Back to the Dawn: Enhancements and Fixes Announced for Upcoming Release

September 12, 2025

Devolver Digital has recently announced significant updates and fixes for their upcoming RPG title, Back to the Dawn. Scheduled for release in 2026 on Nintendo Switch and Sony PlayStation, this story-rich experience set within a high-security prison will also feature an official Korean localization alongside its console debuts.

New Features

• Expanded the Concept Art Collection with additional languages: English, Japanese, and Traditional Chinese.
• Optimized the New Game+ experience, allowing players to skip certain story elements post-completion for a more streamlined journey.
• Enhanced the 'Desperate Help' quest with new branches involving White the Rabbit, offering expanded narrative opportunities.
• Added an option to retake a shower if afflicted with the Smelly debuff, ensuring player comfort and convenience.
• Included visual guidance prompts for navigating the 'portable toilet' and deciphering the 'price sign on the wall,' improving user experience.
• Introduced a [Use Intercom] option adjacent to the Infirmary Consultation Room door, streamlining communication within the prison environment.

Bug Fixes

• Corrected the display of incorrect information for the war correspondent’s debuff, ensuring accurate in-game status updates.
• Resolved an issue where Guard Rob remained滞留在走廊B after a riot, preventing disruptions to gameplay flow.
• Fixed William getting stuck in the mail room post-lunchtime, eliminating character-related glitches that hinder progress.
• Corrected character positioning during Bob and Surtr’s phone call cutscene, enhancing scene coherence and visual appeal.
• Addressed issues with gifting to Dr. Beth due to limited pocket space, ensuring smoother interaction mechanics.
• Fixed reflective glasses causing combat skill cooldowns to drop below zero, balancing gameplay mechanics effectively.
• Resolved incorrect catcher's animation during the prison yard baseball activity when the pitcher was absent, improving overall game performance and realism.

For more detailed information regarding these updates, please visit the official announcement page: Steam Community Announcement.

Back to the Dawn promises a gripping narrative, strategic gameplay, and a wealth of content for players to explore. With these enhancements and bug fixes, players can look forward to an even more polished and immersive experience when the game launches in 2026.