Exotica Pet Shop Simulator 2 News

[p]We are working hard on Exotica Pet Shop Simulator 2 – the full version of the game will feature new rodents, and significantly fewer bugs (the computer kind, not the ones for your terrarium).[/p][p]We still have some work to do, but we guarantee it will be worth it! Thank you for being with us and following the development of the game ❤️[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Added: [/h2]

• [p]Chinchilla - Cute little rodents that love to live in herds.[/p]
• [p]Holland Lop Rabbit - one of the most miniature breeds of lop-eared rabbits.[/p]
• [p]Rex Rabbit - This breed of rabbit is characterized by a stylized nose and pointed ears.[/p]
• [p]Hotot Rabbit - A beautiful white rabbit with black eyes. [/p]
• [p]Models for “baby, egg, nest box” that appear during animal reproduction have been added.
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[p][/p][p][/p][p]And now something for those who are already testing our demo! We have made a few fixes and minor changes to make the gameplay even more enjoyable. [/p][p][/p][h2] Changes in demo:[/h2]

• [p]The tutorial has been made more intuitive.[/p]
• [p]Feed box textures have been updated.[/p]
• [p]Product models on the shelves have been optimized.[/p]
• [p]The key points for animals in the item tree have been rearranged. (The points required to unlock some animals have been increased.)[/p]
• [p]The sorting priority for the Save and Load list has been changed so that the most recent date appears at the top.[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Thanks for playing!
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[p]A new demo update is here, introducing new species, visual enhancements, and a range of quality-of-life improvements, bug fixes, and optimizations to make your pet shop even smoother to manage. [/p][p] [/p][hr][/hr][h3]
Changelog[/h3][p]Added:[/p]

• [p]3 Piranhas Fierce and fast. A dangerous but fascinating addition to any aquarium section.
  
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• [p]4 Goldfish: A colorful and relaxing classic. These peaceful fish are perfect for beginner pet shop owners.
  
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• [p]1 Hyacinth Macaw Bright blue and highly intelligent - this large parrot brings energy and personality to your bird enclosures. [/p]

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Changes:[/p]

• [p]The animal type is now displayed on the screen when using animal transport bags[/p]
• [p]Lamp lighting visuals have been improved - illuminated areas are now more clearly visible[/p]
• [p]NPC positions near habitats and shelves have been rebalanced for better spacing and realism[/p]
• [p]Aquarium fish capacity doubled – you can now house more fish in each tank[/p]
• [p]Terrarium stands now show the maximum number of animals instead of the minimum (note: large species will still limit how many can be added)[/p]
• [p]Character limit applied to the names of adopted animals[/p]
• [p]Windows and doors are now included in quick wall painting when using the Shift key[/p]
• [p]Product stands optimized for better performance and stability
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[p]Bug Fixes:[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where the delivery area could be positioned outside the map[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where a worker would still start mop-cleaning animations after the player finished the task [/p]

[p]Other:[/p]

• [p] The character's jumping feature has been removed for improved gameplay consistency[/p]

[p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Thanks for playing! [/p][p]More species, systems, and updates are in development - stay tuned. [/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[h3]Roof Placement is now easier![/h3][p]The roof installation system has been changed to an easier system! It’s now much more intuitive - no more needing to paint the roof walls manually. You can see the difference in the below before-and-after comparison. [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Changelog[/h3][p] Added/New[/p]

• [p]A new shortcut has been added to the Tools Menu for easier access to "Q" feed slots. Swapping between feeds is now much smoother.[/p]
• [p]A character limit has been added to signs. (Max: 10 letters)[/p]

[p]Changes[/p]

• [p]Roof placement method updated - It's now easier and doesn't require painting the roof walls.[/p]
• [p]Working agency renewal shortened - Now set to 7 days instead of 15.[/p]
• [p]Animal placement animation removed -Dropping animals into their habitats is now instant.[/p]
• [p]Bed and bowl split - Beds and food bowls for adopted animals are now separate objects, both found in construction mode.[/p]
• [p]Feed/accessory placement reworked - You no longer get locked in place while placing multiple items. Just hold LMB to place, or use "C" to collect back into the box fluidly.[/p]
• [p]Improved: Storekeeper behavior has been optimized.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted: Store leveling now requires less EXP - level up faster![/p]

[p]Fixes[/p]

• [p]Fixed: Workers no longer leave items floating mid-air when dismissed mid-task.[/p]
• [p]Fixed: You can’t place the computer desk outside anymore.[/p]
• [p]Fixed: Signs now correctly attach to the edges of new roofs.[/p]
• [p]Fixed: Construction mode now remembers the last object’s placement direction properly. [/p]

[p]Hello,[/p][p]We released a small update with some QoL improvements and fixes. Thank you very much for the feedback![/p][p][/p][h2]Changelog[/h2][p]ADDITIONS[/p]

• [p]Added ability to open/close shop and send customers out of the store.[/p]
• [p]Added previously missing WASD and zoom key indicators in Build Mode.[/p]
• [p]Added a video tutorial to the tutorial screen displayed at game start. (Videos can be accessed later from the computer.)[/p]
• [p]Added functionality to move icons within the computer interface by holding and dragging, with support for single-key opening.[/p]

[p]FIXES[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue preventing doors from being placed on the map border.[/p]
• [p]Fixed roofs were incorrectly placed over the Delivery Area.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where bank loans were incorrectly processed without requiring players to have twice the loan amount available. Now, players must have twice the loan amount in their account to take out a loan, and a warning message has been added to inform players of this requirement.[/p]
• [p]Fixed object selection not exiting properly when clicking on another object in Build Mode.[/p]
• [p]Fixed the issue where players could select equipment from the tools menu and use it simultaneously while placing furniture, animals, food, or accessories.[/p]
• [p]Fixed feeding animals across multiple living areas simultaneously.[/p]
• [p]Fixed furniture placement issue where players could throw furniture boxes upon opening, leaving them open and preventing proper placement or exit from placement mode.[/p]

[p]The free demo for Exotica Pet Shop Simulator 2 is now available on Steam!
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]In the demo version, you will be able to run your own cozy little pet shop. Build and decorate your store, take care of animals like budgies, geckos, and cichlids, and make sure your customers leave with a smile (and a pet).[/p][p]What’s inside the demo:[/p]

• [p]6 animal species[/p]
• [p]Multiple display stands (terrariums, aquariums, bird/rodent setups)[/p]
• [p]Shop customization with walls, floors, plants, lighting & decor[/p]
• [p]One helpful employee to assist with animals, cashier work, and storage[/p]
• [p]A working credit system and a focus on customer happiness[/p]

[p]It’s a small slice of what we’re working on, and your feedback matters.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]We’d love to hear what you think[/h3][p]If you have a few minutes, we’d appreciate it if you filled out our short Player Survey. It helps us understand what’s working, what’s not, and what you’d love to see in the full version.[/p][p]As a thank-you, we’ll randomly pick 5 participants and send them a free key for the full game once it’s released.[/p]