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First Patch Next Week + Update Schedule

Hi everyone,


We want to thank you all for supporting Pixelshire through the years. To everyone who’s been patient, supportive, or offered constructive feedback — thank you. It means so much to us.

Launch has not gone the way we all had hoped, and we take full responsibility for that. After various playtests, we thought Pixelshire was in good shape to release, but clearly, we were wrong. In hindsight, it would have been better to stay with our original Early Access plan.

That said, we want to focus on the future. We will keep working on Pixelshire, improving it, and supporting it for as long as it takes to create the best experience we can. Our first patch will be released next week, and then we will have weekly patches for May. In June, that cadence may change to every 1-2 weeks, depending on the size of the update. We'll also try to release smaller updates in between the patches if we can. Please remember that we are a small development team.

We’ll keep you updated as patches and improvements roll out. For next week's patch, we will share a full list of patch notes when the update goes live.

Update Schedule:
  • First Patch – Next Week
  • May patches – Weekly
  • Patches in June and on – Every 1-2 weeks is the current plan


We're here, we're listening, and we are determined to make this a game you can truly enjoy.

Guide, FAQ and First Patch

Hi Everyone,


Thank you for all the valuable feedback you’ve shared so far. We are going through the forums and customer reviews to gather the issues submitted and collate them with our plans for Pixelshire’s first patch. We will release this initial patch next week, and as much as we’d love to, we cannot guarantee every issue will be addressed.

It is obviously disheartening to see many of you are unhappy with the current gameplay experience and we will do everything we can to give you the version of Pixelshire that you wanted and deserve. We are working on putting together a schedule of planned updates and will share more details very soon.

In the meantime, here is a how-to guide for the most pressing items, solutions to common bugs, some tips and tricks, and general game information.

[h2] GUIDE [/h2]

How to refill a watering can:

  • Equip watering can
  • Go to the west of Margarita’s house to the edge of the water with no fencing
  • Hover cursor over the water and press E key / X on controller
  • A watering well blueprint can be purchased from Magarita and after you build a well, you can use this as another source to refill your watering can


Switching Tools:

  • Hold the Q key / LT on controller to open the tool wheel
  • Click on the tool you would like to use
  • Tool wheel prompt doesn’t show up if no tool is selected but the button still works.


Tools become unusable if the durability is depleted (the bar at the bottom left side of the screen is completely empty):

  • Craft or buy a new tool
  • Go to the blacksmith NPC, Saint, and use his profession to repair your tool


All seeds in shops replenish after sleeping:

  • Sleeping can be done in the guest house next to Eva’s house
  • Using the guest house can be done before its introduced to the player by Eva


Where to find higher tiers of ore

  • Only 2 can be found in the Pixelshire mine near Bron
  • More iron ore is found in the mine found in the Greenwood past where Saint is standing
  • Bron gives you 4 iron ores to make the iron bars he requests
  • Each area will have a mine with higher tiers of ore


Each crop will have a description of what season they can grow in

Each Season is 10 days long. There are two seasons: Summer and Winter.


[h2] SOLUTIONS TO COMMON BUGS [/h2]

Q: Why can’t I buy more rice seeds?
If you bought all 6 rice seeds and there are no more rice seeds left in Margarita's shop, you need to sleep in the guest house which is the right-most door of the mayor's house (the big house above the fountain)!

Q: Where and how can I refill my watering can?
Be sure to target the square in front of you when refilling your can! The only place currently to fill your watering can is west of Margarita's house. The quest line will indicate this spot when you receive your watering can.

Q: How can I move my work bench?
You will receive a hammer from the mayor that will allow you to change the placement of your work bench.

Q: How do I dig a pond?
Dig in one spot until there is water. Repeat until there are 6 holes with water.

Q: How do I dig or elevate with the shovel?
There are three options with the shovel. You can see which option you have equipped by looking at above the tool icon in the bottom left corner when your character is holding the shovel. The three options are dig, add dirt to a hole or elevate the ground, and make slopes (LB if using a controller, R if using mouse and key).


[h2] GAME INFO [/h2]

Q: Are there any hardware & system requirements to run Pixelshire?
Pixelshire does not require high hardware performance and can guarantee a basic experience on most devices with core and set graphics.

Q: Can I play Pixelshire with a controller?
Yes, the game has full controller support.

Q: What languages does Pixelshire support?
Pixelshire supports English, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Greek, and Simplified Chinese.

Q: Will the game support multiplayer co-op?
There are no plans for multiplayer at the moment.

Q: Does the game have achievements?
Yes, the game features a number of great achievements for players to unlock.

Q: How do I fix the UI scaling if it’s too big?
You can make any adjustments on the UI scaling bar under options.

Q: Does Pixelshire support custom key binding?
At the moment, Pixelshire does not support custom key binding, but we are looking to add options in the future.

[h2] TIPS & TRICKS [/h2]

1. Collect excessive resources as soon as possible (i.e. wood, coal, and ores) because it makes the early game progress smoother.
2. Accept side quests as soon as you see them available from NPCs. They aren't always available.
3. Craft chests as soon as possible to store excess resources for later in the game. Remember to upgrade to Iron chests when possible.
4. Remember that seasons affect some crops so make sure to make the most of each season.
5. Gifts and side quests lead to romance and talents. Romance level leads to talent unlocks.
6. Harvest and water crops daily to get higher starred crops.
7. Try to not corner yourself while having an NPC follow you.
8. Compass doesn't tell you what area NPCs are in, so take note of where they like to go.

Pixelshire is Now Available!

Hi everyone,


The wait is finally over! Pixelshire is officially LIVE on Steam! 🌳✨

It’s time to begin your journey — build your dream farm, forge meaningful friendships with the townsfolk, terraform, and explore a vibrant world full of adventure!

Check out the Launch Trailer:

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In this unique sandbox RPG, you'll complete side quests, harvest crops, unlock new skills and abilities, and terraform the land to your liking!



In the town of Pixelshire, friendships go beyond just companionship! These friends can become allies accompanying you on adventures to lend a helping hand in gathering resources and completing tasks! Thanks to the “follow me” feature, bringing a buddy along is easier than ever, making your journey in Pixelshire more enjoyable and immersive. You may even find romance along the way...



Bring life to your farm with the power of special spells. Fish, chop, mine, and gather all the resources you need to customize your town! Interact with and nurture your farm animals to have your farm thriving in no time! We can't wait to see your unique spin on the town of Pixelshire! 🏡



We’re thrilled to finally share Pixelshire with you. See you in Arcadia! 🌿

[h2]Tech Support[/h2]

If you experience any technical issues, please reach out via the Discord or in the Steam discussions.

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🧭 We're Almost There! A Huge Thank You + Answers to Some Common Questions 🧭

Hey everyone,

Vasilis here.😄

As we get closer to the release of Pixelshire, I just want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for your continued support over the years. 💛

It’s been a long journey, and I truly appreciate every single one of you who’s been part of it. With launch just around the corner, I’d like to answer some of the most frequently asked questions—including a few we might have missed—about the game and what’s coming next:

🎮 Controller Support
Yes! Pixelshire has full controller support.

🕹️ Steam Deck Compatibility
The game will be playable on Steam Deck.

📦 Launch Content & What Comes After
There were many features I would’ve loved to include in the initial release—but adding them would have caused significant delays.

That said, launch is just a milestone, not the end of the road.
Once we’ve handled any necessary fixes and adjustments after release, I’ll be putting together and sharing a roadmap for new features and improvements.

🎮 Console Versions
Most of the heavy lifting is already done, so I don’t expect it to take too long after release.
👉 We don’t have an official release date yet, but stay tuned!

🌐 Multiplayer
As many of you have asked: Will the game have multiplayer?

It’s something I really wanted to add. Multiplayer has become a standard in many games, and I absolutely understand the demand.

However, Pixelshire wasn’t originally designed with multiplayer in mind, nor did I imagine that the game would draw this much attention. Adding it mid-development would have required a huge rework of the game’s core systems—something that would have been risky, costly, and would’ve delayed the release by a lot.

So here’s the honest truth:
👉 I can’t promise that multiplayer will happen.
But if the game does well, I will do my best to make it a reality.

🙏 Thanks again for being part of this journey.

Pre-Order Pixelshire Now!

[h3]Great news, future farmers![/h3]
[h3] Pre-orders are now LIVE! [/h3]

We're just two weeks out from Pixelshire's long-awaited launch date and today you can secure your order! 🥳

Soon you'll experience the charming vibes of Pixelshire first-hand! 💚
We can't wait for you to craft and shape your own thriving town.



Whether you're looking forward to the ability to carve the landscape with terraforming, grow your population by meeting exciting new villagers, or to battle fearsome creatures in the mines, Pixelshire has something for everyone! Thank you for your continued support for this cozy farming sim! 🌾







Soon you'll explore the enchanting world of Pixelshire and create your dream farm!




In the meantime be sure to check out the Release Date Trailer!

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