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Update notes (19th December 2025)
Hello, PC & PCVR players, you haven’t been forgotten! The VR experience has gotten a complete graphics overhaul. The new version of VR mode on PC is now much more performant so if you’ve had any issues running it before…
Security30 changesFixCompatibility - POOLS
POOLS joins the World Ocean Day Charity Steam Sale
Hello everyone, We’re proud to share that POOLS is taking part in the WDC World Ocean Day Charity Steam Sale, which runs from June 5 to June 12. This special event supports the wonderful folks at Whale and Dolphin Conse…
Event2 changesStore - POOLS
VR mode available in Demo version
PC VR mode is now available for free in the Demo version of the game (Windows only). Thank you for your patience & keep your feedback coming so we can keep improving the VR mode to be as enjoyable as possible! ːfancyduc…
Announcement1 changeGameplay - POOLS
Update notes (4th June 2025)
Full changelog: Chapter 0: Fixed hotel doors sometimes opening to wrong directions Added "deletePlayerPref" command to the developer console - Example: "deletePlayerPref vr-tracking-origin-mode" command restores the VR…
Announcement10 changesFixGameplay - POOLS
PC VR is here
PC VR mode is out now as a free update! Full changelog Windows: Add PC VR support Add view distance setting Chapter 2: restored "Look At" event functionality to the statue surrounded by plastic chairs Chapter 2: possibl…
Event4 changesGameplayPerformance - POOLS
Hotfix (26th Apr 2025)
Full changelog: Chapter 0: improved audio stability and performance - should fix most audio crackling issues Chapter 0: fixed missing audio clip variant for "Laminate" surface type footstep Patch is now out on Windows a…
Announcement3 changesFixPerformance - POOLS
Update notes (25th Apr 2025)
Full changelog: Chapter 0: Prevent getting stuck on concrete thing on water Chapter 0: Add clock to one certain room Chapter 0: Fixed missing ceilings Chapter 0: improved audio stability and performance Remove small imp…
Announcement6 changesFixGameplay - POOLS
Chapter 0 is Here – A Free New Level
Hello everyone, The waters of POOLS just got deeper. Chapter 0 - a brand-new free level, is now available! This free content update is our way of saying “thank you” to all of you here. Over the past year, POOLS has grow…
Store13 changesGameplayUI/audio - POOLS
Chapter 0 Beta update
The Chapter 0 Beta version is now updated! Latest update includes new hidden areas and small changes to some old ones. The chapter is now also playable with the 'minimal' lighting setting. Feel free to give feedback and…
Patch notes3 changesCompatibility - POOLS
Release dates for Chapter 0 and PC VR locked in!
Chapter 0 21st April 2025 15:00 CEST / 13:00 UTC PC VR 30th May 2025 15:00 CEST / 13:00 UTC Countdowns at poolsthegame.com Both will be released as free updates to the main game. Final phase of beta-testing will start n…
Announcement1 changeCompatibility - POOLS
POOLS Chapter 0 Beta test is now LIVE!
POOLS Chapter 0 will be released soon, we want to fix all critical issues and re-work/introduce couple of areas. Currently for owners of the game here on Steam - Window or Linux - no VR support yet. How to access the Ch…
Patch notes6 changesCompatibility - POOLS
Update notes (16th Dec 2024) - Fixes, settings and holidays
Hello everyone, With Christmas just around the corner, it seems that someone inside POOLS has been feeling the holiday spirit. Apart from decorations, it seems that the certain someone has also left a few gift boxes sca…
Event6 changesBalanceGameplay - POOLS
VR Beta update - all chapters now available for owners of the game
We're pleased to report that owners of the game now have access to every chapter in VR Beta! The full release of PC VR mode is scheduled for early 2025. If you want to jump in early, you can do so through our special VR…
Patch notes15 changesCompatibility - POOLS
Vote for POOLS in the Steam Awards
Hello everyone! Thank you some much for all the incredible support. To see that our game has over 3,000 reviews, with a 94% positive rating is mind-blowing. If you enjoyed POOLS, it would be a blast if you could nominat…
Announcement - POOLS
Update notes (14th Nov 2024) - Fixes, tweaks and Steam Community Items
Full changelog: Fix issue with the lighting, where lighting looked bad especially from the distance Fix falling / ground hit sound constantly playing on stairs with high movement speed Add missing electric/buzzing sound…
Store3 changesUI/audioGameplay - POOLS
PC VR Beta testing has begun
The beta version includes Chapter #1 of the game and is available in the Windows version for all owners of the full game on Steam. The beta testing will also be available for the Demo version of the game later today or…
Patch notes15 changesCompatibility
