Junkyard Simulator News

[p]Hey Junkers! 🎮⚙️[/p][p]At your request, I’ve just added new stamina options! 💪
From now on, you can extend stamina by +1h, +2h, or +3h — and yes, there’s also an option to turn stamina off completely ( MENU > OPTIONS > GRAPHICS/GAMEPLAY ) .[/p][p]Now, I’ll be honest with you — I still believe that the fridge system, shopping, and refueling are all perfectly balanced around the 1-hour stamina cycle. [/p][p]But since you’re my wonderful community ❤️ and I truly appreciate all your support for my game, I decided to add these options so you can test and choose what feels best for you.[/p][p]👉 Personally, I recommend the 1-2-hour stamina — it already feels quite long.
For the more impatient ones, 3 hours are available too, and of course, the “no stamina” option as well. Just remember — with stamina turned off, your character will always stay at 100%, so there’ll be no need for shopping anymore. 😄[/p][p]Thank you all so much for your feedback and constant support — it really means the world to me and keeps me motivated to keep improving the game week by week! 🙏[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Full Hotfix Details[/h3][p]⚙️ Gameplay & Mechanics[/p]

• [p]Added an option to disable the Progress Bar Minigame. You can now turn this feature off in the Options menu. When disabled:[/p]
  • [p]No need to press the RMB combo while using tools.[/p]
  • [p]You can load vehicles onto the tow truck without using the hook minigame.[/p]
• [p]Added a new option in Game Settings to pause stamina depletion, allowing you to play without needing to eat.[/p]
• [p]Added stamina duration adjustment. You can now control how long it takes for stamina to drop from 100% to 0%.[/p]

[p]🎵 Audio[/p]

• [p]Fixed missing ambient music in Sandbox Mode.[/p]
• [p]Restored ambient music for players in Story Mode who previously didn’t have background music playing.[/p]

[p]🖱️ Controls & Keybindings[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where default keybindings (Radial Menu, Crouch, Vehicle Reset, Tablet) were still active even after assigning custom keys — preventing both keys from triggering the same action.[/p]

[p]🚗 Vehicles & Tasks[/p]

• [p]Adjusted the hangar viewing task so it now completes even if the player remains in place after being teleported to the location.[/p]
• [p]Relocated the Diamond and Gold Bar inside the Blue Car to easier-to-find positions, preventing situations where players couldn’t locate them before full disassembly.[/p]
• [p]Improved the tow truck loading task — other vehicles will no longer appear, preventing confusion about the quest’s correct target.[/p]

[p]🏪 Shops & Interactions[/p]

• [p]Blocked the ability to exit during the animation and summary phase of a successful shop payment, ensuring proper transaction completion.[/p]

[p]🗺️ Map & Renovation[/p]

• [p]Disabled access to the Large Map during the renovation of the Blue Car and Pickup 1950 to avoid unintended interactions.[/p]

[p][/p][p]We’re getting a ton of feedback from you — thank you so much for that! Below are some of the latest changes and fixes — there’s actually much more going on, but we don’t log everything because, frankly, we’re rushing to keep updates coming often.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks so much for your support and help in developing the game — you are the best Junkmen we know![/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Massive junkyard hugs from your favorite rust whisperer —[/p][p]Junkman Adrian 😎🛠️💛[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Also please support ːsteamthumbsupː 🙂 [/p][p][/p]

[p]Hey, Junkers! 🥪🌍[/p][p]We’ve just released a fresh hotfix that fine-tunes the new hunger mechanic, adds some helpful starting items, and fixes several translation issues (big thanks to FERNZ! 🙏). Plus, we’ve extended stamina duration to give you more time before running out of energy. ⚡[/p][p]This update makes the early game smoother and more friendly, while still keeping the fun challenges intact. [/p][hr][/hr][h3]Full Hotfix Details[/h3][p]Check out the fixes below: 👇[/p]

• [p]Added a message informing about the possibility of shopping in the store and the new hunger system when taking out the fridge as a tool[/p]
• [p]Added 3 free products to the fridge at the start of the game to help players get familiar with the mechanic[/p]
• [p]Blocked the ability to use the Unstuck button when standing inside a container at the very beginning of the game before starting Quests[/p]
• [p]Fixed reported translation errors in Russian for NPC names that give tasks (Thx FERNZ!)[/p]
• [p]Extend the stamina duration process by 10 minutes.[/p]

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[p]Hey, Junkers! 🌍🛠️[/p][p]We’re back with another hotfix — this time focusing on improving Russian translations, fixing UI quirks, and adding a few small but useful gameplay safeguards. Thanks to our community for pointing out details that make a big difference — your feedback is shaping the game every step of the way! 💙[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Full Hotfix Details[/h3]

• [p]Added Unstuck Character option: press X (keyboard) or LB (gamepad) to reset the player’s position if stuck[/p]

• [p]Fixed alignment of trash bin labels Wastepaper and Plastic that were overlapping outside the bin lid[/p]
• [p]Blocked the ability to exit vehicles inside the parcel when doors are too close to the wall[/p]
• [p]Fixed text wrapping for Invert mouse vehicle in Options (RU version).[/p]
• [p]Fixed text wrapping on the board showing the number of Wrecks at the Stationary Press.[/p]

[p]Improved Russian translations: 👇[/p][p]THANK YOU FERNZ for your support! ♥️☺️✌🏻[/p]

• [p]какие новости → Новости[/p]
• [p]Крауч → Присесть[/p]
• [p]Спринт → Бег[/p]
• [p]Пересечение → Перекрёсток[/p]
• [p]Двигай влево → Повернуть налево[/p]
• [p]Двигаться вправо → Повернуть направо[/p]
• [p]Разблокировать транспорт → Восстановить транспорт[/p]
• [p]Fixed text wrapping for the Russian Resource Market (ТОРГОВАЯ ПЛОЩАДКА)[/p]
• [p]Added Russian translations for all NPC names[/p]
• [p]Updated Russian translations for items: Small Drill, Copper Pot, Gold Bar[/p]
• [p]Corrected translations in the Auction widget[/p]
• [p]Client’s offer → Предложение Клиента[/p]
• [p]Final offer → Финальное предложение[/p]
• [p]Fixed Russian translations on the Large Map[/p]
• [p]Pointer of player → Указатели игрока[/p]
• [p]Other → Другое[/p]
• [p]Processing machines → Обрабатывающие машины[/p]
• [p]Parcel working right → Участок – Работает исправно[/p]
• [p]Junkman’s cart → Тележка старьевщика[/p]
• [p]Pile of metal trash or car for Crusher → Куча металлолома или машина для Стационарного Пресса[/p]
• [p]Vending beer machine → Торговый автомат с пивом[/p]
• [p]Improved Russian translations in the Options menu:[/p]
• [p]Graphical Presets → Графические установки[/p]
• [p]Minimum → Минимум[/p]
• [p]Framerate → Частота кадров[/p]
• [p]Street traffic → Уличный траффик[/p]
• [p]Sound of combine wheel → Звуки инструментов из комбинированной панели[/p]
• [p]Fixed Russian translation of the word "Default" in keybinding widgets for Machines, Vehicles, and Character[/p]
• [p]Improved translations for the Packer Crane controls[/p]
• [p]Поднять орудие → Поднять кран[/p]
• [p]Опустить орудие → Опустить кран[/p]

[p][/p][p]We’re getting a ton of feedback from you — thank you so much for that! Below are some of the latest changes and fixes — there’s actually much more going on, but we don’t log everything because, frankly, we’re rushing to keep updates coming often.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks so much for your support and help in developing the game — you are the best Junkmen we know![/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Massive junkyard hugs from your favorite rust whisperer —[/p][p]Junkman Adrian 😎🛠️💛[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]SPECIAL PROMOTION! -61%[/h3][p][/p][p]Also please support steamthumbsup 🙂[/p]

[p]Hey, Junkers! 🎮🚗[/p][p]We’ve just released another hotfix focused on polishing gamepad support and improving the Blue Car & Pickup 1950 renovation flow. Thanks to your feedback, we tracked down some annoying issues and made the overall navigation much smoother. ✨[/p][p]This is part of our ongoing effort to make controls and mechanics feel more natural and enjoyable. And don’t worry — many more updates are on the way! 💙[/p][p][/p][p] [/p][hr][/hr][h3]Full Hotfix Details[/h3][p]Check out the fixes below: 👇[/p]

• [p]Improved interface display when using a gamepad while searching Blue Car and Pickup 1950.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted UI behavior during dismantling of Blue Car and Pickup 1950 to make gamepad navigation clearer.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug in the Fridge mechanic where pressing A (Xbox) / X (PlayStation) while selecting food caused the character’s head to move with the fridge.[/p]
• [p]Improved interactions in Blue Car and Pickup 1950 — dismantling no longer locks the cursor when pressing A (Xbox) / X (PlayStation), restoring full control with both mouse and gamepad.[/p]
• [p]Restored proper flashlight functionality when searching Blue Car and Pickup 1950 vehicles with a gamepad.[/p]

[p][/p][p]We’re getting a ton of feedback from you — thank you so much for that! Below are some of the latest changes and fixes — there’s actually much more going on, but we don’t log everything because, frankly, we’re rushing to keep updates coming often.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks so much for your support and help in developing the game — you are the best Junkmen we know![/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Massive junkyard hugs from your favorite rust whisperer —[/p][p]Junkman Adrian 😎🛠️💛[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]SPECIAL PROMOTION! -51%[/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]Also please support steamthumbsup 🙂 [/p][p][/p]

[p]Hey Junkers! 🎮⚙️[/p][p]The latest hotfix is live! We’ve focused on gamepad support, smoother interactions with fridges, ATMs, markets, and other in-game systems 🛒💳, as well as reorganized the Options menu for clearer settings. We also squashed several bugs to make gameplay more stable and enjoyable.[/p][p]This is another step toward smoother gameplay and better usability — and we’re just getting started! Thank you for your continuous feedback; it helps us improve the game week by week. 🙏[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Full Hotfix Details[/h3][p]Gamepad Support:[/p]

• [p]Fridge now fully controllable with gamepad from the radial menu.[/p]
• [p]Withdraw money from ATMs and move normally after withdrawal.[/p]
• [p]Pay at cashiers with full navigation and widget support.[/p]
• [p]Added navigation/icons for putting items into shopping carts and fridge.[/p]
• [p]Interact with items on shelves using the gamepad.[/p]
• [p]Exit/close ATMs and cashier interactions with gamepad.[/p]
• [p]Increased hover intensity for payments using gamepad.[/p]

[p]Options & UI:[/p]

• [p]Added upcoming languages info in preparation for major update.[/p]
• [p]Renamed “Graphics Settings” to “Graphics/Game Settings” across all languages.[/p]
• [p]Reorganized Options menu for clearer gradation and tidy UI.[/p]

[p]Additional Fixes:[/p]

• [p]Fridge tool fully supports gamepad.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Blue Car renovation handling with gamepad.[/p]
• [p]Removed floating red arrow above renovation vehicles in Car Lift.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted vehicle renovation schematic so it no longer overlaps hunger meter.[/p]
• [p]Fixed interaction circles with objects on the parcel remaining after collapsing from hunger.[/p]
• [p]Fixed saving of Scrap Heaps — no new ones appear for free after reset.[/p]
• [p]Corrected all Russian texts for “Parcel” (ПОСЫЛКА → УЧАСТОК).[/p]
• [p]Improved mouse movement speed when using gamepad during Blue Car renovation and Zoom.[/p]
• [p]Fixed screen movement after eating from fridge while using gamepad.[/p]
• [p]Increased sprint upgrade speed (LVL1: 10% → 25%, LVL2: 25% → 50%).[/p]
• [p]Added safeguard: pressing tool selection button now closes fridge when selecting a product.[/p]
• [p]Added safeguard: fridge now closes when pressing jump while selecting food.[/p]
• [p]Fixed walking with gamepad after exiting fridge via jump.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Market Shop checkout bug during summary screen.[/p]
• [p]Added safeguard to prevent jumping while in Market Shop.[/p]

[p]Check it out and enjoy smoother controls, clearer UI, and bug-free gameplay! 🚀🎉[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]We’re getting a ton of feedback from you — thank you so much for that! Below are some of the latest changes and fixes — there’s actually much more going on, but we don’t log everything because, frankly, we’re rushing to keep updates coming often.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks so much for your support and help in developing the game — you are the best Junkmen we know![/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Massive junkyard hugs from your favorite rust whisperer —[/p][p]Junkman Adrian 😎🛠️💛[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]SPECIAL PROMOTION! -51%[/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]Also please support steamthumbsup 🙂 [/p][p][/p]