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shapez 2 is OUT NOW in 1.0!
The 1.0 release of shapez 2 is AVAILABLE NOW, bringing a whole lot of new features and improvements to the table – especially compared to shapez 1! Much of the feedback and untapped potential of the first shapez has bee…
Get shapez 2 now with 25% off!
Been meaning to pick up shapez 2, or just missed out on the launch discount? You can now pick up the game with 25% off, the deepest discount so far! shapez 2 uses many of the game elements of shapez, but with tons of ne…
shapez 2 Early Access is OUT NOW!
It's here! Shapez 2 is officially available! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2162800/shapez_2/ Shapez 2 is finally out in Early Access and we couldn't be more excited to see you all play it! We'd like to thank everyo…
shapez 2 - Early Access Release Info Recap
Hello everyone! We’ve shared a lot of information the last couple months, so we’d like to recap everything you should know for the Early Access release of shapez 2 tomorrow. Launch time What to expect Last week, Tobias…
shapez 2 - What to expect from Early Access
Hey guys! Before shapez 2 releases on August 15 (that’s less than a week!) I wanted to do a personal post about the history of shapez 2 and what to expect during early access. We’ve been super transparent in the develop…
shapez 2 - Early Access Release Date Announcement
Hello everyone! We’re super excited and proud to announce that shapez 2 will release into Early Access on August 15th, 2024! Almost exactly a year after the Reveal Trailer, you’ll finally be able to play the Early Acces…
Expand your portfolio – get Mini Metro with the new Bundle!
Whether you’re looking for something similar to shapez or just can’t decide between shapez and Mini Metro, we have something for you. We’ve partnered up with our friends over at Dinosaur Polo Club to bring you the ‘Subw…
Devlog 025 - The Final Alpha
Hello everyone! We’re getting very close to wrapping up development on the shapez 2 Early Access release build. At the end of last week we released Alpha 23 with 23.1 and 23.2 – the last Patreon-exclusive Alpha build –…
Devlog 024 - Settings galore
Hello everyone! With the Early Access release of shapez 2 set for August, we’re creeping ever closer to finishing development. Our current focus lies on remaining visuals and polish, especially when it comes to the UI.…
Devlog 023 - Early Access Release Window
Hello everyone! Put it in your calendar, our Early Access release should be in Mid-August! We’re 97% sure we’ll make that, so while the odds are very good it’s not completely impossible that we’ll still need to reschedu…
Devlog 022 - Fluids & Painting
Hello everyone! We got quite a few requests in our devlog feedback survey to talk about Fluids! It's a subject we haven't really talked about much before, mostly in passing and progress. So, let's have a look through wh…
Devlog 021 - Colors, Game Modes & More!
Hello everyone! It's been a little while since we've done a progress devlog! We have a couple of bigger changes and various small improvements across the game, so let's take a look. As a side note, thank you to everyone…
Devlog 020 - Space Belts
Hello everyone! Last devlog we talked about trains, so let's look at your other option today: Space Belts. You'll likely be using these a lot, so let's take a look at what we're working with. https://store.steampowered.…
Devlog 019 - The one about Trains
Hello everyone! It's finally time to talk about possibly the most anticipated feature of shapez 2: Trains! We'll keep the intro short, but please remember to wishlist shapez 2! There's a high chance you already have (in…
Devlog 018 - The road to Early Access
Hello everyone! We have something a little bit different for you today! Our topic for this devlog is the future – more specifically, where we are with the development of shapez 2, what still needs to be done and how we’…
Devlog 017 – Our work since the Demo
Hello everyone! It’s been a while since you last had a look into our progress. In fact, we haven’t really updated you since the release of the demo! While we already did a deep dive into the evolution of the Research Sy…
Devlog 016 – The evolution of the Research System
Hello everyone! A popular point of feedback on the demo was the research system. It's kinda a hassle to navigate and you couldn't really play how you want to play, unlock what you want to unlock. We went back to the dra…
shapez 2 – Demo Learnings & Extension
Hello everyone! The demo period has been very insightful for us, so today we’d like to talk you through some of our learnings from the demo and our plans leading up to the Early Access release. Though, there’s something…
Shapez 2 Demo – New Content Update & How to install it
Hello everyone! Thank you all for playing the shapez 2 Demo! As a little thank you gift, we have a small content update for you. This update adds pins to the game alongside some new demo challenges to go with it! Be sur…
shapez 2 – Play the Demo NOW!
Hello everyone! Update: Please note this event is quite old, and the demo was only available for a limited time. Right now, we can't give you an estimate if and when another demo will be available. Sorry! Today is the d…
