Welcome back, Watchers!
As we prepare for the upcoming release of Echoes of Mystralia, we have put together this Devlog to
give you a closer look at what’s in store for you at launch.
We’re also taking this moment to announce that Echoes of Mystralia will be releasing in Early Access. Our goal is to keep this Early Access period relatively short and community-focused, allowing us to finish and polish the game ahead of full release. While the core experience will be fully playable at launch, we believe the final stage of development is best shaped alongside the community.
Throughout Early Access, we’ll be rolling out several gameplay-focused updates such as adding additional content, refining existing systems based on community feedback, and completing the end-game content and narrative.
We are eager to work closely with our players during this final stretch, as your feedback has, and will continue to play a key role in helping us shape Echoes of Mystralia into the best experience it can be.
And while we’re looking ahead, keep an eye out for a major announcement you’ve all been waiting for, coming this Friday, July 17th.
Without further ado, let’s peek beyond the Rift.
New Features Available at Early Access Launch
Watchers’ Duties
A Watcher’s path is never without purpose. Toka will now offer challenges throughout your journey, testing your skills and determination in exchange for valuable Echoes that can be offered at the Altar.
Major Guardian Seal Encounters
Some places in Mystralia hold stronger Memories than others. Hidden throughout the world, powerful Guardian Seal encounters await those willing to seek them out and uncover the Echoes left behind.
The Memory Forge
Deep within Mystralia lies a hidden forge known only to the Watchers. The Memory Forge allows you to reshape and alter your Memories and Spell Canvas.
Spell Canvas Customization
Unlock a new upgrade at the Altar that lets you customize your spell canvas in the Azimuth before beginning your run.
Socket Upgrade
Highly requested by the community, the new Canvas Socket upgrade, a Guardian reward, allows players to increase the size of their canvas to craft even more powerful spells throughout their adventure.
Steam Achievements
And for all of the Completionists out there, 25 Steam Achievements with beautiful thumbnails will be waiting for you at launch!
New Content Available at Early Access Launch
A New Element: Nihil
A new elemental type that introduces Nihil Memories, adding chaotic effects and new behaviors to your spells!
Upgrades, Memories, & Relics (oh my!)
50+ new Altar upgrades
45+ new Memories
25+ new Relics
New hidden puzzles and Rifted Echoes
New secrets & challenges
Mages Extractor Reservoirs
Hidden Memories
Soulbeads Transmuter
Memory Reframers
Access to the whole Lotus, the permanent progression system
New Spell Forms
12 new Spell Forms incoming! Each starting spell now has 3 additional unique forms and behaviours to unlock, giving you more ways to begin your adventure.
New Regions Available at Early Access Launch
With the Early Access launch, you'll be able to explore new regions, Fulgurea and the Kingdom of Mystralia, as Mazarim continues his journey to restore the World Echoes.
Fulgurea
The land of the Fulgors awaits Mazarim, who must brave the ascent to Meda's snowy peak. Explore two sub-biomes, the Eldervales and the Soulmines, and encounter new events and challenges including the Meda Guardian fight, and two Elite Shadow battles unique to the region.
The Kingdom of Mystralia
The Kingdom of Mystralia is where the heart of the Mage War unfolded, marking the final steps of Mazarim's journey. Explore two sub-biomes, the Highlands and the Capital, and encounter new events and challenges such as the Guardian Afale, and three Elite Shadow battles unique to the region.
Thank you for joining us on this look beyond the Rift and for following along as we prepare for Early Access. We’re incredibly excited to share this next chapter of Echoes of Mystralia with you and continue building it along your side.
Don’t forget, we released a major update ahead of Next Fest, so don’t miss your chance to try out the demo before release.
View game pageEvery bit of feedback helps strengthen the magic behind Mystralia. We’d love to hear your thoughts on this upcoming content so please feel free to share your comments with us here on Steam, or chat directly with the developers and fellow Watchers in our Community Discord.