[p]G’day! Hello, everyone![/p][p]Are you enjoying the recent Night Market event from the latest update? We imagine your islands are looking more unique than ever with the various decorative items available through the Night Market! We’ve been curious to see how you’re enjoying the new content, so we’ve prepared a small community event: our Snapshot Event.[/p][p]The Snapshot Event is a light, casual event held on our official Discord, where you can share screenshots of your decorated island based on a theme we suggest each round. As you may have guessed from the title, the theme of this first Snapshot Event is “Night Market”![/p][p]Decorate your island using outfits or furniture from the Night Market, and take a snapshot—either with your villagers or your friends! You can find the full event details below.[/p][p][/p]
Event Schedule
[p]Submission Period: From July 15, 2025[/p]
[p]Until July 27, 2025, 08:00 AM (UTC)[/p]
[p]Until July 27, 2025, 01:00 AM (PDT)[/p]
[p]Until July 27, 2025, 06:00 PM (AEST)[/p]
[p]Winner Announcement: July 31, 2025[/p]
[p]Gift Delivery: From July 31, 2025[/p]
[p](Additional instructions for prize delivery will be provided directly to the selected participants.)[/p][p][/p]
[p]Click the “New Post” button and upload your snapshot with a short title or description[/p]
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Event Rewards
[p]To thank everyone who’s enjoying the update with us, we’ll be offering a small token of appreciation.[/p]
[p]10 participants will be randomly selected to receive a $5 Steam Gift Card[/p]
[p]2 snapshots that receive the most ❤️ emoji reactions will each receive a $10 Steam Gift Card[/p]
[p]Note: The actual value may vary depending on your country and currency.[/p][p][/p]
Important Notes
[p]Each participant may submit only once, and must be Freshies or higher in rank. (If you post multiple times, only your first entry will be considered.)[/p]
[p]Please use English, the default language of our Discord server.[/p]
[p]Abusing the system or displaying unsportsmanlike behavior may lead to disqualification, at the discretion of the moderators and admins. (This may include a Discord ban in severe cases.)[/p]
[p]Do not steal or alter someone else’s ideas.[/p]
[p]Please avoid using profanity, slander, political or religious content, sexually suggestive themes, or anything that could be offensive to others.[/p]
[p]Submitted snapshots may be used in future official updates. By submitting your entry, you grant the company the rights to use your idea.[/p]
[p]Basic edits such as brightness or saturation adjustments are allowed, but please avoid excessive modifications. (This will not affect selection.)[/p]
[p]Entries that significantly deviate from the theme (Night Market) or are of such low image quality that the content cannot be clearly seen may be disqualified.[/p]
[p]Only in-game screenshots are eligible. Images generated by AI tools or other external software will result in disqualification if detected.[/p]
[p] [/p][p]We look forward to your cozy and creative snapshots~ Hooroo~![/p]
Dinkum Relay Streaming ‘DINK-A-THON’
[p]G'day! Hello, everyone![/p][p]Today, we’re bringing you something a little different—exciting news about the Dinkum marathon stream, “DINK-A-THON”! Passionate Dinkum fans who are also streamers have come together to host a special relay stream event. From July 13 to 15, 19 streamers will take turns streaming Dinkum over 48 hours, with each taking a slot of approximately 3 hours. We’re sharing this through our official channels so that more people can discover Dinkum and enjoy the stream event together.[/p][p]Just as everyone enjoys the game in their own unique way, we’re excited to see the many different sides of Dinkum through each of the streamers. There will also be some fun giveaways for viewers during the stream, so if you get the chance, make sure to catch the event live![/p][p]For the full list of participating streamers and their streaming links, please refer to the details below.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
DINK-A-THON Event Details
Streaming schedule
[p]July 13, 11:00 AM ~ July 15, 08:00 AM (UTC)[/p]
[p]July 13, 04:00 AM ~ July 15, 01:00 AM (PDT)[/p]
[p]July 13, 09:00 PM ~ July 15, 06:00 PM (AEST)[/p]
[p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/35352186/cfccca95e7a4df45c422cac6de7918b173df0e12.png"][/p][p]※ Please note that this is not an official event hosted by KRAFTON but a fan-made event. We appreciate your understanding that we may not be able to respond to inquiries related to this event.[/p][p]※ The content in the image above, as well as the list of participating streamers and the streaming schedule, are subject to change without prior notice.[/p][p] [/p][p]Thank you![/p]
Collecting Play Environment Information for Multiplayer Improvement
[p]G'day! everyone.[/p][p][/p][p]We’ve been consistently identifying various inconveniences and issues reported through the Steam discussion board, Discord, and customer support regarding the multiplayer environment. Despite various efforts, including engine updates, to improve the multiplayer environment, we recognize that some players are still experiencing difficulties due to numerous variables such as region of residence, internet connection, and PC specifications.[/p][p]As mentioned, multiplayer-related issues are caused by a wide range of factors, and in order to address them, we need to collect information about your gameplay environment. If you have experienced any of the multiplayer issues listed below, we kindly ask that you submit your information via the prepared link. This will help us analyze the data more thoroughly and work toward providing a better multiplayer service.[/p][p][/p]
[p]Disconnected during multiplayer and lost game progress[/p]
[p]Unable to enter specific areas during multiplayer[/p]
[p]Differences in progression time or acquired resources between host and guest players[/p]
[p]Crash occurs when trying to sleep and save the game during multiplayer[/p]
[p]Unable to exit NPC conversation or accept quests during multiplayer, making further gameplay impossible[/p]
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msinfo File Collection
[p]One of the data we collect includes uploading the msinfo file. This file contains comprehensive information such as your PC’s hardware, system components, software environment, and IP. If you prefer not to upload this file, that is completely fine. Please refer to the instructions below to extract the msinfo file.[/p]
[p]Press the Windows + R keys.[/p]
[p]Type msinfo32 in the search field and press Enter.[/p]
[p]In the new window, click ‘File’ at the top left and select ‘Save’.[/p]
[p]Choose your desired directory and click ‘Save’.[/p]
[p]Locate the saved file in the selected directory and upload it to the submission form.[/p]
[p] [/p][p]Thank you![/p]
Hot Fix Announcement - June 30
[p]G'day, everyone![/p][p]We’ve released a hotfix to address several issues that occurred after last week’s Night Trader update. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused while playing the game. We are continuously working to resolve other reported bugs and issues, and will keep you updated via announcements as new developments arise.[/p][p]If you encounter any bugs or issues while playing Dinkum, please continue to report them in the \[Bug Report] channel on our official Discord. We’ll do our best to ensure a smooth experience for everyone.[/p][p] [/p]
Hotfix Schedule
[p]June 30, 2025 – 10:00 (UTC) / 03:00 (PDT)[/p]
[p]No downtime required[/p]
[p]If you are currently playing the game, you can continue without interruption. However, to experience the game with the fixes applied, we recommend restarting the game after installing the update.[/p]
Fixes
[p]Fixed a bug that causes villagers to become stuck when hanging out.[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that caused some lights to not turn on at night.[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that caused animal feeder to disappear when buying a Chook in Irwin’s tent.[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that voice chat prompt was overlapping camera UI messages in multiplayer mode.[/p]
Changes
[p]Adjusted the spawn rate of Berkonium in the Hot Hot Hot.[/p]
[p]Following feedback that Verconium Ore was too difficult to obtain, its spawn rate had been increased, but it was unintentionally too high. It has now been slightly reduced—still higher than before the Night Trader update.[/p]
[p]We will continue to keep this post updated with any further confirmed issues.[/p][p]If you'd like to talk about the game, please join us on the Steam forums or our official Discord.[/p][p] [/p][p]Thank you![/p]
Notice of Known Issues After the “Night Market” Update
[p]G'day, everyone! [/p][p]Are you enjoying the “Night Market” update?[/p][p]We’d like to share a summary of the currently known issues reported by players after the update. Please refer to the information below during your time in Dinkum.[/p][p]If you experience any bugs or issues while playing Dinkum, please continue to report them via the \[[url="https://discord.com/channels/892654052989628436/1084618343048298577"]Bug-report] channel. We’ll do our best to ensure a smoother gameplay experience.[/p][p][/p]
\[Known Issues After the “Night Market” Update (as of June 27)]
[p] Hotfix schedule will be announced separately.[/p]
[p]Villagers become stuck when hanging out[/p]
[p]Sometimes villager will be standing in spot, unable to move when asking a villager to hang out, running far away so the villager respawns and then returning to their location. This will be fixed.[/p]
[p]Some lights not turning on at night[/p]
[p]Floor lights and other lights may fail to turn on during nighttime. This is scheduled to be fixed.[/p]
[p]Animal feeder disappears after purchasing a Chook from Irwin’s Tent[/p]
[p]Visual bug with earrings appearing red when worn[/p]
[p]Aquamarine, emerald, and similar earrings may appear red at the point where they meet the character's ear. This will be fixed.[/p]
[p]Voice chat prompt overlaps camera prompt in multiplayer[/p]
[p]Adjustment to Berkonium spawn rate in Hot Hot Hot area[/p]
[p]Based on feedback that Berkonium ore was too difficult to obtain, its spawn rate was increased. However, it was raised more than intended, so it has been adjusted to a slightly increased rate[/p]
[p][/p][p]Confirmed (Expected Behavior or Already Explained)[/p]
[p]Removal of refresh rate (Hz) setting option after update[/p]
[p]The game’s frame rate now automatically adjusts to match your monitor’s refresh rate.[/p]
[p]"Steam download data is corrupted" message preventing installation or launch[/p]
[p]Temporarily resolved by uninstalling and reinstalling the Steam client.[/p]
[p][/p][p]Issues Under Investigation[/p]
[p]Map markers for quests activating simultaneously[/p]
[p]Partial cropping of certain loading screen images in specific conditions[/p]
[p]Mustard coat appears black when worn or placed on the ground[/p]
[p][/p][p]We’ll continue to update this post as more information becomes available.[/p][p] Thank you for your continued support![/p]
Steam Summer Sale Promotion
[p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/35352186/d5e44c1b2841d6a0bb741c04dfdd406b14f87cf6.png"][/p][p]G’day mate![/p][p][/p][p]Following the discount promotion that started on the 12th, our SteamSummer Sale Promotion is now live! If you missed the previous promotion or were still on the fence about getting Dinkum, now’s your chance to jump in![/p][p]Already own Dinkum? Then why not spread the word to your friends and enjoy playing together? Everything’s more fun with mates, especially in Dinkum![/p][p][/p][p]Check out the details of the promotion below:[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
[p]Discount Period:[/p]
[p]June 26, 2025, 17:00 ~ July 10, 2025, 16:59 (UTC)[/p]
[p]June 26, 2025, 10:00 ~ July 10, 2025, 01:59 (PDT)[/p]
[p]Discount Rate:20%[/p]
[p]※ Please make sure that the 20% discount is correctly displayed before purchasing Dinkum.[/p][p][/p][p]Want to chat with other players about Dinkum? Feel free to visit our Steam Community or join the official Discord! And if you're enjoying the game, don’t forget to leave a review on Steam![/p][p][/p][p]See you in the game~ Hooroo![/p]
Night Market Update is Here!
[p]G’day mate![/p][p][/p][p]The long-awaited Night Market update is finally here! This is your golden chance to collect a variety of cosmetic items! From now on, the Night Merchant will visit you late at night on the 19th of every month. We’ve also made improvements including new Steam Achievements and various quality-of-life upgrades, so make sure to check out the new and improved Dinkum![/p][p]Curious about what’s in the patch? Take a sneak peek at the Night Merchant Update Patch Notes![/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/35352186/b9cbd7dac68a41eee708df8407d6dc5c6e26c5e3.jpg"][TAG-20][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]If you’d like to share your Dinkum adventures with other players, drop by the Steam Community or our official Discord. And if you’re enjoying the game, don’t forget to leave us a review on Steam![/p][p][/p][p]See you in the game~ Hooroo![/p]
Night market update patchnote preview
[p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/35352186/f6666f3657baabc3a38b0ccf95fcf7ff29b4bbd2.jpg"][/p][p]G’day! mate![/p][p] [/p][p]We're bringing you a sneak peek at the upcoming update! Scheduled for June 26, this update brings a brand-new event, new content, Steam achievements, QoL improvements, and bug fixes — making your Dinkum life more enjoyable than ever.[/p][p]After the preview of our official launch patch notes, we received many questions from you. From now on, we’ll continue to share patch notes 2–3 days before updates go live, so you can focus on gameplay on the day of![/p][p]Alright, let’s dive into the update details![/p][p] [/p]
Update Schedule
[p]June 26, 02:00 (UTC) / June 25, 19:00 (PDT)[/p]
[p]No downtime required.[/p]
[p]If you're already in-game, you can keep playing, but we recommend restarting after installing the update to access the new content.[/p]
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New Features
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Night Market Event
[p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/35352186/e8ad88fb6f051f99bab8ce4455bcdc75afc0a612.jpg"][/p][p]On the 19th of every month, a colorful tent will appear at the visitor spot. But it only opens its flaps after midnight, once your tiring day is over and the spooky late night sets in. Inside, you'll meet the Night Merchant, who claims to have come from the 'Depths'. (Once you've encountered them for the first time, their visit date will be marked on the calendar on the board.)[/p][p]Inside the tent, you can buy items displayed by the Night Merchant or craft decorative accessories at the Jewellery Table. The highlight of this event is the 'Mystery bag' — filled with various event items, available for purchase with Dinks. You can also buy the 'Blistering bottle', which summons a heatwave the next day, and the 'Glowing box', which plays different visuals depending on the time.[/p][p]Opening a mystery bag will grant you 3 random items from the list below.[/p]
[p]Bone Mask[/p]
[p]Bone Shirt[/p]
[p]Bone Pants[/p]
[p]Bone Shoes[/p]
[p]Paper Hat[/p]
[p]Glowing Mushroom Pot[/p]
[p]Giant Bat Wings[/p]
[p]Giant Feather Wings[/p]
[p]Glowing Glider (Super Rare!)[/p]
[p]Floor Candelabra[/p]
[p]Die[/p]
[p]Hand Bell[/p]
[p]Glowing Path[/p]
[p]Glowing PickAxe[/p]
[p]Wind Chime[/p]
[p]Glowing Dress[/p]
[p]Glowing Coat[/p]
[p]Glowing Sun Glasses[/p]
[p]Jackaroo Wand (When using the wand, a whirlwind will form on the ground. Try jumping higher!)[/p]
[p] [/p][p]There are glowing coats and dresses that shift colors, luminous tiles you can see even at midnight, and other unique items. Make your island stand out and enjoy![/p][p] [/p][p][/p]
Steam Achievements
[p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/35352186/9be0df075c331a1e0a5c61f17cc92bc3a62799a5.jpg"][/p][p]Steam achievements are finally here — a long-awaited feature! There are 25 quirky and creative achievements you can earn while playing. Among them are 8 entries selected from the recent community achievement contest. Time to show off your Dinkum prowess![/p][p](Some achievements are not applied retroactively — you’ll need to meet the conditions again even if they were already fulfilled.)[/p][p] [/p][p][/p]
[p]Crafting stackable items now allows bulk crafting. Looks like we can go to bed a bit earlier. Hehe...[/p]
[p]In winter, if a Wary Mu nest was destroyed, it may now respawn on each Saturday after sleeping.[/p]
[p]Improved camera smoothness for character and vehicles[/p]
[p]Improved camera when aiming[/p]
[p]Improved aiming controls for controllers[/p]
[p]Improved performance[/p]
[p]Bone Bow now fires further and charges faster[/p]
[p]Added Steam keyboard support when playing on Steamdeck or Big Picture Mode with a controller [/p]
[p]Improved legibility for UI text[/p]
[p]Improved UI elements for smaller screens[/p]
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Bug Fixes
[p]Fixed a bug that caused “Must be Empty” message to appear when picking up empty seats and beds[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that prevented the player from taking multiple photos once time had hit late[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that allowed pergolas to intersect with each other, causing item loss when picked up[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that prevented festoons from connecting to fences correctly[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that prevented crops from being watered when it rained while in the mines or off the island[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that caused projectile weapons to fire backwards when exiting aiming[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that blocked certain positions in houses and guests houses from placing items on them, especially after upgrading the building[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that caused item placement on certain tiles to appear on a different tile[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that occasionally prevented the player from entering a certain shop located on a boat[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that caused NPCs to speak over each other dialogue bubbles[/p]
[p]Made a change to prevent player’s dresses and skirts getting stuck in their waist[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that caused a weapon to drop with 1 durability remaining[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that caused furniture to “bounce” the first time when entering a house or guest house[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug that caused the price in the catalogue to be shown incorrectly by 1 dink[/p]
[p]Projectiles fired by players no longer do damage to other players and farm animals[/p]
[p] [/p][p]If you have feedback or thoughts on this patch note or Dinkum in general, feel free to drop a comment on our Steam page or join the official Discord and share your voice![/p][p] [/p][p]See you in the game~ Hooroo![/p]
Steam Achievement System and Upcoming Updates
[p]G’day! everyone![/p][p] [/p][p]Have you been enjoying the recent full release update? Today, we’d like to briefly update you on something many of you have been curious about — the Steam Achievement system and our upcoming update. The achievement system is a feature many players have been waiting a long time for, and we’re happy to say that it will be officially introduced in the next update alongside other new content.[/p][p][/p][p]However, due to a testing environment issue, the list of achievements will appear early in your Steam library. While you’ll be able to see the list, you won’t be able to make progress or unlock them until the update is live. To avoid any confusion, we wanted to let you know in advance. More detailed information will be shared soon in the official patch notes.[/p][p](Please note that since these achievements are currently visible for testing purposes, the final version may differ slightly upon release.)[/p][p]In addition to the achievement system, we’re also preparing a night market event featuring nighttime vendors, along with quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes — all things we hope you’ll enjoy![/p][p][/p][p]Thank you as always for your love and support for Dinkum. We’ll see you again soon in the patch notes![/p][p]See you in the game~ Hooroo~![/p]
Dinkum's First Discount Promotion Since Official Launch
[p]G’day! everyone![/p][p][/p][p]Since Dinkum’s official release on Steam on April 23, 2025, we’re excited to announce our very first discount promotion! If you haven’t had the chance to try Dinkum yet, this is the perfect opportunity to jump in. And don’t forget to share the news with your friends who might want to join you on your adventure![/p][p][/p]
[p]Discount Period: June 12, 2025, 17:00 – June 26, 2025, 16:59 (UTC)[/p]
[p]Discount Rate: 20%[/p]
[p]※ Please make sure that the 20% discount is correctly displayed before making your purchase.[/p][p][/p][p]There’s no better time to start your Dinkum journey! Build your very own town under the warm Outback sun.[/p][p][/p][p]See you in the game~ Hooroo~![/p]
