Atari and Ilex Games have announced that a post-launch update for their 2D Metroidvania Adventure of Samsara on Nintendo Switch.
This introduced a new optional boss called the Buzz Killer Swarm, which is “a high intensity battle against three cybernetic insects.” The post-launch update also expands exploration with new secret rooms, hidden pathways, invisible walls and hidden upgrades, refines movement and combat, and adds a new in-game Bestiary, in which you can view detailed enemy entries.
“Since the game’s release last year, we have believed that Adventure of Samsara is a unique experience with timeless gameplay, a rich narrative and was a world worth championing,” explains Atari vice president of games Ethan Stearns.
“Since then, Atari and Ilex Games have listened to the community and worked together to bring even more content to players. We can’t wait for all Metroidvania fans to dive back into this great adventure!”
The publisher has outlined additional content in the post-launch update, which includes:
- Combat Overhaul: Combat and movement have been refined to feel faster and more responsive, making it easier to avoid enemy attacks by dashing and to use health potions during combat.
- Quality of Life Improvements: New improvements include full PC input remapping, clearer map labelling when new areas are discovered, and an extra option on the main menu allowing players to replay cutscenes.
- Boss and Enemy Rebalancing: Several boss and enemy encounters have been rebalanced, including difficulty adjustments to Athalos, as well as refined AI, movement behaviour, attack patterns and damage logic for Dhar’klaw and Doctor Gwar’udum, resulting in more consistent and satisfying fights.
- Bug Fixes & General Improvements: A range of fixes and polish updates have been implemented, including camera behaviour during unlock sequences, resolved progression blockers and various balance tweaks.
We enjoyed our time with the base game, concluding in our review: “Adventure of Samsara is a slightly bitter cup of tea, but I think it’s one worth finishing. The Adventure elements are nearly pointless, the gameplay can be a bit plodding early on, and there are some bugs and stuttering issues present even after some updates. Yet there is something to this game, with its strong mood and satisfying exploration. I don’t think it’s going to change anyone’s mind if they’re sick of Metroidvania-style games, particularly in light of its slow start, but if you enjoy the genre, you should check this one out.”
Adventure of Samsara is now available digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide.
