Leaf Blower Co. News

[p][/p][p]We have a few lovely things to share today. From festivals to real-life meetups to what is coming next for Leaf Blower Co., there is a lot to celebrate and we would love to have you with us.[/p][p][/p][h2]🌿 Part of The Wholesome Games Celebration[/h2][p]Starting today, Leaf Blower Co. is featured in The Wholesome Games Celebration, a cozy global event that highlights games full of hope, joy, and introspection. We are really happy to be included.[/p][p]If Leaf Blower Co. has ever made you smile, now is the perfect time to celebrate with us. Blow some leaves, support some wholesome games, and enjoy the good vibes![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]📍 Meet us at Gamescom 2025[/h2][p]We’re heading to Cologne for Gamescom 2025 and we’d love to see you there.[/p][h3]20–24 August | The Indie Arena Booth[/h3][p]Stop by to try out Forklift games, chat with the team, pick up exclusive giveaways, and take some fun photos with us. We will be there in full leaf-blowing spirit and would love to meet you![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]🍁 Now part of the Steam Debut Festival[/h2][p]We are also taking part in the Debut Festival on Steam, a celebration of new games from first-time studios. It is a joy to be featured alongside so many fresh and creative projects![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Thanks for supporting us, for trying the demo, and for being part of the beginning of Leaf Blower Co.[/p][p]We are currently working on a big update to the demo, and we cannot wait to share more. Stay tuned so you do not miss what is coming next![/p][p][/p][p]— The Leaf Blower Team[/p][p][/p][p]JOIN OUR DISCORD[/p]

[p]First of all, thank you so much for all your support! Your reviews, feedback in the Steam forums, and comments on our Discord have been incredibly helpful. And of course, each and every survey response has been invaluble. This update wouldn’t be the same without your input. [/p][p]If you haven’t left a review yet, we’d really appreciate it. It helps us a lot![/p][p]We’ve just released a big update for the Leaf Blower Co. Demo, packed with UI upgrades, improved scanning, smarter leaf logic, and a bunch of quality-of-life improvements.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]🍃 Here’s what’s new:[/h2][p][/p][p]🧰 UI & Tools Makeover[/p]

• [p]The Tool Wheel, Nozzle Wheel, and Skills Wheel have all been refreshed[/p]
• [p]Cleaner, sharper HUD visuals[/p]
• [p]Hint icons now use crisp button images[/p][p][/p]

[p]🗺️ Mini-map & Scan Improvements[/p]

• [p]When you’re down to the last 25 leaves, they’ll now appear at the edge of the mini-map if they’re out of view[/p][p][/p]
• [p]Scan markers now use waypoint-style icons that are visible through walls[/p]
• [p]Bags and weeds are now included in scans[/p]
• [p]New situational waypoints, so things like tarps and chargers now have intuitive icons[/p]

[p][/p][p]🍃 Leaf Overhauls[/p]

• [p]The Roman Park now uses three simplified leaf sets, one per stage, to help prevent stuck leaves[/p]
• [p]The Mansion now features a single set of 2500 leaves, removing invisible barriers and offering more freedom[/p]
• [p]We’ve tested and confirmed support for 2000 leaves on screen at once[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[p]📦 Hub & Helpers[/p]

• [p]Physics for boxes in the hub have been improved[/p]
• [p]Crows have new idle animations to make them easier to spot[/p]
• [p]The "Help, I’ve got a stuck leaf" tool now finds up to 10 leaves and works even through walls[/p][p][/p]

[p]🧹 Moveable Bin Update[/p]

• [p]You can now place the moveable bin anywhere that doesn’t contain leaves[/p]
• [p]If you try to place it on leaves, a visual warning will appear[/p][p][/p]
• [p]This replaces the older system that blocked placement in active play zones[/p]

[p]🪲 Bug Fixes[/p]

• [p]Pressing 1 or 2 no longer forces a tool swap if that tool is already equipped[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the bin could be taken up the ladder[/p][p][/p]
• [p]The Skills Wheel now only shows skills you actually own[/p]
• [p]Fixed a typo in the "Swap back to Leafblower" message[/p]

[p][/p][p]And a few extras:[/p]

• [p]Loading screens now display a proper loading bar[/p]
• [p]The mural painting now ticks objectives as expected[/p]
• [p]Roman and Mansion level improvements based on community feedback[/p]

[p][/p][p]As always, we’d love to hear what you think. Your feedback helps shape every update! Join our Discord and help us make Leaf Blower Co. even better! [/p][p][/p][p]Until next time, [/p][p]The Leaf Blower Team[/p]

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[p]Minor Update: Freeplay Hint, Furniture Fix, and More[/p][p][/p]

• [p]You’ll now get a reminder about Freeplay mode when using the PC on Day 2, so it's easier to notice when it's available[/p]

• [p]Fixed a bug where furniture could behave oddly after being "fixed", it's now much more stable[/p]

• [p]Added a helpful hint in Freeplay mode about turning on your headlamp at night[/p]

[p]Thanks again for all your bug reports and feedback. Keep them coming 💚[/p]

[p][/p][p] 🧹 So we’ve been keeping this one under our hats for the last little while, but we can finally announce that we’re part of Wholesome Direct 2025![/p][p][/p][p]We’re thrilled to be a part of such an endearing and prestigious showcase, and of course where better for our chilled-out job sim to be than in such a cozy and wholesome selection of games.[/p][p][/p][p]Do check out their showing and the many other excellent games being featured.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]And as always, when life gives you leaves, you blow them away! 🍂[/p][p]— The Leaf Blower Team[/p][p][/p][p]JOIN OUR DISCORD[/p]