The Academy News

Hi guys!
For the last few months, we got a lot of your feedback for both Steam and Mobile versions of the game. First of all, a big thank you to every single one of you who supported us over the last few months. We are a small team, and we've been working hard to bring you the best possible version of the game. Today we are releasing a bigger update with a lot of fixes and we need some help with testing it.

The update is now in open beta, and you can test it by clicking right click on The Academy in the Steam library> Properties > Betas tab > access code is: betatester99 > select Open Beta branch from the dropdown menu.

If you want to report the bug or just hang out with the rest of the community in a more casual manner, we are always available on our Discord.

Here's the list of the major changes:

• Fixed "Hard At Work" achievement
• Fixed "Informed" achievement
• Fixed "Bookworm" achievement
• Fixed "Avid Reader" achievement
• Fixed "Art Attack" achievement
• Fixed "Chocolate Lover" achievement
• Fixed "Local Media Supporter" achievement
• Fixed wrong answer on "Airplane Trails" puzzle
• Fixed placement of the pin in the "Nuclear Disaster" puzzle
• Fixed "Circuit" puzzle
• Fixed screen overlap with camera and backpack opened at the same time
• Fixed "Stone Fragments" puzzle
• Fixed "Masked Dance" puzzle
• "Strange Machine" puzzle can now be solved
• Fixed compass pointer in Day 9
• Fixed sound effect after picking Amy's violin in Day 7
• Fixed sound effect of the earthquake in Day 4
• Fixed sound on the camera when sound is muted
• Fixed grammatical error on the poster in Day 12
• Fixed red and black font in various dialogs
• Fixed bug where bear would disappear in the "East Wing Classroom" in Day 2
• Fixed screen overlap caused by spamming buttons on the Xbox controller
• Fixed bug when photographs didn't appear in the backpack
• Fixed bug where two Doms would appear in the Library at the end of the Day 4
• Fixed wrong answer in Machines Class in Day 5
• Fixed screen overlap with Xbox controller and credits screen
• Fixed bug where Newspaper 3 would accept wrong solution
• Fixed icon for turning in the Newspaper puzzle
• Y button on the Xbox controller doesn’t close inventory anymore when trying to solve puzzle
• Fixed typo in dialog in Day 1 with Dom
• Changed closing of the inventory to B button on the controller
• Fixed bug where icon would still show after turning "Immersion" mode on
• Fixed bug where side mission icon would appear on professor Johnnaton at the end of the Day 7
• Fixed bug where lamp would cover Cornelius during the dialog at the end of the Day 12
• Fixed texture bug where white square would appear in the Strange Fragments notebook after receiving piece of a fragment
• Fixed bug where you receive piece of diary in the inventory
• Decreased sensitivity on the Xbox controller when scrolling vertically through puzzles in the backpack
• Fixed bug where you would see Sam behind Tucker during the dialog at the end of the Day 7
• ...and many more smaller fixes


Thanks for your support and patience!
Pine Team

Hello students!

We wanted to give you a quick update on all the work that's been done on The Academy within its first week of release.

We also wanted to say how sorry we are due to the technical difficulties some of you have reported, which prevented you from enjoying the game to its fullest. We're listening to each one of your suggestions and all of your feedback, and that will help us make the best possible version of this game.



With that in mind, here is the list of fixes included in the two updates we've pushed so far:

• You can now collect a library book #13
  
• You can now invert camera controls
  
• All the achievements are now collectable
  
• You can't have a negative number of hints anymore
  
• Some grammar issues are fixed now
  
• There shouldn't be any puzzles with wrong answers anymore
  
• Strange fragments are now visible in the collectibles menu
  
• You can now collect the "Smart" choco in day 13
  
• The telescope in day 7 now works properly
  
• "Top marks!" message shows only when you have a score of 9 or 10
  
• The game should work smoother now
  
• ... and many more
  

Thank you for playing and for all the feedback, stay tuned for more updates coming your way!

Team Pine

Hello, Students, and Welcome to the Academy!

As the school’s headmistress, it’s my honor to show you some of the features that await you as soon as you enroll. The Academy has always attracted the most curious of minds, so it comes as no surprise that you’re here now. Feel free to come in and take a look around!

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The Academy’s doors are open to all players looking for a real challenge with a captivating story at its core. I truly believe that’s you, and I look forward to seeing you in the school’s hallways.

Attention, students!

We’re proud to announce that The Academy’s doors will open on Steam on the 19th of June. Mark your calendars and get ready for a summer full of puzzles. :)

To celebrate the occasion, we wanted to share with you the announcement trailer that will make the wait a little easier:
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We look forward to seeing you in the school’s halls very soon!

Why hello there, future students!
Since we're so close to the release date, we decided to show you the setting of your next puzzle-filled adventure. Stick around, the school tour is just about to start! We promise it will help make both navigating the school, and the wait till release day a bit easier. :)



[h3]Academy Square[/h3]
The Academy Square holds a special place in the heart of all students not only because it's the first memory of the school for most, but also because of George's famous Cafe. After a delicious cupcake, head to Barbara's newsstand for some tasty gossip (and a puzzle or two…)!



[h3]Great hall[/h3]
The first of many doors our students will open are those of the Great Hall. This marvelous hallway has been the home to all the school's major ceremonies since its inception, 500 years ago.



[h3]Atrium[/h3]
The atrium is undoubtedly the centerpiece of the Academy. It's a place of quiet refuge for all of its students. Under the watchful gaze of the renowned Eternal Tree, students can find instant access to most points of interest, including the library and the student club.



[h3]East & West wings[/h3]
Spread across two floors, the majestic West wing houses the boys' dormitory, as well as several essential sophomore classrooms. They say that "knowledge is light", so it comes as no surprise that both the History and Machines classroom are to be found in the direction of the rising sun.



[h3]Backyard[/h3]
The favorite spot of all nature lovers and sports fans alike, the backyard houses not only the greenhouse but also the school's gym. An important piece of the school's rich history can also be found in the Crypt, situated under the moat bridge.



Already have a favorite spot? Drop by our Discord channel and let us know, we’d love to hear all about it!
And make sure to wishlist the Academy on Steam for more updates and unique features coming your way. We're getting closer and closer to the first day of school, after all. ;)

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1155460/The_Academy/