Machine Designer & More in Vending Dokan's First Major Update!
Hey everyone!
We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes, pouring every ounce of energy into making Vending Dokan better, smoother, and more full of life. Now we’re finally ready to show you what we’ve been working on, and trust us, it was worth the wait. Let’s get into it 👇
Yes, you read that right.
The full vending machine designer is now live!
This is something we’ve wanted to do since day one. Create a deep, expressive designer that lets you make machines the way racing games let you customise cars. And now, it’s here.
You can find the Designer in the Customization tab of every machine. You’ll be able to change colors, apply patterns, add decals, and more.
Even better: Steam Workshop is fully supported in the non-demo version. You can upload your own creations or browse other players’ machines via the right-hand panel. Unforutnetly due to how steam workshop works with demos, we aren't able to allow you to upload or download creations from the workshop in the demo version of the game.
[h3]Looking ahead, we’ll be adding:[/h3]
We can’t wait to see what you create.
You’ll now be able to preview a brand-new location: Galaxy Rise, nestled in the heart of the city’s shopping district.
While it’s not playable just yet, this preview gives a first look at how diverse the vibes and aesthetics of our locations will be across the full game. From quiet alleyways to bustling malls, each spot will have its own personality and Galaxy Rise is bursting with colour, signage, and a fast-paced, big-city energy.
Stay tuned, this is just one of several new areas we’re cooking up.
One of the biggest new features: the Reward Machine is here, and it’s for you.
This is a fully buildable machine that charges in real time. That means speeding the game up won’t affect it. It’s designed to slot gently into your real-life routine. The longer you leave it charging, the rarer and more valuable the rewards become. There are 5 lights on top to show its charge level.
The idea is simple: just play, and get rewarded.
You’ll be able to earn in-game money, exclusive decorations, and even new music tracks, all only available through this system. We think it’s going to become a fan favorite.
The reward machine is currently unavailable in the demo as we continue to playtest with our patreon community :)
We’ll be watching your feedback closely and will be running another survey very soon, so let us know what you think, what you love, and what you want more of!
And we’re not done yet, there’s so much more exciting news coming soon. Make sure to keep an eye out so you don’t miss it.
We’ve just launched our Aftabi Games influencer sign-up form!
If you're a YouTuber, streamer, TikToker, or just love sharing games with your audience, you can sign up here and we’ll be in touch.
Thank you so much for reading, and for your continued support!
– The Aftabi Games team 💛
We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes, pouring every ounce of energy into making Vending Dokan better, smoother, and more full of life. Now we’re finally ready to show you what we’ve been working on, and trust us, it was worth the wait. Let’s get into it 👇
🎨 Machine Designer
Yes, you read that right.
The full vending machine designer is now live!
This is something we’ve wanted to do since day one. Create a deep, expressive designer that lets you make machines the way racing games let you customise cars. And now, it’s here.
You can find the Designer in the Customization tab of every machine. You’ll be able to change colors, apply patterns, add decals, and more.
Even better: Steam Workshop is fully supported in the non-demo version. You can upload your own creations or browse other players’ machines via the right-hand panel. Unforutnetly due to how steam workshop works with demos, we aren't able to allow you to upload or download creations from the workshop in the demo version of the game.
[h3]Looking ahead, we’ll be adding:[/h3]
- Unlockable stickers via milestones and the Reward Machine
- Brand-specific stickers that affect how customers perceive your business
- Fancy finishes like foil and galaxy colors (✨👀)
We can’t wait to see what you create.
🌃 Sneak Peek: Galaxy Rise
You’ll now be able to preview a brand-new location: Galaxy Rise, nestled in the heart of the city’s shopping district.
While it’s not playable just yet, this preview gives a first look at how diverse the vibes and aesthetics of our locations will be across the full game. From quiet alleyways to bustling malls, each spot will have its own personality and Galaxy Rise is bursting with colour, signage, and a fast-paced, big-city energy.
Stay tuned, this is just one of several new areas we’re cooking up.
🎁 Reward Machine!
One of the biggest new features: the Reward Machine is here, and it’s for you.
This is a fully buildable machine that charges in real time. That means speeding the game up won’t affect it. It’s designed to slot gently into your real-life routine. The longer you leave it charging, the rarer and more valuable the rewards become. There are 5 lights on top to show its charge level.
The idea is simple: just play, and get rewarded.
You’ll be able to earn in-game money, exclusive decorations, and even new music tracks, all only available through this system. We think it’s going to become a fan favorite.
The reward machine is currently unavailable in the demo as we continue to playtest with our patreon community :)
🎵 Other Additions & Improvements
- New music! Our composer Jellyfox has been crafting more lo-fi bops to keep you company while you manage your vending empire.
- Better tooltips and tutorials. We saw some of you didn’t realise the game could be sped up, now that’s much clearer. Customer groups are also easier to identify at a glance.
- More customer variety! You’ll see more diversity in customer appearances, while keeping each group easily recognisable.
- Improved build menu. Items are now organized into categories with visual cues for what’s available to purchase.
- New secondary currency: Vend Points. Earned through purchases made at your machines. Some items, like the Reward Machine, will require these.
- Box buying & basket tweaks. You can now buy items by the box, and use your mouse wheel while hovering over the "Add" button to quickly stack up.
- Atmosphere updates. We reworked ambient and environmental sounds to make your spaces feel even cozier and more alive.
We’ll be watching your feedback closely and will be running another survey very soon, so let us know what you think, what you love, and what you want more of!
And we’re not done yet, there’s so much more exciting news coming soon. Make sure to keep an eye out so you don’t miss it.
🎥 Are you a content creator?
We’ve just launched our Aftabi Games influencer sign-up form!
If you're a YouTuber, streamer, TikToker, or just love sharing games with your audience, you can sign up here and we’ll be in touch.
Thank you so much for reading, and for your continued support!
– The Aftabi Games team 💛