Dual Effect and PQube have released a new public beta branch update for Tormented Souls 2, bringing a large set of bug fixes and gameplay improvements ahead of a wider rollout. Patch 1.5.0.2 mainly targets crashes, interaction issues, controller problems, and several New Game Plus-specific bugs.
The update also addresses achievement tracking problems and multiple issues tied to the Laser Eye weapon. If testing goes smoothly during the soft launch period, the patch is expected to release to all players on Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG next week, with console versions planned afterward.
General Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where players could not interact with the Church mirror after completing its puzzle unless they moved away and returned
- Fixed the shotgun icon changing barrel numbers when using weapon shortcuts
- Fixed the flashlight spinning without player input while examining it in the inventory
- Fixed a crash occurring when entering Classroom 103
- Fixed a Fatal Error crash while the game was paused in the background
- Fixed the Type C controller remaining visible on screen
- Fixed an issue preventing players from upscaling to 2K resolution
- Fixed credit alignment issues on ultrawide displays
New Game Plus Fixes
- Fixed the Laser Eye unlocking incorrectly with 10 batteries
- Fixed the Laser Eye weapon becoming unavailable in the Workshop during later New Game Plus runs
- Fixed the Laser Eye aiming incorrectly against Nautilus
- Fixed the Laser Eye targeting upper mall areas instead of nearby enemies
- Fixed the Laser Eye failing to work correctly against Dr Hertz at certain angles
- Fixed the Flamethrower aiming to the side while targets were directly ahead
Achievements and Trophies
- Fixed issues preventing some achievements from unlocking during gameplay
Public Beta Branch Instructions
Players can access the public beta branch by following these steps:
- Right-click Tormented Souls 2 in the Steam Library
- Select “Game versions & betas”
- Choose the “public_beta” version
- Open “Installed files”
- Verify the integrity of game files
Additional Details
- Developers are monitoring feedback during the beta rollout
- Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG releases are planned for next week if no major issues are reported
- PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions are planned to follow the week afterward
Tormented Souls 2 launched on October 23, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Developed by Dual Effect and published by PQube, the survival horror sequel follows Caroline Walker as she investigates a remote South American clinic while battling monstrous enemies and solving environmental puzzles.
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