Tinkerlands News

[h3]Heya, Tinkerlanders![/h3]

Only 3 days left until Tinkerlands sets sail into Early Access!

Prepare to leave the safety of your settlement behind as you venture across a magical archipelago full of danger and mystery. Whether you're flying solo or bringing a co-op partner, survival won't be easy — but it will be unforgettable!



Gather resources, fix your ship, and discover ancient secrets hidden deep within these enchanted isles.

Your adventure is about to begin…

[h3]Heya, Tinkerlanders![/h3]

We’ve got great news to share with you!


We've tracked down and fixed some major issues, as well as balanced a bit better the economy and enemy spawn rate. We've also heard your concerns about the demo having less content than the previous one, so the Caves are back in the demo!

Here's a small summary of changes that we've made to the current demo:

[h3]Content[/h3]
- The Caves are now accessible.

[h3]Balance[/h3]
- Reduced enemy spawn rate.
- Reduced enemy aggro range.
- Talisman (accessory to reduce enemy spawn rate) is now sold by the Merchant.
- Added difficulty. This reduces enemy spawn rate, aggro, HP and damage.

[h3]Economy[/h3]
- Reduced the price of most early items in shops.
- Guide quests now reward some money.

[h3]Side Activities[/h3]
- Early fishing accessories can now be bought in the Fisherman's shop.
- Early cooking spices can now be bought in the Chef's shop.
- Slightly reduced the difficulty of common fishes.

And to celebrate the return of underground adventures and other improvements, we’re launching the first community contest! 🥳 We’d love to see what inspires you most – be it through art, creativity, or sharing your hard-earned knowledge.


Unleash your imagination and showcase your talents across three contest categories - then share your entries on our official Discord server!

🖌️ Art Contest
Draw your favorite mob, an epic battle, or even a crab - anything Tinkerlands inspires you to create! Submit your artwork as an image or short video in the #community-contest channel on Discord, and add the tag to your post.

🛠️ Home Design & Management
Show off your Tinkerbase in action! Whether it’s cozy, chaotic, or clever—we want to see it. Share a screenshot or a video (max 30 seconds) of your best setup in the #community-contest channel, tagged with .

📘 “How To” Guides
If you’re an experienced Tinkerlander, help newcomers by sharing your expertise! Post a short video or written guide with tips, tricks, or walkthroughs - anything that helps new players get started the smart way - in the #community-contest channel, tagged with .

[h3]Prizes & Deadline[/h3]We’ll select the best submissions in each category. Winners will receive:

🎁 Early Access key to each category best participants
🎁 Supporter Bundle key (includes special goodies!) for winners across different categories

[h3]📅 Winners will be announced on May 22, just one day before the Early Access launch![/h3]
Get creative, have fun, and don’t forget to post your work in our Discord server!
We can't wait to see what you come up with!

🚀 Stay tuned – May 23 is almost here!

[h3]Heya, Tinkerlanders![/h3]

We’ve been waiting a long time to say this, and now it’s finally official...

[h3]TINKERLANDS ENTERS EARLY ACCESS ON MAY 23![/h3]
Yes, you read that right – the magical world of Tinkerlands is opening its gates very soon, and we can’t wait for you to step in! To mark the occasion, we’ve put together a brand new trailer that gives a sneak peek at what’s waiting for you in the Early Access version. Check it out here:

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But that’s not all…

[h3]Try the New Demo – Your Adventure Starts Now![/h3]
To help you freshen up your survival instincts before launch, we’ve also released a brand-new updated demo! This isn’t just a teaser – it now includes the actual starting content of the Early Access build:
✔️ Side activities
✔️ New items
✔️ Updated visuals
✔️ Gameplay and system improvements etc.

And the best part? Your save will carry over into Early Access! That means you can start exploring, crafting, and preparing for the vast adventure ahead – right now.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3185760/Tinkerlands_Demo/

[h3]See You Soon![/h3]

We’re so grateful for your patience and support throughout development. It’s been quite the journey, and we couldn’t have made it here without you. Now it’s almost time to sail into the full adventure, and we’re beyond excited to share this magical world with you!

Join us on Discord to share your thoughts, ask questions, or simply celebrate the big news together! 💬

Stay tuned – May 23 is just around the corner!

[h3]Heya, Tinkerlanders![/h3]
We’re back with a quick development update! While there’s not a ton of flashy news this time, we’ve been hard at work polishing singleplayer, fine-tuning balance and progression, checking localization and tackling multiplayer bugfixing - an absolute beast of a task.

As for Early Access, we’re still finalizing the best release window, balancing development progress with the ideal launch timing. But rest assured, Tinkerlands is coming in Q2 2025 (no later than June!), and we’re doing everything we can to bring it to you as soon as possible.

As usual, here’s a little sneak peek at this month’s improvements:

[h2]Steamdeck Gamepad Integration[/h2]
We’ve fully integrated gamepad support for Steam Deck players, ensuring a smooth and immersive experience!


[h2]Teleportation Portals[/h2]
Mysterious portals are appearing across the main island! Unlocking them will make your journey much faster - keep an eye out for these strange anomalies.


[h2]Hidden recipes[/h2]
Some powerful recipes are now hidden, only unlocked after specific battles. Check your inventory after major encounters - you might have discovered something new!


[h2]New Optional Island: Isle Goblin[/h2]
The goblins are more advanced than they seem - our collaboration with Isle Goblin will give you a glimpse from both sides of the conflict!


[h2]New Boss: Overgrown Crab[/h2]
Did you kill a few harmless crabs in the demo? Well, karma is real - get ready to face the consequences in the form of a massive, vengeful Overgrown Crab!


[h2]Community Art & Inspiration[/h2]
Our community creativity never fails to inspire us, and we just had to share this incredible piece with you! Huge shoutout to Neonix for this amazing artwork!


Want to share your own art, ideas, or just some kind words? Join our Discord community - we’d love to have you there! And thank you for your patience and support - you’ll be the first to know when it’s time to set sail. Stay tuned! 🚀

[h3]Heya, Tinkerlanders![/h3]
We’re back with another devlog to keep you in the loop on everything we’ve been working on! This month, our focus has been on polishing, bug fixing, and adding some quality-of-life improvements. Let’s dive in and see what’s new!

[h2]A Handy New Tool[/h2]
Early Access will introduce a brand-new drill tool - a powerful combination of pickaxe and axe to make resource gathering faster and easier. Check it out in action!


[h2]Fishing That Feels Right[/h2]
It’s a small detail, but we value realism! The fishing line has been reworked to look more natural instead of, well… cardboard.


[h2]Improved Lighting System[/h2]
Caves just got a whole lot cozier! We're feeling like this improved lighting system is going to make underground exploration more immersive. Check out this before/after - what do you think?


[h2]No More Walking on Water[/h2]
We know it was weird that you could walk through the ocean like it was a puddle. Now, entities will go under water when moving through the ocean, adding a bit more realism!


[h2]Mechanisms for Risk-Takers[/h2]
Looking for a challenge and extra loot? We’ve expanded the cable system with timers and new enemy summoning statues, adding more depth to traps and puzzles.


[h2]Item Placement Updates (WIP)[/h2]
It’s still in early stages, but we’re making great progress on placing windows, items on tables, and decorations on walls. Here’s a sneak peek (excuse the placeholder sprites!)


[h2]Biome Beautification - Coraline Fields Rework[/h2]
Coraline Fields are shaping up beautifully! This specific area is home to floating jellyfish and other surprises - here’s a glimpse of its latest rework.


[h2]Class Progression Items[/h2]
We’ve added 20+ new items to enhance class builds! For example, here's a showcase of the new accesory that allows arrows to track enemies for precise shots. Check it out!


That’s all for now! We’re working hard to bring you the best version of Tinkerlands possible. Let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned for more updates! ✨