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BETA 0.96 Update: NEW BLOCK!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1724140/Craftomation_101_Programming__Craft/
[h2]We’ve added a new block to the game — Repeater
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If you’re familiar with programming, it works just like a for loop: it lets you repeat a piece of logic N times.

The number of repetitions can be set manually, or taken from a variable.

How it works:
  • The Repeat output goes to the actions that should run on each iteration of the loop.
  • The End output leads to the actions that should happen after the repeater finishes all its runs.


For convenience, iteration actions can be ended with a To Repeater block. THIS BLOCK IS COMPLETELY OPTIONAL — it doesn’t affect how the logic works. It’s simply there to make your setups cleaner and easier to read.

As always, we’d love to hear what you think!

[h2]If you don’t remember how to join the beta, here’s a quick guide:
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[h3]Step 1
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Find the game in your Steam Library, right-click it, and select “Properties.”


[h3]Step 2[/h3]
In the pop-up window, go to the “Betas” tab.


[h3]Step 3[/h3]
Under “Beta Participation,” select the branch “unstable” and close the window.
The correct version will automatically start downloading. Enjoy!


[h3]Something broke?[/h3]
We’d be extremely grateful if you report any issues through the in-game feedback form or on our Discord.

[h3]Want to return to the default branch?[/h3]

No problem! Just repeat Step 1, but this time choose “None” instead of “unstable.” When you restart the game, the “Continue” button will be unavailable, along with your beta saves.

[h2]Our DLCs [/h2]
Friends! We make games about robots — but for people. And games are made by people, too.

If you enjoy our soundtracks, please consider supporting the developers and our wonderful composer Arman Mkhitarian by picking up the music DLC. Your support helps us keep making more games (and more music) for you!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2795680/Craftomation_101_Soundtrack/

[h3]How to join the development?
[/h3]Want some more Craftomation 101? We got you! Here's what you can do:
  • Suggest your ideas for the game on our Discord server
  • Help us translate the game into your native language
  • Subscribe to our YouTube channel, and follow studio news
  • Follow Craftomation 101 on Twitter
  • Leave a comment under a video of your favorite content maker, to let them know about the game
  • Sign up for our Newsletter

Week sale: Craftomation 101 is 29% OFF!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1724140/Craftomation_101_Programming__Craft/
[h2]Friends!
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On this lovely spring day, we bring you nothing but good news.

First of all — greetings from the Luden.io office!


[h2]How’s development going?[/h2]
Oh, development is going great. Right now we’re working on an update: we want to add a feature that will allow repeating pieces of code multiple times. By the way, we still haven’t come up with a name for it — feel free to suggest your ideas! In any language — it will actually help with localization.


And yes, a third map is also planned, but we can’t share any details just yet.

[h2] Now for the less nerdy news: Week sale!
[/h2]This week, enjoy a 29% discount — the deepest sale in our history!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1724140/Craftomation_101_Programming__Craft/

Our DLCs are 10% off this week as well:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2795680/Craftomation_101_Soundtrack/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2832980/Craftomation_101_Mega_Map_of_SelfReplicating_Machines/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2795690/Craftomation_101_Art_Pack/

If you’ve been meaning to buy it but were hesitating, now’s the perfect time.

[h2]Sign up for playtest
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Before we go, one more thing! If automation and programming games are your thing, you’ll be happy to hear that SuperWEIRD is actively in development and progressing fast.

A closed playtest is happening right now! Join by filling out the form via the link. You can also register for the open playtest on the game’s page.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3818770/SuperWEIRD_Automation_Roguelite/

[h3]How to join the development?
[/h3]Want some more Craftomation 101? We got you! Here's what you can do:
  • Suggest your ideas for the game on our Discord server
  • Help us translate the game into your native language
  • Subscribe to our YouTube channel, and follow studio news
  • Follow Craftomation 101 on Twitter
  • Leave a comment under a video of your favorite content maker, to let them know about the game
  • Sign up for our Newsletter

0.95 Update on community requests


Hey everyone!
New version is here — and this one is all about your requests!

[h2]Community-driven improvements:
[/h2]

[h3]Meet global functions
[/h3]You asked, we delivered! Now you can mark your most-used functions as global. A little globe icon in the interface makes it easy to save them, and they’ll be available in every game — no need to rewrite them each time.


[h3]Control your campfires
[/h3]Another popular request: you can now extinguish campfires manually before the fuel runs out. Just use the С button on your keyboard to control your fires!

[h3]Rebalanced Command Center objectives
[/h3]The objectives on new maps have been rebalanced to make them more engaging. Note: to experience the new objectives, you’ll need to start a new game — old saves will keep the previous objectives.

[h3]Visual improvements
[/h3]The tunnel maps now feature falling rocks with smooth animations — much nicer to watch.


This update is a big thank you to the community — your feedback shapes the game, and we’re thrilled to bring your ideas to life.

More updates are coming soon. Stay tuned!

[h2]Don’t forget about our amazing DLCs!
[/h2]For those who love our visuals, remember you can get the special art pack and support the developers.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2795690/Craftomation_101_Art_Pack/

[h2]Bundle[/h2]
Also, don’t forget our bundle with Nimbatus is still available — you can get both programming games for yourself or your friends with a 10% discount.
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/65502/Space_Programming_Duo/

[h3]How to join the development?
[/h3]Want some more Craftomation 101? We got you! Here's what you can do:
  • Suggest your ideas for the game on our Discord server
  • Help us translate the game into your native language
  • Subscribe to our YouTube channel, and follow studio news
  • Follow Craftomation 101 on Twitter
  • Leave a comment under a video of your favorite content maker, to let them know about the game
  • Sign up for our Newsletter

0.95 BETA Update on community requests


Hey everyone!
New version is here — and this one is all about your requests!

But before we tell you what’s coming, we want to stress one important thing:

THIS UPDATE IS A BETA!!!

ONCE AGAIN: BETA!

This is an unstable version, potentially full of bugs. It’s for those who really can’t wait to take a look and are ready to help us test it.

[h2]Briefly, how to test it: [/h2]

[h3]Step 1
[/h3]
Find the game in your Steam Library, right-click it, and select “Properties.”


[h3]Step 2[/h3]
In the pop-up window, go to the “Betas” tab.


[h3]Step 3[/h3]
Under “Beta Participation,” select the branch “unstable” and close the window.
The correct version will automatically start downloading. Enjoy!


[h3]Something broke?[/h3]
We’d be extremely grateful if you report any issues through the in-game feedback form or on our Discord.

[h3]Want to return to the default branch?[/h3]

No problem! Just repeat Step 1, but this time choose “None” instead of “unstable.” When you restart the game, the “Continue” button will be unavailable, along with your beta saves. To pick up where you left off before joining the beta, just click “Load Game.”


And now — on to the update!

[h2]Community-driven improvements:
[/h2]

[h3]Favorites for your functions
[/h3]You asked, we delivered! Now you can mark your most-used functions as favorites. A little star icon in the interface makes it easy to save them, and they’ll be available in every game — no need to rewrite them each time.


[h3]Control your campfires
[/h3]Another popular request: you can now extinguish campfires manually before the fuel runs out. Just use the С button on your keyboard to control your fires!

[h3]Rebalanced Command Center objectives
[/h3]The objectives on new maps have been rebalanced to make them more engaging. Note: to experience the new objectives, you’ll need to start a new game — old saves will keep the previous objectives.

[h3]Visual improvements
[/h3]The tunnel maps now feature falling rocks with smooth animations — much nicer to watch.


This update is a big thank you to the community — your feedback shapes the game, and we’re thrilled to bring your ideas to life.

More updates are coming soon. Stay tuned!

[h2]Don’t forget about our amazing DLCs!
[/h2]For those who love our visuals, remember you can get the special art pack and support the developers.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2795690/Craftomation_101_Art_Pack/

[h2]Bundle[/h2]
Also, don’t forget our bundle with Nimbatus is still available — you can get both programming games for yourself or your friends with a 10% discount.
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/65502/Space_Programming_Duo/

[h3]How to join the development?
[/h3]Want some more Craftomation 101? We got you! Here's what you can do:
  • Suggest your ideas for the game on our Discord server
  • Help us translate the game into your native language
  • Subscribe to our YouTube channel, and follow studio news
  • Follow Craftomation 101 on Twitter
  • Leave a comment under a video of your favorite content maker, to let them know about the game
  • Sign up for our Newsletter

0.94.2 Update: Tunnel map reworked and bug fixes

Hey everyone!
A small but important patch is here — version 0.94.2


[h2]What’s in this update?

[/h2]
Bug fixes
  1. Fixed a major FPS drop on the new tunnel map. This issue occurred when robots were searching for stone in areas covered by snow.
  2. Fixed a bug where the \\n symbol was frequently showing up in in-game texts.


[h2]Other changes
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  1. Reworked the Command Center objectives on the tunnel map — it should now feel much nicer to play.
  2. Several smaller tweaks and improvements to the new map.
  3. Based on player feedback, we’ve rebalanced the recipes for several campfires to improve overall game balance.


As always, thank you so much for your feedback and bug reports — they help us track down issues like these and keep improving the game

More updates are coming soon. Stay tuned!

[h3]How to join the development?
[/h3]Want some more Craftomation 101? We got you! Here's what you can do:
  • Suggest your ideas for the game on our Discord server
  • Help us translate the game into your native language
  • Subscribe to our YouTube channel, and follow studio news
  • Follow Craftomation 101 on Twitter
  • Leave a comment under a video of your favorite content maker, to let them know about the game
  • Sign up for our Newsletter