combat, and
crash fixes. Still labeled 2.0.24 so it matches the live Steam version.

NEW MULTIPLAYER MODE (Steam friends, 2 players)
Play with one Steam friend — invite only (no public matchmaking).

CO-OP CAMPAIGN
- Full story campaign together (host’s save / progress)
- Explore, fight, and clear regions side by side
- When one of you goes down, the other can revive you
- Host starts the run; guest joins that world

PVP DUEL
- Invite a friend to a 1v1 duel
- Arenas: Ember Ring and Rift Court
- Best of 3 rounds

LOBBY / INVITES
- Title → MULTIPLAYER (under New Game / Hero)
- Create Co-op or Create PvP
- INVITE FRIENDS opens your Steam friends list to send an invite
- Or share the lobby CODE → friend uses Join with Code
- Guest waits for host; host starts when both are ready (2/2)
- Back leaves the lobby cleanly

HOW MULTIPLAYER WORKS (QUICK)
1. Title screen → MULTIPLAYER (under New Game / Hero)
2. CREATE CO-OP or CREATE PVP
3. Press INVITE FRIENDS — Steam opens your friends list so you can send
an invite
4. Your friend accepts the invite and joins the lobby
5. Host presses START when you are both ready (2/2)

Backup join path: share the lobby CODE → friend chooses JOIN WITH CODE

MULTIPLAYER DETAILS
- Create Co-op / Create PvP / Join with Code on one clear menu
- INVITE FRIENDS opens your Steam friends list so you can send an invite
- Lobby shows a shareable CODE (Copy Code if you need it)
- Guest sees “Waiting for host”; Back leaves the lobby cleanly
- Steam launch fix: Multiplayer module ships in the build (game starts)

DEBUG
- Ctrl+Shift+D unlocks the debug panel (F3 overlay, ` panel)
- Optional Steam launch arguments: --debug

CONTROLLER / STEAM DECK
- B / Circle backs out of menus (victory / game over / story too)
- Xbox defaults: X magic, Y cycle spells, LB use / interact, A attack, B back
- Steam Input menus support Magic, Gear, Help, and Settings shortcuts
- Controller remapping works with Steam Input on Deck
- Stick menus are steadier; Back / Esc feel consistent on pads

COMBAT / QUALITY
- Void Monarch no longer teleports across the map
- Shots and melee no longer hit through pillars / walls
- Chests show what you received on screen
- Magic travels farther; MP regenerates a little quicker
- Continue always resumes your campaign (trials no longer overwrite Story)

WHAT THIS UPDATE DOES NOT DO
- It does not wipe saves
- It does not reset Steam achievements
- It does not bump the Steam version number (stays 2.0.24)

HOW TO GET IT
Steam downloads the update when this build is Set Live.
Leave Steam running, or restart the client. No reinstall needed.

On Steam Deck: after download, open Steam → Realms of Wands →
Controller settings and use (or refresh) the Recommended layout.

In-game: title or pause → Update Notes (version 2.0.24).