Patch 1.0.7 is live NOW on Steam and it includes some new QOL updates, adjustments, bug fixes, and accessibility options.
Updates:
By raising each towns' Maintenance levels, you can purchase new Village Storage upgrades in the shops, allowing you to stack more resources
You can also purchasing upgrades for Concord's resource inventory after raising town Maintenance levels, allowing resource stacking in their backpack
Here's what else is new in v1.0.7:
Added 4 new cosmetic hats - One new hat per village, and you will automatically get Spring Hamlet's new hat!
Backpack UI changes to match the cosmetic you have equipped
Added the ability to use Dew Jars from the Hotbar
Adjusted boss balance (including a nerf for Bookworm)
Adjusted tool hitboxes - Pick, Sickle, Parasol all have new adjustment behaviors and do not interrupt movement as harshly
Adjusted some Memory wording and functionality for clarity
Fixed issue where Rose's favor was not completing properly
Fixed issue where "Life Moves Slowly" memory was not functioning properly
Fixed an infinite leaflets exploit
Minor UI adjustments
Miscellaneous script adjustments
More Accessibility Options!
Added accessibility option to change dialogue text effect in Options menu
Added accessibility option to remove timed elements of Waterlog Dungeon puzzles in Options menu
Added accessibility option to influence VFX for weather elements
Added accessibility option to influence lighting for time of day
Many of these updates were requested throughout Steam Community, Discord, Twitter, and Reddit. We read your comments every single day - so thank you for helping us improve the game! That's all for now, but keep an eye out for more updates and news coming soon.
Happy exploring!
(Switch Users - This patch will be available for Switch soon. As always, thank you so much for your patience!)
Basic Combat Tips!
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Hey! Richelle from Rose City Games here!
I've been seeing a lot of questions about the combat in Garden Story. We know that it can be a little tricky, but there are lots of ways to make it easier on you!
I decided to compile a few basic combat tips that will help you find your footing as you explore the Grove and defeat the rot.
If you have any more tips you'd like to add, please leave a comment on this thread or on Youtube!
Good luck - you got this!!!
~Richelle (P.S. If you're looking for people to chat about Garden Story with, come join us on Discord!)
v1.0.6 Patch + Trading Cards!
Patch 1.0.6 just went live! Here’s what’s new:
Added collectible to unlock final memory slot
Fixed soft lock where endgame sequence in The World would not fire
Fixed soft lock where Concord could perish while exiting a dungeon
Fixed soft lock where Concord could get trapped in Ollie's shop
Fixed soft lock where Rapa would not address Concord when arriving in Autumn Town at night
Fixed bug where the player could plant seeds without owning them
Fixed various visual bugs
Reenabled missing book in Summer Bar library
Various spelling and wording adjustments
HUGE thanks to everyone who sent in bug reports with screenshots, videos, and tons of helpful info. With your help, we were able to track down these issues and get them resolved!
If you have any questions or run into any other issues, please get in touch at hello@rosecitygames.com, on Discord, or Steam Discussions.
But wait... there’s more!
We also just released Steam Trading Cards and community items. Now, you can earn trading cards while you play. Try to collect them all!
Thanks for playing Garden Story. Enjoy!
v1.0.5 Patch - End Game Trigger Issue
Just one update here!
Created additional protections for the issue blocking some players from triggering the end game sequence.
Huge thanks to players who reached out to help us with this issue! If you end up getting stuck triggering the end game sequence after updating with this patch, please contact us at hello@rosecitygames.com, or on Discord or Steam Discussions
More to come! ~
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v1.0.4 Patch - Critical Fixes
Attn Greenlings, Seafolk, and Frogs! Here's what's new in the latest patch:
Unobtainable items have been removed, enabling Library and Dowsing Rod upgrade completion.
Fixed bug where Pagu's favor could override the dowsing rod quest step
Fixed bug where favor completion could clear building plots
Fixed bug where roll boots could interrupt dowsing minigames
Fixed various visual bugs
Fixed Waterlog puzzle gate collisions
Added consistency to "Bloom Bank" area name
Minor audio adjustments
We believe we have solved the issue blocking some players from triggering the end game sequence, however, if you run into this, please do the following: > Press F1 > Tell us the 2 values it shows by contacting us at hello@rosecitygames.com, or on Discord or Steam Discussions
More to come! ~
Picogram + Rose City Games
v1.0.3 Quick Patch
Thanks so much for picking up Garden Story, we hope you're enjoying your time in the Grove! Here's what new:
Enabled Steam Screenshot function (push F12 and share your shots with the world!)
Fixed sequence break and soft lock where Concord could avoid bridge repair in the Rana tutorial.
Fixed sequence break where Concord could slip past the Waterlog guards.
Added visual indicator for where to trigger endgame sequence. Currently exploring other possible sequence issues in this area.
Fixed soft lock where Concord could get trapped in the Mists without ice skates.
Added item names to Village Storage Box.
Cube Coast is now labelled properly on the map.
Updated credits.
More to come! ~
Picogram + Rose City Games
Surprise! Garden Story is OUT NOW!
[previewyoutube="cTEWmmYP1S4;full"] You've played the demo, wishlisted the game, listened to the soundtrack, and waited all Summer... and we're excited to say that it's finally here!
Unify a broken community as the newly-appointed Guardian of The Grove. Traverse a vibrant island to combat invasive Rot, inspire its inhabitants, and rebuild your home. You won't have to do this alone: fruity friends await, ready to lend a hand!
Thank you so much for following us on this journey. We sincerely hope you enjoy Garden Story and all of the adventures that are waiting for you in the Grove.
Best, The Garden Story Team
Live Broadcast: First 30 Minutes of Garden Story
Hi everyone,
Thank you so much for tuning into our broadcast of the Garden Story OST. We hope you enjoyed the relaxing tunes and sounds of the Grove.
Starting today, we are streaming Garden Story content on our Steam page 24/7, including:
🌱 First 30 Minutes of Gameplay with Rose City Games co-founder, Will Lewis 🌱 Developer Stream from Picogram 🌱 Tiny jams from composer, Grahm Nesbitt
Be sure to check out this never before seen content, streaming right here on our Steam page!
Streaming some chill, retro-inspired, VIBES for you
Hi I’m Grahm, the composer of Garden Story.
The game is launching this Summer, and to celebrate, I’m streaming a preview of the Garden Story soundtrack here on Steam.
When I composed this game's soundtrack I tried to combine everything I love about my favorite RPG scores: from cozy village tunes, to mysterious dungeon themes, to upbeat battle tracks. My inspiration comes from all the games I played when I was a kid: Zelda games like Ocarina of Time and Wind Waker, Chrono Trigger, Pokémon series, Undertale, Animal Crossing series, and Final Fantasy X.
We will only be streaming this for just today, so enjoy it while it lasts!
Introducing: Cosmetics (Hats & Bags)!
Hello,
Richelle from Rose City Games here and I’m super excited to share some news about Garden Story.
For the first time ever, I’d like to introduce… Cosmetics!
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As a guardian of The Grove, Concord wears many hats. Now, they have a hat for every occasion whether they’re exploring, dowsing, or fending off the rot.
Each region in The Grove offers unique hats and bags— Try and collect them all! (Hats and bags are purely cosmetic and do not have any special abilities... but they sure look cool!)
Cosmetics will be available at launch. Be on the lookout for more news from Garden Story coming soon!
Best, Richelle & The Garden Story Team ................................................................................. Join us on Discord Follow us on Twitter
