PLATiNA :: LAB News

[p]We have released a hotfix to address issues identified after the update on Dec 19.[/p][p]The hotfix was deployed without any scheduled maintenance, so it will be applied automatically when you install the latest version of the client.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed an issue where "Airing (Ego)" appeared selectable on the \[DB Select] screen even if the “sasakure.UK :: TJ.hangneil” DLC was not owned.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the jacket image for “神威 (PLATiNA :: LAB Remix)” was incorrectly displayed even when the track was locked and the “sasakure.UK :: TJ.hangneil” DLC was not owned.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a description error for the second mission of the Research Notes Entry “World’s Edge Exploration Log”.[/p]
  • [p]BEFORE: [c]Hit a total of 3,390 GREAT judgments on any song.[/c][/p]
  • [p]AFTER: [c]Hit a total of 3,390 GREAT or better judgments on any song.[/c][/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the popup message notifying the automatic selection and start of the Research Note Entry “World’s Edge Exploration Log” was displayed incorrectly after launching the game.[/p]
• [p]Added sound effects to the \[New Content Unlocked] screen.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]We sincerely appreciate your continued support for PLATiNA :: LAB.[/p]

[p]We would like to inform you about the latest update that was implemented on Friday, December 19.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]New Contents[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

• [p]New DLC content for “sasakure.UK :: TJ.hangneil” has been added.[/p]
  • [p]12 DLC-Exclusive Songs:[/p]
    • [p]“Jack-the-Ripper◆” by sasakure.UK[/p]
    • [p]“X.E.N.O” by sasakure.UK[/p]
    • [p]“トゥイー・ボックスの人形劇場” by sasakure.UK[/p]
    • [p]“Mr. Wonderland (feat.ピリオ)” by sasakure.UK[/p]
    • [p]“AVALON” by sasakure.UK[/p]
    • [p]“神威” by TJ.hangneil[/p]
    • [p]“ozma” by TJ.hangneil[/p]
    • [p]“エゴ” by sasakure.UK[/p]
    • [p]“フューチャー・イヴ (feat.初音ミク)” by sasakure.UK + 有形ランペイジ[/p]
    • [p]“＊ハロー、プラネット。(feat.初音ミク)” by sasakure.UK[/p]
    • [p]“Mrs. Jacqueline's Melancholy” by sasakure.UK vs Patrick Bartley[/p]
    • [p]“神威 (PLATiNA :: LAB Remix)” by Mayo :: Parang (w/z sasakure.UK)[/p]
  • [p]DLC-Exclusive DB:[/p]
    • [p]“Airing (Ego)”[/p]
  • [p]DLC-Exclusive Research Notes:[/p]
    • [p]“World’s Edge Exploration Log”[/p]
  • [p]DLC-Exclusive Device Skin:[/p]
    • [p]“Ego” — Can be obtained by progressing through the Research Notes Entry: “World’s Edge Exploration Log”[/p]
  • [p]DLC-Exclusive Note Skin:[/p]
    • [p]“Ego” — Can be obtained by progressing through the Research Notes Entry: “World’s Edge Exploration Log”[/p]
• [p]The following in-game elements have been updated to match the “sasakure.UK :: TJ.hangneil” theme. These changes will also be visible to players who do not own the DLC:[/p]
  • [p]Title Screen — Game logo and background video updated[/p]
  • [p]Pre-song Waiting Screen — DBs now appear in different outfits[/p]
  • [p]BGM and Sound Effects updated:[/p]
    • [p]Title Screen BGM[/p]
    • [p]Song Select(Start) SFX[/p]
• [p]The new HIT SOUND is now available for free.[/p]
  • [p]“CRACK”[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h2]New Features[/h2][h3]Affection System[/h3][p][/p][p]You can now build a deeper bond with each DB by increasing your \[Affection Level]. Experience how your relationship evolves the more time you spend playing together.[/p]

• [p]Unlock Requirements[/p]
  • [p]Existing Decoders: The \[Affection] system will unlock immediately after completing 1 song post-update.[/p]
  • [p]New Decoders: Since prerequisite systems like \[Research Notes] take priority, the \[Affection] system will unlock after completing 5 songs upon your first time playing the game.[/p]
• [p]Increasing Affection[/p]
  • [p]\[Affection Points] for your currently selected DB increases upon successfully completing a song.[/p]
  • [p]The amount of \[Affection Points] earned is proportional to the song length and your play performance. The better your performance or the longer the track, the faster your relationship with the DB will progress.[/p]
• [p]Affection Levels & Rewards[/p]
  • [p]Accumulating \[Affection Points] will increase the DB’s \[Affection Level]. Reaching specific level milestones will unlock special gifts prepared by the DBs.[/p]
  • [p]Main Rewards(Gifts):[/p]
    • [p]Additional Voices: Unlock new lines and tones.[/p]
    • [p]Profile Customization Items: Items to decorate your “decoder profile”.[/p]
    • [p]Interaction Effects: Unlocks \[LOOKAT] and \[PET] features.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]DB Voice Customization[/h3][p]You can now change the \[Voice] type of DB to suit your preference.[/p]

• [p]All DB voices are categorized into three types: \[Normal], \[Intimate], \[Beloved][/p]
• [p]\[Intimate] and \[Beloved] voices are rewarded once you reach a high enough \[Affection Level] with that DB.[/p]
• [p]Depending on the selected \[Voice] type, the DB’s dialogue in various situations will change. Discover the differences for yourself in game![/p]

[p][/p][h3]Interacting with DBs[/h3][p]Interact with DB using mouse controls to experience Eye Tracking (\[LOOKAT] feature) and Headpatting (\[PET] feature).[/p]

• [p]\[LOOKAT] feature[/p]
  • [p]Move your mouse cursor around the DB, and they will follow it with their gaze in real-time.[/p]
• [p]\[PET] feature[/p]
  • [p]Click and hold the left mouse button while moving it side-to-side over the DB’s head to pat them.[/p]
  • [p]There are special voice lines that can only be heard while headpatting.[/p]
• [p]NOTE: Currently, \[LOOKAT] and \[PET] features are available only for the DBs listed below. We are working hard to bring these features to all DBs as soon as possible.[/p]
  • [p]Currently Supported DBs:[/p]
    • [p]Label (Diving)[/p]
    • [p]Airing (SteamedBun)[/p]
    • [p]Airing (Ego)[/p]

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

• [p]Fixed an issue where unexpected error pop-ups appeared after extended gameplay or frequent pausing and resuming.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where "AQUA BLUE" DLC Device and Note skins were accessible without completing the required Research Log missions.[/p]
• [p]Removed the redundant "Switch to Single Play Mode" notification that appeared when selecting individual patterns within the P.A.T.C.H. pop-up while already on the song selection screen.[/p]
• [p]Updated all \[Note Layout] option names in the PLAY OPTIONS pop-up to be displayed in all caps.[/p]
• [p]Corrected a typo in the Section Completion animation for the 'Radio' Device skin:[/p]
  • [p]Fixed: [c]SECTION CONNECT[/c] → [c]CONNECT SUCCESS[/c][/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h2]Adjustments and Improvements[/h2]

• [p]Gameplay can now only be resumed by selecting the \[RESUME] button on the pause screen.[/p]
• [p]Added the ability to skip score and rank-up animations on the Result Screen by left-clicking the mouse.[/p]
• [p]Improved the input system to support keyboard layouts that were previously not recognized correctly.[/p]
• [p]Performed overall optimization for the game client.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h2]Known Issues[/h2]

• [p]We are currently investigating an issue where the cursor moves unintentionally during gameplay.[/p]
• [p]We are currently investigating an issue where the client becomes unresponsive or crashes during the exit process.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]We sincerely appreciate your continued support for PLATiNA :: LAB.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Get the base game and DLCs of "PLATiNA :: LAB" at up to 25% off during the Steam Winter Sale starting today![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Discount Period[/h2][p]From Thursday, Dec. 18, 10:00 to Monday, Jan. 5 2026, 09:59 (PST)[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Discounted Titles[/h2][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]Server maintenance will be carried out during the period below in preparation for the release of the “sasakure.UK :: TJ.hangneil” DLC and to apply the new update.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Maintenance Schedule[/h2][p]December 19, 2025 (Fri), 13:00 – 16:00 (UTC+9)[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Notes[/h2]

• [p]Game services will be unavailable during this time. Thank you for your understanding.[/p]
• [p]The maintenance end time is subject to change based on the progress of the operation.[/p]
• [p]Should there be any changes to the maintenance schedule, we will notify you via a additional announcement.[/p]

[p]More details regarding the "sasakure.UK :: TJ.hangneil DLC", scheduled for release in December 2025, will be unveiled soon via a live broadcast next week.

Please stay tuned for the announcement![/p][p][/p][h3]Date & Time[/h3][p]Monday, December 15, 2025, 18:00 (UTC+9)[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]