Island Market Simulator News

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[/p][p] [/p][h2]Demo Ended[/h2][p]
Our demo has officially ended as of today and is no longer available. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who downloaded it, shared your feedback, and guided us with your support! 🙏[/p][p][/p][p] [/p][h2]What’s Next?[/h2][p]
🆓 Free Prologue Release
🗺️ A larger island and expanded market hub
🎉 Seasonal festivals and vibrant dynamics
🌾 Enhanced farming, livestock & supply-chain management
🍻 Tavern mini-games to enjoy between trades
🚀 New mechanics & performance improvements

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[/p][h2]✅ Fixes and improvements will go live with the launch of our Prologue page![/h2][p]
Thanks to your feedback, we’ve addressed several critical issues in the game. These improvements along with exciting new content will be part of our standalone Prologue release.

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[/p][h3]🛠️ What Has Been Fixed?[/h3][p]
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• [p]Thief spawn frequency adjusted: The thief used to appear every in-game hour. This was too disruptive. We’ve reduced the frequency for better balance.
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• [p]Mallet location clarified: It was unclear where to find the mallet to stop the thief. This has now been made more intuitive.
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• [p]Rain watering bug fixed: Crops were appearing incorrectly watered when it rained at night. This visual bug is now resolved.
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[/p][h3]🌍 What’s Coming with the Prologue Page?[/h3][p]
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• [p]17 language support for greater accessibility
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• [p]New story-driven quests that expand the world and gameplay
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• [p]Refined game systems based on community suggestions
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[/p][h3]❤️ Thank You![/h3][p]
We’re improving Island Market Simulator together with you.
Thanks for your support, feedback, and patience.
Our Prologue page goes live soon — stay tuned![/p]

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[/p][h3]✨ Brand New UI Overhaul[/h3]

• [p]Complete UI Redesign: Every interface has been beautifully redesigned for clarity, ease-of-use, and smooth visual transitions. [/p]

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• [p]Smooth Scrolling: No more harsh scrolling menus and inventories glide seamlessly for a comfortable browsing experience. [/p]

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[/p][h3]🕵️‍♂️ Watch Out! Thieves on the Island![/h3]

• [p]New Thief Mechanic: Keep a close eye on your market sneaky thieves 🦹‍♂️ will occasionally attempt to steal your goods! [/p][p][/p]

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[/p][h3]🗑️ Keep Your Island Clean![/h3]

• [p]Waste Management System: Customers now leave litter behind. Regularly tidy up to maintain a clean, attractive island for your visitors.
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[/p][h3]⚒️ Workshop System Unlocked![/h3]

• [p]Craft Unique Products: Combine items to create exciting new products! Start crafting with the Alcohol Distillery 🍾 and Oven 🥖! [/p][p][/p]

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• [p]Engineer’s Shop Now Open: Visit the engineer’s building to buy essential workshop equipment. [/p]

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[/p][h3]💾 Major Save System Update[/h3]

• [p]Save System Redesigned: We've drastically improved save/load times for better gameplay. [/p]
• [p]⚠️ Important: All previous saves have been reset due to this upgrade. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, but starting fresh will greatly enhance your experience! [/p]

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[/p][h3]🎬 New Prologue & Tutorial Videos[/h3]

• [p]Playable Prologue: Experience a short story-driven introduction, perfect for learning game mechanics. [/p]

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• [p]Enhanced Tutorials: Quick, clear tutorial videos now accompany new game starts to ensure you dive right into the action.[/p][p] [/p]

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[/p][h2]Developer’s Secret Message[/h2][p]“Stay tuned—our next update will bring even more immersive features and additional languages!”

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Feel the soul of the island with every note! 🌴
The official 25-track soundtrack, composed exclusively for Island Market Simulator by Balca Özcan, is now available on Spotify!

[/p][hr][/hr][h2]🎧 Listen Now:[/h2][p]Listen on Spotify

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[/p][h2]🛒 Coming Soon on Steam:[/h2][p]You’ll soon be able to purchase the soundtrack directly on Steam and support the project.
Perfect for fans and collectors who want to own the island’s musical spirit!

View Soundtrack Page on Steam

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[/p][h3]📌 Don’t forget:[/h3]

• [p]Perfect for relaxing, studying, or building your island empire
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Let the music of Island Market Simulator accompany you, wherever you are! 🎶

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[h3]We’ve packed this release with clarity, quality-of-life improvements, and fresh content to deepen your island trading experience![/h3][p]
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[/p][h3]📚 Revamped Tutorial & UI[/h3]

• [p]Complete tutorial overhaul: Every step is now crystal clear, guiding you through planting, harvesting, and trading with on-screen tips and highlights.[/p][p][/p]
• [p]Intuitive button states: UI elements instantly show active vs. inactive functions—no more guessing which action you’re about to take.[/p][p]
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[/p][h3]🥛 Crate Management & Item Details[/h3]

• [p]Dedicated milk crates: Milk collection crates and empty product crates can now be distinguished.[/p][p][/p]
• [p]Seed-to-crop tooltips: Hover over any seed to see exactly which crop it grows into and how long it will take.[/p][p][/p][p] [/p]
• [p]Rich item HUD: View an item’s name, type, and remaining durability or uses while holding it—no need to open menus.[/p][p]
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[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]💰 Economy & NPC Overhaul[/h3]

• [p]Auto-pricing system: When you list goods for sale, suggested prices are assigned automatically—just confirm and trade![/p][p] [/p]
• [p]Three NPC tiers: Rich, Middle-Class, and Poor visitors now have unique names, preferences, and price-acceptance thresholds for a more dynamic market.[/p][p][/p][p] [/p]
• [p]Friendly skeleton aide: If your funds drop to zero, sleep peacefully for two days and a helpful skeleton will appear to lend you a hand.[/p][p] [/p]

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[/p][h3]🚧 Map Collision & Animation Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Smooth map traversal: All collision glitches have been fixed so you can explore beaches and groves without ever getting stuck. [/p]
• [p]Faster rotation controls: Shelves, displays, and other placeable objects now rotate more quickly, making setup a breeze. [/p]
• [p]Satisfying placement animation: A new spin-and-snap effect adds polish every time you position items. [/p]
• [p]Safety confirmations: “Are you sure you want to sleep?” and faction-selection dialogs prevent accidental choices while navigating menus.[/p]

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[/p][h3]🗓️ Calendar & Wayfinding Upgrades[/h3]

• [p]Detailed calendar view: Track day counters, seasonal events, and special festivals right in the pause menu—plan your harvests and sales with confidence.[/p][p] [/p]
• [p]Improved navigation markers: Clear signposts and map pins make finding your home, storage, and key stalls effortless. [/p]
• [p]Enhanced NPC animations: Watch buyers browse stalls and wait in line with updated, lifelike movements that bring the market to life. [/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]Developer’s Secret Message [/h2][p]“Coming soon in the v0.5 update: we’ll be available in 11 different languages for our valued players—stay tuned!”[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Dive back into Island Market Simulator v0.3 and discover a richer, smoother, and more strategic trading adventure! 🌟[/p]