Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams News

[p]Hello hello! [/p][p]We're pleased to present a brand new free feature update![/p][p][/p][h2]The Gradient Puzzle Maker[/h2][p][/p][p]This new free update provides an awesome set of tools that allows you to create as many gradient puzzles as you like, with any colors you can think of, and is of course fully compatible with multiplayer.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Infinite Detail[/h3][p]Because of how the gradients are created it means that they will have infinite detail. This means that no matter what size puzzle you create, the color transitions will be smoooth. [/p][p]These screenshots show off an example of an 8,000 piece puzzle. Even with a super large puzzle like this there are no artifacts or imperfections that normal static images could have due to resolution or image quality etc. [/p][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][h3]Getting Started[/h3][p]To get started just go to Select New Puzzle, then look for the new Gradient Maker button in the list:[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Options Options Options[/h3][p]There's multiple options for creating gradients, Grid and Stripes, each with their own unique settings that allows for lots of experimentation. [/p]

• [p]Grid type Gradients[/p][p]Edit colors for 8 points that blend around this gradient type. Each point can be toggled on or off to offer even more possibilities. [/p][carousel][/carousel]
• [p]Stripe type Gradients[/p][p]Add as many stripes as you want with up to 16 colors per stripe. Add multiple colors to blend between, or try non-blended single colors for an extra challenge[/p][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][p]You can use Stripe Blend to create unique gradients between Stripes, or set to 0 for hard edges[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[h3]Adjustable Aspect Ratio[/h3][p]Make your puzzles as wide or tall as you'd like![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Presets[/h3][p]Once you've created your perfected gradients, you can save them as a preset. We've also of course included a wide range of default presets so that you can get right to puzzling. These can also be edited to easily adjust colors and settings to your liking.[/p][p]

Full Patch Notes: [/p]

• [p]Added New Gradient Puzzle Maker[/p]
• [p]Fixed issue where preview image remained locked after starting a new puzzle [/p]
• [p]Fixed issue where preview image button showed when selecting to not show preview image[/p]
• [p]Fixed issues with chair collision that could causes pieces to disappear[/p]
• [p]Updated main chair collision to be much more accurate[/p]
• [p]When rotation is off and puzzle is taller than table but will fit sideways, game now changes the fixed rotation to make sure it fits on the table[/p]
• [p]Fixed crash when attempting to grab connected pieces in Pickup Single Piece mode and then switching back to Normal grab mode[/p]
• [p]Fixed issue where puzzle timer would show when no puzzle was loaded[/p]
• [p]Fixed issue where timer did not show the first time you loaded a puzzle[/p]
• [p]Fixed issue clicking on another color while color picker is open in edit cursor trails menu[/p]
• [p]Fixed issue where settings menu was cut off on certain resolutions
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[p]We hope you all enjoy! [/p][p]

This is just the beginning, as we plan to add more options to this down the line. Next though we'll be focused on going through our list of user suggestions and bug fixes. After that the next big update planned; Having multiple puzzles loaded in the room at the same time![/p][hr][/hr][p]If you've enjoyed these free updates consider supporting us by purchasing a DLC or donating to our Patreon. Every dollar gives us more time to work on awesome games and updates to Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams!

https://www.patreon.com/thatsnicegames/membership
[/p][p]We've are also starting work on a new game! It's really early stages so cannot say much, but can say it will be a game focused on exploration across the sea and islands inspired by games like Sea of Thieves and Minecraft.[/p][p][/p]

[h3]We've added a new bundle, The Complete Pack![/h3][p]This bundle contains all DLC including the Stickers & More pack with a 45% discount![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]When we came up with the idea of the sticker pack it was originally meant as more of a supporter pack that contained a few stickers as a bonus. However during development the pack ended up becoming much more.[/p][p]Because of all we ended up adding (over 2,000 stickers, over 200 challenges to complete, tons of indie game stickers, cursor trails) it ended up becoming much more than a supporter pack although we still ended up releasing it as such. Previously it stood alone as an extra bonus and players were often missing out on it with the existing bundle that only contains extra puzzles.[/p][p]So finally we've decided to include the sticker pack in an all-in-one DLC bundle. The previous bundle with only the puzzle packs will still be available, while the new Complete Pack bundle that includes everything will be discounted even more for 45% off.[/p][p]Keep in mind if you already purchased the puzzle packs you can still use the Complete Pack bundle to get a discount on the Stickers & More DLC.[/p][p][/p][h2]What's contained in the Stickers and More Pack[/h2][p]Here is a rundown of what to expect from purchasing the DLC.[/p][p]The sticker pack contains over 2,000 unique stickers to unlock. You can place them in your room or in the rooms of friends you visit in multiplayer! Use as decoration, marking puzzle locations, or just have some fun sticker time with friends. [/p][p][/p][p]You can decorate with stickers everywhere, even over puzzles hanging on your wall. [/p][carousel][/carousel][h3]Customizable Cursor Trails[/h3][p]A new way to emote with your cursors! Press a button to activate and draw attention to puzzle pieces or go into party mode when someone puts the last piece in.[/p][p][/p][p]
Customize the style and colors yourself. Many styles to choose from, including Butterflies, Bats, Snow, Puzzle Pieces, and more, each with their own unique animations and options![/p][p][/p][h3]Sticker Challenges (unlock more stickers!)[/h3][p]At the start you will have around 800 stickers unlocked, each within sticker sheets of different categories. By completing sticker challenges you can unlock many more![/p][p]You can check out the list of sticker challenges by clicking the trophy icon in the sticker menu. This will list hints for each challenge. Most require deciphering the clue and placing stickers on top of each other or in the room.[/p][p]As an example the "Chef Cat" challenge, requires placing any cat sticker down, and then placing a chef hat sticker on the cat! [/p][p]Sometimes a challenge will unlock a key sticker. You can use this key to open a chest giving you an entire new sticker sheet with tons more stickers and challenges! [/p][p]Opening a chest: [/p]

• [p]Go to the Chests tab [/p]
• [p]Select the chest named after the key you just unlocked and place the sticker [/p]
• [p]Place the key on top of the chest [/p]
• [p]Voila! Chest is unlocked and you get a new sticker sheet![/p]

[p][/p][p]Not all challenges work the same way, and some don't even require stickers at all! If you need any hints solving them our discord has a section just for people looking for hints on the sticker challenges.[/p][p]You can check it out here (look for the stickers-challenges-spoilers channel)[/p][p][/p][p]There are over 200 challenges to complete, giving you hours of fun puzzle solving by yourself, or with friends! [/p][p]One of the great things about this is how it all works in multiplayer. You can try and figure out the challenges with friends, decorate together, or have someone play with stickers while other players do a puzzle. [/p][p]It's great for streamers too, with chat involved in trying to work out the sticker challenges. [/p][p][/p][h3]Indie games[/h3][p]In addition to the thousands of stickers and hundreds of challenges to do, we also have stickers for a number of our favorite indie games. These awesome devs were kind enough to allow us to make stickers based on their games! Each one also has an info button with details of the game it was from.[/p][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][p]For a full list of included indie games check out this post: [/p][p](scroll down to the "All the Indie Game Stickers" section)[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]Please check out their games, they are truly awesome! [/p][p][/p][p]Thanks for everyone who has played and supported our game! [/p][p][/p][h3]What's Next?[/h3][p]Our next update is the gradient maker that allows you to create color gradient puzzles with infinite detail. All the functionality is done and we are just finishing up the interface. [/p][p]Here's a sneak peek of what to expect: [/p][carousel][/carousel]

Fixed issue where game would crash when trying to create larger puzzles (10,000 to 20,000 pieces).

Of note, if you are still having issues of game crashing when creating larger puzzles on lesser hardware try turning off the bevel detail completely in the video settings.

Fixed issue where sometimes client did not download DLC puzzle.
Compressed Radiant Pack DLC to smaller size since had to update anyway, will compress other DLC over time.