Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Connect to a Twitch channel
  
• Disconnect from a Twitch channel
  
• Viewers can type !help in the chatroom to get informations about how to interact with City Game Studio
  
• Viewers can become producer, artist, tester, developper, accountant, marketing manager, networking manager or HR

• Fix a bug with custom-platforms and genre overview (not impacting the gameplay)

• Improve CS translations (Thanks to MasterStudioCZ)

Hello there!

Many thanks for reading as you do every week. I try to be a little more concise and efficient every time!
So no jokes just information about what's coming up.

Over the past few days, I've been working on some fixes, and adding the hidden possibility of setting City Game Studio to borderless mode. A mode that works in windowed or full-screen mode.

However, this week I also started to tackle the meaty part of the next update!
A big chunk of code to write, which will take me several weeks.
Right now, City Game Studio is able to authenticate to Twitch's chatroom (via a rather neat IRC client), and I've also put up a web page to retrieve the authentication token.
Here's the link, but please note that the link alone doesn't connect City Game Studio to Twitch.
Once you click on the authentication button from within the game, this web page will open. If you open it in your browser, you won't see much of interest.

To sum up, today the IRC client in City Game Studio already connects to the twitch IRC server, but it's disabled. The reason is simple: it hasn't been sufficiently tested to be activated yet.

Meanwhile, the following commands will be available via the Twitch chatroom.

• !developer: You become a potential developer for the streamer to hire.
  
• !accountant: You become a potential accountant for the streamer to hire.
  
• !network_administrator: You become a potential network administrator that the streamer can hire.
  
• !marketing_manager: You become a potential marketing manager for the streamer to hire.
  
• !human_resource: You become a potential HR that the streamer can hire.
  
• !producer: You become a potential producer for the streamer to hire.
  
• !game: You can suggest a game name.
  

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Add borderless window option (only by adding `borderless_window=true` to the `configuration.cfg.local` file)

• When gaining/losing fanbases via events (from vanilla or mods), you won't be able to make the game imba anymore.
  
• When renaming a convention, attendance changes

• Twitch Commander: the code is here, lurking in the shadows, waiting for the opportunity to strike.... [2024/04/26 - Pwa]

Hello All!

I hope this announcement finds you in good health! Can an announcement tell the difference between a healthy person and another? Can an announcement find people?
This catchphrase isn't going as planned.

OK, now to City Game Studio this time, I'm very pleased with the response to the new update.
Many of you have left reviews on Steam, and it definitely helps me tremendously by posting reviews of City Game Studio and even my other games too for that matter.
There were patches that brought us to v1.18.3.

Since that update, I've been collecting your comments and feedback, so I've started work on the next update.
As usual, a first version of the next update is already available on Steam's unstable branch. It contains fixes and optimizations as well as a couple of additions.

So what's in Santa's bag for v1.19.0?
We're going to rework studio management and furnishings in particular. I'm not going to be more specific on that front, but I'll keep a few surprises in store for you.

In terms of interface, I'm going to add some useful information to the studio list (bottom left), so that you'll know if a studio is unhappy or not working.

I'm thinking of adding one last point: integration with Twitch. Allowing the streamer to rename employees according to who's in the chat room. By the way, if you have any suggestions for this part, let me know in the comments, and I'll be sure to read them!

That's all for today.
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Add 14 new logos for your company

• Creating games with a lot of employees, over 1000 makes the game feels laggy

• DDos protection: Can press enter or space to simulate a click (first click on the button you want to press)

• When unlocking a game engine feature it always says it's a design feature
  
• Logos on the city might be too big
  
• Logos in the studio can be cut if they are imported
  
• Demolish a building (convention center or university) doesn't reset its land price
  
• Universities and convention centre ain't taken into account to the company value

Hey folks,

Today I'm pleased to announce the release of v1.18.3.
Many fixes, especially for console creation.

Well, first off, console creation could cause the game to crash. I'm very sorry about this bug, but it's now fixed.

Yet another change: creating portable consoles was easy, turning them into a profitable business was mission impossible. Because the game rated portable consoles too harshly. This part of the algorithm has been revised to make it easier for everyone to create portable consoles.

In addition, the magazine that rates your console will still display a score for the graphics part if your console has graphics capabilities, to help you better understand the rating of certain consoles, notably when there is no graphics card.

Regarding game creation, it has been pointed out to me that the number of points required in the various game creation panels should be shown at every stage of game creation.

Finally, notifications. From now on, new components will be announced twice a year. This considerably reduces the number of notifications. Furthermore, notifications will no longer be sent out when you purchase a console license, as this information is already available in the game creation panel, making the notification redundant.

That's all for today.
Enjoy the game
Xavier aka Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]UI[/h3]

• Marketing panel was out of screen when using mod on very low resolution

• Handheld consoles are imba, it's almost impossible to make a good handheld console in the early 80s, and quite hard afterwards.
  
• Magazine reviews now show the GPU score if the console has PGU capacities (for handheld console before 1990)
  
• While releasing a console, the game might crash

• Add the required number of opint when making a game with a producer

• Remove notification when you buy a platform
  
• Group the custom platforms component notification

Hello everyone!

Just like every update, many of you are coming back and giving me feedback. But as with every update, I'm introducing a small bug just to see if you're keeping up.
I'm sorry for Mac gamers who had the terrible experience of not being able to create multiple games - the game creation panel was all white.
I had to rework all the game panels to fix the bug, which was a poorly referenced nested scene. This should now be corrected.

Other bugs have been corrected concerning consoles, namely the console creation panel inverted the computing power with the graphic power. The reviews also had a little bug saying that consoles were Internet-compatible as early as 1970, amazing isn't it?

The Italian translations have been improved by frankieorabona, thanks to him!

Thank you for playing City Game Studio in such large numbers, and thank you for your valuable feedback.
Feel free to join the discord server to make things go even faster.

Have a good weekend!
Xavier aka Binogure

[h2]Chanlog[/h2]
[h3]Custom platform[/h3]

• CPU and GPU was inverted from the creation panel
  
• When releasing a console (under 8th gen), it always says the console is internet capable

• Fix an issue with the close button of some panels

• Cannot make more than one game, the game creation is blank

• Improve italian translations (thanks to frankieorabona)

Hello everyone!

It's been three months since the last update.
And you know how much you can do in that time?
Let me tell you.

[h3]Magazines[/h3]

To date, magazine reviews and websites have been used to show game scores and sometimes useful feedback. However, the idea behind these magazines is to provide useful feedback prior to making a game report.
That's why the magazines have been redesigned. More vibrant colors, and punchlines that adjust automatically. The fifth magazine gives useful information on the game you've just produced and on each of the gauges. In this way, you can find out which gauges are in the right place, and which need adjusting.

[h3]Game creation[/h3]
The development costs involved in creating a game are now displayed directly on the game creation page. Hover your mouse over them for more information.
Until you assign a producer, the number of points required to create a new quality game is now hidden. What's more, producers specialize in a particular type of game, and they'll give you clues to that type of game. Not to mention that if you make a game whose genre is the producer's specialty, then the productivity bonus will be doubled.

[h3]Console creation[/h3]
We're now getting to the heart of this update. It's easier and more enjoyable than ever before to create a console. Henceforth, to create a console, you'll need to select a manufacturer. This manufacturer is in charge of assembling the console, and therefore of its final quality. Making a good-quality console will cost more, but a console that costs nothing to produce won't necessarily need a quality manufacturer, and will therefore cost less.

The quality of a console impacts directly on the return rate. And when a console is returned, it costs you the price of a whole console. So, to help you set the right price, a selling price will be indicated in the game, which you are free to follow or not. Obviously, too high a price means zero sales, while too low a price means bankruptcy, but high sales.
When you publish your console, a specialized magazine gives you feedback on it. In this way, the magazine can tell you whether the console's graphics and calculation capabilities are sufficient, or whether it lacks power. The whole thing remains simple, but I hope it will add to the immersion, especially as this magazine rates the console. And this rating influences the sales of your console.
Other changes include the ability to see what game genres match your console before you create it. Games can also be created before your console is ready, but this is nothing compared to the changes in the console sales algorithm. As soon as your console starts to sell a little, more and more games will be published on it. And reaching 15% market share is feasible without micromanagement.

[h3]Notifications[/h3]

I know that the game tends to send you too many notifications. So I've taken the time to rework some of them. No more notifications when you announce a game, the information is visible directly on the game. I know that conventions also tend to send a lot of notifications, and now that's over. Conventions will no longer send notifications instead, they'll be displayed directly in-game via a little red bubble. I'm aware that there's still some work to be done on this front, but that's for the next update.

[h3]The interface and fixes[/h3]
A few years ago, employee capabilities were reviewed. Stars were replaced by circles. I thought it was better, but you told me you preferred the stars. And you know what, we're back on stars again, but prettier. The colors of the stars correspond to the different stages of development.

There are other visual changes, but I'd rather talk about fixes because they're numerous and important. The first is the Game Of The Year bug, which allowed players or competitors to win Game Of The Year more than once with the same game. Another visual bug concerned employees going on vacation for a micro-second, now fixed.

In this post, I've tried to cover all the changes, but there are too many, so I've only covered the most important ones. I strongly urge you to launch the game and have fun discovering what's new.

Enjoy the game!
Xavier aka Binogure

[h3]Upcoming game[/h3]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1810050/Fortune_Avenue/

Hello everyone!

City Game Studio has a 41% discount, it's incredible and it's a great deal. The discount will last about ten days.

Take advantage of it to buy all our bundles and wishlist our upcoming games!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1810050/Fortune_Avenue/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/726840/City_Game_Studio

Hello everyone!

You've spent hours playing City Game Studio, on average more than twenty, some with a few minutes on the clock, others with several thousand. This DLC is for all of you. This is City Game Studio's original soundtrack, all 12 tracks.

And for those of you who love the game and want to show your support, now's the time to wishlist the DLC.

Thanks to all of you.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2893040/City_Game_Studio_Soundtrack/

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Notification: Spontaneous applications now use the new design

• Fix an old bug with in dev items (concurrency)

• Update the copyright to 2024

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Convention: remove email from convention, show them directly from the main menu

• Add console manufacturer (assembly)
  
• Custom platform: When publishing a game on a non-released platform, leads to various bugs (and crashes)
  
• Custom platform: When making a console without GPU, may lead to various bugs (and crashes)

Hello all!

Welcome back this week!
Have you seen yesterday's update?

If you haven't, check it out on steam's unstable branch:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/726840/view/7407930719721859727

Once you've tested it [url]https://discord.binogure-studio.com]come to the discord server to give me your thoughts, because your feedback is important to me.

This week, I finished reworking the consoles, and it wasn't easy.
With the help of several Excel files, Desmos and other chart tools, I managed to make console design profitable, but not too profitable. But also that it involves risk, but not too much, and that it suits the level of difficulty. I think I've succeeded, but that remains to be seen.

Interface-wise, things have changed. When you publish your console, you have a specialized magazine that reviews your console and gives you feedback on the choice of components, and the overall quality of the console. You can now make games for your console even before it's published (I've yet to test this out to make sure it works properly).

In terms of game creation, I've added information when you choose a theme to create a game, to help you make the right choices. I've also started to lighten up the mailbox. Now, when you announce a game, there will be no notification, just the hype bar, which will adjust according to player feedback. It's more direct, easier to read, and makes for a lighter mailbox.

In the coming week, I plan to rework the way conventions are announced, to lighten the mailbox once again, and enrich the interface.

That's all for this week.
Have a good weekend
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Add console manufacturer (assembly)
  
• Rework the refund rate algorithm
  
• Rework the custom-platform sale algorithm
  
• Increase the game catalog size based on the console sales
  
• Can start making games as soon as you start working on a custom-platform
  
• Add a simulation of the current platform genre/theme/targetted audience matches

• When announcing the game, the indev panel will show you how well the announcement is received, no more email. It's updated live.
  
• Theme panel: Grey out themes that will get you a bad score
  
• Catalog list: add a tooltip explaining we show only the video games made by your studios and the competitors.

Hello folks!

Hoping you're all well. Last week, I worked a lot on consoles.
Let me tell you about it right away.

[h2]Creating the consoles[/h2]
I shared it with you last week, and here's a more finished version of the console creation panel.
Component selection is complete, and console manufacturer selection is well advanced.
I still need to make the console compatibility previews, as well as rework the console pricing.

Once you've selected all the components, the manufacturer and defined a price for your console, you can start working on it.
From then on, you can start making games for your upcoming console, and hire studios to do the same. And that's just great.

When your console is ready, you publish it and get a review from a professional magazine. This review will help you understand what went right and what went wrong during the development of your console.

Finally, your console is available on the market. The manufacturing price of your console will decrease according to the number of units sold, but in a reasonable way. It will no longer be possible to make a profit in excess of $100 per console. And the higher the price, the lower the sales. And conversely, if you sell your console at a loss, sales should rise faster.

Basically, consoles will be more balanced. It will therefore be possible to go bankrupt by releasing a console, but releasing a working console won't give you infinite money either, as is the case in the current version of the game.

I've taken the time to add some components to give you more choice in creating consoles in the early 80s.

This week, I wasn't able to send an update to Steam's unstable branch, because console creation takes time. Rest assured, I think I'll be able to send out a build next week (or the week after) so that you too can test these changes.

In the meantime, rest well,
And take care of yourself
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello everyone,

You may have noticed some changes on City Game Studio's Steam page?
Well, the logo has changed, and so has the game's main presentation page.

The logo is more attractive and readable, and that's what matters!
Thanks to the new logo, traffic on the Steam page has increased by around 30%. Which is no mean feat.

This week, there were fewer changes in the game than usual. I've resumed work on the consoles, and I'm thinking about a design that will better integrate with the game's gameplay.

First, the obvious changes. The assignment of a marketing manager at the console design stage will give you an overview of your console, the genres it will work with and the audience. As soon as you start working on your console, you'll be able to send out devkits, but also start designing games for your console. You asked for it, I'm listening, and it will be possible from the next update.

The major change concerns console publishing. Once it's on the market, a specialized magazine will review your console, its game catalog and give you feedback.
This feedback will give you a better understanding of how to make and sell good consoles.

Another important change concerns your consoles' game catalog. Until now, your direct competitors have been able to publish games on your console, but from v1.18 onwards, studios that aren't on the map will be able to publish games. This should boost your game catalog.

Here's a sneak preview of the console creation page. It's not complete, and I'm still working on it.
That's all for this week.

Have a great weekend!
Xavier aka Binogure

Hey fellow gamers!

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https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/39131/From_Pixels_to_Profits_The_Developers_Journey/

Cheers
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Rework the select developper panel from the training panel
  
• Improve rendering of the magazine/website reviews

• Gauges accuracy can now reach 7 out of 5 if a producer is assigned
  
• Producer productivty boost is doubled when the game genre and the producer genre match

• Optimize furniture upgrade

• When you have a producer attached to a game you already master, the game crashes

Hello folks,

This week, I've been hard at work and I've gone further than expected on some things and I haven't been able to start on others. I'll tell you about them right away.

[h3]Redesigning the producers[/h3]

This was the biggest job this week. I revamped the producers and added some new features.
From now on, a producer will specialize in a particular game genre. It could be Action, Adventure, whatever. When you assign a producer to a game in which he's an expert, it gives you several advantages. First, the gauges will be more accurate. You'll be able to reach the perfect value for each gauge. On top of this, the Producer Productivity Bonus is doubled. This makes assigning producers to small games interesting, and adds an extra strategy for high difficulty modes. I'm not going to spoil everything, but I've reviewed the game creation page and made sure to fix all the bugs related to it.

[h3]Speaking of bugs[/h3]
Quite a few small fixes on low resolutions, but also on employee assignment. It could happen that employees stopped working on a project. This bug is now corrected. In fixing this bug, I've also optimized studio management.

[h3]1000 followers on Twich[/h3]

Many of you streamed City Game Studio on Twitch. Shenryyr, Cringer, Domingo to name but a few.
Thanks to you, City Game Studio has just reached 1,000 followers on Twitch!
If you've never thought of broadcasting your City Game Studio gameplay on Twitch, think again - people are interested!

I had promised you that I would start work on the console redesign, but I decided to focus more on the producers. I hope you like these changes, because I think they add depth to the gameplay, and that's good.

Next week, I'll rework the HRs and start redesigning the consoles.
Cheers
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Required points: When assigning a producer show more informations
  
• Dev costs: Update the tooltip to make them accurate
  
• Game offer: Make them more appealing
  
• Add producer supercapacities. A producer can be specialized in a game genre. So it will help you making a game in that specific genre.

• Rework the developper panel (replace rings by stars)

• Optimize the employee schedule management

• Employees can stay on holidays for a micro-seconds then back to work
  
• Cheatcode: Unlocking digital store features not working properly
  
• Fix a bug with low resolution screen and the financial tab (out of screen)

Hi folks!

It's been a pretty busy week. I redesigned the employee panel, to make it more intuitive and pleasing to the eye. I've also reworked certain aspects of the game.
I'll tell you about them right away.


Optimizations and fixes: This isn't just a cosmetic facelift, but a solid overhaul. The employee management panel has been overhauled, and the management of employee schedules has been corrected and optimized. As a result, the game now handles larger studios more effectively. Added to this are fixes for games of the year, cheatcodes and mini-games.


Towards infinity: For the coming week, I'll be working on producers. Currently they have a crucial place in the design of big games and AAA. Starting with v1.8, they'll make it possible to give more feedback on the game creation panel, which will make them all the more interesting.

Your support is important, necessary and appreciated. I love working on City Game Studio, and it shows, because I've been working on it for over 7 years now, and I know you appreciate that. The reviews are positive, sales are up, in short I thank you for everything

Thanks to all
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• GOTY cannot be elected GOTY the very next year.
  
• Minigames: When defending our games, inputs might not work properly

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Rework the magasine visual.
  
• Rework the website visual
  
• History panel: cannot access the details page

Hello folks!

Where on earth have I been for the past month? Due to an unforgettable change, a new recruit to the studio who arrived on December 31, 2023, I had to take paternity leave. As you can imagine, as a new father, my working hours were reduced to zero during her first month of life.

Well, that's it for the explanations, now let's talk about the upcoming version of City Game Studio, v1.18.0.

Among the new features on the menu is an overhaul of the consoles. Each component will have a quality attribute. Quality ratings will range from 1 star for poor quality to 5 stars for excellent quality. Component quality will influence the rate of console returns. The better the quality, the fewer the returns. You can improve the quality of components by doing research, and you'll end up with better-quality components, albeit at a slightly higher price. That's for console components.

Currently, it's easy to release a console and make money with it. With the redesign, I plan to change several key elements. First of all, the number of sales, i.e. market share, will be influenced by the quality of the console, its price, the size of its catalog, but also by your community. Then there's the marketing campaign and exclusivity. You'll be able to negotiate exclusivity contracts for games published in your game catalog. By doing so, you can guarantee that high-quality games will only be available on your console, boosting public interest. As far as games published on your console are concerned. From now on, independent publishers outside the game map will be able to publish games on your console. There you have it for consoles.

Turning to the specialists. First, let's talk about producers. At present, a producer increases team productivity and is needed to make AAA or big games. From v1.18.0 onwards, producers will specialize in one or more game genres (1 to 2 genres max). They will give you additional information on specific genres. In other words, not only will the gauges be more precise, but you'll also know whether the selected genre fits well with the selected console or with the selected theme. Speaking of HR. These currently allow you to manage your employees' schedules. With v1.18.0, HR will also change the look of the studio UI, allowing you to see at a glance how happy and productive a studio is.

Shopping talk! Furnishing studios isn't always easy, even with automatic furnishing. That's why I'm planning to change a few things in the automatic furnishing system to make my studios more compact. I'll have to do a lot of work on the interface, but I think you'll like it.

Here's what I've planned for v1.18.0 in broad outline. In addition to that, I'll be redesigning a few things, like the reviews in the magazines or the websites, to make them more useful and pretty.

In the meantime, I wish you a great week.
Cheers
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello folks,

With immense pleasure, I'm releasing this update. As I announced in the devlogs, it's thanks to Cringer, shenryyr and their community that this update is so big.
There's a lot to talk about, so let's get right to it.

[h2]The interface[/h2]

Quite a few things have been revised. The studio panel now shows the number of points produced per week by your teams. This gives you a better insight into the future.
In addition, tooltips have been added to explain what the points correspond to. Speaking of tooltips, from now on they won't overlap, which I think will make the game easier to read.
Dark mode, accessible from the options panel, had text and panels that were barely visible, this has been fixed.

From now on, when you create a game, on each gauge, an indication appears according to your level of knowledge. There are plenty of other interface changes, but I've covered the most important ones.

[h2]The pop-ups[/h2]
A confirmation pop-up is present at every important stage, when you cancel a game, a console or sell a studio, for example. But there's also another form of confirmation, and that's with console manufacturers. When you make an offer, and the manufacturer accepts it, you can henceforth retract at the last moment.

The rendering of pop-ups has also been revised, and is now more polished.

[h2]Other changes[/h2]
Contracts, game ports, game engines and anything else that depends on a certain number of points to be produced ends when the required number of points is reached, rather than at the end of the following week.

The environment around your first studio has been redesigned; it's subtle, but gradients have been added, as well as shadows and small grasses, so it all looks a little better.

[h2]Balancing[/h2]
Adjustments have been made to the correspondence between genres and themes, to better match players' expectations.

Consoles have been completely rebalanced for difficulty 2 and higher. The easiest difficulty remains unchanged. But for the other difficulties, the changes are significant. The rate of return on consoles has been reviewed, and the higher the difficulty, the more it reflects reality. As a result, you'll have to be very careful when offering promotions, or risk bankruptcy. Previously, console quality had no significant impact on the return rate, and since v1.17.0, console quality has a significant impact on the return rate. But the difficulty also has an impact. CEO, for example, can have a return rate of around 80% on a poor-quality console, whereas on the same console in difficulty 1, the return rate will be 5% at most.
These parameters are accessible to modders, so you can create difficulties with consoles that are impossible to sell, or vice versa.
What's more, the better your company's rating, the better your consoles will sell. To find out your company's rating, simply click on the companies tab on the right-hand side of the screen. And the bigger your console's catalog of games, the better it will sell too.

These changes will be reviewed for v1.18.0, which will add a few new automations to the game. If you'd like to know more about v1.18.0, the roadmap is available here :
https://github.com/binogure-studio/city-game-studio-i18n/projects/2

[h2]In-game purchases[/h2]

I've been talking about this for a while, and now it's here. In-game purchasing has been revamped. You can save IAP models, name them and reuse them across multiple games.
A welcome change that reduces IAP micromanagement.

[h2]Fixes[/h2]
There are many fixes, most of them purely visual, such as the improved readability of dark mode. For the rest, I'll list them quickly.
When you assign an HR to a studio, the salary increase could be 0%, this has been fixed, and by default it will always be 8%. When you play your first game, the tutorial asks you to make a game report, however this is not yet available if you've paused the game, from now on the tutorial waits until the report is actually feasible before offering it to you. When you're working on your virtual store, some employees weren't working. This was due to a problem assigning tasks in the code, which has now been corrected. When you send your team on vacation, the specialists weren't going on vacation. This has now been corrected and everyone is going on vacation.

[h2]Conclusion[/h2]
It's been a very, very busy December for me, and I'm satisfied with the work I've done, although I still think there's a lot more to do. Especially on consoles.
In the next update, console creation will be reviewed, to give you a better idea of what the console will become. For example, you'll be able to see what kinds of games your console will be compatible with, but this will only be an approximation. You'll be able to start creating games for your future console as soon as you've launched its development, but beware: cancelling the console during development will necessarily cancel the original game.


The role of the producers will be slightly revised, so that they can help you create your games. They'll give you extra information on the success of a game, telling you that your team is producing enough points to make a good game. And the producers will also specialize in one or more game genres, giving you extra tips. The magazines and review sites for your games will also be revamped. I'm going to take the time to make some beautiful covers, and the most important thing will be the content of these magazines. Each gauge will have a score between 0 and 100, depending on its accuracy.


Before you ask, I don't yet have a release date planned for this next update, and in the meantime, I wish you a good game, a happy new year and thank you all for your support!


Xavier aka Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]UI[/h3]

• Reworked the studio capacities and the staff capacities to explained how many points it produces per week on average. Also adds the current capacitiy and the maximum capacities for employees.
  
• Rework many tooltips to improve their redability regarding points production.
  When unlocking a lot of feature at the same time, the UI is flooded with a lot of tooltips, overlapping each others. This has been fixed, only one tooltip at a time no more. It makes the game way more readable
  
• Rework many tooltips to improve their redability regarding points production.
  
• Training panel: Rework the employee selection (was barely readable in dark mode)
  
• Hire and assign greyed out: Explain there's no desk available
  
• Game edition: Add a label explaining you don't get any tips when acting as a publisher
  
• Custom-platform: Explain not to release the console right away in order to publish more games first
  
• Studio list: Select rent studios first and sort them by area instead of price
  
• Improve the game creation panel, explain how the blue area is computed.
  
• Improve pagination icons

• Rework the popups so they render better
  
• Add confirmation popup when selling/demolishing a studio
  
• Improve confirmation popup when buying a game genre
  
• Improve the popup when making a game (feature list and history games)
  
• Add a popup manager so it's easier to use them
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a game port
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a game
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a remake
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a game engine
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a contract
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a trade game
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a indie game
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a custom platform
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a game update
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a game dlc
  
• Add confirmation when selling/demolishing building from the city map

• Add a confirmation at the very end

• Contracts end immediately after making the required points
  
• Custom-platform: As soon as a custom-platform is ready, flag it as ready
  
• Game Engine: As soon as an engine ready, flag it as ready
  
• Game port: As soon as a game-port is ready, flag it as ready
  
• Add the Godot Engine logo to the splash screen
  
• Small studios: Revamp the studios surrounding
  
• Code linting

• Dragon / Animals is now a perfect match
  
• Custom platforms: refund rate has been rewritten in order to take into account the game difficulty
  
• Custom platforms: unit sold has been rewritten in order to take into account the game difficulty

• Add new parameters for custom platform difficulty adjustment

• On the history panel and the game port panel, if you have a lot of games with very long names then you cannot see all of your games. It's been fixed
  
• DLC name not visible on dark mode
  
• Sound / Music on feedback panel
  
• List office: Rent/Buy instead of Rent/Price
  
• SteamDeck: Cannot make a sequel if the game name is quite long
  
• HR: Assigning an HR set the pay raise to 0% => Set it to 8%
  
• Game Engine: Engine list barely readable in dark mode
  
• Game Engine: License list barely readable in dark mode
  
• Spontaneous application - Reword the english translations
  
• Custom platform: No color on the miniature while making games for them
  
• Tutoriel: Fix an where you can't do the first game report
  
• Contract duration has been fixed, the progress bar reset too often
  
• Digital store feature: Sometime employees stop working on their task
  
• Gameport review: Next button shouldn't be visible
  
• Send staff to vacation: Not working properly when selecting a single studio

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Improve the game creation panel, explain how the blue area is computed.

• Add a confirmation at the very end

• Small studios: Revamp the studios surrounding

• Gameport review: Next button shouldn't be visible
  
• Send staff to vacation: Not working properly when selecting a single studio

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Contracts end immediatly after making the required points
  
• Custom-platform: As soon as a custom-platform is ready, flag it as ready
  
• Game Engine: As soon as an engine ready, flag it as ready
  
• Game port: As soon as a game-port is ready, flag it as ready
  
• Add the Godot Engine logo to the splash screen

• Dragon / Animals is now a perfect match

• Contract duration has been fixed, the progress bar reset too often
  
• Digital store feature: Sometime employees stop working on their task

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Game edition: Add a label explaining you don't get any tips when acting as a publisher
  
• Custom-platform: Explain not to release the console right away in order to publish more games first
  
• Studio list: Select rent studios first and sort them by area instead of price

• Add a popup manager so it's easier to use them
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a game port
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a game
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a remake
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a game engine
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a contract
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a trade game
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a indie game
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a custom platform
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a game update
  
• Add confirmation when canceling a game dlc
  
• Add confirmation when selling/demolishing building from the city map

• Tutoriel: Fix an where you can't do the first game report

• Contracts: some points ain't taken into account correctly.

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Improve rendering of the console manufacturers, the journalists and the IT guy

• Rework many tooltips to improve their redability regarding points production.
  
• Training panel: Rework the employee selection (was barely readable in dark mode)
  
• Hire and assign greyed out: Explain there's no desk available
  
• Game edition: Add a label explaining you don't get any tips when acting as a publisher

• Rework the popups so they render better
  
• Add confirmation popup when selling/demolishing a studio
  
• Improve confirmation popup when buying a game genre
  
• Improve the popup when making a game (feature list and history games)

• Sound / Music on feedback panel
  
• List office: Rent/Buy instead of Rent/Price
  
• SteamDeck: Cannot make a sequel if the game name is quite long
  
• HR: Assigning an HR set the pay raise to 0% => Set it to 8%
  
• Game Engine: Engine list barely readable in dark mode
  
• Game Engine: License list barely readable in dark mode
  
• Spontaneous application: Reword the english translations
  
• Custom platform: No color on the miniature while making games for them

Embark on a journey of creativity and empire-building with City Game Studio! For a limited time, enjoy a 33% discount and immerse yourself in the thrilling world of game development. This exclusive offer invites you to shape your destiny, manage studios, and design gaming masterpieces. Dive deep into the complexities of running a game empire and experience the euphoria of creating your own legacy. Don't miss this chance to be a part of the gaming evolution!

This offer is a gateway to exploring the intricacies of managing a gaming empire while channeling your creativity. Craft your unique gaming world and establish your mark in the industry. Unleash the game dev genius within you! This limited-time discount offers you the opportunity to own City Game Studio at a special rate, making your dreams of game development a reality. Hurry, join the gaming elite today!

Hey folks!

I am always seeking ways to enhance the overall user experience of City Game Studio. This week, I have been focusing on refining the game interface, addressing issues with tooltips and panels to ensure they do not overlap or go off screen. These changes will make it easier for players to navigate and interact with the various elements within the game.

Next week, my primary focus will be on implementing confirmation popups throughout City Game Studio. The popup design will be redone to create a more visually appealing experience, while also adding confirmations in strategic locations where they would be most beneficial. For example, when cancelling a game or signing a contract with a console manufacturer.

In addition to these improvements, I still have several minor issues to address. However, we will discuss those details during the next devlog update. My commitment to providing an engaging and seamless gaming experience remains unwavering, and I look forward to sharing these updates with you all.

Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• When unlocking a lot of feature at the same time, the UI is flooded with a lot of tooltips, overlapping each others. This has been fixed, only one tooltip at a time no more. It makes the game way more readable

• On the history panel and the game port panel, if you have a lot of games with very long names then you cannot see all of your games. It's been fixed

Hello folks!

I, a dedicated solo indie developer, am always striving to improve City Game Studio. Over the past week, I have been working tirelessly on enhancing both the employee panel and the studio panel, inspired by the invaluable feedback from streamers Cringer and shenryyr. Their playthroughs provided an opportunity to identify numerous QoL issues, i18n problems, and minor bugs that needed addressing.

Thanks to their thorough exploration of the game, I've been able to take comprehensive notes, ensuring that every aspect of City Game Studio receives the attention it deserves. Although Cringer and shenryyr seemed to enjoy playing the game, I recognize that their experience could have been even more optimal. It is my goal to continue refining the game until it feels polished and well-rounded before introducing new features.

By focusing on Quality of Life improvements, I am committed to elevating City Game Studio's overall gaming experience. The feedback from these streamers has given me a clear direction for the upcoming updates, which will make a significant difference in how players interact with the game.

Thank you once again to Cringer and shenryyr for their valuable input. I am eager to share the results of these improvements with all of you and continue delivering the best possible gaming experience.

Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Improve rendering of the console manufacturers, the journalists and the IT guy

• Reworked the studio capacities and the staff capacities to explained how many points it produces per week on average. Also adds the current capacitiy and the maximum capacities for employees.
  
• Rework many tooltips to improve their redability regarding points production.

• DLC name not visible on dark mode

Hey fellow gamers,

As we approach the Steam Winter Sales, I'm thrilled to announce that the latest update, v1.16.1, has been running smoothly without any major issues reported. This is an excellent opportunity for me to look ahead and start planning the next big update, which I hope to have ready by early 2024.

While I can't make any promises just yet, as there are many factors at play, one thing is certain: I'm committed to delivering an even better gaming experience for all of you. I value your feedback and bug reports, as they help me identify areas that need improvement and ensure that the game remains engaging and enjoyable for everyone.

As I gear up for the Steam Winter Sales, expect exciting updates and new features in the pipeline that will make your studio stand out from the crowd. The goal is to provide you with the tools needed to create a truly immersive and dynamic gaming experience.

Thank you once again for your continued support and valuable input. Stay tuned for more news and announcements as we get closer to the Steam Winter Sales!

Xavier aka Binogure

P.S:
Manually written ;-)

I've just released the v1.16.1 update, and it's packed with useful new features to enhance your gaming studio management experience. Firstly, I've added a confirmation popup when you attempt to delete a game engine. This feature ensures that accidental deletions are a thing of the past, safeguarding the hard work and creativity that goes into building each engine.

Additionally, we've addressed an issue with the genre-tree panel's visibility on low screen resolutions. With this fix in place, you can now enjoy seamless navigation and better organization, even when working with smaller screens.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we continue to refine and improve your gaming studio management journey!

Xavier aka Binogure

Greetings, fellow gaming pioneers,

In the ever-evolving landscape of City Game Studio, I'm excited to share the upcoming strides we're making toward enhancing your gaming experience. As the sole architect behind this virtual realm, I've been delving deep into refining the studio's inner workings to bring you a more immersive and satisfying journey.

This next update is a tribute to Quality of Life, where we'll witness significant enhancements across various facets of the gaming empire. One of the focal points revolves around rendering improvements, particularly in the depiction of our esteemed company bosses. With a finer attention to detail and enhanced visual clarity, these key figures will exude their rightful influence within your burgeoning gaming universe.

Moreover, managing in-app purchases will soon become a streamlined process, ensuring a more seamless integration.

Additionally, our revamped employee management panel, is set to redefine how you nurture and guide your talented team. Expect a more intuitive interface that empowers you to efficiently oversee, train, and propel your employees toward their fullest potential, enabling you to shape a stellar workforce that fuels your studio's ascent.

In the spirit of continual growth and evolution, these updates aim to elevate your journey from a humble start to an unparalleled gaming legacy. I am committed to crafting an experience that resonates with each player, ensuring that every step taken within City Game Studio feels purposeful, engaging, and immensely rewarding.

Stay tuned as we navigate this thriving world of game development together, evolving our studio and leaving an indelible mark on the gaming industry.

Best regards,

Xavier aka Binogure

Hey there, fellow game developers and aspiring gaming legends!

I'm Xavier aka Binogure, the solo indie dev behind City Game Studio, and I'm thrilled to announce that our latest update is now live! Version 1.16.0 brings a host of exciting new features, improvements, and balances to enhance your experience and help you build your gaming empire.

As an indie dev, I've always been passionate about creating the best possible experience for our players. With each update, I strive to improve the game based on your valuable feedback. This latest version is no exception, as it includes several Steam Deck-specific improvements to ensure that City Game Studio looks and feels amazing on Valve's new handheld powerhouse.

[h4]Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect in this update:[/h4]
Improved font rendering for a more polished look
Enhanced menu rendering for lower resolutions
Reworked email panel with new icons and better readability
Game of the year scoring improvements
Financial tab tooltips to help you make informed decisions
Studio rework with a fresh new look
Click-to-close tooltips for a more intuitive experience

But that's not all! We've also addressed several community-reported issues and added new features to help you create the best games possible. For example, we've improved the in-game tutorial for low resolutions and added a new tooltip when creating games to help you understand how to make big/AAA games.

As always, I'm committed to making City Game Studio the best it can be. Your feedback is essential to this process, so please keep sharing your thoughts and suggestions! Together, we can create an incredible gaming experience that will be remembered for years to come.

So, what are you waiting for? Update to version 1.16.0 now and embark on the next chapter of your gaming legacy!

I know I should have worked on the In-app purchase, and it's planned for the very next update I swear!

Happy gaming,
Xavier aka Binogure


[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Steam deck[/h3]

• Improve font rendering, make them bigger
  
• Improve font rendering for emails
  
• Improve menu rendering for lower configuration (below 1600x900)
  
• Enhance panels for lower resolution (below 1600x900)
  
• Adjust the tooltips accordignly (hide keyboard/mouse references)
  
• Renaming an employee didn't bring the virtual keyboard
  
• Renaming a studio didn't bring the virtual keyboard

• Email panel: Rework the icons (trash / spam / restore)
  
• Game of the year: Improve the game score rendering
  
• Financial tab: Add tooltips to the columns
  
• Studio: Rework the shop
  
• Click on a tooltip to close it (without it being a button)
  
• On low resolution hide the currency change label
  
• On low resolution hide the fanbase change label
  
• Tooltips: When selling an online game but the servers are overloaded, the game will always show a tooltip explaining what's happening (refund...)
  
• Rework the City Game Studio's logo
  
• On low resolution improve the readability of the in-game tutorial
  
• Add a new tooltip when creating games to help understand how to make Big/AAA games

• It starts fullscreen the first time you launch the game

• Windowed: windows position change while saving (autosaving) game
  
• Fanbase ain't properly shown for game ports
  
• On low resolution some icons are distorded
  
• When steam bug, there's no main menu or anything explainig what's happening in the game. From now on, there's a popup asking for the player to restart Steam in order to fix the issue.
  
• Custom platform: The catalog size number is not accurate

• Refresh the gamepad layout `steam://controllerconfig/726840/2739149565`

• When you start losing fans, you can't lose more than 50k at once (depends on many inputs)
  
• Leaderboard: Convention score have been balanced (10k visitors = 1 point, used to be 100 visitors for 1 point)

Embark on a journey of creativity and empire-building with City Game Studio! For a limited time, enjoy a 35% discount and immerse yourself in the thrilling world of game development. This exclusive offer invites you to shape your destiny, manage studios, and design gaming masterpieces. Dive deep into the complexities of running a game empire and experience the euphoria of creating your own legacy. Don't miss this chance to be a part of the gaming evolution!

This offer is a gateway to exploring the intricacies of managing a gaming empire while channeling your creativity. Craft your unique gaming world and establish your mark in the industry. Unleash the game dev genius within you! This limited-time discount offers you the opportunity to own City Game Studio at a special rate, making your dreams of game development a reality. Hurry, join the gaming elite today!

Hey everyone,

This week, City Game Studio reached an incredible milestone with over 1000 reviews! Your continuous support and feedback have made this journey truly exceptional. Thank you for being an integral part of this incredible milestone. Your insights and engagement have been invaluable, steering the course of this game's evolution.

In the realm of development, I focused on enhancing the user experience. A new tooltip has been added to the game creation interface, aiming to guide and assist in understanding the nuances of crafting Big/AAA games. Understanding these game types can significantly impact your studio's journey toward success.

Moreover, a bug concerning the catalog size number accuracy on custom platforms has been rectified. These minor improvements are part of the ongoing efforts to refine City Game Studio, ensuring an immersive and smooth gaming experience for all players.

Reaching this milestone of 1000 reviews is not just a number; it signifies the dedication of each player, the passion for gaming, and the community's support. Your invaluable feedback drives the continuous improvement and growth of City Game Studio.

Thank you for being on this journey with me. Your engagement and enthusiasm fuel every update, making City Game Studio the game it is today.

Let's continue this journey together, crafting more engaging experiences and diving deeper into the world of game development.

Cheers,
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Add a new tooltip when creating games to help understand how to make Big/AAA games

• Custom platform: The catalog size number is not accurate

Hello, City Game Studio enthusiasts! This week, I delved into refining your experience with some thoughtful updates.

[h3]Unveiling the Secrets of Big/AAA Games[/h3]
Ever wondered about the intricacies of creating Big/AAA games? Well, wonder no more! I've added a helpful tooltip when creating games, providing valuable insights to master the art of crafting blockbuster titles. Let the creativity flow as you embark on your game development adventure.

[h3]Precision in Platform Management[/h3]
Attention to detail is crucial in the game development world. Addressing a bug, I've ensured that the catalog size number for custom platforms now accurately reflects the reality. Your decisions, big or small, should always be based on accurate information.

[h3]Guidance Amidst Steam Hiccups[/h3]
Steam-related issues can be frustrating, and I've implemented a solution to ease the experience. When faced with a Steam bug, you'll now receive a popup guiding you to restart Steam for a quick resolution. It's a small change with a big impact, ensuring a smoother journey through the gaming universe.

Your journey in City Game Studio is as much mine as it is yours. Every update is crafted with your feedback and the shared passion for the gaming world. As we navigate through the intricacies of game development, I'm committed to making your experience richer and more enjoyable.

Thank you for being an integral part of this journey. Stay tuned for more exciting updates, and may your game development endeavors reach new heights!
Cheers
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Renaming an employee didn't bring the virtual keyboard
  
• Renaming a studio didn't bring the virtual keyboard

• It starts fullscreen the first time you launch the game

• On low resolution improve the readability of the in-game tutorial

This week, the journey through City Game Studio was marked by a focus on refinement and balance. In the realm of the Steam Deck, I delved into the intricacies, ensuring even the smallest details didn't go unnoticed. Employee and studio renaming processes were streamlined, enhancing the overall experience. Additionally, addressing the first-time launch scenario, the game now starts fullscreen, immersing you from the very beginning.

In the user interface realm, readability was prioritized, especially for in-game tutorials at lower resolutions. To offer players clear insights, tooltips were revamped, specifically addressing scenarios like overloaded servers during online game sales.

The very essence of City Game Studio, its logo, underwent a thoughtful redesign, capturing the essence of our creative venture.

Balancing was a key focus. Losing fans is a part of the game, but now, it happens in a way that feels fair. The convention scoring system received a much-needed update, ensuring accurate reflections of your studio's impact.

Steam's review came with valuable feedback. Although not yet Steam Deck compatible, I've meticulously tackled every issue pointed out, ensuring City Game Studio is primed for the next evaluation. This process, while challenging, reinforces the commitment to delivering the best gaming experience.

Thank you for your unwavering support; it drives every adjustment, every tweak. Together, we're not just playing a game; we're crafting an immersive world. Stay tuned for more updates, and let's continue this amazing journey together!

Cheers,
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• When you start losing fans, you can't lose more than 50k at once (depends on many inputs)
  
• Leaderboard: Convention score have been balanced (10k visitors = 1 point, used to be 100 visitors for 1 point)

• Tooltips: When selling an online game but the servers are overloaded, the game will always show a tooltip explaining what's happening (refund...)
  
• Rework the City Game Studio's logo

Hey everyone,

This week, I've been hard at work, striving to make City Game Studio even more enjoyable and accessible. Your feedback and support continue to drive me in this ongoing journey.

[h3]UI Enhancements[/h3]
I've added a feature that might seem small but enhances the overall user experience. Now, you can close tooltips with a simple click on it, streamlining your interactions.

In response to feedback from users with lower resolutions, I've made improvements as well. The currency and fanbase change labels will now hide on low-resolution screens, giving you a cleaner interface.

[h3]Bug Fixes[/h3]
Low-resolution screens had caused some icons to appear distorted, disrupting the game's aesthetic. I've tackled this issue, ensuring a smooth and visually appealing experience, no matter your screen size.

[h3]Gamepad Layout[/h3]
Preparing for the future, I've refreshed the gamepad layout to better align with Steam Deck compatibility. I'm committed to ensuring that your experience on this exciting platform is top-notch.

Despite the ongoing challenge of waiting for Steam's review to make City Game Studio Steam Deck compatible, I'm not slowing down. I'm continuing to fine-tune the game to ensure it's a fantastic experience for all.

Thank you for your unwavering support and feedback. Together, we're shaping City Game Studio into a truly remarkable gaming haven. Stay tuned for more exciting updates!

Cheers,
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Click on a tooltip to close it (without it being a button)
  
• On low resolution hide the currency change label
  
• On low resolution hide the fanbase change label

• On low resolution some icons are distorded

• Refresh the gamepad layout `steam://controllerconfig/726840/2739149565`

Hey Everyone,

I've been hard at work, fueled by your invaluable feedback and a deep passion for making City Game Studio the ultimate gaming experience (thank you CirMric)

[h2]Steam Deck: Your Gateway to the Future[/h2]
In response to your feedback and with a keen eye on the Steam Deck, I've made several enhancements. Font rendering is now sharper for emails, ensuring a seamless reading experience. The menu and panels are optimized for lower resolutions, allowing everyone to enjoy the game at its best, even below 1600x900. Tooltips have been adjusted, removing keyboard and mouse references for a cleaner, more accessible interface.

[h2]UI Improvements: Elegance in the Details[/h2]
In the quest for excellence, the UI has undergone substantial refinements. The email panel sports revamped icons for trash, spam, and restore options, making managing your inbox a breeze. The game score rendering in the "Game of the Year" section has been enhanced, offering a more immersive experience. To provide you with greater insights, tooltips have been added to the columns in the financial tab. Last but not least, the studio's shop has received a facelift.

[h2]What's Next?[/h2]
Thanks to valuable feedback from CirMric, I'm taking Steam compatibility to the next level. This journey is a collaborative effort, and I can't wait for you to experience these improvements firsthand. You're shaping City Game Studio into something extraordinary.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates and, as always, thank you for being a vital part of this adventure.

Cheers,
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Improve font rendering for emails
  
• Improve menu rendering for lower configuration (below 1600x900)
  
• Enhance panels for lower resolution (below 1600x900)
  
• Adjust the tooltips accordignly (hide keyboard/mouse references)

• Email panel: Rework the icons (trash / spam / restore)
  
• Game of the year: Improve the game score rendering
  
• Financial tab: Add tooltips to the columns
  
• Studio: Rework the shop

Hey Everyone,

I'm thrilled to share a sneak peek into the upcoming major update, specially tailored for the Steam Deck! As always, your feedback has been invaluable, guiding the enhancements I've been working on diligently.

[h2]What's New:[/h2]
In the realm of the Steam Deck, I've revamped font rendering, ensuring clarity with larger and crisper text, enhancing your gaming experience to the fullest.

[h2]Bugfixes:[/h2]
Addressing your concerns, I've tackled the pesky windowed mode issue where positions shifted unexpectedly during autosaves. Additionally, I've rectified the fanbase display glitch for game ports, ensuring accuracy in your gaming endeavors.

[h2]What's Ahead:[/h2]
Looking into the future, I'm geared up to refine your Steam Deck interactions further. Plans are in motion to enhance texts and tooltips, ensuring seamless navigation and understanding. The In-App Purchase (IAP) panel is next in line for optimization, followed by a revamped training panel, designed to empower your studios growth.

This journey is as much yours as it is mine. Your enthusiasm fuels every keystroke, and your support echoes in every line of code. I can't wait for you to experience these improvements firsthand, shaping City Game Studio into the ultimate gaming haven.

Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being an integral part of this exciting venture.

Warm regards,
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Improve font rendering, make them bigger

• Windowed: windows position change while saving (autosaving) game
  
• Fanabse ain't properly shown for game ports

Hey City Game Studio Enthusiasts!

I'm thrilled to introduce the latest update, City Game Studio v1.15.5, designed to supercharge your game development empire with improved performance and a smoother experience!

[h3]Optimized Efficiency[/h3]
I've been working diligently to enhance your gameplay experience. With optimizations, label rendering is now up to 125% faster, while chart rendering has gained a 10 to 22% boost. You'll notice the difference as you navigate your way through the bustling world of game development.

[h3]Bug Squashing[/h3]
No update is complete without bug fixes. In this version, old savegames no longer store destroyed buildings, ensuring a cleaner experience. Developers in the building/studio manager now sport the correct icon, revving up the game's pace. Plus, some labels have been given the right format for a polished look.

As always, these improvements are a result of your valuable feedback and my dedication as a solo developer. Your support keeps City Game Studio thriving and evolving!

Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey. Dive into City Game Studio v1.15.5 and experience the optimization firsthand. Let's continue crafting gaming legends and shape the industry together.

Stay creative and game on!

Best regards,
Xavier aka Binogure

Hey Game Dev Enthusiasts,

I'm thrilled to announce the latest update, City Game Studio v1.15.4, bringing you a host of fantastic improvements focused on your studio's staff management!

[h3]Staff Panel Revolutionized:[/h3]
I've overhauled the staff panel, making it even more user-friendly. Now, with the new 'Hire and Assign Everybody' button, managing your team has never been more straightforward. We've also paid attention to the details, refining icons to ensure seamless navigation. The 'Hire and Assign' icon now perfectly matches the one on the main menu, offering a cohesive experience. Additionally, when poaching employees, the revamped icon ensures consistency with the employee information panel.

[h3]Effortless Employee Management:[/h3]
Your game development journey just got smoother. These enhancements are designed to streamline your studio's growth, making it more intuitive and enjoyable. As always, these changes come from your feedback and the passion I pour into this game as a solo developer.

Thank you for your continued support! Your enthusiasm fuels my work. Dive into City Game Studio v1.15.4 and experience the evolution firsthand. Let's craft incredible games and shape the gaming industry together.

Stay creative and game on!
Best,
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello, amazing City Game Studio community!

I'm thrilled to bring you the latest and greatest update for our beloved game - v1.15.3. This one is packed with goodies to make your game development journey even more enjoyable.

[h2]Revamped User Interface[/h2]
We've given the UI a bit of a facelift. Creating games and remasters is now even more intuitive with reworked icons that guide you seamlessly through the process. Plus, we've spruced up the studio employee icons and tooltips for better clarity. And here's a nifty one - a long click now lets you cancel a game directly from the game creation panel. It's all about streamlining your experience!

[h2]Bidding Farewell to Bugs[/h2]
Nobody likes pesky bugs, right? Well, we don't either. That's why we've squashed a couple in this update. Old save games should now work like a charm, and the game publishing release panel is now smoother than ever.

[h2]Your Valuable Feedback[/h2]
As always, your feedback is instrumental in shaping City Game Studio. We've carefully listened to your suggestions, ideas, and bug reports to make this update possible. It's a testament to the strength of our community, and I can't thank you enough for your ongoing support.

[h2]Dive into the Action![/h2]
So, what are you waiting for? Dive into City Game Studio with our latest update and take your game development empire to new heights. I'm incredibly proud of this game, and I'm dedicated to making it the best it can be.

Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Your passion for game development fuels my own, and I can't wait to see the amazing studios you build.

Happy gaming!
Xavier aka Binogure

Hey there, dedicated game developers!

I've just rolled out an exciting bugfix for City Game Studio that's sure to make your gaming experience even better. I know how crucial it is to keep your game world running smoothly, and this update is all about that!

[h2]Demolition Delight![/h2]
Previously, when you decided to demolish a university or convention center in the game, there was a little hiccup in the process. These buildings weren't entirely cleared from memory, which could sometimes lead to minor performance issues. I heard your feedback loud and clear, and I sprung into action.

[h2]Your Feedback Matters[/h2]
I want to extend a massive thank you to the dedicated community for their valuable feedback. Your insights help me make City Game Studio the best it can be, and this bugfix is a testament to my commitment to delivering a top-notch gaming experience.

[h2]Get Ready to Dive In![/h2]
The bugfix update is live now, so don't wait! Get ready to dive back into City Game Studio with improved performance and a smoother gaming experience. We hope you enjoy this update as much as we enjoyed bringing it to you.

Thank you for being part of the City Game Studio community. We can't wait to see the incredible game studios you build!

Keep gaming,
Cheers
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello,

I'm excited to announce a fresh patch for City Game Studio!

In this update, I've tackled a couple of pesky bugs that were causing some headaches.

Firstly, there was a bit of a hiccup when demolishing an existing studio and then attempting to build something new in its place. It wasn't quite cooperating as it should have. But fear not, that issue has been swiftly resolved, and you can now remodel and rebuild to your heart's content!

Secondly, I fixed a small hiccup in the game's history panel. When creating a sequel to a game, the sequel's name wasn't being generated correctly. But now, you can seamlessly continue your gaming legacy with properly generated sequel names!

I'm always striving to make City Game Studio the best it can be, and your feedback is incredibly valuable in achieving that goal.

Thank you for your support and patience as I continue to work on making City Game Studio even better.

Happy gaming, and stay tuned for more exciting updates!

Best regards,
Xavier aka Binogure

Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating journey as a game development tycoon? Then, look no further! City Game Studio, the indie gem that lets you live the dream of running your own game development company, is now available at a jaw-dropping 40% discount! Yes, you read that right for a limited time, you can get your hands on this captivating game for just $9.59 instead of the usual $15.99. It's a steal!
[h2]A World of Creativity Awaits[/h2]
City Game Studio is not your ordinary simulation game; it's a ticket to the thrilling universe of game development. As the head of your game company, you're in charge of everything from creating games to managing your talented team of developers. Whether you aspire to become the next gaming legend or simply want to experience the thrill of the industry, this game offers it all.
[h2]What Sets City Game Studio Apart?[/h2]

• Realistic Gameplay: Dive deep into the world of game development with a simulation that mirrors real-life challenges. Make decisions that affect your company's success, just like a real studio head.
  
• Endless Creativity: Craft games that cater to a wide range of genres and platforms. Choose your strategy wisely, as each decision impacts your game's reception in the market.
  
• Talent Matters: Build an A-team of developers, each with their unique skills and personalities. Assign tasks, manage their workload, and watch your projects come to life.
  
• Stay Current: Keep an eye on industry trends, create games for emerging platforms, and conquer the gaming world one hit title at a time.

Greetings, fellow game enthusiasts!

It's your friendly developer, Xavier aka Binogure, and I'm back with some exciting news. City Game Studio v1.15 is here, and it's packed with fantastic features and improvements that I can't wait to share with you all.

[h2]In-Dev Game Panel Upgrades[/h2]
One of the key highlights of this update is the enhancement of the in-development game panel. Thanks to your valuable feedback, I've revamped this interface to make it even more intuitive and user-friendly. Now, managing your games during development is smoother than ever before. I've added new tooltips to provide instant information about various buttons, ensuring you're always in control.

[h2]Acquiring Competitors[/h2]
Until now, when you bought a competitor, you would acquire their studios, their games, and their employees. However, the employees were not assigned to studios. I worked on this, and now when you purchase a competitor, the employees are automatically assigned to the studios.

[h2]Save Mechanism Redesign[/h2]
Saving your game progress should be a breeze, and in this update, I've redesigned the save mechanism to make it more efficient. Now, you can create new save slots for your games with a simple click. It's a small change, but one that has been requested by many players, and I'm always eager to listen to your suggestions.

[h2]Studio Demolition[/h2]
Sometimes, in the ever-evolving world of game development, you need to make tough decisions. With v1.15, I'm introducing the ability to demolish studios, universities, and convention centers. A new button on the world map makes it easy to destroy these buildings when necessary. It's all about giving you greater control over your gaming empire.

[h2]Engine Development Fixes[/h2]
In the quest for perfection, I've addressed a critical issue regarding game engines. Previously, competitors could use your engines even when you were still working on them. Now, they won't have access until your engine is ready and fully operational. Fair competition is essential, after all!

[h2]A Unified Background[/h2]
For a more visually pleasing and performance-optimized experience, I've unified the background for both the map and the studio scenes. This background, rendered only once, is now animated and dynamically changes color to match the context. It's a subtle but significant improvement to enhance your gaming experience.

[h2]Next Steps: In-App Purchase Panel Rework[/h2]
Looking ahead, my focus for the next phase will be on reworking the In-App Purchase panel. As the gaming landscape evolves, I want to ensure that this aspect of City Game Studio continues to meet your expectations and provide seamless in-game transactions.

I'm incredibly grateful for your continued support and feedback. City Game Studio wouldn't be where it is today without the passionate community that surrounds it. Your dedication and enthusiasm drive me to keep pushing the boundaries of what this game can offer.

So, dive into City Game Studio v1.15 and explore these exciting new features for yourself. I hope you enjoy this update as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to life. Stay tuned for more exciting developments on the horizon, and as always, happy gaming!

Cheers,
Xavier aka Binogure

Greetings, fellow game tycoons!

It's been another productive week here at City Game Studio, and I'm excited to share the latest developments with you.

[h3]Bug Fixes for a Smoother Gameplay Experience[/h3]
First and foremost, let's talk about bug fixes. I encountered a pesky localization issue that was affecting the display of game genres. This made it challenging for players to navigate and understand the intricacies of their games. We've also squashed a particularly annoying bug related to the automatic hiring and assignment of staff. Both of these issues have now been successfully addressed, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable gaming experience.

[h3]A Visual Upgrade: Dynamic Backgrounds[/h3]
But that's not all! For quite some time, I've had my eye on improving the game's background. You may have noticed that both the world map and the studio scenes shared the same background, albeit on different layers. This setup led to performance hiccups and visual inconsistencies. To tackle this, I've created an entirely new background that's identical for both scenes. Not only does this streamline rendering by only requiring a single instance, but it's also animated and adapts its color palette according to the contextwhether you're managing your studio or plotting your global gaming domination.

[h3]What Lies Ahead[/h3]
As I move forward, the agenda for next week includes a revamp of the In-App purchase panel. This enhancement aims to provide you with a smoother and more convenient experience when making in-game purchases.

Thank you for being a part of the City Game Studio community. Your feedback and support drive these improvements, and together, we're crafting the ultimate gaming empire!

Stay tuned for more exciting updates, and thank you for your continued support. Together, we'll build the ultimate gaming empire!

Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Rework the background of the map/studio

• Genre: Localization issue (miss-named)
• Hire & Assign not working anymore

Hey everyone,

I've had a productive week working on City Game Studio, focusing on enhancing the user interface and addressing pesky bugs. Here's a breakdown of the key highlights:

[h3]UI Improvements[/h3]
I've been busy adding informative tooltips throughout the game, making it easier for you to understand what each button does. Additionally, I've revamped the studio manager panel, introducing more intuitive and visually appealing icons. These changes aim to provide you with a smoother and more enjoyable gaming experience.

[h3]Upcoming Competitors[/h3]
While I initially planned to introduce new competitors this week, I realized that this would require some adjustments to the mod maker. To ensure a seamless integration, I've decided to tackle this task head-on next week. Stay tuned for exciting additions to the game!

Thank you for your continued support and feedback. Your insights are invaluable in shaping City Game Studio into the best it can be. Stay engaged, and keep those ideas coming!

Stay tuned for more updates on City Game Studio, and until next time,

Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Add tooltip to the Demolish/Sell studio/convention/univerties buttons
  
• Rework the studio manager panel (better icons)

• Stray cat not working anymore

Hey everyone,

In the ever-evolving world of City Game Studio, I've been hard at work this week, implementing exciting changes to enhance your gaming experience. Let's dive right into what's new!

[h3]Exit Panel Overhaul[/h3]
One of the primary focuses this week was revamping the exit panel. The improvements include the introduction of eye-catching icons and the highly anticipated "Save Game As" feature. Now, players have the freedom to create new save slots for their games, a feature many of you have been eagerly waiting for.

[h3]A Splash of Color for Stray Cats[/h3]
In our virtual world, even our feline friends deserve a bit of variety. Until now, adopting a stray cat always resulted in a grey companion. However, I'm thrilled to announce that you can now find orange stray cats.

[h3]What's on the Horizon[/h3]
Looking ahead to next week, I'll continue my journey through the interface, introducing new icons and fine-tuning various aspects. Expect to see improvements like confirmation pop-ups when canceling game development or introducing new competitors.

Thank you for your continued support and valuable feedback. Your insights help shape City Game Studio into the best it can be. Stay tuned for more updates, and as always, happy gaming!

Until next time,
Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Add a save-game-as button

• Added orange stray cat

Hello City Game Studio community,

After a brief hiatus due to health concerns (COVID), I'm back in action and excited to share some exciting updates for our beloved game. This week, I've been hard at work on some significant features and bug fixes for the upcoming v1.15.0 update.

[h3]Demolish with a Purpose[/h3]

One of the standout additions is the ability to demolish buildings in the game. Whether it's a studio, university, or convention center that's no longer serving your game development empire, you can now tear them down. We've streamlined the process with a new button on the world map, making it more intuitive than ever. Additionally, you'll find this option in the studio manager panel for even quicker access. Keep your cityscape tidy and efficient.

[h3]Engine Fix[/h3]

Ever felt frustrated when competitors got their hands on your game engine way too early? Well, fret no more. In this update, we've addressed a pesky bug that allowed competitors to use your engines while they were still in development. Starting now, your engines are off-limits to rivals until they're ready to roll. Protect your innovations and maintain your competitive edge.

I'm thrilled about these changes and can't wait for you to experience them firsthand. Your feedback and support have been instrumental in shaping City Game Studio, and I'm committed to making it the best game it can be.

Stay tuned for more updates, and as always, happy gaming!

Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Demolish studio
  
• Demolish university
  
• Demolish convention centre

• Competitors can start using your engine even if it's not yet ready

Hello, fellow game enthusiasts!

This week has been all about enhancing the gaming experience in City Game Studio. I've been listening closely to your feedback, and one of the top requests has been the ability to target multiple consoles when developing a game. I'm excited to share that I've taken a significant step in that direction.

Imagine this: you've crafted a fantastic game, and it's ready for the world. Now, with our latest update, you can seamlessly port your game to another console right from the main interface. It's efficient, intuitive, and designed to make your game development journey smoother than ever.

But that's not all! I've got more in store for you. In the upcoming week, I'll be focusing on fixing a bug in the game engines and exploring the possibility of studio demolition. Your invaluable feedback continues to shape the game, and I'm dedicated to delivering the best possible experience.

Thank you for your unwavering support, and stay tuned for more exciting updates. Together, we're building the ultimate game development empire!

Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• In dev game panel: new button to port to consoles
  
• In dev remake panel: new button to port to consoles
  
• In dev game of the year panel: new button to port to consoles

Hey everyone,

This week has been incredibly productive as I dive into the upcoming v1.15.0 update for City Game Studio. Listening to your invaluable feedback, I've focused on enhancing the in-dev game panel interface, making it even more intuitive. Plus, you'll now find console generation details in the tooltips.

One exciting feature is the acquisition of competitor studios, but there's a twist the staff you acquire will now be seamlessly integrated into their original studios, ensuring a smoother transition and more realistic gameplay.

In the upcoming week, I'm set to address a pesky bug where the competition can access your unfinished game engines, even though that's not fair play. Plus, I'll be working on a brand-new feature: studio demolition. Now you can buy a studio and reshape the gaming landscape by demolishing it.

Thanks for your continuous support, and I'm thrilled to bring these updates to life. Keep the fantastic suggestions coming, and let's keep making City Game Studio better together.

Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Improve UI for in-dev games
  
• Add console generation to its description
  
• When acquiring competitor, assign their employees

• Buying a competitor is more efficient

Hey there, City Game Studio enthusiasts!

In the upcoming v1.15 update, I'm thrilled to introduce some fantastic features based on your valuable feedback. Prepare for an enhanced gaming experience with:

• Improved UI for in-dev games, making your game development process smoother and more enjoyable.
  
• When acquiring a competitor, their talented employees will now be automatically assigned to their respective studios, optimizing team dynamics.
  
• A reworked save mechanism to ensure a seamless and reliable game-saving process.
  
• The ability to demolish studios when restructuring your game development empire.
  
• Convenient confirmation prompts for important actions, preventing unintended mishaps.

Hey there, fellow gamers!

I've just rolled out a fantastic update to City Game Studio that'll take your gaming experience to the next level! As always, I'm committed to delivering the best possible gaming environment, and this update is no exception!

1 Say goodbye to any freezing issues while closing emails or the Game Of The Year panel. Enjoy a seamless and uninterrupted gaming journey!

2 And that's not all! I've carefully rebalanced the genre points rewards for different game types, making it even more rewarding to create your masterpieces! So now, you'll get more genre points for each game size, boosting your progress and creativity as you conquer the gaming industry!

So, jump in and take advantage of these awesome improvements. Grab your creative gear and let's build the ultimate gaming empire together!

Enjoy the new update, and happy gaming!

Xavier aka Binogure

Hey there, fellow gamers!

I just rolled out a small yet essential update for City Game Studio. Here are the highlights:

1 Russian Achievements: I've swiftly fixed a pesky typo in the Russian achievement translations, ensuring a smooth gaming experience for our Russian-speaking players.

2 Dark Theme Fixes: I've addressed some issues related to the dark theme. You can now create a new game and import logos seamlessly without any hiccups.

3 Browsing Mods with Ease: The dark theme's browsing experience for mods has been further polished, providing a more enjoyable time navigating through exciting user-generated content.

As always, your feedback is invaluable, so please don't hesitate to reach out and share your thoughts. Happy gaming, and see you in the studio!

Xavier aka Binogure

Hey there! I've just released a small yet impactful update for City Game Studio. Here's what's new:

1 Microtransaction Limit: Now, you can set microtransaction descriptions up to 64 characters long! This will give you more creative freedom in monetizing your games.

2 Slick Panel Animations: I've updated the default panel animation from "Bounce" to "Back," resulting in a smoother and more polished user experience.

3 UI Issue Fixed: I've also addressed a pesky UI issue related to loading games, ensuring everything works seamlessly.

4 Better Texture Quality: For players using lower resolutions, you'll notice an overall improvement in texture quality, making the visuals more stunning than ever.

I hope you enjoy these improvements, and as always, feel free to share your feedback with me. Happy gaming!

Xavier aka Binogure

Hey there, fellow game enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to announce the arrival of the much-anticipated v1.14.0 update for City Game Studio! As a one-person team, I've poured my heart and soul into this update, and I can't wait to share all the incredible improvements and new features with you.

Let's dive right in! With the new Game Engine feature, you can now easily assign and unassign studios while developing a game. It's a game-changer, making your development process smoother and more flexible.

But that's not all! The User Interface has undergone a major overhaul, resulting in a cleaner and more polished look. Starting a new game has never been easier, and you'll love the option to use your Steam avatar as your company logo talk about personalization!

I've also made sure that the game adapts to various resolutions, making fonts bigger on lower resolution settings for improved readability. Your gaming experience will be top-notch, no matter your screen size!

Under the hood, I've optimized the game's loading time, meaning you'll get into City Game Studio faster than ever before. It now loads fewer dependencies when starting up, giving you more time to dive into the gameplay.

Speaking of mods, I've dedicated considerable effort to reworking the Mod panel. With the new "Explore Mods" button in the in-game overlay, you'll have quick access to a treasure trove of mods, enhancing your gameplay experience even further. Plus, mods are now activated by default when starting a new game, so you won't miss out on any exciting content.

To ensure seamless mod integration, the game now checks for disabled mods during loading and kindly warns players if any are found. Your gaming journey is smoother and more enjoyable than ever before.

And of course, this update wouldn't be complete without fixing pesky bugs! I've tackled issues with Leaderboards not scrolling or recognizing players, and I've ironed out mod loader bugs to make sure all mods work like a charm. Say goodbye to crashes while loading mods when Steam is offline or the workshop is unavailable!

As part of our commitment to localization, we've improved the Russian translations, thanks to the invaluable help of SyberiaK.

Thank you for your continuous support, and I hope you enjoy exploring all the exciting changes in v1.14.0 of City Game Studio. Together, we'll build the gaming empire of our dreams!

Stay tuned for more updates, and as always, happy gaming!

Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• When loading the game: Look for disabled mods and warn the players if there're any.
  
• Add a shortcut to the popup to check the mods

• Mod loader: the game won't load some mod
  
• Mod loader: Fix a crash when trying to load mods while Steam is offline or the workshop is not available

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Rework the mod panel: Explore mods button (in-game overlay)
  
• Mod creation: add icon for visibility (Private / public / friend only / unlisted - translation missing)
  
• Mod loader: Add a warning message when having too many mods loaded about the game becoming laggy

Hello everyone!

I'm thrilled to share with you the latest news about City Game Studio. This week, I've been hard at work on mod management, and I'm excited to announce that the next update is well on its way. I've dedicated a lot of time to fine-tuning the interface and making the modding experience smoother and more intuitive.

The new mod management interface is now more user-friendly and easy to navigate. I've taken into account your feedback and suggestions to enhance this essential feature. I'm confident that you'll love how seamlessly you can subscribe to, activate, and manage your favorite mods.

I'd also like to express my gratitude to all the members of our Discord server for their valuable feedback on the new interface. Your positive comments and encouragement have been a great source of motivation for me.

I'm continuing to work on fixing the remaining bugs before releasing the update. Stay tuned, as there are exciting new features and improvements coming your way in this upcoming version.

I want to sincerely thank each and every player of City Game Studio for their support and enthusiasm. It's thanks to you that the game continues to evolve and improve.

Stay connected for more exciting updates, and don't forget to join our Discord community to engage in discussions and receive the latest sneak peeks.

See you soon in City Game Studio!

Xavier aka Binogure

Hello everyone!

It's another productive Saturday for me on City Game Studio! I spent a great part of the week diving into improvements for the mods interface, and I have some exciting news to share with you all!

I revamped the main menu to make it clearer and more intuitive when loading mods. Now, when you start a new game, the mods are automatically activated, saving you precious time. I also made some fixes to enhance the mod loading process and ensure a seamless experience.

For the upcoming week, my focus will be on the mods selection and creation interface. The goal is to make the entire process even more user-friendly, allowing players to easily subscribe to mods and enable/disable them when starting a game. I'm confident that this improvement will make the gameplay experience even more enjoyable for all mod enthusiasts.

Stay tuned for more updates and exciting announcements! I'm thrilled to share this journey with all of you. Together, we'll make City Game Studio the ultimate game for managing your own game development studio!

Keep creating, playing, and having fun! See you in City Game Studio!

Xavier aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Rework the mod panel: Explore mods button (in-game overlay)
  
• New game: mods are activated by default

• Leaderboards: Doesn't scroll or recognize the player
  
• Mod loader: Fix bug when loading some mods

• Improve russian translations (Thanks to SyberiaK)

Hello everyone!

It's Saturday again, and I have some exciting updates to share with you about the development of City Game Studio. This week, I released a preview of the upcoming update on the unstable branch, and I'm thrilled to present the enhancements that are in store.

One aspect I'll be focusing on in the coming weeks is the mods interface. I've taken your feedback into consideration and realized that the current interface isn't as user-friendly as it should be. I want to ensure that you can easily subscribe to mods and activate them when starting a new game. You create exceptional mods, and it's essential that you can share and enjoy them in the best possible way.

I understand that this will take time and effort, but I'm committed to providing you with a clear, intuitive, and enjoyable mods interface. I want you to be able to customize your gaming experience seamlessly and immerse yourself in bringing your ideas to life and sharing your creations with the community.

Stay tuned for more updates on the progress of the mods interface enhancement. I'm grateful for your ongoing support and passion for City Game Studio. Your feedback is invaluable and helps me make the game even better.

Keep creating, sharing, and playing! I'm excited to be part of this journey with you.

See you soon,

Xavier, aka Binogure

Default version of the game, we want to make sure to have a chance to discover bugs and adjust the balancing, to give you the best game experience possible.

Access the Unstable branch on Steam by right clicking City Game Studio in your Steam library, and then select Properties. In the new window, select Betas. The Unstable branch should now be available for you to choose from.

Please leave any feedback you may have in the appropriate channel in our Discord, or in the subforum on Steam.

As always, remember to be considerate towards players not partaking in the Unstable, in case they want to avoid spoilers.

Please make sure to make backups of your save files before playing.

• Game Engine: can assign studios while making one, and unassign too

• New game: Rework the interface, much cleanr very wow
  
• New game: Use your Steam avatar as company logo

• Takes less time to open City Game Studio, it loads less dependencies when starting
  
• Update the copyirght to 2023

Hello, City Game Studio players!

I'm thrilled to share the latest development updates with you. This week, I've been hard at work to provide an enhanced gaming experience. The starting menu has been completely revamped, offering a more intuitive and comprehensive interface. Now you can dive quickly into the exciting world of game studio management.

I also have great news to share: your Steam avatar will automatically be used as your company logo in the game. This adds a personalized touch and makes your gaming experience even more immersive.

I'd also like to inform you that I'm currently working on redesigning the mod management interface. While it's still a work in progress, I'm dedicated to delivering a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience. I plan to release an update in the coming weeks that will bring these improvements and much more.

I'm grateful for your ongoing support and patience. Your feedback and suggestions are crucial in making City Game Studio even better. Please continue to follow us and stay tuned for future updates!

Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey.

See you soon,

Xavier aka Binogure

Hey everyone!

I'm thrilled to bring you another Devlog for City Game Studio. This week, I've been hard at work on the upcoming update, and I can't wait to share the latest progress with you.

In version v1.14.0, I've introduced a highly anticipated feature: the ability to change the studios working on a game engine during development, without having to start from scratch. This will make team management and collaboration even more seamless.

But that's not all! I've also embarked on a redesign of the game creation process, as well as the menus related to the home screen, mods, and game loadings. Get ready for an even more immersive and user-friendly experience!

I'm confident that these changes will greatly enhance your gameplay experience. Stay tuned for more details and exclusive screenshots in the coming weeks.

Thank you for your ongoing support and for being part of this incredible community. Your feedback and suggestions are vital in shaping the future of City Game Studio. I'm always listening, so feel free to share your ideas and thoughts!

Keep developing the games of your dreams and writing your own story in City Game Studio. Stay connected, and see you soon for more exciting updates!

Xavier aka Binogure

Dear players,

I'm thrilled to share the latest updates regarding City Game Studio. The recent update, v1.13.0, was a resounding success, with positive feedback and increased sales. Thank you all for your support!

Now, I'm working on the next major update, v1.14.0, which will bring even more improvements to the gaming experience. Let me give you a sneak peek of the three planned features:

1 Studio Switching During Game Engine Development: You will now have the ability to transfer the project to another studio, providing greater flexibility in the creation process.

2 Redesigned Game Creation Panel: An enhanced interface to guide you through the process of creating a new game, making the experience smoother and more intuitive.

3 Revamped Employee Training Panel: A new interface to optimize the management and skill improvement of your employees, helping them reach their full potential.

I'm already immersed in the development of the first feature, and I can't wait to show you the progress made. Stay tuned for more updates in the upcoming devlog posts!

Keep supporting City Game Studio and sharing your passion for game development. Your enthusiasm and constructive feedback are a constant source of inspiration for me. Thank you for being part of this amazing community.

Best regards,

Xavier aka Binogure

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Hello everyone!

I'm thrilled to announce the release of City Game Studio v1.13.1 update! This update is a hotfix that primarily focuses on addressing bugs reported by our community. A big thank you to user19990313 for bringing a translation bug to our attention, which we promptly resolved.

Additionally, we have fixed a rendering bug that was affecting the human resources page, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable gameplay experience for all players.

We want to express our gratitude to our community for their continued support and valuable feedback. Your input helps us continually improve the game and deliver the best possible experience.

Thank you once again, and have a fantastic time exploring the new City Game Studio update!

Best regards,

Xavier aka Binogure

Dear City Game Studio players,

I'm thrilled to announce the release of version 1.13.0 of City Game Studio, a highly anticipated update that brings numerous improvements and exciting additions to your video game studio management experience. As an independent developer, I've strived to create an even more immersive and rewarding gameplay experience. Here's an overview of the new features you'll find in this version:

[h2]Enhanced Customization[/h2]
In this update, I've focused on enhancing character customization. You can now create even more unique avatars with improved customization options for accessories. Additionally, a new color ramp has been added to allow you to express your creativity through your studio's characters.

[h2]Custom Platforms[/h2]
I've integrated a community modification made by the talented modder Toaster. With this incredible mod, you can now add custom console cases to your game, bringing a new dimension to your studio by offering unique and surprising platforms to your players.

[h2]Miscellaneous Improvements[/h2]
I've carefully listened to your feedback and made various improvements to the user interface and game balance. You'll notice enhancements in the shop menu, the ability to update games by clicking on the circular progress node, as well as bug fixes and adjustments for a smoother gameplay experience.

This update also introduces new achievements for your accomplishments as a game developer. Publish an AAA game in the 90s, release a successful custom platform, and reach 1 million users on your digital store. The rewards are worth the challenges!

I want to express my gratitude to all of you, dear players, for your support and passion that have allowed City Game Studio to continue to grow. Your loyalty is invaluable, and I hope this update will provide you with an even more immersive and captivating experience.

Enjoy the update, explore the new features, and build the game studio of your dreams. I wish you hours of exciting entertainment!

Warm regards,
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello everyone!

It's time for another weekly devlog, where I share the progress made in City Game Studio. I hope you all had a great week! Let's dive into what's new in the game.

First, I want to highlight a significant improvement: the bug reporting feature. Your bug reports now provide me with more detailed information, allowing me to reproduce and address issues more effectively. Thank you for helping us make City Game Studio even better!

In addition to this, I focused on bug fixing this week as we prepare for the upcoming update. Several bugs have been squashed, ensuring a smoother gameplay experience. Specifically, I found three bugs related to the dark interface theme, where some text elements were not visible or difficult to read. Rest assured, these issues have been resolved.

Managing exclusivity contracts for custom consoles was a bit complicated before, but not anymore! You can now customize the contract duration and the quantity of devkits sent to competitors. This flexibility gives you more control over your game releases.

As we approach the release of the update, I also took the time to address other minor issues, such as translation problems with Steam achievements.

I want to express my gratitude to all of you for your continued support and feedback. It truly helps in shaping the game and making it the best it can be. Remember to keep an eye out for the upcoming update, as it brings exciting new features and improvements!

Thank you all for being a part of this journey. Now, go and enjoy playing City Game Studio!

Warm regards,
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello everyone!

It's Saturday, which means it's time for me to talk about the progress made this week on my game development studio management game. I'm happy to announce that the beta update on Steam is ready, with lots of improvements and bug fixes.

Let's start with the bugs: I've fixed several issues in the game, including a bug on a button that wasn't clickable at all times, as well as another bug that affected the human resources list, where some employees were not listed. I've also fixed a bug that allowed players to continue playing even after cracking a competitor's game and losing. There was also a bug in the game engine feature that has been fixed. Now, the button that allows you to view engine features during game creation is disabled when you don't have an engine.

As for new features, I've added better customization for hair and beards for characters, which will make your game studio characters even more unique and memorable. I've also added doors to studios, or elevators if they are large studios. This adds a small touch of realism and detail that will make your studio even more immersive.

Since the update is coming soon, I mainly worked on fixing bugs, but I hope you'll also enjoy the new features. Don't forget to play the Steam beta to take advantage of all these improvements and feel free to give me your feedback and suggestions.

Thank you for your continued support and see you next week for a new devlog!

Best regards,
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello everyone,

It's me again, Xavier aka Binogure, with another weekly devlog to keep you informed of the progress of my game. This week has been productive, and I've added some important features.

Firstly, I've added a new building to the game. Before, the studios seemed to be floating in the void, but now they have a visual context surrounding them. This new building was designed to be realistic and offer a sense of immersion in the game environment.

Additionally, I've also added a feature that allows players to check the engine features that will be available during the upcoming stages of game creation. This feature will help players better plan the creation of their game and make the most of the console capabilities. It will also help to better understand how the game works and how it can be optimized to offer a smoother and more enjoyable gaming experience.

These features have been added to the beta branch of Steam, which means they are available for all players who want to try the game. Don't hesitate to give us your feedback, suggestions, and remarks on these new features.

Thank you for taking the time to read my weekly devlog. I invite you all to play the game and share your impressions with me. See you next week for more updates and new features!

Sincerely,
Xavier aka Binogure

Hey everyone!

Hope you're all doing well! I've been working hard this week on some new features for City Game Studio. I've completely overhauled the server management interface to make it more user-friendly and added some cool new graphics.

I've also added three new achievements for you to unlock. These ones are a bit more challenging, though! You'll need to reach one million users on your digital store, publish a AAA game in the 90s, and create your own game console before the end of the 90s. Good luck!

And for all you fashionistas out there, I've added some new hairstyles and facial hair options, including the classic bald look.

Oh, and speaking of improvements, I've also fixed the confusing button descriptions that were causing some issues. Now you'll know exactly what you need to do to unlock each button.

Finally, I want to thank you all for your help in finding influencers for City Game Studio. I've reached out to all of them and I'm hoping it will give us some more visibility in the coming days and weeks.

That's all for now! Have a great weekend and keep on gaming!

Cheers,
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello folks,

I am excited to announce that a new update has just been released to address a significant issue that some of you may have encountered. You may have noticed that the game would automatically pause without reason, making it frustrating and impossible to resume without restarting the game. I am pleased to inform you that this issue has been resolved with this update.

I would like to thank you for your patience and ongoing support. I understand that this bug may have ruined some of your gaming experience, but thanks to your feedback and loyalty, I was able to quickly identify and fix this issue. Your support is highly valued and I am grateful for your help in making City Game Studio even better.

I would also like to let you know that the next update is planned for June 2023. I am excited to introduce you to the new features and improvements that I have planned for you. In the meantime, keep playing and providing me with your feedback, as I am always listening to you.

Once again, thank you for your support and see you soon in the game!

Hello folks!

It's been another great week. I've made a lot of progress on City Game Studio.
I'm happy to tell you that character customization for the game is finished.

The game lets you customize your character, but also your employees. You can make your teams adopt a dress code. Exciting, isn't it?
I'm planning to add more items, beards, mustaches, but also boots, earrings... That's all for June, I think.

Not only that, but I finally got around to adding the happiness of buildings. You see, in City Game Studio, there is the city, and it's important to know where a building is located. You should know that the location of your studio in the city is going to impact directly on the happiness of the employees. For example, an office located next to a pizza shop, and a movie theater nearby is more attractive than a studio with nothing around.

You also reported some bugs too. Some of them are visual, which I've already fixed, and another one is more annoying and affects the creation of games for your consoles. I'm still working on that one, and a fix is coming at the same time as v1.13.0.

Meanwhile, I'm still updating the City Game Studio interface, and I like it!

The v1.13.0 should be released in June, because I'm trying to make a good marketing campaign. I'm reaching out to as many influencers as possible on various platforms to try out City Game Studio. Any help is welcomed, if you like a youtuber, streamer and you think he/she will enjoy playing City Game Studio, feel free to contact me via discord with his/her information (youtube/twitch channel, country...).

That's all for this week.
Have a nice weekend,
Xavier aka Binogure

Howdy, folks,

It's been almost two weeks since the last update.
The v1.12.0 is a great success, comments are extremely positive, and it's heartwarming.

It makes me happy to know that you are happy about the work done. It gives me the motivation to work on v1.13.0.
Let me tell you about what's coming up with the next big update.

First off, this week I had fiber optics installed in my office. When it comes to working and sending releases to Steam, it really does go faster.
Unfortunately, it took a whole day to install the fiber. In the long run, it's worth it, for sure.

As for the next big release, I've started working on the suggestions that have been made since the last release.
I've removed the ability to remake GoTY, since you can already remake the original games, there is no need to remake GoTY.

The interface that allows you to furnish the studios has been slightly revised, it should be nicer to navigate. Otherwise I started the major work, City Game Studio's characters.

The goal is to be able to add accessories to your character. Earrings, beard, mustache, customize hair color, change the color of your clothes ... Well, I'm making good progress at the moment. And I think I'll have something playable in next week. But I still have to manage migrations to make old savegames compatible.

While making these changes, I took the time to optimize how many images the game loads to render the characters.

That's it for this week, you already have a taste of what's to come for next week, so I'll leave you there.
See you next Saturday,
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello folks,

Today is the big day! The huge update is available. It took a little more than a month of hard work to bring you a much more polished game. The changelog is huge, so I'm not going to waste time and tell you about the biggest changes in this version.

[h2]2 genres for 1 theme[/h2]

It's a very requested feature and has been for a long time. I have the pleasure to announce you that it is possible to make a post-apocalyptic Simulation/Strategy game. In order to add this feature, I had to change the interface of the game. Thanks to what I learned during the last years, the interface is cleaner, more instinctive and moreover, it's pretty.

Combining two genres means that you can try new genres even though you've never made a contract. Let's say you're an expert in Adventure games, and you're not an expert in Strategy games. When you make an Adventure/Strategy game, you are going to use both your Adventure and Strategy game expertise. Once the game is released, the game report gives you more information about both genres individually. I think this is the best solution, because you don't have to make contracts or bad games to learn how to make a new game genre, you can now combine genres. It's less risky, and it pays more.

[h2]The interface[/h2]
Revamped and revised. It's as simple as that. Not everything has changed, but a lot of it has already evolved for the better. I'm thinking of continuing to work on improving the interface to make the game flashy and beautiful.

To get a smooth, non-blurry interface. I had to rewrite part of the engine I use to make City Game Studio. I've made big changes to the engine in the past, and I still continue to add features that improve UI rendering.

[h2]Events[/h2]
In City Game Studio, when you own a part of a competitor, you may receive an email asking you to sell your shares. The selling price is attractive, and should encourage you to sell. However, if you want to prevent a sale from occurring, all you have to do is buying enough shares of a competitor so that a competitor can't buy it back. And in this case, if you refuse to sell, you are fined a huge amount. Now, you don't have to pay fines, only threats.

In addition to these changes, when a unique genre is unlocked, the genre logo appears in the email. This is a bit more glamorous than a simple sentence.

[h2] Other changes[/h2]
This interface that allows you to buy new offices has been completely redone. You can now filter by purchase price, rental price, by square footage, and additionally sort by price or square footage. Honestly, this feature took me longer than expected, but the final result is just wonderful.

The world leaderboard has been slightly revised. The calculation that determines your score has been changed. Making a console gives you more points than before, and once the City Game Studio leaderboard appears a sentence tells you if you are in the top 1% of players. It adjusts according to your position in the leaderboard of course.

[h2] To conclude [/h2]
In short, I had a lot of fun working on this new version of City Game Studio, and many of you sent me feedback. All this to say that even if I don't always answer everyone, because I don't have enough time, I read you, and I take note of all your comments. Your suggestions are relevant, some are more detailed than others. Your enthusiasm motivates me to continue the development of City Game Studio years after its early access release.

Thank you all for helping me.
And we'll see you soon for the upcoming version.

Xavier aka Binogure

Hello everyone!

The next update is almost ready. I will take another week to test and update the Steam page.
But v1.12.0 should be out soon. And that's great, because this update is huge!

Before going further, I'd like to tell you about what I've been working on this week!
The interface of the game has greatly evolved. I'm pretty happy with the result, and I think I can say with some confidence that the interface of the next version will be final.

Frankly, I think you'll really like this new version, with all the visual changes that come with it.

I could talk more about it, but I'd rather save a little bit for the next update announcement.
The v1.12.0 will be released on Thursday April 6th.
In the meantime, if you want, you can already test this new version by switching to the unstable branch of Steam.

Thank you for reading.
I wish you a great weekend.
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello folks,

It's already the end of the week, and I've been working hard on the interface of City Game Studio all week.

It's also the end of the spring sale, I hope you took advantage of it, because as announced before I set the price of City Game Studio in different currencies. Don't worry, price remains the same in Euros/USD.

Let's talk about the upcoming changes. The assignment of specialists. Originally done quickly in 2019, this panel had hardly been reworked since.
Therefore, I've added some useful information and especially a more compact and condensed view. Before, you used to be able to see at most 3 specialists when the panel was open.
Now you can see a dozen, and only useful information is displayed. Colors have been added so that you can see at a glance who is available, who is busy and who is already assigned to the current task. In short, it's all good!

I also improved another part of the interface. It's the panel that lists the offices that are available for rent or purchase.
The original panel was done in 2017, and it was one of the first interfaces I had created. It was functional and got the job done. But today, I felt like improving it to make it more efficient. Several filters are available, one to filter by price, and another to filter by office surface. In addition, there are sorting by surface or by price. Once again, I want your game experience on City Game Studio to be smooth, and that the next version will blow you away!

Working on the interfaces takes time, and redoing these two panels took me the whole week.
So that's all for this week and we'll see you next Saturday.

Have a good weekend,
Xavier aka Binogure

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How nice is this weekend? Nice weather, hopefully not too hot!
Great news for you, I made a lot of progress this week!

I'm telling you about it, as I do every Saturday of course.
Last week, I did not publish a version on the unstable branch of Steam. In fact, I couldn't do it all in one week.
So I'm happy to announce that the unstable branch of Steam has been updated yesterday. For those who are curious, here are the changes in this new version of City Game Studio.

Firstly, the major change. It is possible to create games by combining 2 game genres. So you can make Simulation/Space games, or even Action/Simulation games.
There are some limitations though. Some game genres cannot be combined. As you know in City Game Studio, there are genres like Action/RPG that exist without being a combination of genres. Well, these genres are not combinable. However, you can combine the Action genre with the RPG genre to make an Action/RPG game in your own way, that is possible.

I had to rework a lot of aspects of City Game Studio for this feature. So I took the opportunity to improve certain algorithms to make the game experience more pleasant.

Many players have told me that the interface of v1.11.0 is much more appealing to the eye. However, some aspects could clash with the rest of the game. That's why I continue to work on the interface of City Game Studio.

It's not over yet!
Well, for today, it's over, but we'll meet again next Saturday for the rest of the v1.12.0 progress.

Meanwhile, I wish you a great weekend.
Xavier aka Binogure

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Xavier aka Binogure

Hi folks,

I hope you are all enjoying your weekend like I am! I went on a weekend off to relax a bit and recharge my batteries. I have been working a lot and it's not going to stop so a relaxing weekend off will be healthy for me.

During this week, I worked on one thing and one thing only. Making a game with two genres and one theme. This is a huge feature, because it covers almost all aspects of City Game Studio. Starting with game creation, of course, but also game ports, remakes, games of the year, contracts, updates, DLCs...

Since it involves so many aspects of City Game Studio, it involves more work up front, thinking about how to do things so that it works well both in terms of the code, but also in terms of the interface. Currently, when you create a game, there is only one genre, and therefore only one texture to display. Being able to combine genres means that there are two textures to be displayed where there was only one originally, so it affects almost every interface in City Game Studio.

But it doesn't stop at aesthetics. Data also needs to be revised, where a simple game_genre field was enough, now it becomes an array. That's more things to change in the code so that everything connects well.

Besides all this, I want to make the old saves compatible with the new version of the game. I don't want the game to support two save formats, it would hurt the frame rate. Instead, I prefer writing a migration script to convert your savegame to make it compatible with the new version of the game.

As you can see, only one feature, but it's a big job.
I hope to finish all this next week to tell you more about it.

Until then, have a great weekend.
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello folks,

A beautiful week has just gone by! With spring just around the corner, I'm locked in my windowless office working on City Game Studio!
It's amazing how productive you can be once you cut out all the distractions a window from the real world can offer.

In any case, there are a lot of new things for City Game Studio.

[h2]The icons[/h2]
We're talking about the tiny images that you might click on. All genre icons have been overhauled. They look much more meaningful and pleasing to the eye. It implies redesigning almost all of the game's icons. Meaning theme icons, or even target audience icons, have been redesigned. I still have a few icons to improve, and the end result is definitely worth it.

[h2]Mortgages[/h2]
The mortgage panel is my nemesis. I implemented it in a hurry when City Game Studio was released in early access, it really deserved a complete overhaul.
In other words, the new mortgage panel is much cleaner and more beautiful than before. The redesign also means optimization and stabilization. So contracting mortgages is now simpler, and especially more pleasant.

[h2]Other changes[/h2]
I've been told about a problem with balancing the online leaderboards. In fact, when you make a console, it ought to give you more points. So I revised the algorithm that calculates the game score. And it is indeed more balanced this way. The catalog size of your console influences your final score from here on.

In addition, there is an animation when the game saves, or when there is an automatic save.

In short, everything is polish, visual comfort and the more it goes, the more I am proud of City Game Studio. Can't wait to try this new version? Well, you can already try it by switching to the unstable branch of Steam, however, it is at your own risk, because this branch is not stable at the moment.

It's been a busy week, and the week ahead will be just as busy!
I can't wait to tell you all about it!
In the meantime, I wish you a great weekend.
Xavier aka Binogure

Hi everyone!

V1.11.0 has been released since a few days and feedbacks are very positive!
I would like to thank you for leaving reviews on City Game Studio.
It really impacts the visibility of the game, and inevitably its popularity.
Thanks a lot for supporting the project!

And guess what, v1.12.0 is on track. It's a continuation of v1.11.0.
All the game genre icons have been revised. I shared the first impressions on the discord server of the studio, and the feedbacks are once again very positive!
Many of you like these changes, and if you also want to get updates about City Game Studio, feel free to join the Discord!

I also fixed some bugs, purely visual, nothing that would affect the gameplay of City Game Studio be reassured.
Otherwise, mengueule, a long time player, contributed again in improving the translations of the game, thanks to him for his work!

Next week, I will continue to work on the icons of City Game Studio, plus I will start working on a feature that you will enjoy.
I'm doing everything I can to keep this feature a secret from Steam news readers, but I don't think I can hold back on sharing my progress on the Discord server.
Quite honestly, this feature was not planned for v1.12.0 at all, but I think it will clearly improve your gaming experience.
I would like to point out that this is not multiplayer, the game was not designed for multiplayer. I'm saving this feature for my next games.

I stop here for today, thank you all for your support.
Kisses !
Xavier AKA Binogure

P. S :
The cake was a lie

Hello everyone!

Well, here we are! Exactly, the biggest update of City Game Studio. What to say about this update? Honestly I thought about upgrading to version 2.0, that's how big this version is!

Behind this update there is a lot of sweat, tears and even BLOOD. There are so MANY changes that it's going to be hard to detail everything here, but I'm going to do it anyway!

Let's go for the presentation of the v1.11.0

[h2]Events[/h2]
You know that little icon at the bottom of the screen that looks like a letter? Yep, that's what we're going to talk about. Events have been added in 2019, and barely changed since then. So I had to roll up my sleeves and add some icons here, some formatting there. Consoles' announcements have been grouped together, so your mailbox is going to be lighter. In addition, there are new recurring events.

From now on, your fans are going to write to you. Sometimes they are happy to hear from you, and they tell you so, sometimes they are not so happy. So when they ask you for something, I advise you to listen to them, your wallet will be grateful. Fans are going to contact you mostly to talk about your games, to ask you for updates, sequels...

When you release a game, there is a slight chance that it impacts the popularity of the themes. When it happens, as my great-grandfather would say, cool beans!

[h2]Your consoles[/h2]
There have been some changes. The console sales algorithm has been revised, it's a bit more balanced than before, especially when you release several consoles. But the biggest change is the ability to make your consoles backwards compatible. That's a great feature.

By making your console backwards compatible, you ensure that you can port your entire game catalog with 100% compatibility. This means that porting a game will cost you less and make you more money. However, making a console backwards compatible is not cheap either.

[h2]The interface[/h2]
The pice de rsistance! Almost the whole interface has changed. Gonzi, a player of City Game Studio, helped me a lot to improve the aesthetics of the menus of City Game Studio. Icons, buttons, panels, so many things have been changed, and for the better, I hope!

The dark theme has been improved, making it easier to read all the text and images. The comfort of the dark theme is as good as the default one.

Selling a studio, what an ordeal. Where is this button? In which menu? Well, from now on you can sell a studio directly from the bottom menu, right next to its name. Very convenient! Renaming a studio works on the first try, and every time!

The staff management panel has been redesigned as well, replacing some hidden icons with visible tabs. All this for a more instinctive result, and therefore more pleasant.

[h2]Optimizations & fixes[/h2]
Playing with a modded version of City Game Studio could be a bit of a pain. Game slows down during some periods of the year, and freezes most of the time. Sometimes it even hangs completely. Well, I did my best, and I think City Game Studio is much better optimized. It now uses a unique resource loader system, so there's no need to load the same resources several times in a row. Shaders have been standardized, stored in a nice folder, and their invocation is done through an interface that saves me from duplicating shaders to replace existing ones. Some shaders could not be deactivated properly, so the game slowed down on old machines

As for the fixes, there are many. The Game of the Year stopped working when there were not enough contestants to elect a game. City Game Studio had to be restarted to make it work again. It was also impossible to develop a game of the year, well, that's fixed too.

[h2]Currency adjustment[/h2]
Don't worry, the game's price will remain unchanged in Euros and USD. However, other currencies are going to be adjusted thanks to the new tool that Steam provides. Indeed City Game Studio's price has barely varied in other currencies for the last 4 years, so I think an adjustment is in order.

[h2]To conclude[/h2]
I have not listed all the changes, there are really many, some are less visible than others, I have listed the most important. But City Game Studio is more and more complete and stable.

I still have some changes to make in the game. I would like to add the possibility to make games with 2 genres, add achievements, and maybe review some other things. In the meantime, this new version of City Game Studio should delight the most ardent of you.

That's all for today.
I wish you a good game.
See you soon for the rest.
Xavier AKA Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Feature[/h3]

• Add events when a player releases a game gets a chance to:
  
  
  • Theme trends event: A theme can gets trending via an event
    
  • Community's excited, so they should publish an update ASAP
  
  
• After 3 years, if a game has more than 90% score, fans can ask for a sequel
  
• Add backward compatibility for consoles
  
  
  • Add the backward compatibility to the existing platforms (Grantendo, Saga, Gamestation...)
    
  • Add tooltip on platforms (add name of the backward-compatible platform)
    
  • Rework the custom-platform algorithm to take into account the backward-compatibility feature
    
  • Rework the gameport-algorithm, to take into account the backward-compatibility
  
  
• Digital store: Can port a game to the digital store via a game update

• Update the console market share (Gamestation 5, VBox Series V, Grantendo Swap, Teamdock)
  
• Number of competitors (use the game creation to define how many of them)
  
• Group platforms announcements
  
• Add following items to the yearly financial report:
  
  
  • Furnishing studios
    
  • Buying servers
    
  • Building studios/universities/convention
    
  • Acquiring a competitor
    
  • Buying competitors stocks

• GOTY: Stopped even with competitors spawned
  
• GOTY: Cannot dev a GOTY
  
• Game crash when upgrading computers
  
• Custom-platforms: When releasing the next-gen platform, sales of the old-gen doesn't fall.
  
• Custom-platforms: Cancelling a platform might lead to random behavior
  
• Custom-platforms: Do not send platform bought event for custom platforms
  
• Map shader: Cannot deactivate the season shader

• Switching between studio takes less CPU/memory
  
• Optimizing navigating through menus ("creating a new game" panel should load faster)
  
• Use a ResourcePreloader instead of preloading all resources at launch
  
• Add paginations for staff instead of yielding
  
• Refactor models and controllers to use node system instead of dictionaries
  
• Trade panel: Tooltips optimizations
  
• Improve studio/map background rendering
  
• Add C++ function to sort IntArrays

• Replace "filter by" by "sort by" on the right panel
  
• Improve dark theme
  
• Rework the main interface of the game
  
• Improve in-game notifications, better description, better tooltip
  
• Trending themes: put the top 3 themes
  
• Shop: Replace button by switch (auto-furnish) and add a tooltip
  
• Game engine: Add a tooltip when creating a new engine while there's no studio available
  
• Improve feedback on game creation
  
• Can sell a studio from the studio list
  
• In dev items: Revamp all the panels
  
• Replace staff panels icons by tabs with text (more readable)

• Difficulty: Add moddable parameters for fan based events
  
• Famous employees: Cannot rename famous employees

Hi everyone!

Well, are you waiting for something? Just kidding, I've been working hard this week too with adding details to the game like wearing glasses. So yeah, that's pretty useless, but it's done. Maybe later I'll add the option to wear a mustache or to customize your character more. I'm not sure that's super important for a management game like City Game Studio, so you tell me.

Otherwise, this week, I fixed a major bug that made City Game Studio crash. Also, it's the stabilization of the unstable version, I corrected about ten minor bugs this week. In other words, I'm giving you an update with little details if you know what I mean.

Preparations for the anniversary update of City Game Studio, which is going to celebrate its 4 years already, are going very well, we're in time. Come on Tuesday, there will be a lot of cake!

See you on Tuesday,
Have a good weekend to all
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello all, I hope you are all well,

I hope you are in good shape because this week I have been busy.

On menu:

• - Game optimization
  
• Improvement of the popup
  
• Redesign of the achievements

Hello folks,

As usual on saturday, I'm going to tell you about the latest developments of City Game Studio!
Like last week I made a lot of work on optimization but also on the interface.

[h2]Adjustment of the price of the game in some currencies[/h2]
No worries, the price of City Game Studio remains the same, 15,99, or 15,99$. The only thing that will change is the price in some other currencies, such as the Turkish Lira, or the Argentine Peso. Steam has implemented a new tool that automatically adjusts game prices for different currencies. Previously I was doing this poorly, now Steam will take care of it.

[h2]Optimization[/h2]
Shaders management in City Game Studio has been harmonized. It helps me to better manage the shaders and their options, but also to manage how they are loaded.
On top of that there are new optimizations when it comes to load the game resources. In short, City Game Studio should start faster and feel smoother in general.

[h2]Interface details[/h2]
Much work has been done this week on the interfaces of City Game Studio. For example, all the panels of the games in development have been overhauled. It's more pleasant to the eye and better optimized. I figured out a trick to avoid using shaders while having the same result, kudos!

As you may know City Game Studio is using Godot Engine v2.1, a rather old version, but it's open source. Thus I can add features and fix bugs that may be present in the engine. Why I'm talking about this, well it concerns directly the interface of City Game Studio. All popup icons are slightly blurred on high resolution screens. I added a scaling system for the popup icons to be able to use high resolution images. As a result, the image is much sharper.

I'm not showing you anything, I'm just talking, it's all voluntary. When the update arrives, on February 21, 2023, I want the announcement to blow your mind. And for that, I need some new images of the game. Obviously if you have already tried City Game Studio on the unstable branch of Steam, you know already how the update should look like, but for the 90% of you who stay on the stable branch, you should like it a lot!

Well, we are already at the end of this post, I hope you liked it!
While waiting for the next update, don't hesitate to play again!

On that note, have a good weekend!
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello folks,

I do hope you like these posts! I intend to write one post a week to update you on the progress of City Game Studio!

Last week I worked hard to optimize City Game Studio, fix bugs and enhance the interface!

[h2]Optimization[/h2]
Buying, selling or even changing studios used to take up to a few seconds, and sometimes even crash the game. I took a look at the studio loading algorithm, and it should take one or two seconds to load the biggest studios, and almost instantaneously to load medium and small studios. When switching between two studios, no studio is displayed, which makes it go faster.

Additional optimizations include the use of ResourcePreloader. A node that I didn't know existed until recently and that is incredibly useful because it allows you to keep previously loaded game scenes rather than loading them into memory each time you use them. Very practical, mainly because it improves the stability of the game on OSX.

[h2]Interface[/h2]
Again there are some changes. New tooltips have appeared. With much more meaningful statements. In fact the interface has been revised to help new players to better understand City Game Studio.

In addition to that, there is a slight redesign of the themes, well, how they are displayed. Instead of showing the first and the last theme, the panel will show the 3 most popular themes.

In fact there are many other changes, and you can already taste them if you switch to the unstable branch of Steam. In the meantime I haven't implemented everything yet, I still have to make a panel for the annual results of your company.

What is sure, is that I am still going to add a lot of features, and still rework a lot of things!

For those who are wondering, the 1.11.0 update should be released on the anniversary of City Game Studio, that is February 21, 2023. It will be 4 years since the game is available on Steam.

On that note, have a good weekend
Xavier aka Binogure

Hello everyone!

Once in a while, I like doing a post to share the content of the upcoming version.
Well, I've been working on it for about 6 months already, let's imagine how big the update will be! Think even bigger!

[h2]What's already available on Steam's unstable branch[/h2]
[h3]In-game events[/h3]
At first, the update was supposed to contain only in-game events. Which is a rather large chunk. The first event is about theme trends. Suppose you publish a game, no matter how good it is, you get a chance to impact theme trends. Of course it impacts the sales, it doubles them for the first month, and afterwards, it's degressive.

Clearly, you might want to tap into this and release another game with the same theme. Nevertheless, you will have to use a new genre to avoid the malus that prevents you from publishing the same genre/theme combination too often or you will get a poor rating. This means working on several different genres.

Now tell me if some fans fall in love with your game. Well, they will immediately ask you to update it. You are going to get a notification that your game is popular. Depending on the difficulty you will have a certain amount of time to publish any update. For easy, it's 12 months, while for very hard, it's 5 months.

I considered adding events saying a game has a bug and you have to fix it as soon as possible. However, it's an event which can negatively impact the game experience, therefore I chose to do something else instead. For example, let's say you make a great game, we're talking about a game that has a score above 90, and you don't make a sequel, well, you're going to get a letter from your fans telling you how much they love your game and how they're desperate for a sequel! If you decide to make a sequel, and you publish it, the reaction of the fans will be based on the quality of the sequel. I won't tell you more.

[h3]Interface[/h3]
A gamer called Gonzi, a City Game Studio enthusiast, is helping me to revamp some of the game's interface. He is doing a wonderful job, I believe you are going to love it. The main interface has been revamped, and enhanced.

On top of that, notifications management has been reworked. When hovering the mouse over a notification you can view its content, it is no longer necessary to open all notifications to understand what it is about. Also, consoles' news are grouped together whenever possible.

[h2]What is not yet implemented[/h2]
I intend to add a success mechanism to the game. I'm doing this for folks who play offline or who play on platforms other than Steam.

In addition to all that, I want to rework the interface a bit to add an annual report to give a short summary of what happened in the past year.

There are other additions that I won't list here, as I'm keeping several surprises for you!
Anyway, I think it's time for me to go back to the City Game Studio and do some coding!

Have a nice weekend
Xavier aka Binogure

Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

Hey folks!

As usual, I'm still working on City Game Studio! The next update will carry more in-game events drawn by your fans! I hope you are as excited as I'm!

Since I'm late to release v1.11.0, here's a compensation sale: 40% off!

It's time to get City Game Studio while it's discounted!

Enjoy your holidays.
Cheers
Binogure

Hello everyone,

It's been a while since I last updated City Game Studio. And yet there are still a lot of things in the backlog. I've merely been busy with other upcoming projects. As you can see, City Game Studio still has some nice updates to come and I'm going to tell you about what's changing with today's version.

When do we take a game off the market? That' s a real question, we debated it on the discord server, and we concluded that after 6 months of revenues below $1000 is the best condition to remove a game from the market.

This update, although a simple patch of v1.10.1, stabilizes the game and fixes bugs that were introduced by v1.10.0. City Game Studio has never been so stable or so available!
Thanks to olsza, City Game Studio is now available in Polish. He did an incredible job translating it, in just a few days! Thank you for this!

Wondering when v1.11.0 is coming? Well, I'm already working on it, and I'll do everything to make it available by the winter vacations. On the agenda, simplified notifications and improved in-game events. I'm trying to make City Game Studio even richer and more moddable.

That's all for today, it's time to launch City Game Studio to taste all these changes!

Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Misc[/h3]

• Wait for 6 months with less than 1000 sales for a game to get off the shelves
  
• Gameport: Optimize gameport release algorithm (won't get triggered every month, but only when needed)
  
• Add link to the roadmap
  
• Act as a publiher explain why start button is disabled

• Can rename a game genre

• Add support of Polish language (thanks to olsza)

• When having tons of game, cannot open the currency panel
  
• GOTY: Create sequels/remake of GOTY doesn't make sense. You can keep create sequel/remake of the original game.
  
• Fix a silent crash when loading a savegame (rare)
  
• When acquiring a competitor, getting its games might lead to a crash (old savegame only)
  
• Game ports: Progress bar not always showing
  
• Edit console color: Wrong console case shown

Hello everyone!

A warm welcome to this v1.10.0 update! Do you remember a year ago (already), City Game Studio left early access, I felt that the game was already complete! But that' s without counting on your suggestions.

Many of you have joined the studio's discord server. Thus we discuss about the game, but also about the mods you make, the next updates, bugs, we share a lot. Anyway, I invite you to join us!

Without further ado, let's talk about this update!

[h2]Video game consoles[/h2]
I drew them in 2017. Ever since, they had remained unchanged, although in the meantime I got a bit better at drawing with Inkscape. Being impressed with the mods you made, and a bit jealous of their quality, I decided to redraw all the City Game Studio consoles. Personally, I find them beautiful, obviously the more a console will be cult, the more details it will have.

While I was playing, I realized that it was difficult to recognize the OSes, Skylight, GNU/Linux... Therefore I spent some time assigning textures to them, this way it becomes easier to distinguish these platforms. It's all about adding immersion, I hope you'll like it.

[h2]Game over[/h2]
Endgame is huge. so I decided to rework all of that. From now on, you're going to be able to go bankrupt, it depends on the difficulty, from the easiest to the hardest, it goes from a $250,000 bankrupt to a $50,000 bankrupt. So that' s to make the game less punishing when you're struggling.
The end of the game has also been changed. From now on, you will receive an email in 2025 to let you know that a special event will take place by the end of the year. This will allow you to better prepare yourself for the endgame.

[h2]Immersion[/h2]
The rivals are going to release games that are inspired by real games. Someone is going to release Metal Gear Liquid, and it's going to be a hit. Plus it's fully moddable, which means you can expect a bunch of new mods that allow you to replay the story of the video game as it really happened.

New components for the game engines have been introduced. Thus allowing you to create Open Worlds from the 80's ! I also took the time to name all the components of the consoles, no more components that are called "#1", they will now have real recognizable names.

[h2]Misc[/h2]
I spent a lot of time optimizing the game and the rendering of the game so large maps with lots of competitors could be played on low end configurations. Several menus have been optimized. I also improved the user experience by allowing for example to change the color of a console while it is being developed. Or letting you change the studios that work on the game ports, or the games of the year.


[h2]SteamDeck and Linux[/h2]
These are the most important changes for Linux users. City Game Studio now uses the Steam SDK Runtime, which means that the game should run smoothly.

In top of that, there is also support for low resolutions. Fonts will now adjust according to the resolution, allowing SteamDeck users to read all texts easily. In addition, a virtual keyboard will automatically appear when you click on a text input field (only for the SteamDeck).

[h2]Closing words[/h2]
There are quite a few other minor changes, some not so minor that I haven't presented, but either you can read about them at the bottom of this post or experience them by launching City Game Studio!

For those of you who can't wait to see what's coming next, I invite you to take a look at the roadmap. There's some heavy stuff coming up, and I think you'll really enjoy it!

In the meantime, take care of yourself, launch City Game Studio, and have fun.
Cheers !
Xavier
[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]End game[/h3]

• Add a warning panel one year beore end of the game
  
• Revamp the end panel so the keep playing button is more visible

• Custom logo: Rename the "Load" button for "Import an image"
  
• Release panel: It is now resizable
  
• Remember theme trend sorting
  
• Improve charts rendering
  
• Added an identity card for spontaneous applications messages
  
• Training: Add new filter for studioless employees
  
• Improve Dark mode rendering
  
• New gauge for contracts on the difficulty selection panel

• Remake: Adjust the number of point to produce according to the difficulty
  
• Publishing offer: Adjust penality to the difficulty
  
• Contracts have been re-balanced

• Games: Name, genre, theme, release date, number of units sold are now inspired from reality.
  
• Add new competitor: Kanomi
  
• Studio are going to get named using their name (ie: UbiHard (#01))

• Add a tooltip when releasing a game showing the number of genre points obtained.
  
• Do not hide "Do the game report" disable it and explain why it is disabled

• Rework all the platforms visuals
  
• Add proper textures for OS platform type
  
• Adjust GPU power for the Gamestation 4 (81 instead of 71)

• Edit colors while developing
  
• Give proper name to component parts

• Custom platform components: Add mod validation, was broken before and never checked anything
  
• Concurrent game: Can add new concurrent game
  
• Concurrent game: Can rename existing concurrent game
  
• Custom platforms components: Add a new mandatory field 'id'.

• Can complete one/all gameports instantly
  
• Can complete one/all game-of-the-years instantly
  
• Unlock all hints

• Game of the year: Can edit studios while being in dev
  
• Game port: Can edit studios while being in dev
  
• City map: Optimizes generation and rendering
  
• When building a studio, can choose it's facade
  
• Listing studios to buy takes forever (optimization)
  
• Improve SteamDeck compatibility
  
• Improve font rendering

• Add Open World component
  
• Add Sandbox environment component
  
• When acting as a publisher select the right game engine
  
• Balance Motion Control component costs
  
• Add tooltip to engine licenses to explain pros/cons

• Publishing: indie studios don't take your default game engine
  
• Mortgage: Computation doesn't take into account stocks
  
• Dark mode: Custom platform component selection panel has white labels on a white background
  
• Mod & Custom-platform: Fix an issue when you first start a game on Windows then keep playing it on Mac.
  
• Studio manager not rendering properly when the studio skin is no the default one
  
• ModMaker: Saving a game while making a custom-platform with mods leads to a corrupted savegame.
  
• ModMaker: Swichting a savegame between MacOS, Windows or Linux erases the custom-platforms' cases textures.
  
• ModMaker: Competitors game mods were not validated properly by the game.
  
• ModMaker: Custom platforms components mods were not validated properly by the game.
  
• Shop Menu: Item placement might bug sometime
  
• ModMaker: Cannot load more than 50 mods
  
• ModMaker: Cannot make games using mods because some features aren't available anymore
  
• Game sales events: Game name isn't shown for third published games and remakes
  
• Game update: Cannot update competitors games when you buy them
  
• Online player count: Labels are misleading
  
• Digital store: Checkbox compatibility missing tooltip
  
• Convention: Grey out Attend button when you cannot afford attending a convention
  
• Marketing campaign: Show currency and add tooltip explaining it is too expensive
  
• Game over: When going bankrupt, don't lock the currency panel, give the player the opportunity to keep playing untill he/she reaches the hard-threshold

Howdy to you all!

I am very happy to present you the BIG Update. City Game Studio has been released on another online platform, so I have dedicated 100% of my time to City Game Studio just to provide you with an even more complete game!

[h3]Offices[/h3]

Since studios are customizable in City Game Studio, well, there are more floor textures, as well as a foosball table, televisions, air field hockey, tables, arcades and pinball machines. Now, if you own Sneak In, then you'll get two new items with the game on them! I think it's so cool that I can put refs to other games in the game.


[h3]Consoles!![/h3]

2017 was the year I drew all the consoles featured in City Game Studio. Clearly all the consoles revealed at that time, after 2017 consoles have been added afterwards in the game. Anyway, point is, after 5 years of drawing almost every day, its time to redraw the most iconic consoles in City Game Studio. So almost all of Grantendo's consoles were redrawn as well as some of Deny's and Wataggi's. I put a lot of effort into bringing back the 80's vibe, so I hope you like it!

Besides, I added 3 more consoles. This way, when you start the game in 1976, you can already choose between several consoles. The first one is the Grey TV from Grantendo, the second one is the Telsun Gunpowder from Roberto Industries and the last one is the Handboy Colors from Grantendo. You'll recognize their names, and I hope you're as excited as I am to have even more choices.

[h3]Competitors[/h3]

Now there is a button to send devkits to all competitors at once. Many people asked for it, so it is now there. However, the button doesn't have exactly the same effect as if you were negotiating deals one by one rather than all at once. When you customize the offers you can send a number of devkits in addition to the exclusivity contracts, while if you use the button to contact all competitors at once you can only negotiate the duration of the exclusivity, you will not be able to negotiate the number of devkits.

Nevertheless, the button that allows you to buy the competitors in one single click is back. Again, many of you asked for it, so it's here. But with one small addition, from now on when you buy a competitor, in addition to their studios, employees, game engines and a part of their fans, you acquire their present and past games. And that's 100% free in this wonderful update!
[h3]Misc[/h3]
The game ending has been moved to 2025, which adds 5 more years for everyone to score even better in the global leaderboards. Events have been added to further enhance the immersion of the simulation that City Game Studio offers.

A new option has been added to disable the visual effects in City Game Studio's mini-games. Also, a cheat command has been added to automatically complete a game creation step. On the interface side, two new panels have been added in the financial results, and a small tooltip has also been added to indicate how to open the financial results! So these two panels, one summarizes all the published games, while the other all the consoles ever created. So you can know which was your best game, or the one that was the most profitable.

The ModMaker has had two small additions, it is possible to add and rename developers who make unsolicited applications. Basically their names are one letter away from the names of famous video game developers, so you can restore their real names.

With the addition of support for 16/10 resolution screens, I think I've covered all the new features in this new version of City Game Studio.

There are still more features to come in City Game Studio, because I have to put the development of my next game on hold, until I have a stable version of Godot Engine 4.0, so I' ll be working on City Game Studio full time.

See you around!
Binogure

Hello!

So I' m preparing a major update for City Game Studio. It is going to somehow link City Game Studio with Sneak In, which is another game that is also discounted right now.

In the upcoming update, there is going to be a lot more furniture, like foosball tables, televisions, arcades... Some furniture will look like Sneak In and even City Game Studio. It is only about the aspect of the furniture to come, but the stats of the items will remain the same regardless of their design, whether it is Sneak In or City Game Studio.

As I said earlier, this is a cross promotion, meaning that you will have more skins for City Game Studio items when you also own Sneak In.

There are other changes to come. I'll talk about them when the update itself is announced.

Cheers

Hello gamers!

It's Friday and I hope you're having a good day. It's already one week after the last big update v1.8.0, and it is nearly a habit to release an update one week after a big one.

Therefore we jump straight to this 1.8.2. But, where is the 1.8.1? Don't worry, I'll cover all the changes since v1.8.0.

First of all some additions to the negotiation with the console manufacturers. Negotiating with Grantendo can leave a bitter taste. Would you feel more comfortable if you had an ongoing relationship with the console manufacturers? There is now an indicator that lets you know your relationship with the console manufacturers. It goes from friendly to unfriendly as well as neutral.
The more you work with a console manufacturer, the easier it will be to negotiate with them. And the opposite is also true.


It was most important part of this update. However, alongside this update there are new tooltips for the marketing campaign management panel, to help you understand how it works.

Otherwise, it's mostly patches that improve the stability of the game and allow you to play for long sessions without crashing.

That's it for today, we'll see you soon for new content.

Kisses to all.
Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Platform negociation[/h3]

• Add a relationship label (friendly, neutral, unfriendly)
  
• Add a tooltip explaining how relationship works in City Game Studio

• Add more tooltip to the marketing panel

• Refactor scene loading algorithm to give more time to the engine to get everything loaded.
  
• OSX: Defer scene loading to prevent missing resources error
  
• OSX: Replace preload by load of dynamic path

• Game might crashes when using autosave on long run (Windows only, uncommon)
  
• Mods: creating anew game with a mod's difficulty might raise an error
  
• In-game creation: Updating a remake, game, or a trade-published game might raise an error

• Improve ko translations (thanks to graycasio)

Hello tycooners!

I hope you've been enjoying the dark mod update I pushed back in March. I know you're eagger for more City Game Studio content, which is why today should be particular interest to you as I officially launch the v1.8.0.

[h2]Ultra wide monitor support[/h2]
Since February 2019, when City Game Studio release in early access, you keep asking me for new features. One in particular frequently comes up, the support of ultra wide screens.
City Game Studio uses Godot Engine, a very powerful Open Source game engine. This engine does not handle resolutions in the same way as Unity3D or Unreal Engine. Lacking experience with Godot Engine I thought that supporting ratios other than 16:9 would be impossible.

Nevertheless, I decided to implement this feature. One week later, I manage to create a functional version, yet very experimental. I will have to recreate most of the assets of the game, but also rework all the scenes of City Game Studio. Icing on the cake, by adding the support of ultra wide screens, the camera algorithm of City Game Studio has been simplified.

Getting this feature in place helped me to better understand how to handle different screen ratios with Godot Engine. One thing I can say is that it really is well thought out, much better than some other game engines. Thanks Godot Engine!

[h2]Other changes[/h2]
While I was working on the ultra-wide screen support, Diminatsis, a modder from City Game Studio, brought up a point. If you publish an online game, then that game stays on the market as long as you don't take it off the market. Unfortunately, when you sign an exclusivity contract with a console manufacturer, you lose the right to remove a game from the market. Therefore, you cannot remove an online game for which you have signed an exclusivity contract from the market.
For now on, after one year, you can pull out of the market any title that is exclusive to a console manufacturer.

tht014, another player from City Game Studio also pointed out inconsistencies while launching an advanced game by shifting the start date to 2014 ( for instance).
In such a configuration, when creating a new game, development costs indicated by the interface did not correspond to the real costs of City Game Studio. Therefore, I looked into this problem, and I noticed several inconsistencies regarding game development costs. I corrected the license costs of some consoles while fixing the bug. On top of that I tweaked the quality of the game reports. Game reports quality, i.e. number of tips they contain, is proportional to the difficulty of the game.

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Feature[/h3]

• Game exclusive: Can cancel a game exclusive after 1 year
  
• Add Ultra-wide-support

• Improve main menu icons
  
• Rework several icons to add colors

• Game development: Show the right development costs

• Re-balance post-mortems result ratio per game

Hey fellow gamers!

I'm still working on my new game, but I won't be able to tell you more at the moment.

Let's go back to City Game Studio. This patch is tiny and only contains fixes. I watched you guys playing on Youtube/Twich that's how I found out those bugs and then fixed them!

Have a nice day
Thank yo ufor playing City Game Studio
xoxo

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]UI[/h3]

• Dark theme: Fix build mod decoration button

• HR Panel: When assigning a new HR, it doesn't udpate the studios capacities
  
• Trade publishing offers: Instead of getting 15% of royalties you were having 85%, fixed.

• Improved pt translations (thanks to Menguele)
  
• Improved pt-br translations (thanks to Menguele)
  
• Improved th translations (thanks to dreamzataliban)

Hey everyone,

Good news! City Game Studio will be taking part in the SimFest: Hobby Edition 2022.

So I spent an afternoon playing City Game Studio to produce a high quality silent playthrough to let you discover what's in the game! It is not a 100% feature coverage but you'll get a nice preview!

Join our discord for more informations

Cheers,
Binogure
https://store.steampowered.com/app/726840/City_Game_Studio_a_tycoon_about_game_dev/

Hello to all,

I spent a few days to prepare this post to present you the most complete mods. The community around City Game Studio is effervescent and continues to produce quality content. There are more and more mods available, so there is something for everyone!

[h2]The most popular mod[/h2][h3]Beahl Megapack : Complete Edition[/h3]

• Add more than 20 new competitors
  
• Add more than 40 indie studios
  
• Add more than 40 new platforms
  
• Add more than 60 themes
  
• Add a lot of new events
  
• Add new game engine components
  
• Add new game conventions
  
• Add new map sizes
  
• Add new game speed

• Add more than 600 competitors
  
• Add more than 25 platforms
  
• Add more than 100 game engine features
  
• Add new events based on real life events
  
• Add new catch phrases and magazines
  
• 2 new maps
  
• 2 new game speeds
  
• 12 new conventions
  
• Original names for the competition and platforms

• 40 real competitors (with clean logos)
  
• 40 real indie studios
  
• Real platform names
  
• Bigger map sizes

• Add 14 new features for the dematerialized store
  
• Add 33 new modules for the game engine
  
• Add 2 new SSD and NVME hard drives
  
• Add 4 new processors
  
• Add 10 new memory
  
• Add 4 platforms
  
• Add 4 screens
  
• Add 5 conventions
  
• Add 56 competitors
  
• Rename conventions, platforms, competitors, indie studios, new maps...

• Add 97 game engine features
  
• 10 new indie studios
  
• 3 themes, 2 map size, 2 events and 1 convention

Hey folks,

Just a month after the last update and here we are again, with another one.
It's not as big as the last one, but it's big enough!

[h2]SteamDeck[/h2]

City Game Studio works on the SteamDeck, even though it is not officially verified by Valve. Thanks iep for testing the game on his device!

[h2]Better Dark mod support[/h2]

A lot of bugs have been fixed regarding pagination, conventions, tooltips... Dark mod was released in a hurry, I wanted it to be part of the v1.6.0 update, but haven't had time to test it 100%. I knew it was playable but not perfect. Here we come with a way better dark mod theme, texts are now visible, including icons.

[h2]Better interface[/h2]

Those changes have been made thanks to this review ( https://steamcommunity.com/id/X22Commander/recommended/726840/ ). In details, when we receive an email about a new convention, we can click on Attend convention to open the convention panel directly (handy indeed).
Also, you can click on managing marketing campaigns directly on the right panel when you release a game.

[h2]Better mod support[/h2]

You are incredible since you keep making mods adding new stuff to City Game Studio. Thank you so much for all the mods you've made. And to thank you, I'm listing the best mods I find in an upcoming announcement!

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]UI[/h3]

• Dark theme: Fix convention panel's color
  
• Dark theme: Fix manufacturing costs' colors
  
• Convention emails: Can attend to conventions directly from the email
  
• Released games: Can access the marketing panel from the right panel.
  
• Dark theme: Pagination button where black on black background
  
• Dark theme: Cannot see the tooltip on employees (white font on white background)
  
• Dark theme: Released games and custom platforms have a black dropdown icons over a black background

• Custom-platforms component: Can edit components
  
• Magazine: Can add new magasines and new catchphrases
  
• Platforms: Can edit existing platforms

• Updated with new items to mod

• Improved th translations (thanks to Nostyxx)

Hello folks,

Quick update to fix an annoying bug of the Interface. There were duplicates in the unlock bar, and it was cycling infinitely.


Sorry for that annoying bug, and thank you for reporting it! It really helps!
Have a nice day,
Binogure

Good evening to all!

Three years ago, City Game Studio was released in early access on Steam. A tremendous number of changes were made in this period of time. There have been a few redesigns of the game, Steam reviews have gone from Variable to Very Positive, and who knows, we could reach 1000 reviews!

[h2]Dark theme[/h2]

Many people have given me very constructive feedback, which helped me to significantly improve the game. Lately I had some feedback about the interface being too bright. So I added a dark theme to City Game Studio. Once the option is checked, it's better to restart the game to have a better experience.

[h2]Cheat codes[/h2]

There is an in-game console to cheat, you can press F1 or F5 to activate it. There are two new commands available with this update, one to add competitors, and another to automatically fill free desks with developers with perfect stats.

[h2]Custom platforms[/h2]
Minor redesign of the consoles, I added hard drives. Among the things you asked for, I had forgotten about hard disks. The good news is that this new type of component is part of City Game Studio, the bad news is that they cost quite a bit!

[h2]UI[/h2]

In addition to the dark theme, there have been other adjustments. When you click on an employee, an employee's happiness gauge now shows why an employee is unhappy, giving you the essential information to improve your employees' happiness.


Annual financial statements are also available. You can now view your company's financial statements since its creation, for new savegames. For old savegames, the history will only go back to the year from which you start in version 1.6.0.

[h2]Miscs[/h2]
Among other small changes, the spontaneous applications are now made by famous developers from the video game world. Some consoles have been re-balanced and new background music has been added.


The best for modders! It is now possible to add keywords in mod events. There are 3 keywords [company_name], [studio_name] and [game_name]. If you use these keywords in your mods, they will be automatically substituted by the computed values (player name, company name and game name selected by the event).

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2525983747
A huge thank you to O3O the author of this mod. Indeed the Korean translations of City Game Studio could be greatly improved, and thanks to O3O it is now done!

There are other small additions and fixes, I invite you to either launch City Game Studio (it's the easiest way) or read the full list of changes below.

Thanks to you for being so supportive.
I hope next time I can share with you Real Estate Online, my new project.
Have a nice day,
xoxo

[h2]Liste des changements[/h2]
[h3]Features[/h3]

• Add cheatcode to spawn more competitor
  
• Add cheatcode to auto-fill empty desks
  
• Add auto-adjust training sessions
  
• New types of components for custom platforms (Hard drive)
  
• Add yearly financial reports

• Improved mod events

• Improved employee informations
  
• Add a dark theme (you can switch from the option panel)

• Update sales for Gamestation 5 and VBox (latest).
  
• Hire famous developpers
  
• New background musics

• Improved ko translations (Thanks to O3O)

• Game crashes when you are training an employee who quits (CEO difficulty only)
  
• Updating a game that is discontinued

Hey,

Another tiny update, it becomes regular now. Just adding a new feedback when you work with a competitor to make a game. As soon as you know you'll have to pay a penalty, if you don't have enough money, the game will warn you and suggest you to take out a mortgage.



I think it is better than going bankrupt.
This update contains also a tiny bugfix regarding custom platforms.

I also improved the chart rendering and added 4 new competitors such as:
ZeniMin, Rito Games, GreenByte and Warner Sis.

Have a nice day
xoxo
Binogure

Hey,

it's been a while since the last update right?
Here comes another weekly update for City Game Studio.

What's new?
New tooltips for game engines, trade publishing offers and game editions.
A bit of balancing for custom platform, the new maximum price is set to 1 500$, and you can get a CPU online compatible as soon as 1996, which is better than before (ie 1998).



Thanks to your feedback I also fixed an issue with font rendering.
Wish you a pleasant week,

See you next month (maybe).
xoxo
Binogure

Hey guys,

That's already the second update of City Game Studio of 2022.
I like working on this game. And I hope you'll like that update.

It adds several tooltips to explain how the game works (ie royalties, and server capacities).


Also, if you started a game with 12 competitors, the game will try to spawn new competitors to keep the same number of competitors on the map. I suggest you to use mods to add new competitors:
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2585504232
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2661428590
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2279919656

I added several tooltips to the game. You'll notice them by playing it!
Have a nice day
xoxo
Binogure

Happy new year guys!

Wish you the best for 2022.
Let's talk about that new update. I've been working on improving the Game Of The Year selection panel to help you out selecting the right game.


Beside those changes, I also added a new tooltip when you create a video game console, to explain what to do while you are creating it. Also custom platforms have been re-balanced a little bit. Your consoles won't get affected by the 1983 crash, but in the CEO difficulty. This parameter is moddable, so modders can customize this setting.

CGS uses larger fonts for tooltips on lower resolutions. On low-end hardware, game creation panel might blink, it shouldn't blink anymore.

Thanks to Menguele, pt-br translations have been improved.
And, that's all for today,
Hope you'll like this tiny update

Have a nice year
xoxo
Binogure

Hey folks,

I think it is the last update of 2021, it is a really small one that includes only one new feature which is a new tooltip that explains how to make a free to play game



Beside that change, I also fixed an issue were the game freezes after few months. And I reworked a little bit the sales algorithm to fix that specific issue

Happy new year folks
xoxo
Binogure

Happy holidays folks!

So, I read your feedbacks on Steam and decided to work on the interface for a while in order to improve your experience.

Amongst other enhancement, when you create a new console, knowing if a CPU is online capable is now more clear. There is a big red cross on the online CPU capacities.



Also, porting a game onto another platform might be tricky. And the compatibility bar was not visible enough, so I changed it's color, it turns red when it is not compatible, yellow when it is an OK match, and blue when you'd better port it to that platform


Regarding remakes and required points. A new tooltip helps you understand how it works behind the scene.


I'll keep reading your feedbacks on discord, github and steam reviews to improve City Game Studio.

Have fun guys
xoxo
Binogure

Hello everyone!

Big updates come in small packages. And this is the case of v1.5.0, which was originally supposed to be an update with minor changes. Well, after a few weeks of work, this update has enriched the content of City Game Stsudio with several consoles, several competitors, more components to make your consoles and a lot of features for the game engines.

[h2]City Game Studio's lifespan extends beyond 2020[/h2]
As new features are added to the game engines such as augmented reality, or an anti-cheat system and so many others that only appear after 2020. Not to mention the appearance of Teamdock or even Skylight 11.



In the last version of City Game Studio it was a more difficult to buy out the competitors, but it was still manageable. However, when you buy all the competitors, Game Of The Year disappears. Thus to fix this, new competitors appear every year. In version 1.4.0, there were only 12 different competitors, so it was quite easy to buy them all, assuming that they would not buy each other. Version 1.5.0 brings 6 new competitors, I hope you like their names.

[h2]Other changes[/h2]
Chinese translations have been improved thanks to MagicSkySword, and French translations have also been improved thanks to Lambda. A new language has appeared, with partial translations : Thai.

Let's stop talking about translations. The new version of City Game Studio embeds small subtle changes in the interface, such as animations or fixes.



This new version of City Game Studio is the most stable version so far and the most complete too. As you know, I started to work on a new game, a game that should not see the light of day before a year of work. And during this year I decided to dedicate a few hours a week to add content to City Game Studio. These updates will add new competitors, new consoles, small interface changes to make it more enjoyable.

On that note, I let you enjoy this update,
Happy holidays to all
Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Feature[/h3]

• Platforms: Add the Teamdock from Robinet Software (cool textures and noice boss)
  
• Platforms: Balance platforms' power (GPU/CPU)
  
• Concurrent: Add Epic Fails, Nandai Bamco, Majong, Naughty Cat, Hypersomnia Games and GameHouse
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: Advanced motion detection
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: Simple motion detection
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: Facial recognition
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: Simple anti-cheat
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: AI-managed anti-cheat
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: Cross-platform
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: Voice recognition
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: Low latency server
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: High Definition
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: Ultra High Definition
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: Augmented reality
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: AI-managed difficulty
  
• Game engine: Add new feature: Realistic characters
  
• Mod maker: Add support for Skylight 11 and Teamdock
  
• Mod maker: Add support for Epic Fails and Nandai Bamco
  
• Custom platforms: Add new CPU, GPU and memory

• Game creation: Add a little animation to the Design/Development and Polish steps

• Improve FR translations (thanks to Lambda)
  
• Improve ZH translations (thanks to magicskysword)
  
• Add TH translations (incomplete thai translations, thanks to watchakorn)

• Game update/DLCs: Creation progression bar is not updated
  
• Game engine: Creation progression bar is not updated
  
• Custom platforms: Creation progression bar is not updated
  
• Digital store feature: Creation progression bar is not updated
  
• Custom platforms: Sending devkits with no competitors left crashes the game
  
• Mod loader: Error when an event id is duplicated

Welcome to everyone!

I am writing this new announcement with great pleasure and some relief! Indeed, this is v1.4.0, one of the last updates of City Game Studio. After over 4 years of development, it is now time to start thinking about a new venture. First let's see what I have in store for you!

[h2]The stock market[/h2]

Please take part in the stock market, because indeed, from now on, you can buy and sell the shares of your competitors. It impacts them greatly. For example, when you buy 60% of UbiHard's stock, then you'll get ~60% in dividends every year. I believe the tax calendar ends around June each year.

Beware, because the more shares you own in a competitor the harder it will be for them to grow, as you''ll be taking proportionally from their profits and they won't be able to reinvest in hiring, new technologies or bigger studios. As you can see, by buying out a competitor's shares, you can drive them to the brink of collapse. Well, they won't lose, but they will stagnate and will not be able to progress, at which point you simply acquire them for a pittance. That' s the way life is.

[h2]The devkits[/h2]
A missing feature when the consoles were released. I wonder why I haven't thought about it before, anyway, it has been included in City Game Studio, which is good.

So what are devkits? When you create your game system, you can send devkits to competitors. A devkit is a preliminary version of your console dedicated to game development. Therefore you can send devkits to competitors who will start developing games for your console.

To the devkit I also added the possibility to have exclusive contracts signed with competitors. I wanted them to be very simple, because I didn't want this step to become tedious in time, so you drop a lot of money and you obtain an exclusivity from a competitor.

Thanks to this new feature, you can reach more than 100 games on your console without difficulty, and if you are regular, 1000 games are reachable.

[h2]Anything else?[/h2]
Japanese was added by a contributor who did an outstanding job. Special thanks to Shimenawa, who made it possible to have Japanese available in City Game Studio!

There are a lot of small adjustments here and there in the game, and I invite you either to launch City Game Studio to discover them, or to read the complete list of changes a little further down.

[h2]One final detail[/h2]
As I mentioned earlier in this announcement, this is one of the last updates of City Game Studio. From now on, only minor features or fixes will be added. Well, I have to start working on a new project to keep my sanity.

In short, I' ll make this next project with Godot Engine 4, Blender, Inkscape and still developed from Linux. By the way, I hope you like boardgames, because it will be a 3D multiplayer boardgame with short rounds, no time for nonsense here.

But I' m not giving up on City Game Studio, I'm still here to answer questions and add features. By the way, version 1.5 will only add features that have been made on github. Thanks to you, your support and your ideas, City Game Studio is a much more complete game than expected. Not only competition, but also multi-studio management, micro-management and macro-management. In addition to creating your own consoles, you can also create your own dematerialized store, import your logos, hack competitors, negotiate console licenses, answer interviews. City Game Studio contains dozens of hours of gameplay, and has an incredible replayability, for all this I thank you all!

I let you enjoy this new version of City Game Studio, have a great day,

xoxo
Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Features[/h3]

• Custom platforms: Can submit dev kits to the competition
  
• Modmaker: Load existing mods (including JSON files)
  
• Can buy/sell competitors shares

• Optimize CGS for a very large number of employees (over 2k employees)

• Prevent mods to rewrite english translations

• Competitors price: include studio prices to the competitors value
  
• Custom platforms: Rebalance marketing campaigns
  
• Custom platforms: Rebalance platforms quality
  
• Contract: Rebalance reward

• Mortgages: When a mortgage is too important, it leads to an invalid amount
  
• Custom platforms: Custom platforms were not counted as player's platforms
  
• Ads: Ad banners and Ad popups were inverted
  
• Button long click: Fix an issue preventing the button to be double clicked
  
• Creating new game: Replace the selected difficulty by a placeholder if there is no difficulty selected
  
• Mod creation: Mods cannot overwrite their own english translations
  
• Game engine: Duplicated features
  
• Studio: Bug when selling its first studio

• Improve es translations (Thanks to rsf92)
  
• Add ja translations (Thanks to Shimenawa)

Hi,

I would like to thank all of you who have played City Game Studio lately. Indeed, many of you contributed to improve the game and gave me a lot of ideas.
After 4 weeks, v1.3.0 is now available, with a lot of improvements.

Without further ado, let's talk about it.

[h2]Remake & Remaster[/h2]

I believe it' s one of the first suggestions that came up on the github. Since the original post didn't detail the implementation of a remake, then I was free to design one.
The process of making a remake is different than making a game or for that matter porting a game onto another platform. What you do when you remake a game is to enhance the features that were implemented at the time, rather than modify the original game. Thus, remaking an old game should be a profitable operation if the game engine has improved enough in comparison to the original game.
You can remake an old indie ASCII game into a stunning 3D game with state-of-the-art features. All that matters is that the players get a kick out of it.


[h2]Starting a game[/h2]
Following City Game Studio's launch, we received a lot of feedback about the difficulty of the game. Some felt the game was too challenging and others still felt it was too easy. As a result, starting a new game has been revamped to make room for a new difficulty panel. I was inspired by other games to implement this interface.

The purpose of this interface is to highlight that there' s more than only one difficulty level, and those difficulties are different.


[h2]Closing words[/h2]
With v1.3.0, City Game Studio is taking another step towards the end of major updates. We still have to review the competitors and custom consoles, which will be part of v1.4.0. Afterwards, there might be another major update, although nothing is certain at the moment, so I' d rather be fully honest with you about it.

In the meantime, this version 1.3.0 brings a lot of fixes and visual improvements that I hope you will appreciate.
Feel free to join the discord to tell us what you think.

Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Features[/h3]

• Game creation panel: Add remaster
  
• Game port panel: Add remaster ports
  
• Add end-game content: Auto-generated conventions for post-2020

• Company logos prefab: add more prefabs
  
• Leaderboard score: Adjust the final score accordingly to the difficulty

• Game creation panel: Move the post-mortem sub-section to the history panel
  
• New game: Add a new difficulty panel

• Game engine graph can be closed more than once (leads to a crash)
  
• Game creation: Specialiss were not reset on sequels
  
• Game creation: Missing producers leads to a degraded behavior
  
• Company list panel: Stars were not properly rendered
  
• Concurrent creation: The same competitor might appear more than once
  
• Concurrent creation: using mods might lead to a random crash
  
• Random crash (rare)
  
• Concurrent game engines: Remove old game engines from the game engine panel
  
• Concurrent buy each other: Keep tracking trade-publishing deals
  
• Events with marketing: If there is no game available it might trigger an error (hidden)

• Improve de translations (Thanks to ekim1991)

Hello folks!

Based on your suggestions, version 1.2.0 contains a lot of unexpected changes.
One of them is the ability for competitors to pop up mid-game, thus enhancing the gameplay experience. There are also other minor changes, such as zooming in on the studio or the city map or the email notification animations.

I'll keep it short, and talk about the most important changes

[h2]Competitors fight back[/h2]

A specialist has arrived, Moss, always seeking for the latest technologies and mastering his subject perfectly, he will warn you as soon as a competitor attacks a game of yours. Of course it's up to you to play and click furiously to protect your game.

[h2]Adaptable studios[/h2]

Many people asked for it, and rightfully so. Being able to reattach a studio to a different project on demand. Let's say you've started developing an indie game, but some new technology has just been released. Well, you can now re-assign your studio to work on your game engine! Once the game engine is ready, you can resume the game' development.

[h2]Closing words![/h2]
The changelog is available at the bottom of this post. Concerning the future of City Game Studio, we are getting close to the end of the roadmap since there are still a couple of major updates left (and maybe more, it remains to be seen).

After City Game Studio, when the time comes I will talk about my next project, and I think you will be pleased !

I hope you'll enjoy this update,
Have a great day,

Xavier aka Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2][h3]Features[/h3]

• Competitors can crack your games
  
• Can change the studio assigned to a game/trade publishing offer or a custom platform on the fly
  
• Can change the studio assigned to a contract
  
• New competitors will appear if there is less than 6 on the city map

• Change the camera zoom behavior
  
• Sandbox mode: Set currency to 999 999 999 999 999 $ (you cant lose)
  
• Achievement: sign an exclusivity deal of 96 months for the Joycast

• Improve the tooltip for game price
  
• Rework a little bit the currency/fanbase and server buttons from the bottom menu
  
• Notifications items won't bounce anymore
  
• Add a delete all messages from the main game scene
  
• Revamp the university training panel
  
• Add tooltip to the specialist employee panel

• Some competitors couldn't make any games

• Improve ru translations (Thanks to AftarNika)

Hello fellow gamers!

It's been a whole week since City Game Studio left Early Access, and it is already the 3 update.
I want you to have the best gaming experience so I will keep working on the game as long as I get constructive feedbacks from Discord, Steam and Github.

[h2]Changelog[/h2][h3]Misc[/h3]

• Game creation: Don't reset the game size when changing producer/studio list
  
• Add a button to unassign an employee
  
• Add a tooltip to the contract panel
  
• Game name generator: Remove (and replace) offensive combinations
  
• Unlock all the difficulties but add a tooltip explaining that some of them are uite difficult and shouldn't be played if it is your first game

• RTS/Fantasy is a Good match
  
• Studio productivity cannot go higher than 200%

• Black screen rendering issue (rare)
  
• Theme panel: Don't change the theme when nothing has been selected

• Improved ru translations(thanks to AftarNik)

Hello,

I can not say it enough, many thanks for being here, for playing City Game Studio, I thought we would not reach more than 200 players when I write the first line of code. Yet today you are tens of thousands and it touches my heart.

You are so many to give me feedbacks and suggestions to improve City Game Studio. So I do my best to offer you the best game experience. You probably noticed a lot of mini updates during this week, so let's talk about them in detail.

Spam emails have been revised, and a tooltip added to explain how to mark an email as spam. I believe this is long overdue.

When you start a new game, the game selects the easiest difficulty and leaves you free to take any difficulty. I was short sighted because if it's your first game, it's better to play on easy, then the higher difficulties become unlockable once you finish the game.

Also, the number of points required to complete a game is now indicated at the conception stage with a tooltip that explains how it is calculated.

For games that have already been released, the number of updates is now indicated as well as the date of the last update.

Console marketing panel has been redesigned to allow you to fine-tune marketing campaigns with a single click.

I will continue to work on City Game Studio to deliver the best possible gaming experience.

I wish you a great weekend
Best wishes
Xavier aka Binogure

Hi everyone!

A special thanks because so many of you have bought City Game Studio. Your enthusiasm warms my heart! Thus, I'm going through all the reviews, streams and youtube videos to find the bugs and other possible improvements!

Firstly, it's a minor update that adds flags on the main menu for the supported languages of the game. The button was not clearly visible and by adding these few images the problem should be solved.

Another minor bug that greatly unbalances the game. Publishing a game sequel was greatly detrimental to the quality of the game produced and could turn your game into a disaster. Please rest assured that this bug is fixed and I'm sorry I didn't see it before.

Among other things, wage increases have been fixed, as you may have noticed. Also Competitors can now buy each other out, and also get more studio, previously a bug was blocking this from happening.

One last annoying glitch, the information tooltip that tells you how to place items in a studio disappears correctly. Very sorry for that.

Thanks again for the warm welcome you gave to City Game Studio, I wish you a great evening,

Xavier aka Binogure

Hello everyone!

In 2017, City Game Studio marked the beginning of my first adventure as an independent developer. Released in 2019, after approximately 2 years of development, several playtests, a closed alpha and many hours of work, it was a worldwide success... actually a complete success for me who had just launched my first game on Steam.

And you all were amazing. So many of you have supported me, clearly it helped me to continue the development until now. Quite honestly it's been hard to keep working on the same project for so many years, 4 years altogether.

Initially, City Game Studio's development was supposed to end in 2020, so after 3 years of development it should have left the early access. However, an unexpected intervention from one of the pillars of the French Twitch game community came up. As a result of this much welcomed event, sales went up and the community grew spontaneously, this resulted in a significant positive effect on City Game Studio. I would like to thank Domingo and the team that works with him.

This happened a year ago, and today I'm proud (relieved too?!) to announce that City Game Studio is finally fully released!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcRDBdvtuVQ

[h4]What is coming now?[/h4]
v1.1.1 is already in the pipeline, and I hope to continue working on City Game Studio until the TODO list is empty. It should take me a few more months.

[h4]Alright, so what happens next?[/h4]
Honestly I wish I could tell that I will publish another game, or that I will continue to work on City Game Studio, or that there will be free DLC, but at this point I don't know.

[h4]And then?[/h4]
I don't know how to project myself for more than 6 months, but I can tell you that I'm not done making games and that the next one might surprise you (and please you it would be nice anyway).

Thanks for reading and for being there,
I wish you a great day
Binogure

Hello everyone!

I hope you are as excited as I'm to see the release of City Game Studio just around the corner.
So without further ado I bring you the most recent features that come with the v1.1!

[h2]A terminal to cheat[/h2]

I think this is the most eagerly awaited feature. Cheating. You have to press F1, this opens a console. You can either click on the underlined texts or type them directly into the console. We begin with the help command, which lists the available commands. Next, use list-models to list the modifiable elements of the game. To get more information about a particular element, type help fanbase to get help for the element fanbase (this is only an example).

[h2]Market research[/h2]

Marketing managers help you to better master a game genre or a game console. Given a certain investment of time and money, you get crucial information to create better games.

Just imagine what you could do if you were able to train your employees as well? Oh well, you don't have to be imaginative anymore because it is already possible to train your employees


[h2]Train your employees to perfection[/h2]

Prior to training employees you need a large financial budget to build a university that will house classrooms dedicated to the training of potential prodigies. Naturally this makes City Game Studio much easier, so this feature requires a lot of funding.

In short, as soon as the university is built, select the workers to train, type and duration of the training session, after 2 minutes it's done.


[h2]Shop overhaul to furnish studios[/h2]

Interface has been enhanced to provide a more fun and accessible way to buy and furnish studios. For example, furnishing a sudio is easier because the furniture list is still displayed while placing the furniture. Also, there is a category system that is easier to navigate.

[h2]Other improvements[/h2]

When you open City Game Studio for the first time you can be somewhat surprised. The game wants to be intuitive and easy to understand. Yet there was a little something missing, almost nothing, but here it is now. Tooltips that explain what's happenning, how to do things, or what to do.


There are also other small changes that consist in adding links between panels. Instead of having to search opening different menus, you can switch from one menu to another if menus are linked together. For example by clicking on a human resources manager you can access the employee schedule. Or by clicking on an employee you can access the training panel. This will make you feel more comfortable and easier to navigate in City Game Studio, I'm sure.

That's it, this update is huge and contains a lot of additions, so I made it as simple as possible. If you want to know more about it, I invite you to read the Changelog which is below.

Have a great weekend,
Binogure xoxo

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Feature[/h3]

• Add in-game console, press F1 to toggle it once in game.
  
• Add universities
  
• New training: Generic training (Design/development/polish training)
  
• New training: Specific training (only one of Design/development/polish training)
  
• Mods: An event can now trigger another event
  
• Market research: Marketing manager can run Marketing research

• Add pagination to the top sales item
  
• Add release date to the history panel for non-discontinued games
  
• Add new studio type to buy
  
• When buying a new studio it automatically open the shop
  
• Improving the custom platform pricing spinbox
  
• Game Engine: Add more visual feedback when updating a game engine
  
• Console manufacturing costs red if it is not profitable (regarding console price)
  
• Add Spam filter red color (to prevent too many spams)
  
• Add a way to mark as spam a notification
  
• Studio panel: Select all/Select nothing button
  
• Autosave interval (2, 4, 8 and 16 minutes, disabled)
  
• Add popups that explains how the game works
  
• Platform: Added Skylight 11 and Linux Kernel 5+

• Fix match between adventure genre and Skylight 7
  
• Studio size limitation
  
• VBox series V: boost CPU/GPU capabilities
  
• Skylight 11: Adjust market share
  
• Gamestation 5: Adjust market share
  
• Vbox series V: Adjust market share
  
• Grantendo Swap: Adjust market share
  
• Rework competitor (let them grow faster too)

• Fix freeze when you release more than 10k games
  
• Fix the gameport issue (cannot unselect a platform that has not been released yet).
  
• Send the staff on holiday button is not reseting in the studio manager panel
  
• Number of attended convention not updated
  
• Custom console button not unlocked at the right time.
  
• Game is freezing with a huge save game (over 70Mb)
  
• Fix steam achievement (game score over 100)
  
• Mod: Custom difficulty crashes
  
• Unlocking game genre by spying didn't unlock any steam achievement
  
• Uniq game genres were not automatically unlocked once discovered
  
• Mod list: Sort mods by name is not working properly
  
• Custom platform: Sell a negative number of unit (rare)

• Improved zh translations(thanks to SteveThreenoon)
  
• Improved ko translations (thanks to tomas966)

Hey all!

I wish you all the best for this beautiful 2021 summer. As for me, I'm working on delivering the greatest version of City Game Studio ever.

Having said that, let's move on the big news: City Game Studio will launch on August 24th 2021. To celebrate the occasion I teamed up with Conciliator on a new trailer ('`)/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcRDBdvtuVQ
I was amazed and delighted to see so many players of City Game Studio 1.0. Recall in February 2019, the first-ever version was barely available and already I posted updates with new content. Coming soon City Game Studio will be out of early access, I will keep on releasing updates to add new stuff.

Finally, the City Game Studio version 1.1 is almost ready and you can taste it already by switching to the unstable Steam branch. For that open the Steam library, right click on City Game Studio, select Properties then Betas and finally select Unstable.

That's all for today, we'll see you soon for new content.
Binogure

[h4]Community mods selection:[/h4]
If you are looking for more content, I recommend the mod Beahl Megapack.

Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

Hello folks!

Yesterday I released the v1.0, and today already the v1.0.1, which contains only bugfixes!

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Bugfixes[/h3]

• Buying out a competitor might lead to a crash
  
• when a competitor buys another competitor it might lead to crash
  
• Adding sound effects to some buttons

Hello everyone!

This is it, we're in business. City Game Studio is moving to version 1. For you who are just discovering City Game Studio you need to know that the journey began on 2019 when v0.12.0 was launched on Feb 21st.

Since then, City Game Studio has been showcased at prestigious events such as Montreal ComicCon 2019 and DreamHack 2019. All of this happened thanks to the Gameplay Space which helped me organizing playtest sessions, attending many conferences and other social events.

All those events made it possible for City Game Studio to reach maturity and indirectly to release version 1. But before speaking about the future of the game, first let's have a look at the content of this update.

Console overhaul

Creating a console is quite intuitive, but selling a console is a challenging task. The algorithm which calculates the sales of consoles has been completely revised, even if there are still tweaks to do, it is much more pleasant to build your own console now. Moreover you can manage a marketing campaign dedicated to your console. Be careful though, because a successful console can put you out of business if its selling price is lower than its manufacturing costs.


To inform you about the latest news, a new notification appears. It is about new components available for game consoles design. It includes a short message, with an image of the component concerned.

Interface revision

There is much to say about it. Firstly, the 1983 krash is really hard on you. So I made things a bit more clear by adding useful information to the post-mortems. Apart from that, I've added color codes and tooltips to distinguish the profitable consoles from the others. On top of that, I added an algorithm that automatically selects the profitable consoles instead of the ones that are affected by the crash of 1983. These welcome changes will help you publish profitable games.


Post-mortems are important, and their content is even more important because it helps you understand how to make good games. That's why game reports also make a brief statement when you don't use all the capabilities of a console. Handy!


Since 2019, City Game Studio's interface has been revamped 3 times. Yet one panel had never been redone until today. This panel was the summary of the sales of a game when a game is withdrawn from the market. City Game Studio being a management game, I decided to put some statistics and accounting details. I hope you will like it!


Many of you have been asking for it, and for a while already. It took me a while to set it up properly but you can browse your old creations while you develop new games. It's really convenient as it helps to better adjust the gauges when making games.

Miscellaneous changes

When you create your first console you like to publish many games to it. In order to make it more accessible, you can have several publishing offers at the same time. All it takes is a ton of money.


Many of you have also asked for this change. Being able to port a game to multiple consoles at the same time. So instead, I've implemented a system that lets you create a game port list. Gone are the long moments of selecting one by one the game consoles, now in a few clicks you can port your games across as many compatible and available platforms as you want.


One last change, minor this time. It consists in adding a basement to the city map. It took me 5 minutes to do and I like the effect.

Closing words
I really hope that you enjoy this update, at least I had a lot of fun and I'm not hiding it from you, I also had to work hard on some features.

The first version is complete, and I' ve already started to work on the second one. The real question is when do I stop working on updates?
I honestly don't know. I have another project in mind. For the moment I focus on City Game Studio while working on this new project on the side.

That's all for today, see you soon on the networks.
Twitter - Youtube - Reddit - Discord

Sincerely
Binogure

Changelog[h2]Feature[/h2]

• Mod support: Platform manufacturing (add new components)
  
• Platform manufacturing: the more it sells the lower the manufacturings costs are.
  
• Platform manufacturing: add marketing campaigns
  
• Platform manufacturing: can assign a marketing manager to boost sales
  
• Platform manufacturing: add Steam achievements
  
• Game engine: add Steam achievements
  
• When you accept an exclusive offer, you lost the distribution right, so you cannot discontinue the game.
  
• Rework the mortgage algorithm and add a tuto when you are not profitable for a long time
  
• Gameport: queue several gameports
  
• Competitors can buy each others

• Change cursor to a hand when something is click-able
  
• Improve panel rendering
  
• Custom platform: Improve labels
  
• Custom platform: Add a discontinue panel
  
• Custom-platform: Add catalog game list
  
• Reset game filters if there is no game available (30 seconds delay)
  
• Release button: When grayout out, explain why the game cannot be released
  
• Game creation: Revamp the discontinue panels
  
• Game creation: Add a popup to check the previous game
  
• Game creation: Add game name while making the game
  
• Game creation: Can unlock game genre from the kickoff panel
  
• Market crash: Add more tooltip and unselect the default platform
  
• Staff list: Add a gradient to the employee capacities
  
• In dev panel: Add a "Release everything" button
  
• In dev panel: Show the catalog size of custom consoles
  
• Platform panel: Add informations about availability
  
• Downscale menu, in dev panel, release panel, notifications panel

• Custom platform: Rework the sale algorithm
  
• Custom platform: Magazines don't color the platform
  
• Custom platform: GOTYs don't count
  
• Idle employee won't consume their energy anymore
  
• Game port: Balance the game port score computation
  
• Reset the default difficulty
  
• Trade-publish offer: Limit has been removed, you can publish as many trade publishing offer as you wish
  
• Custom platforms: Announce new component (notification)
  
• Custom platforms: Announce manufacturing costs (notification)
  
• Conventions: Can change the stand size while attending a convention
  
• Leaderboards: Change the way the score is uploaded (you can send score even if you made an advanced game)
  
• Custom platforms: Update the difficulty schema (impact mods)
  
• Add launch option (`-output_latency`)
  
• Worldmap: Add ground
  
• Gameport: add pagination to the gameport panel (optimisation)
  
• Post-mortem: add pagination to the post-mortem panel (optimisation)
  
• Post-mortem: add more information to the game report

• Custom platforms: Add missing translations
  
• Custom platforms: No cartridge available before 1980
  
• Custom platforms: Selecting a new component might not work properly
  
• Mod support: Loading a mod for custom platforms doesn't work properly
  
• Custom logo: No longer store the same logo twice
  
• The game over panel won't break anymore
  
• Loadgame: Fixed a random crash while loading a savegame (rare)
  
• Linux: Crackling sound (updated Troubleshooting guide)
  
• Fix scrollbar issues (freeze)
  
• Random crash when entering a new game name
  
• Fix font rendering issue

• RU: Improve translations (Thanks to Riken and KamemaruTr and FolioNov9m)
  
• KO: Improve translations (Thanks to LIMECAKE)
  
• ZH: Improve translations (Thanks to zsh2401)
  
• DE: Improve translations (Thanks to MichiShyGuy)

Hey,

Another really small update for the default version of City Game Studio.
This time it is a fresh build of City Game Studio without any delta build. It leads to a faster and a more stable verson.
[h2]Steam beta branch[/h2]
Meanwhile, I'm still working on the upcoming version, which is the v1.0.
The more I work on it, the more I keep adding new features. Feel free to try it out already on the unstable steam branch. The unstable Steam branch is the bleeding edge version of City Game Studio.
If you want to play the very latest version of the game, follow these steps:

• Go to your Steam Library
  
• Right-click on City Game Studio and select "Properties"
  
• Go to the tab marked "Betas"
  
• In the drop-down box, select "unstable"
  
• Wait for the game to finish updating, you should see the branch name listed after the game name.

Hello fellow gamers,

Long time no see! I'm busy working on the very next update which is going to be the v1.0, it'll include a lot of cool stuff. Such as marketing campaigns and mod support for custom platforms, new Steam achievements, a better UI...

However I published a minor update for the v0.34.1 because City Game Studio is a bit too hard. So I took a whole day to balance the gmae. Meanwhile, I fixed an audio bug for Linux. If your sound is crackling please you can adjust the -output_latency to 50 by setting a launch option. If it doesn't work you can also try to adjust the -mixer_latency

That's all folks!
Regards
Binogure

Hey folks,

I've been busy reading your feedbacks and working on the very next update. However, I also receive few bug reports, so this update is about fixing them all while improving a bit of the UI (it is a very light update).

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Bugfixes[/h3]

• Can open the digital store even if it is not yet available
  
• Can publish an update for a trade publishing game
  
• Cannot list all the controllers available for the custom platforms
  
• Mod: mod without custom icons throw an error

• Improve hold to click button rendering

Hello everyone!

Thank you for joining us, for purchasing and playing at City Game Studio. Thanks because it's been two years now since I can work full time on City Game Studio, thanks because it's been two years since many of you have been coming to play and sharing your ideas and suggestions.

I'm not going to go through all the features that have been added over the last two years, you probably already know them. However, I'm going to tell you about the many new features that come with v0.34.0.

[h2]When is v1.0.0, and the end of early access?[/h2]
I know you're all wondering when v1.0.0.0 will be released? Well it's coming soon, and to give you more details, here is the list of stuff I have to finish before releasing v1.0.0.

• Mod Support: Add/rename component for custom platforms
  
• Custom platform: Add a discontinue panel
  
• Custom platform: Add a notification when a new component is available
  
• Digital store: Rework the feature panel
  
• Game creation: Add a button to see previous game mades (same genre)
  
• Competitors: Add the ability for a competitor to buys out other competitors

• Console manufacturing
  
  [h3]UI[/h3]
  • Improve background rendering
    
  • Rework the theme selection panel
    
  • Rework the game over panel
    
  • Salary increase: More detailed notification
    
  • Digital store: Add a tooltip to the platform support panel
    
  • Improve UI globally (slight gradient)
    
  • Improve tooltips of the main menu
    
  • Specialist: Add a button to hire specialists from the game creation panel
    
  • Game creation: Add a tooltip icon for the workload
  
  
  [h3]Misc[/h3]
  • Clean-up the project (remove 394 unused assets)
    
  • Rework the scene loader
    
  • Add a new difficulty
    
  • Hype: Can reach 100% (and stay at 100% for a month)
    
  • Advanced start: Auto-adjusting money with the starting date
    
  • Digital store: Rework UI
    
  • Digital store: Can enable/disable features
    
  • Digital store: Balance server usage
    
  • Difficulties: Renames (no more easy, normal, hard insane)
    
  • Notifition in game: Open a popup when you have to take a decision or if the email is important
    
  • Cannot open save because it was created with newer version of the game
    
  • Digital store: Rework platform selection panel
    
  • Game genre unlock: Add particles when unlocking a new genre
  
  
  [h3]Bugfix[/h3]
  • Fix oldsavegame issue (concurrent were not using any game engine)
    
  • Re-use nodes for background scenes instead of deleting/creating new ones (random crash)
    
  • Magazines: Improve rendering overall (textures, fonts)
    
  • Game Engine: Remove ids of non-existants features
    
  • Digital store: Fix the server load computation
    
  • Exiting the game might lead to a crash
    
  • Competitor: Can poach employees from a recently acquired competitor
    
  • Mod: When a mod removes a concurrent the savegame is corrupted
    
  • Mod: When a mod removes a theme, the game crashes
    
  • City map: Fix cursor rendering
    
  • Server usage: Wrongly computed when selling a studio full of servers
    
  • Online games: Fix sales computation (there was an exploit to make 10G$ per month)
  
  
  [h3]i18n[/h3]
  • KO: Improve translations (Thanks to LIMECAKE)
    
  • PT-BR: Some translations were missing
    
  • PT-BR: Improving translations (thanks to rafaelfaustini)
    
  • DE: Translate achievements
    
  • RU: Improve translations
    
    

Hello,

You were expecting v0.32.4 and not v0.33.0. Well I am sorry if I disappointed you but this update is way to big so I had to call it v0.33.0!

[h2]Convention rework[/h2]

No more annoying pop-ups that interrupt each September! Now conventions are bundled, which makes the result not bad at all.
Allocating a game to a convention impacts on its rendering, I think it's so cool that I'm thinking of adding illustrations to other panels for upcoming updates.

[h2]Game balancing[/h2]

As you will notice, the game is more challenging. I created a tool that helps me to monitor the different game modes and to forecast the income generated based on the game type, the rating, fans... Thanks to this tool and also to the gamers of the unstable branch I could balance the game. The Easy mode remains almost as it is. On the other hand the other levels of difficulty greatly evolved.

[h2]Game interviews[/h2]

City Game Studio is more challenging. But interviews are there to help you get through it better.
I want to make it clear that any resemblance with real characters is completely fortuitous.

[h2]Closing words[/h2]
Many things have changed in the game, and it will continue to do so. In the next version, v0.34.0, you will be able to make your own game console.
Meanwhile, I invite you to take a look at all the mods available on the Workshop. Many thanks to all of you for your great mods.

Thanks for your great mods,
Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Feature[/h3]

• Add interviews about your games

• Game is more challenging overall
  
• No limit for AAA games
  
• Balancing game sales according to the score and the game size
  
• Adjust contract difficulties
  
• Indie games stays less longer than AAA on the shelves
  
• Competitor: Won't buy out all the available studios, will spare 1 to 4 studios accordingly to the difficulty
  
• Rework GOTY, publishing offers and gameports note computation (less random, more profitable)
  
• Balance game engine creation
  
• Contracts: shows only manageable contracts
  
• Balance game engine profits

• Add a button to edit conventions from the right panel
  
• Bottom menu: Add keyboard shortcut to the tooltips
  
• Bottom menu: Add animation when a button is updated
  
• Staff panel: Add the number of employees
  
• Game creation: Add fanbase requirement for every game size
  
• History panel: Improve the tooltip about capacities produced
  
• Game creation: Release panel has been re-organized (better animations and sound effects)
  
• Staff panel: Add a "Hire & Assign" button
  
• Staff panel: Add studio capacities of the selected studio
  
• Platform panel: Re-organize the panel while porting a game
  
• Rework the gaming conventions
  
• Contract: Reward panel reworked
  
• Contract: Offers panel reworked

• Optimization, the game should load faster and should run smoother overall
  
• Linux: Improve launcher (better logs)

• Digital store/Platform unit sold ratio was wrongly computed
  
• Cannot update/discount a trade-published game
  
• Repair all the items button was not refreshed properly
  
• Game engine: Fix issue with development costs
  
• Mod support: Game might crash if loading too many mods

• Can manage multiple Steam branches (default, unstable and oldstable)
  
• Validation: Translations keys cannot get more than 64 characters

Hello fellow gamers,

Yesterday the better mod support version has been released, and I can tell events needed a better validation. With the v0.32.2, some of the mods won't load anymore because of the validation.

[h3]What does it mean?[/h3]

If a savegame used a mod that doesn't pass the validation anymore, you won't be able to load it. No worries, it doesn't mean that the whole savegame is dead or corrupted, it means the mods needs an update. So I reached the mod creator and we are working on a new version of the mod that will solve everything (even 2020).

Sorry about that, if you experience any crash like those, please join the discord server and DM me.

Cheers,
Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Bugfixes[/h3]

• Improve mod events validation
  
• Fix crash for random notifications
  
• Improve mod translations validation

Hey folks!

I hope everything is alright! You know how 2020 is already, so I'm bringing some good news.

[h2]Improved mod support[/h2]

Are you bored about the conventions names? Let's rename them so, and add new ones! Yup you can add new conventions and rename existing ones! Also, you can add new events that impacts your studios.
Many of you want more feature for the game engine and the digital store. You can now add more feature to the game engine and also more features to the digital store. If you want to, you can add a VR Voxel feature for your game engine.

[h2]Improved save games[/h2]

The load game panel has a Copy button, and you can also add new mods to an existing savegame. Also, when y oucreate a logo for your company, it is saved, so for the next game, you will be able to reuse the very same logo. Isn't it great?!

Last week I submitted v0.32.0, and this update already contains a lot of improvements. So launch City Game Studio and start discovering them all!

Thank you for playing
Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Feature[/h3]

• Mod: Add events
  
• Mod: Add mods to an existing savegame
  
• Mod: Add feature to game engines
  
• Mod: Add digital store feature
  
• Mod: Add/rename conventions
  
• Duplicate savegame
  
• Save old logos

• Manufacturer: Add Linux Avatar
  
• Manufacturer: Add Robinet Avatar
  
• Adjust VBox series V unit sold
  
• Top selling game panel: Show only the first 100th games
  
• Rework the Leaderboards
  
• Employee: Add a hire all button
  
• Validate continue button

• Theme panel: No more sliding over the screen
  
• Mail box: "Empty message" no longer appears when there is one message left
  
• Old savegame: Games and events were not loading properly
  
• Mod: Throw an error when there is no mod while creating/loading a game

• Postpone the mod loading
  
• Postpone the last save game loading

Hello everyone!

I'm glad to see you for this new update, which I hope you'll like as much as I do! There is a lot of content, and good content, let's have a look at it together!

[h2]Mods support[/h2]

You have read correctly, you can create mods for City Game Studio. There are already a lot of them and you can already use them! That's really great.

For those of you who want to create your own mod, I've set up a tool that should make it easy for you. I call it the ModMaker, it allows you to create mods by filling out a form. For those who are more code-oriented, you can also create mods based on the documentation.

Mod support allows you to add and rename consoles, console manufacturers, indie companies and competitors. It also allows you to add new translations, new difficulties, new game speeds, new maps or new themes.

[h2]New consoles[/h2]

It's 2020, this wonderful year brings us a lot of new consoles. You will see appearing the Gamestation 5 of Deny as well as the VBox Series V of Minisoft. The most recent consoles have been adjusted with more recent data (which allows us to have a more balanced market share).

[h2]Other improvements[/h2]

That's not all, I've also added JPG format support for logos, and also a better interface to navigate through the files. The game porting panel now gives you information on platform compatibility, which will help you know if porting will be profitable or not. Other improvements include being able to select all the features of a game engine at the time of its creation or being able to reduce all the details of the games on sale with a single click.

[h2]The final word[/h2]
I haven't detailed all the features, improvements, optimizations and fixes here, but you can find them in the detail of changes (a little below). Be aware that there are many of them and that City Game Studio should better support big games (with more than 1000 employees).

Regarding Mods support, a version v0.32.1 is in preparation, and it will contain interesting features.

In short, I don't say more, I wish you an excellent game, enjoy this update, and see you soon for the next one!

xoxo
Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Feature[/h3]

• Add Mods uploader
  
• Mod: Add/rename platforms
  
• Mod: Add/rename concurrents
  
• Mod: Add/rename manufacturers
  
• Mod: Add theme
  
• Mod: Add translations
  
• Mod: Add/rename indie companies
  
• Mod: Add custom difficulty
  
• Mod: Add custom game speed
  
• Mod: Add custom map size
  
• Mod tool maker
  
• Mod dependencies
  
• Platforms: Added Gamestation 5 and VBox series V

• Improve UI for file dialog
  
• Add JPG/JPEG format for company logos
  
• Add a hand pointer for the dialogs and clickable texts
  
• Add speed to the game speed list
  
• Game engine: Add a select all button and better tooltips
  
• Reduce all the chart of the release panel with a single button
  
• Platform compatibility feedback

• Design icon was dispayed instead of the development icon
  
• Selling an item was not giving you back the money
  
• Some notifications were not sorted correctly
  
• OSX: Crash when negotiating with competitors
  
• Several minor fixes

• Improved stdout handling (Windows only)
  
• Graphic settings: Add auto adjustement option
  
• Optimizations for very large companies

• Coffee machines and vending machines have monthly costs (750$ month)

Hello folks,

Since I haven't published anything for about a month now, I though it would be great to give you an update about the Mod Support! I'm really excited about it! So let's talk about the technical challenges implied by this feature!

[h2]Steam API[/h2]
Sadly, there was no working Godot Engine library that supports the Steam Workshop.
So I forked the most used and implemented the steam workshop.
Feel free to use it, but since it needs a 64 bits supports, you might want to use the custom version of Godot Engine I made. Since Godot Engine is free and open source, everybody has access to its source code, which is really convenient!

[h2]GDScript integration[/h2]

What is GDScript?
Now the Steam API is exposed to GDScript, I started implementing the Steam Workshop in City Game Studio.


I spent several weeks designing a state machine that returns human readable error messages.
func get_error_description(error_code):
if error_code == E_RESULT_OK:
return 'Success.'
if error_code == E_RESULT_FAIL:
return 'Generic failure.'
if error_code == E_RESULT_NOCONNECTION:
return 'Your Steam client doesn\'t have a connection to the back-end.'
if error_code == E_RESULT_INVALIDPASSWORD:
return 'Password/ticket is invalid.'
if error_code == E_RESULT_LOGGEDINELSEWHERE:
return 'The user is logged in elsewhere.'
[...]


So far City Game Studio can create, update, delete, validate and download mods.
Since I'm a solo developer I went deeper and I added a Mod API version to City Game Studio. The version number is automatically added when you create a new Mod. In case a mod uses an older version of the Mod API, it will be automatically disabled to avoid data corruption or crashes.
It means that City Game Studio downloads/validates a mod when you create/update one, but also when ou enable one. I think it is more convenient that way, because you won't have to deal with mods compatibility.

[h2]Is it ready yet?[/h2]
Not yet but soon. So far I have integrated 4 of the 10 schemas.
[table][tr]
[th]Schema[/th]
[th]State[/th]
[/tr][tr]
[td]Rename/Add platform[/td]
[td]DONE[/td]
[/tr][tr]
[td]Rename/Add manufacturer[/td]
[td]DONE[/td]
[/tr][tr]
[td]Rename/Add competitor[/td]
[td]DONE[/td]
[/tr][tr]
[td]Add theme[/td]
[td]DONE[/td]
[/tr][tr]
[td]Add InApp-Purchase[/td]
[td]TO DO[/td]
[/tr][tr]
[td]Add marketing campaign[/td]
[td]TO DO[/td]
[/tr][tr]
[td]Add furniture[/td]
[td]TO DO[/td]
[/tr][tr]
[td]Add custom difficulty[/td]
[td]TO DO[/td]
[/tr][tr]
[td]Add feature to the digital store[/td]
[td]TO DO[/td]
[/tr][tr]
[td]Add feature to the game engine[/td]
[td]TO DO[/td]
[/tr][/table]

[h2]How do I make a mod?[/h2]
It is not yet implemented A page of https://www.city-game-studio.com/ will be dedicated to that.
Let's take an example. You want to rename a platform. So you open the website, go to the Mod creator, and click on Rename platform.
Then you select the platform, enter its new name (you can also change the manufacturer). Once done, you download a zip file. Then you launch City Game Studio, click on Mod, select the zip file and you are good to go.

Note:
Zip file contains clear text, so if you want to create mod manually you will be able to do so.

[h2]Closing words[/h2]
I'm thrilled about the Mod support, and I think you will be able to make mods manually by the end of October. I wish I could release it sooner, I'm sorry about that delay.
Indeed I had several mandatory appointments that I couldn't skip, plus I wanted to release Sneak In on Steam just after the Steam Game Festival

Thank you for your time
Regards
Binogure

Hello folks!

I've been busy working on the next update, which is the workshop support. Meanwhile you reported few bugs. Oh yes you are great, and Im lucky to have such a loving community!
As a reward, here is a version that fix all the bugs (don't break a man's dream).

The support, is coming along nicely, bug it requires more work. I need time to design it properly then to implement and to test it. I'm gonna post updates on and discord as usual.

Cheers
Binogure

Changelog
[h2]Balancing[/h2]

• Set a threhsold of 300 000 000$ for exclusive offers
  
• Balance salary raise

• Game engines are not listed in the financial report if they don't make money
  
• Employees stop working when replacing desks
  
• Fix issue with charts (not updating correctly)
  
• Normal difficulty: Salary raise is 198%
  
• When making a sequel, doesn't take the right game engine

• Improved ru translations (thanks to Riken)

Hello folks,

For this version I focused on stabilizing City Game Studio, while adding some pretty cool features.

Exclusive offers from console manufacturers

Console manufacturers, who are scrambling to sell their machines as well as possible, will come to you to get exclusivities on your games. They will offer you a large sum of money and a little more visibility when it comes to sales. But on the other hand, you will not be able to publish the game exclusively on other platforms than those of this manufacturer.

Independent games don't interest console manufacturers, so you'll have to make a full-size game to start baiting them. Obviously, the bigger the game, the more likely you'll get exclusive offers.

Anyway, if you want to know all the changes, you can either read the Changelog or just launch City Game Studio and start playing.

Cheers
Binogure

Changelog
[h2]Feature[/h2]

• Publishing offers now implement game engine features and use your default game engine
  
• Manufacturer exclusivity offer

• Steam achievement are not unlocked for advanced games
  
• Game engine: Doesn't select the right game engine when publishing a sequel
  
• Building mode: Cursor shape does not update
  
• Building mode: Cannot drag the camera
  
• World map: Cannot zoom out after buying/renting a studio
  
• Old savegame won't load

Hello folks,

Here comes the v0.31.3, and I think you are going to like it.

New particles

Many of you noticed that after a while, employees stop producing particles. It was meant to be like that. Having too many particles may degrade performance.
Instead of having one particle per point produced, a aprticle can contains more than one point!

Cloudy city

I wanted to add clouds to the city, but no worries, you can disabled them from the options.
You can also disable autosaving from the options

Cusotm pay raise

You don't want to raise the pay of your employees, say no more! however they won't like it, so you better find a way to make your employees happy by buying a lot of coffee machines.

I didn't have time this week to complete the negotiation offers with the console manufacturers, it will be done next week, I'm sorry for the delay.

Anyway, if you want to know all the changes, you can either read the Changelog or just launch City Game Studio and start playing.

Cheers
Binogure

Changelog
[h2]QOL[/h2]

• Grantendo Swap: Adjusted the unit sold
  
• Delete a game engine button is now red
  
• Game Engine: Notify when a concurrent uses your engine
  
• Game Engine: Rework the concurrent algorithm
  
• Autosave is now optional
  
• Game creation: Turn the producer button to red when a producer is needed
  
• Optimize Studio model (better performances overall)

• Cannot release a gameport if the paltform is discontinued
  
• Platform negotiation always select 96 months
  
• Marketing: Marketing campaign durations are doubled

• Employee: Set the pay raise
  
• Add clouds to the world map
  
• Refactor particles

Hello folks,

I've been working on the v0.31.2 for few days now, and it is time to release it.
So what's new in this minor version?


You can now offer money to unlock a platform! And a lot of money, so watch out before offering 10m to unlock a platform!

You can also delete old game engines and there few QOL improvements.
Im gonna keep working on the v0.31.3, so manufacturers will offer you exclusivity for your best games.

Anyway, if you want to know all the changes, you can either read the Changelog or just launch City Game Studio and start playing.

Cheers
Binogure

Changelog
[h2]Features[/h2]

• Add filters to the release panel

• Delete old game engine
  
• Notifications won't disappear while game is paused
  
• Add more the projection units sold during the platform negotiation
  
• Format licence costs while negotiating
  
• Format contracts/trade publishing game according to platform exclusivity
  
• DLC: Add unit sold to the right panel

• Add more option for platform negotiations
  
• Add Rokia manufacturer

• Optimized all the data models
  
• PC/OS platforms can be unlocked with money only
  
• Add/remove loyalty when publishing a game

• MacOS: Fix crash with negotiation/spying competitors
  
• Platforms were released one month ahead

• Improve de translations (Thanks to MichiShyGuy)

Hello,

Thank you for the support you give me, it is frankly encouraging.
I'm going to continue working on City Game Studio, and improve the negotiation interface in the coming days to make it a little more attractive.

Meanwhile, this is a minor version, there are no big changes to present, if you want to know what's new, you can either launch the game or check out changelog. I hope you like it, feel free to join our discord server to talk about it with us!

Have a nice day and a good game
Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Bugfixes[/h3]

• Can place several studios items at once (without collision issue)
  
• Postmortems were not done automatically
  
• Canceling a gameport leads to cancel the game itself
  
• Negotiations are not working in korean and turkish
  
• Conventions: Doesn't list the non-released games
  
• MacOS: Crashes when creating a new game
  
• Negotiation: Crashes when we negotiate with Konosuke Wasa
  
• Cannot release a ready-game if the paltform has been discontinued

• Negotiation: 8 years of exclusivity
  
• Exclusivity won't cancel any games in development

• Improve ru translations (Thanks to Riken)
  ]
• Improve de translations (Thanks to MichiShyGuy)

Hello world!

4 months have passed since the last update, and I apologize for the delay.
Usually I publish one major update per month or every two months on average.
However these last months have not been like the others, for those who follow me on Twitter or who are on the Discord server, as you already know, I've moved to another country. that is why the development of City Game Studio slowed down.

The good news is that I was able to resume the development. Well it's end-of July already, and as promised here is the 0.31.0 update. So today on the menu we have...

[h2]Negotiating with the manufacturers[/h2]

Previously unlocking a game console was straightforward. Simply click on the console and it was all done. From now on, you'll have to negotiate with the manufacturer. The more you work with a manufacturer, the easier the negotiations will be. Of course, the opposite is also true.

[h2]The crash of 1983[/h2]

The first few years in City Game Studio are incredibly easy. To reflect reality, I introduced the video game crisis of 1983. It impacts the first two generations of consoles, which means that from 1983 on, to make profit you'd have to negotiate with a manufacturer.

The 1983 crash has no exact date, it can start in January as well as in December. This suggestion made by Zarys helps to extend the life of the game.

[h2]Developing games on upcoming consoles[/h2]

Many of you have requested this feature, and now you can develop games for consoles that are not yet available. This involves negotiating with console manufacturers, and it makes City Game Studio much more lively.

[h2]Choose the release date[/h2]

This is another request from the community. And from now on you will be able to choose when to publish a game. This comes in handy when you want to synchronize game ports. And it allows you to better manage the marketing campaign.

Now you can start porting a non-released game. However, you can develop game port only for ready games.

There are still many other changes, and for all of them you can either launch the game or read the full list of changes.

I hope you like it, feel free to join our Discord to talk about it with us!

Cheers
Binogure
[h2]Changelog[/h2]

[h3]QOL[/h3]

• IAP: You can now have 16 microtransactions items
  
• Employee details: Add a button to withdraw an employee
  
• Top sales items: Competitors games that are using your game engine are green
  
• Server capacity: Doubled the servers capacities
  
• Add the platform type to the platform panel

• Platform exclusivity (manufacturer negotiation)
  
• Video game krach of 1983
  
• Add new console: Handboy Advance
  
• Balance the Gamestation 2 (boot CPU capacities)
  
• Balance the difficulty
  
• Port a non-published game
  
• Select the release date for a game

• Creating a new game won't take more than 1 second when having more than 1k employees
  
• Server capacity updates have been optimized (can support more then 30 studios)
  
• Gameport/Game/GOTY/Contracts/DLC/update have been optimized (can support more than 1k employees)
  
• Number of particles limited to 10 per employee (no more performance drop on big studios)
  
• Removing useless cast

• Contracts: polish and development icons are swapped
  
• Employee details: Polish/Development icons are the same
  
• Array with accent are not sorted correctly
  
• Adjust game cost and employee productivity to the game speed (slow/very slow)
  
• Game engine: can develop the same feature twice

• Improve de translations (thanks to ekim1991)
  
• Improve es translations (thanks to Redxpert)
  
• Improve pt-br translations (thanks to menguele)

Good morning, everyone,

Many of you have sent messages of encouragement and thanks and I thank you very much for your support! This sudden visibility brought about by Domingo gives a certain boost to the development of the game. A big thank you to him and to the entire community that follows him!

Without further ado, here is an overview of the changes that have appeared in the last 72 hours.

[h2]QOL improvements[/h2]

A ranking of the best companies is now available via a simple click. This will allow you to better target the competitors you want to overtake.

When creating new games, selecting specialists has proven to be tedious in previous versions. From now on with a simple click you will be able to withdraw a specialist and assign him to the game being created.



As usual I describe here only the biggest changes, if you want to know more, you can either launch the game or read the Changelog. I hope you will like this update, and join us on discord to talk about it!

Cheers
Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]QOL[/h3]

• Add tooltips to the game engine creation panel
  
• Add tooltips to the game update creation panel
  
• Postmortems: Unlock platform/genre/theme/targetted audience in priority
  
• Balance the number of copy sold of a game
  
• Balance the random event rate
  
• History panel: If a sequel exists, replace the "Create sequel" button by "Open sequel" button.
  
• Competitor: Add a panel that lists all the competitors (you included)
  
• Specialists: Can withdraw a specialist with a single click

• History panel: Cannot create a sequel if the game has been canceled
  
• History panel: Better feedback on game capacities

Good morning, everyone,

Version 0.30.0 has been deployed yesterday but I wanted to describe the biggest changes with you.

This version introduces new ways to monetize your games. You can sell your games in a conventional way, i.e. with a purchase price or a monthly subscription, and now you can make free to play games and get paid through advertising or microtransactions. The revenues are lower, but your fanbase will grow faster.

[h2]Lootboxes, microtransactions and advertising[/h2]

Beside to advertising revenue, you can also add microtransactions. Three types of microtransactions are available. Cosmetics, which long-time players enjoy. New players love power boosts. And then there are the lootboxes. You decide what's in these lootboxes. You can put in power boosts as well as cosmetics.

[h2]More charts[/h2]

In order to help you make your games more profitable, a new financial details panel has appeared. It allows you to keep track of your players, but also to know how much advertising or microtransactions have brought you back.

As usual I describe here only the biggest changes, if you want to know more, you can either launch the game or read the Changelog. I hope you will like this update, and join us on discord to talk about it!

Cheers
Binogure

[h2]Changelog[/h2]
[h3]Feature[/h3]

• Game engine: Can implement a Microtransaction module
  
• Game engine: Can implement an Ad module
  
• Added: Microtransations
  
• Added: Ads
  
• Financial panel: add unit sold data
  
• Financial panel: add ads revenue
  
• Financial panel: add iap revenue
  
• Financial panel: add ads + iap revenue
  
• Add ability to rename the digital store