Denizen News

[h2]Character Creator 🎨[/h2][p]A major overhaul of the character created has been made in this update. Customize facial hair, eye color, nail color, and pick from new hair styles and skin types. The environment and UI design has also been updated for a more intuitive customization experience.[/p][p][/p][h2]Medical Spa 🌿[/h2][p]Want to change your appearance after starting a game? Visit the new medical spa located downtown to modify your appearance as you like.[/p][h3][/h3][h2]Hair Salon 💈[/h2][p]The upgraded hair salon introduces new hair styles, facial hair customization, and some other important fixes and improvements.[/p][p][/p][h2]Phone 📱[/h2][p]A phone battery system now drains based on usage, alongside a new Recipes app to browse meals and track ingredients. Also included are multiple phone UI, input, and transition improvements.[/p][p][/p][h2]Vehicle Inventory 🚗[/h2][p]A vehicle inventory system has been added, allowing item transfers between your personal inventory and vehicle storage for improved organization and transport.[/p][p][/p][h2]City Additions 🏙️[/h2][p]A second retail warehouse has been added to the east side of the map, plus additional roads and some new buildings that will be accessible in missions coming with the next content update.[/p][p][/p][h2]Map 🗺️[/h2][p]Map navigation has been improved with interactive map markers and minimap updates. More work on the map is underway for future updates.[/p][p][/p][h2]Fixes and Improvements 🔧[/h2][p]Loads of fixed and improvements have been made in this update. Check out the changelist below for the full list.
[/p][h2]Changelist 📃[/h2][p]• Added new, higher detail character skin types[/p][p]• Added new eye colors[/p][p]• Added new hairstyles[/p][p]• Added vehicle inventory[/p][p]• Added recipes app to phone[/p][p]• Added phone battery[/p][p]• Added second retail warehouse and more roads to city[/p][p]• Added visible phone in third-person mode[/p][p]• Added Korean localization[/p][p]• Added sequences for purchasing new properties and vehicles[/p][p]• Added camera sway setting[/p][p]• Added card UI to blackjack game[/p][p]• Added vehicle performance class to shops[/p][p]• Added restriction for taking sleeping pills when energy is already low[/p][p]• Added button to retail interface for automatically navigating to properties app[/p][p]• Added new male apparel and updated running shoes model[/p][p]• Added more vehicle off-road driving audio[/p][p]• Added map marker interaction and north marker to minimap[/p][p]• Added logic to reset narcotic production warnings when placed equipment falls below threshold[/p][p]• Improved performance[/p][p]• Improved water rendering quality[/p][p]• Improved exterior window rendering quality[/p][p]• Improved pedestrian navigation logic[/p][p]• Improved hair rendering quality[/p][p]• Improved object interaction in third-person mode[/p][p]• Improved nature audio[/p][p]• Increased maximum narcotic equipment allowed in discreet properties[/p][p]• Revised character creator[/p][p]• Revised narcotic order logic[/p][p]• Revised third-person camera settings[/p][p]• Disabled forklift reverse camera[/p][p]• Fixed many controller navigation and selection issues, especially with phone[/p][p]• Fixed hair not appearing in salon with hat equipped[/p][p]• Fixed some clothing clipping issues[/p][p]• Fixed some eyewear UI images appearance[/p][p]• Fixed brake components appearing in house when vehicle is in garage[/p][p]• Fixed mouse smoothing setting sometimes not working properly[/p][p]• Fixed some issues with camera type switching[/p][p]• Fixed some issues with showroom vehicle and camera[/p][p]• Fixed some issues with taxi app transit[/p][p]• Fixed some issues with UI transitions[/p][p]• Fixed several UI text scaling issues[/p][p]• Fixed some issues with vehicle UI assets[/p][p]• Fixed possibility of vehicle running out of fuel during drag race[/p][p]• Fixed several string formatting issues[/p][p]• Fixed social dialogue panel move in/out button states[/p][p]• Fixed friend sometimes not leaving when asking for a break[/p][p]• Fixed phone not in correct position with male third-person mode[/p][p]• Fixed DJ perfect score when all inputs were pressed simultaneously[/p][p]• Fixed several issues with terrain/road[/p][p]• Fixed some issues with minimap state[/p][p]• Fixed light fixture with no light switch in Shore Drive residence[/p][p]• Fixed traffic vehicles and pedestrians sometimes ignoring player[/p][p]• Fixed flashlight position in third person mode[/p][p]• Fixed some inaccurate NPC mission dialogue[/p][p]• Fixed window tint not applying to all glass on some vehicles[/p][p]• Fixed player position sometimes not reverting correctly after interaction sequences[/p][p]• Fixed player animation sometimes getting stuck in certain states[/p][p] [/p][h2]More content is on the way![/h2][p]Expect another batch of missions in the next content update, plus more features, fixes, and improvements.

Thank you for playing Denizen and for providing your valuable feedback and suggestions! ❤️[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]• Fixed potential third-person camera issues during cinematics[/p][p]• Fixed player sliding in third-person mode[/p][p]• Fixed character animation sometimes not working in new game[/p][p]• Fixed clothing clipping issues[/p][p]• Fixed footwear models sometimes disappearing at some camera angles[/p][p]• Fixed some incorrect player spawn locations[/p][p]• Fixed NPCs looking at wrong player location in third-person mode[/p][p]• Fixed character name input string persisting in new game[/p][p]• Fixed gamepad missing furniture rotation commands[/p][p]• Fixed some incorrect mission task notifications[/p][p]• Fixed notification text formatting[/p][p]• Fixed possibility of business management rating outside of expected range[/p][p]• Fixed business event UI incorrectly opening in some conditions[/p][p]• Fixed Parker Scout off-center steering[/p][p]• Fixed some rotation issues with vehicle wheels[/p][p]• Fixed several vehicle DRL issues[/p][p]• Fixed dirt not applying correctly to some vehicles[/p][p]• Fixed job shift incorrectly ending after reaching max skill level[/p][p]• Fixed several animation issues with bartender job patrons[/p][p]• Fixed PC technician job shift timing[/p][p]• Fixed task list in PC technician job sometimes disappearing[/p][p]• Fixed power supply upgrade task not appearing in PC technician job[/p][p]• Fixed issue with Statistics app max career level[/p][p]• Fixed some text missing localization[/p][p]• Fixed potential softlock when spamming scene exit doors[/p][p]• Fixed exit command not closing menu panels in main menu[/p][p]• Revised post processing[/p][p]• Improved performance[/p][p]• Improved player character animation transitions[/p]

[h2]New Missions ✨[/h2][p]Swing by Austin's safehouse to complete new missions. Stay tuned for new characters with many more new missions in future updates. [/p][p]
[/p][h2]Business Ownership 💼[/h2][p]Max out your career stats in any job and become a business partner. Open the Careers app to buy in, earn passive income, and make key decisions to keep things running smoothly.
[/p][p]Once you've reached the highest rank in a job, you can also work anytime without selecting a shift, which will also boost the store's rating. [/p][p]
[/p][h2]Jail 👮[/h2][p]Watch out! Don't expand your narcotic production too much in the wrong place, or you could wind up doing hard time! [/p][p]
[/p][h2]New Properties 🏚️[/h2][p]Three new properties have been added to the market. These properties allow you to work discreetly with narcotic equipment to avoid unwanted attention.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Third-Person Camera 🎥[/h2][p]Try Denizen in a new perspective, with the newly added third-person camera. Use the "C" key to change camera on the go, and also manage it from the Settings menu. [/p][p]
[/p][h2]New Lockpicking Minigame 🔒[/h2][p]Try a new challenge with the redesigned lockpicking minigame! Difficulty is now variable based on lock type, and the updated interface delivers a more intuitive experience. [/p][p]
[/p][h2]Full Controller Support 🎮[/h2][p]Denizen is now available with full controller support, with on-the-fly input switching for easy playing.[/p][p][/p][h2]Help Section ℹ️[/h2][p]A help section has been added to the main and pause menus, which includes info on various gameplay features.[/p][p][/p][h2]Changelist 📃[/h2][p]• Added new missions[/p][p]• Added business management feature[/p][p]• Added intermittent business management events[/p][p]• Added three new properties[/p][p]• Added prison, arrest and medical events[/p][p]• Added third-person camera option[/p][p]• Added full controller support[/p][p]• Added new lockpicking minigame[/p][p]• Added help section to main/pause menu[/p][p]• Added footstep audio toggle[/p][p]• Added task delete function to Agenda app[/p][p]• Improved vehicle collision with road objects[/p][p]• Revised some interior environments[/p][p]• Revised shift task and bonus logic, work anytime at max rank[/p][p]• Renamed Door Crasher item to Auto Lockpick[/p][p]• Fixed persistent computer on bench when leaving and returning[/p][p]• Fixed computer technician job door always open[/p][p]• Fixed an issue with task list sometimes not populating[/p][p]• Fixed some item interaction states becoming stuck[/p][p]• Fixed "New and Improved" achievement[/p][p]• Fixed some issues with notification UI positioning[/p][p]• Fixed some notifications missing localization[/p][p]• Fixed dialogue only proceeding when hovering over UI[/p][p]• Fixed some issues with the inventory item moving logic[/p][p]• Fixed appearance of brake and reverse lights on some vehicles[/p][p]• Fixed some interfaces not closing with back/exit command[/p][p]• Fixed several phone UI navigation issues[/p][p]• Fixed rendering issues with location marker text[/p][p]• Fixed mismatched UI icons in computer technician UI[/p][p]• Fixed some issues with horse racing spectate mode[/p][p]• Fixed loading screen text formatting issues
[/p][h2]What's Next?[/h2][p]More content is on the way! Look forward to new missions, new features, and many more tweaks, fixes, and improvements.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for playing Denizen and for providing your valuable feedback and suggestions![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[h2]Computer Technician Job 🖥️[/h2]
Repair and upgrade PCs for clients at the new computer shop! Apply for the job using the Jobs smartphone app.



[h2]Hair Salon 💈[/h2]
Refresh your look at the brand-new Hair Salon! Featuring a variety of trendy hairstyles and your choice of color.



[h2]Downtown Medical Clinic 🏥[/h2]
Visit the brand-new Downtown Medical Clinic! Choose from a range of specialized medications and treatments to boost your health and happiness. Try the all-new sleeping pills, perfect for helping you rest comfortably and pass time faster in-game!



[h2]Taxi Service 🚕[/h2]
Traveling around town is now easier than ever! With the brand-new Taxi app, you can hail a ride to any destination. Simply pick your spot from the list and get moving. No car required!



[h2]Map Improvements 🗺️[/h2]
Zoom and scroll functionality has been added to the map for smoother navigation, along with an updated player icon that's easier to spot at a glance.



[h2]Other new content[/h2]
New achievements have been added, as well as several other changes and fixes. Check out the full changelist below!



[h2]Changelist[/h2]
• Added computer technician job
• Added hair salon and new hairstyles
• Added downtown medical clinic
• Added sleeping pills to medical clinic
• Added zoom and scroll functionality to map, improved player visibility, UI revisions
• Added new achievements
• Updated cursor graphics
• Fixed real estate offers unable to be declined
• Fixed mouse smoothing sometimes enabling when disabled
• Fixed some terrain objects opening interaction UI
• Fixed some missing collision issues
• Fixed player icon sometimes appearing in incorrect location on map
• Fixed some character UI hair rendering issues
• Fixed some issues with input context panel logic
• Fixed some interior volumetric light banding issues

[h2]What's Next?[/h2]
Exciting times ahead for Denizen! Plenty of new content is already in development, with much more planned throughout 2025 and beyond.

The next content update will introduce a third-person camera mode, a brand-new business management feature, and more!

Thank you for playing Denizen and for providing your valuable feedback and suggestions!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2010030/Denizen/

• Increased sprint duration
• Optimized textures
• Improved pedestrian LODs
• Improved traffic vehicle LODs
• Fixed pedestrians appearing in t-pose when outside of LOD distance
• Fixed traffic vehicle wheels sometimes appearing static
• Fixed traffic vehicles sometimes spawning in front of player
• Fixed Ferrucci map marker not appearing
• Fixed Ferrucci wheels static on low quality level setting
• Fixed missing interaction on some locked doors
• Fixed phone slots app not working with high bank account balance
• Fixed notifications appearing over fishing UI
• Fixed minimap toggle setting not working
• Fixed some uneven terrain/road issues
• Fixed camera sometimes rotating when entering a new scene
• Fixed romance cinematic player hair sometimes not being set properly
• Fixed "Nice Whip!" achievement logic
• Fixed incorrect Settings menu header