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December News - What's Coming!?

Hello Travelers! Time flies, and I haven’t been here for a moment, but today I’m back with a ton of concrete updates, a full breakdown of what we’ll be showing you in December, and fresh info about the newly reworked Ho

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changedTime flies, and I haven’t been here for a moment, but today I’m back with a ton of concrete updates, a full breakdown of what we’ll be showing you in December, and fresh info about the newly reworked Hotel Galactic , arriving on December 18th .
addedYes, that date is very intentional. We want the game to reach you before the holidays, in a refreshed form with improved code and completely new content, so you can dive into this magical world once again. Finally, in the shape it was meant to be from the start.
addedDecember 11th: Contest and TeasersYou’ll also get a teaser of new content and a special rework video. We wanted to share more details about our huge AI overhaul that has been our main focus for the last 3 months.
changedDecember 15th: Twitch DropsUnique rewards will be waiting for you just for watching Hotel Galactic on Twitch. More details and the full list of streamers coming soon.
addedDecember 18th: Winter Sale and Patch ReleaseFor the first time, you’ll be able to grab the game with a 25% discount. The deep AI overhaul, tons of new content including VIP, Her Highness Princess Flowrence the Just of House Pavonis. The heir to the throne of Aquellis Kingdom. The Cosmic Mermaid, and the Act 1 ending, and redesigned features will be a perfect reason for new players to jump in, and an even bigger one for returning players to rediscover the game and see how much has changed in the last 3 months.
addedDecember 18th: Winter Sale and Patch ReleaseIt’s impossible to list every improvement, but here’s a preview of what’s new and newly reworked, based on all the feedback we’ve received from you on Discord:

Hotel Galactic changes

changedTime flies, and I haven’t been here for a moment, but today I’m back with a ton of concrete updates, a full breakdown of what we’ll be showing you in December, and fresh info about the newly reworked Hotel Galactic , arriving on December 18th .
addedYes, that date is very intentional. We want the game to reach you before the holidays, in a refreshed form with improved code and completely new content, so you can dive into this magical world once again. Finally, in the shape it was meant to be from the start.
addedYou’ll also get a teaser of new content and a special rework video. We wanted to share more details about our huge AI overhaul that has been our main focus for the last 3 months.
changedUnique rewards will be waiting for you just for watching Hotel Galactic on Twitch. More details and the full list of streamers coming soon.
addedFor the first time, you’ll be able to grab the game with a 25% discount. The deep AI overhaul, tons of new content including VIP, Her Highness Princess Flowrence the Just of House Pavonis. The heir to the throne of Aquellis Kingdom. The Cosmic Mermaid, and the Act 1 ending, and redesigned features will be a perfect reason for new players to jump in, and an even bigger one for returning players to rediscover the game and see how much has changed in the last 3 months.

Time flies, and I haven’t been here for a moment, but today I’m back with a ton of concrete updates, a full breakdown of what we’ll be showing you in December, and fresh info about the newly reworked Hotel Galactic, arriving on December 18th.

Yes, that date is very intentional. We want the game to reach you before the holidays, in a refreshed form with improved code and completely new content, so you can dive into this magical world once again. Finally, in the shape it was meant to be from the start.

In the next few days, you’ll get more detailed updates about each feature, but here’s a quick rundown of everything happening around Hotel Galactic this December:

December 11th: Contest and Teasers

We’re launching a special contest with a customized Steam Deck and Hotel Galactic plushies as prizes.

You’ll also get a teaser of new content and a special rework video. We wanted to share more details about our huge AI overhaul that has been our main focus for the last 3 months.

December 15th: Twitch Drops

Unique rewards will be waiting for you just for watching Hotel Galactic on Twitch. More details and the full list of streamers coming soon.

December 17th: Demo Returns

We want you to try the game before our December patch goes live for the Winter Sale. Your save files will transfer to the full game if you decide to continue your adventure.

December 18th: Winter Sale and Patch Release

For the first time, you’ll be able to grab the game with a 25% discount. The deep AI overhaul, tons of new content including VIP, Her Highness Princess Flowrence the Just of House Pavonis. The heir to the throne of Aquellis Kingdom. The Cosmic Mermaid, and the Act 1 ending, and redesigned features will be a perfect reason for new players to jump in, and an even bigger one for returning players to rediscover the game and see how much has changed in the last 3 months.

It’s impossible to list every improvement, but here’s a preview of what’s new and newly reworked, based on all the feedback we’ve received from you on Discord:

New:

  • Rating system

  • Compendium

  • New NPCs: Princess Pavonis, Sir Scalis

  • Story progression

  • New decorations, including Christmas items

  • Minigame Whack-A-Derret!

(Whack-a-Derret minigame)

Reworked or expanded:

  • Workers AI (fully reworked)

  • Guest needs

  • Research tree (complete rework)

  • Floors unlocked (build your hotel up to 7 floors)

  • More automation in serving dishes and laundry

  • Vendor is now properly vendoring (items sold are restructured and lever helps navigate between them)

  • Gameplay pacing improvements

  • New blue lobby

And many more changes that I’ll be telling you about in the coming days!

Steam post image (Compendium teaser)

The last few weeks have been incredibly intense. New updates are landing on our builds at express speed, and we’re pushing out changes by the hundreds each week. Steam post image

It's a wild ride, and we can't wait for you to see the results!

Thank you all for your unstoppable support!

Ancient Forge Team

~Apricot Hotel Galactic

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Steam News / 1 December 2025

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