[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.
Party Animals Monthly Banned Player Notice - April
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 1.1 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 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.
Sincerely, Party Animals Dev Team
Ver 1.11 Updates (04/02/2025, Patch 1.11.1.0)
Version 1.11.1.0 (2025.4.2)
Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue where Platinum Knight Nemo's model was incorrectly displayed
Fixed an issue where gestures previews included on Beast Level can get stuck
Fixed the missing audio for newspapers in Final Destination
Fixed an issue where searching for Winter Cabin lobbies in Custom Games could fail under certain conditions
Fixed an issue where in Bluffalo Club, the shooting icon could get stuck on screen in certain situations.
