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MAJOR DEMO UPDATE — Corner Shop: NightShift

[p]Thanks for all the playthroughs, bug reports, and late-night streams! Today we’re rolling out a chunky update to the Corner Shop: NightShift demo focused on fresh horror beats, tighter gameplay loops, and a clearer interface. Dive back in, explore the new encounters, and tell us what you think.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]🔥 Highlights[/h3]
  • [p]New horror events & encounters to keep each shift unpredictable.[/p]
  • [p]Parcel & box rework with a visible progress bar and clear spoilage/destruction feedback.[/p]
  • [p]UI/UX overhaul: better tutorials, HUD clarity, and a quick-access phone toolbar.[/p]
  • [p]Atmosphere upgrade with new VO/SFX, light baking, and environmental polish.[/p]
  • [p]Performance optimizations across graphics and lighting.[/p]
[hr][/hr][h3]🎮 Gameplay[/h3]
  • [p]Added new horror events and encounters to keep night shifts unpredictable.[/p]
  • [p]Introduced Endless Mode in the main menu.[/p]
  • [p]Reworked parcel and box mechanics; added a progress bar for handling.[/p]
  • [p]Visualized box destruction/spoilage for clearer feedback.[/p]
  • [p]The Hanged Man NPC now patrols.[/p]
  • [p]Upgrades for home/shop PCs are blocked for now while we rebalance progression.[/p]
[h3]🧍 Characters[/h3]
  • [p]New customer animations and fixes for creepy idle behavior.[/p]
  • [p]Improved NPC animation quality and warehouse patrols.[/p]
[h3]🖥️ UI & UX[/h3]
  • [p]Toolbar for popular phone apps for faster access in tense moments.[/p]
  • [p]Guides/Tutorials added for ID checks and parcel handling.[/p]
  • [p]Updated upgrade widget and document guidelines for clarity.[/p]
  • [p]Added key input bar and fresh HUD icons.[/p]
[h3]🎧 Audio[/h3]
  • [p]New voiceovers and sound effects tailored to horror events.[/p]
  • [p]Improved thunder and environmental ambience.[/p]
[h3]🖼️ Visuals[/h3]
  • [p]Graphic optimization pass and light baking for steadier, moodier lighting.[/p]
  • [p]New warehouse shelf assets and calendar props.[/p]
  • [p]Haunted materials, leak decals, and scary masks to enrich set dressing.[/p]
  • [p]Enlarged cooler/cold storage areas to deepen space and flow.[/p]
[h3]⚙️ Performance[/h3]
  • [p]General graphic & lighting optimizations for smoother play on a wider range of PCs.[/p]
[hr][/hr][h3]How you can help[/h3][p]If something feels off—or deliciously terrifying—tell us! Your feedback drives our priorities.[/p]
  • [p]Drop thoughts in the Steam discussion hub.[/p]
  • [p]Share bugs with steps to reproduce (hardware specs help!).[/p]
  • [p]If you enjoy the demo, a review or wishlist goes a long way. 💚[/p]
[p]See you on the night shift. Don’t forget to check that ID… twice. 👀
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