Unpacking the Latest Season: City of Aeterna
Torchlight: Infinite’s new season City of Aeterna is slated for release on September 7th. The update not only introduces a new map but also adds new mechanics like timed challenges and Mark of Ruin rewards. Players must cover as much of the world map as possible to enter the mythical City of Aeterna and claim lucrative prizes.
Soul Candles: A New Layer to Loadouts
The gameplay experience is further enriched with the introduction of Soul Candles. These can be equipped in your Hunter’s Skill panel to unlock powerful affixes. Players can level up these affixes with Tears of Aeterna, a new currency dropped by monsters. Beware, though, as with greater power come potential side effects.
Face the Lone King of Aeterna: New Season Boss
The season adds another layer of difficulty with the Lone King of Aeterna, a new boss awaiting players deep within the city. The difficulty of this encounter scales with the number of reward spots connected on the world map, providing an increased chance of acquiring new gear for those who triumph.
Meet the Spirit Magus: Introducing Iris
This season also marks the debut of Iris, a Spirit Magus with the ability to summon Spirit Magi sidekicks. These entities have a unique Growth mechanic that allows them to level up alongside Iris. Unlocking Iris requires the City of Aeterna Season Pass, which also becomes available on September 7th, 2023.
Flame of Pleasure: New Hero Trait for Gemma
An original hero, Gemma, gets a new Hero Trait—Flame of Pleasure. It allows Gemma to apply fiery brands to her enemies, paving the way for devastating skills like Death by Fire. This Hero Trait can be unlocked through in-game currency like Primocrysts or Hero Emblems.
Quality of Life and Performance Updates
In addition to new content, the developers at XD have implemented improvements in crafting, hero balancing, and performance optimization. The Trade House has also received updates, making it easier for players to acquire legendary gear.
Gamer Insights
Torchlight: Infinite continues to evolve, delivering not just new characters and gameplay mechanics but also necessary improvements for both new and seasoned players. The developers are keenly attuned to player feedback, ensuring a continually optimized dungeon-crawling experience.
Platforms: Android, iOS, Microsoft Windows
