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Major Update: Optimization & Visual Overhaul

[p]Hey everyone,
[/p][p]We’ve just released a major update that improves performance and makes key visual changes to the game.

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What’s New
[/p][p]* Removed the pixel-retro visual style for a cleaner, more modern look.[/p][p]* Added new optimization systems for smoother gameplay and better performance.[/p][p]
You can check the previous Hotfix Update Notes here:
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What’s Coming Next[/p][p]We’re already working on the next update, which will include:[/p][p]* A more alive carnival area with new NPC dialogues, cats, and interactable rides.[/p][p]* More interactive objects and environmental reactions.[/p][p]* A limited-time Simulation Mode (available for a few in-game days).[/p][p]* Full gamepad support across all menus and UI.[/p][p]* Integration of community feedback and new player-suggested features.[/p][p]* General bug fixes we’re actively watching gameplay videos and streams to track and resolve issues like customer pathing or missing translations.[/p][p]* Quality-of-life improvements, such as UI shortcuts and quicker exit options (e.g., ESC to return to main menu).[/p][p]* Possible story mode time adjustments, we’re experimenting with shorter play sessions to better fit the pacing.

[/p][p]Thank you all for your feedback and ongoing support.[/p][p]Every message, bug report, and idea you share helps shape the future of the game. We truly appreciate it.[/p][p]Stay tuned for the next update and enjoy the smoother experience!

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Hotfix Update Notes

[p]This update brings several small but important fixes and improvements:[/p]
  • [p]Added basic gamepad support (UI navigation not yet supported, full gamepad support is coming soon).[/p]
  • [p]Fixed the “Unlimited” label showing incorrectly on the Truck Led Panel.[/p]
  • [p]Updated the Customer Orders panel ketchup, mustard, and mayo indicators are now clearer.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an inventory bug that occurred when opening the pause menu.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where uncooked fries and sausages could be served.[/p]
  • [p]Corrected various typos.[/p]
  • [p]Performance optimizations and minor stability fixes.[/p]
[p]Thank you for your feedback, it really helps us improve the game.
Please continue sharing your ideas and detailed reports in the Discussions section.
We’ve already noted several suggestions and will address them in future updates.[/p][p]Thanks for your support[/p]

Hotdog Butcher DEMO is now LIVE! 🎡🩸

[p]Hey everyone!

The moment has finally arrived, the Hotdog Butcher demo is officially available now![/p][p]By day, you run your hotdog truck in a lively carnival.
Take orders, grill sausages, serve fries, refill gas, clean up, and keep customers happy.[/p][p]But when night falls… something changes.
The laughter fades. Lights flicker. Voices whisper.
Reality starts to slip and you are not sure what’s real anymore.[/p][p]Each shift becomes more than just business.
It becomes survival.[/p][hr][/hr][p]🧪 What’s Included in the Demo?[/p][p]✅ Food truck management
✅ Hotdog & fries preparation system
✅ Customer patience and order accuracy mechanics
✅ Gas usage, cleaning & fire hazards
✅ Day/Night cycle with growing psychological tension
✅ First detective encounter
✅ A glimpse into the main character’s mental breakdown[/p][hr][/hr][p]💊 “Just focus on working…”[/p][p]That’s what you keep telling yourself.
But humming noises, silent doors, missing time, blinking lights…
They keep asking: Are you still in control?[/p][hr][/hr][p]🤝 Your Feedback Matters![/p][p]After playing the demo, we’d love to hear your thoughts, ideas, and the moments that freaked you out (or when you burned five sausages in a row).
Your feedback will help shape the final version of the game.[/p][hr][/hr][p]🛒 Try It Now![/p]

Dev Update – Hotdog Butcher Has Transformed

[p]Hey everyone,[/p][p]It’s time to reveal the truth behind Hotdog Butcher.
What started as a quirky food truck simulator has now evolved into a full psychological horror experience.[/p][p]During development, we realized that the world, the characters, and the eerie atmosphere of the carnival were too dark to stay inside a simple cooking game. The story demanded something deeper and much more disturbing.[/p][p]Now, the focus has shifted:
You’re not just serving customers anymore. You’re trying to survive the night inside a haunted carnival, where every noise, every flickering light, and every missing person leads you closer to uncovering what really happened here.[/p][p]You can still cook and manage your truck, but now your biggest challenge isn’t just burning a hotdog, it’s keeping your sanity intact.[/p][p]Key changes:[/p]
  • [p]The game has been completely reimagined as a psychological horror title.[/p]
  • [p]The day-night system now drives both gameplay and story progression.[/p]
  • [p]New narrative elements and dialogues have been added.[/p]
  • [p]A darker soundtrack, new lighting, and visual effects to build tension.[/p]
[p]Thank you for supporting Hotdog Butcher through its transformation.
What used to be a cooking game... is now something much more sinister.[/p][p]Stay sharp.
The night is only beginning. 🌙[/p]

🔥 Fire in the Kitchen! | New Update Alert

[p]What's new:[/p][p]Gas cylinder system added — your stove needs fuel now![/p][p]Leaving food unattended can cause kitchen fires.[/p][p]Grab the fire extinguisher and put out the flames before everything (and everyone) panics.[/p][p]Fires don’t just look cool — they can actually disrupt your business. Customers will run, your hotdogs will burn, and your stand will smell like regret. 🧯🌭[/p][p]Cook smart. Stay sharp.

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