The Whims of the Gods News

[p][/p][p]Dear city-builder & co-op games community![/p][p]We’ve prepared a small update for our game demo! It’s just a minor patch, but it fixes some important issues you’ve reported – thanks a lot for all the feedback![/p][p][/p][p]Changes & Fixes ✅[/p][p][/p]

• [p]Fixed the progress bar in the research station after loading a save.[/p]
• [p]The timer in the research station now correctly counts time when discovering new tech.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where, after opening the settings window multiple times, UI elements started overlapping.[/p]
• [p]Improved canceling range movement on builds in the shipping version.[/p]
• [p]Changed the map name shown in Steam Rich Presence from “Test_wojtek_2” to the correct one.[/p]
• [p]The timer in the totem now correctly counts time during rituals.[/p]
• [p]Prevented moving people into buildings that already hit their population cap — before, there was no limit, and players could cause overpopulation (e.g., stuffing everyone into one hut). Also fixed ritual breakage caused by overpopulation during the ritual.[/p]
• [p]You can no longer select an overcrowded hut in the totem — and if a building is overcrowded, the population number will now display in red.[/p]
• [p]Fixed the priest’s animation and staff position in the totem.[/p]
• [p]Disabled switching to the test map.[/p]
• [p]Changed the keys for increasing and decreasing the custom range in buildings.[/p]
• [p]Fixed occasional floating objects above workers after they were dismissed.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Let us know if you spot anything else! Thanks again for playing the demo and for all the support you've shown us. Oh, and don’t forget to give the updated demo another try![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]---[/p][p]Best,[/p][p]PJ GAMES Team[/p]

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Dear city-builder & co-op games community!

We've just released an improved demo based on your feedback so far! This update includes the changes detailed below, which we've been gradually implementing. Check out the changelog below and have the most fun with the updated demo of The Whims of the Gods! [/p][p][/p][p]Changes & Fixes ✅[/p][p][/p]

• [p] Added a confirmation window when exiting to the menu or quitting the game, asking if the player wants to save the game. It also shows the time of the last save.[/p]
• [p] Fixed a visual bug where game speed was accelerated, but the button still showed the normal speed state.[/p]
• [p] In the demo version, the stockpile is now editable by the second player by default.[/p]
• [p] The "Allow edit by second player" button for buildings now correctly changes to the selected state and lights up — previously, it wasn’t visibly selected.[/p]
• [p] The pause icon in the building’s bottom toolbar is now centered properly.[/p]
• [p] Fixed a hover tooltip with the resource name staying visible after selecting it from the factory swap panel.[/p]
• [p] Adjusted click-through behavior on worker and animal widgets.[/p]
• [p] Fixed a stuck worker in the drying house — previously, if they were returning with resources and the required resource changed, they dropped the box and went idle.[/p]
• [p] Boxes that spawn on top of buildings are now automatically teleported to the spawn point. Previously, only buildings spawning on boxes handled this properly.[/p]
• [p] Fixed villagers not being reassigned to houses after a ritual, in cases where a farm existed.[/p]
• [p] Disabled the pink player icon in ritual outcome if playing in single-player mode.[/p]
• [p] Fixed the woodcutter freezing if the building was paused during tree cutting.[/p]
• [p] Fixed capacity handling in the furnace — now it's possible to take away excess (> capacity) resources needed elsewhere.[/p]
• [p] Fixed swap panel in the furnace — previously, it was possible to deselect all resources and have an empty list.[/p]
• [p] Fixed bug where, after every burning cycle, the receiver was being reconnected to the furnace.[/p]
• [p] Fixed issue preventing the energy panel from being reconnected to the receiver.[/p]
• [p] Corrected map name and difficulty level display in save files.
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[p]Known Issues (we’re working on it!): 🛠️[/p][p] [/p]

• [p] If the shrine cutscene plays during the tutorial, the tutorial can't be continued.[/p]
• [p] When changing production in the butcher's, animals can spawn inside the building.[/p]
• [p] Changing the range of a collector’s building cannot be cancelled using right-click (workaround: always change range directly, cancellation doesn’t work).[/p]
• [p] Villagers may get stuck delivering resources to a construction site if the save was made while they were picking something up (e.g., from a Foraging Camp).
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Don't forget to update your demo version!

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We’re happy to announce that the demo for The Whims of the Gods is now live on Steam! To celebrate this special moment, we’re also thrilled to unveil our brand-new official trailer. It captures the spirit, tension, and beauty of shaping a civilization under divine watch - building, surviving, and facing the unpredictable whims of ancient gods. Check out the newest trailer! In this free demo, you’ll begin your journey in a world where a new civilization takes root. Whether playing solo or with a friend in online co-op, your mission is to lead your people, manage their needs, and navigate the blessings and burdens from the gods above.

Here’s what you can expect to experience:

• Construct and expand your city with a variety of early-game buildings
• Set up food chains, gather resources, and meet your people's evolving demands
• Make meaningful tech decisions that shape your civilization's direction
• Explore a handcrafted map shrouded in fog
• Invoke the gods for blessings or risk provoking their wrath
• Survive core challenges like hunger, happiness, and housing stability
• Play alone or in online two-player co-op

To make the most of this demo phase, we’ve set up a dedicated feedback channel right here on Steam. If you run into issues, have suggestions, or just want to share your thoughts, we’d love to hear from you. Your feedback is crucial as we shape the path forward!

Drop your feedback here and let us know what you think! If you enjoy your time with the demo, we’d be incredibly grateful if you left a quick review. It helps spread the word and gives the game more visibility - it really does make a difference

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Thanks again for being here at the beginning of this journey. We can’t wait to hear how your civilization fares under the watchful eyes of the gods. But... we’ve also got some exciting news! We have officially partnered with Crytivo, a publisher known for supporting player-focused games and vibrant communities.




Crytivo is a company that has gained recognition in the market, combining experimentation with different genres and the search for new and exceptional experiences. They’re also loved for their open communication with players and regular game updates. Gamers across the world, and dedicated gaming communities, already know Crytivo for backing some truly beloved projects. Now, we’re proud to be joining forces with them!

We hope you will enjoy the demo! Make sure to follow us here on Steam or Discord to stay up to date with the game news! Also, make sure to wishlist the main game if you like it!

Best,
PJ GAMES Team

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We’re excited to announce that The Whims of the Gods will be part of Steam’s Next Fest starting Monday, June 9th! The public demo will be available from June 9 at 12 PM CST | 10 AM PST | 1 PM EST until June 16, and we can’t wait for you to experience a slice of what we’ve been building. You’ll get a hands-on feel for city-building, resource management, technological progression, co-op gameplay, survival systems, and early divine interactions. It’s designed to give you a strong first impression of the systems and gameplay depth we're working toward.

We’d love to hear your feedback in our dedicated Steam forum section for the upcoming demo.

Thanks for joining us on this journey. See you in the demo!

Sincerely,
PJ GAMES team

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2642390/The_Whims_of_the_Gods/

Dear strategic city-building fans!

Today is a special day in Poland, and we celebrate a significant historical moment. Back in 1791, the Four-Year Court adopted a constitution that brought major changes to the country's political and social systems.

To mark this occasion, we are excited to invite you to check out our game. As of today, the Polish Constitution Days are live on Steam, and we are thrilled to be part of it! From April 26 to May 3, you will find The Whims of the Gods featured alongside other amazing games from Polish developers, worth exploring!

➡️ Polish Constitution Days 2025 ⬅️

In The Whims of the Gods, you will step into the shoes of ancient city pioneers, building and protecting a thriving metropolis. Team up with another player, manage your city’s needs, fortify its defenses, and fend off threats from deep within the volcano. Oh, and don’t forget about the whims of the gods - they are not exactly fans of your efforts.

Let us know in the comments if you’ve added the game to your wishlist. What better time to do it than now? The Constitution Day of May 3 is the perfect occasion for it.

And be sure to follow us on our social channels for more behind-the-scenes insights and updates on The Whims of the Gods. We have got lots of exciting stuff coming up!