Arc System Works has announced that version 2.00 of its action-adventure game Damon and Baby is now available.
This update is a massive content drop that introduces the new game mode, Lord Bloodege’s Trials. Boss replays have also been added. The next update will be this Summer.
The patch notes are as follows:
Main Improvements & Patch Notes
- Safe Zones: Enemies can no longer invade bases.
- Cooking Convenience: Cooking recipes can now be viewed directly from your inventory and shops.
- Quick Restart: Added an option to restart from your most recent save file upon a Game Over.
- Streamlined Cooking: The menu will no longer automatically close after cooking, allowing you to prepare multiple dishes consecutively.
- Weapon Availability: Once a weapon has been acquired, it will now be available for purchase at the Weapon Shop.
- Lost Item Recovery: Lost Charms can now be repurchased from Kokopelli.
- Easy Loading: Added the ability to load save data directly from the “Other” tab in the inventory.
- Fluid Combat: Players can now perform interaction actions while aiming a gun.
- Hint Optimization: Adjusted the text and hints displayed on signboards.
- Controls: Added thumbstick adjustment settings to the Options menu.
- Visual Enhancements: The appearance of the Demon King’s Handgun Coin Ammo now changes based on its element.
- Navigation: Added sub-quest icons to the map.
Damon and Baby mixes twin-stick shooting with structured exploration, splitting its gameplay into two core phases. You’ll spend downtime at a home base upgrading the demon king Damon and preparing for combat, then head out into the field to push the story forward by clearing stages packed with enemies and hidden weapons.
Combat leans on both close-range and long-range options, with handguns, machine guns, and other weapons that you can swap and expand as you progress. Boss fights focus on using the stage layout to your advantage, incorporating specific environmental mechanics and positioning.
As Damon levels up, you’ll be able to tailor your skills to match how you want to fight. The game also includes visual customization through different outfit options. For local co-op, a second player can take control of Baby, Damon’s dog-like companion, who helps out in combat and can collect items across each level.
Damon and Baby is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.
