Aeruta News

[p]Hello, everyone![/p][p]This is the Aeruta development team.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you so much for your continued support of Aeruta.[/p][p][/p][p]As of today, Aeruta has concluded its approximately one-and-a-half-year early access period and officially launched as a full release![/p][p]First and foremost, we would like to express our deepest sense of gratitude to all of you for your support until now.[/p][p][/p][p]We've collected extensive user feedback and suggestions from you all that have led to various improvements and developments of the game.[/p][p][/p][p]Aeruta is a game that we've developed alongside all of you, and we hope that now you'll enjoy it to your heart's content🦊🧡[/p][p][/p][p]Don't miss the new promotional video we've released for full release!🎬[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]Additionally, starting today, we are holding the final sale using the early access price!🎊[/p][p][/p][p]During this period, you can purchase Aeruta at 20% off the early access price of $14.99, bringing the price down to $11.99.[/p][p][/p][p]When this promotional period ends, the regular price will be set at $19.99, so don't miss this chance![/p][p][/p][p]Sale Period[/p][p]Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 ～ Wednesday, November 12th 10:00AM PST[/p][p][/p][p]Price[/p][p]$14.99 → $11.99[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]The following patch notes detail the additions and changes arriving with this update to the official version.[/p][p]Please check below for details.[/p][p][/p][h2]November 5th, 2025 Patch Note[/h2][h3]New Content[/h3]

• [p]Addition of the Third Island along with related monsters, bosses, materials, bread, and badges.[/p]
• [p]Addition of the Third Island's new weapon, the Rapier.[/p]
• [p]Addition of challenge mode "Hero's Path" to face off against even stronger enemies in dungeons.[/p]
• [p]Addition of Level 5 and 6 for residents' friendship stories.[/p]
• [p]Addition of a new "Recollection" feature that allows you to revisit previous friendship stories.[/p]
• [p]Increased the level caps for each building in Bakersfield.[/p]
• [p]Addition of“Weapon Modification” which allows you to apply random additional stats to each weapon.[/p]
• [p]Addition of the "Patti Ranch" where you can tame and raise Pattis.[/p]
• [p]Addition of Steam achievements.[/p]

[h3]System Updates[/h3]

• [p]The maximum number of coins you can hold has been changed to 9,999,999.[/p]
• [p]Progressing through friendship events no longer ends the day.[/p]
• [p]Upgrading the oven no longer increases the maximum number of loaves that can be baked at once.[/p]
• [p]The frequency of trash appearing now changes based on the number of visitors.[/p]
• [p]We have removed the litter reduction effect from the “Streetlight” facility, as we have changed the system so that when Patti picks up trash, it is converted into items.[/p]
• [p]Upgrading the oven now increases the speed at which bread pops out (Hot and fresh!)[/p]
• [p]Added a research level to the Badge Shop, and now purchasing a certain number of badges will unlock new ones.[/p]
• [p]Reduced the speed that bread escapes from the oven.[/p]
• [p]Since bread that escaped from the oven is fresh and lively, we've raised its selling price accordingly.[/p]
• [p]Lured by the delicious aroma of bread, the friends from Bakersfield now also come to the bakery as customers![/p]

[h3]Adventure Related Adjustments[/h3]

• [p]Boss Material Adjustments[/p][p]To address complaints about bosses not dropping enough materials, we've changed the specifications.[/p][p]Defeating a boss will now always drop one material, with an additional chance to drop up to two more materials.[/p][p]Overall material acquisition efficiency has improved by approximately 50%.[/p][p]On the other hand, we adjusted the value per boss material to one-third of its original amount.[/p][p]However, to ensure that the many users we've gathered so far don't lose out,[/p][p]Loading save data from the Early Access version will automatically triple the number of boss materials you currently possess.[/p]
• [p]Made it possible to end your adventure early by selecting the leftmost room on the stage selection screen during your adventure.[/p]
• [p]When you share bread with companions you meet during your adventure, you can now receive stage materials as a reward.[/p]
• [p]We have integrated calendar effects for “Day of Conflict” and “Day of Fortune.”[/p]

[h3]Battle Related Adjustments[/h3]

• [p]Adjustments to the Skill Tree[/p][p]To enhance the enjoyment of skill building, we have added new effects to some skills and modified existing effects.[/p]
• [p]Shield and HP Adjustments[/p][p]Since the shield had no time limit and effectively functioned as increased HP,[/p][p]we have set a duration for the shield and adjusted it to serve as a short-term defensive measure.[/p][p]This change allows recovery actions to play a greater role in enhancing long-term survivability.[/p]
• [p]We have reduced the cooldown for dash dodges, and when dodging successfully, the cooldown is further reduced.[/p]
• [p]When you continue holding the directional key input after evasion ends, you can now continue moving at full speed, reducing the feeling of interrupted control.[/p]
• [p]We've changed the movement speed cap to 150% and made it affect running animations as well.[/p]
• [p]We have adjusted the values of multiple skill badges.[/p]

[h3]UI Related Adjustments[/h3]

• [p]We have changed the movement speed displayed in character information to a percentage format.[/p]
• [p]You can now access your bag in the world map.[/p]
• [p]When a bakery assistant is not assigned, a hint will now appear next to the Open Bakery button.[/p]
• [p]Notifications will now appear on the adventure preparation screen when new bread or badges are available.[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Finally, we would like to express our sincerest gratitude once again to everyone who has supported Aeruta.[/p][p][/p][p]The entire team is overjoyed to finally present the completed version of Aeruta to you all.[/p][p][/p][p]We plan to continue improving and revising existing content as well as adjusting new content based on the feedback we receive from everyone.[/p][p][/p][p]We look forward to your honest feedback to make Aeruta even better![/p][p]Thank you all for your support of Aeruta.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]X(Twitter): https://x.com/Aeruta_official[/p][p]Website: https://aeruta.startgravity.jp/[/p][p]*All images are from in-development gameplay[/p][p]
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[p]Hello everyone, this is CC from FromDawn Games! 🔆
[/p][p]As the co-producer and planner for Aeruta, I'm involved in various tasks, including game design,
level design, parts of the scenario, community management, and other general duties.

We are incredibly excited to announce that the full version of Aeruta will officially launch on November 5, 2025! 🎉

Now, before we celebrate this special moment with all of you, I'd like to use this dev log as a special edition to share the game's initial concept, our journey from Early Access to today,
and introduce some of the new content coming in the full release.
[/p][p]🌿 Our Development Journey[/p][p]Going back in time a bit, Aeruta was originally our graduation project.
Back then, it was a Metroidvania action game where a princess adventured to save her kingdom.

However, after deciding to release it on Steam, we made a major pivot. We wanted to create a warmer game that fused adventure with bakery management. We set out to create a happy user experience where players could adventure, bake bread, interact with friends, and live peaceful days at their own pace.
[/p][p]From a graduation project to Early Access, and now to its upcoming full release, Aeruta has evolved significantly, thanks to the experience we've gained and the invaluable feedback from players worldwide.

Now, let's look back at the Early Access version and introduce the new features in the full release![/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]【1】 An Adventure Across Three Islands[/h3][p]In the Early Access version, only the first island and three bosses were available. [/p][p]The full version unlocks all three islands, featuring a total of 10 bosses![/p][p]The lush "Merca Forest"[/p][p]The flower-filled "Orrindae," watched over by a strict goddess[/p][p]The "Chaos Ruins," which still bear the scars of an ancient war...[/p][p][/p][p]Each region reflects the personalities of the goddesses and is filled with unique charms and challenges.[/p][p]We've also revised the overall difficulty, removing traps in Orrindae that hindered the game experience. The Chaos Ruins are now more focused on monster battles.[/p][p]—So, are you ready to face the powerful new foes that await?[/p][p][/p][h3]【2】 Chaya's Weapons[/h3][p]When it comes to mastering weapons she finds, no one beats Chaya! 🦊✨[/p][p]Originally, we only planned to implement the whip. But with a strong feeling of, "How can a bakery-themed game not have a rolling pin?!" we added the Rolling Pin in Early Access.

Furthermore, the full version introduces the elegant and agile "Rapier."[/p][p]With new skill trees for each weapon, the total number of skills is now over 70! Combined with different types of bread and badges, the potential for unique playstyles is now limitless![/p][p][/p][h3]【3】 Bread and Badges[/h3][p]The more bread you knead, the easier your adventure becomes! Use badges to further tailor your adventure to your preferred playstyle![/p][p]The "Badge System," which we added in last year's update with these goals in mind, successfully expanded player options and was well-received by many.[/p][p]Including the new badges added in the full release, there are now over 40 types!
The combinations are endless. Please try out various badges to find your favorite playstyle![/p][p][/p][h3]【4】 The Bakery, Run with Friends[/h3][p]Initially, we planned for the bakery to be run just by Chaya and Effie.[/p][p]However, we received a lot of feedback from players saying, "We want to see the friends from Wheat Plaza too!" In response, we made it so that your companions can now help out at the bakery! Each provides support effects, and Effie's once-lonely little bakery is now bustling with activity![/p][p]Also, as a small update, your companions will now come to buy bread in the full version! Seeing them lined up at the register with bread on their heads is one of our favorite new scenes.[/p][p][/p][h3]【5】 Patti Farm[/h3][p]The April Fools' joke is finally a reality![/p][p]You can now tame "Patti" (dough monsters) in dungeons, bring them back, and raise them on the ranch. Feed them, train them, and knead them with care. Once grown, they'll help out in the bakery and even gather materials for you.[/p][p]There are also dress-up items like bow ties and pixel sunglasses! They're as functional as they are cute.[/p][p]For those who have already played the Early Access version, we'll be giving you a Patti dress-up item as a gift when you launch the full version! Be sure to dress up your favorite Patti and give it lots of love![/p][p][/p][h3]【6】 Calendar System[/h3][p]We've also optimized the balance of the calendar feature, which is essential for planning your day!

We redesigned it to prioritize ease of play, avoiding over-complication that could lock players into a fixed routine. We think you'll enjoy how every day is a little different, allowing you to play freely![/p][p][/p][h3]【7】 Changes to the Town and Bakery[/h3][p]In the full version, the town and bakery will finally evolve into their complete forms!
Drawn by the aroma of bread, more people will gather, making Wheat Bakersfield livelier than ever.
The bakery's interior has also been revamped. Look forward to the "New Bakersfield," filled with the aroma of bread and smiling faces![/p][p][/p][h3]【8】 Affinity Stories and Memory Feature[/h3][p]The affinity stories depicting the bonds with your companions are finally complete! Please watch over the companions who came to Wheat Plaza with their own burdens, as they change through their encounters with Chaya and others and move toward the future. We've also added a "Memory Feature" so you can look back on these stories anytime and relive your memories with everyone! 🧡[/p][p][/p][h3]【9】 Challenge Mode: "Hero's Path"[/h3][p]We've added a new mode, "Hero's Path," where you can challenge tougher enemies than in regular dungeons! Clearing it offers rewards that let you gather materials more efficiently, so we await the challenge from all you confident adventurers!
Don't worry, just like before, you can keep any items you've acquired even if you're defeated.[/p][p][/p][h3]【10】 Top-Down View Perspective[/h3][p]Dungeons are filled with dangers other than monsters. Spikes on the floor, falling rocks, pollen from poisonous flowers... and bell-ringing trees! You can now check for these traps ahead of you with a new perspective to see what's in your path! This allows for safer, more reliable, and strategic gameplay![/p][p][/p][h3]【11】 Weapon Modification[/h3][p]Thanks to Chilala's... let's say intense and frenzied research... a new study is complete! "Weapon Modification" allows you to imbue your weapons with various effects, letting you further specialize your favorite gear! However, scientific progress and sacrifices (and funds) go hand-in-hand...! Luck is part of your skill, too. Good luck, Chaya![/p][p][/p][h3]【12】 Encyclopedia Feature[/h3][p]An adventure encyclopedia covering everything from enemy info to material locations and companion profiles is here! Now you can learn all about that character you've been curious about.
You can check it anytime from the start menu![/p][p][/p][h3]【13】 Steam Achievements[/h3][p]Following many requests, we've implemented Steam Achievements for the full release! (Yay!)
You can now be recognized for the various things you've experienced in the game, such as defeating tough enemies, developing new bread, and special events! If you manage to complete them all, you'll undoubtedly be a "True Hero of Aeruta"! 🦊✨
[/p][p]The Story Finally Reaches Its Climax...[/p][p]The truth surrounding the Aeruta Crystal will be revealed. And will Chaya finally become a true hero? Please, witness the conclusion with your own eyes.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]From the early stages of development until today, we've added far more elements than we ever imagined. Affinity events, expanded skill trees, weapon modification, the Patti Farm...

All of these were challenges to make the world of Aeruta richer.
The development workload increased proportionally, but we firmly believe it has resulted in a game that you will enjoy even more.
[/p][p]We'd like to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude to our publisher, "Gravity Game Arise," who has supported us.

With so much new content, the amount of text doubled, drastically increasing the difficulty of translation and localization. The debugging process also became far more complex.

Yet, they never complained. Instead, they carefully discussed the meaning of the text and character personalities, loved this game just as we do, and supported us in bringing it to the world.
Their passion was a tremendous encouragement to us.

And above all, we send our sincerest thanks to all the players who have given us feedback and support.

Your comments on social media, your pointers during playtests—every single one was a driving force to make Aeruta better.

As a small team of six, we couldn't be as active on social media as we would have liked.
But we hope to convey our gratitude directly through this dev log.

To everyone who has supported us over this past year and a half. Thank you so much.

And now, November 5th is almost here. Nervousness, excitement, and anticipation. All sorts of emotions are bubbling up and popping.[/p][p]But one thing we truly hope is that Aeruta will be a warm adventure for you, one that gives you a little bit of courage.[/p][p][/p][p]Finally, if you're looking for... A game where you can enjoy both "healing and adventure," A peaceful, happy journey "traveling while baking bread"— ...please add Aeruta to your Wishlist and look forward to the release.[/p][p]—A bread revolution that will take the world by storm begins now!
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[/p][p]*All images are from in-development gameplay[/p]

[p]Hello, everyone!
This is the Aeruta development team.

Thank you always for your continued support of Aeruta.
Today, we have a very important announcement to share with you all.[/p][p][/p][h3]🎉Aeruta’s official release date is set![/h3][p]After approximately one and a half years of development since the early access version launched in May 2024, we have decided to officially release the game on Steam Wednesday, November 5th, 2025!

The entire team is thrilled to finally share the completed game with everyone! We’d like to extend our deepest gratitude to every one of you who have supported us this far.[/p][p][/p][h3]🌸A brand new key visual![/h3][p]To coincide with the official release, we've updated our key visual![/p][p]
This cheerful and adorable illustration perfectly captures the energy of Chaya and Effie as they strive in their adventures, both in the bakery and aiming to become a full-fledged adventurer!
[/p][p]Big thank you to the artist Retsuna for creating this wonderful illustration![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🦊Our deepest gratitude to the Early Access players[/h3][p]First and foremost, thank you so much for supporting this project over the past year and a half!

Your encouragement and feedback have been a tremendous driving force, enabling us to focus wholeheartedly on development. Your support was also a vital compass that ensured we never lost sight of our vision for Aeruta.
We sincerely thank everyone who helped bring this world to life.

To express our gratitude, we’ve prepared a little gift for you: a Patti costume usable in the “Patti Ranch.”🍞🎁
This item will be available to use after updating to the official release version of Aeruta.
Please dress up your favorite Patti and shower it with lots of love![/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]
As we wrap up the remaining loose ends on development, all that's left is to look forward to the official release!

Even in this final stretch, we're still working hard to polish things to the highest quality!
We can't wait to share the finished work with everyone
[/p][p]Please look forward to the official release on November 5th🦊🍞
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[p]Hello everyone![/p][p][/p][p]Thank you as always for supporting Aeruta![/p][p][/p][p]We’re excited to announce that Aeruta will be exhibited at Tokyo Game Show 2025, held at Makuhari Messe starting Thursday, September 25th![/p][p]You’ll be able to experience a brand-new island ahead of release and also receive exclusive original novelties available only at the venue. Don’t miss the chance to visit our booth![/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]◇ Experience upcoming full-release content in advance![/h3][p]At this event, you’ll get the chance to play part of the additional content planned for the official release—before anyone else![/p][p][/p][p]Embark on an adventure on the “Third Island,” where you’ll pursue the fate of the Aeruta Crystal, develop new bread recipes using fresh ingredients, and raise your own Patti Ranch by recruiting and nurturing Pattis. Packed with exciting new content, this is the perfect opportunity to preview what’s coming in the full version![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Please note: Game content shown at the event may differ from the specifications in the official release. This demo includes content previously available in the “Steam Playtest” that began on September 5.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]【Tokyo Game Show 2025 Overview】[/h3][p]Event Dates[/p]

• [p]Business Days: September 25 (Thu) – September 26 (Fri), 10:00 – 17:00[/p]
• [p]Public Days: September 27 (Sat), 9:30 – 17:00 / September 28 (Sun), 9:30 – 16:30[/p]

[p][/p][p]Official TGS Website[/p][p]https://tgs.cesa.or.jp/jp[/p][p][/p][p]Aeruta Booth
Hall 11-C11 (Gravity Game Arise Booth)[/p][p][/p][h3]◇ Exclusive venue novelties![/h3][p]Players who try out Aeruta at the venue will receive an original hand towel.
This novelty is only available at TGS, so be sure to take it home as a memento of your visit![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]◇ Special TGS Exhibition Sale![/h3][p]To celebrate our appearance at Tokyo Game Show 2025, we’re holding a special sale![/p][p]During the event period, you can purchase Aeruta for 10% OFF at 1,260 yen. Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer![/p][p][/p][p]Sale Period
September 18 (Thu), 3:00 AM – September 29 (Mon), 3:00 AM (PDT)[/p][p][/p][p]Sale Price [/p][p]$14.99 → $13.49 (10% OFF)[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]We’re truly looking forward to meeting you all at the venue!
Thank you again for your continued support of Aeruta![/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Official Website: [/p][p]https://aeruta.startgravity.jp/[/p][p][/p]

[p]Hello everyone!
Thank you for enjoying the Steam Playtest version of Aeruta.
The following are the details of this update. [/p][h2]
Patch Notes for 2025/09/12[/h2][h3]Bug fixed[/h3]

• [p] Fixed an issue where some skills were not functioning properly.
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[p]Finally, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to everyone supporting Aeruta.

We welcome your honest opinions. We hope you'll continue to support us to make Aeruta the best game possible! [/p][hr][/hr][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]
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