Hope you had a great holiday period! Most of us took some well-deserved time off and are currently working on some exciting new updates.

It's still a bit early to start revealing things so don't go into this blog expecting grand new reveals, but let's discuss some of the things you can expect for Isonzo in the new year!


We're hoping to spend some extra time working out a couple of much-requested features and fixes this year. What exactly is possible and what not we're still actively looking into, but we already have a patch on the way. As for what it will include? Well, see for yourself:


The final big ticket item on the latest roadmap is, of course, Solstice Part 2. Now, the blurry image we've been using for Solstice 2 does contain something not yet in the game. Looking back, it maybe could've used a bit more blur. Many already think they know what it is, so if you haven't already, be sure to have a look!

As for the map, it's a bit better hidden. Sure, most of you have spotted a large amount of fire – and you're correct, stuff's really on fire. There's something (else) that makes this map truly unique for Isonzo though, but you'll have to wait to find out what!

It's too early to reveal the next DLC, but if you've been paying attention to our YouTube or TikTok channel[www.tiktok.com] (yes, we have a TikTok) you may have caught a glimpse of something new already. Also, this DLC will have a twist that you're probably going to love if you're an Isonzo veteran.


The astute among you may have noticed a distinct lack of... more roadmap. Aside from the roadmap being kinda a pain to edit, we're not ready to show what we've been working on quite yet. Rest assured the current end of the roadmap is not the end of the, well, road!



If you're looking to flex your rock-throwing muscles again, don't worry! Ascent will of course return again in 2025.


The Anniversary Pins campaign sold 575 units and is now officially closed! We're absolutely blown away by the support on these, and we're very excited for them to start shipping. They're facing a little production delay of a week, so they're currently scheduled to start shipping in early April. Be sure to keep an eye on the Makeship product page[www.makeship.com] to stay up-to-date!

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A small blog today as a little taste maker, but you'll slowly see more news pop up here and there in the coming weeks. Also, we're bringing back the Meet the Dev blogs! There are still a lot of developers that haven't introduced themselves yet.

See you again soon!

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This year was definitely one of the years of all time. For the WW1 Game Series, it was a great one! We released a ton of content that we feel really pushed the envelope in terms of quality. We really hope you've been enjoying everything this year and are looking forward to what's in store for 2025.

For now, let's walk down a year's worth of memory lane, which includes:

• 2 New Maps
  
• 5(-ish) New Weapons
  
• 2 Cosmetic DLC Packs + 1 Bonus DLC
  
• Content Highlights
  
• And of course the introduction of the limited-time game mode Ascent!

This year, we introduced Ascent to Isonzo! This limited-time game mode has the Italians scale one of Marmolada's cliffs with their ice picks and rope. The Austro-Hungarians are at the peak and have to defend the objective at all costs, with their limited supplies available. They do have a handy supply of rocks, however!

Ascent was playable in April and November and is sure to return in 2025!



The Austro-Hungarians push across the river Piave to capture Nervesa della Battaglia and create a foothold across the river. This battle in the region of Treviso takes the fight across water and farms into urban warfare.


At an altitude of 3000 meters, Italian forces assault the Austro-Hungarians dug in at Cima Presena. To make matters worse: the battlefield is battered by a blizzard, limiting your sight and making life even more miserable. The Italians have an uphill battle ahead of them, will they pull it off?


The arsenal of Isonzo has been expanded again this year and they sure leave a lasting impression. The Austro-Hungarians receive a captured Mosin-Nagant and a new grenade, the Italians got their hands on Isonzo's very first impact grenade and the Germans got the Artillery Luger, which quickly claimed its spot among the best. Also: rock.



If you're looking to keep warm during the winter, look no further than the Altitude Units Pack! This DLC features many thick coats, cozy hats and goggles to keep your eyes snow-free.

https://gtm.you1.cn/storesteam/app/2719540/Isonzo__Altitude_Units_Pack/


If you're looking to dress like you just went to hell and back... to each their own, I guess. Secondly, the Shellshocked Units Pack is what you'll want. It's filled to the bring with worn-down coats, bloody bandages, but also some really cool armor suited for those who are actually planning to go to hell.

https://gtm.you1.cn/storesteam/app/2719550/Isonzo__Shellshocked_Units_Pack/


We collaborated with the Movember charity to bring you the Movember Handlebar DLC for Isonzo! Get yourself the epitome of mustaches and support Movember's mission support men's healthcare, taking on prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.

Proceeds will be donated to the not-for-profit Movember organization. The DLC is available until January 2nd, 2025!

https://gtm.you1.cn/storesteam/app/3253670/Isonzo__Movember_Handlebar/



We finally got some merch! As a (kind of late) celebration of the WW1 Game Series' Anniversary, we worked together with Makeship to create a set of three fantastic pins representing each of the games. They already reached over 200% of the funding they needed to enter production, with shipping scheduled for the end of March. They're only available for a limited time, so be sure to check them out!

Find them here: https://www.makeship.com/products/ww1-game-series-10-year-anniversary-pins

https://gtm.you1.cn/storesteam/news/app/1556790/view/4454718003971358771


To celebrate the release of Montello, we organized a digital tour through the region! There's a lot of history here, WW1 and beyond. From the most successful fighter ace of WW1 and his link to Ferrari to the estimated 300,000 teenagers who mustered the Italian front line: if you're interesting in learning about history, be sure to check it out.

https://gtm.you1.cn/storesteam/news/app/1556790/view/4535779621903617205


The Adamello update brought along a Free Weekend on Steam and PlayStation, introducing a ton of new people to the community!


There's still one more big ticket item for Isonzo on the current roadmap and we're very excited to show you next year. However, we have a lot more planned than just that. It's just kind of hard to fit it all on the roadmap at this point. We'll reveal everything in due time!

From the entire BlackMill Games team, we really hope you have a pleasant Christmas and an excellent 2025. The Christmas Truce will return to Verdun next week to wrap up this year, so be sure to join us for a fun and totally not overly competitive snowball fight.

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