Elin September Newsletter Details Hamster Release and New Items

The official September newsletter for the Steam roguelike Elin has been published by developer noa. Released on September 22, this seventh edition of the monthly community update highlights several gameplay changes and new content additions currently available in the Nightly build. A notable mechanical shift allows players to free hamsters from their wheels using a hammer, transforming them into potential pets rather than stationary fixtures.
The update also introduces the Embryolith, a powerful relic crafted from gems or genes that can be equipped as an item. Players can now utilize the Missile spellbook from the Mages Guild, which automatically homes in on multiple scattered enemies. Additional features include new furniture pieces like large bookshelves and tables, as well as new monster variants such as the Imoutomaton and Girlmaton found in North Tyris.
Beyond gameplay mechanics, the newsletter covers community events, including the upcoming Ylva Vending Machine doujinshi sale at SUPER COMIC CITY Kansai 2027. It also features Q&A responses regarding prayer mechanics, future continent expansions, and travel methods like ships.
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Original headline at AUTOMATON WEST: “The official September newsletter for Steam’s chaotic roguelike Elin has been released. The hamsters have been freed – farewell to the hamster wheel!”
Key facts
- Release date
- September 22
- Platform
- Steam
- Developer
- noa
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- #Elin
- #Indie
- #Indie Game
- #Noa
- #Roguelike
- #Steam
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