[p][/p][p]Spring drizzles have melted the ice hole into an open pond, attracting new fish to settle in warmer waters.[/p][p]The Tackle Shop now stocks Garfin's special new rods crafted for pond fishing.[/p][p]Grab one and give it a swing![/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/4525abca1d6111b45bde6005e9d44eedb9fc3fe1.png"][TAG-20][/p][p][/p]
WHAT IF? Mode - Season 2
[p][/p][p]Swing giant weapons, pass the ticking bomb, or transform into a ball and crash into rivals...[/p][p]6 brand new WHAT IF? rules await![/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/82c80bc7cbaefd6a22897e15cba6b0664a9771fb.png"][/p][p]In Quick Match, WHAT IF? Mode is available for a limited time from now until Mar 11 at 20:00 (PT).[/p][p]In Custom Game, you can now mix and match different WHAT IF? rules to create unexpected results.[/p][p]Up to 3 WHAT IF? rules can be selected per game. Their effects will influence each other.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
Hoof Pass
[p][/p][p]With the Chinese New Year approaching… Happy Year of the Horse![/p][p]Wishing you smooth rides and steady strides![/p][p]The Hoof will be available for free from Feb 13 at 20:00 until Mar 13 at 20:00 (PT).[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/1118c890da47690449be106eb17092dd34c5f976.png"][/p][p]During the event, received Animal Level XP will also convert into battle pass Points at a set ratio.[/p][p]You can also earn bonus Points by completing daily and weekly pass challenges.[/p][p]Level up your Pass to unlock hoof themed outfits and more rewards![/p][p][/p][p][/p]
God of Wealth Event
[p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/907e7fc97f6853589476402976184e3e5fee759b.png"][/p][p]From Feb 19 at 20:00 to Feb 26 at 20:00 (PT), come search for "God of Wealth Roach" appearing randomly across different maps, and claim red envelopes filled with surprise amounts of Nemo Bucks![/p][p]During the event, the God of Wealth themed outfits are also available in the Item Shop for a limited time. Don't miss out![/p][p][/p][p]Note: Each player can only claim one red envelope per day. Resets daily at midnight (UTC-4).[/p][p]When the God of Wealth appears, the red envelope can only be claimed by one player. First come, first served.[/p][p]The new outfit's price is set at 666 Nemo Bucks because it symbolizes good fortune and success in Chinese culture, and is unrelated to any religious meaning.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
New Character "Roach" enters the Item Shop
[p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/e04d31b1585e3d5ab6d1abf5f83407049502da72.png"][/p][p]New character "Roach" has joined the party![/p][p]It will be featured in the Item Shop from Feb 12 at 20:00 until Feb 19 at 20:00 (PT), after which it will join the regular shop rotation.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
More Content Updates
[p]In Item Shop:[/p]
[p]Added 3 new and 3 returning Valentine's Day themed outfits, available from now until Feb 18 at 20:00 (all times below are in PT).[/p]
[p]Added 3 new and 5 returning Lion Dance Series outfits, available from Feb 13 at 20:00 until Feb 27 at 20:00.[/p]
[p]Limited-time in-game holiday decorations:[/p]
[p]Valentine's Day limited appearance for the "Crossbow" weapon, available from now until Feb 18 at 20:00.[/p]
[p]Spring Festival limited throwables "Gold Ingot" and "Firecracker", available from Feb 13 at 20:00 until Feb 27 at 20:00.[/p]
[p]Spring Festival limited scene decorations in various maps, available from Feb 13 at 20:00 until Feb 27 at 20:00.[/p]
[p]Limited "Red Envelope Rain" effect on the podium, available from Feb 13 at 20:00 until Feb 27 at 20:00.[/p]
[p]Added "Moon Chair" and "Director's Chair" to the Vending Machine in Spring Cabin.[/p]
[p]Added 1 new track "Mellow Breeze" to the Jukebox in Spring Cabin.[/p]
[p]Sent the "Owscars Statuette Avatar" to winners of the "Owscars Short Film Contest".[/p]
[p][/p]
Feature Updates
[p]Added a "View Help" button in WHAT IF? Mode - Custom Game to easily view specific game rules.[/p]
[p]In the Spring Cabin Aquarium, the owner's name will appear above the fish when holding the scoreboard key.[/p]
[p][/p]
Bug Fixes
[p]Fixed an issue in Winter Cabin / Spring Cabin where the Fishing Journal could not be closed if a fish took the bait while the journal was open.[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue in Winter Cabin / Spring Cabin where hooked fish would abnormally detach in specific situations.[/p]
[p]Further fixed an issue in Winter Cabin / Spring Cabin where players could not enter Photo Mode after extending game duration.[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue in Nemo Kart where certain decors were mistakenly made available for purchase (please check the Party Animals official forum for the reclaim notice and compensation details https://forum.partyanimals.com/d/11727).[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue in the friend list where friends playing in Winter Cabin / Spring Cabin were incorrectly shown as "Idle".[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue on PS5 where pinned friends lost their status after restarting the game.[/p]
[p]Fixed missing glowing particle effects for "Stretch Chinchilla Lime", "Chicken Coconut", and "Lotus Root" outfits.[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue where the explosion effect of bombs might display with a delay in specific situations.[/p]
[p]Fixed a 10006 crash error on PS5.[/p]
[p][/p]
Optimizations
[p]In JAWS:[/p]
[p]Changed ground, deck, crates, and their fragments to be ungrabbable.[/p]
[p]Reduced the explosion wait time for the spectator throwable "Bomb".[/p]
[p]Optimized shark attack response speed; the higher the water level rises, the faster the shark reacts.[/p]
[p]Prevented sharks from moving onto the deck.[/p]
[p]Optimized player voice range in Spring Cabin; volume decays with distance but remains audible even from afar.[/p]
[p]Optimized the fishing drop rate system in Spring Cabin (please check the Party Animals official forum for specific adjustments https://forum.partyanimals.com/d/11730).[/p]
[p]Optimized spatial audio effects in the Final Destination map.[/p]
[p]Prevented players removed from a Custom Game lobby from rejoining for a period of time.[/p]
[p]Added display of the specific maps' name chosen by the lobby owner when viewing the lobby info panel in Custom Game.[/p]
[p]Optimized interaction performance when selecting the "Empty" option in the Emote Wheel / Gesture Wheel.[/p]
[p]Configured the game to automatically switch to FSR settings on the next launch if a crash occurs due to DLSS graphics settings.[/p]
Party Animals Monthly Banned Player Notice - January
[p]Dear Players,[/p][p][/p][p]To maintain a healthy and fair gaming environment, we are taking actions to suspend accounts that exhibit abnormal behavior, use macros, or violate our community guidelines and terms of service.[/p][p][/p][p]After system detection and thorough reviews, we found that some accounts have violated Section 10.1 of the Party Animals End User Licence Agreement by engaging in cheating activities. According to the relevant regulations, these accounts will face penalties of varying severity, which may include temporary or permanent login restrictions.[/p][p][/p]
[p]HH**JM[/p][p]QF**VE[/p][p]Q6**6M[/p][p]VV**7T[/p][p]VT**XU[/p][p][/p][p]To provide a better gaming experience for everyone, we will continue to strengthen our efforts in detecting and addressing in-game violations. We also encourage all players to help maintain a fair and just gaming environment.[/p][p][/p][p]If you are using a third-party controller and related software, please note that some of these programs may include macro functions, which could result in your account being suspended. To prevent similar issues in the future, we recommend avoiding using such controllers or software during gameplay.[/p][p][/p][p]If you come across any inappropriate behavior from players, you can report it to us through the in-game or official website reporting functions. Please provide relevant evidence, such as videos, and we will investigate the matter.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for your support and understanding of Party Animals.[/p][p][/p][p]Sincerely, [/p][p]Party Animals Dev Team[/p]
Ver 1.14 Updates (2025/12/20, Patch 1.14.1.0)
Version 1.14.1.0 (2025.12.20)
Bug Fixes
[p]Fixed an issue where the outfit "Gummy Bob" displayed incorrectly under certain conditions.[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue in Winter Cabin - Fishing where bait was still consumed when the prompt "No fish can be caught" was shown.[/p]
[p][/p]
Optimizations
[p]Optimized the night sky textures in Winter Cabin.[/p]
[p]Optimized the water surface visuals of the ice hole during foggy weather in Winter Cabin - Fishing.[/p]
Patch Notes 1.14.0.0
New last-stand map "JAWS"
[p][/p][p]The new last-stand map "JAWS" is now live. Don't stay in water for too long, and watch out for sharks![/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/208c4e8f95b9f3330801ed5da50a9b3c3f3b1d8f.png"][/p][p][/p]
Winter Ice-Fishing
[p][/p][p]Snow's falling again. Some unfamiliar fish seem to have shown up near the Winter Cabin.[/p][p]Don't forget to check the weather before heading out![/p][p]Behind the nearby forest, an ice hole has been opened. Let's try out the new rods there![/p][p]Fishing alone doesn't have to be so lonely, so bring a radio along.[/p][p]It seems an Aquarium has been built somewhere, but where exactly...?[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/f5e8c0dd755435cce9a77138d05d8e47c7b345dc.png"][/p][p][/p]
New Gestures
[p][/p][p]A bunch of new Gestures are now available in the Item Shop, unlocked with Cookies. Check them out now![/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/0141b28a6ef4ed866751a5e0adbdaca520865253.png"][/p][p][/p]
X-mas Outfits
[p][/p][p]Seven brand-new X-mas themed outfits are arriving soon in the Item Shop, and X-mas outfits priced in Nemo Bucks will be 50% off when gifted to friends. Past X-mas outfits will also return later in batches. Stay tuned! (Check the images for exact dates)[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/0d13785dbff4c7171d2963c352d57fce72978810.png"][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/e62c1a4147af6a4a1f66b02f0a0f736c42ae7ae3.png"][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/52ef0b492bd7f45a07bdf4ddd29ddb7e9e90829c.png"][/p][p][/p]
X-mas Kart Decors
[p][/p][p]X-mas Kart Decors will return for a limited time from 2025/12/18 20:00 to 2026/1/1 20:00 (PT).[/p][p]Special X-mas track mechanics in Nemo Kart have also returned for a limited time.[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/4444a02734abc0ea7699bdba3aade7b14fb8a837.png"][/p][p][/p]
Gallery - Season 4
[p][/p][p]The winning entries of the Party Animals Photo Contest - Season 4 are now on display in the gallery.[/p][p]Go check if your photo made it onto the wall! [/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/a2e438bc48603d9d969ddd4886b17cdb08c612af.png"][TAG-110][/p][p][/p]
Throwables "Snowball" and "Golden Bomb"
[p][/p][p]Throwables "Snowball" and "Golden Bomb" return for a limited time from 2025/12/19 20:00 to 2026/1/2 20:00 (PT).[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
X-mas Daily Login Rewards
[p][/p][p]Nemo Bucks are up for grabs! Log in to Party Animals between 2025/12/23 20:00 and 2025/12/26 20:00 (PT) to receive 200 Nemo Bucks per day, for 3 days in total.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
Feature Updates
[p]In Winter Cabin:[/p]
[p]Added new fishing spot "Ice Hole."[/p]
[p]Added weather system.[/p]
[p]Added interactable item "Radio."[/p]
[p]Added new area "Aquarium."[/p]
[p]Added support for fishing while sitting.[/p]
[p]Added support to switch the current fishing rod in Tackle Box.[/p]
[p]Added support to "Lock" specific fish in the Bucket. Locked fish are kept when selling all fish.[/p]
[p]Restored snowball fights and sled pulling.[/p]
[p]Adjusted the order of entries in the fishing journal.[/p]
[p]Enabled map selection in Custom Game under "WHAT IF? Mode".[/p]
[p]Recategorized "WHAT IF? Mode" and "SMASH Mode" as "Last Stand" when creating Custom Game lobbies (previously listed under "The Lab"), and reclassified maps previously under "Last Stand" as "Last Stand Classic."[/p]
[p]Added a "sync gestures" feature. Players using the same gesture within a certain distance can sync their gestures. (Only some gestures are supported)[/p]
[p][/p]
Optimizations
[p]Added a pity system in Winter Cabin - Fishing:[/p]
[p]This system makes it easier to receive reasonable returns after long fishing sessions.[/p]
[p]With this adjustment, the overall drop rate of high-quality fish is expected to increase slightly.[/p]
[p]Optimized XP rewards in Winter Cabin: XP is now granted immediately after completing board games or successfully selling fish, while the podium phase no longer grants XP and is kept for photo-taking only.[/p]
[p]Optimized the lobby settings in Custom Game by showing different options based on the selected mode.[/p]
[p]Added support for selecting microphone input devices in Settings - Audio.[/p]
[p]Added an "AI Noise-Cancelling" toggle under Settings - Sound (Previously toggled on by default. This setting is only supported on Windows).[/p]
[p]Added a list of players who contributed to translation and testing in Settings - General - Special Thanks.[/p]
[p]Added support to directly use newly unlocked achievement outfits or level-up outfits in the next game within the current lobby.[/p]
Steam Awards nominations now open — vote for Party Animals now!
[p]Dear party animals,[/p][p][/p][p]The Steam Awards nominations are here again! In 2025, we hope Party Animals has continued to bring you friendship, surprises, and plenty of laughs. Nominations will soon close at 10 AM December 1st (PT), and we'd be so grateful if you considered voting for us in the Steam Awards "Labor of Love" category![/p][p][/p][p]Here's a quick look back at what happened this past year —[/p]
[p]Crisis Mode got a row of new roles, new mechanism like terrain kills, and a new map "Factory Crisis."[/p]
[p]A brand-new mode "Infection" went live. Will you stick to being a Goodie or join the Infected? The choice is yours.[/p]
[p]The cabin got a new board game "Bluffalo Club." Watch out for lies, and don't be afraid to challenge others![/p]
[p]Seasonal changes and day-night cycles came to the cabin, and most importantly... "Fishing" finally made its debut![/p]
[p]Worldlines shifted quietly, and the limited-time "WHAT IF? Mode" doubled both the chaos and the fun.[/p]
[p]...and more![/p]
[p]Looking ahead, we're excitedly planning to bring you: winter fishing on ice, new twist(s) in WHAT IF? Mode, brand-new Nemo Kart track(s), and more. We're working hard to make it happen... hope you'll love it![/p][p][/p][p]Can we count on your help to snag a Steam Award nomination in the "Labor of Love" category? Only you can make it possible.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you, as always, for your support and being part of the party![/p][p][/p][p]Party Animals Dev Team[/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/5ffe17ecce31fdec7ef2a316b5824f6023f02587.png"][/p]
Party Animals Monthly Banned Player Notice - July
[p]Dear Players,[/p][p][/p][p]To maintain a healthy and fair gaming environment, we are taking actions to suspend accounts that exhibit abnormal behavior, use macros, or violate our community guidelines and terms of service.[/p][p][/p][p]After system detection and thorough reviews, we found that some accounts have violated Section 10.1 of the Party Animals End User Licence Agreement by engaging in cheating activities. According to the relevant regulations, these accounts will face penalties of varying severity, which may include temporary or permanent login restrictions.[/p][p][/p]
30-Day Suspensions
[p]HU**EG[/p][p]Q9**NF[/p][p]QL**UH[/p][p]Q6**P9[/p][p]HF**AA[/p][p]QF**5D[/p][p]QM**D3[/p][p]H4**FP[/p][p]QL**5V[/p][p]Q6**6M[/p][p]6P**NR[/p][p]VR**H3[/p][p]FR**FT[/p][p]3X**CT[/p][p]VC**99[/p][p]3K**K4[/p][p]NP**R7[/p][p][/p][p]To provide a better gaming experience for everyone, we will continue to strengthen our efforts in detecting and addressing in-game violations. We also encourage all players to help maintain a fair and just gaming environment.[/p][p][/p][p]If you are using a third-party controller and related software, please note that some of these programs may include macro functions, which could result in your account being suspended. To prevent similar issues in the future, we recommend avoiding using such controllers or software during gameplay.[/p][p][/p][p]If you come across any inappropriate behavior from players, you can report it to us through the in-game or official website reporting functions. Please provide relevant evidence, such as videos, and we will investigate the matter.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for your support and understanding of Party Animals.[/p][p][/p][p]Sincerely, [/p][p]Party Animals Dev Team[/p]
Ver 1.12 Updates (06/27/2025, Patch 1.12.1.0)
Version 1.12.1.0 (2025.6.27)
Bug Fixes
[p]Fixed an issue in Nemo Kart custom games where the game could occasionally crash when transitioning to the next track after a race ends.[/p]
[p]Fixed a potential crash on PS5 when ending a Black Sail mission after dying during the level.[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue in the Lab mission where some walls were disappearing incorrectly.[/p]
[p]Fixed a visual bug in Infection mode where the Vicksy skin would appear red on the podium if it was in an infected state before the game ended.[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue in SMASH mode where the nameplate would not be disguised correctly when using the Face/Off Pawer.[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue in Winter Cabin where the milk sold from the vending machine had an incorrect model size.[/p]
Patch Notes 1.12.0.0
New Mode – Infection
[p][/p][p]The little animals have stumbled upon an abandoned cannery. It’s eerily empty, but something about the place just feels... off.[/p][p]Why was this cannery shut down? What are those mysterious tentacles that occasionally appear? And what was really being produced here? [/p][p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/5746a3ceaf061b8d90f584ab883f78d6d1b11464.png"][/p][p]As everyone gets closer to the truth, rapid footsteps echo from the shadows... Who’s there? And what secrets lie hidden within that ancient, mysterious book?[/p][p]Stay away from the Infected—or... embrace the infection, become one of them, and pass it on to everyone else.[/p][p]The brand-new mode “Infection” is out now.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
Cthulhu Pass
[p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/d6220208e873eef5cf73973411331deecb7ac944.png"][/p][p]The doors to the cannery have been opened.[/p][p]On the night of Infection, many strange and twisted creatures have joined the party.[/p][p]From June 26, 2025 9:00 PM PT to August 21, 2025 9:00 PM PT, complete challenges to level up your Cthulhu Pass and unlock Cthulhu-themed outfits and more![/p][p] [/p][p][/p]
Free Collab Character: Vicksy
[p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/8fb39c55e9181b6f03a93c68ff2530b66b0c30dc.png"][/p][p]The special collaboration fox character Vicksy, created in partnership with streamer Vicksy, will be available for free redemption in the Item Shop starting June 26, 2025 7:00 AM PT.[/p][p]Please refer to the in-game announcement at that time for details on how to redeem.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p]
New Character 2662 enters the Item Shop
[p][/p][p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/37942853/b31beae2d47b602e51778950f12b5359e2a4c6de.png"][TAG-80][/p][p]New character 2662 joins the party! It will be available in the Beasts Store from June 27, 2025 9:00 PM PT to July 3, 2025 9:00 PM PT, and will then be added to the rotation.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
Bug Fixes
[p] Fixed an animation glitch with the "Scared" gesture on the level line.[/p]
[p]Fixed missing vibration feedback for non-P1 controllers during local multiplayer.[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug in Crisis Mode where ghosts of players previously eaten by the "Carnivore" could float unnaturally after the Carnivore died in specific spots.[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where the "Face/Off Killer" would auto-trigger its disguise ability under certain actions and the character would disappear during the skill.[/p]
[p]Fixed a bug in Crisis Mode where a lobby with 11 players could wrongly assign 3 "Average Goodies" if someone quit during the starting phase.[/p]
[p]Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where starting a meeting from certain spots in a turret room could leave players stuck in certain map locations after the meeting[/p]
[p][/p][p][/p]
Optimizations
[p]Improved the keybind settings menu with collapsible category tabs under Settings > Control.[/p]
[p]Improved the lobby filter menu and the Find Lobby function in Custom Game. [/p]
Party Animals Monthly Banned Player Notice - May
Dear Players,
To maintain a healthy and fair gaming environment, we are taking actions to suspend accounts that exhibit abnormal behavior, use macros, or violate our community guidelines and terms of service.
After system detection and thorough reviews, we found that some accounts have violated Section 10.1 of the Party Animals End User Licence Agreement by engaging in cheating activities. According to the relevant regulations, these accounts will face penalties of varying severity, which may include temporary or permanent login restrictions.
To provide a better gaming experience for everyone, we will continue to strengthen our efforts in detecting and addressing in-game violations. We also encourage all players to help maintain a fair and just gaming environment.
If you are using a third-party controller and related software, please note that some of these programs may include macro functions, which could result in your account being suspended. To prevent similar issues in the future, we recommend avoiding using such controllers or software during gameplay.
If you come across any inappropriate behavior from players, you can report it to us through the in-game or official website reporting functions. Please provide relevant evidence, such as videos, and we will investigate the matter.
Thank you for your support and understanding of Party Animals.
