Maltese's Fluffy Onsen News

[p]Hello! ːoguHeartː[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Since earlier this year, we’ve received reports from some users that on Windows 11 their screen (outside of the game) becomes black when running our game.[/p][p]Here is our analysis so far:[/p]

• [p]The issue occurs only on Windows OS, particularly on Windows 11.[/p]
• [p]At the moment the game launches, if you press Alt + Tab (or otherwise shift focus from the game to another program or the desktop), the Windows feature that makes non-game windows transparent appears to fail.[/p]
• [p]We found that this phenomenon is recorded per executable file (.exe) in the device’s registry, and so it continues to occur each time the game is launched.[/p]

[p]The workaround we shared earlier was to go into the executable file’s Properties → Compatibility tab and check “Disable full-screen optimisations”.[/p][p][/p][p]https://steamcommunity.com/app/3404470/discussions/0/591782690121062763/[/p][p][/p][p]However, some users experienced the black screen but either did not find our spread workaround, or had difficulty locating the option. Therefore, we have created a patch to automatically apply this compatibility setting in the build.[/p][p]Now, when you run the game, the manual step of changing the compatibility tab setting will be performed automatically.[/p][p]That said, there are still cases where even the compatibility-tab change does not resolve the black screen. From the data we’ve collected so far, we believe the potential causes include:[/p]

• [p]A conflict with external programs that change the OS UI design (e.g., transparency effects like those from MicaForEveryone)[/p]
• [p]Use of an AMD graphics card in the device[/p]

[p]Since our game is designed for users to play while doing other tasks on their computer, we understand that those experiencing the black screen issue must have faced significant inconvenience. We are committed to continuing support and working to resolve this issue in the safest and most complete way possible.[/p][p][/p][p]If you experience the issue after this update, please report via our Discord or in the comments with your device conditions and situation. That data will be a great help in identifying the root cause.[/p][p]Thank you.[/p]

[h2]Hello![/h2][p][/p][p]The v1.4 Update and the Free Bird DLC we introduced last week have been released today![/p][p]In addition, Steam Trading Cards and Points Shop items are now available—please check them out![/p][p][/p][h2][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/h2][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Update Summary[/h3]

• [p]v1.4
  8 new amusement facilities have been added for guests to enjoy.[/p]

• [p]Free Bird DLC
  - A free downloadable character pack that adds 5 new bird characters.
  - These new bird characters can visit as guests or be hired as staff, and 6 new letters have also been added.[/p]

• [p]Steam Trading Cards & Points Shop
  - Trading cards and reward items are now available, which can be earned by playing the game.
  - New Points Shop items have been added as well, which can be purchased with Steam Points to decorate your profile.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Thank you![/h2]

[p][/p][p]Hello! ːoguHeartː[/p][p]It’s hard to believe, but it’s already been almost 4 months since the release of Maltese’s Fluffy Onsen. Thanks to all of your love and support, the game has surpassed 100,000 downloads! 🎉[/p][p]As a token of our appreciation to our players, we’re planning to release a free character DLC and content update next week.[/p][p]In addition, Steam Trading Cards and Points Shop items will also be launching, and we’ll be holding a 20% discount to celebrate both the Publisher Sale and the upcoming Autumn Sale.[/p][p][/p][p]Please see the details below![/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]1. Free DLC – 5 Bird Characters[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][h2][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/h2][p][/p][p]Chubby, feathered friends with wings are coming to the onsen!
With the newly released free Bird DLC, you can add 5 new characters to your game.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Bird characters such as Chick, Sparrow, and Long-tailed Tit will visit the bathhouse just like other characters. They can also be hired as staff members or send you letters.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]2. Arcade Facility Update[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]We’ve added new amusement facilities and arcade machines, which were highly requested by the community. These arcade items can be found under a new category in the “Convenience Facilities” tab.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]3. Steam Trading Cards & Points Shop Items[/h3][p][/p][p] [/p][p][/p][p]Steam Trading Cards and Points Shop items will be released.[/p][p]Steam Trading Cards are virtual cards that you can earn by playing the game.
Collect all 10 cards to upgrade your badge, and earn rewards such as Steam profile backgrounds and emoticons.[/p]

• [p]Example Reward – Profile Background[/p][p][/p]
• [p]Example Reward – Emoticon[/p][p][/p]

[p](Note: Steam Trading Cards and rewards do not affect in-game play in any way.)
For more details, please refer to the document below:
[/p][p]https://steamcommunity.com/tradingcards/Steam?l=english[/p][p][/p][p]Points Shop items can be purchased using Steam Points, which can be earned in various ways on Steam.
These items allow you to decorate your profile with images, frames, and backgrounds.[/p][p]
Here are some examples of items that will be added:[/p][p][/p]

• [p]Example Item – Animated Sticker[/p][p][/p]
• [p]Example Item – Animated Profile Image[/p][p] [/p]
• [p]Example Item – Animated Profile Frame[/p][p] [/p][p][/p]

[p]Other items, such as animated profile backgrounds and mini backgrounds, will also be available—so please look forward to them![/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]We would like to once again thank all of you who continue to support us, and we hope this marks the beginning of a wonderful autumn for you.[/p][p][/p][h2]Thank you![/h2]

[h2]Bug Fixes & Visual Adjustments[/h2]

• [p]Fixed an issue where the Black Goat could be unlocked without owning the Summer DLC and would not appear in the animal encyclopedia.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where bath bubbles would rise too high and be visible from other floors.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue in the Water Park map where outdoor customers using tubes would appear below the water layer at certain times.[/p][p][/p]

[h2]Convenience Features[/h2][p][/p]

• [p]When assigning staff to facilities, hovering over a staff member in the list will now display their name and the floor they are working on.[/p]
• [p]Starting funds in a new game will now increase depending on the unlock status of the City Hall letters.[/p]

[h2]System Improvements[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p]

• [p]Added visual effects to the stage selection screen to make the Summer DLC category more noticeable when accessing the game for the first time after purchasing the Summer DLC.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed an issue where save slot points could not be loaded properly from the Franchise Management Desk.[/p]
• [p]Along with this fix, slot points now increase more reliably.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where guests would remain standing when entering the Luxury Private Spa.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the "Letters from the Heart" achievement would not unlock correctly.[/p]