Big Distraction has implemented a significant update to its fantasy roguelike game, Lort, adjusting difficulty levels after player feedback highlighted its challenging aspects. Many players found the game tough to manage, particularly in solo mode, prompting this response from the developers.
Game Adjustments and Updates
The update reduces the lethality of early enemies, such as Goblin Lobbers, making their attacks more predictable. Additionally, a tutorial prompt has been introduced to help players understand each character's primary attribute, aiding in leveling strategies.
- Big Distraction adjusted Lort's difficulty on 2023-10-10.
- 28% of Lort's reviews were negative due to perceived difficulty.
- The game update focuses on early enemy behavior and tutorials.
Developer Perspective and Community Engagement
The studio described the experience as surreal, reflecting on their two-year development journey with a team of ten. While Lort is designed to be challenging, the developers emphasized that it remains a roguelike; dying and learning from challenges are integral parts of the game experience.
Further adjustments may follow as Big Distraction continues to monitor player feedback and connectivity issues. The studio is working on enhancing multiplayer connectivity and plans to provide updates soon.
