Hydroponics Farm & Store Simulator News

We are thrilled to announce that Hydroponics Farm & Store Simulator will be launching in Early Access on Thursday, October 24th, 2024!

This is an exciting milestone for us, and we can't wait for you to dive into the world of hydroponic farming. During the Early Access period, you’ll have the chance to explore various features, share your insights, and help shape the future of Hydroponics Farm & Store Simulator.

We genuinely appreciate your enthusiasm and support as we embark on this journey together. Prepare to cultivate your farming dreams!

Happy farming! 🌱

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Hello, Hydroponics Enthusiast! 👋

We’ve been listening closely to your feedback, and we're happy to share a series of updates that improve gameplay, fix bugs, and introduce helpful new features. These changes aim to make your farming and store management experience even better. Here’s what’s been added and improved:

[h2]🌾AI Employee Farmer Improvements[/h2]

• Employee work duration now adjusts based on individual stats.
  
• Added save and load functionality for employees.
  
• Improved task management to address idle behavior.
  
• New feature: You can now fire employees.
  
• Employee contracts now auto-decrease daily and expire automatically, firing the employee when the contract ends.
  
• Fixed a bug where hiring an employee didn’t reduce your funds.
  
• Added a popup notification when an employee’s contract ends.
  
• Resolved an issue where players could still deploy and harvest plants while employees were processing the growbed.
  
• Added an auto-harvest feature for players.
  

[h2]🛠️ New Features & Fixes[/h2]

• Sandbox System for Shelves: Added new sandbox functionality for managing shelf layouts.
  
• Shop UI Update: Improved the store interface for purchasing items.
  
• Fish Health: Fish can no longer get sick.
  
• Controller Support: Movement can now be controlled with both Arrow keys and WASD.
  
• Tablet Shortcut: Press ESC to close the tablet quickly.
  
• Customer Variety: Added new NPC customer types for a more diverse experience.
  
• Daily Report Update: Improved the daily report view to include shelf expenses.
  
• Tablet Sorting: Tablet content now auto-sorts according to chapter order.
  
• Box Labels: Added special commodity labels when carrying boxes.
  
• Starting Setup Expanded: Players now start with 4 plant shelves and 2 aquariums.
  
• Shelf Capacity: Increased shelf capacity to 12 items.
  
• Duplicate Pickup Fix: Resolved a bug where the same shelf or growbed could be picked up twice.
  
• Delete Shelves: You can now remove unwanted shelves.
  
• Infected Plant Removal: Fix issues that made it difficult to manage infected plants.
  
• Shorter Hold Time: Reduced the hold duration for sick plants to 1.5 seconds.
  
• Payment Interface Update: “Change to Give” and “Received” views are now hidden when using credit cards.
  
• Hover Text Update: Messages now distinguish between special and regular commodities during harvest.
  
• Bulk Seed Purchases: You can now buy more than one seed at a time.
  
• Price Tag Bug Fix: Resolved an issue where the price tag view showed incorrect prices after switching tags.
  
• Auto-Harvest Added: Introduced an auto-harvest feature for easier management.
  
• Growbed Assembly Update: Improved the growbed assembly process for smoother gameplay.
  

We hope these updates enhance your farming experience and make gameplay more enjoyable. Thank you for all the helpful feedback—your involvement plays a crucial role in making the game better. Feel free to explore the updates and let us know what you think. feel free to leave a comment or post on our discussion forum. 🌱

Don’t forget to wishlist Hydroponics Farm & Store Simulator on Steam to stay updated on all our latest features, updates, and release news.

Cheers!

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Hello, hydroponics enthusiasts!

In today’s update, we’re excited to dive into a feature that will revolutionize how you manage your farm: the "Hire Employee" system. As your farm expands, so does the demand for efficiency and the need for extra hands. This new feature is designed to help you grow your business by delegating tasks, increasing productivity, and streamlining operations.

[h2]How It Works: Finding the Right Employee[/h2]
Once you reach a certain condition, you'll unlock the option to hire employees. You can access the Employee menu on your tablet, where you’ll find a roster of potential candidates. Each candidate brings set of skills, including:

• Farming: Employees with this skill are proficient in planting, harvesting, maintaining, and adjusting your hydroponics systems.
  
• Shelf Stocking: Some employees specialize in quickly and efficiently shelf stocking, helping you to ensure your store doesn't run out of commodities to sell.
  
• Cashier Skills: For those focusing on the retail aspect of the game, hiring staff with strong cashier skills can make the payment process faster.
  

You’ll need to carefully evaluate each candidate’s skill set, make sure you hire the right one.



[h2]Assigning Tasks and Managing Workforce[/h2]
Once hired, employees won’t just stand around! You’ll have full control over their duties through the Active Role System. This system allows you to delegate tasks such as Farming, Cashier, and Shelf Stocking.

Each task requires you to balance efficiency and the employee’s skills. Well-assigned employees can significantly boost your farm's performance, but poorly managed staff may lead to inefficiencies or even losses.



[h2]The Impact on Your Farm’s Success[/h2]
The "Hire Employee" feature isn’t just a tool for convenience—it's essential for scaling your operations. As your farm grows from a small personal setup into a bustling commercial enterprise, managing everything alone becomes impossible. By hiring and managing employees, you can:

• Increase crop yield without sacrificing quality
  
• Ensure your hydroponics systems are always running at peak efficiency
  
• Improve your store’s customer experience and sales
  

With employees on your side, you can take your hydroponics farm to new heights, focusing on strategic decisions while leaving the day-to-day operations in capable hands.

[h2]Join Our Journey[/h2]
We hope you’re as excited about the "Hire Employee" feature as we are! It adds depth and realism to the farm management experience, making sure you’re not just a farmer but a business owner as well.

Don’t forget to wishlist Hydroponics Farm & Store Simulator on Steam to stay updated on all our latest features, updates, and release news.

If you have any questions about the features discussed or anything related to the game, feel free to leave a comment or post on our discussion forum. Your feedback and inquiries are highly valuable to us!

Cheers!

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Hello Hydroponics Enthusiast,

Thank you so much for your feedback and support during Steam Next Fest! We’ve been listening closely, and we’re excited to share several updates and fixes aimed at improving your experience. Here’s what’s new:

[h2]Latest Updates and Fixes[/h2]

1. Real-time Box Updates – Fixed the issue where box contents weren’t updating in real-time.
   
2. Seed Placement Fix – Prevented seeds from being placed directly on sales racks.
   
3. UI Hover Issue Resolved – Fixed the reticle hover appearing too early.
   
4. Progress Objective Timing Updated – Adjusted the timing for starting objective progress tracking.
   
5. Shop Bug Fix – Fixed a bug preventing the shop from opening the next day.
   
6. Cashier Mode Movement Issue – Resolved movement during cashier mode after closing the "too much money" message.
   
7. Cursor Visibility Improved – Made it easier to see the cursor during the day to assist with growbed assembly.
   
8. Spinach Sale Bug Fixed – Resolved an issue with selling spinach.
   
9. Price Tag Issue Fixed – Ensured that commodity prices now match the price tags.
   
10. Door and Sign System Updated – Improved the open/close functionality for doors and signs.
    
11. Plant Click Issue Fixed – Resolved a defect where plants couldn’t be clicked in the center of the growbed.
    
12. Box Content UX Improved – Players can now view box contents without needing to pick them up.
    
13. Growbed Overlap Issue Resolved – Prevented growbeds from overlapping with one another.
    
14. Harvest Bug Fixed – Fixed a mix-up of commodities during fast harvesting.
    
15. Rotation Fix – Growbeds can now be placed at 180-degree rotations.
    
16. Growbed Moving Info Added – Added UX info on growbed movement rules.
    
17. Faster Checkout System Requested – Working towards a simpler checkout system.
    
18. Chapter Titles Added – Chapters 1-15 now have titles displayed on the tablet.
    
19. New SFX for Part 1 Actions – Added sound effects to actions in the first part of the game.
    
20. Larger Cashier Font – Increased the font size for change displays on the cashier’s computer.
    

Once again, thank you all for your input and support! We hope these updates make your experience smoother and more enjoyable. We’re always happy to hear more of your thoughts, so don’t hesitate to share your feedback as you explore the game. 🌱

Don't forget to wishlist the game and try the demo on our Steam store page.

– The Hydroponics Farm & Store Simulator Team - Bewolba Studios


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Greetings, hydroponics enthusiasts! 🌱

We’re excited to dive into one of the core features that adds a new layer of strategy to Hydroponics Farm & Store Simulator—the Adjust Price. Managing your hydroponic farm is about more than just growing plants and fish. It’s also about understanding the market, setting the right prices, and making smart decisions to maximize your profits. Let’s break down how this feature works and how it enhances your gameplay experience!

[h2]🌿 What is the Adjust Price Feature?[/h2]
In Hydroponics Farm & Store Simulator, players not only grow crops and fish, but they also take full control of their store, where they sell their freshly harvested commodities. The Adjust Price feature allows you to dynamically set and modify the prices of the products in your store. Whether you’re selling leafy greens, or fish, setting the right price at the right time is critical to running a successful business.



[h2]🌻 Why This Feature is a Game-Changer[/h2]
The Adjust Price feature gives players full control over the business side of their hydroponic operation. This dynamic system adds layers of strategy as you navigate fluctuating market conditions and customer needs. It’s not enough to grow amazing produce—you’ll need to know how to sell it, too!
Will you go for high-volume, low-price sales? Or perhaps focus on premium pricing for top-quality goods? Every decision you make affects your farm’s profitability, making this feature an essential tool for building a thriving hydroponics empire.



[h2]Join Our Green Adventure[/h2]
We hope you’re as excited about the Adjust Price feature as we are! It’s one of many ways you can take full control of your farm and store in Hydroponics Farm & Store Simulator. Don’t miss out on the chance to build your own hydroponic empire, manage every aspect of your business, and grow to new heights.

Make sure to add Hydroponics Farm & Store Simulator to your wishlist on Steam! We can’t wait to bring you more updates soon. Stay tuned for more features and gameplay reveals as we continue our development journey.

If you have any questions about the features discussed or anything related to the game, feel free to leave a comment or post on our discussion forum. Your feedback and inquiries are highly valuable to us!

Cheers!

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