- The Brazilian Portuguese translation has arrived! - 22 April 2026
Brazilian players, now is the time to dive into the world of Bo! Brazilian Portuguese is now officially available!
- Patch Notes v1.2.7 - 14 April 2026
Hello Bommunity! Today we have a tiny little patch with nothing major. Thank you for all the new players that have been finding Bo recently! We hope you have a great time playing! Join our community wherever you are here: https://linktr.ee/SquidShockStudiosCreditsUpdated the game credits to include localizers for the Tanuki Kabuki update.LocalizationSlightly enlarged the Brazilian Portuguese body text font.Updated Brazilian Portuguese translationsFixed delayed localization occurring when engaging with the Banzuke Boss selection in the Kabuki Theater after changing in a different language other than English.Decreased wait times before being able to skip splash screensUzumaki Cave DesignRemoved hittable statues next to Dodomeki in order to avoid a potential softlock in Uzumaki CaveSlightly resized some platforms and removed a set of spikes in Uzumaki Cave’s Main Chamber.Slightly changed g…
- v1.2.6 Update Patch Notes - 24 January 2026
v1.2.6 Update Patch NotesHello Steam community! 🦊We’re back with another round of polish, fixes and improvements! This update focuses on smoothing out the early-game experience and expanding our language support to welcome more players to the fold.We’ve been keeping a close eye on your playthroughs and bug reports in the https://discord.gg/mvXDhcamxc Many of the changes below are a direct result of your feedback on Steam and the Discord. Check out the full breakdown below: 🛠️ Patch Overview:This patch introduces Brazilian Portuguese localization and a series of "feel" improvements for Bo’s movement, including new input buffering tweaking for the grapple. We’ve also given the Uzumaki Cave area very slight tweaks.🌐 LocalizationTudo bem! Brazilian Portuguese translations have been added for the entire game and all Steam achievements.Added missing translations for the “Rearrange Furnitur…
- 🏮 Official Bo Fan Art Competition 2026 - 2 January 2026
🏮 Official Fan Art Competition: Feature in the Bō Digital Art Book! Happy New Year, Bommunity! To kick off 2026, we’re looking for community fan art to feature in our upcoming Official Digital Art Book. We want this book to be the ultimate love letter to the world of Strange Garden, and that includes your incredible talent.What: A community competition to have your art featured in the official Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus Digital Art Book!Prizes: Grand Prize includes a Fan Gamer T-shirt, 3 Steam keys, and a copy of the Art Book.Deadline: Submissions are open now through February 1st, 2026.How to Submit: Submit via SteamShare in the Bo Steam Community Artwork section—include the hashtags #bofanartcompetition2026 #bopathoftheteallotus in the description!https://steamcommunity.com/app/1614440/images/Other methods of entry via social media are listed in the google doc below!PLEASE READ The F…
- Steam Trading Cards are HERE! - 9 December 2025
🏮 Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus Steam Trading Cards are LIVE!Hello Bōmmunity!We are excited to announce that Steam Trading Cards are officially available for Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus! Thank you for your patience while we finalized the artwork and worked through the approval process. You can now start earning, collecting, and trading items featuring your favorite characters and scenes from the game.🗓️ Get Started Now:The Trading Card drops, badges, and all community items are now live! About Steam Trading Cards:https://steamcommunity.com/tradingcards/ The Squid Shock Studios Team 🦑💙
- v1.2.5 Update Patch Notes - 8 December 2025
Hey Steam community,Just a small update this week that fixes some things that we caught from player feedback. Thanks again for playing! Please continue to give us feedback, comments, and suggestions, preferably through our Discord server linked below.Discord:https://discord.gg/mvXDhcamxc v1.2.5 UpdatePlayer ControllerFixed a bug that caused the input buffering for staff attacks to not properly buffer. The input buffer timer for all staff attacks is now 0.12s.BossesFixed occasional softlock in which the player would be blocked by an invisible wall when spawned at the end of the Hashihime wave chase after completing the wave chase and dying to the Hashihime boss fight without saving.Fixed an occasional issue where Shogun would resume the much older final stages rather than begin the new chase sequence
- v1.2.4 Update Patch Notes - 30 November 2025
Hello Steam community! 🦊Today we dropped a new patch that fixes some minor things that were brought up in the first two weeks of testing the new Tanuki Kabuki Update. We're actively listening to all your feedback in our Discord about new features and ways we can improve the game. If you have any suggestions, please let us know in our Discord (join here: https://discord.gg/mvXDhcamxc) because we are the most active in there!As for the patch notes, check them out below:🛠️ Patch Overview: This patch focuses on resolving bugs and adding small new features to make the new content feel as smooth as possible. We added quality of life improvements and bug fixes primarily for the Kabuki Theater (Boss Rush) and the Doll Machine. You can now retry Boss Rush trials easily, and we've significantly improved the experience of collecting new dolls with new pull options and a reduced chance of duplica…
- v1.2.3 Update Patch Notes - 17 November 2025
Patch Notes: Small Fixes & Community Feedback UpdateHey Steam community,We hope everyone is enjoying the new Tanuki Kabuki update! We have been closely monitoring player reports and sincerely appreciate all the wonderful feedback and kind words we’ve received so far.Based on that feedback, we're releasing a small update today that addresses a few rare issues that occurred during certain playthroughs and clears up some minor bugs in the new content.Thanks again for playing! Please continue to give us feedback, comments, and suggestions, preferably through our Discord server linked below.Discord: https://discord.gg/mvXDhcamxcv1.2.3 Patch NotesBossesPotentially resolved an issue where the daitengu boss would occasionally get stuck in Kabuki Theater boss rush fight. We will be keeping a close eye on this bug moving forward.The “adding salt to the wound” achievement now properly updates when…
- Major Free Content Update: The Tanuki Kabuki! - 13 November 2025
Tanuki Kabuki Update OverviewThis major update introduces The Tanuki Kabuki Content Update, a free expansion that adds new post-game content, challenge modes, and collectible systems to Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus. Players can now engage in Boss Rush challenges, discover hidden Tanuki in the new Tanuki Tracker questline, unlock an extensive gacha-based Bestiary system and much more! The update also includes numerous base game improvements, quality-of-life changes, balance adjustments, and bug fixes aimed at enhancing gameplay flow, accessibility, and overall stability.The Tanuki Kabuki Content Update has been added to the base game of Bo: Path of The Teal Lotus. To access the new content, players must reach the end credits of the base game and then load up the same save file again.New Content Update FeaturesBoss Rush ModeSolo Mode: Replay each boss encounter from the main game individual…
- Introducing the Possessor(s) x Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus Bundle! - 11 November 2025
Ready for an adventure? We're excited to announce the Possessor(s) x Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus Bundle!Explore beautifully animated worlds, weave your way through tense encounters with expert precision, and take on a myriad of other-worldly bosses from the exquisite to the haunting with the Possessor(s) x Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus Bundle.The bundle includes:Bō: Path of the Teal LotusA hand-drawn 2.5D action platformer inspired by Japanese folklore. Undertake a mystical journey as Bō, a celestial blossom (fox tentaihana) descended from the heavens to fulfill a mysterious ancient prophecy. Engage in acrobatic aerial combat, unlock powerful mystical abilities, and explore an interconnected world of myth as you seek to unravel the mysteries of your origin.Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus Steam PagePossessor(s)Set in the sprawling ruins of Sanzu City, Possessor(s) follows Luca, a high-schooler wh…
- New FREE Music Release! Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus - Lo-Fi Beats - 19 July 2025
New FREE Music Release: Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus - Lo-Fi Beats to Study & Relax (Volume 1) is Here! Watch the Lo-Fi Mix Now!Head over to our official YouTube channel to experience it: You can also download the Royalty FREE MP3s here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XPJ-Sukr0X45jnIXHcITKsY6PXfBB0p2Sf7jgbj8oYQ/edit?usp=sharingWe're excited to share a special piece of content that's part of our ongoing celebration of Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus's one-year anniversary! Introducing Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus - Lo-Fi Beats to Study & Relax (Volume 1), a unique music mix now available on our YouTube channel. Dive back into the enchanting world of Bo with these calming, chillhop remixes of our original soundtrack, set against beautiful animated loops. It's the perfect companion for your study sessions, focused work, or simply unwinding after a long day. We hope this video brings a peaceful…
- Get Ready! Bō is Coming to Summer Games Done Quick 2025! - 9 July 2025
Get Ready! Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus is Coming to Summer Games Done Quick 2025! Watch here on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at 8:32 AM PDT:Big news, Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus fans! Our very own game is officially part of Summer Games Done Quick (SGDQ) 2025, and you absolutely won't want to miss it! SGDQ is a prominent speedrunning marathon where talented players complete games as fast as possible, all to raise money for charity. This year, SGDQ is supporting Doctors Without Borders, an international medical humanitarian organization that provides aid in nearly 70 countries. This is an incredible opportunity to see the game played at a high level for a truly great cause. When and Where to WatchMark your calendars! The Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus run is scheduled to kick off at these times: Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at 5:32 AMEastern Daylight Time (EDT): Saturday…
- New Merch Drop: The Teal Lotus Blooms T-Shirt Now Available! - 23 April 2025
Greetings, Bo fans! We're thrilled to announce the release of our first official Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus T-shirt, available now through our partners at Fangamer! 🛍️ Click here to get yours! https://www.fangamer.com/cdn/shop/files/product_Bo_teal_lotus_shirt_photo1_5b2c214a-c36d-4098-9dcd-5f6273301692.png?crop=center&height=1200&v=1744238017&width=1800 The Teal Lotus Blooms This beautifully designed T-shirt features original artwork by Jorge M. Velez, capturing the essence of Bo's journey. Printed on soft, high-quality 100% cotton, available in all sizes! 🎁 Bonus Gift: Each shirt comes with a free "Chomper Daruma" sticker (approximately 2 inches wide, while supplies last), adding a touch of charm to your collection. https://www.fangamer.com/cdn/shop/files/product_Bo_teal_lotus_shirt_photo3_e15e5327-3033-4f17-aabe-44f7f8389efb.png?crop=center&height=1200&v=1744238016&width=1800 Show…
- Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus Soundtrack Is Now Available! - 18 December 2024
Mystical. Magical. Melodic. Immerse yourself in Squid Shock's celestial world with the Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus soundtrack ✨🎶 Available NOW on its own or bundled with the game!
- Version V1.1.7 Update - 4 November 2024
Game Update Patch Notes V1.1.7 This small update addresses a number of bugs and includes minor adjustments to improve gameplay flow and player experience. We’ve fixed several softlock issues, adjusted specific gameplay sequences for smoother navigation, and polished some visuals. Thank you for your ongoing support and feedback! Bug Fixes Fixed an edge case where the player could receive killzone damage while transitioning from the Yokozuna Boss Room to the Megumi Mountain Summit after receiving the Kabuto Wings. Fixed an issue where newly received items occasionally would not disappear in the Japanese language version, specifically for Chomper Daruma and Kodama Charcoal notifications. This was due to an unrelated issue causing lag during the fade-out of item gain notifications, particularly affecting UI blocks that are localized before appearing after the item received pop-up is deactiv…
- From Cosmic Horrors to Legendary Myths: Introducing the Red Lotus Bundle - 24 October 2024
Ready for an adventure? We're excited to announce the Red Lotus Bundle, bringing together Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus and Voidwrought in one incredible package! Explore beautifully hand-drawn worlds, weave your way through tense encounters with expert precision, and take on a myriad of other-worldly bosses from the exquisite to the grotesque in the Red Lotus Bundle. The Red Lotus Bundle includes: Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus, a hand-drawn 2.5D action platformer inspired by Japanese folklore. Undertake a mystical journey as Bō, a celestial blossom (fox tentaihana) descended from the heavens to fulfill a mysterious ancient prophecy. Engage in acrobatic aerial combat, unlock powerful mystical abilities, and explore an interconnected world of myth as you seek to unravel the mysteries of your origin. Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus Steam Page Voidwrought, a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn w…
- Update Hotfix V1.1.5 - 28 September 2024
Game Update Patch Notes V1.1.5 HOTFIX Bug Fixes Fixed an issue where a 100% completion of the game was only being registered as 98% for some players. Players who have already fully completed the game and only received a 98% completion should automatically see the text updated to "100%" the next time you enter a save file that has 100% completion.
- Version 1.1.4 Update - 15 September 2024
GENERAL OVERVIEW This update focuses on refining boss fights, fixing critical bugs, and improving overall gameplay. Key changes include improving hitboxes and better telegraphing for Sakura Shogun, Asahi, and Kiri Kiri Bozu, along with platforming and camera improvements to enhance immersion. Several bugs, including UI navigation issues and game completion tracking, have been fixed, and visual effects for attacks have been improved. These changes aim to provide a smoother, more balanced experience across the board. Bug Fixes: Omamori Healing Fix: Fixed an issue where the Elegance and Progress Omamori healing effects would conflict with each other when both were equipped simultaneously. Game Completion Percentage: Refactored the backend calculation of game completion percentage to improve accuracy. Steam Sync: On save file load, game completion percentage on Steam is updated if the Steam…
- Version 1.1.3 Update - 27 August 2024
Hi everyone! Today we're pleased to release version 1.1.3 which focuses on NPC related issue as some general fixes and improvements! Version 1.1.3 Release Notes NPC Fixes Fixed a range of major NPC-related issues, stemming from a similar problem of pressing the interact input while a UI notification was active while talking to an NPC. It was essentially the same as the Daruma Shop game-breaker issue fixed in the previous patch but with other NPCs. The fixed NPCs include: Daichi when updating the Vermillion Stranger Quest, and receiving a project available notification. Asahi next to the Uzumaki Cave entrance, when receiving the Eye of the Beast quest. Gyoji in Sakura City Tier 1, when receiving a project available notification Kiyoshi in Midori Forest, when receiving A Monk’s Melody quest Fumie after completing the escort in Midori Forest, when receiving A Fox’s Wedding quest. Mitsaki w…
- Bo Plushie 2.0 - 16 August 2024
Hey Bōmmunity! Bo is BACK! The celestial blossom Bō blooms forth from the celestial realm in plushie form, ready to be cuddled and cherished by all. They wear the Cloak of the Teal Lotus and Equinox Earring in their over-sized fox ears, just as in the newly released indie game Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus from Squid Shock Studios! If you'd like to support us, and have Bo to protect you while you sleep, you can get your Plushie here
