Toy Smash Kaboom! News

[p]Challenge Mode update[/p][p]We’ve added a new batch of public lineups to Challenge Mode. Come check them out and put your strategies to the test! (Sifd and other content creators contributed some of these lineups.)[/p][p]Additionally, we plan to feature more outstanding player-made lineups in future updates through community submissions or special events. Stay tuned![/p][p][/p][p]Improvements[/p]

• [p]Ranked Mode will no longer demote you to a lower tier after losing points (you will only drop to the minimum points of your current tier at most)[/p]
• [p]Optimized item drop rates[/p]
• [p]The number of 1-Gold shop rerolls has been increased from 2 to 3.[/p]
• [p]Mega Venom is now categorized as a type of “Water”[/p]
• [p]Mushroom and Mushroom King are now categorized as “Food”[/p]
• [p]Dancing Cactus crafting recipe updated: Cactus Ball + Striking Note → Cactus Ball +Mini Striking Note.[/p][p][/p]

[p]Bug Fixes[/p]

• [p]Fixed several localization errors[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the game could fail to restart on some PCs after changing the resolution[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where Riceball Warrior only summoned 1 rice ball[/p][p][/p]

[hr][/hr][p]Whether it’s a smart strategy, a funny moment, or anything you think could be improved, feel free to share with us in the community![/p]

• [p]Official Discord: https://discord.gg/GfrHR2mn5r[/p][p][/p]

[p]And don’t forget to add Toy Smash Kaboom! to your Steam wishlist！[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p]

[p]Following our launch, we made it onto top of Steam’s “New & Trending” list! [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]None of this would have been possible without all of you who visited the store page, downloaded the demo, shared your lineups and screenshots, offered suggestions, and left feedback in the reviews.[/p][p]For a small team still growing, this achievement is the best gift we could ask for, and the motivation that keeps us improving the game![/p][p]We’ll continue listening to your feedback, fixing issues, and updating the game so that every version feels better than the last.[/p][p]From the bottom of our hearts, thank you! You are the ones who made this toy world truly come alive.[/p][p]More updates and improvements are on the way, stay tuned! 🎉[/p][p][/p][p]New Features[/p]

• [p]Item drop rates of each quality for current round are now displayed in the shop[/p][p][/p]
• [p]Item prices are now shown in the Archive[/p][p][/p]

[p]Improvements[/p]

• [p]Added a prompt indicating that quitting a match counts as a loss[/p]
• [p]Added follow-up prompts to continue the game when selecting Gold in the “Craft Toys” event[/p]
• [p]Added a prompt for unlocking global hero rankings[/p]
• [p]Added a prompt indicating that the Flame Speaker’s ability cannot be accelerated[/p]

[p]Bug Fixes[/p]

• [p]Fixed desync issues in Memory Film text[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the B button couldn’t close menus in Steam Deck settings[/p]
• [p]Fixed a rare issue causing bullet models to disappear[/p]
• [p]Fixed a disruption issue when tutorial video rotation interrupted guidance[/p]
• [p]Fixed Silver Spring / Golden Spring not affecting normal summons[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where items couldn’t be locked when entering a new match after skipping the tutorial[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect Gold amount display in Training events[/p]
• [p]Fixed Poison Blade incorrectly affecting Hamster Ball[/p]
• [p]Updated King of Rock description to clarify buff effects[/p]
• [p]Moonlight Sonata and Meteor Sonata should not be triggered by Guitar-type items, this is now clearly noted in their descriptions[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]Whether it’s a smart strategy, a funny moment, or anything you think could be improved, feel free to share with us in the community![/p]

• [p]Official Discord: https://discord.gg/GfrHR2mn5r[/p][p][/p]

[p]And don’t forget to add Toy Smash Kaboom! to your Steam wishlist, it’s one of the best ways to support us! [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p]

[p]Hi everyone:[/p][p]Our indie game, Toy Smash Kaboom!, officially launched yesterday! Have you already started crafting unexpected toy battle armies within the desk space?[/p][p]The game is currently on a time-limited discount - if you haven't joined the fun yet, now's the perfect time to grab your copy and dive into the full experience![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]We're also very excided to bundle with Slots & Daggers! Grab the bundle for an extra 10% OFF![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]If you run into any issues while playing, feel free to reach out and chat with us on our official Discord:[/p][p]https://discord.gg/mGXGeskX[/p][p][/p][p]Please also don't hesitate to leave your thoughts and advice on the store page - Your support and valuable feedback are what keep our indie dev team moving forward. We’ll keep polishing the gameplay experience based on your thoughts and suggestions![/p][p][/p][p]And on this special occasion, we’d love to celebrate the launch together with your creativity![/p][p][/p][h2]Share your battles, builds, and creative ideas![/h2][p][/p][h3]📅 Event Duration[/h3][p]Dec 5 – Jan 5[/p][p][/p][h3]📌 Platforms:[/h3][p]Twitter, YouTube, Twitch[/p][p][/p][h3]❓ How to Enter[/h3]

1. [p]Share a video of the game on Twitter/X or YouTube with the hashtag #ToySmashKaboom, or stream the game on Twitch.[/p]
2. [p]Submit your video link + contact info through our Google Form (please be sure to fill it out, this is how we’ll contact you if you are selected!): https://forms.gle/KbVnmMwok7oVzKmd8[/p]
3. [p]That’s it! You’re in the raffle![/p]

[p]Feel free to submit as many entries as you like! But to keep things fair, each participant will only be counted once in the raffle.[/p][p][/p][h2]✨ What You Can Share[/h2][p]Anything goes, as long as it’s Toy Smash Kaboom–related![/p][p]For example[/p]

• [p]Simply share a battle clip, gameplay highlight, or even a full livestream, no strict theme required![/p]

[p]More specifically[/p]

• [p]A build or “playstyle” showcase: e.g., your unbeatable build or infinite Minions build[/p]
• [p]A fun montage or combo mix, especially if you’ve discovered new, unexpected synergies[/p]
• [p]Your backpack layout: maybe you’ve crafted a setup that’s satisfyingly organized, color-coded, or simply pleasing to the eye[/p]

[p]Every small moment in the game that may bring you joy is precious to us![/p][p][/p][h2]🎉 Rewards[/h2][p]We’ll randomly draw 6 participants, and each will receive a $20 Steam Gift Card![/p][p]Can't wait to see your incredible creation in the toy universe![/p][p][/p][p]We’ve created a set of cute and mischievous emojis featuring the Andy's little devil, and they’re now available for everyone to use in Discord chats![/p][p]Whether you're showing off a victory or just dropping something funny in the convo, the little devil’s got your back![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]If you have a moment, feel free to leave your thoughts about the game on Steam. Your feedback really helps us shape future updates and create more fun content![/p][p]Thanks so much for your support ❤️[/p][p][/p]

[p]Hi everyone![/p][p]Toy Smash Kaboom! has launched![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]The base price is 13.99 USD, with a two-week 15% launch discount, bringing it down to 11.89 USD.[/p][p][/p][p]We’ve also teamed up with three other wonderfully creative deck-building games — DICEOMANCER, Rana Card, and Cat God Ranch, to offer “Complete the Set” bundle discounts.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Purchasing through any of the bundles grants an additional 10% off on top of the launch discount![/p][p][/p][p]If you run into any issues in the game, feel free to join our official Discord for assistance and discussion. We’ll continue improving the gameplay experience based on your feedback![/p][p]Discord：https://discord.gg/GfrHR2mn5r[/p][h2][/h2][h3]What’s in the 1.0 release?[/h3][p]Version 1.0 features four heroes — Dr. Hamster, Doll Chef, the “Guitar Girl” Puppet Musician, and Naughty Andy who summons nightmares and alien armies — each with their own unique class, for a total of eight distinct classes.[/p][p][/p][p]You can choose from 400+ imaginative toys, class items, and even turn your friends into toys! Combine, manage, and build the ultimate Kaboom army across the tabletop battlefield.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Through asynchronous PvP battles, challenge creative lineups from players around the world, climb up 10 ranked tiers, and fight your way to the top of the leaderboard![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]By earning victories and completing quests, you'll unlock a series of story vignettes revealing the childhood memories of the main character Fred and the hidden pasts of the toys.[/p][p][/p][p]There are also skins, achievements, and a casual mode for players who prefer a less competitive experience.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]In Challenge Mode, you can fight using your own builds, your Steam friends’ uploaded builds, or lineup codes shared by the community. We’ve also featured influncers' builds for you to test your strategies against![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]The full release supports cloud saves and Steam Deck, and offers the following languages: English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, and German.[/p][p][/p][p]For more details, check out our previous dev logs:[/p]

• [p]1.0 Launch Trailer Drops! A Preview of What's Coming in the Full Version[/p]
• [p]Toy Smash Kaboom! will launch on December 4th!（UTC）[/p]
• [p]Toy Smash Kaboom! Art Style: How We Design Our Toys?[/p]
• [p]Toy Secrets Revealed | Fred & His Pop-Up Diary[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Launch Day Reflections & Our Heartfelt Thanks[/h3][p]From a single line of code to a full sketch, to what is now a complete toy-battling world, countless revisions and sparks of inspiration have shaped our small team’s busy but unforgettable 2025.[/p][p][/p][p]In the final months before launch, besides polishing the game, we worked hard to add even more toys and gameplay features that we thought players would enjoy.[/p][p][/p][p]Some new content we haven’t yet revealed will be announced after launch, and we will continue improving the game to make the toy room closer to the world we envisioned.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Lastly, a heartfelt thank-you to all our playtesters.[/p][p]Your feedback and encouragement carried us through every iteration and helped us finally bring this game to release.[/p][p][/p][p]The current free demo will remain available for a while for anyone who would like to try the game:[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]However, since the demo and 1.0 version differ in content and use separate ranking systems, demo ranks will not carry over. We hope players will enjoy the refreshed and greatly expanded battle experience in the full version.[/p][p][/p][p]In the coming days, we’ll be hosting more community events and rewards. Feel free to join our official Discord to follow updates and discuss powerful ranked builds with other players![/p][p][/p][p]Discord：https://discord.gg/GfrHR2mn5r[/p][p]X (Twitter)：https://x.com/FreeParticle_US[/p][p][/p]

[p]Hey everyone![/p][p]With less than one week left before the full release, we’ve just pushed a fresh update to the demo so everyone can warm up in advance![/p][p]This patch includes several balance adjustments, and most importantly, a brand-new item crucial for the Card lineup: Little Joker.[/p][p][/p][p]Stay tuned, tons of new toys and strategies are waiting for you in next week’s 1.0 launch![/p][p]
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Our Official Discord: https://discord.gg/GfrHR2mn5r[/p][p][/p][h2]New Content[/h2]

• [p]New Item: Little Joker[/p]

[h2]Improvements[/h2]

• [p]Updated art and icons for Tanks and Soldiers[/p]
• [p]Optimized the item details UI[/p]
• [p]Temporarily disabled the questionnaire[/p]
• [p]Updated the tutorial text at game start[/p]

[h2]Balance[/h2]

• [p]Mega Sunshine Vial: Targets 3 → 2, Burn stacks 4 → 3[/p]
• [p]Heavy Rain: Clear Burn stacks 1 → 2, AoE +25% → +30%[/p]
• [p]Thunderstorm: Clear extra 2 Burn stacks, AoE +25% → +30%[/p]
• [p]Puppet: Knockback 7 → 6, Knockback RES 1.7 → 1.6[/p]
• [p]Nutcracker: Knockback 8 → 7, Knockback RES 1.8 → 1.7[/p]
• [p]Nutcracker Captain: Knockback 9 → 8, Knockback RES 1.9 → 1.8, DMG 15 → 12, New recipe: Nutcracker + Pencil Big Brother[/p]
• [p]Thor's Hammer: DMG 10 → 15[/p]
• [p]Egg Launcher: Cooldown 8 → 6, buff effect slots 4 → 2[/p]
• [p]Peapod Shooter: DMG 5 → 6[/p]
• [p]Twin Peapod: DMG 6 → 7[/p]
• [p]Mega Peapod: DMG 7 → 8, HP 60 → 70[/p]
• [p]Popcorn Rain: Duration 4 → 5[/p]
• [p]Riceball King: Knockback RES 2 → 1.8[/p]
• [p]Seven: Knockback RES 1.8 → 1.7[/p]
• [p]Jack: Knockback RES 2 → 1.8[/p]
• [p]Rhino No.2: Knockback RES 2.2 → 2[/p]
• [p]Toy Car: Knockback RES 2.2 → 2[/p]
• [p]Little Lightning Vial: Knockback RES 1.8 → 1.7[/p]
• [p]Lightning Vial: Knockback RES 2 → 1.8[/p]
• [p]Lightning Sprite Vial: Knockback RES 2.3 → 2[/p]
• [p]Little Crocodile: Knockback RES 2.2 → 2[/p]
• [p]Crocodile Loafer: Knockback RES 2.5 → 2.2[/p]
• [p]Tank: Knockback RES 2.5 → 2.2[/p]
• [p]Bulldozer: Knockback RES 3.2 → 2.5[/p]
• [p]Eraser & Pencil Brothers: Knockback 10.5 → 10, Knockback RES 1.9 → 1.8[/p]
• [p]Banana: Buff effect slots added to both sides[/p]
• [p]Icicle: Spike 9 → 8[/p]
• [p]Pumpkin Warrior: HP 120 → 110[/p]
• [p]Nameless Knight: HP 160 → 150[/p]
• [p]Bamboo Copter: Shape adjusted[/p]

[h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed an issue where Multicast incorrectly affected item buff.[/p]

[h2]Full Release on December 4![/h2][p]Toy Smash Kaboom! launches on December 4![/p][p]Enjoy 15% off for the first two weeks, only 11.89 USD after discount.[/p][p]The 1.0 version will include:[/p]

• [p]All 4 heroes[/p]
• [p]Over 400 items[/p]
• [p]The brand-new Challenge Mode and Casual Mode[/p]

[p][/p][p]If you haven’t added us to your wishlist yet, now’s the perfect time! 👇 [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Join our community for the latest news, sneak peeks, and feedback👇: [/p][p]https://discord.gg/GfrHR2mn5r[/p]