Sugardew Island - Your cozy farm shop News

In this diary, we’re diving into one of the most rewarding parts of your cozy adventure—running your very own shop! Whether you’re stocking shelves with fresh produce, helping customers or upgrading your space to make it even better, your shop is at the heart of the island! So, let’s take a closer look at how selling, negotiating, and upgrading all come together to create a satisfying and cozy loop!

[h3]Your Shop: Where the profit happens🏪[/h3]
Your shop is apart of one of the core cozy game loops, all your hard-earned produce can either be crafted into something else, or sold for Sugardew - the main currency of the Island. Sugardew can be traded for seeds, upgrades or little boots and benefits like fertilizer or candy to restore stamina.




[h3]Stocking: Watch your shelf!📦➡️🛒[/h3]
Once you place your items on the shelves and open for the day, the island’s forest folk will stop by to shop. They’ll pick out what they want, pay at the till, and sometimes—if they need a little extra convincing—you might have to step in and make the sale.



[h3]Negotiation: The art of the deal💪💰
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Some customers won’t make a purchase right away, and that’s where your persuasion skills come in! You can go all-in for a bigger profit (with the risk of scaring them off) or take a gentler approach with a small discount for a more reliable sale.



[h3]Upgrades: Upgrades people, upgrades!🏗️💖[/h3]
Every sale not only earns you Sugardew but also helps restore Harmony to the island. As you progress, you’ll unlock new tools, bigger shop spaces, and even more plants and creatures to tend to!



[h3]Growth: Bigger is better📈🏡
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Upgrading your shop comes with plenty of perks. The first expansion allows you to stock more items and introduces handy features like the universal chest. Plus, it makes your shop feel even more inviting!



That’s all for now! Whether you’re carefully curating your stock, mastering the art of negotiation, or growing your business into something truly special, we’re excited to see how you make your shop your own. Let us know your favorite features—and what you’d love to see next!


Thank you for your support 💓
Team rokaplay

[h3]Hey everyone![/h3]

We want to express our heartfelt thanks for all your incredible feedback, it’s truly amazing to see so many of you actively participating! 🎉The first Kickstarter backers have now gained access to the full version, and your feedback has been invaluable in helping us improve the game.

[h3]Our Plan for the Coming Weeks[/h3]
We're working hard on your bug reports and planning to release updates every Friday (subject to change) for beta users. Only one month until release – we're giving it our all! 🚀

[h3]Today's Fixes & Improvements[/h3]
✅ Shop tables: Inventory bag was broken
✅ Item placement (B): Canceling now works correctly for bag, chest, and table
✅ CountPanel: Darker background for better readability
✅ CountPanel: X-Button now properly in the background
✅ RB/LB: Better positioning & improved visibility
✅ Controller & mouse input: Fix for “Feed All” input prompt
✅ Upgrades: Now properly unlock when loading a savegame
✅ Controller navigation: Now works without needing to press a button first
✅ Mailbox popup: No longer opens at incorrect moments
✅ Missing description text for dead plants added
✅ Corrected term for "Place" in inventory
✅ Renamed “Reward” → “Unlocks”
✅ Multiple seeds per day from animals? (Still under testing)
✅ Various text improvements
✅ Handbook bug with controller input fixed
✅ Some sound issues fixed
❓ Intro videos on Steam Deck: Fix implemented, but not yet tested 😉

And that’s just part of the improvements – we’ve fixed even more!

We’ll continue working on Monday, and we’re absolutely loving all your feedback.
Thank you so much for your support – you’re amazing! 💖

Team rokaplay

[h2]Hello Cozy Shopkeepers![/h2]

We're thrilled to announce that Sugardew Island is releasing on March the 7th 🥳

There's not much longer before you get to unwind, relax and manage your little homestead and shop!
We've put together a new little trailer that showcases some more of the romance

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Tell us, what are you looking forward to the most!
We've got some more developer diaries on the way so you might just get a glimpse!

Thank you for your support 💓
Team rokaplay

Welcome to the first dev diary for Sugardew Island! We will be releasing diaries to keep folks up to date with our plans and announcements!

Today, we’re diving into one of the most fundamental aspects of our cozy farming game: The Farming! From tilling the soil to harvesting your crops, every farming mechanic has been carefully designed to ensure a relaxing, pressure-free experience while maintaining the charm and satisfaction of a well-run farm.

[h3]Tilling: Preparing the Soil[/h3]
Before you can plant your crops, you’ll need to till the soil. Using your trusty hoe, you can prepare patches of land to make them ready for planting. Sugardew Island uses tiles, so it is easy to work with and aesthetically pleasing, so this process is quick and effortless—perfect for casual play sessions. With tool upgrades, you can till multiple tiles at once, making farming even smoother!




[h3]Planting: Sowing the Seeds
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Once your soil is prepared, it’s time to plant your seeds! You can purchase a variety of seeds from Trader Tomte, each with its own growing time and selling price. You can watch these plants grow overtime, at your own pace, as there’s no deadlines or rush to get them ready!



[h3]Watering: Keeping Your Crops Happy
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Just like in classic farming games, your crops need water to thrive. Every morning, you’ll grab your watering can and tend to your plants to ensure steady growth. Over time, you can upgrade your watering can to cover more tiles at once, making large-scale farming more convenient.



[h3]Fertilizing: Boosting Your Harvest
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To get the most out of your crops, you can craft and apply fertilizer. Fertilizer speeds up growth. You can gather ingredients for fertilizer by composting weeds and other natural resources found on the island. This system encourages players to explore and use every resource efficiently, also you can craft from your chest - because we know how important that is!!



[h3]Harvesting: Reaping the Rewards
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After days of patient care, it’s time to harvest your crops! Crops can either be sold directly in your farm shop, used in Harmony Tree quests, or even processed into other goods to sell at higher prices.



Final Thoughts

We designed farming in Sugardew Island to be relaxing and rewarding, ensuring that every step—from tilling to harvesting—feels smooth, cozy, and fulfilling. We’ve got more to show, now that those fundamentals are down, next time we’ll be showing off the economics and shopkeeping!

Thank you for your support 💓
Team rokaplay

[h3]Hey Friends ! 👋[/h3]

Get ready, cozy fans! This isn’t just any trailer – it’s packed with brand-new gameplay footage and fresh features you’ve never seen before. Discover more of what makes Sugardew Island the ultimate farm shop adventure. 🌟

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[h3]🚨 Save the Date: March 2025! 🚨[/h3]

­Sugardew Island is coming to PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch this March. And for all you collectors out there, physical editions for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch are landing in March. Time to make room on your shelf!

[h3]🐦 Help Us Go Viral! 🐦[/h3]

­We just dropped the trailer on Xitter (Twitter), and we need your help to make waves. 👉 Like & Retweet

Every like, every share helps spread the cozy vibes of Sugardew Island. Let’s make this the game everyone’s talking about! 💬



Thank you for your support 💓
Team rokaplay