Ranch Farm and Store Simulator News

[p]Hello, Ranchers! 😀🧑🏻‍🌾🐮[/p][p][/p][p]It’s been a month since the game launched in Early Access, and we’re thrilled with how far we’ve come. Over the past few weeks, you’ve shared a number of helpful suggestions and reports. [/p][p]Here are some of the key points we heard from you:[/p]

• [p]Employees feel less effective at higher levels, struggling to keep up with the growing workload.[/p]
• [p]High-level players want to reduce repetitive micromanagement by automating tasks.[/p]
• [p]Some players would like to play in a more casual, relaxing way.[/p]

[p]Based on your feedback, we’ve added several new features and improvements to better support your needs. We're continuing to improve iteratively and incrementally, delivering meaningful updates step by step 😀[/p][p][/p][h3]1. New Employee Skills [/h3][p]Two new skills are now available for employees:[/p]

• [p]Planter: Plants crops and animals in available planter box and animal pen[/p]
• [p]Nutrient Worker: Applies nutrients to planter box and animal pen[/p]

[p]These skills reduce manual effort and are ideal for players who prefer a more efficient and hands-off workflow.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]2. Planter Box, Animal Pen, & Bird Cage Employee Settings[/h3][p]To ensure that the crops and livestock placed by employees are exactly as you intended, make sure to use the Employee Settings menu. Employee Settings allow you to assign specific focus commodities to individual planter boxes, animal pens, and bird cages. This gives you more control over who is responsible for each area of the farm. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]3. Hard Work Impact [/h3][p]The Hardwork attribute now has a greater impact by increasing employee movement speed, including the ability to run. Employees will start running once their Hardwork stat reaches a certain threshold. This helps them complete tasks more effectively and speeds up your entire production loop.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]4. Difficulty Options in Playstyle Settings[/h3][p]You can now choose between Easy and Normal difficulty modes to better match your preferred playstyle. Normal Mode is the default setting and provides the intended game balance and progression pace. Easy Mode is perfect for casual players who want to enjoy the game with less pressure.[/p][p]Easy Mode contains the following adjustments: [/p]

• [p]Reduced costs for animal pens, kiosks, planter boxes, bird cages, and store expansions[/p]
• [p]Store and stall expansions can be purchased with either money or diamonds.[/p]
• [p]Double XP gain for faster level progression[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Bug Fixes & Optimizations[/h3]

• [p]Fixed issue where the game failed to load if the save file was corrupt[/p]
• [p]Fixed duplicate planting when deploying seeds simultaneously with employee action[/p][p][/p]

[p]Thank you for playing and supporting the game. Your feedback continues to shape every improvement we make. We hope these updates bring more flexibility, smoother workflows, and a more enjoyable experience to your farm.[/p][p][/p][p]As always, if you enjoy the game we’d be grateful if you leaving a review, and don’t hesitate to leave your thoughts or suggestions in the Discussions section. [/p][p][/p][p]Happy playing! 😀🐄🐓[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]Hello, Ranchers! 😀🧑🏻‍🌾🐮[/p][p][/p][p]It’s been a month since the game launched in Early Access, and we’re thrilled to see how far we’ve come together. We’re back with another update that brings fresh customization options, exciting new kiosks, and critical fixes to enhance your overall gameplay experience. Thanks to your valuable feedback through the in-app system and Steam Discussion forums, we continue to improve iteratively and incrementally, delivering meaningful updates step by step 😀[/p][p]Let’s dive into the details:[/p][p][/p][h3]1. New Feature: Decorations Added[/h3][p]Give your farm a personal touch with our newest decoration items! You can now decorate using a variety of options such as fences, tiles, bushes, and stones, allowing you to design a ranch that reflects your style and creativity. These decorations not only make your ranch and farm more organized and visually appealing, but they also help guide customers and employees to move in a more structured and efficient way.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]2. New Kiosks: Salad & Perfume[/h3][p]We’ve expanded your business opportunities with the Salad Kiosk and Perfume Kiosk. These value-added stalls let you sell fresh salads and aromatic perfumes crafted from your farm’s produce, giving customers more variety and boosting your profits.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]3. Upgradeable Kiosk Storage [/h3][p]You can now increase your kiosks’ storage capacity by paying an upgrade fee. This allows you to stock more products, boost efficiency, and maximize your profits as your ranch grows. To upgrade storage capacity you need to interact the storage for each kiosk (default by pressing "F") and pay the upgrade fee.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]4. Higher Level Cap & Improved Progression[/h3][p]The level cap has been increased to 60, with unique experience requirements for each level. Additionally, every kiosk transaction now grants +10 EXP, making progression more rewarding as you grow your business.[/p][p][/p][h3]5. Force Day Requirement Update[/h3][p]The Force Day feature now includes clear timing requirements, allowing you to activate it at 19:00 for better schedule management.[/p][p][/p][h3]6. Tablet Menu State Memory[/h3][p]Your tablet now remembers the last menu you accessed, so you can pick up where you left off without navigating from the beginning each time.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Bug Fixes & Optimizations[/h3]

• [p]Fixed an issue where boxes could get stuck on trees outside the farm area.[/p]
• [p]Restored objects that fell below the ground, bringing them back to the front of the farm.[/p]
• [p]Resolved outline visibility issues on smaller screen resolutions.[/p]
• [p]Fixed player freeze when deploying animal nutrients.[/p]
• [p]Addressed disappearing objects when players were far away.[/p]
• [p]Prevented negative balances when purchasing kiosks and farm structures (Planter Boxes, Animal Pens, etc.).[/p]
• [p]Fixed the inability to move shelves and items when carrying a box.[/p]
• [p]Updated the info text for Force Day conditions.[/p]
• [p]Fixed first-hand item not saving after reload.[/p]
• [p]Improved storage upgrade system for kiosks[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]This update opens up more vertical space, introduces meaningful rewards, and gives you greater control over your layout. It’s a big step forward in shaping your ranch the way you want it.[/p][p]As always, thank you for your support! If you're enjoying the game, a review means a lot for us and if you have suggestions or feedback, feel free to share them in the Discussions section 😀.[/p][p][/p][p]Happy playing! 😀🐄🐓[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[p]Hello, ranchers! 😀🧑🏻‍🌾[/p][p][/p][p]We're back with an exciting update that adds new content and quality-of-life improvements to make managing your ranch smoother and more enjoyable. Thank you to your valuable feedback through the in-app system and Steam Discussion forums, we’ve been able to roll out several improvements and adjustments in this patch. With hundreds of suggestions coming in, we're developing the game iteratively and incrementally to ensure steady and meaningful progress with each update.[/p][p][/p][p]Let’s take a look at what’s new:[/p][p][/p][h2]1. New Selling Expansion: Kiosk [/h2][p]We’ve added kiosks as a new way to sell value-added products, including beverages, baked treats, desserts, merchandise, etc. This feature lets you diversify your offerings beyond raw materials, boosting profits and attracting more customers. Build unique kiosks to create a lively and profitable marketplace.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]2. New Challenges[/h3][p]We’ve added a series of new challenges to keep your gameplay engaging and rewarding. These challenges cover a variety of activities such as producing processed ranch goods, crafting vegetable-based products, collecting rare wild items, advanced hunting, and expert-level fishing. Complete them to test your skills and earn greater rewards.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]3. Flexible Commodity Supply for Production Tools[/h3][p]You can now supply both regular and special commodities to production tools. This gives you more control over production strategies, allowing you to adapt based on your current resources and goals. [/p][p][/p][h3]4. Notification Settings Added[/h3][p]We’ve introduced customizable notification settings to give you more control over alerts in the game. You can now choose which updates matter most and avoid unnecessary distractions while managing your ranch. [/p][p]Notification include :[/p]

• [p]Old Livestock Notification[/p]
• [p]Livestock Waste Notification[/p]
• [p]Non-productive Plant Notification[/p]
• [p]Salesperson Notification[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h3]5. Construction System Enhancements[/h3][p]Building and rearranging structures just got easier with a series of construction system improvements. These changes aim to make the process more intuitive and visually clear when setting up your ranch layout.[/p]

• [p]Rotation for construction parts has been disabled to prevent misplacement issues.[/p]
• [p]Added a Reset Construction Part option for easier adjustments.[/p]
• [p]Green and red placement indicators when moving construction items are now semi-transparent for better visibility.[/p]
• [p]Increased deploy distance for construction items to reduce placement conflicts.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]6. Simplified Fish Collection[/h3][p]Instead of collecting fish one by one, you can now gather them all at once, saving time and effort. This makes the fishing experience smoother and more rewarding.[/p][p][/p][h3]7. Tutorial for Auto-Save Feature[/h3][p]We’ve added a dedicated tutorial to explain the Auto-Save system in detail. This ensures you know when your progress is being saved and helps build confidence that your game data is secure. A small addition that brings big peace of mind.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

1. [p]Fixed an issue where Walet Meat still appeared in the commodity shelf focus.[/p]
2. [p]Resolved occasional problems where the net couldn’t shoot properly.[/p]
3. [p]Fixed a bug causing boxes to stack in hand when loading a game.[/p]
4. [p]Fixed issues where green boxes sometimes became uncollectable.[/p]
5. [p]Fixed milk and other products always producing special variants instead of regular.[/p]
6. [p]Addressed rare fish collection errors and fishing tool switching during loading.[/p]
7. [p]Resolved problems with birds being too hard to slaughter because they never perched.[/p]
8. [p]Fixed sudden box state changes (empty to full).[/p]
9. [p]Corrected inability to type after clicking a key on the virtual keyboard.[/p]
10. [p]Fixed show/hide broom and inventory outline visibility issues.[/p]
11. [p]Fixed employee plant harvester incorrectly harvesting animal products.[/p]
12. [p]Checked and resolved 3D defects on rivers.[/p]
13. [p]Updated all outlines to URP versions for better rendering, except on transparent materials.[/p]
14. [p]Fixed an issue where trees could not be chopped down,[/p][p][/p]

[hr][/hr][p][/p][p]This update opens up more vertical space, introduces meaningful rewards, and gives you greater control over your layout. It’s a big step forward in shaping your ranch the way you want it.[/p][p]As always, thank you for your support! If you're enjoying the game, a Steam Review means a lot for us and if you have suggestions or feedback, feel free to share them in the Discussions section. 😀[/p][p][/p][p]Happy playing! 😀🐄🐓[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]Hello ranchers 😀🧑🏻‍🌾🐮[/p][p][/p][p]First of all, thank you so much for all the feedback, suggestions, and bug reports you've shared with us. Your input has been incredibly valuable and helps us continue improving the game with every update.[/p][p]Now, we’re excited to bring you a major update packed with features that expand your store, reward your progress, and give you more freedom in managing your farm and business. [/p][p]Let’s walk through the highlights:[/p][p][/p][h2]1. Second Floor Store Expansion[/h2][p]As the variety of commodities grows, so does the need for more shop space. You can now upgrade your store to include a second floor! This feature unlocks at Level 20 and can be purchased to give you more room for shelves, display items, and serving more customers. Head to the upgrade menu when you're ready and have the resources to expand your store.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][p][/p][h2]2. Diamonds & Challenge System[/h2][p]We’ve added a brand new “Challenges” section to your tablet menu. Complete specific goals to earn Diamonds, a valuable resource used to unlock premium upgrades and exclusive farm items. These challenges give you short and long term goals to work toward while adding extra rewards to your daily gameplay.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]3. Cashier Speed Skill[/h2][p]To support the growing number of customers, especially with the new second floor, we’ve introduced a new stats only to cashier employee, "cashier speed skill". With this upgrade, your cashier will process customers faster and helping prevent long lines and keeping your store running smoothly. This new stats can also be upgraded to further increase speed.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]4. Exterior Stairs to Rooftop[/h2][p]A new outdoor staircase has been added on the right side of the store, allowing you to access the rooftop. From here, you can get a wider view of your farm, take a break, or simply enjoy the scenery from above. With access to the rooftop, you can also have access to more easily capture wild birds flying around your farm to raise them and collect their products.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]5. Flexible Item Placement Anywhere[/h2][p]You now have the freedom to place items not only in front of your store but across the entire farm area, except for store shelves. While this gives you full creative control, we understand that free placement can get messy, so we’re planning to add dedicated buildings like warehouses in future updates to help organize your setup.[/p][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][hr][/hr][h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

1. [p]Fixed gamepad navigation for several menus including Pause Menu and Management Menu.[/p]
2. [p]Fixed locked/available information not correctly informed in the Stats Menu under Tools section.[/p]
3. [p]Fixed an issue where some customers could get stuck.[/p]
4. [p]Fixed an issue where livestock was not moving.[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]This update opens up more vertical space, introduces meaningful rewards, and gives you greater control over your layout. It’s a big step forward in shaping your ranch the way you want it.[/p][p]As always, thank you for your support! If you're enjoying the game, a review means a lot for us and if you have suggestions or feedback, feel free to share them in the Discussions section.
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[p]Hello, ranchers! 😀🧑🏻‍🌾[/p][p][/p][p]We're back with an exciting update that adds new content and quality-of-life improvements to make managing your ranch smoother and more enjoyable. Thank you to your valuable feedback through the in-app system and Steam Discussion forums, we’ve been able to roll out several improvements and adjustments in this patch. With hundreds of suggestions coming in, we're developing the game iteratively and incrementally to ensure steady and meaningful progress with each update.[/p][p][/p][p]Before we dive into the details, a quick reminder: our 20% launch discount is still active as part of the Steam Summer Sale, so grab it fast before the launch discount ended.[/p][p][/p][p]Now, let’s take a look at what’s new:[/p][p][/p][h3]1. Wild Birds & Bird Cage [/h3][p]You can now find wild birds in nature and capture them for your farm. Once caught, they can be placed in a bird cage, adding more life and charm to your ranch. Wild birds are considered a type of livestock, but unlike others, they can’t be purchased from the tab menu. They can only be obtained by catching them in the wild. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]2. More Plants Added[/h3][p]We’ve added a wider selection of crops for you to grow. All available plant types are now organized in the tab menu, making it easier to browse and plan your farm layout. Many of these new plants are unlocked at higher levels, giving you more to look forward to as your farm progresses. More diversity means more options for farming strategies and product variety.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]3. One-Click Slaughtering & Selling Tools[/h3][p]The Slaughtering Tool and Selling Tool have been upgraded to support single-click functionality. Previously, you needed to press R to slaughter livestock and C to sell commodities, which could become repetitive over time. With this update, those actions can now be completed with a simple click, helping you save time and stay focused on running your farm efficiently.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]4. Storage Label Placement Fix[/h3][p]We’ve updated the placement of name labels on inventory storage containers. This makes it easier to identify contents at a glance and helps with keeping your supplies better organized. It’s a small fix with a noticeable impact on clarity.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]As always, if you enjoy the game we’d be grateful if you leaving a review, and don’t hesitate to leave your thoughts or suggestions in the Discussions section. [/p][p]Happy playing! 🐄🐓😄[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]