Waterpark Simulator News

[p]This one is a bit of a big update, with some improvements and a brand new camera system for when building based on the feedback of many of you.[/p][p]You can now zoom in and change the camera angle while holding buildings to allow more precise placements.[/p][p]This is all done using the middle mouse wheel
- Zoom in / out is done by scrolling the middle mouse button
- Camera angle is changed by holding the middle mouse button down and moving the mouse around.
[/p][p]Let us know how that works for you[/p][p]
The other new thing that many asked for was making the koi pond bridge walkable. We are happy to satisfy that request, and now your visitors can enjoy your koi pond as well.


And last but not least, we are happy to announce our game now supports the Vietnamese language too. More to come, but we are always glad to add them to the game as we feel they are complete.

Ok, here is the full list of updates, and definitely there is no chance a pic about something for the end of this week is at the bottom of the post...nope[/p][p][/p][h3]BUG FIXES[/h3]

• [p]Fixed cases where, after painting some materials, the color would not stick[/p]
• [p]Fixed some issues in some combinations of sauna setups for 4 and 5-star saunas[/p]
• [p]Correction in the vacuum cleaner VFX[/p]
• [p]The ladle does not disappear when the sauna is moved anymore[/p]
• [p]Fix the vandal emoji in the tutorial.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where, in specific layouts, items at the far end of the park would show as inaccessible[/p]

[p][/p][h3]IMPROVEMENTS[/h3]

• [p] Improvements in some Chinese translations related to wellness[/p]
• [p]Improvements in some German translations related to wellness[/p]
• [p]Added a notification to items locked behind the Yogi quests[/p]
• [p]Balances in hot tubs and saunas in terms of visitor requests (number of visitors and length of requests)[/p]
• [p]Floor fountains are now walkable[/p]
• [p]Small balance to peeing and water dirtiness to make some missions easier[/p]
• [p]Added thought to visitors wanting to sleep on the floor when tired.[/p]

[h3]
NEW FEATURES[/h3]

• [p]You can now build under the Canopy decoration[/p]
• [p]Visitors can now use the Koi pond bridge as a path[/p]
• [p]New build camera controls[/p]
• [p]Vietnamese Language support[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]We are already working on not only fixing some issues mentioned by you all, but also adding new features. So stay tuned.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks for all the support, and remember, if you have an idea, feedback, or bug you want to share, feel free to use our Steam community hub or Discord. We are always there to listen and chat with you. https://steamcommunity.com/app/3293260/discussions/

NOTICE - We sometimes might release very small updates to solve 1 or 2 more urgent issues that appeared and not release a patch note for those immediately but add them to bigger update patch notes on following updates[/p]

[p]Some fixes for issues you have reported to us, and some we discovered later. [/p][p]We want to say thanks for all the support you guys have been giving us since the update, and it has been a pleasure seeing you having fun with it. [/p][p]
We are already working on the next mini update to be launched before the end of this year ;)


[/p][h3]BUG FIXES[/h3]

• [p]Cars can no longer get stuck on the street under certain circumstances.[/p]
• [p]Some typos in some languages were fixed (Thanks to all who pointed them out)[/p]
• [p]Fixed some level of details depending on your distance from objects[/p]
• [p]Fixes to slides painting, and in some cases, the outlines[/p]

[p][/p][h3]IMPROVEMENTS[/h3]

• [p] Hot Tubs/Saunas settings don't request to be set when the park is closed[/p]
• [p]Channel the energy, Yogi quest now counts with tasing any visitor[/p]
• [p]Updated the Sauna tutorial image[/p]
• [p]Pools now save how much dirt is in the water[/p]
• [p]Fences now count as greenery [/p]

[h3][/h3][hr][/hr][p]We are already working on not only fixing some issues mentioned by you all, but also adding new features. So stay tuned.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks for all the support, and remember, if you have an idea, feedback, or bug you want to share, feel free to use our Steam community hub or Discord. We are always there to listen and chat with you. https://steamcommunity.com/app/3293260/discussions/

NOTICE - We sometimes might release very small updates to solve 1 or 2 more urgent issues that appeared and not release a patch note for those immediately but add them to bigger update patch notes on following updates[/p]

[p]A short one (but always mandatory after big updates)

So we fixed that situation where transparencies and glass walls in some video settings didn't look very good a few hours ago in 0.3.2 ...and that broke the Harmony pool, and we missed it. Sorry about that. All is fixed now [/p][p][/p][h3]BUG FIXES[/h3][p][/p]

• [p]Transparent painted slides and glass walls in saunas now look as intended in some lower video settings[/p]
• [p]The harmony pool works again[/p]
• [p]The fire and hire staff in the tablet no longer show false values on how much you would be charged (these were visual only, and you were not actually charged for them, but it could lead to confusion)[/p]

[h3][/h3][hr][/hr][p]We are already working on not only fixing some issues mentioned by you all, but also adding new features. So stay tuned.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks for all the support, and remember, if you have an idea, feedback, or bug you want to share, feel free to use our Steam community hub or Discord. We are always there to listen and chat with you. https://steamcommunity.com/app/3293260/discussions/

NOTICE - We sometimes might release very small updates to solve 1 or 2 more urgent issues that appeared and not release a patch note for those immediately but add them to bigger update patch notes on following updates[/p]

[p]We're excited to announce that version 0.3, the Wellness Update, is out. This is our first major content drop since we started Early Access. This update adds a whole new layer to your waterpark. You can create a zen-like retreat for guests to relax or, if you so wish, a place where turning a dial might just heat things up in some unexpectedly toasty ways.
[/p][h2]Path of Enlightenment[/h2][p]Once your park reaches 3 stars, a new character will appear. You'll need to leave the park and go have a chat with the Yogi, who sets you along the path of enlightenment. This is a line of 21 wellness-themed quests. Some of them will most certainly tax your thinking as you attempt to interpret the Yogi's words of wisdom, but each step that you complete earns you new items for your park.[/p][p][/p][p]Finishing the full questline unlocks a large collection of new content. You will gain 9 new pools, 4 new slides, 5 new loungers, and 29 new decorations. The visual style of many of these items is so different that it can inspire a completely new park layout. There are also new mechanics to explore. Hot tubs and saunas give guests a relaxing break, for example, although adjusting the temperature a little too far can create quite a different experience.[/p][p][/p][p]To help bring it all together, the update also introduces a range of new painting styles: marble textures, transparent slide materials, shiny metallic finishes, and several more. We accept no responsibility for any irresistible urges to repaint your entire park.[/p][p][/p][h2]Hire more staff... at a cost[/h2][p]We also reworked the staff cap system. Many players asked for more flexibility if they so desired, and we are always happy to allow you guys to choose and play your way. So now you can hire staff above the previous limit. Going beyond this limit comes with an additional daily cost in the form of a tax, which turns staffing into a meaningful strategic choice rather than a hard restriction.


[/p][h2]Black Friday sale[/h2][p]To celebrate the release of the Wellness Update, Waterpark Simulator is part of the Black Friday sale. If you've been waiting to jump in or if you want to bring a friend along before the multiplayer is out, this is a great time.

[/p][p][/p][p]We hope you enjoy building and experimenting with all the new features. Start your path of enlightenment now and create something truly Zen. [/p][p]
We are aware of a known issue where, under certain graphical settings, some of the transparent material (mainly the glass walls of the saunas and some painted tubes in slides) might look a bit different than planned. If you see this for now, you can change the video settings to high and then back to what you had, and it should fix it. [/p][p]We already have a possible solution, but we did not want to delay the launch today since it is not game-breaking and will only affect some.[/p][p]Thanks for your understanding


Your comments and feedback, as always, are welcome, so keep them coming. We want to create this game together with you, our players.[/p]

[p]Today, we finally get to share with you the release date of the Wellness update (version 0.3) It arrives this Friday on the 28th, and we're super excited to let you dive into it very soon.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Included with the update, you'll notice a new face in the park. The image we're sharing today shows the location (no spoilers) of this special guide that will appear to those who have advanced in the game and will lead you to everything Wellness has to offer. They're the key to unlocking a whole collection of new items, and a couple of fresh mechanics that'll change the way you plan your park. We'll let you discover the details for yourselves, but we can confirm there are many new toys to play with, and four new achievements that tie directly to them.[/p][p][/p][h2]Steam Awards nomination[/h2][p]Since we are talking about celebrations, the Steam Awards are back, and we would be super grateful and happy if you consider nominating Waterpark Simulator for Best Soundtrack. [/p][p]Players keep telling us that they love the music, so this feels like the perfect fit. To make things even better, we will release the full soundtrack on all major music platforms very soon. If you like to chill to our park ambiance or if you need something more upbeat for your day, you'll finally be able to stream it wherever you want.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Staff limits reworked[/h2][p]Before we wrap up, there is one more thing we hope to slip into the update if all goes well. We have been working on a new system related to staff hiring limits. We want it to offer a real choice that caters to players who prefer a more hands-on style and for those who enjoy a more automated park. Our beta testers will be trying out a first version of it so we can see how it feels in practice and decide if it's ready for release or if it needs to be reworked. We know how much some of you want room for more staff, but we want to make sure the system is fun and meaningful rather than rushed. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Thanks for sticking with us, and thanks for all of your support. We can't wait for you to try the Wellness update this Friday.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Thanks for all the support, and remember, if you have an idea, feedback, or bug you want to share, feel free to use our Steam community hub or Discord. We are always there to listen and chat with you. [/p][p]https://steamcommunity.com/app/3293260/discussions/[/p][p][/p]