NoSlack Pets: Lo-Fi Paws News

[h3]V1.0.11 (2025-9-14) This Week's Updates✨[/h3][p]Hello everyone! Another week has flown by, and Miino is here with fresh updates!
Some of these features are already available in the Playtest branch, while the Demo version allows preview but not yet full use. We update daily, but we publish patch notes weekly—so here’s what’s new this week! 🐾[/p][hr][/hr][h2]🆕 New Content[/h2]

• [p]5 new cat skins[/p]
• [p]5 new house frames[/p]
• [p]5 new wall decorations[/p]
• [p]4 new floor decorations[/p]
• [p]10 new windows, 10 new floors, 10 new walls[/p]
• [p]4 new keyboards[/p]

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• [p]Headgear “Favorites”: mark your favorite headgear for easier access[/p]
• [p]Marketplace filters & sorting for headgear[/p]

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• [p]Music cleanup tool: remove missing music files from your playlist[/p]
• [p]Power-saving mode: lower FPS to save energy[/p]
• [p]Resizable furniture & cat-desk items: freely scale decorations[/p]

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• [p]Update reminder: red dot notification when a new version is available[/p]
• [p]New advanced tutorials in handbook style[/p]

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• [p]Study Room: chest sound toggle[/p]
• [p]Mini-mode (Pool Party & Study Room) now supports chat[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🔧 Optimizations[/h2]

• [p]New record notifications in minigames[/p]
• [p]Store scene & equipment UI improvements, added unequip button[/p]
• [p]White noise loops adjusted for smoother playback[/p]
• [p]Music player now blocks files over 512MB (prevents lag)[/p]
• [p]Avatar refresh issues fixed across multiple features[/p]
• [p]Boss Key moved to F9, also hides taskbar icon (can restore from system tray)[/p]
• [p]Press ESC to quickly close menus[/p]
• [p]Mini-mode bus status icons improved[/p]
• [p]Activation codes renamed to Cat Passwords[/p]
• [p]Study Room now shows cat & headgear info[/p]
• [p]Cat Password UI now has loading animation[/p]
• [p]Vertical monitor resolution support[/p]
• [p]Pomodoro Timer supports up to 99 rounds[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🐞 Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed possible “Not Responding” on exit[/p]
• [p]Fixed Cat Bus UI residue issue[/p]
• [p]Fixed bathroom carpet layering issue[/p]
• [p]Fixed game mode showing taskbar icon[/p]
• [p]Fixed Study Room avatars & names not loading[/p]
• [p]Fixed ranking list loading optimization[/p]
• [p]Improved multi-language translations[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]Thank you all for your continued feedback and support! ❤️
We’re working hard to polish NoSlack Pets so every moment with Miino feels cozy, relaxing, and fun.[/p][p]👉 Play the Demo or apply for Playtest now on Steam:
https://s.team/a/3714370[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]🙌 We Need Your Feedback![/h2][p]The Demo is just the beginning—we’re polishing gameplay and experience every day. Please share your thoughts in the forums[/p][p]Discord[/p][p]x[/p][p]or Bilibili, and help shape No Slack Pets! 💖[/p][p][/p][p]As a small 3-person indie team, every comment matters. Thanks to your support, we’ll keep improving and adding cozy surprises 🐾[/p][hr][/hr][h2]🔮 Special Notes[/h2]

• [p]Demo Version: Offers core gameplay, stable experience.[/p]
• [p]Playtest Version: For testing new features, may be unstable. Approved testers can invite 2 friends.[/p]
• [p]Progress: Coins, purchases, achievements, and levels will carry into the full release.[/p]
• [p]Headgears: With the exception of limited-event headgears, Demo/Playtest headgerar drops will not carry over due to Steam inventory restrictions.[/p][p][/p]

[hr][/hr][p]More test benefits and FAQs can be found here:[/p][p]Test benefits and FAQs[/p][p][/p][p]❤️ A desktop pet that truly stays with you.
Relax with the sound of typing, study breaks, and cozy company.
✨ Download the Demo now and begin your journey of focus & companionship![/p]

[h3] Thank you very much to every player who participated in the test. It is your recognition that gives us the motivation to keep improving the game. Now the Demo version has been made available for free. There are some questions that get asked frequently, so this time we’ll share both the perks and FAQ with everyone all at once. Wishing you all a wonderful time playing the game!🐱[/h3][p][/p][h3]Q: What’s the difference between Demo and Playtest? [/h3][p]A:[/p]

• [p]Demo = stable core gameplay, fewer features, free for everyone to try.[/p]
• [p]Playtest = test new features, may have more bugs, feedback is welcome! Approved Playtesters can also invite 2 friends to join.[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Q: What’s the difference between Demo and Full release? [/h3][p]A:[/p]

• [p]Demo doesn’t include synthesis, ranking, or some customization.[/p]
• [p]Full version will have more modes, mini-games, to-do list, and 800+ items. (Demo currently has about 150+ headwear + decorations.)[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Q: How do I download the Demo? [/h3][p]A: Option 1:  Main store page  → click Download Demo. [/p][p]Option 2:  Demo store page  → click Install Demo.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Q: Will my progress carry over to the full release? [/h3][p]A: [/p][p]✅ Paw Coin, purchased items, achievements, levels, playtime → will carry over. [/p][p]❌ Headgears from test versions → won’t carry over (technical reason with Steam inventory).[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Q: What if I get an error when opening a gift box? [/h3][p]A: It’s usually a connection issue with Steam services. Wait 1 minute and try again. If the issue continues, check your Steam connection or try a VPN.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Q: How to earn Paw Coin?[/h3][p] A: Through piggy bank (auto every minute), daily tasks, Miino greetings, leveling up, mini-games, and achievements.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Q: How to earn EXP? [/h3][p]A: Also through piggy bank, daily tasks, Miino greetings, and mini-games.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Q: How to get headgear? [/h3][p]A: Every 30 min you’ll receive a gift box 🎁 with a random headgear. You can also get help from others in the Study Room to open boxes together (ownership doesn’t change).[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Q: What are the drop rates in test versions? [/h3][p]A:[/p]

• [p]Common: 90.00%[/p]
• [p]Rare: 9.51%[/p]
• [p]Super Rare: 0.49% (Epic & Legendary will be added in the full version!)[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Q: I can’t open the menu after choosing game mode, what to do? [/h3][p]A: Click the game window to focus, then press F4. Or right-click the game in your system tray → uncheck “Game Mode”.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Go to Settings → Activity → Meow Code 🐱 and enter the code:[/h3][p][/p][h2]🎀 Yarn Ball (Epic) [/h2][h2]Enter:  noslack pets [/h2][p][/p][p][/p][h2]🐟 Canned Fish (Epic) [/h2][h2]Enter:  demo  (Demo only, not valid in Playtest)[/h2][p][/p][h2]🎲 Artifact Cube (Epic) [/h2][h2]Enter:  ArtifactSeeker  [/h2][h3](Valid if you own Artifact Seeker or Artifact Seeker: Rebirth)[/h3][h2][/h2][p][/p][h2]💰 5000 Paw Coin [/h2][h2]Enter:  coin a [/h2][p][/p][h2]🎀Heart rabbit ear hoop[/h2][h3]This head accessory is very special. You’ll see for yourself once you get into the game and experience it~🐱[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]👉 Each reward can only be claimed once per player.[/p][p]👉 Test rewards WILL carry over to full release. [/p][p]👉 More hidden rewards → check announcements![/p][p]👉 If there is no response after entering the code, please try again later or use Vpn (due to Steam service usage) .[/p]

[p]Hi everyone! This update brings brand new music, decorations, features, and plenty of optimizations, along with bug fixes to make time with Miino warmer and smoother 🐱✨ Many new headgears and furniture pieces come directly from your suggestions—thank you for inspiring us![/p][hr][/hr][h2]🆕 New Content[/h2]

• [p]🎵 Music: 12 new classical tracks (performer credits in Settings → About)[/p]
• [p]📚 Study Room: Password room function, invite friends without distractions 🥰[/p]
• [p]📒 Notebook: New Tutorial & FAQ for newcomers[/p]

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• [p]🏠 Decor / Scenes[/p]
  • [p]1 new frame, 3 walls, 6 wall decors, 3 floors, 3 floor decors, 1 foreground, 1 lamp, 1 window[/p]
• [p]💻 Equipment: 4 new desks, 1 desk lamp, 7 decorations[/p]

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• [p]🎀 Headgear: 5 new headgears[/p]
• [p]🐾 Demo: Added Study Room Ticket system[/p]
• [p]⏳ Pomodoro: New beginner guide[/p]
• [p]🎮 Free Mode: New F6 hotkey for quick switching[/p]
• [p]⚙️ Settings: Cat scale, UI scale, toggle house & equipment (better 4K support)[/p]

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• [p]🚌 Cat Bus: New Bumper Car function for quick module switching[/p]

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• [p]🔄 System: “Restart and Update” feature for one-click updates[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]⚡ Optimizations[/h2]

• [p]Leaderboard: Option to delete your own mini-game scores[/p]
• [p]UI & Interactions:[/p]
  • [p]New accounts won’t auto-pin by default[/p]
  • [p]Exit confirmation for Study Room/Pool mini-modes[/p]
  • [p]Window dragging disabled during mini-games[/p]
  • [p]Gift Boxes no longer require focus energy[/p]
  • [p]Warning when creating a room while already inside[/p]
  • [p]Shop shows total number of hats[/p]
• [p]Cat Bus:[/p]
  • [p]Remembers position between sessions[/p]
  • [p]Exit confirmation[/p]
  • [p]Reduced lag when starting White Noise[/p]
  • [p]Improved overlap handling in Free Mode[/p]
• [p]General Experience:[/p]
  • [p]Exit confirmation for Playtest/Demo versions[/p]
  • [p]Edge snapping support for Cat Bus & mini-mode[/p]
  • [p]Support for 5120x1440 resolution[/p]
  • [p]Fixed initial White Noise stutter in Cat Bus[/p]
  • [p]Fixed some missing Chinese character display[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🐞 Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed Cat Bus too long → could not drag from front[/p]
• [p]Fixed Miino’s paw clipping through desk[/p]
• [p]Fixed Playtest song favorites issue in Demo[/p]
• [p]Fixed Daily Task coin reward error[/p]
• [p]Fixed Pomodoro mini-mode timer not ending properly[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🙌 We Need Your Feedback![/h2][p]The Demo is just the beginning—we’re polishing gameplay and experience every day. Please share your thoughts in the forums, Discord, or Bilibili, and help shape No Slack Pets! 💖[/p][p]As a small 3-person indie team, every comment matters. Thanks to your support, we’ll keep improving and adding cozy surprises 🐾[/p][hr][/hr][h2]🔮 Special Notes[/h2]

• [p]Demo Version: Offers core gameplay, stable experience.[/p]
• [p]Playtest Version: For testing new features, may be unstable. Approved testers can invite 2 friends.[/p]
• [p]Progress: Coins, purchases, achievements, and levels will carry into the full release.[/p]
• [p]Headgears: With the exception of limited-event headgears, Demo/Playtest headgerar drops will not carry over due to Steam inventory restrictions.[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]❤️ A desktop pet that truly stays with you.
Relax with the sound of typing, study breaks, and cozy company.
✨ Download the Demo now and begin your journey of focus & companionship![/p]

[p]Hello everyone! We're excited to announce that the NoSlack Pets: Lo-Fi Paws trial is now available! 🎉 Download the free trial now and spend some focused and heartwarming time with Miino! [/p][p][/p][h2]🌟 The core gameplay that can be experienced in this Count trial version[/h2]

• [p]Headgear collection: 33 Common/Uncommon/Rare Headgear are available (280+ in the official version)[/p]
  • [p]Gift box drop probability:[/p]
    • [p]Common: 90.00%[/p]
    • [p]Uncommon: 9.51%[/p]
    • [p]Rare: 0.49%[/p]
  [p](The official version will add Epic, Legendary and other Headgear, the drops will change at that time, there will be free Epic Headgear during the Demo period, please pay attention to the announcement!)[/p]
• [p]Personalized dress-up: 8 types of cat skins, expressions and house/desktop decorative items (at least 8 of each type) Free mode: You can freely drag the cat to the task window or the edge of the screen[/p]

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• [p] Immersive atmosphere: 20+ light music & 10 white noise (the official version will be expanded to 39+ music & 36+ white noise)[/p]

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• [p]Efficiency tools: Basic Pomodoro, CatBus[/p]

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• [p]AFK Gift Box: While focusing on AFK, you can accumulate gift boxes and get constant surprises[/p]

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• [p]Online Study Room: Study with cats and help each other open gift boxes[/p]

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• [p]Piggy Bank: Automatically collects Gold Coins and Exp every minute, you can claim them at any time[/p]

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• [p]Achievements System: 22 Achievements systems are available, the official version will have more than 100[/p]

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• [p]Mini-games: Mini-games to improve concentration, with Meow Coins and Exp given away (full version opens leaderboards and more mini-games)[/p][p] [/p]

[h3]Special Note:[/h3]

• [p] Try out the Gold Coins and all Gold CoinPurchase items, levels, achievements, AFK time, and other data will all be carried over to the official version! [/p]
• [p]The Headgear in the demo version will not be carried over to the official version!! (Because from a mechanical point of view, the Steam inventory does not support this. Of course, there will be more Headgear waiting for players in the official version 🐱)[/p]

[hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]🔮 The official version will unlock more content[/h3]

• [p]280+ Headgear and HeadgearSynthesis​ system[/p]
• [p]400+ Skins, emoticons, houses and desktop decorations[/p]
• [p]51+ Music and 36+ White Noise[/p]
• [p]More weather effects, limited-time activities and mini-games[/p]
• [p]More complete collections, Achievements and growth mechanisms[/p]

[p][/p][p]I hope everyone will leave a message, we will implement your suggestions into the game! 🐱[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h2]🙌 We need your feedback! [/h2]

• [p]The demo is just the beginning, and we're eager to hear from you all. Thank you to every player who's left a comment and supported us. It's your feedback and encouragement that keeps the team moving forward in our intense polish. We're constantly refining the gameplay and experience, with daily updates. Feel free to join us on official Discord, our QQ group, Bilibili, HeiHeiBox, and X to discuss your suggestions and chat about cats. We're all listening! [/p]

• [p]There's still a lot of room for improvement in the demo, so we hope you'll understand and offer us some suggestions. We value every feedback you give us. As a small, three-person independent game team, we'll do our best to make the game even better! [/p]

[p] 👉 Join us in the various discussion forums and help us make NoSlack Pets even better! [/p][p][/p][p]💖Don't forget to wishlist the game to get the latest news on the full release! [/p][p]📢 PlayTest is constantly updating. Follow us to keep up with every Count evolution, and there will also be mysterious surprises! [/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]Version Notes: [/h2]

• [p]Currently, there are two versions of the game. The Playtest version is for everyone to test new features and may contain more undetectable bugs. We sometimes need your help in reporting bugs. The Demo version is a gateway for more players to experience our core gameplay. While it has less content, it's enough to experience the fun of the game. [/p]
• [p]If you would like to choose Playtest, click Apply and wait for approval before you can start testing. Testers who pass the Playtest review will be able to invite two additional friends to participate in the test. [/p]
• [p]There are no restrictions in the Demo version, and you can experience it at any time. No matter which version you choose, we will do our best to make the game better and bring you a better experience. [/p]

[hr][/hr][p][/p][h2]❤️ A desktop pet game that really "accompanies you"[/h2][p]Heal yourself in the sound of keyboards, take a break from work and study, and make your life more relaxed, cute, and yourself. [/p][p]✨ Download the trial version and start your journey of concentration and companionship! [/p]

[h3]V1.0.9 (2025-8-31)[/h3][p]Hello everyone! Here comes a brand-new update packed with new features, optimizations, and bug fixes. Let’s take a look![/p][hr][/hr][h2]✨ New Features[/h2]

• [p]Added a complete Esports Room Scene with 27 items ✨[/p]

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• [p]Added 3 new device ornaments and 1 device lamp (thanks to community suggestions!).[/p]
• [p]Added 6 new headgears (also inspired by player feedback).[/p]
• [p]Expanded new player tutorials, covering:[/p]
  • [p]Basic operations[/p]
  • [p]Achievements & Daily Tasks[/p]
  • [p]Study Room, White Noise & Music[/p]
  • [p]Pool Party and more[/p]

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• [p]Added screenshot sharing (supports full-screen & desktop captures).[/p]

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[/p][hr][/hr][h2]🔧 Optimizations[/h2]

• [p]Study Room: auto rejoin after disconnection.[/p]
• [p]Improved error prompts when opening chests.[/p]
• [p]Better prompts in mini-mode when re-entering Study Room.[/p]
• [p]Improved duplicate purchase prompts for scene & device items.[/p]
• [p]Playtest & Demo players can now claim “Yarn Ball” headgear.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted sound effects across systems.[/p]
• [p]Refined tooltip display and tutorial text animations.[/p]
• [p]Polished piggy bank sound effects.[/p]
• [p]Cats no longer type when keyboard is unequipped.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🐞 Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed multi-monitor switching bug (thanks players ❤️).[/p]
• [p]Fixed issue with taskbar icon hidden when minimized.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Study Room showing “full” when only 1 slot left.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Catbus music requiring “next track” before playing.[/p]
• [p]Fixed White Noise timer not working in mini-mode.[/p]
• [p]Fixed White Noise resuming automatically when mini-mode opened.[/p]
• [p]Fixed music not playing the next track automatically.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Study Room achievements not completing.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Catbus right-click issue (cat not retracting).[/p]
• [p]Fixed free mode cats being “thrown” off-screen when on window edges.[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]That’s all for this update! 🎉 As always, thank you for your feedback and support—it helps us improve step by step. Keep sharing your thoughts, and don’t forget to add NoSlackPets: Lo-Fi Paws to your Wishlist if you haven’t already! 🐱💖[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Thank you to every player reading this announcement!
To show our appreciation for all testers, during the Test period, simply go to \[Settings] – \[Activation Code] and enter: 【noslack pets】，[/p][p]You'll receive an Epic, limited-edition headgear item — Yarn Ball![/p][p][/p]

[p]"It's time to witness a miracle!"[/p]

[p][/p][p]The Epic, limited, and cat-favorite Perpetual Yarn Ball is now yours![/p][p] [/p][p][/p][p]Bonus Coins via Activation Code In the Playtest version, enter coin a in Activity → Activation Code to receive 5,000 coins for faster content unlocking.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]💬 Developer's Note:[/h3][p]A huge thank you to everyone who has provided feedback and encouragement. Your support gives our team the motivation to keep improving, even during long hours of development! We are committed to bringing you more updates and better features.[/p][p]Join our test group and provide your valuable feedback. We appreciate every suggestion, and your opinions help shape the future of No Slack Pets! We are constantly updating the game with new content and improvements and will try to keep you updated weekly with all the changes.[/p][hr][/hr]

[p]Stay tuned for more exciting features, and thank you for being part of this journey with us! 🐾[/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]💡 How to Join the Playtest?[/h3]

1. [p]Visit our Steam page[/p]
2. [p]Click the “Request Access” button, and then you can click “Play Now” to join the Playtest![/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]💡 How to Stay Updated?[/h3]

• [p]Discord link (Click to join, feel free to leave feedback! We’ll take it seriously and improve! you can see our updates on each new version)[/p]
• [p]Youtube (Watch gameplay videos and other related content)[/p]
• [p]x.com (Follow us for announcements and updates)[/p]

[hr][/hr][p]Thank you all for your support! We look forward to hearing your feedback! If you enjoy the game, please consider adding it to your wishlist and following the game! We truly appreciate it![/p]