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November Dev Log - Thrive & Ties Update Overview

Dear Scavengers, The Thrive & Ties Update is Just Around The Corner! As the major update draws near, we’re excited to share a comprehensive preview of all the key content coming to the game.

In this update6

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Full Doloc Town update

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addedTown Friendship QuestsAs teased in the dev log last week, we're finally adding dedicated quests for Doloc townies where players could discover their personal stories and forge stronger bonds with them.
addedTown Friendship QuestsGiven the growing number of residents in Doloc Town, it wasn’t feasible to add custom quests and stories for every single person in one update. But rest assured - we’ll expand this list to include more townsfolk in the next major update, so don’t worry if your favorite character isn’t featured this time around!
addedNew Faction and Main Story ProgressionsA brand-new faction is arriving in Doloc Town! You’ll get to meet Quipu from Rico Mountain and help their people carve out a better life in the apocalypse.
addedNew Items and ToolsOur last Quality of Life update really hits the spot for many Doloc Town residents, and we’re making life even easier with new tools in this patch - including a new bomb! Pair them with the new hat for the perfect combo.
addedNew Customization OptionsWe’re also adding more customization features to the town! Equip brand-new headgear and decorate your farming house interior. Doloc Town is about to get cozier than ever.
addedCalendar & Birthday FeatureTo complement the Town Friendship Quests, we’ve added a calendar and a birthday feature!

Doloc Town changes

addedAs teased in the dev log last week, we're finally adding dedicated quests for Doloc townies where players could discover their personal stories and forge stronger bonds with them.
addedGiven the growing number of residents in Doloc Town, it wasn’t feasible to add custom quests and stories for every single person in one update. But rest assured - we’ll expand this list to include more townsfolk in the next major update, so don’t worry if your favorite character isn’t featured this time around!
addedA brand-new faction is arriving in Doloc Town! You’ll get to meet Quipu from Rico Mountain and help their people carve out a better life in the apocalypse.
addedOur last Quality of Life update really hits the spot for many Doloc Town residents, and we’re making life even easier with new tools in this patch - including a new bomb! Pair them with the new hat for the perfect combo.
addedWe’re also adding more customization features to the town! Equip brand-new headgear and decorate your farming house interior. Doloc Town is about to get cozier than ever.

Dear Scavengers,

The Thrive & Ties Update is Just Around The Corner!

As the major update draws near, we’re excited to share a comprehensive preview of all the key content coming to the game. Sit back, relax, and let’s dive in!

If you haven’t checked out our previous dev log from last week, be sure to do so first - we won’t be recapping every detail in today’s preview.

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Town Friendship Quests

As teased in the dev log last week, we're finally adding dedicated quests for Doloc townies where players could discover their personal stories and forge stronger bonds with them.

A total of 8 townsfolk will receive dedicated quests: Mody, Dada, Alchemy, Orlando, Merlin, Lank, Claud and Sacco!

Given the growing number of residents in Doloc Town, it wasn’t feasible to add custom quests and stories for every single person in one update. But rest assured - we’ll expand this list to include more townsfolk in the next major update, so don’t worry if your favorite character isn’t featured this time around!

New Faction and Main Story Progressions

A brand-new faction is arriving in Doloc Town! You’ll get to meet Quipu from Rico Mountain and help their people carve out a better life in the apocalypse.

This update also paves the way for the discovery of another environmental modifier part. Dive in to uncover more of Doloc Town’s hidden stories in Thrive & Ties patch!

New Items and Tools

Our last Quality of Life update really hits the spot for many Doloc Town residents, and we’re making life even easier with new tools in this patch - including a new bomb! Pair them with the new hat for the perfect combo.

New Customization Options

We’re also adding more customization features to the town! Equip brand-new headgear and decorate your farming house interior. Doloc Town is about to get cozier than ever.

Calendar & Birthday Feature

To complement the Town Friendship Quests, we’ve added a calendar and a birthday feature!

After the update, head to the Town Hall to find the calendar, where you can mark your birthday. It will also highlight all major town events, and you can leave notes on the board to set reminders for yourself.

Curious about the birthday surprises? Jump into the game and find out!

Beyond the major additions outlined above, we’ve packed in plenty of smaller improvements - all designed to make your time in Doloc Town even more enjoyable. Stay tuned until the end of the month to discover it for yourself!

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