Cosmic Arcade Tycoon has received several updates aimed at enhancing gameplay and expanding its features:
1. Patch 1.0.1 (March 7, 2025):
- Visitor Behavior Fixes: Addressed issues where visitors would behave incorrectly when certain arcade machines were removed or when trapped between objects, leading to smoother interactions.SteamDB+2Steam Community+2SteamDB+2
- Post-Processing Tweaks: Reduced vignette and bloom effects to resolve visual issues, resulting in more balanced and refined visuals.SteamDB+2Steam Community+2Game Update Notifier+2
- Pop-In/Out Optimization: Optimized object and environment spawning to reduce pop-in issues, creating smoother transitions and a more immersive arcade environment. SteamDB+2Steam Community+2Game Update Notifier+2
2. Patch 1.0.2 (March 8, 2025):
- Steam Achievements Fix: Resolved issues preventing Steam Achievements from unlocking.Steam Community
- Retroactive Achievement Unlock: Introduced a system where players can open the Unlock screen in-game to claim any previously earned but unawarded achievements. Steam Community+1SteamDB+1
3. Patch 1.0.3 (March 11, 2025):
- NPC Behavior Improvements: Enhanced visitor movement and interactions, reducing awkward repositioning, especially in crowded arcades.Steam Community+2SteamDB+2Game Update Notifier+2
- Performance Optimizations: Improved Level of Detail (LOD) handling for better frame rates and smoother gameplay.SteamDB+1Steam Community+1
- Lighting Enhancements: Adjusted lights and effects for a more polished arcade atmosphere, with prop lights now disabling when distant to reduce rendering costs. SteamDB
4. Patch 1.0.4 (March 12, 2025):
- Localization Update: Added support for Simplified Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Japanese, allowing a broader audience to enjoy the game in their preferred language.Game Update Notifier+1SteamDB+1
- UI Adjustments: Tweaked layouts to ensure text fits properly across different languages. Game Update Notifier+1SteamDB+1
5. Update 1.1 “The Galactic Palette Update” (April 3, 2025):
- Recolor System: Introduced the ability to recolor certain objects, offering greater customization for arcade designs.YouTube
- New Cosmic Unlocks: Expanded the selection of sci-fi objects, enhancing creative possibilities.YouTube
- New Achievements: Added a set of new achievements for players to unlock.YouTube
- System Readjustments: Visitors now automatically find their way to the arcade upon spawning, streamlining management.YouTube
- Bug Fixes & Performance Boosts: Further optimizations using LOD and material instancing to significantly improve performance. YouTube
These updates collectively enhance the gameplay experience, offering improved performance, expanded customization options, and broader accessibility for Cosmic Arcade Tycoon players