Steam Next Fest - Patch Notes [DEMO v1.0.46]

Important Notice: Save Game Compatibility This update includes extensive backend changes to make the game more robust and flexible for full development. As a result, older save files are no longer compatible.

We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding as we build toward the full release.

New Features & Content

• Slightly extended gameplay with additional progression and content

• Several new buildings can now be unlocked

• Gold resource access has been unlocked

• 1 additional main story quest is now available

• Several new research options have been added

• New Advisor research, providing extra quality-of-life improvements (unlocked in the Leader’s Hut / Manor)

Balance Changes

• Worker quantities have been adjusted for improved pacing and gameplay feel

• Many research rewards have been rebalanced

• Combat has been rebalanced

Bug Fixes

• Dozens of small visual bugs have been fixed across the game

• Audio system has been overhauled — different sound categories (music, sound effects, UI sounds, etc.) can now be adjusted independently

UI & Quality of Life Improvements

• UI Scaling – Full UI scaling support has been added. You can now set scaling to Automatic or manually adjust it in the Options menu (ideal for different resolutions and Steam Deck)

• Added an option to hide helper arrows

• Updated resolution options to be more robust and reliable

• Added a new tutorial tip to better explain key game features and buttons

• Adjusted zoom and game size specifically for 4K screens for better visibility and readability

• Hide UI - You can hide the ui with Shift + F11

Technical & Stability

• Added multiple launch options / command-line arguments to help players experiencing crashes

• Large number of code improvements to increase stability and flexibility for ongoing full-game development

Localization

• Added support for Traditional Chinese and Korean

This update focuses heavily on polish, accessibility, and laying a stronger technical foundation for the full game. The new UI scaling system and independent audio controls should make the game much more comfortable to play across different setups.

We appreciate everyone who has been playing the demo and providing feedback - it’s been incredibly helpful!