EHG Releases a New Blog Post About Skill Updates
Published on: 6/7/2025
From time to time, the Eleventh Hour Team pulls back the curtain on the development of their ARPG Last Epoch through insightful developer blogs. Their latest post dives into the complex world of skill design, a topic that’s far more challenging than it appears, led by Technical Game Designer Justin Carpenter.
The blog breaks down the entire process, starting with crafting abilities that align with a Class or Mastery’s core identity—like designing a single-target damage skill inspired by Diablo 2’s Guided Arrow for the Marksman. The real challenge lies in defining the ability’s specifics. This involves prototyping to nail down critical elements like visual design, numerical values, effects, and parameters. The team also considers how the skill integrates with other mechanics, particularly the skill tree, before moving into a phase of careful refinement.
For those curious about the intricacies, the full blog is a must-read, especially for ARPG fans. Last Epoch, now over a year past its official release, is currently in its third “season” of content, continuing to evolve.
