Absolum has officially cracked 500,000 copies sold, and Dotemu is celebrating the only sensible way. By giving us more ways to get absolutely wrecked (affectionate). Dotemu (alongside co-developers Guard Crush Games and Supamonks) has announced Threads of Fate, a free content update landing on 12 February, bringing a brand-new game mode, nastier post-game zones, and a bunch of new rewards.
If you’ve been treating Absolum like your “one more run” comfort game (dangerous behaviour, no judgement), this update looks tailor-made to keep your hands glued to the controller.
Threads of Fate lands on 12 February
Dotemu’s calling Threads of Fate a generous free update, and honestly, the feature list makes a solid case.
Mystic Ordeal: The “You Asked for Pain” Mode
The headline addition is Mystic Ordeal, an all-new game mode built around dozens of modifiers. In plain English: It’s designed to remix your runs into tougher, stranger scenarios that contrast with the core adventure.
“Mystic Ordeal looks like the kind of mode that turns ‘I’m pretty good at this’ into ‘I have made several mistakes today.'”
Corrupted Regions: Optional post-game danger (and rewards)
If you’ve already rolled credits and your brain is still hungry for a bigger bite, Corrupted Regions add optional post-game threats and rewards. You’ll discover these corrupted areas while travelling through Absolum’s world, and if the name didn’t tip you off, they’re not there to be your friend.
More rewards, new mounts, and improvements
Threads of Fate also adds new rewards, new mount types, and a pile of improvements. Basically, more shiny stuff to chase, more ways to move around, and fewer reasons to yell at your screen for the wrong reasons.
Dotemu’s first original IP (how?!)
Dotemu has earned a strong reputation for classically inspired brawlers and sharply crafted adaptations, but Absolum is its first original franchise. The game was nominated for Best Independent Game at The Game Awards and has also picked up nominations from other award bodies and festivals.
What is Absolum?
If you’re new here: Absolum blends arcade-style melee combat with spells, counters, and upgradable abilities, wrapped in a fantasy adventure built for replayability. Expect branching paths, quests, characters to meet, and bosses that will absolutely humble you. Simply put, it’s a super fun game.
The overall vibe channels classic brawlers like Golden Axe and Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara, but with a modern, run-based structure where you’re unlocking items, quests, and permanent upgrades as you go.
Game Info
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Game | Absolum |
| Update | Threads of Fate (free): 12 February |
| Developers | Dotemu, Guard Crush Games, Supamonks |
| Platforms | PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 |
| Price | €24.99 |
Accessibility Snapshot
What we can confirm from public listings as of 28 January 2026 (features may vary by platform/version).
| Category | Feature | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subtitles | Subtitles available | Confirmed | Listed across 12 languages (English + 11 more). |
| Audio | Full audio language | Confirmed | Full audio listed as English only. |
| Dialogue | Voicing & subtitling | Reported | Listed as partially voiced and some speech subtitled. |
| Saving | Save options | Reported | Save anytime. |
| Difficulty | Difficulty selection | Reported | Select difficulty level. |
| Difficulty | Difficulty customisation | Reported | Customise difficulty. |
| Controls | Button-mashing reduction | Reported | Rapid repeated pressing optional; no repeated pressing listed as supported. |
| Audio Options | Mix controls | Reported | Balance audio levels. |
| Co-op Support | Co-op modes | Confirmed | Online co-op and shared/split-screen co-op (useful for supported play). |
| Text & UI | Text size / UI scaling | Not confirmed | Not publicly listed. Check in-game settings. |
| Controls | Remapping | Not confirmed | Not publicly listed. |
| Visual | Colourblind settings | Not confirmed | Not publicly listed. |
Disclaimer: Accessibility features may change with updates and differ across platforms. If a specific option is essential for you, double-check the in-game settings (or ask the developers) before purchasing.
TLDR;
- Absolum has passed 500,000 copies sold.
- Free update Threads of Fate lands 12 February.
- Adds Mystic Ordeal (modifier-driven challenge mode), Corrupted Regions (post-game dangers and rewards), plus new mounts, rewards, and improvements.
- Out now on PC, Switch, PS4, PS5 for €24.99.
Stay unruly.
