Stonegate 1.2.2 gives the opening expedition a stronger start and finish

We heard your feedback: Stonegate’s opening hour needed clearer guidance and a stronger finish. Version 1.2.2 is now available on the App Store for iPhone and iPad.

New companies can head into the Ember Ward with an equipped, balanced six-person party. Players who want to build every adventurer themselves can still create a custom company.

The first expedition now teaches the essentials in context: a short combat lesson covers targets, back-row healing, and the cost of a failed escape; an early map reminder helps new explorers find the automap; and the first recovery lesson explains the difference between the Inn and the Temple. Each lesson appears only when it is useful and is remembered across new companies on the same installation.

The Bellbound Watcher now guards the stairs at the end of Depth 1, giving the included expedition a real climax. Before descending, town shows the Ember Ward and the five sealed depths below it, while the Full Campaign screen names the guardian waiting on each deeper floor before you decide whether to unlock them.

Existing saves remain compatible. Stonegate is free to download with Depth 1 included; a one-time $7.99 Full Campaign Unlock opens Depths 2–6. There are no advertisements, subscriptions, consumable premium currencies, or paid character power.

Download Stonegate: The Mad Baron from the App Store, visit the game page, or read the complete release notes.