June 2023 Dev Update
Welcome to the June 2023 Coral Island development update!
Please check out our Steam page to purchase the game and find out more: swg.gg/corstm
This post is part 2 of a 3-part series where we'll be going over the content you can expect to play in the Merfolk & Fall update.
We're planning to release the Merfolk & Fall Update sometime in August 2023.
[h2]Merfolk character reveal[/h2]
Without further ado, let's reveal another character from our Merfolk roster!
Introducing Semeru, the Guard Leader of the Merfolk Kingdom! He is a dateable character, yes. Semeru is all about keeping the Kingdom safe, and he takes his duty very seriously. He resides in the barracks.
[Semeru, the Guard Leader of Merfolk Kingdom.]
Here's the roster of dateable Merfolk characters. We have Semeru, the head of the guard, Denali, the steadfast gatekeeper, and Princess Miranjani.
[h2]Final dateable lineup[/h2]
We’ve finally arrived! Presenting the complete lineup of romance characters for Coral Island, all 28 of them.
[Merfolk romance will come in a post-1.0 update!]
[h2]Spooky festival[/h2]
As Fall approaches, we're getting into the spirit with our Spooky Festival! The townies of Starlet Town go all out for this festival, so it's not one to miss.
[Spooky festival takes place on Fall 28]
This event features Bonk the Skeleton and Ring Toss minigames, an Ogoh-Ogoh parade, a scavenger hunt, and so much more. Don't miss out on the fun!
[Bonk the skeleton.]
[Ring toss.]
Fun fact: The Ogoh-ogoh parade is a vibrant and festive procession held annually in Bali, Indonesia. During this event, giant papier-mâché sculptures, known as ogoh-ogoh, are paraded through the streets to ward off evil spirits before the Balinese New Year, known as Nyepi. It's a colorful and lively celebration that showcases the rich cultural traditions of Bali.
[Ogoh-ogoh parade.]
[h2]Develop ranching equipment[/h2]
Ever wished you could have extra help taking care of farm animals? We've got you covered! The Lab offers a range of Ranching equipment that you can develop to make your tasks easier and more efficient.
Auto Petter: This device will automatically pet your animals when placed inside a coop or barn. Get ready to see some happy faces!
Auto Feeder: No more worries about missing a feeding time. When placed inside a coop or barn and provided with hay in the silo, the Auto Feeder will take care of your animals' meal times.
Auto Collector: This clever contraption automatically collects animal products when placed inside a coop or barn. Just sit back and let it do its thing!
Temperature Machine: Keep your animals comfortable in all seasons. The Temperature Machine regulates the temperature inside a coop or barn, improving animal mood in Summer and Winter.
[h2]Last ranch animal (for real this time)[/h2]
Your final ranch animal, the Llama, will also be available in the upcoming update!
Llama
New barn animal: you can now acquire the Llama at the Ranch! Llama's produce Llama Wool. At the ranch, llamas are sold in pairs, as they are social creatures that thrive with a companion.
[h2]The architect's desk[/h2]
We're thrilled to introduce the Architect's Desk! Harnessing the power of the Giants, this special desk will let you modify and decorate your farm's tiles from a bird's eye view. It's time to unleash your creativity and design the farm of your dreams!
[The Architect desk occupies 2x2 space]
[Move any object on your farm!]
[Moving objects will cost you, best to keep that in mind.]
[h2]Steam deck verified[/h2]
Coral Island is now officially verified for the Steam Deck platform! With this, the game's performance, stability, & user experience is great on Steam Deck. Now, you can dive into Coral Island in the palm of your hand, wherever you go smoothly.
[h2]Charity cosmetic DLC[/h2]
On July 11th, we'll be launching a charity cosmetic DLC! 100% of proceeds will benefit Coral Guardian, a non-profit org with the mission to protect & restore coral ecosystems worldwide. Preserve together!
[Stairway Games x Humble Games x Coral Guardian x You!]
[h2]Backer Updates[/h2]
Founder Statue
Founders! Next month, July 2023, we'll be emailing you about customizing your founder statue. We can't wait to see what type of statue you make.
Name in credits
A friendly reminder to please complete your Kickstarter survey to secure your name in credits. The deadline for submission is July 10, 2023. If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or reach out to our Community Managers on Discord.
[h2]What's next[/h2]
Next month we'll do one more Merfolk reveal; take a sneak peek at the Merfolk Kingdom & storylines, more lab devices, and go over the excavation site!
Thanks for reading,
Stairway Team
Please check out our Steam page to purchase the game and find out more: swg.gg/corstm
This post is part 2 of a 3-part series where we'll be going over the content you can expect to play in the Merfolk & Fall update.
We're planning to release the Merfolk & Fall Update sometime in August 2023.
[h2]Merfolk character reveal[/h2]
Without further ado, let's reveal another character from our Merfolk roster!
Introducing Semeru, the Guard Leader of the Merfolk Kingdom! He is a dateable character, yes. Semeru is all about keeping the Kingdom safe, and he takes his duty very seriously. He resides in the barracks.
[Semeru, the Guard Leader of Merfolk Kingdom.]
Here's the roster of dateable Merfolk characters. We have Semeru, the head of the guard, Denali, the steadfast gatekeeper, and Princess Miranjani.
[h2]Final dateable lineup[/h2]
We’ve finally arrived! Presenting the complete lineup of romance characters for Coral Island, all 28 of them.
[Merfolk romance will come in a post-1.0 update!]
[h2]Spooky festival[/h2]
As Fall approaches, we're getting into the spirit with our Spooky Festival! The townies of Starlet Town go all out for this festival, so it's not one to miss.
[Spooky festival takes place on Fall 28]
This event features Bonk the Skeleton and Ring Toss minigames, an Ogoh-Ogoh parade, a scavenger hunt, and so much more. Don't miss out on the fun!
[Bonk the skeleton.][Ring toss.]Fun fact: The Ogoh-ogoh parade is a vibrant and festive procession held annually in Bali, Indonesia. During this event, giant papier-mâché sculptures, known as ogoh-ogoh, are paraded through the streets to ward off evil spirits before the Balinese New Year, known as Nyepi. It's a colorful and lively celebration that showcases the rich cultural traditions of Bali.
[Ogoh-ogoh parade.]
[h2]Develop ranching equipment[/h2]
Ever wished you could have extra help taking care of farm animals? We've got you covered! The Lab offers a range of Ranching equipment that you can develop to make your tasks easier and more efficient.
Auto Petter: This device will automatically pet your animals when placed inside a coop or barn. Get ready to see some happy faces!
Auto Feeder: No more worries about missing a feeding time. When placed inside a coop or barn and provided with hay in the silo, the Auto Feeder will take care of your animals' meal times.
Auto Collector: This clever contraption automatically collects animal products when placed inside a coop or barn. Just sit back and let it do its thing!
Temperature Machine: Keep your animals comfortable in all seasons. The Temperature Machine regulates the temperature inside a coop or barn, improving animal mood in Summer and Winter.[h2]Last ranch animal (for real this time)[/h2]
Your final ranch animal, the Llama, will also be available in the upcoming update!
Llama
New barn animal: you can now acquire the Llama at the Ranch! Llama's produce Llama Wool. At the ranch, llamas are sold in pairs, as they are social creatures that thrive with a companion.
[h2]The architect's desk[/h2]
We're thrilled to introduce the Architect's Desk! Harnessing the power of the Giants, this special desk will let you modify and decorate your farm's tiles from a bird's eye view. It's time to unleash your creativity and design the farm of your dreams!
[The Architect desk occupies 2x2 space]
[Move any object on your farm!]
[Moving objects will cost you, best to keep that in mind.]
[h2]Steam deck verified[/h2]
Coral Island is now officially verified for the Steam Deck platform! With this, the game's performance, stability, & user experience is great on Steam Deck. Now, you can dive into Coral Island in the palm of your hand, wherever you go smoothly.
[h2]Charity cosmetic DLC[/h2]
On July 11th, we'll be launching a charity cosmetic DLC! 100% of proceeds will benefit Coral Guardian, a non-profit org with the mission to protect & restore coral ecosystems worldwide. Preserve together!
[Stairway Games x Humble Games x Coral Guardian x You!]
[h2]Backer Updates[/h2]
Founder Statue
Founders! Next month, July 2023, we'll be emailing you about customizing your founder statue. We can't wait to see what type of statue you make.
Name in credits
A friendly reminder to please complete your Kickstarter survey to secure your name in credits. The deadline for submission is July 10, 2023. If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or reach out to our Community Managers on Discord.
[h2]What's next[/h2]
Next month we'll do one more Merfolk reveal; take a sneak peek at the Merfolk Kingdom & storylines, more lab devices, and go over the excavation site!
Thanks for reading,
Stairway Team