Dev Log

Monthly development updates and news from Penitent Games.

Slap a Rocket on It
update

Slap a Rocket on It

Oct 2026

The Thruster Engine puts a steerable rocket under your board. Plus, a new Luck stat, a pile of risky new upgrades, and eight classic THPS grabs, Christ Air included.

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Drawing The Line
update

Drawing The Line

Sep 2026

Rail Blaster is here. Hold a button in the air, lay down a glowing grind rail and ride it anywhere you want. Plus, THPS-style multi-flips: tap the flip button again to stack rotations onto a trick.

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I'm Flipping Out
update

I'm Flipping Out

Aug 2026

Aerial mode is here. Grab your board, double-tap a direction and pull off SSX-style flips, then carry them straight over a spine transfer. Plus, a new type of challenge!

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Gravity is a lie.
update

Gravity is a lie.

Jul 2026

The gravity system has received a hefty update that will allow finer tuning. Plus, gravity can now pull you out of vert mode.

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Cybordz v0.2 released!
announcement

Cybordz v0.2 released!

Jun 2026

Welcome to the next phase in the evolution of Cybordz! Experience an improved game loop and new features in this major update. Available now on steam!

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Hack and Dash
update

Hack and Dash

May 2026

Hack components on platforms to alter gravity on the level! Also, Boost is replaced with Dash, making the special ability more useful and less dangerous while on platforms.

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Death by Gravity
update

Death by Gravity

Apr 2026

Gravity is now deadly, too much or too little will kill you, triggering a 10% time penalty. Oof... Plus, the Gravity Pipeline gets a new dimension: broken platforms along the way block your progress. Collect the missing parts to repair it and continue your journey.

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2026: A Level Design Odyssey
update

2026: A Level Design Odyssey

Mar 2026

Buckle up for a game design heavy discussion on the challenges of Cybordz level design.

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Turbo Mode and a New Look
update

Turbo Mode and a New Look

Feb 2026

Unlock Turbo Mode by doing enough tricks without bailing. Move and spin faster as you perform wild and wacky stunt tricks. The new year also brings an improved look!

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Welcome to the Cybordz Dev Log
announcement

Welcome to the Cybordz Dev Log

Jan 2026

I'm starting a dev log to share monthly updates on Cybordz — what's shipping, what's next, and the occasional behind-the-scenes look at building a game solo.

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