Stupid Never Dies developers roll out demo improvements including Combat Camera Assist

The team behind the upcoming action game has implemented improved attack tracking and an optional camera assistance feature based on player feedback from the demo.

Stupid Never Dies combat gameplay with camera assist feature
Image source: AUTOMATON West

Stupid Never Dies developers have released updates addressing the most common feedback from the game's demo, including improved attack tracking and a new optional Combat Camera Assist feature.

The improvements are live as of today. The developer focused on two key areas that players flagged during demo testing: combat visibility and camera control during fights. The attack tracking enhancements make it clearer when your character connects with enemies, while the Combat Camera Assist option allows players to customize camera behavior in combat to suit their preference.

The move reflects the studio's ongoing approach to refining the game before full release. Feedback from demo phases has become standard practice for action games, particularly those with complex combat systems where camera and feedback responsiveness directly affect how satisfying combat feels to players.

No release date for the full game has been announced. The demo remains available for players to test the updated systems firsthand.

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  1. AUTOMATON WestEstablished publication · recorded Sep 23, 2026
    Stupid Never Dies developers address players’ biggest demo concerns with improved attack tracking and optional Combat Camera Assist
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