State of the game - October 2025

This month, we are showcasing the progresses made on Arena!

Arena gains momentum: over 350 wishlists and a community-driven evolution

The First Spine – Arena is off to a thrilling start. Following its recent announcement, the game has already surpassed 350 wishlists on Steam—nearly doubling the early traction of Drifter’s Tales, which launched with 200. This surge of interest signals a strong appetite for tactical, competitive board-and-card gameplay, and the team is responding with rapid iteration and community-first development.

Since the announcement, players have already begun shaping the future of Arena. Based on early feedback, several improvements have been rolled out:

Map Enhancements

• Buttons now feature clearer color coding for better readability.
• End-game locations have been added to enrich strategic depth.

Card Collection Upgrades

• A new filter lets players sort cards by the date they were obtained.
• Card details now include acquisition dates.
• Foil cards are now marked with a distinct icon in the list view.

These updates reflect Arena’s commitment to clarity, accessibility, and rewarding progression

First Play Experience & cycles

This month, Arena introduces two major features designed to ease new players into the game and kickstart its seasonal rhythm:

Guided tutorial battles

A new tutorial now welcomes players with two introductory battles that teach the rules and mechanics before facing a real opponent. Features are introduced progressively, ensuring players grasp the essentials without being overwhelmed.

Seasonal cycles begin

Arena will now operate on 2-month cycles, each bringing fresh content and time-limited rewards. The first cycle focuses on preparing for Early Access, with exclusive cards available in a special location called “Arena: the Theatre.” These cycles will not only shape the evolving meta but also offer players unique opportunities to collect rare cards and test new strategies.

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