I've made it so that you only need to get one badge (in-game) to get the steam Badge Achievement so hopefully it's easier to complete all achievements after one playthrough :D
- Version number now visible on the start screen
- Made font more readable in most of the heavy-text menus
Notes:
- May disable Mac and Linux builds in the future due to lack of test devices / support

I still always try to check the forums for anyone encountering issues. I appreciate people trying out the game regardless of its quirks ^^

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1929720/Pixel_Petkeeper/
My new game Pixel Petkeeper will be available for a little while for playtest, if it seems interesting to you maybe try it out :) It's an autobattle/light RPG pet-collecting game of sorts. A survey is available for the end of the playtest and I hope to get some useful information to help me find out some issues I might have missed in the game.

I hope to do some light updates on Pixel Shopkeeper once I've cleared out major issues and gotten at a good spot with the new game. In any case, thank you for your interest and participation :)

Fullscreen toggle on Start now on Main branch
- Colored chests - red has 100% chance for ingredients & blue has 100% chance of equipment
- Some tutorial and text fixes/additional info
- Cheaper pricing changes on ingredients in restaurant
- Collector achievement if you have at least 60 unique items at one time after obtaining a new one
- New "Ingredients" tab for inventory
- Preliminary "Sort by Price" option
- Autostock now always stocks highest priced items
- Other minor tweaks and fixes


About Beta Updates
Note that playing on Beta branch accesses new features but is potentially less stable than main

Early access changes can be tried on the Beta (x86_64) branch and will be moved to Main branch after sufficient testing is completed. Thanks!

The x86_64 branch has a new feature, the profitability gradient, once requested in the forums. To activate it, click the gear on the bottom right, go to options and then check the "Guides On/Off". If it's on, a new "Refresh Guides" button will show up on the lower left, so that you can update the guides if you make changes to your shop



A yellowish gradient should show up on your shop if your discount is pretty high (maybe around 150% of its original price) - if it's green it means it's REALLY high, like over 250% of its base price.


To turn it off, swtich the Guides Off. It will also by default go away during Sell Phase. The feature will be on the beta branch for a few days for testing and will be rolled out to main afterwards. Feel free to try it out, and report any issues you might encounter. Save files shouldn't be affected, but you can make a copy of your SaveData in case.

Missed Mini-things

Some stuff that got added that weren't announced (info for older players - for newer players, it won't be very interesting since it was part of the game already, lol)

A few new hairstyles (available from the start) and some new craftable items that should be available after the Credits/Chapter 3.

Other Issues

Incidentally, I've seen a few people playing the game and the text is hard to read/resolution is blurry. In the same options tab, try setting a non-fullscreen resolution and set it back to fullscreen. That should fix the blurriness.

If you also get the "Error Initializing" bug at start up, or any other crash issues let me know and I may need an output log and/or your SaveData folder (or Save File & folder number) to fix the issue quickly. Thanks so much!

If anyone is still experiencing a crash at any point in gameplay, try running the game on the Beta branch by going to the Beta tab in your Steam library and choosing x86_64

If you are still crashing, please send your Save File (with the folder #) or your zipped SaveData folder and your ouput_log.txt (found in Your Steam directorysteamappscommonPixel ShopkeeperPixelShopkeeper_Data) to info@pixelprototype.com with a note on when/how you are getting the crash. I'll look into it ASAP!

Update 6/22 4:23: If you were experiencing a crash previously, a fix should be in the 1.30.8 update

New Content Previews

The Beta branch x86_64 usually gets newer content while being tested before it goes to the main branch. Anyone is free to try it out and it should not affect Save files, but there is a risk of encountering minor game issues. You can make a copy of your SaveData folder before switching to be safe.

In any case, thanks to everyone who has tried out the game! If you enjoyed it feel free to leave a review, recommendations do help solo developers. And if you are having an issue, e-mail me or post on the forums - I check regularly and do my best to address individual issues as quick as I can~

Current update is now on the Beta branch and will be rolled out to public in a few weeks after some testing.

To check it out, go to the BETAS tab in your Steam program and switch to branch x86_64. Your save files should not be affected going back and forth, but if you can also make a copy of your save folder to be safe


The main change is a new resolution system to fix some issues with users clicks not being accurate, and some bug fixes. One tweak was the point system for contests, which has been lowered.

The next major update will be coming in a couple of weeks and will feature some newer content.

Changelog

- Improved training after hitting max level - should now always have increased stats at a better rate
- Slowed down item disappearance in the first set of dungeons & speed of dungeons in "Chill" mode by a little bit
- Fixed issues where challenges in Chapter 3 stop completing
- Shelves now have "Empty Shelf" on right click menu
- When storing or selling your shelf, items automatically go to inventory (no need to empty)
- If fixtures have no upgrades, Max star is shown
- On the "Shop Info" button after unlocking the female noble, you can see all your active skills/buffs and how many times they are stacked
- Hovering over the timer in Shop mode shows the total number of seconds in a day
- Added icons to show if affinity and levels have been maxed out in the park
- Some text and color tweaks
- Adjusted some seed tolerances in late game
- Some bug fixes & minor adjustments to a couple of items

If you encounter any issues feel free to post in the forums or contact info@pixelprototype.com.

On another note, if you could upvote the tags that you feel applies to this game, that would help categorize the game better for Steam as well. Thanks so much!

Changelog

- Improved training after hitting max level - should now always have increased stats at a better rate
- Slowed down item disappearance in the first set of dungeons & speed of dungeons in "Chill" mode by a little bit
- Fixed issues where challenges in Chapter 3 stop completing
- Shelves now have "Empty Shelf" on right click menu
- When storing or selling your shelf, items automatically go to inventory (no need to empty)
- If fixtures have no upgrades, Max star is shown
- On the "Shop Info" button after unlocking the female noble, you can see all your active skills/buffs and how many times they are stacked
- Hovering over the timer in Shop mode shows the total number of seconds in a day
- Added icons to show if affinity and levels have been maxed out in the park
- Some text and color tweaks
- Adjusted some seed tolerances in late game
- Some bug fixes & minor adjustments to a couple of items

If you encounter any issues feel free to post in the forums or contact info@pixelprototype.com.

On another note, if you could upvote the tags that you feel applies to this game, that would help categorize the game better for Steam as well. Thanks so much!

A few small QoL updates have been pushed to the x86_64 Beta branch today and will be in there for testing for a couple of days before they get pushed up to the main/default game.

- Shelves now have "Empty Shelf" on right click menu
- When storing or selling your shelf, items automatically go to inventory (no need to empty)
- If fixtures have no upgrades, Max star is shown
- On the "Shop Info" button after unlocking the female noble, you can see all your active skills/buffs and how many times they are stacked
- Hovering over the timer in Shop mode shows the total number of seconds in a day
- Added icons to show if affinity and levels have been maxed out in the park
- Some text and color tweaks (i.e., info button in shop mode)

I am trying to get a few more updates in the next full patch, but for now if anyone would like to try them out you can do so by switching underneath your BETAS tab in Steam.

As always for any issues please let me know and/or send me your SaveData folder zipped at info@pixelprototype{dot}com. Thanks for playing the game and I hope everyone had a safe and awesome New Year's!

A few small QoL updates have been pushed to the x86_64 Beta branch today and will be in there for testing for a couple of days before they get pushed up to the main/default game.

- Shelves now have "Empty Shelf" on right click menu
- When storing or selling your shelf, items automatically go to inventory (no need to empty)
- If fixtures have no upgrades, Max star is shown
- On the "Shop Info" button after unlocking the female noble, you can see all your active skills/buffs and how many times they are stacked
- Hovering over the timer in Shop mode shows the total number of seconds in a day
- Added icons to show if affinity and levels have been maxed out in the park
- Some text and color tweaks (i.e., info button in shop mode)

I am trying to get a few more updates in the next full patch, but for now if anyone would like to try them out you can do so by switching underneath your BETAS tab in Steam.

As always for any issues please let me know and/or send me your SaveData folder zipped at info@pixelprototype{dot}com. Thanks for playing the game and I hope everyone had a safe and awesome New Year's!

Allows level up after hitting level 30 until STR & DEF are at 30 (max)
- Bulk bin fix increase/decrease quantity
- Paneling issues on older architectures revisited
- Other minor bug fixes and tweaks

Pushed changes from Beta to Main (recap of prev update)
- Autofill tables in right-click menu
- Update to randomization in character create
- Fullscreen tweak for Macs
- Deadline/date issue fix
- Mouse pointer stuck issue
- Minor UI change for obtaining managers

For any issues experienced with the new features please send an e-mail or post in the forums, thank you!

Allows level up after hitting level 30 until STR & DEF are at 30 (max)
- Bulk bin fix increase/decrease quantity
- Paneling issues on older architectures revisited
- Other minor bug fixes and tweaks

Pushed changes from Beta to Main (recap of prev update)
- Autofill tables in right-click menu
- Update to randomization in character create
- Fullscreen tweak for Macs
- Deadline/date issue fix
- Mouse pointer stuck issue
- Minor UI change for obtaining managers

For any issues experienced with the new features please send an e-mail or post in the forums, thank you!

Changelog (IMPT: please read notes at bottom)

- Paneling fixes for world map
- Autofill tables in right-click menu
- can choose weapon, armor. or other/misc
- does not place seed/buff items
- random, gets last obtained item
- Update to randomization in character create
- Fullscreen tweak for Macs
- Deadline/date issue fix
- Mouse pointer stuck issue fix for some architectures
- Minor UI change for obtaining managers
- Other minor bug fixes and tweaks

NOTE: The changes are currently only on the public beta branch x86_64. There will be some testing time before they go on the public (default) branch. To access these new features (such as the autofill) switch to the x86_64 branch, your Save Files should not be affected but make a backup just in case!

For any questions you can check the Steam hub/forums for some answers. If you happen to try out the new features and encounter a big let me know and I'll look into it asap.

Thanks so much for playing & if you have other issues you can also send your Save folder zipped to info@pixelprototype.com and I'll take a look when I can.

Changelog (IMPT: please read notes at bottom)

- Paneling fixes for world map
- Autofill tables in right-click menu
- can choose weapon, armor. or other/misc
- does not place seed/buff items
- random, gets last obtained item
- Update to randomization in character create
- Fullscreen tweak for Macs
- Deadline/date issue fix
- Mouse pointer stuck issue fix for some architectures
- Minor UI change for obtaining managers
- Other minor bug fixes and tweaks

NOTE: The changes are currently only on the public beta branch x86_64. There will be some testing time before they go on the public (default) branch. To access these new features (such as the autofill) switch to the x86_64 branch, your Save Files should not be affected but make a backup just in case!

For any questions you can check the Steam hub/forums for some answers. If you happen to try out the new features and encounter a big let me know and I'll look into it asap.

Thanks so much for playing & if you have other issues you can also send your Save folder zipped to info@pixelprototype.com and I'll take a look when I can.

Park Progression fix
- Early recipes not unlocking fix
- Some paneling layers that got reset

Park Progression fix
- Early recipes not unlocking fix
- Some paneling layers that got reset

Fixed park bug causing progression block
- Fixed panel layering of bulk bin
- Mac & Linux builds updated

For any issues, you can send an e-mail to info@pixelprototype.com with your zipped SaveData folder and I'll try to get to the issue as soon as possible. Thanks so much!

Fixed park bug causing progression block
- Fixed panel layering of bulk bin
- Mac & Linux builds updated

For any issues, you can send an e-mail to info@pixelprototype.com with your zipped SaveData folder and I'll try to get to the issue as soon as possible. Thanks so much!

) Chapter 3 is out!
- Meet a new character who might need some help
- New challenges (next few days may need some adj in case it's too easy/hard)
- Chapter 3 ending credits added after finishing the game

2) I made minor tweaks and fixed some bugs, here are the ones I remember (there could be more):
- Save slots updated to 20
- Patterns for special tiles
- Remodel reset fix
- Adjusted manager selling amounts
- Fixed seed bug (previously 100% chance)
- etc., will add to this post!

) Chapter 3 is out!
- Meet a new character who might need some help
- New challenges (next few days may need some adjustment in case it's too easy)
- Chapter 3 ending credits added after finishing the game

2) I made minor tweaks and fixed some bugs, here are the ones I remember (there could be more):
- Save slots updated to 20
- Patterns for special tiles
- Remodel reset fix
- Adjusted manager selling amounts
- Fixed seed bug (previously 100% chance)
- etc., will add to this post!

Fixes/Patches:
- World should be paused when accepting a mission
- Made skill/boost reveal bar transluscent so that you can click the menu
- Doors should no longer reset
- Fixed some category and descriptions texts
- Updated some prices to balance with updates
- Removed recipes you can buy from the merchant from the dungeons - higher chance now of getting locked recipes
- People reallllyyy hate dust - I made it even slooower, let me know if it STILL bugs you xD


Latest Updates:
- RESTAURANT! You can now purchase randomized buffs, seeds, and ingredients!!1one!1 (Shop Level 3+)
- BOUTIQUE! You can now purchase randomized clothing (on a rotating sale) and update your hairstyle for a price! (Shop Level 6+)
~ Couple new hair + colors added
~ New outfits (cosmetic)

- Four new dungeon recipes
- New fixture decorations

Upcoming fixes planned:
- Calendar events are missing
- Advertisement wheel bug
- Black puzzle screen fix for Mac/Linux builds
- People don't seem to be triggering badges??
- I have a super long list of bugs/request/fixes to do tbh xD

Fixes/Patches:
- World should be paused when accepting a mission
- Made skill/boost reveal bar transluscent so that you can click the menu
- Doors should no longer reset
- Fixed some category and descriptions texts
- Updated some prices to balance with updates
- Removed recipes you can buy from the merchant from the dungeons - higher chance now of getting locked recipes
- People reallllyyy hate dust - I made it even slooower, let me know if it STILL bugs you xD


Latest Updates:
- RESTAURANT! You can now purchase randomized buffs, seeds, and ingredients!!1one!1 (Shop Level 3+)
- BOUTIQUE! You can now purchase randomized clothing (on a rotating sale) and update your hairstyle for a price! (Shop Level 6+)
~ Couple new hair + colors added
~ New outfits (cosmetic)

- Four new dungeon recipes
- New fixture decorations

Upcoming fixes planned:
- Calendar events are missing
- Advertisement wheel bug
- Black puzzle screen fix for Mac/Linux builds
- People don't seem to be triggering badges??
- I have a super long list of bugs/request/fixes to do tbh xD

Main Addition:
- Allows you to keep leveling up your Str & Def stats (25% chance for each stat, and using consumables still applies for bonus exp) up to your character level for a cost even when you've hit max level; HP will stay the same though - this may be changed later on but as of now people are experiencing difficulty with the story arc and this is the least code-intrusive way of alleviating that at the moment
Other:
- Fixed a possible expansion crash bug
- Pirate costume get at over 50 affinity
- Manager text is more consolidated (repeating items are listed w/ their values)
- Shows if max upgraded from storage
- Esc to close windows in shop mode

Minor text cut-off fix
- Badge panel minor fix
- The dirty tables -- some ppl still had issues, I put in a fix but if you still notice something let me know!
- Those who can't use Pirate managers should be able to now
- Warning before entering a dungeon before a payment deadline
- Added a Game Over popup explanation from shop mode (sorry for another popup! >.<)
- A couple of polish fixes I might have missed

As ush, if you encounter issues lmk I will try to address them ASAP and thanks for playing! :)

Slight tweak to Cave balance
- Fixed duplicate bug hopefully
- Small tweak to dirtiness - tables should get dirty slower now

For any issues feel free to e-mail me info@pixelprototype.com and I'll look into your issue, thanks!

Patches

- Fixed Park bug
- Changed a couple of manager skills
- Overprice tolerance in Chill: max 30; Challenge: max 20
- Some merchant store price adjustments (end game items)
- New potions nerfed by a little bit (end game)
- Dust window bug

Updates

- Long and Longer dungeon - you might want to bring a ninja for his Escape skill!
- Endless bag, where if you fill up the entire center, everything warps to your inventory. Ideal for use with the Long dungeons

Next up:

- Focus on the shop features (inc quality of life fixes)
- Fixing display issues on all platforms

An update will be going in sometime today (29th in some parts of the world, I guess) so please bear with me as I do some final testing and if you notice any issues as usual please let me know via discussion forums and/or e-mail.
There will be an initial list of what's in it and then a more detailed post about it with all the details I can think of, and I will post the link to that.
Thank you so much!

Just a small ninja patch for some progression bugs people are facing!

- Training freeze bug at higher levels should be fixed
- Slower scrolling image at startup
- Your Save File shows your current Mode
- Updated an issue with harvest yield - you might be getting more now

Features
- Connected Hidden Achievements
- Initial "Tutorials Off" mode - find it in Settings (use at your own risk for now)

Also looking into (aside from already known issues & Updates):
- Fighter buff skill
- Cap of the managed store (though I think this is working as intended until I get some user data Save Files)
- Resolution issues
- Mac & Linux builds (waiting for some borrowed testing equip, so it's taking a bit, sorry)

I might be missing something but I'll have a bigger announcement and list for the next major update. Thanks for everyone's support with the game! One more day of the sale :)

Minor bug fixes made throughout the past couple of days and I'll make a more detailed list soon
-Updates coming in the next couple of days so I may not be able to answer too many questions, but I'll still prioritize helping people who have issues with their game
Thanks!

Toggle Easy Mode on Character Creation Screen

In Queue:
- UI Fixes
- Linux/Mac builds

Story updates also underway
- More challenging dungeons
- New characters

Thanks for playing!

First, loan information is now on the menu screen


For now, be able to set ALL items by setting one item. I will make this even more user-friendly later on, I also made the increase/decrease less sensitive


Some people want huuuuuuge shops? Is this huge enough for now? D:

Feedback is appreciated! If there's something you don't like let me know and please keep posting bugs on the forums so I can fix them when I can.

- Loading issue for some people fixed, but please let me know if its still not working
- Bug-wise, I'm still figuring out Linux/Mac issues so bear with me on that as there are still other fixes that need to go in.

There seem to be some issues with Mac input & Linux graphics sorting input at the moment so I might disable those builds if I can't get a fix in for the next update. In the meantime, that and some issues that were pointed out to me will be a priority. Sorry for the trouble!

SHOP IS OPEN! Thank you to everyone who supported the game. I truly hope you enjoy it.

Looking forward to sharing upcoming developments soon. Now go sell all the things!!11one!1