# Release Notes - Version 1.1.1

**Release Date:** January 5, 2026

**TL;DR**

• Introduced cloud save functionality for cross-platform progress synchronization. - Added comprehensive testing for Steam features and various bug fixes.

## What's New

### Cloud Save System

• Implemented full cloud save support using Epic Online Services (EOS) for seamless progress synchronization across platforms. - Added metadata tracking for autosaves and manual slots, enabling better save management. - Integrated cloud saves into the game scene with automatic syncing of save slots and deletes. - Added platform-agnostic EOS package for consistent network functionality.

### CADET Integration

• Integrated CADET (Cross-platform Automated Deployment and Execution Tool) into the Dolven source code. - CADET is a cross-platform build and deployment tool for game developers that provides a unified, intuitive interface automating the entire build, packaging, and publishing pipeline across multiple platforms. - This integration removes manual steps that make releases slow and error-prone, streamlining the development workflow.

### Steam Features

• Added comprehensive Steam tests to ensure reliable functionality. - Implemented Steam avatar icons for leaderboard displays. - Enhanced Steam leaderboard integration with player position tracking. - Added Steam license checker for proper entitlement verification.

## Quality of Life Improvements

• Refactored player name handling and network platform services. - Improved build scripts with environment variable management. - Added metadata updates when loading games for better save state tracking.

## Bug Fixes

• Fixed owner component issues in save systems. - Addressed various edge cases in save slot synchronization. - Fixed issues with quick play functionality and UI toggles.

## Testing & Stability

• Added extensive test coverage for cloud save operations. - Implemented regression tests for save metadata and slot management. - Enhanced testing framework for Steam-related features. - Improved stability with better error handling in network operations.