In addition to todays changes there has been significant work done towards getting New Game+ working, I'll save listing those things for when New Game+ is ready and put it all in one post.
Changes:
Added an indication when you're on the right track while seeking out the rat secret.
Added emphasis when explaining that an owlet is moving into the shop.
During the final encounter, will now display exactly how many actions remain that could help you succeed.
Dramatically increased the coin reward from the fungi side quest.
Added an extra hint pointing towards a secret location in The Capital.
Reduced the required apples for apple chest 23 to 10, making Store Marketing Beats more accessible in the early game.
Added a new secret reward.
Bug Fixes:
Fixed missing achievement trigger when doing the ruthless art option.
Fixed an issue where you could get stuck on the train.
Fixed a typo in the tax vault.
Fixed clipping issue in the Deepwoodway.
Fixed a text box in The Capital missing an NPC name and voice.
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Update Notes - 1.00.08 - March 15th 2023
Changes:
Added a 4th option in the logger petition to allow a generous route.
Added a prompt to keep looking for more options if the player gets stuck on the final section of the train.
Bug Fixes:
Fixed the wrong icons being displayed on one of the commodity traders.
Fixed a petition to correctly indicate that it increases both generosity and ruthlessness.
Fixed metal commodity inventory count displaying the incorrect number.
Fixed the really long way not working correctly when approaching from the left.
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Update Notes - 1.00.07 - March 14th 2023
Today's update includes some new hints at points of the game where players were having a hard time remembering what they needed to do next.
Changes:
Added a character portrait for Replete
Added the Store Marketing Beat as an option when Spellbinding
Added a way to unstuck Magnolia in rare circumstances
Can now ask the Witch for a reminder on where to the find Skeleton
Drink count displayed over machines in the Underwalk Pub now update when entering the map
Calling the Bird during the item trade sequence will now prompt the player to do the sequence
Elora's hints during the item trade sequence now prompt the player to do the sequence
Changed the sprite used on the important plant outside Faeona to make it more obvious
Bug Fixes:
Fixed a minor bug where one property was displaying the wrong owner text
Fixed a bug causing the bridge builder to get stuck
Fixed certain characters appearing in the epilogue when they shouldn't
Fixed a bug with event locations in the Gem Lab after updating while in there
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Update Notes - 1.00.06 - March 13th 2023
A couple of big gameplay changes in this one, most notable the new Commodity Trading system. Accessible in the Port area of The Capital.
Changes:
Added a new late game system, commodity trading.
Added emphasis to the sign near Bucks.
Moved the Apple Ascension spell acquisition earlier in the Apple Labyrinth.
Added an Apple Chest to the labyrinth.
Added an Apple Chest to the Auction Plaza.
Buffed the Store Marketing Beat effect from 15 to 24 quick customers.
Added a visual indicator in the store when the Store Marketing Beat is in effect.
The Time Pineapple now also causes most passive systems to advance when used.
Added a popup notifying the player that they can hold the interact key to speed up actions.
Bug Fixes:
Hid the Wood Merchant Boss petition temporarily.
Fixed apple count in Enterpriston from 21 to 22.
Temporarily removed a trigger related to upcoming content.
Fixed a bug causing the trigger for the last property to become available not triggering.
Fixed a bug where buying a level beyond 99 caused you to loop back to level 1.
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Update Notes - 1.00.05 - March 13th 2023
Changes:
Added 5 extra seconds to the target training minigame.
Removed the sphere blocking a path south of Faeona.
Added an item to the black market that reveals possible accessory combos.
Buffed Lesser Animal Magnetism Gem from 1g to 2g.
Buffed Animal Magnetism Gem from 2g to 5g.
Added some extra text when you pick up the Mood Board to emphasise that it's an Accessory for the Artist.
Added a new extension to the upgrade store in the late game.
Added a quick equip button (on existing saves reset your controls or manually bind to use it)
Added text to Store Marketing Beat description indicating that it's effect can be stacked.
Added a new area on the Port map (for an upcoming new late game system).
Bug Fixes:
Fixed some bugs with the manashine sell interface.
Fixed controls config so it will now display the name of custom keybinds.
Fixed a bug where the bridge builder could disappear.
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Update Notes - 1.00.04 - March 11th 2023
Changes:
Added a dedicated chat log button (Press L on keyboard or Select on gamepad, you'll need to reset controls or manually bind it in the options menu to enable it on old saves)
Updated chat log tutorial text to account for the new button
Highlighted that bribe is an option when you unlock it
Added a microwave sprite to MrTony's.
Bug Fixes:
Fixed lope stock input window having 4 digits instead of 5.
Fixed an issue where the player could get out of bounds in Lake Schedule.
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Update Notes - 1.00.03 - March 10th 2023
Changes:
Reworded the hints for succeeding in the final confrontation to be more clear.
Reworded an expletive said by the Bird.
Dialogue with famine boy during his quest will not repeat anymore.
Added an answer if you offer famine boy salt.
Added text explaining where to see your inspiration items the first time you collect some from an easel.
Added names to Faeona real estate that were missing them.
Added a hint that Tinto exists.
Added another Mrs. Five location hint.
Added a reminder during the phase where you have to meet the G-knights.
Added animations to the fire during phoenix event.
Added an easter egg to the horsecut.
Added animations when using Nature's Beckon.
Added a new convince condition during the final confrontation.
Added unlockable icons on the apartment elevator after meeting all the residents.
Changed it so that the drink menu closes after using drink until full.
Bug Fixes:
Fixed an issue causing the end credits cutscene to get stuck if a certain decision had been made.
Fixed Cora's hint to find the G-knights to trigger at the correct time.
Fixed one of the conditions taken into account during the final confrontation, was subtracting instead of adding convince points.
Fixed a typo during dialogue on the train.
Fixed 2 infinite coin glitches.
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Update Notes - 1.0.0.02 - March 9th 2023
Changes:
Added a prompt when first meeting Apple Custard that you can talk to them to find out your Apple Spirit count.
Made it so that the product choice log will now take into account the new 3rd Tea option.
Added a repeating prompt to begin the trade quest when it is relevant.
Bug Fixes:
Fixed a typo in one of the Faeona cutaway scenes.
Fixed a rare issue where you could get stuck in the City Markets.
Fixed a bug where the player got stuck in a looping dialogue in Aberton Manor.
Fixed a bug causing a cutscene with Odina to get stuck if the player had made certain choices.
Fixed a typo in dialogue with the Bird.
Fixed a reference to Custard that said Crumble instead.
Made it so that the Tea easy acquisition method can still be achieved if the Tea Vendor has already moved to his second location.
Fixed the triggers for orange, jukebox, and egg achievements.
Fixed a set of text boxes missing backgrounds in the Capital.
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Update Notes - 1.00.01 - March 8th 2023
A small post launch update, here's the details.
Changes:
Added an extra choice when unlocking Fermented Tea that only appears if you have 0 ruthlessness, allowing for a 0 ruthless run.
In the chat log tutorial, changed references to the run button into the walk/run button.
Added a hint on how to sell the 8th Enterpriston product.
Changed the Closed/Open sign item's description to be more descriptive.
Added a very subtle easter egg during a Lords of Business cutaway that will only appear if the player has met certain conditions.
Added new Tea Reading possibilities.
Removed the Mana cost on the Nature's Beckon spell entirely.
Reworded the Tax Safety Display item description to be more clear.
Added a hint regarding rabbit holes.
Added a sign to the City Markets indicating where you are, and directions to other plot relevant locations.
Bug Fixes:
Fixed max jukebox track counter, was 45 is now 47.
Added missing voice effects for a couple of text boxes in early Enterpriston.
Fixed typo on auction NPC dialogue.
Fixed a bug causing an Orange Salesmen to lock the player into a loop.
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