Dinkum News

[p]G’day! everyone![/p][p]October is a month full of festivals and seasonal changes all around the world.[/p][p]In some countries, it’s the season of autumn leaves and harvest, while in others, spring flowers and fresh sprouts are in bloom. Globally, October also brings well-known festivals such as Halloween and the Day of the Dead.[/p][p]For this contest, you can freely choose from October’s representative themes and join in with your own style:[/p]

• [p]Global festivals like Halloween or Day of the Dead[/p]
• [p]Seasonal vibes like autumn harvest and leaves or spring blossoms and sprouts[/p]

[p]Express your take on October’s spirit, capture the moment in a screenshot, and share it in the #oct_snapshot_event channel.[/p][p]Entries selected through community votes and the operations team will be featured in-game during October, so adventurers around the world can enjoy them together.[/p][p]Please see the details below for how to participate:[/p][p][/p][h3]Event Period[/h3]

• [p]UTC: Now - October 15, 6:00 AM[/p]
• [p]PDT: Now - October 14, 11:00 PM[/p]
• [p]AEST: Now - October 15, 5:00 PM[/p]

[h3]How to Participate[/h3]

• [p]Decorate and capture a scene in Dinkum that fits an October theme (festival or seasonal)[/p]
• [p]Upload your screenshot to the #oct_snapshot_event channel on Discord, with a short description of your chosen theme[/p]

[h3]Winner Selection[/h3]

• [p]Top 5 entries with the most pink heart emoji (buff_healregen) votes[/p]
• [p]5 additional entries specially selected by the Operations Team[/p]

[h3]Rewards[/h3]

• [p]Winning screenshots will be featured as in-game loading screens from Oct 25 (Sat) – Nov 3 (Mon)[/p]
  • [p]Dates may be subject to change depending on operational needs[/p]
• [p]Special role(Best Photographer) granted on Discord [/p]

[h3]Winner Announcement[/h3]

• [p]Winners will be announced on Oct 23 (Thu) in the Discord #Server Event channel[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Participation Rules[/h3]

• [p]Images must be under 10MB, at least 1080P, and in JPG/JPEG/PNG format.[/p]
• [p]Winning entries will be used as loading screens between Oct 25 – Nov 3, though dates may be adjusted or extended as needed.[/p]
• [p]Submissions containing inappropriate content or copyrighted material will be removed without notice, and community restrictions may apply.[/p]
• [p]In case of a tie in community votes, the final decision will be made by the Operations Team.[/p]
• [p]Only heart emoji reactions will be counted as valid votes. Other emojis will not be included.[/p]
• [p]Excessive vote solicitation, use of bots, or multiple accounts will result in disqualification.[/p]
• [p]Submissions that use stolen screenshots, heavy edits, or external graphics not related to gameplay will be disqualified (basic brightness/color adjustments are allowed).[/p]
• [p]Entries that are deemed not to fit October’s contest themes (Halloween, Day of the Dead, seasonal vibes, etc.) may be excluded regardless of vote count.[/p]
• [p]Each participant may only enter once. If multiple screenshots are submitted, only the most recent entry will be counted.[/p]
• [p]Winning screenshots may appear slightly different from the original due to adjustments for loading screen specifications. This is part of the normal process, and the original intent of the work will be respected as much as possible.[/p]

[p][/p][p]We’re looking forward to seeing your creative October snapshots! Don’t miss this chance to have your work featured on the in-game loading screen — join now![/p][p][/p][p]See you at the game HooRoo~![/p]

[p]G’day! mate![/p][p]Following the discount promotion we held in June, we’re excited to share the news of our Autumn Sale!
This time, we’re offering the biggest discount since the official launch of Dinkum—so if you’ve been hesitating to pick up the game, now’s the perfect chance![/p][p]And if you’re already playing Dinkum, why not spread the word to your friends so you can enjoy the game together?[/p][p]Please check the details of the promotion below.Developer AMA Information[/p][p] [/p][h3]Dinkum Autumn Sale Details[/h3]

• [p]Sale Period[/p]
  • [p]UTC: September 29, 2025, 05:00 PM - October 6, 2025, 05:00 PM[/p]
  • [p]PDT: September 29, 2025, 10:00 AM - October 6, 2025, 10:00 AM[/p]
  • [p]AEST: September 30, 2025, 03:00 AM - October 7, 2025, 03:00 AM[/p]
• [p]Discount Rate[/p]
  • [p]30%[/p]

[p]※ Please make sure the 30% discount is correctly displayed before purchasing Dinkum.[/p][p] [/p][p]If you’d like to chat about Dinkum or catch up on official updates, visit our Steam community page or the official Discord.
And if you’re enjoying the game, don’t forget to leave us a review on Steam![/p][p] [/p][p]See you in the game, HooRoo~![/p]

[p]G’day! everyone,[/p][p][/p][p]Recently, we have shared various new updates such as Dinkum’s platform expansion and the upcoming update. While we have been gradually delivering these news through official announcements, we believe many of you still have questions about Dinkum’s future direction or upcoming content updates.[/p][p]To help ease some of those curiosities, instead of us just delivering announcements one-sidedly, this time we’ve prepared an opportunity for you to directly ask questions. In particular, when it comes to development-related topics, James, the developer, will personally be answering![/p][p]Also, as a small token of appreciation for your support, those who leave questions through the official Discord will receive a small gift. For those who don’t wish to visit Discord, we will also be collecting questions through a separate Google Form, so please check the details below![/p][p][/p][h3]Developer AMA Information[/h3]

• [p]How to Participate[/p]
  • [p]Official Discord → Visit the event channel[/p]
  • [p]Leave your questions following the provided guide![/p]
  • [p]If you don’t want to participate through Discord, please leave your question using the link below![/p]
    • [p]Dinkum Developer AMA form[/p]
    • [p]Please note that if you participate via Google Form, you will not be eligible for prize draws.[/p]
• [p]Event Schedule[/p]
  • [p]Question Submission[/p]
    • [p]September 26, 2025 ~ October 8, 2025, 23:00 (PDT)[/p]
    • [p]September 26, 2025 ~ October 9, 2025, 06:00 (UTC)[/p]
  • [p]AMA Answers & Winner Announcement[/p]
    • [p]October 16, 2025, 22:00 (PDT)[/p]
    • [p]October 17, 2025, 05:00 (UTC)[/p]
• [p]Event Rewards[/p]
  • [p]James' Choice (5 winners)[/p]
    • [p]A Dinkum gift set will be awarded to those whose questions are personally selected by James.[/p]
  • [p]Random Draw (20 winners)[/p]
    • [p]Among those who left questions, 20 people will be randomly selected to receive Steam Wallet codes.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Event Rules[/h3]

• [p]Each person may participate only once.[/p]
  • [p]If multiple questions are written in a single post, only the first question will be accepted. We appreciate your interest, and we ask for your understanding as this restriction is necessary to ensure smooth event operation.[/p]
  • [p]Please try to keep your questions concise. If a question is too long or complicated, it may be difficult to prepare an answer.[/p]
• [p]Please use English, the default language of Dinkum community channel.[/p]
• [p]If any inappropriate behavior is detected, participants may be disqualified through discussions with moderators and operators. (In some cases, a Discord ban may also apply.)[/p]
  • [p]Please refrain from using profanity, slander, political or religious statements, sexual expressions, or any other content that could cause controversy or discomfort to others.[/p]
• [p]Questions must be related to Dinkum.[/p]
• [p]Winners will be contacted through Discord with further instructions regarding prize delivery.[/p]

[p] [/p][p]So, we hope for your great interest and participation.[/p][p][/p][p]See you in the game, HooRoo~![/p]

[p]G’day! everyone[/p][p][/p][p]Have you been enjoying the last update, “Night Market”? It was the one where a mysterious night vendor appeared at midnight and offered a variety of unique decorative items. Oh… have you already enjoyed it to the fullest and now feel like you need something new? Perfect timing then — today we’re here to share a little about the next update that will be coming soon.[/p][p]In particular, this update will introduce a new type of vehicle and also bring changes to the farm animal system. Since this isn’t just about decorative items, it may even change the way you play the game~! In addition, we’re working on improvements to multiplayer stability and various quality-of-life features based on the feedback you’ve been sending us.[/p][p]So, shall we take a look at some of the new content first?[/p][p] [/p][h3]New Contents[/h3][p][/p][p]The first thing we’d like to show you is the new vehicle — the train. Dinkum already has many types of vehicles, but this train has a unique feature. To run, it needs proper tracks! (Just like in real life… haha.) Of course, you can place the train on areas without tracks, but it won’t be able to move![/p][p]Even with that limitation, the train is the fastest ground vehicle added so far. If the conditions allow, you’ll be able to run from one end of your island to the other without much trouble. We hope you’ll enjoy designing your island in even more creative ways with the train and tracks.[/p][p] [/p][p][/p][p]A new farm animal is also being added. Its cute appearance, resembling a bandicoot, is quite charming! In addition, there will be some new animals with a somewhat familiar appearance. Details on how to obtain and use these new animals will be shared later in the patch notes when the update goes live. Beyond that, a new system related to farm animals is also on the way, so we ask for your interest and excitement![/p][p][/p][p] [/p][h3]Multiplayer and QoL Improvements[/h3][p]Beyond new content, we are continuing to address long-standing issues that have persisted over time. Multiplayer inconveniences, in particular, have been among the most frequently reported and are a challenge we take very seriously. In this update, improvements to both performance and network quality will be made through a Unity engine update, and we’re looking forward to delivering a more stable and improved online play experience.[/p][p]Additionally, we’re incorporating other quality-of-life enhancements inspired by your feedback. These improvements are all about making gameplay smoother and ensuring you really notice the difference in your play environment.[/p][p] [/p][h3]Future Updates and Development Direction[/h3][p]The update we’ve been talking about is targeted for release in October. Naturally, updates for Dinkum will continue beyond that. While nothing is finalized yet, discussions on new content and system improvements are ongoing. We’ve been exploring ideas like new terrain, maps, vehicles, tools, NPCs, and plenty of other fun things we believe you’ll enjoy.[/p][p]Rather than only showing finished results, we want to be more transparent by sharing the ideas and progress we’re working on. Moving forward, we aim to connect with you more often and more actively. For example, the character Mossy, who recently began streaming on Discord using screen sharing, is part of these efforts. Please see this as another way we’re making sure Dinkum continues to be something we build together with the community.[/p][p] [/p][p]Since today’s post is just a small preview ahead of the official reveal of the next update, we weren’t able to share everything at once. We hope you’ll understand. Work on the update is moving forward each week, and once preparations are complete, we’ll share a more detailed preview in the form of patch notes.[/p][p]Your love and feedback are the driving force behind Dinkum’s growth. We’re always grateful for your support and will be back with you again soon. Until then, we hope you all enjoy your time![/p][p] [/p][p][/p][p]See you in the game, Hooroo~![/p]

[p]G’day! everyone![/p][p][/p][p]DINKUM has grown together with you, receiving much love on PC.[/p][p][/p][p]Now, as we prepare for a new journey where more adventurers can join,
we have prepared an event to share that excitement with the community.[/p][p][/p][p]This event is easy for anyone to participate in, and those who join will be entered into a draw for rewards.[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h2]Event Schedule[/h2]

• [p]Participation Period: September 13, 2025 (Sat) ~ October 19, 2025 (Sun)[/p]
• [p]Winner Announcement: October 22, 2025 (Wed), Discord #server-event channel[/p]
• [p]Reward Distribution: Sequentially from November 6, 2025 (Thu)[/p][p][/p]

[h2]How to Participate[/h2]

• [p]Access the Discord event channel[/p]
• [p]Write a message of expectation or support for Dinkum[/p][p][/p]

[h2]Event Rewards[/h2]

• [p]A total of 20 people will be randomly selected to receive code rewards[/p][p][/p]

[p]For more details and participation, please check the \[Discord event channel][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Thank you always for your support.
We look forward to hearing your voices in the community.[/p]