Embark on a journey through the newly unveiled features in Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden Update 1.4, where improvements to combat, quests, and more await eager players. This latest update by Don't Nod Entertainment, known for titles like Vampyr, enhances the experience of Banishers, which was well-received for its storytelling and dual protagonists, Banishers Antea Duarte and Red mac Raith, upon its release in February.
Set in late 1600s North America, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden follows two Banishers on a mission to remove a curse haunting the town of New Eden. From dense forests to sandy beaches and icy mountains, players encounter haunted NPCs and engage in Haunting Cases, pivotal decisions that dictate the fate of the protagonists. As with other Don't Nod games, these choices significantly impact the game's outcome.
Don't Nod Entertainment detailed the contents of Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden Update 1.4 in a recent forum post, emphasizing various improvements to combat, including adjustments to enemy behavior to create more challenging encounters. Additionally, fixes were implemented for issues like enemies getting stuck or becoming invisible during gameplay. The update also addresses a UI glitch that inaccurately indicated equipment change restrictions.
The 1.4 update for Banishers resolves obstacles hindering quest progression and rectifies quest marker glitches. Navigation enhancements ensure smoother traversal, rectifying issues like falling through the environment or encountering impassable obstacles. Notably, the patch addresses the Full Potency Achievement bug, ensuring players reach the maximum level of 25 as intended. Furthermore, various aspects such as cinematics, dialogues, photo mode, visuals, and audio received refinements.
Despite its solid technical launch, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden continues to receive updates, demonstrating Don't Nod's commitment to enhancing gameplay. With Banishers paving the way, the studio's upcoming title, Lost Records: Bloom and Rage, reminiscent of Life is Strange, is anticipated later this year. Fans may anticipate more information, potentially during events like Summer Game Fest, hinting at a bright future for Don't Nod Entertainment.
Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden Update 1.4 Patch Notes
Combat and Enemies
- Encounter adjusted enemy behaviors for more engaging battles
- Resolve issues with invisible enemies and equipment change warnings
- Tackle UI glitches impacting combat effectiveness
Progression and Quests
- Overcome quest progression barriers and quest marker irregularities
Environment and Navigation
- Navigate without hindrances through fixed environment glitches
- Enhance environmental interactions for seamless exploration
- Eliminate obstacles obstructing player movement
Cinematics and Dialogues
- Enhance cinematic and dialogue experiences for improved storytelling
Visuals
- Improve visual elements and NPC animations for a more immersive world
- Address animation glitches affecting character visibility
Photomode
- Fix bugs and enhance camera control in the photo mode feature
- Ensure a seamless photomode experience for all players
Interfaces and Menus
- Optimize interface readability and interaction for a smooth gaming experience
- Update skill texts to reflect accurate information
Audio
- Enhance audio cues and music integration for an enriched auditory experience
- Resolve music abrupt cut-offs and dialogue repetition issues
Stability and Performance
- Increase overall game stability across platforms for uninterrupted gameplay
- Fix crashes, freezes, and framerate drops for a seamless gaming experience
- Improve menu responsiveness, especially on specific platforms like PS5
Achievements
- Ensure the completion of all achievements, including Full Potency
AI
- Enhance NPC interactions and routines for a more realistic gameplay experience
Localization and Translations
- Rectify subtitle and voice-over inconsistencies for a cohesive narrative
Control Options
- Fix key reconfiguration issues for customizable controls