Trailerpark mechanic
Update on development and name change
Since I took over Trailer Park mechanic from Petrolhead software a lot of work has gone into the game and a lot has changed. Due to a number of issues I had to start from the ground up. I took this as an opportunity to make some changes as well.
The biggest change is that I changed the name from Trailer park mechanic to Petrolhead. This name change has a couple of reasons. First of is that it is really restricting to only base the game around a trailer park. Second is that the core gameplay was always focused around working on cars more than on the trailer park aspect. The new name Petrolhead will fit the game upcoming game much better. Last but not least it's a small reference to the original developer of the game and core gameplay Petrolhead Software. This name change doesn't mean that the country like setting will be gone from the game, it means that more things can and will be added to the game.
The upcoming update will change the game in a couple of ways. We have chosen to first focus on a good and stable sandbox mode to test everything and make you guys familiar with the new game. This also makes it easier for you guys to test everything out and give us feedback when you want to. Behind the screens I will be working on an open world, this will take some time however.
This update was scheduled to release in may this year. Looking at the current state of the game the development will be pushed forward a couple of months. This is needed to ensure the quality and amount of content the new update will offer. I will post updates more frequently while working on this update.
I would like to thank all of you for waiting and supporting this project!
P.S. I'm really curious which car models and brands you would like to be added in the future!
Cheers,
VDW studios
Trailer park mechanic Roadmap
Since the takeover from Petrolhead software we've been very busy with the development of trailer park mechanic. To give all of you an update on development and when to expect upcoming content we've made a roadmap which we'd love to share with you.
We really hope all of you will love the upcoming version. Keep an eye open for future announcements and sneak peaks!
All the best,
VDW studios
1.2 Beta update
A new update for the 1.2 has been uploaded. This update contains:
- Turbo kit for the inline 6 engine (more info below)
- Car dealer with 1 buyable car for testing (more coming soon)
- Console cheat system (more info below)
- Options for resolution, quality and sound
- Minor fixes and addons
TURBO'S
You can now buy turbo parts for the inline 6 engine at the parts store. A complete turbo setup consists out of:
- Turbo
- Turbo exhaust manifold
- Turbo tubing
- Turbo air filter
- Intercooler
All parts except the air filter have to be installed in order for the turbo to work. Without the air filter the turbo will run less effective. More parts such as different turbo's and intercoolers will be added in the future.
CONSOLE
The console can be used to enter cheats for testing the game. The console can be opened with "b" and closed with "escape". To enter a cheat click the input field in the bottom left and hit enter when done.
Current cheats are:
<*> set_newgame (reload starts with new game)
<*> set_nonewgame (reload starts normal)
<*> do_reload (reload the game)
<*> give_dough (gives $420.000 for testing)
Beta update 1.2
A beta version of update 1.2 is now online! Use the code: PetrolheadBeta to unlock it.
The old known bugs should be fixed and there is a whole new world to explore.
Cheers,
The Petrolhead software team
Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/r6WPrp
News on update 1.2
We've been working on update 1.2 a lot lately and want to share the progress with you guys.
As most of you know the game will be completely overhauled changing and improving all gameplay systems based on the feedback we've received. Besides this the world has become much larger which makes exploration and driving more fun.
Currently done and implemented:
- New world and terrain
- New gameplay systems
- New car
- New engine
- Buy and own multiple houses and garages
- Furniture and items (decorate and design you own house and garage)
- New GUI system]
Still needs work or in progress
- New town (big)
- Big road system
- New way of managing jobs and missions
- New trailer park
- Race tracks and racing
- New way of managing your garage/business
Not in progress yet but will come in future update
- Multiplayer
We would also like to thank everyone who has bought the game so far, this has made it possible to develop it further. Couldn't have done it without you guys!
Cheers,
The Petrolhead software team
Definitive Discord link
Since the old link has expired a new and definitive discord link has been created.
https://discord.gg/y2DRV8C
Hope to see you there!
Cheers,
The Petrolhead software team
Full release news
First of we would like to thank all of you who bought the game in
Early Access and helped us improve the core concept and mechanics of the game.
The time has come for us to begin developing the full release version of the game,
this version will include a bigger world, more cars, more engines, more detailed
engines a storyline and much more.
This does mean however that there won't be an update for some time.
If you have idea's or concepts which you would like to see in the full
release version, don't hesitate to contact us at: info@petrolheadsoftware.com
Or join our Discord channel: https://discord.gg/UYrBE4
Once again, thanks to all of you for making this possible.
Cheers,
The Petrolhead software team
Hotifx and Discord
A hotfix for update 1.1.1 has been released which fixes:
The new pulley and new pulleymount always being worn.
The game freeze on exiting.
We've also opened a Discord channel (thanks for the tip @Catmat) where you can post questions, idea's or comments.
link: https://discord.gg/saEzgG
See you there!
Cheers,
The Petrolhead software team.
Update 1.1.1 Online!
After countless hours of work and a list of problems the time has finally come, update 1.1.1 is ready!
The update includes:
- New vehicle
- Car dealer
- ATM machine (save money for after a new game)
- New vegetation
- UI changes
- Graphic improvements
- New menu
- Bug Fixes
- Stability improvements
- More minor improvements
If you encounter any bugs or problems please contact us at info@petrolheadsoftware.com so we can work on a fix as fast as possible.
Thanks all for supporting the game so far!
-The petrolhead software team
Update news
Update 1.1.1 is finally nearing completion with the new vegetation system and roads being implemented and the new cars working correctly. All that's left to do now is bug testing/ fixing as well as adding minor things to the game.
Cheers,
The Petrolhead Software team
Some screenshots of update 1.1.1:
