Inferna Patch Notes - 19.03.2026

@everyone

    **PATCH NOTES [19.03.2026] :video_game:**

    **Note:** :rotating_light: *Restart Steam to grab the update NOW!* :rotating_light:

    We’re excited to bring you the latest updates packed with improvements, fixes, and new features to enhance your gameplay experience!

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    :new: **New Features**

    :scroll: **New Tutorial:**
    - Players from level 1 to 15 can now start an optional tutorial.
    - The tutorial introduces the world of Inferna, core mechanics, controls, and the overall goal of the game.

    :speaking_head: **NPC Movement & Dialogue (Early Phase):**
    - NPCs can now move and speak!
    - This system is still in early development and will be expanded to make the world feel more dynamic and alive.

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    :arrows_counterclockwise: **Changes & Improvements**

    :boom: **Rift Spawn Improvements:**
    - Caratas and Jerro now have increased Rift spawns and faster respawn times.
    - Early-game progression is now smoother, with more consistent Rift availability for missions.

    :scroll: **Guild Mission Improvements:**
    - Guild missions now display correct progress values again.
    - Progress is not updated in real-time for all members, but once a player completes an objective, it syncs instantly for everyone.

    :loudspeaker: **Localized Announcements:**
    - Global announcements are now displayed in each player’s selected client language.

    :bar_chart: **UI & System Improvements:**
    - Added thousands separators to all numbers in the stats window.
    - Chat window scrolling issues have been fixed.
    - HUD chat now supports automatic translation display.

    :shield: **Ranking Adjustment:**
    - “Within level range” rankings now also count monsters that are 10 or more levels above the player.

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    :wrench: **Bug Fixes**

    :bug: **General Fixes:**
    - Fixed quest markers sometimes not being hidden correctly.
    - Fixed player shop buy popup not closing properly and added safeguards to prevent purchasing the wrong item.
    - Fixed splitting item stacks above 999 items.
    - Expired items are now hidden from buyers in player shops and clearly marked in the management UI.

    :hammer_and_wrench: **NPC & World Fixes:**
    - Fixed Alchemy NPC floating issue — now correctly positioned.
    - NPCs in Caratas have been repositioned and no longer appear inside walls.
    - The Blacksmith in Jerro has been moved back to the correct location.

    :globe_with_meridians: **Localization Fixes:**
    - Fixed item name display issue for items with +0.
    - Fixed German localization error (“?” → “ä”).
    - Added missing “Sign here” translation in the guild creation popup.

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    :balance_scale: **Balance Changes**

    :moneybag: **Stone Collector Boss Adjustment:**
    - The Stone Collector Boss in the Fallen Sanctum now drops a fixed amount of gold instead of scaling with bonus gold.
    - This change prevents potential abuse.

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    Your feedback is crucial! Please share your thoughts on these updates and report any issues you encounter.

    Happy gaming! :star2:
    **The Inferna Team**