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BorderLog #5 - Farming & RELEASE DATE!

[p]Hey everyone! I’m excited to pull back the curtain on what I’ve been building lately. This dev update is all about giving you more freedom and introducing new systems that enrich progression. Imagine carving out your own space, growing your income, forging relationships, and shaping a world that feels truly alive.[/p][h3]I also want to officially announce that the game will release on Steam on April 27, 2026.[/h3][p][/p][h2]Safehouse and Equipment[/h2][p]One of the biggest additions is the purchasable safehouse system. Players can now buy their own safehouse and turn it into a personal base. Inside the house, you can now purchase decorations and furniture to customize the interior and make it feel like your own space.[/p][p]I also added a purchasable taser, giving players another useful tool in certain situations.[/p][carousel][/carousel][h2][/h2][h2]Animal Adoption System and Farming[/h2][p]I’ve implemented a new animal adoption system with dynamic events.[/p][p]I also started building a farming system. Players can now buy animals like:[/p]
  • [p]Cows[/p]
  • [p]Chickens[/p]
[p]You’ll be able to collect milk and eggs, which are then used to create new cocktail recipes. Some cocktails that include milk and eggs will even have unique gameplay effects.[/p][h2][/h2][h2]Employees and Passive Income[/h2][p]Another big addition is the employee system. Players can now hire workers who generate income over time. You can:[/p]
  • [p]Start and stop their work[/p]
  • [p]Interact with them to collect the money they earn[/p]
[p]This adds a new layer of passive income and management gameplay.

[/p][h2]Romance System[/h2][p]A new romance system has also been implemented. Players can now interact with a girl NPC through a Date app on the in-game phone. You can:[/p]
  • [p]Go on dates[/p]
  • [p]Buy gifts[/p]
  • [p]Give those gifts to increase happiness[/p]
[p][/p][h2]Dynamic Weather System[/h2][p]A dynamic weather system has also been added to make the world feel more immersive.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]City Expansion and NPCs[/h2][p]The city now feels much more alive. I added 40+ new NPCs and customers walking around the city.[/p][p]This helps make the world feel more active and populated.[/p]

BorderLog #4 - Scannable Cars & Black Market

[p]Hi everyone![/p][p]I wanted to share a development update and talk about some of the new systems and features. A lot has been added to expand the gameplay, the world, and the ways you can progress.
[/p][h2]Scannable Cars[/h2][p]I also added a car scanning system. Players can now scan vehicles before letting them go. This allows them to check for suspicious activity, hidden items, or other irregularities, adding another layer of interaction and decision-making to the gameplay.

[/p][p][/p][h2]Cars and Vehicle Customization[/h2][p]Vehicles are now a much bigger part of the game.[/p][p]Players can purchase different cars, each with their own speed and price.[/p][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p]I also added a car customization system where you can modify your vehicle with:[/p]
  • [p]New parts[/p]
  • [p]Different colors[/p]
  • [p]Performance upgrades[/p]
[p]There is also a special building in the city where you can drive your car inside and customize it. On top of that, I improved the car controller to make driving smoother and more realistic.[/p][h2][/h2][h2]Crime and Black Market Systems[/h2][p]I’ve introduced house robbery events using the “Dark” app on the in-game phone.[/p][p]Players can participate in robberies and then sell the stolen items through the black market system.[/p][p]This opens up another path for making money and progressing in the game.[/p][p][/p][h2]What’s Next[/h2][p]These updates are part of a larger effort to expand the game with more systems, more choices, and more ways to play.[/p][p]There’s still a lot more planned, and I’ll keep sharing updates as development continues.[/p][p]Thanks for playing and supporting the game![/p]

We’re Part of Made in Türkiye 2025!

[p][/p][p]I am excited to share that my project is part of the Made in Türkiye 2025 Festival on Steam. This year’s event brings together games made by skilled Turkish developers, including action, strategy, building, survival, horror, puzzle games, and more![/p][p][/p][p]Made in Türkiye 2025[/p][p][/p][h3]You can play a free demo, see what we’re building, and follow our development as we move forward.  If you enjoy it, feel free to follow and wishlist to stay updated on future news.[/h3][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Enjoy the festival and explore everything the teams have prepared for this year’s celebration![/p][p]
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Bug Fixes & Performance Improvements

[p]Bug Fixes:[/p]
  • [p]Vehicle flickering bug fixed.[/p]
  • [p]The body scan system has been improved[/p]
  • [p]Minor adjustments to reduce memory usage during extended play sessions.[/p]
[p]I hope these changes make your experience smoother! As always, thank you for your feedback and support.[/p][p]SifDev[/p]

Minor Bug Fixes & Performance Improvements

[p]Bug Fixes:[/p]
  • [p]Vehicle flickering bug fixed.[/p]
  • [p]The body scan system has been improved[/p]
  • [p]Minor adjustments to reduce memory usage during extended play sessions.[/p]
[p]I hope these changes make your experience smoother! As always, thank you for your feedback and support.[/p][p]SixRiz[/p]