Punch, Rest, Repeat News

[p]Hey everyone! 👋
Today I want to share a quick look at one of the systems I’ve been working on recently: Character Selection.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Until now, the game was very single-boxer focused. But as the project grew, it became clear that players should be able to choose who they step into the ring with, not just visually, but in terms of identity and progression as well.[/p][p][/p][h3]🧍 What’s New?[/h3][p]The new Character Selection screen allows you to:[/p]

• [p]Choose your boxer before jumping into the game[/p]
• [p]Set the foundation for future customization and unlockable characters[/p]

[p]The system is designed to be clean, fast, and expandable. Even though it looks simple on the surface, it’s already built to support:[/p]

• [p]Multiple playable boxers[/p]
• [p]Different progression paths[/p]
• [p]Cosmetic and stat-based differences down the line[/p]

[p][/p][h3]🛠️ Under the Hood[/h3][p]From a development perspective, this was an important milestone:[/p]

• [p]Characters are now handled as data-driven entities[/p]
• [p]The selected character persists cleanly into gameplay[/p]
• [p]The system integrates smoothly with saving/loading and future content updates[/p][p][/p]

[h3]🥊 What’s Next?[/h3][p]This update sets the stage for:[/p]

• [p]Visual customization[/p]
• [p]More personality per boxer[/p]
• [p]Meaningful choices that affect how you play[/p]

[p][/p][p]As always, feedback is more than welcome. Thanks for following the journey, more updates coming soon! 💪[/p][p][/p][p]Stay cozy & keep training,
Smiling Stallion Studios[/p]

[p]Hey everyone![/p][p]
We’re halfway through Steam Sports Fest, and it has already been an incredible week for Punch, Rest, Repeat! [/p][p][/p][p]First of all, a huge thank you to everyone who watched the new trailer, visited the store page, or added the game to their wishlist. The support means the world and gives us so much motivation to keep polishing the game.[/p][p][/p][h2]What’s New This Week?[/h2][p]During the festival, we continued improving several core systems of the game. Here’s a small peek behind the gloves:[/p][p][/p][h3]• Dummy Bag Training Overhaul[/h3][p]The training system now has real-time cooldown logic that works even while the game is closed.
You punch → you rest → your boxer grows. Simple, cozy, satisfying.[/p][p][/p][h3]• Challenge System Improvements[/h3][p]Challenges now spawn dynamically based on real time.
And yes, the opponent who knocks on your door stays the same even after closing the game.
If Mike challenged you, you’ll still face Mike when you come back. 👀[/p][p][/p][h3]• New Combo Mini-Game[/h3][p]We’ve been refining the combo challenge to be more fun and responsive.
You’ll see smoother timing, clearer feedback, and a better feeling of flow.[/p][p][/p][h3]• Background Autosave[/h3][p]Progress is safely stored without you noticing, so your boxer’s growth is always preserved.[/p][p][/p][h2]What We’re Working on Next[/h2][p]Here’s what’s currently on the bench:[/p]

• [p]More polish for fight animations[/p]
• [p]Better clarity for challenge indicators[/p]
• [p]QoL improvements requested by wishlisters[/p]

[p]And of course, we’re steadily preparing for the game’s full release later this year.[/p][p][/p][h2]If you like this project, a wishlist helps more than you think![/h2][p][/p][p]Every wishlist pushes the game to more players during the Sports Fest and gives me valuable visibility as a solo indie game developer.[/p][p][/p][p]Wishlist Punch, Rest, Repeat here:
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]Thank you again for all the love and support during Sports Fest.
We’ll be back with more updates soon, until then…[/p][p]Punch. Rest. Repeat. 🥊✨[/p]

[p]Hello everyone,[/p][p][/p][p]We're excited to celebrate Steam Sports Fest 2025 with a brand-new look at "Punch, Rest, Repeat", our cozy desktop boxing companion.[/p][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][p]Over the last few weeks, we’ve been polishing artwork, updating UI elements, improving animations, and expanding the overall “desktop companion” experience. As part of the festival, we’re happy to share our Official Gameplay Trailer, showcasing:[/p][p][/p][p] • Training cycles and skill progression,
• Growing stats and personalized workout plans,
• Play-while-you-work desktop companion features,
• Gym upgrades and customization options,
• Challenges, fights, knockdowns, and comebacks,
• Idle & Auto-Battle mode for a relaxed experience.[/p][p][/p][p]Punch, Rest, Repeat is designed to sit comfortably at the bottom of your screen while you work, study, or relax, levelling up your boxer little by little throughout the day.[/p][p][/p][p]We're getting closer to release, and your support means the world to us.
If you enjoy cozy games, idle mechanics, and gentle progression loops, please consider adding PRR to your Wishlist.[/p][p][/p][p]Watch the new Gameplay Trailer
Wishlist Punch, Rest, Repeat[/p][p]Enjoy Sports Fest![/p][p][/p][p]Smiling Stallion Studios[/p][p] [/p]

[p]Hey everyone![/p][p]
It’s time for a fresh development update, and there’s a lot to share! Punch, Rest, Repeat has been moving forward at full speed, and with the Steam Sports Fest getting closer, I wanted to give you a peek at what’s new behind the scenes.[/p][p]Let’s jump right in 👇[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]✔ Cloud Saves & Serialization are now fully implemented[/h3][p]Your boxer’s progress, upgrades, stats, and settings now save reliably across sessions and devices.
This was a big system to finalize, and I’m really happy with how stable and clean it’s working.[/p][p][/p][h3]✔ New Fight Flow & Feedback Improvements[/h3][p]The fight system has been reworked to feel smoother and more readable:[/p]

• [p]Better rhythm[/p]
• [p]Extra feedback on hits[/p]
• [p]Cleaner animations[/p]
• [p]Reduced clutter[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h3]✔ New Auto-Battle System[/h3][p]You can now let your boxer handle fights automatically while you work or relax.
This mode is optional, perfect for players who want a hands-off, cozy experience.[/p][p][/p][h3]✔ UI Polish Across the Board[/h3][p]Menus, icons, transitions, energy bars, and multiple small components got a proper cleanup pass to make everything more consistent with the overall cozy theme.[/p][p][/p][h3]✔ More Upgradable Items[/h3][p]New gym equipment has been added and made upgradeable with meaningful stat bonuses.
This should make training progression feel more rewarding.[/p][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][h3]✔ Minor bugs cleaned up[/h3][p]Lots of little things: flickers, layout issues, timing, text snap… gone.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Progression & Gym Balance Pass[/h3][p]Numbers will get another round of tuning so training → resting → fighting feels smoother and more satisfying.[/p][p][/p][h3]Localization[/h3][p]The game will support additional languages. Planned initial set:[/p]

• [p]Chinese[/p]
• [p]Japanese[/p]
• [p]Korean[/p]
• [p]Russian[/p]
• [p]Turkish[/p]
• [p]most likely German or Spanish next (depending on wishlist regions)[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Cozy New Backgrounds & Gym Equipment[/h3][p]To improve variety and long-term feel, more scenery & decorative elements are coming soon.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Once the game launches, these features are next on the roadmap:[/p][h3]Hall of Fame & Boxer Retirement System[/h3][p]A long-term progression mechanic to honor your strongest boxers.[/p][h3]More training types[/h3][p]To keep the core loop fresh and growing.[/p][h3]Balance updates based on community feedback[/h3][p]Your input will shape how the game evolves, especially the idle pacing.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Thank you so much for following the development of Punch, Rest, Repeat.
Your support genuinely means a lot, especially as a tiny solo developer.[/p][p][/p][p]If you haven’t yet, adding the game to your wishlist helps massively.[/p][p]More updates soon, including a gameplay trailer and some surprises as we get closer to launch![/p][p][/p][p]Stay cozy & keep training.
Smiling Stallion Studios[/p]

[p]Hello everyone! 👋[/p][p][/p][p]We’re excited to share some great news! Punch, Rest, Repeat has been officially accepted into the upcoming Steam Sports Fest! 🎉[/p][p]
The festival runs on December 8–15, and we can’t wait for you to see the game showcased there.[/p][p]If you’re new here, Punch, Rest, Repeat is a cozy idle boxing companion that quietly sits at the bottom of your screen while you work, study, or relax.[/p][p][/p][p]Here’s what the game is all about:[/p]

• [p]🥊 Train your boxer and grow stronger[/p]
• [p]💪 Join fights and tournaments[/p]
• [p]🎧 Let the game run in the background while you focus on life[/p]
• [p]⭐ Upgrade equipment, and keep improving[/p][p][/p]

[p]We’re also getting closer to our Winter Sale launch, coming very soon![/p][p]
If you enjoy cozy idle games with a unique boxing twist, consider adding the game to your wishlist.
It helps us a ton and supports a tiny indie team more than you can imagine.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks for being here, and see you at the Sports Fest soon! [/p][p]Smiling Stallion Studios[/p]