Gas Station Simulator News

We’ve got a bit of news about the Car Junkyard DLC, and a spanking new updates coming to Gas Station Simulator. Grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and prepare for some (hopefully) entertaining reading!

[h2]Car Junkyard DLC is coming in September 🗓️[/h2]

First and foremost, we know that many of you have been eagerly waiting the grand opening of Car Junkyard next to your splendid gas station. Unfortunately, we have to delay Car Junkyard DLC a little bit. The are two main reasons behind such a decision. We've taken your feedback from the previous releases seriously and with the scope of the project being much bigger than we initially expected, we've decided that we need some more time to deliver the best product possible for you. Having said that, Gas Station Simulator - Car Junkyard DLC is now being slated to release on September 19th, 2024!

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While I understand that for some of you this information might be a disappointment, I'm more than open to hear your feedback which has been invaluable for us in the past. Let the comment section flow with your thoughts and I'll do my best to answer as much as I can. Now, let's talk a little bit about free content and QoL updates coming to Gas Station Simulator.



[h2]Future content update sneak peek 🎬[/h2]

We’ve got a lineup of thematic updates in the works that will inject a hefty dose of freshness into your station. Each update is designed to bring new life and excitement to your game, and we can’t wait to share all the details with you when the time is right. I even got a short sneak peek for you regarding what is coming to Gas Station Simulator. Can you guess what that might be? The stage is yours!



[h2]Stay in the loop 🎙️[/h2]

And that's it for today! So, I'm curious to see your feedback regarding the release date but most importantly spanking new updates coming to your station. We're hard at work to bring you some of the most requested features, and that wouldn't be possible without you, folks! Last but not least, mark your calendars for September 19, 2024, and get ready for the Car Junkyard to open its doors (or gates, or rusty fences — whatever fits the junkyard vibe). I promise it’ll be worth the wait. Until the next devlog!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2782920/Gas_Station_Simulator__Car_Junkyard_DLC/

~Sewek

I’m excited to share the latest updates about our upcoming Gas Station Simulator – Car Junkyard DLC, with a focus on one of the most thrilling features: car customization. I honestly believe that it's gonna be one of the most exciting mechanics in the game, so let’s not waste any more time, and dive right into it, shall we? 🔥



[h2]Customization Overview 🎨[/h2]

Once you've cleaned the desired parts in the Chemical Bath and given the wreck body a thorough scrub with the Grinder, you're ready to embark on the customization journey. Customizing your cars not only adds a personal touch but also influences the car’s overall evaluation, impacting its value and appeal.

Customization is divided into two distinct phases: Design and Assembly. Each phase offers unique opportunities to enhance and personalize your vehicles.



[h3]Design 🤔[/h3]

Every customization begins at the Platform Panel. This interactable station becomes accessible once the wreck body is cleaned. The Interface provides a comprehensive overview of your car. Here, you can see the car's name, dynamic statistics, current price, and tier, all of which update as you add or change parts. The interface includes slots for each car part, clearly marking crucial parts and distinguishing already installed components.

You’ll also see any active contracts, helping you ensure that the parts you select meet specific requirements. For a streamlined experience, there's even a button to automatically add all available parts that match your chosen contract’s requirements. How cool is that? 👀



Express your creativity by selecting from various paint types (metallic, matte, etc.) and painting styles (plain, stripes, etc.). You can apply different colors to different car parts for a truly customized look. When it comes to decals, pick your favorite designs, adjust their position, rotation, and scale, and add them to your car. You can remove decals individually if you change your mind. We wouldn’t call it a customization without those options, right?



Once you're satisfied with your design, you can save the configuration, reset to the cleaned wreck state, or proceed to the Assembly phase.

[h3]Assembly ⚒️[/h3]

In assembly mode, you will use a customisation gun, similar to a spanner. Activate inspection mode with the SHIFT button to see all the interactive parts of the car. Hovering the cursor over these parts highlights them, making it easier to see what you are working on.

To assemble a part, simply left-click while using the customisation gun and the part will be placed in its place. The car colour and decals are then applied, adding the finishing touches.



[h2]Stay up-to-date 📰[/h2]

Unfortunately, as the saying goes “All things must come to an end”. In the end I hope you’ve enjoyed our little sneak peek into the whole customization thingy. I’m curious to see your comments regarding this feature. Your feedback has always been invaluable for us, which is something that we’re so grateful for. I cannot wait to showcase you even more stuff that our production team has been cooking off recently, but for now until the next devlog, fellow gas jockeys! 👋

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2782920/Gas_Station_Simulator__Car_Junkyard_DLC/



~Sewek

• Fixed an issue with missing Ice Cream Stand
  
• Fixed an issue with random planes placed around the map
  
• Fixed an issue that allowed Employees to fix VIP car
  

Welcome to another Gas Station Simulator - Car Junkyard DLC development sneak peek. Today, I’m excited to share some more information about car parts ⚙️ (assembling and disassembling them, how you can make some profit, etc.) as well as the Chemical Bath which is gonna be another spanking new structure that will be introduced with the DLC. Ready to jump in? 🔥



[h2]Chemical Bath ⚗️[/h2]
The Chemical Bath is a brand-new structure crucial for the proper functioning of your junkyard. Designed to wash car parts and prepare them for assembly onto freshly prepared wrecks, it's an essential feature that will allow you to restore some rusty car parts that you find while progressing through the game.



[h2]Chemical Bath Management 📦[/h2]
Chemicals are vital for efficient cleaning. The more concentration, the more efficient the cleaning process is. As you’ve probably guessed, as soon as the concentration drops to 0%, the cleaning process stops. In order to restart the process, you need to first restore the concentration to 100%. Have a quick look at how it looks currently in the game.


[h2]Car Parts Overview ⚙️[/h2]

Car parts play a crucial role in the Car Junkyard DLC. They are obtained from wrecks delivered to the junkyard, and they can used to build a brand-new vehicle. Car Parts can be separated into two categories 👇

• Dedicated Parts: Includes front and rear bumpers, left and right doors, and the hood. These are essential for car customization and they only fit particular car models.
  
• Universal Parts: Includes rims, spoilers, exhausts, mirrors, engines, and turbos. These parts can be used across different car models.
  

Each car part has its own tag indicating which particular requirement (performance or design) it will affect. As you’ve probably already guessed, parts with a performance tag will impact stats such as acceleration, top speed, handling, etc. On the other hand, the ones with a design tag will only impact the car's visuals.



[h2]Stay up-to-date 📰[/h2]

Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end, gas jockeys 😥So, before we finish, let us know in the comment section down below what you think about the idea of chemical bath and car parts. How do you like some spanking new tools that are on their way to Car Junkyard DLC? The more feedback we collect, the better the DLC will be, I promise. Keep those comments coming, and I’ll do my best to answer them. Last but not least, follow us on social media, and add Car Junkyard DLC to your wishlist if you want to stay in the loop of everything Gas Station Sim. Until the next devlog!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2782920/Gas_Station_Simulator__Car_Junkyard_DLC/

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• Employees now earn the correct amount of salary
  
• The Car Wash now works correctly
  
• Customers now correctly react to emptied trash bins.
  
• Full trash bin notification now works correctly