Slay the Spire 2 Patch Rips Act 3 Boss Doormaker Out the Game, Developer Explains Decision
Mega Crit has released a major patch for Slay the Spire 2 that removes the Act 3 boss Doormaker, replacing it with a new encounter called Aeonglass. The change arrives as patch v0.105.0 on the game’s beta branch on Steam.
The removal comes amid ongoing review bombing campaigns targeting the game over its balance changes. Doormaker had become a particular flashpoint for community criticism, drawing significant negative attention from players. By removing the encounter entirely, Mega Crit is making a more dramatic change than typical balance adjustments, signaling a substantive response to player feedback.
While the patch announcement confirms Doormaker’s removal and Aeonglass’s introduction, the developer’s full reasoning for the decision was not included in available details. However, the timing and context suggest Mega Crit is directly addressing community concerns about the boss fight’s balance or design philosophy.
The update is currently available for testing on the beta branch, allowing players to experience the new boss encounter and provide feedback before the patch’s full release. This represents one of Slay the Spire 2’s more significant balance decisions since the game’s early access launch, demonstrating the developer’s willingness to make substantial changes based on player response.