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Wild West Soulslike Tombwater Now Lets Players Change Classes Without Starting Over

The latest update also adds a challenging new boss, six additional languages and the game's largest discount to date during Steam Scream Fest.

GREEN BAY, Wisconsin (October 26, 2026) | Publisher Midwest Games and indie developers Max Mraz and Jake Wagner of Moth Atlas have released a new update for Tombwater, the 2D Wild West Soulslike action RPG.

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The update introduces the highly requested Class Respec feature, allowing players to change classes and experiment with different builds without starting a new game. It also adds a challenging new boss encounter and six additional languages. To celebrate, Tombwater is available for $14.99 (40% off its regular $24.99 price) during Steam Scream Fest through November 2, marking its largest discount to date.

Watch the latest Tombwater trailer here: YouTube | Download

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Set in a decaying frontier town plagued by eldritch horrors, Tombwater follows a lone gunslinger searching for a long-lost friend while fighting to protect their sanity. Inspired by The Legend of Zelda, Bloodborne, and Hollow Knight, the game combines challenging combat, interconnected exploration, and gruesome boss encounters in a haunting Wild West setting.

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Experiment With New Builds Without Starting Over

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‍One of the most requested additions from the Tombwater community, Class Respec allows players to change their class and reallocate base stats without starting a new game. This gives players more freedom to experiment with different builds and combat approaches.

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To respec, players must visit the saloon at Vauxhall Mining Camp, where they can share a drink with Drinks Johnson in exchange for at least one Whiskey Bottle.

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Players can switch between all seven classes, each offering a different approach to combat:

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  • Soldier: A durable frontline fighter built around strength, endurance, and powerful melee attacks.
  • Gunslinger: A ranged specialist who relies on fast, high-damage gunfire to take down enemies from a distance.
  • Occultist: A magic-focused class specializing in hexes, with increased resistance to Madness.
  • Tinkerer: A resourceful fighter who makes the most of crafted items, explosives, traps, and potions.
  • Spellblade: A hybrid fighter who combines close-range swordplay with magic and hexes.
  • Drifter: A versatile, mobile fighter who uses quick movement and dashing sword attacks to outmaneuver enemies.
  • Nameless: A challenging option for experienced Soulslike players, with limited starting advantages and little room for error.

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Players can also reallocate their HP, MP, and Stamina. Starting equipment remains tied to the character's original class.

Take on the Lanternkeeper

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A challenging new boss awaits in the Casket Workshop in the North Graveyard. The Lanternkeeper offers a difficult encounter for experienced players, giving even those who have already completed Tombwater a new reason to return.

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To reach the boss arena, players must navigate the workshop and use Wraith Shot to light ten candles. Defeating the Lanternkeeper rewards players with the Ghostlamp Blade, a new weapon that causes bothBurn and Cold status effects to build up on enemies.

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Six New Languages

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‍Previously available only in English, Tombwater now supports six additional languages:

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  • Simplified Chinese
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • German
  • Brazilian Portuguese
  • Latin American Spanish

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Tombwater is available on Windows PC via Steam for $24.99. During Steam Scream Fest, players can purchase the game for $14.99 (40% off) through November 2, marking its largest discount to date.

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A full press kit with assets is available here: https://uberstrategist.link/Tombwater-PressKit

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About Moth Atlas

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Moth Atlas is an independent game studio based in Columbus, Ohio, led by Max Mraz and Jake Wagner. Its previous projects include the action RPG Ocean's Heart and Yarntown, a tribute to Bloodborne. The studio's latest game, Tombwater, won GDEX's "Best of Show" award in 2023. Moth Atlas develops games using Solarus, a free and open-source game engine.

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For updates on Tombwater, follow the game on TikTok, Instagram, and Discord.

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About Midwest Games

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Midwest Games is your co-pilot for modern publishing, providing flexible, for-hire support for games across PC, consoles, and more. Led by games and entertainment veterans and proudly based in the U.S. Midwest, the company works with developers and global publishers worldwide.

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With a fiercely independent spirit, Midwest Games believes great games come from well-supported teams. Its approach is built on honest partnerships, strong relationships, and expert services tailored to create long-term value for each team.

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Follow Midwest Games on X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. For more information, please visit midwestgames.com.

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PRESS CONTACT

‍Erich Schuler, Florence Di Ruocco and Sean Walsh

UberStrategist Inc.

‍pr@uberstrategist.com‍

1-646-844-8388

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