Hi everyone!

Just a quick note to let you know that Im planning a free update in the coming months.

This update will include improvements, new translations, and a few other surprises to make the experience even better. Thank you so much for your support and patience - Im excited to share more soon! I will also revamp the speedrun timer to work in a Celeste manner.

If the game reaches 250 sales, there will be a major update containing extra challenge modes.

Patch Notes:

• Improved tutorial

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• Improved translation errors

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• Added more translations

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• Fixed minor geometry bugs

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• Fixed minor bugs related to player reset

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• super secret easter egg

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• Re-added intro cutscene

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• Fixed some camera glitches

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• Fixed final level errors

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• Balance patches for difficulty

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The Full Game Release

It feels surreal to finally write this: the full version of the game is here. After years of work, nights that blurred into mornings, endless debugging, and more than a few moments of wondering why isnt this seed doing what its supposed to, the project has grown into something I can finally call complete.

What began as a drifting little demo has turned into a full experience, and Im beyond excited (and a little nervous) to hand it over to you.

A World with More Life

Over time, the game world has slowly filled out. The visuals have been refined, the details expanded, and the atmosphere carefully tuned. Its not a perfect game (no game is), but it has the feeling I hoped for: a quiet space for exploration, reflection, and sometimes a little silliness.

Countless Fixes (and Probably a Few Surprises)

The game saves properly. The camera no longer spins like its dizzy. Music doesnt vanish halfway through. But if you know anything about indie games, you know there will always be the occasional oddity. Consider it part of the charm.

Polish Language Note

Almost everything is available in Polish now, which Im really proud of. The one exception is the final poem. Translating poetry is tricky - its not just about the words, but the rhythm, tone, and emotion. Its still in progress, and I want to make sure it feels right. That translation will come in a future update.

Why This Matters

This game has been a strange mix of experiments, stubborn ideas, and more chaos than Id like to admit. Its been years in the making, and finishing it has shaped me in ways I didnt expect. I know it wont be for everyone - no game ever is - but my hope is that youll give it a chance. Play it, try it, explore it. Even if you refund it afterward, or stumble across it another way wink wink, I just want this world to be experienced.

For me, thats what makes all of this matter: seeing something that lived in my head for so long finally drift into other peoples hands.

Cherry

Another Update: The Demo Is Here

Hello, Valued Community,

Whats in the Demo?

Playable Levels

Readable Lore

Improved Physics

A Tutorial Thats Helpful?

A Healthier Camera

Fewer Bugs (Probably)

• The game saves properly.
• Textures no longer flicker like a rave.
• Music does not wander off to grab a coffee mid-level.
• Achievements actually unlock when you earn them.
  

Another Update - I'm still working on this thing, I swear.

Hello, My Valued Community,

Its me again. I'm delighted to introduce you to some more progress, which definitely didn't take too long to make. Ive been staring at code so long, I think I can see the matrix. blinks twice (send help, this dev cycle has cost me my remaining brain cells).

Anyway, I actually did some stuff. So heres the latest from the development dungeon.

You can actually read stuff now.

I spent about 15 hours revamping the text system. Again. But this time it was for a good cause: I've added a dyslexia-friendly font option. We want everyone to be able to enjoy the game's vague and mysterious lore, so now you can make the words behave. I also have remade the text animation and appeareing system to make it more lore friendly

I made more levels. Please clap.

Yeah, so, making levels is difficult. I've been designing some new areas to float through. They're not done, obviously, but they exist. In theory.

• Final level: Combo of all before

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• Deserts: wind go nyoom

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Bug Fixes. So. Many. Bug Fixes.

Yeah, no, there's just too many bugs to list here. I don't even care. My code is awful and I know it. It's a miracle this thing even runs. This is my first major project and I am learning a lot

Let's just say the dandelion seed is less likely to have a spontaneous existential crisis and phase through the floor now. Probably. The camera is also slightly less drunk. I spent literally 32 hours just clicking on green lines. Again. Screw hitboxes.

I'm going to list all that I have fixed since I need to feel the sense of accomplishment of doing anything:
The seed will no longer decide to become a submarine and clip through the ground.

• The wind in the mountains is now less "chaotic gale" and more "reliably breezy."

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• The music won't just randomly decide to take a coffee break anymore.

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• Fixed the bug that made the dandelion seed look like a weird, stretched-out ghost.

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• The camera has been stabilized in tight spaces. No more motion sickness!

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• You can no longer crash the game by pausing it. I see you, testers!

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• Achievements should now trigger properly when you earn them.

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• The flickering textures in the meadow have been fixed.

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• Progress will now actually save. (This one was a high priority, for obvious reasons!)

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• You can no longer get permanently stuck inside rocks. You are a seed, not a geologist.

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• The game won't randomly forget your controller is plugged in anymore.

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• Loading screens will now, you know, lead to the game.

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• Sound effects are now properly synced with the action on screen.

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• The tutorial is no longer skippable by just flying into a wall for three seconds.

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• The game will no longer try to set your resolution to something from the stone age.

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• UI elements now respect each other's personal space.

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• Plugging in a controller after launching the game now works as it should.

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I Reworked Things Because Yes

Apparently, some of the core systems weren't optimal at all and caused huge frame drops. I knew about this issue for actually about 5 months, but I just put back fixing it for a while because I was too lazy to do it.

• Physics: The old physics were bad. The new physics are... newer. The seed should float more like a seed and less like a brick. Plus it actually works well against the wind now.

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• Controller Support: I wrestled with the input manager for days. It now should recognize your controller. No promises.

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• Controls Changing: The menu for this was a nightmare. I rebuilt it. It might even work.

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• Tutorial: The old tutorial was useless. The new one is slightly more useful. It might actually teach you how to play.

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• Lore: I wrote more story. Yeah, there's a story. Shocking, isn't it?

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Also, some other stuff, I guess.

I also tinkered with the UI, added some sound effects that I found, and thought about new achievements.

Did I mention bug fixes?

As always, your continued dedication and feedback are invaluable, mainly because you guys find the bugs I have no idea even exist. Come hang out on the Discord and tell me what you think.

Stay tuned for more updates as I continue to breathe life into this extraordinary wind-kissed adventure that I've been working on for way too long.

- Cherry

Fixes:

• RE-ADDED THE GAME
• Fixed minor texture bugs
• Fixed multiple minor particle locations
• Fixed waterfall particles at level 3 (not alternating) and increase the duration of alternations to make it a bit easier sine it is a feature introduction
  

Update 1.9.4 Patch Notes - Closed Beta Exclusive! (UNSTABLE)

Hello, My Valued Community!

What's New in Update 1.9.4:

Update 1.8.0 Patch Notes - Closed Beta Exclusive! (UNSTABLE)

Hello, My Valued Community!

What's New in Update 1.8.0:

Sandstorm Area: Brace yourself for the challenge of navigating the treacherous Sandstorm Area. This new environment introduces unique obstacles like constant sandstorms pushing you in one direction and tests your skills like never before.

• Fixed minor checkpoint placement
• Fixed the wind being too lenient in some locations
  

Update 1.7.0, 1, 2, 3 and 4 Patch Notes - Closed Beta Exclusive!

Hello, My Valued Community!

What's New in Update 1.7.4:

Update 1.6.0 Patch Notes - Closed Beta Exclusive!

Hello, My Valued Community!

What's New in Update 1.6.0:

• Two New Thrilling Levels: Prepare yourselves for fresh challenges! I've added two brand-new levels to put your skills to the ultimate test. Explore treacherous landscapes and conquer new obstacles that will push your gaming prowess to its limits!
  
• Community Bug Fixes: I have been diligently combing through your bug reports. Say goodbye to those pesky issues you've encountered, as I've squashed them with the utmost precision. Your gameplay experience will now be smoother than ever before.
  
• [b]Wind Refill Power-Up: A new feature awaits you - the Wind Refill Power-Up! Harness the power of this ability to replenish your wind mid-air, enabling you to perform even more daring maneuvers. Use it wisely and conquer the skies like never before!
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• Balancing Bonanza: Your valuable feedback helped us identify areas for improvement in certain levels. I've revisited and fine-tuned the difficulty of these stages to provide a more balanced and enjoyable experience. Sharpen your skills and tackle those challenges head-on!
  
• [b]Performance Boost: I've worked tirelessly to optimize the game's performance. Now, you can expect:
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• smoother framerates
• reduced loading times
• and an overall enhanced gameplay experience

Please note that this update is exclusively available to our esteemed Closed Beta community. I value your dedication and commitment to helping me shape the game, and I can't wait to hear your thoughts on these exciting additions and improvements.

How to Access the Closed Beta:

See you in the skies!

Hello Steam community!