Hello folks,

This week has been incredible. Almost 9,000 of you played the game in less than a week! This has never happened before for City Game Studio! And all of this for a game that’s over 5 years old. Honestly, you all are amazing!

I’ve carefully and happily read your feedback! Some of you have spent way too much time playing, and I’m sorry for you... You might need to turn off your computer and go... No, I’m just kidding!! You can start another game, and just release one more new title. Just that. And then when it releases, you’ll just publish one more because, well, it doesn’t take that long. And before you know it, the sun’s up and the day has begun!

Jokes aside, you’ve been super numerous and enthusiastic, and your feedback has been incredibly helpful. There were crashes, and I thank you for letting me know! Thanks to you, everything is back in order, and all the crashes are covered!

There were also bugs, both small and not-so-small. In any case, this update aims to fix them all while adding some quality of life improvements. For example, I’ve added an option that allows the game to pause as soon as you release a video game. It helps optimize your time better.

Among the other changes are mostly fixes. The right-hand panel, brand new and shiny, had a few bugs. Pagination was always displayed even when it wasn’t needed, and clicking on a button would change the graphs when it should have just refreshed them.

Another important change/fix is the summary when a console is removed from the market. The summary panel had calculation errors, which might have made it seem like taxes were driving you to bankruptcy, but that wasn’t the case. It was more a pricing issue with the console. And by the way, the suggested price is now a bit higher to help you make more money.

There are other changes in this update, and they’re all listed in the changelog, so I encourage you to read it or simply launch City Game Studio and enjoy the update!

Thank you for reading, and once again, thank you for playing in such great numbers this week. You are incredible!

Take care, Xavier aka Binogure

• Add an option to pause the game once a game is released
  
• Set the tooltip delay to 0.05 secs

• Add new concurrents to the modmaker (so you can rename them)

• When using large fonts, some buttons are unreachable
  
• Studio furnishing => blue panel hide the furnitures buttons
  
• Released game panel: clicking on a page would mess up the charts
  
• Released game panel: the current page shouldn't be shown if there's only one page
  
• Released game panel: Charts were off the panel for games you published (as a publisher)
  
• Custom platform: The discontinuation panel now show the right numbers (Raw income / Net income...)
  
• Achievement: Game report not counting (sandbox game it was not taken into account, it's been changed)

Hey folks!

It's an amazing day! You are more than 400 playing a 7-year-old game!
It is really amazing! Thank you so much!

But, some of you might experience some nasty crash when launching the game.
I spent the whole day figuring out what's happening till I found the root cause!

It was due to the interactive thread loading, which was poorly written (I wonder who wrote it huh?!).
Anyway, I overhauled it, and it works like a charm, this update brings more stability when loading or starting a new game!

I'm really sorry for that crash. I should have fixed it years ago, but better later than never right?!

[Edit]
This patch is a bit bigger since I also fixed 2 other crashes and 2 minor bugs (one for the CZ language, and the other one is about having stuttering when loading a new game).

Thank you for playing this game.
Have a nice day.
Take care.
Xavier aka Binogure

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Hello folks!

I'm excited to announce the release of City Game Studio v1.20.0, a significant update that enhances the game development simulation experience. This update brings numerous improvements and new features that will redefine your virtual game studio management journey.


The user interface has been reimagined to make your journey as a game studio magnate more intuitive and engaging. The studio management panel has been streamlined, and the bottom menu has been reworked for enhanced accessibility. Now, with a single click, you can access a popup menu that guides you efficiently to your desired destination.

The staff and hiring panels now include studio-specific filters, allowing for more precise management of your growing empire. The convention and marketing campaign interfaces have been simplified, focusing on what truly matters - your strategic decisions.

Your studio's released games are now easier to browse. I've introduced pagination to the released game panel, including self-published games, trade-published titles, publishing deals, remakes, game ports, and Game of the Year winners. This view reduces the CPU usage and improve the performances overall.


The process of buying out competitors has been revamped. Now, you have the power to decide the fate of acquired studios, video game catalogs, and staff. This adds a new layer of strategy to your expansion plans.

Several quality-of-life improvements have been introduced to streamline your workflow. You can now withdraw staff from studios or your entire company with a single button press, rename convention centers and universities on the fly, and edit your company details directly from the financial tab.


The stakes have been raised. Game over is now solely in the hands of the banker. However, in times of financial distress, you'll have options. You can sell your game engine, part with your latest custom platform, or even offload a studio to avoid bankruptcy. For those who make it to 1990, prepare to face a new banker inspired by a famous CEO.

The competitor acquisition algorithm has been revamped to provide a more balanced and challenging experience. The difficulty of acquiring a competitor is now based on your company's score and the game's difficulty setting. You'll see your fan base grow with each acquisition, and admire your conquered rival's logo as a trophy of your success.

City Game Studio now launches faster and uses less RAM, ensuring a smoother experience across all systems. The main menu now uses ~1.3G of RAM instead of ~2.5G, while in-game performance has been optimized to use ~1.9G instead of ~2.7G.


Prepare to face 13 new competitors in your quest for gaming dominance. I've also added 10 new logos for your company, along with a reworked company logo drawer to make your brand stand out. For those curious about the future, you can check out the upcoming games from Binogure Studio in the main menu.

Numerous bugs have been squashed and existing features polished to ensure your game development journey is as smooth as possible. From improved Steam integration to fixed camera controls, every aspect of the game has been scrutinized and enhanced.

This update marks a significant milestone in the evolution of City Game Studio. I'm constantly working to improve and expand the game, driven by my passion for game development simulation and your invaluable feedback.

To the loyal players who have been with City Game Studio since the early days, thank you for your unwavering support. To those just joining, welcome to the exciting world of virtual game development! Whether you're crafting your first indie hit or building a gaming empire to rival the industry giants, City Game Studio v1.20.0 provides the tools and challenges you need to bring your vision to life.

The game development landscape is ever-changing, and with this update, City Game Studio is better equipped to help you navigate its complex terrain. From managing multiple studios to making critical financial decisions, every aspect of game development is at your fingertips.

So, gather your virtual team, and prepare to write the next chapter in your studio's history. The world of gaming awaits your creativity, strategy, and leadership.

Get City Game Studio now and start your journey to the top of the gaming world. Happy gaming, and may your virtual studios thrive!

Thank you for reading,
Take care,
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello everyone!

I hope you're all doing well. Over here, I'm feeling pretty under the weather, but that hasn't stopped me from being productive!
This week, I fixed a few bugs—nothing major, but they were definitely affecting the gameplay experience.

The first issue was with studio furniture. All furniture was showing a 110% happiness boost, which was, of course, just a visual bug. I've already fixed it in the unstable branch on Steam. The second bug was related to conventions, which weren't refreshing properly and kept showing only one small stand.

That covers the bug fixes, but I've also added a few new features! I’ve updated the main game interface, and now you’ll find submenus within the main menu. For instance, the button to create games now opens a submenu displaying all actions available in the game creation panel. This means you can go directly to the game port panel from the pop-up. I tested it out—it's a bit unfamiliar at first, but it works well, and you get used to it quickly!

Thanks to this new panel, I was also able to remove a button from the bottom menu, making navigation in City Game Studio even smoother.

And now, I have a surprise for you! Version 1.20.0 will be live on September 25, 2024!
As with every update, there will be a discount. And this time, it’s the biggest one yet—50% off!

So if you’re still on the fence, hang tight and get your wallets ready for September 25, 2024!

On my end, I’ll keep testing the game to fix as many bugs as possible.
Catch you next week! In the meantime, take care of yourselves!
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select ‘Properties’. In the new window, select ‘Betas’. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Items informations are not updated correctly on the shop menu
  
• Attended conventions aren't well initialized

• Rework the bottom menu so when you click on any button it opens a popup menu that helps you find your stuff
  
• Remove the "Build a studio button" and merge it with the "Buy a studio"

Hello everyone!

Well, it’s been a crazy busy week. I’m currently preparing the marketing side of v1.20, and it’s taking quite a bit of my time—time that I’m not spending on actual game development. But, we’re getting closer to the update release, so most of my time is now dedicated to testing and reviewing bug reports.

And you’ve found a lot of different bugs for me, though they all seem to stem from the same issue. When I introduced pagination for published games, I also introduced a bunch of bugs that prevented updates from being published or even sales from being organized. Fortunately, those bugs are now fixed, and I also took the opportunity to address a small but very visual bug—those bouncing dice that just fly off the screen.

Another fun addition is a new competitor: "Running with a Fork" has been added to the game. The logo is a bit more polished compared to other competitors, but it’s a little nod to the studio behind the excellent Postal 2! I should warn you though, Postal 2 is a great game, but a little violent and quite over the top.

In the last devlog, I mentioned City Game Studio 2, and I have to admit that now that I’ve talked about it, I’m really eager to start working on it. But before that, there are a couple of things I still need to wrap up in City Game Studio 1.

This week, I’ll be focusing on adding sub-menus when you click on the buttons at the bottom of the screen. So, instead of opening big pop-ups that take time to load when you’re searching for something, you’ll get a smaller menu offering different tabs via icons. It doesn’t sound like much, but trust me, it should make your life easier.

To close this devlog, I want to give you a peek at the next big update—v1.21.0. I want to make things easier by introducing a new employee role: the Studio Director. This person will have a unique role, automating certain tasks. The Studio Director will need to be assigned to a studio, and only that director can manage the studio. When you release a game, you can instruct the director to automatically put the game out as soon as possible, so you won’t have to worry about it. The idea isn’t mine, once again, it came from you, and it’s a brilliant suggestion that should be coming with v1.21.0.

Thanks for reading! I’ll see you next week for the final devlog of v1.20.0.

Take care,
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select ‘Properties’. In the new window, select ‘Betas’. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Fix bug with the new release panel
  
• Fix the bouncing button (the dice that bounce when you click on it)

• Add "Running With a Fork" company

Hello folks!

As always, welcome to my weekly devlog here on Steam!
Every devlog I share with you the progress of the project, but this time I'm going one step further.

Moving on to the banker, from now on a new banker appears from the 90s onwards. Although she's a banker, I wanted to add a little more diversity to the City Game Studio characters. However, it's only a visual difference, since the offers you receive remain the same. Just like the change in the look of the magazines that rate your games, this change underlines the progression over time.

Another thing I've reworked is the part about buying out competitors. As the dialog box was a bit dull, I added your logos to brighten things up. I also changed the number of fans you get when you buy a competitor. Previously, the number of fans depended solely on the difficulty of the game, with a bit of randomness.
I've changed all that to a new calculation that's no longer random. Instead, your company's rating serves as a ratio of the number of fans you're going to collect. This number is now included when you buy out a competitor. I guess it's time to close this part of the game and move on to the next part.

So, as I said at the very beginning of this devlog, I'm also going to tell you what's going to happen to City Game Studio.
First of all, I plan to continue developing City Game Studio, i.e. adding competitors, events, fixing bugs and reviewing certain aspects of the game.
However, I feel that the game is now in a state that I really like and it has become; the game I had in mind when I started working on it in 2016! For this reason, City Game Studio won't be seeing any major new additions. I'm going to add new consoles, new conferences, new events, but I'm not going to completely overhaul game creation, for example. Doing so would significantly change the spirit of the game.

Yet I do want to change it and have a completely different approach, something much more modular that would give you more freedom, and above all make the game experience much more smooth. These new ideas are the ones you regularly suggest to me, but also the ones that come up when I'm working on City Game Studio. They're all excellent ideas, and deserve to be part of a video game company management game. Actually, I'm not talking about City Game Studio, but rather the sequel, which could be called City Game Studio 2! I'm not developing the sequel yet, but I'm preparing it. In other words, I'm just starting to write a document that will take up the whole game. I'm not about to show you anything, I'm still working on City Game Studio, and there's a huge milestone coming up in the next few weeks!

Later in September 2024, the game will be promoted by Steam, with a huge discount, the biggest yet.
I have high expectations for this event. If you want, you can also help out by sharing your feedback about the game on Steam. Whether it's positive or not, I know that your opinion counts and that other gamers, and I myself, will read it carefully. Recently, Steam has revised its algorithm for highlighting reviews, and the most relevant reviews will have a greater impact on game visibility.

That's it for me.
Thanks for reading!
Take care!
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select ‘Properties’. In the new window, select ‘Betas’. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Rework the algorithm when you acquire a competitor so it's based on the game's difficulty and the player's company score.
  
• When acquiring a competitor shows the number of fan gained
  
• When acquiring a competitor shows the competitor's logo

• Starting in 1990, there's a new banker inspired from a famous CEO. No spoiler, I won't give her name.