NoSlack Pets: Lo-Fi Paws News

[h3]V1.0.8 (2025-8-24)[/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][h3]📚 Study Room（Online）[/h3][p][/p]

• [p]You can now create or join an Online Study Room with your own custom name.[/p]
• [p]Study together with other players’ cats in real time.[/p]
• [p]When someone is busy studying and misses their headgear gift box, you can help them collect it—and they can help you too![/p]
• [p]Track your help history, climb the leaderboard, and enjoy short chat interactions while focusing.[/p]

[h3]🐖 Piggy Bank System[/h3][p][/p][p]
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• [p]Based on community feedback, we’ve reworked the coin/XP collection system.[/p]
• [p]Miino Cat will now automatically store coins and XP in a piggy bank instead of dropping them around the screen.[/p]
• [p]You can collect them anytime by clicking the piggy bank.[/p]
  • [p]Online Gain: +1 coin & +1 XP per minute while the game is running.[/p]
  • [p]Offline Gain: +1 coin & +1 XP per 5 minutes, even when the game is closed.[/p]
  • [p]Limit: The piggy bank stores up to 480 coins & 480 XP. Once full, it stops accumulating.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🔧 Optimizations[/h2]

• [p]Headgear Collection now displays when and how each item was obtained.[/p]

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• [p]Moved the Follow button to the main menu.[/p]
• [p]Disabled most floating tooltips on items for a cleaner interface.[/p]
• [p]Reset some scene decoration prompts for better clarity.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🐞 Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed an issue where achievement unlock items could be obtained for free under certain conditions.[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect achievement display.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where cats sitting on a window could get pushed off-screen when snapping the window to the top.[/p]
• [p]Fixed white noise settings being reset when switching to mini mode.[/p]
• [p]Fixed flickering when moving the cat house to the edge of the screen.[/p]
• [p]Fixed overlapping animations when entering via the Cat Bus after completing a Pomodoro in the Study Room.[/p]
• [p]Fixed issues with importing local music under certain conditions.[/p]
• [p]Fixed rooms not displaying correctly in rare cases.[/p]
• [p]Fixed abnormal white noise behavior when switching to the Cat Bus.[/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]

[h3]\[ NoSlack Pets:Lo-Fi paws ]Update V1.0.7 (2025-8-16)[/h3][hr][/hr][h2]New Features[/h2]

• [p]New Achievement System: 22 achievements + 54 hidden ones, with special rewards including 2 adorable cats, unique skins, and commemorative decorations.[/p]

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• [p]New Cat Skins: 8 skins added (2 of them unlocked via achievements 🐱).[/p]

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• [p]New Equipment & Decorations:[/p]
  • [p]1 new desk[/p]
  • [p]1 desktop decoration[/p]
  • [p]4 additional desktop decorations[/p]
  • [p]1 lamp[/p]
  • [p]1 scene decoration[/p]
  • [p]2 keyboards[/p]

[p](By the way, we’ve added a suffix to the game title — Lo-Fi Paws! Now, let soothing lofi music and the lovely miino cats accompany your desk. Thanks to every player who left us feedback — your suggestions for keyboards, decorations, desks, lamps, and cats are gradually being added into the game (>^ω^)[/p][hr][/hr][h2]Improvements[/h2]

• [p]Optimized F12 screenshot backgrounds (easier to share with friends and communities).[/p]

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• [p]Refined UI layering — Mini Mode windows now always stay on top.[/p]
• [p]Feedback page now supports save file upload.[/p]
• [p]Improved coin feedback when purchasing in the Market.[/p]
• [p]Pomodoro Timer now supports 3-digit input.[/p]
• [p]On dual-screen setups, cats and cat houses can now be dragged directly between monitors.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed issue where cats were not sitting when entering the Market page.[/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]

[h3]\[ NoSlack Pets ]Update v1.0.6 （in the last week）[/h3][hr][/hr][p]Thanks for your continued support! This week’s update brings many exciting new features and optimizations. Here’s what’s new:[/p][h2]📦 New Features[/h2]

• [p]New Desktop Equipment System You can now equip dedicated desktop devices — 8 desks, 12 keyboards, 4 lamps, and 20 decorations — to customize your setup like never before.[/p]

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• [p]Cat Bus Feature Easily store and access multiple mini-modes in one place. Now you can run the Pomodoro Timer, play background music, and run white noise at the same time without switching windows.[/p]

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• [p]New canopy (1), new lamp (1)[/p]
• [p]Bonus Coins via Activation Code In the Playtest version, enter  coin a  in Events → Activation Code to receive 5,000 coins for faster content unlocking. \[Insert image][/p]

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• [p]Decorations can now be flipped horizontally[/p]
• [p]Added more new player guidance/tutorials[/p]
• [p]Added animated facial expressions: 10 eyes, 10 mouths[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h2]⚙️ Improvements[/h2]

• [p]UI Redesign for Function Menu The menu bar has been rebuilt for better accessibility and a cleaner look.[/p]

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• [p]Improved Cloud Save Logic — auto-save every 5 minutes for greater data safety, preventing AFK progress loss[/p]
• [p]Fixed clipping issues with some accessories[/p]
• [p]Adjusted “insufficient coins” sound effect[/p]
• [p]Added sound effect when purchasing items[/p]
• [p]Editing mode now automatically hides the cat by default[/p]
• [p]Added feedback button to the decorations and equipment list[/p]
• [p]Expanded Feedback Form in Settings → Feedback for more detailed suggestions and reports[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h2]🐞 Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed issue where “launch on startup” did not work[/p]
• [p]Fixed skin switching not applying correctly when done quickly[/p]
• [p]Fixed background noise volume being altered when entering the market[/p]
• [p]Fixed rare overlapping frame issue in some scenes[/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][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]

[h3]🎉 V1.0.5 Update (Released on August 1st, 2025) [/h3][p]Thanks for your continued support! This week’s update brings many exciting new features and optimizations. Here’s what’s new:[/p][h3]🆕 New Features[/h3]

• [p]Pool Party Feature: Relax in the pool with soothing music and white noise! Want to join a pool party with friends? ( >^ω^< )[/p]

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• [p]New Decorations: Added 8 new lights and 5 new doorframes. Feel the warmth when you light them up![/p]

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• [p]System Tray Icon: You can now access quick operations through the right-click menu in the system tray![/p]
• [p]Pomodoro Timer Customization: Choose your preferred theme and ringtone for Pomodoro sessions to match your mood![/p]

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• [p]More Cat House Grids: More purchasable grids to expand and decorate your cat house![/p]

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• [p]System Taskbar Support: Music player, white noise, and Pomodoro timer now display in the system taskbar for easier access![/p]

[h3]🔧 Optimizations[/h3]

• [p]Reset Floor Decorations: Easily adjust your house decorations with the reset feature![/p]
• [p]Improved Dragging Detection in Free Mode: Cats move more naturally with the updated dragging detection system.[/p]
• [p]Taskbar Icon Display: Now displays in game mode for easier access![/p]
• [p]Music Shuffle Algorithm Optimization: Avoids repeated tracks under certain conditions![/p]
• [p]Hotkey Optimization: F1, F4, and F12 hotkeys now work even when the game window is not focused![/p]
• [p]Scene Lighting Optimizations: Nighttime scene lighting is now softer and more pleasant.[/p]
• [p]Pool Party Camera Adjustments: Adjust the camera height to see more cats during pool parties![/p]
• [p]Improved Cat House Drag Collision Detection: Dragging experience is smoother![/p]
• [p]Gift Box Animation Sound Effects: Added sound effects when opening gift boxes for a more interactive experience![/p]

[h3]🐞 Bug Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Fixed an issue where imported local music would play incorrectly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed the music player being obscured by the taskbar.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the cat in Free Mode didn’t reach for the left side of the screen.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue with some scene decorations not being draggable.[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect music playlist order when playing favorites.[/p]
• [p]Fixed the issue where pressing multiple keys and then one more would cause the counter to add N+1.[/p]

[p][/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][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]

[h3]🎉 V1.0.4 (2025-07-25) Patch Notes[/h3][p][/p][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][h2]🆕 New Content[/h2]

• [p]149 New Headgear Items
  Featuring fun toys, mini weapons, musical instruments, mahjong tiles, and popular designs like the Black Cat Hat and 3D Glasses—many suggested by Players! Feel free to share your ideas in the game or Discord![/p]

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• [p]Customizable Pomodoro Timer Settings
  Create multiple timers, adjust long/short break intervals—perfect for different productivity styles.[/p]

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• [p]20 New Focus Music Tracks
  A fresh collection of high-quality, focus-enhancing music, with gratitude to the amazing artists on Pixabay![/p]

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• [p]3 New Cat Skins
  Egyptian Mau, Snowshoe, and Black Cat—unleash more cuteness on your desktop![/p]
• [p]Local Music Import Support
  Add your favorite personal music to the in-game music player and create your own cozy playlist![/p]
• [p]17 New Room Decor Items
  Includes 6 floor types, 8 wall styles, and 3 new windows—design your dream cat room![/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🔧 Optimizations[/h2]

• [p]Quick White Noise Toggle in Mini Mode
  Select white noise directly within Mini Mode—faster and smoother operation![/p]
• [p]Free Mode Interaction Upgrade
  When UI and house are hidden, simply right-click your cat to exit Free Mode—more intuitive![/p]
• [p]Cats in Free Mode Can Now Snap to Screen Edges
  Make your desktop buddy even more tidy and playful.[/p]
• [p]New “Like” Button for Music Tracks
  One-click to favorite your preferred tracks—easier playlist management![/p]
• [p]Movable & Swingable Floor Items
  Decor can now be adjusted freely and animated in scenes—create more dynamic spaces![/p]
• [p]Improved Window Detection for Cats in Free Mode
  Better accuracy when cats interact with open windows.[/p]
• [p]Faster Music and White Noise Loading
  Reduced waiting time—snappier performance overall.[/p]
• [p]Clearer Auto-Start Program Name
  Easier identification of the app on startup.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]🐞 Bug Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed an issue where full-screen UI was hidden under the taskbar when “Always on Bottom” was active.[/p]
• [p]Fixed certain decorations being dragged off-screen.[/p]
• [p]Fixed sticky behavior between mini-game windows and the cat house.[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect white noise count display in Mini Mode.[/p]
• [p]Fixed overlapping UI prompt when chest opening fails.[/p]
• [p]Fixed music playback loop bug in Random Mode.[/p]
• [p]Prevented outdated versions from generating new-version headgear items.[/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]