Hey everyone!

We're happy to let you know that one of the most requested features - FULL GAMEPAD SUPPORT - is now available in Of Blades & Tails!

Over the past few months we have put a lot of effort into making Of Blades & Tails controller friendly and improving Steam Deck compatibility!

We gathered a lot of feedback from players. Everything that you shared with us, we took to our hearts and we're very excited to finally bring the news to you!
We genuinely hope that you like what we achieved.

Most of the aspects of the gamepad support were covered before in our beta preview post (read here).


Additionally, we took some time to work on some bug fixes and other improvements which include:

• New options in settings to automatically switch between directional mode and cursor mode (helpful between fights).
  
• Gamepad icons next to gamepad prompts (previously was text only).
  
• Updated translations to support new features (including gamepad prompts).
  
• Increased label size that indicates number of items in item stack.
  
• Second tutorial variant for gamepad.
  
• Fixed long lasting issue causing random crashes when switching between scenes.
  
• Virtual keyboard support.

With this we're hoping to get the Steam Deck verified badge very soon!


Skill and quick slot wheel


Sorted inventory

We'd still love to hear about your experience. We can't stress enough how important your feedback is to us!

At the same time we'd like to thank everyone who played Of Blades & Tails on the public beta branch and shared their thoughts in out Discord, helping us polish this update as much as we could!


Felix & Pineapple Works

Patch 0.7.3 Hotfix 1 has now been deployed, please consider restarting Steam if you don't see the update.

• - Fixed an issue where the player would not go Online/Offline in a backend service (causing the "you've been playing for 24h" issue)
  
• - Fixed a kill volume being too easy to trigger on Matka Underground

Fixed and issue when accessories does not shown up at the vendor for certain body presets.

Hey Panda Peeps!

All the nekomimi lovers in the chat say “Nyaaaaan”! It’s time for a purrific sale!

From June 27th to July 2nd, we’re doing our best lucky waving cat impression and bestowing you all with a gift of good fortune: 10% bonus Diamonds with every Diamond Bundle purchase! But hmm… We think this sale needs to be a bit more kitty-centric. How about we throw in Nutaku-chan’s Unique Outfit (the one with the cat ears, of course!) as a bonus with your Diamond Bundle as well?

Need MORE cat girls? What a silly question… Of course you do! That’s why we’re also offering 50% off that speedy cheetah Catara’s bundle! Oh, and the store Limited Time Event girls are 15% off, too. They may not (all) be cat girls, but if you wanna imagine them with kitty ears and a tail, then go right ahead! Or how about one of those cute lil’ collars with a bell? We know Mio approves!

We love you so hard,

The Pandas

Dear CTS: Tram players,

Thank you for an amazing launch in Early Access! Your enthusiasm and feedback have been, and still are, invaluable to us.

It has been an insanely busy week for us and we’re actively working to address the most significant issues you've reported, and a patch will be released shortly. We are also still actively listening to your feedback and your opinions.

For instance, you've told us that customizing controls and joystick support are important to you. As a result, we have elevated these two features on our list of priorities.

If you have any suggestions, feel free to join the official ViewApp Discord and share your thoughts! The Discord is also the best place to report any issues, so be sure to join us there.

Our current plan is to implement the following fixes for the upcoming patch:

• Fixing incorrect switch settings at the “Unterer Ring” junction
  
• Grounding the floating signal at Engelsbrunnen
  
• Correctly integrating the ULF as an AI tram
  
• Removing the graphical glitch on the R2.2b model door
  
• Correcting the destination displays of AI trams
  
• Resolving existing issue with passengers blocking the shunting desk in the R2.2b
  
• Addressing crash issues following collisions with trams
  
• Eliminating brief loss of driving sound when crossing switches
  
• Corrections to the Text-To-Speech announcements
  
• Correcting vehicle slots issue in sandbox operation

Please keep in mind that this list might change before the patch releases.

We appreciate your patience and support as we fine-tune the game to provide the best tram simulation experience possible.

Again, we are endlessly grateful for your support and are looking forward to continuing this journey with all of you.

See you soon,
The Viewapp and Dovetail Games teams

Last week we released the Species Pack DLC and today we've made updates to that pack that include; more species, multi-selecting portraits, and adding the ability to 'copy species'.

For clarity on what's included in Galactic Civilizations IV versus what's exclusive to the Species Pack, please refer to the chart here.

Newly added species include:

• Elesaran: Avian Phenotype with low Diligence and Resolve but high Social. 
  
• Ganthari: Thanks to their powerful memories, the Ganthari are known as one of the galaxy's wisest species. However, they are not overly popular, as the Ganthari will never forget a grudge.
  
• Glendorian The Glendorians are a mysterious and aloof species. They are known to seek solitude and prefer isolation. With the galaxy at arm's length, they've kept many secrets.
  
• Phaelerian: The Phaelerian's appearance hides a vicious and opportunistic nature. Their quick wits and surprising speed make them shockingly competent warriors and allow their scientists to maintain an edge in the arms race. 
  
• Seculoid: Seculoids, having adapted to drastically shifting climates over millennia, can make most environments habitable. Their extreme intelligence makes them some of the most competent scientists, and their versatile tentacles can adapt to almost every task.
  
• Truskar: A species of trophy hunters, the Truskar takes pride in defeating powerful foes. Single-minded and tenacious, the Truskar will forsake most things if it means achieving victory.
  
• Unirix: The Unirix are a paranoid and untrusting species of insects. Their survival instincts are unmatched, in part due to their experience with discrimination among other species.
  
• Zpherian: Intelligent, charismatic, fickle, and cruel, the Zpherians are compassionate allies and vindictive foes. 

All GalCiv IV players will see minor tweaks to the base species, improved AlienGPT image generation, and some bug fixes. See the full changelog here.

Hello everyone!

Emiliano, our game director, along with Yannis and Steven (that's me), the community managers, hosted a Q&A on our Discord last week. Inspired by the questions from that session, we want to share some key points that we feel are important for a larger audience.

Happy reading!

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The game originated from Emiliano's passion for brewing and tycoon games. Although he has been working in the industry for a while, he had never had the opportunity to develop a tycoon game until now. Venturing into managing a brewery felt like a natural progression. Our Game Director has read extensively about beer crafting, and it was during this research that he stumbled upon trappist abbeys. The traditions and history behind these monastic ales captivated him. This and the fact monastery beers are some of his favourites.

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You will begin your journey with a humble abbey and the ambition of growing larger and more prosperous. To achieve this, you'll create unique recipes and sell your freshly made beverages to nearby villages.

As you advance, it is essential to continually evolve your brewing practices, as brewing is not a practice set in stone. By allowing your monks to conduct research, you'll unlock new tools, ingredients, and rooms, thereby enriching your monastic life.

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There are over 20 European styles of beer in the game at the moment, ranging from blond ale to Bohemian pilsner. For each of these styles, you'll be able to craft unique recipes by selecting your desired ingredients. You can also tweak these to gain specific bonuses—or risk getting your beer infected!
Different towns have varying preferences for beer types; not everyone enjoys the same brews. By catering to local tastes and fulfilling special orders during events, you'll be able to earn more florins.

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The monks under your charge are essential for producing the best beers. Each monk has unique stats that will get better over time with training and experience. However, be mindful of their individual needs and desires; providing a bed and a beer is a good start to keep them content.

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After two years of development, the game is in a good state and we’ll absolutely do a demo later this year. In the meantime, we are also considering the option of conducting some playtests beforehand.
To be sure to not miss this or extra content, follow us on our diverse socials platform

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Wishlist the game on Steam! It’s the best way to support us. Additionally, if you know anyone who might enjoy our game, please tell them about us. We’re always excited to welcome new people and share our passion for tycoon games with them!

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If you wish to know more, you can also check the weekly updates about the game on IndieDB! The audio version of the Q&A is also included, with some more specific questions addressed in it.

Weekly update

Have a great day and see you soon brewers!🍺

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2789460/Ale_Abbey/

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The response to Brocula has been incredibly positive, and I am truly grateful for all the support and enthusiasm the game has received so far. I understand that many of you have been eagerly waiting for a chance to grab the game at a discount. So, I'm thrilled to announce that Brocula will be available at 25% off during the upcoming Steam Summer Sale. This is the perfect opportunity for those who have been holding out to jump in and experience the game. Thank you all for your continued support!

Prateek
Destroyer Doggo

This is just a quick fix which will hopefully resolve players getting all achievements as soon as they start the game. The problem seemed to be in the fact that we included a persistent save file to the build while we tested the latest update. This was a persistent save from our own files that we should have removed before uploading the build on Steam.
We apologize for the inconvenience. Hopefully, this issue is resolved now. For players who have already faced this bug, we also apologize. Sadly, there is nothing that can be done to reset those achievements.
Again, our deepest apologies for that.

It's been a hot month, and not just because of the weather! We've been busy adding new content to make your Tinkerlands adventure even more exciting.

Check out what's new and let us know your thoughts!


We heard your requests loud and clear! We're working hard on developing the multiplayer mode for you. In the meantime, enjoy our new trailer showcasing this exciting feature!



1. A Hut on Chicken Legs

Any folklore fans here? We've got a cozy yet creepy new boss accommodation! We're keeping the boss's name a secret for now, but can you guess it?



2. Mimic

Watch out! Some chests can now fight back for their treasures!




We're working hard on expanding the list of various side activities to keep you busy and entertained while playing our tiny game! Here're some of the WIP side activities we've got for now (yes, don't be too surprised with ingots as your crops and swords as a combination of fishes in your pot - anything is possible in the world of Tinkerlands! 😁)

1. Farming



2. Fishing



3. Cooking




The exploration of pyramids won't go too easy for you. Deactivate or escape lethal traps to get to the hidden treasures!




There will be one sure way to get to your ship - through Toucan Airlines! Wanna enter or leave it? Launch a signal rocket and enjoy your flight!




That's all for now, but as usual, we've got some future surprises for you! So stay tuned and don't forget to wishlist the full version of the game and join our Discord server!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2617700/Tinkerlands/