Unlock the Full Potential of Gestalt: Steam & Cinder with the Latest Ultrawide Patch
Metamorphosis Games’ highly anticipated Metroidvania adventure, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder, has finally arrived on PC and consoles. This stunning game boasts a visual aesthetic reminiscent of 16 and 32-bit classics, with a gorgeous art style that shines across various platforms. However, the lack of official ultrawide support might have left some gamers feeling restricted. Fear not, as a dedicated member of the widescreen community has stepped up to fill the gap.
Introducing the Gestalt: Steam & Cinder Ultrawide Patch
Rose, a talented developer, has crafted a patch that adds proper ultrawide support to Gestalt: Steam & Cinder, ensuring a seamless gaming experience on wider screens. This patch is the result of thorough testing on resolutions such as 2560×1080, 5120×1440, and 3840×1080. With minimal UI issues, this patch is a significant improvement over the game’s initial lack of ultrawide support.
How to Install the Patch
To enjoy Gestalt: Steam & Cinder in all its ultrawide glory, follow these simple steps:
- Head to the GitHub link provided and download the patch file, Gestalt.SC.ultrawide.v0.1.zip, located under the assets folder.
- Extract the zip file and run the patcher to target the game file as instructed.
- After installation, launch Gestalt: Steam & Cinder and press Alt+Enter twice to set the game to your desktop resolution.
A Screenshot Showcase
Take a look at the stunning result in the screenshot shared by Rose, which demonstrates the patch’s effectiveness in rendering the game at an ultrawide resolution.
Known Issues
As with any patch, there are a few minor issues that may arise. Rose has identified the following known issues:
- The camera occasionally frames imperfectly and zooms in on very tight rooms.
- Some UI elements are misaligned and overlap.
- At least one vignette effect does not span the screen.
- The upgrades screen cursor is slightly harder to control due to brief duplication.
- Some status menu captions are not displayed at 32:9 resolutions.
Conclusion
While these minor issues may be present, the ultrawide patch is still a significant improvement over the game’s initial lack of support. We hope that the developers will consider adding official ultrawide support in the future, but for now, this patch is the best option available. Give it a try and experience Gestalt: Steam & Cinder in all its glory on your ultrawide monitor.