- PAX Demo Week X The MIX Announcement - Demo 1.3.2 - 1 September 2026
The wait is almost over. On September 3, 2026 the Surfpunk demo will be returning for a full week, until September 10.With that said, this Demo Week you’ll have the opportunity to unlock the brand-new TORN SHIRT cosmetic (made to match your **STRAW HAT**). Just open the demo during Demo Week and load onto the Beastship. The Torn Shirt will be added to your inventory automatically and fits both body types. Like your other unlocked cosmetics, it will stick with you through Early Access launch! ---- Surfpunk will also have a presence at:💀 The MIX Showcase in Seattle on September 4Event: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM PTLocation: 115 Bell St, Seattle, WA 98121⭐ If you’re attending The MIX, stop by to play Surfpunk, meet the team, and pick up a shiny Surfpunk trading card with a secret code for an exclusive cosmetic! (While supplies last.)Don’t live near Seattle?No worries, we’re bringing the hangout o…
- Friendship Update - Demo 1.3.1 - 24 July 2026
Happy Friendship Day Weekend, Crew!The Demo is back, and your raiders are ready to pick up exactly where they left off! Came close to unlocking your favorite color scheme at the Atelier? Or maybe you want to see what a fully loaded weapon can do? Whatever your passion, you can keep progressing like you never left. Demo Weekend #2 will be live from July 30th - August 3rd!We have 5 new exclusive ChinaJoy-themed cosmetics available to unlock free this weekend only. Complete at least four missions in multiplayer to unlock them all!-----------------CHANGELOGGeneral Changes• Various bug fixes• Reduced Burning debuff damage• Added sound for Burning debuff• Added camera zoom with mouse scrollAtelier Cosmetics• Added 3 new hairdos• Added 2 new swimsuits
- Summer Update - Demo 1.3 - 2 July 2026
We're back with loads of new stuff, so hold onto your butts! From new mission types and enemies to stronger abilities and more ways to earn loot, there will be plenty of booty for your barge. The latest Surfpunk demo experience will be live from July 3rd - July 6th! Check out the trailer: From July 2 - July 5, we’ve partnered with a few coffee shops around the Anime Expo to offer you real-life loot and in-game anime cosmetics! You’ll need to find participating locations on the map, and purchase a menu item to receive your trading card pack. Some locations may have Surfpunk themed menu items!More info here: https://www.surfpunk.withvendetta.com/treasurehunt-axIn addition to the demo updates and Anime Expo, Surfpunk will be at the Loto-Québec Indie Game Zone at Montreal Comiccon. Come share a “Crush ‘n Rush” with us in person at booth #6045! We'll also have trading card packs and pins to…
- Surfpunk Demo - Shutdown Details - 12 June 2026
It's been nearly two years since we revealed Surfpunk. As we get closer to launch, we'll need to put all of our focus into the final stretch before early access. And so, yesterday at 4:20 PM ET, the Steam demo went up in smoke. 💨 You probably have plenty of questions about the shutdown, and we've got answers. Frequently Asked Questions: https://dblstallion.com/faq-surfpunkThis summer we will be holding specific DEMO WEEKENDS that will feature brand new content, including exclusive cosmetics. Each weekend will also coincide with in-person events where we will be distributing shiny Surfpunk trading cards. Check out the roadmap below! July 3-6DEMO WEEKEND #1Anime Expo (L.A.)Montreal ComicconJuly 31-Aug 3DEMO WEEKEND #2ChinaJoy (Shanghai)Aug 20-23DEMO WEEKEND #3Play NYCAug 28-31DEMO WEEKEND #4Gamescom (Cologne)Oct 15-26Steam Next Fest---- We appreciate everyone who’s given the demo a go. Y…
- Sakura Update - Demo 1.2.2 - 8 May 2026
The Surfpunk demo is now playable in Japanese, with full Japanese localization and two new Japanese voice packs for your Raider. 🌸Both voice packs are available to everyone, regardless of your selected language. We’ve also added seasonal pink Mangrove trees inspired by sakura season. Play during May each year, and the islands will bloom pink again. Surf. Shred. Scavenge. 桜. In addition, Surfpunk will be showcased at this year's BitSummit Punch event in Kyoto, Japan on May 23-24. If you plan on attending, come say hi at booth 3F-D13! We’ll have exclusive swag to give away. ----------------- CHANGELOG Localization • Japanese language option Atelier Cosmetics • +2 Voice Options • New Voice Option icons Graphics • Seasonal “sakura mangroves” • Localized titlescreen logos for Japanese and Chinese
- All-Bingus Edition "The Furry Update" - Demo 1.2.1 - 1 April 2026
Happy springtime! We bring you a small patch with three new Bingus-related cosmetics to unlock via the Community Hub.We'll have a bigger update coming soon. Check out the latest Dev Update here:🦦🦦🦦 -----------------CHANGELOGBug Fixes• Fixed material discoloration issue with the One-Eyed Goggle• Fixed a bug were joining mid-mission caused a black screenNew cosmetics added to the Atelier• +2 Swimsuits (Bingus Tank Tops)• +1 Hair (Bingus Hat)
- Demo Update 1.2 - 9 March 2026
We're thrilled to be part of the MIX x Kinda Funny Spring Game Showcase! As such, we've just release our Demo update 1.2 featuring a new voice option by Ian JQ, creator of the animated series OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes! Check out our latest trailer: Additionally, this patch iterates on core elements of our game loop in an attempt to remove friction reported by some of our players. Please note: In order to fix bugs with the save system, we need to reset the progression of players who did not complete Nia’s quest for crafting the first Ultimate skill. If you have not yet crafted your first Ultimate skill, your save file will be reset and you will be required to play the training mission once again. This should have no impact on cosmetic items you may have unlocked through the Community Hub (Harbor). CHANGELOG • Performance optimizations • Various bug fixes General Balancing & Changes • Nerf…
- Hotline Update 1.1 - Dial These Digits For A Free Skin: +1-252-SURFSUP - 19 February 2026
Cowabunga Raiders! The Surfpunk Hotline is officially open! Anyone that calls +1-252-SURFSUP will receive a code to unlock a free skin that shows off your totally rad bod while in the buff! We’re also dropping a new trailer, new cosmetics, and an updated demo that’s HOTTER and WETTER than ever. Chill out with our latest trailer and changes for the demo below. Demo Update 1.1 LogbookNewsfeed is now localizedPerformance optimizationsVarious bug fixesGeneral Balancing & ChangesBackpack carrying capacity was increased as follows:– 1 player: 90->110– 2 players: 55->60– 3 players: 45 (unchanged)– 4 players: 40 (unchanged)Lowered the score required to get S Rank on a missionNerfed ‘Brawler’ Sumi (large spiders) HP + attack frequencyResupplies now reset skill cooldownsRevised OnboardingAll Weapon Classes are now unlocked from the startRe-balanced Training MissionNew Forge onboarding flow; Ultim…
- Surfpunk in the Quebec Games Celebration Showcase - 16 February 2026
Surfpunk is riding into the Quebec Games Celebration Showcase this Thursday February 19th at 6PM EST. We’ll be revealing a brand-new trailer and launching an updated demo the very same day. The showcase will also feature incredible Quebec-based studios like Thunder Lotus and Clever Endeavour, alongside many other talented developers from the region. It’s shaping up to be a great celebration of Quebec indie games, and we’re pumped to be part of it. Watch directly on Steam here: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/quebec2026 📅 February 19th ⏰ 6PM EST Tune in, catch the new trailer, and be ready to dive into the updated demo right after. More soon. 🌊 PS: Our legacy games Speed Brawl, Convergence: A League of Legends Story and Big Action Mega Fight will be on sale throughout the week to celebrate, enjoy!
- Demo Update 1.01+1.02 - Hotfix - 18 December 2025
2025.12.19 - Demo Update 1.01 + 1.02 - Hotfix New Features • 2 New hair styles were added to the Atelier • Option to play offline when starting a game (single player only) Improvements • Increased server capacity to allow more concurrent players • Updated Nia's animations • Improved attack VFX for disabler enemy Fixes • Fixed a bug where input would misbehave when changing regions • Fixed a bug where islands wouldn't correctly be marked as completed • Fixed clicking inside star rating panel not dismissing pop-up • Fixed pause menu options not scaling properly for certain resolutions • Fixed collision issue on the Beastship • Fixed rendering issues with building windows and decals • Fixed trees clipping into buildings • Fixed stretched moss issue ----------------- Please note optimization is ongoing: • Performance (framerate) is affected by internet connection • Playing with someone who…
- DEMO LAUNCH! - 16 December 2025
Hey all, We're thrilled to release our very first Demo for Surfpunk. This demo is the product of many months of hard work and playtests to refine the formula. This is just the beginning as we are committed to supporting it for months to come until we feel it has enough content & polish to justify going into Early Access. So, let me repeat that; we are planning to add much more content to the game. And with your feedback, we can prioritize what players want most! If you haven't already, you can check our latest trailer here: DEMO FEATURES 4 playable Weapon Classes 1 Training Mission 1 Game Mode (Mission Type) 4 Mission Difficulty tiers 1 Weather Modifier: Storm 4 NPC Requests to complete 25+ procedurally generated islands to scavenge Hub area to hang out in with: Character Customization Unlockable Skills & Modifiers 1 pet-able creature ≈5 hours of playtime for completing all Requests ≈10…
- Demo Update 1.0 - 16 December 2025
2025.12.16 - Demo Update 1.0 We're working as best we can on optimization, but these are known issues: • Performance (framerate) is affected by internet connection • Playing with someone who has a weaker machine might also affect your performance, even if you have a powerful computer. ----------------- Welcome to Surfpunk! Our plan is to make this a living demo that we will update with new content over the coming months leading up to our eventual Early Access. Wishlisting and sharing the game with friends is the best way to support us as we continue to improve the game and add content. Thank you for reporting bugs directly on our Discord using the "Report Bug" button on the title screen. Let us know what content you'd like to see next! CRUSH 'N RUSH!
- November Playtest Build Notes - 7 November 2025
2025.11.07 - November Playtest Build Notes Here's WHAT'S NEW for the November Playtest: • Storm mutator balancing • Wind push effect while on land was reduced significantly • Wave amplitude was increased by 25% while the storm is active • Lightning strikes are now slightly less attracted to players • Enemy balancing • 'Goomers' (green exploding Sumi) are now easier to kill in single player, and harder to kill with 4 players • 'Brawlers' (large arachnid Sumi) are now part of threat level enemy waves. They're faster and their attacks reach further • 'Brawlers' now have less HP • All large enemies are now more resistant to knockback effects • General balancing • Game difficulty was generally lowered for single player • All Ultimate slot skills had their cooldown increased by 30 to 50% • Anchor weapon balancing • Basic attacks are now 7% faster, but deal 10% less damage • Chain whip attacks…
- November Playtest is Coming! - 22 October 2025
Hey Raiders,Our next playtest is coming up soon in November!🎮How to Join the PlaytestPress Request Access on the Surfpunk Steam Page.On November 7th, a limited number of players will be randomly selected into the playtest. You will receive an email on that day if you were selected.Once you've been granted access, you'll be able to invite up to 3 of your Steam friends.Want Guaranteed Access?Create an account on our Surfpunk Community Hub.Head to the Invite tab and share your personal referral link with friends.Climb the leaderboard! The top 30 members on the Referral Leaderboard are guaranteed to receive playtest access.⭐If you've been granted access in a previous playtest, your access will still be valid.⭐🏄Connect on DiscordThe easiest way to get in touch with us is via the Double Stallion Discord server, so meet us there if you can and we can help you through any issues. It's also th…
- October Playtest Build Notes - 3 October 2025
2025.10.03 - October Playtest Build Notes Hey Raiders, Here's WHAT'S NEW since the September Playtest: • Upgraded character shaders. Now NPCs and Raiders look super slick, even up close. • Both body types now support abs, with various degrees of intensity. • Improved Atelier UI, with zoom feature. • New launch sequence cutscene. • Navi Towers have been updated to feature randomized options such as scanning for Quests, barrels, resources, etc. • The map UI got a small update with clearer icons and more feedback when scanning. • Improved keyboard + mouse controls for menus and UI. • Auto-countdown for launching missions. • New enemy models. • New guitar VFX. • V1 Spanish + Brazilian Portuguese Localization KNOWN ISSUES: • Returning to Title Screen might cause an infinite loading screen, you'll need to force-close the game and re-open. • If you invite friends to your game, make sure you ar…
- October Playtest is Here! - 3 October 2025
Hey Raiders, We're putting the finishing touches on the Surfpunk Playtest build and will be flipping the switch to live in just a few hours.🎮Playtest DetailsIf you've received an email from Steam inviting you to the playtest, then you've been selected and should see it pop in your library once we go live this afternoon. I know the email says its already available... apologies for the confusion there. We are aiming to have the build ready by 3pm EDT (GMT-4) at the latest, but it may pop into your libraries sooner. Please bear with us, it's the first time we run a playtest through Steam...! 😅 🏄Connect on DiscordThe easiest way to get in touch with us is via the Double Stallion Discord server, so meet us there if you can and we can help you through any issues. It's also the best place to give us feedback and report bugs. We're counting on you to help us improve the game and really value…
- Surfpunk Alpha Playtest Sign Ups Now Open! - 18 September 2025
Hey all,We've got a lot coming in the next few months and are opening up our playtests via the Steam feature. You can now sign up by clicking "Request Access" directly on Surfpunk's Steam page. Our next playtest is scheduled for the weekend of October 3-4-5. Come one, come all! Surfpunk is best played with your best buddies!!
- Storm Mutator + NPC Quests - 29 August 2025
Hey everyone, 🎬Here's a quick update on our production: We're back in the swing of things and ready to ramp up playtests this fall. If you haven't already, please tell all your friends, we want to get lots of people playing so we can get loads of feedback to improve the game! Sign up at surfpunkgame.com.We're planning several weather mutators, but the first is thunder storms. When storms rise, the sea gets wavy, wind blows and lightning strikes!In addition to standard mission objectives (EG; Evress), we're working on NPC quests that advance narrative and give additional goodies when completed.We've also got some shiny art improvements, new enemy characters models, environment art and more! Next playtest is Friday September 5th, don't miss it! CRUSH 'N RUSH! 🤙 - Eric
- Progression Systems & Swimsuits - 1 July 2025
Hey everyone, 🎬Here's a quick update on our production: This last month, we've had to spend some time refactoring, meaning tweaking the code to allow the game to run better and with less errors. This will pave the wave for us to build content and features more easily going forward.Our main focus at the moment is overhauling the metagame to allow clearer progression systems, more 'goals' to strive for, and generally clearer UI.We've also tweaked our Raider models and added a few swimsuit options. It comes with the expectations of a beach-themed game! After all this, we'll be back on new mission features and content.We've also got our full art team back onboard, so expect a lot of visual improvements in the coming months!Summer time means vacation time, so our regular schedule for updates and playtests may get a little shaken, but we'll do our best to keep you informed! Thank you for you…
- Making a Tutorial That Doesn’t Suck - 29 May 2025
Hey everyone, What have we been working on? This last sprint we built the first version of our tutorial quest. After April's playtest, we realized it was getting really important to properly onboard players, as many playtesters were getting frustrated due to not quite understanding the loop. It's really important for me that the tutorial NOT be a slog, but it's actually quite complex to balance this with proper teaching. Unfortunately for us, Surfpunk's loop and many of its mechanics are a bit unusual for the genre, so we need to fight expectations. Notably, the game is NOT a Roguelike, and it's a challenge to message that when so many indie top-down games are. Especially since I think Surfpunk still appeals to Roguelike players and that's totally ok! I'm hoping that for most players, they'll just get onboarded by their friends, but we want to support folks who want to pick up the basic…
