Gear Up Einstein! demo update adds Crossroads and Divergence systems
The free Linux demo of co-op strategy roguelite Gear Up Einstein! has been updated with new Crossroad and Divergence systems, reworked bosses, and leaderboards ahead of its November 6 Early Access launch.
Summary
No Deadlines Studio released a major update to the Gear Up Einstein! demo on Steam for Linux, Mac, and Windows. The co-op strategy roguelite adds the Crossroad system with five branching paths per run, the Divergence system that introduces anachronistic gear and enemies, reworked final boss and elite foes, new era-specific combat rules, passive skills, and leaderboards. The demo is part of Steam Next Fest running October 19-26, with Early Access launching November 6. The game supports solo play, local and online co-op for up to three players, and crossplay between Steam and Itch.io.
What's new in the demo update
- Crossroad system: Five branching paths per run, each leading to era-themed events with loot or combat modifiers
- Divergence system: Time distortion introduces gear and enemies from other eras, with Crossroad events also affected
- Reworked encounters: Final boss redesigned, elite foes updated, new combat rules per era
- Progression additions: New passive skills for squad-wide buffs, expanded item pool, harder-hitting gadgets
- Social features: New leaderboards (reset October 19), Spectator Mode, GIF combat replays
- Co-op support: Solo, local co-op, or online with two friends; crossplay between Steam and Itch.io
- Platform status: Linux demo live now; Steam Deck support not yet confirmed
Why it matters
The update gives Linux players a substantial free demo to evaluate ahead of Early Access, with crossplay support helping sustain a multiplayer player base across Steam and Itch.io.
Original reference: linuxgameconsortium.com →