Witchfire’s Webgrave Update Adds New Region, Systems, and Tutorial in Major Early Access Expansion

The dark fantasy FPS from The Astronauts receives a new area, revamped mechanics, and its most requested onboarding feature

WARSAW, Poland (July 28, 2025) – The Astronauts, developers of the acclaimed indie title The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, have released the Webgrave Update for their dark fantasy shooter Witchfire. The update is now available on Steam and Epic Games Store, expanding the game’s Early Access content with a new region, upgraded systems, new abilities, and long-requested quality-of-life improvements. To mark the update, Witchfire is currently discounted by 20% on both platforms.

Webgrave: A Twisted New Region Awaits

The update introduces Velmorne, a new multi-layered region once known as a peaceful town—until its citizens were twisted by witchcraft. Now they prowl abandoned squares and alleys, ambushing intruders in the shadows. This new region adds depth to the game’s atmospheric world and presents new challenges for Preyers venturing into its haunted streets.

New Systems and Improvements

The Webgrave Update brings several gameplay and onboarding enhancements:
New Tutorial Map: A new introductory map has been added, set before the player’s arrival at the Hermitory, to help new and returning players understand the basics.

Workshop & Stats 2.0: The gear research and character stat systems have been redesigned for better clarity.

Rosary Beads: A brand-new customization system allows players to enhance their Preyer’s abilities with more tailored builds.

Gnosis VI: A new high-difficulty setting designed for veteran players who have mastered previous tiers.

A full changelog and patch notes can be found on the official website of The Astronauts.

About Witchfire

Developed by key creatives behind Painkiller and Bulletstorm, Witchfire blends elements of dark fantasy, soulslike combat, roguelite structure, and extraction-style expeditions. Players take on the role of a sinner-turned-Preyer, tasked with hunting the Witch of the Black Sea across cursed biomes.

The game launched in Early Access on Epic Games Store in September 2023, followed by a Steam Early Access release on September 23, 2024. Ongoing feedback from players has significantly shaped development since launch.

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