Hello Dear Fans,

It has been some time since our last Devlog but our team was hard at work. We would like to sincerely thank all of you who have tested our Route 66 Simulator: The Free Ride Demo, we received over 100 surveys and we took a close look at all the suggestions and critiques you provided and started working on implementing them.

We were also hard at work on implementing new features and adding new historic locations to our game. Today we would like to showcase you Photo Mode, a system that allows you to take pictures of iconic Route 66 locations and storing their photos inside your album.

Here we have the location of “Bagdad Cafe”, recreated to match the look of one along Route 66.





As you can see we have spent a lot of time making sure to recreate all the outdoor details.





We have also spent a lot of time recreating furniture found inside to closely match it to real life reference.


Now let’s talk about Photo Mode.
Here you can see the UI we have when you press

, to open the Photo Mode.



As a player you will also have the ability to zoom in and out to easier take pictures the way you want to. After taking a picture they will be stored inside our character photo album with a name assigned to them.



And that is all for today, be sure to let us know in the comments what are your thoughts on the newest location in our game, would you like some changes made and also about the Photo Mode, if there is anything more you would like to see added.

P.S. There is also a sneak peak of our new car in the screenshots, maybe some of you would like to become "bandits", tell us what you think about it and we will have more info on it in the upcoming weeks.

Remember to add our game to your wishlist and stay tuned for more updates to come in the next few weeks.

See you soon,
Grande Games

Hello, Magic Apprentices!

Been mesmerized by the shimmering lights of Arorua City lately? When you're not too busy brewing the perfect cup of coffee or navigating those intense reverse tower battles, have you paused to wonder, "Who ARE the voices behind these captivating characters?" Well, today’s your lucky day, because we're pulling back the curtain and introducing these stellar talents behind some of our most beloved characters in Affogato! ✨

In the bustling world of Arorua City, while there are many faces you'd encounter, today we're putting the spotlight on four standout characters and the voices behind them!




Affogato - The mesmerizing sorceress barista at the heart of Arorua City's Witchery cafe. Here, every cup of coffee here isn't just a drink; it's a magical experience!


Twitter @harucanfly

Embodying Affogato in Japanese, Haruka Takahashi's captivating voice brings the character’s essence to life flawlessly. Known for her striking performance in Under the Dog as Sayuri Hyuuga, she also had roles in other video games such as Azur Lane and Kingdom Come: Deliverance.



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As the Chinese voice of the enchanting Affogato, Chen Rui Jie's journey began as a trainee in the Shanghai Dubbing Studio. Today, she's celebrated for her roles in shows like The Legend of Qin and with global sensations like Cyberpunk 2077 and Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse.




Mephista - More than just Affogato's demon companion, Mephista is a mischievous sidekick whose antics are impossible to forget!


Twitter @itoasuka0218

Capturing the playful spirit of Mephista in Japanese, Asuka Itou is a name synonymous with unforgettable characters. Best known for her role in voicing USS Hammann in the video game and anime series titled ‘Azur Lane’, she also stars as other characters in the same universe such as USS San Diego, HMS Ark Royal and USS Lil Sandy.



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Lending her bilingual brilliance to the mischievous Mephista in Chinese, Hua Ling is known for infusing her roles with a signature spark. She's the voice behind iconic roles in games like Genshin Impact, League of Legends, and don't get us started on her role in the anime Cells at Work!




Aoi - The Student President and shining star of Grace Academy, Aoi exudes a radiant charm, with a veil of secrets beneath it.


Twitter @saccho_324

As the Japanese voice behind the graceful yet enigmatic Aoi, Sachiyo Yoshida is revered for her portrayal as USS Long Island in Azur Lane. In addition, she also contributes to the gaming world through localizations of blockbusters like Tales of Arise and Tekken 7!



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Breathing life into Aoi with her captivating voice, Xie Ying has rapidly risen from a budding trainee to a shining star. Apart from her dazzling portrayals in games like Valorant and Genshin Impact, she is also renowned for her portrayal of Watson in Apex Legends.




Sera - Renowned as Arorua City’s legendary witch, Sera is an enigmatic figure whose tales are as mysterious as the magic she wields.


Twitter @mukaiyama_703

Capturing the essence of Sera in Japanese, Naomi Mukaiyama's celebrated voice talents shine brightly. Renowned for her portrayal of HMS London in both the anime and video game versions of Azure Lane, she has also brilliantly voiced MP5 in the anime series Girl’s Frontline.



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After her stellar rise post a voice acting competition in 2017, Jin Na became a sought-after talent. Renowned for voicing the Mechanic, Blind Girl, and Crybaby in the mobile game Identity 5, as well as Pardofelis in Honkai Impact 3, she now mesmerizes us as the Chinese voice behind the enigmatic Sera.

We hope you’re as spellbound by our cast as we are, who have breathed life into these four enchanting characters in Affogato! Beyond this, there are a multitude of talented voice artists who've enriched the landscape of Arorua City, portraying other characters with their vocal magic. Dive deeper, listen closely, and relish the symphony that's been crafted for your gaming experience!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1983970/Affogato/

If you haven't already, be sure to follow our Steam and Twitter pages for upcoming updates! Dive deep into Arorua City - where magic, thrilling reverse tower defense battles, and legendary tales await you!

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Affogato Discord
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We want to apologize once again for any technical issues you might have experienced with the Steam version of the DLC. The matter should now be resolved and you should be able to install it now. Thank you for your understanding and patience and enjoy the new content.

This week, we are not only releasing a new DLC for our players but also introducing a significant number of major improvements to the base game, enhancing the overall experience with more depth and diversity.

• Enemies are now classified as either Mind, Body, or Spirit
  
• Mind, Body, or Spirit experience is gained from defeating each enemy type
  
• Weapons and Abilities do extra damage if they match the same class of enemy
  
• Enemies now have color-coded health meters based on experience type
  
• Tuned overall mind body and spirit experience to make endings more equally distributed

• Enemies are more observant and responsive
  
• Enemies can chase the player further

• More smooth and responsive auto targeting
  
• More accurate collision for player and enemy attacks

• Gloom colors are more vibrant and clear

• Improvements to mitigate hitching on all quality presets

Our team is always working hard to make the game better for you. We're stoked about this update and hope you'll have a blast with it!

Do you hear those sirens? That's the waaaahmbulace coming for your enemies.



Be the first to respond to the First Responder bundle and you'll unlock the following:

• HAZMAT Farkas helmet
  
• HAZMAT TYPE HPE gloves
  
• Yield for Shield weapon charm
  
• Flamebreak armor coating for all armors

Sound the alarm, this bundle is in the Shop today!

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Pistols at dawn. Get ready to draw, cowboy...



Complete all of your Weekly Challenges and the Ultimate Challenge to earn this week’s Ultimate Reward – the Battle Ready stance.

A new Ultimate Reward will become available every week, so be sure to keep an eye on your Challenges and take advantage of these free rewards.

We are thrilled to announce that our new title, Miniatures, is coming to Steam in 2024!

In Miniatures, we invite players to immerse themselves in the mysterious worlds of four items, discovered in an old wooden box: a toy lizard, a framed moth, a screwdriver and a seashell. Each object holds a peculiar adventure with unique artwork and gameplay, all told from a different child’s perspective.

Watch our teaser trailer here:


If you enjoyed Tick Tock: A Tale for Two, then you will recognise the same dedication to hand-drawn artwork, atmospheric soundscapes and experimental, story-driven gameplay. But this time, you will be embarking on these dreamlike, eerie adventures alone.

Go to the new store page and wishlist the title now to keep up-to-date with all the latest developments in the mysterious world of Miniatures.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2428840/Miniatures/?utm_source=steam-ticktock&utm_campaign=announcement

~ Other Tales Team

Hello heroes!

Free beer for everyone! Get out your garb, it's Oktoberfest time! Off to the beer tent as we'll tap the weekend with the following OKTOBERFEST EVENTS from Friday to Sunday: One Beer, Two Beers, Free Beer, Glorious Gold Galore, Witches' Dance, Assembly of Awesome Animals & Days of Doomed Souls.





Moreover, the distant clinking of overflowing beer mugs and slurred Schlager serenades sound muffled from the closed portal. Get ready, because on September 22, the LEGENDARY DUNGEON "Diabolical Company Party" will open its doors, and then the fun will really start!

Cheers!

Squashed some minor Audio-Bugs.

[Fix] Returning customers without paying gas
[Fix] Level 3 Gas Pump hands not rotating correctly
[Fix] Sometimes purchased lights not working at nights (If you didnt pay electric bills still not working)
[Fix] Localization key not found fix for reviews
[Fix] Night Club girls not wandering
[Fix] Bug at the cash register that sometimes causes customers to get into each other and then one of them stays there
[Fix] Discord invite button not working
[Fix] Level 3 Toilet has missing soap dispenser and toilet paper dispenser sockets
[Fix] Multiple cashiers experience confusion when servicing multiple registers
[Fix] Paper Towel Dispenser and Soap Dispenser infos are wrong when equipped right item
[Fix] When station have no fuel vehicles still fill up
[Fix] Auto Wash and Repair not disableable with hammer
[Change] GPU Instancing for cars
[Change] Mounted TV sound max distance increased 20 to 35
[Change] PC Parts materials metalic decreased not shiny anymore
[Change] Car washing now smoothly shine car
[Change] Now wash npc clears dirts one by one not all once
[Change] Now wash npc moves to the dirt not sitting on one position
[Change] Cleaner npc's mop size increased
[Change] Night club now only enterable when night
[Change] Car Wash price increased 20 to 35
[Change] Electricity bill fees have been reduced, to increase the profit of charge pumps
[Change] A delay has been added to the cashier filling the shelves so that she doesn't have to go back and forth all the time.
[Change] Shelf positions changed for fresh enter
[Change] Navmesh generation system improved for better movement for npcs
[Change] Low and Medium quality settings shadows improved
[Change] Toilet items materials were too reflective
[Change] Soap Dispenser sockets moved a little bit up
[Change] Box items now taken one by one not all once
[Change] Toilet renewable items(toilet paper, soap, paper towel) now selling 5x
[Added] Twitch Integration !comment for real time talking with !npc
[Added] Sound effect when customers selecting grocery
[Added] Security Camera socket to market
[Added] Electric price multiplier added to prices
[Added] Cars now can have random metallic

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