Vampire Survivors, the successful indie game known for its horde-defense mechanics, announces future plans for 2024. The UK-based developer Poncle has laid out an exciting roadmap which includes features such as online co-op, the integration of cross-platform saves, and hints at new Vampire Survivors-related projects. Although the addition of online co-op is a significant challenge for the small 20-person team, they are hopeful and have external help to bring this feature to life. Cross-save functionality is set to launch in a public beta next month, initially available for Steam and Android users.

Poncle also teased ongoing progress for the previously announced Vampire Survivors animated TV series, produced in collaboration with Story Kitchen — creators with experience in big-name projects like John Wick and Sonic the Hedgehog. Additionally, the studio is considering various cross-media collaborations, seeking partners that resonate with their creative vision. Update Version 1.9 is expected to arrive in February across all platforms, while "Vampire Survivors adjacent" projects are being explored with indie developers outside of Poncle, although there’s no guarantee these will be finalized or released.

What new features can players expect from Vampire Survivors in 2024?

Players can look forward to online co-op, cross-platform saves, and the upcoming Version 1.9 update, along with potential cross-media projects and other game-related experiments.

Vampire Survivors has been a noteworthy success story within the indie game community, emerging from a simple yet addictive gameplay loop. As a horde-survival game, its popularity soared due to its roguelike elements and retro graphics, drawing players into sessions where the goal is to survive against waves of monsters. The ongoing support and development of the game show Poncle's commitment to expanding the Vampire Survivors experience and broadening its reach beyond gaming into other media formats.