Hamster Playground News

[h2]Hello there - it's been a while! [/h2]

[h3]You probably thought we abandoned our little, cozy game, right? [/h3]
The thing is, that we didn't. We worked hard to update and upgrade Hamster Playground after the release all this time ago.
So now, the time has finally come, and we can proudly reveal, that the game will leave Early Access next month!

[h3]We can even share the exact date: 11.07.2024[/h3]

We have some important information, regarding leaving Early Access, so please - check all the information below, but first - check out the newest trailer we created for this reveal.

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Right, now it is time for a few important news about Hamster Playground.

• The game will remain free for everyone. This will not change.
  
• There will be paid DLCs, skin packs, and game modes.
  
• Diamonds (our in-game currency) will also remain and will be available for purchase to buy some special, and premium cosmetics in the game.
  
• Everyone who added the game to their library during the EA will be granted a gift from us: you will have 2 game modes (Skateboard Game Mode, and Eating Contest Game Mode) and Ancient Skin Pack available for free in the game.
  

We hope you are as excited about the launch as we are, and you all will revisit the Hamster House, once it is fully released!

Dear Hamster Playground Community,

We want to extend our heartfelt appreciation for your support and enthusiasm for our game. While we understand that you've been eagerly awaiting updates, we wanted to take a moment to provide you with some insights into our current status.


As much as we wish we could bring you constant news of progress, we've encountered a few technical challenges and optimization hurdles along the way. Please accept our sincerest apologies for any delays this may have caused. We're committed to delivering an great gaming experience, and this requires us to work diligently behind the scenes.

But rest assured, these periods of silence do not mean we've been idle. Quite the contrary. Our team has been hard at work crafting exciting new content and refining additional mechanics that will elevate the "Hamster Playground" experience to new heights. Remember that we're a very small team of developers and we've taken this idea of a game in a very ambitious way.

Furthermore, we are happy to share that we are simultaneously working on bringing "Hamster Playground" to console versions, the same way as on PC - in Free to Play - ensuring that everyone can enjoy the game on their preferred platform.



We understand that patience can sometimes wear thin, and we're incredibly grateful for your understanding as we navigate these challenges. Your support fuels our determination to create a game that exceeds your expectations.

On that note, we're excited to announce that if all goes well, we're planning to leave Early Access early next year. This milestone represents a significant step towards bringing you the polished and delightful "Hamster Playground" we've all been eagerly anticipating.

Once again, we thank you for your continued patience, passion, and belief in our vision.
Your feedback and enthusiasm continue to inspire us, and we can't wait to share more exciting news with you soon.

Thank you,
The WeDigGames Team

Hey Mac Users!

This update is all about Mac! We fixed the freezing issue you guys reported, and added some small fixes for the overall quality of play.
All feedback is - as always - appreciated, and if you encounter problems - please let us know via Steam Forum or our Discord.
Enjoy!

You will find the list below, and in a separate thread on our forum.

Change list:

• Fixed Mac OS crashing issue
  
• Game Pad - fixed getting stuck on the name change
  
• Minor UI fixes
  

Hey All!

Do not be alarmed - it's just a small update, that will improve your game experience. And we know, how you love our little Hamster game! Please check the list of features we added.
All feedback is - as always - appreciated, and if you encounter problems - please let us know via Steam Forum or our Discord.
Enjoy!

You will find the list below, and in a separate thread on our forum.

Change list:

• Tutorial Improvements
  
• Overall UI improvements
  
• Minor bug fixes
  

Hey All!

We have a new Update for you all, and this one is about controls and Steam Deck!
Hamster Playground isn't verified (yet) by Valve, but we worked hard to give the players all the necessary improvements that will help them enjoy our game on Steam Deck.
If you are a controller player, we have something for you too! Please check the list of features we added.
All feedback is - as always - appreciated, and if you encounter problems - please let us know via Steam Forum or our Discord.
Enjoy!

You will find the list below, and in a separate thread on our forum.

Change list:

• Steam Deck performance and UI improvements
  
• Added full controller support in UI layouts and gameplay
  
• Added controls hints
  
• Added quick command menu
  
• Added reminder popups for quest, hamster status, and new items
  
• Improved UI scaling and rendering for multiple resolutions
  
• New house items and color sets
  
• Reorganized customization items
  
• Overall UI improvements
  
• Minor bug fixes