Greetings, Anglers!

Our first Early Access update is here! We've been working on addressing issues, improving gameplay, and polishing various aspects of DREADMOOR.

This update introduces PlayStation controller support improvements, new fish models, visual enhancements, and several important bug fixes, including fixes for progression-blocking issues.

Here's what's changed!

PlayStation Controller Support

• Added native support for DualSense (PlayStation 5) controllers.
  
• DualShock 4 (PlayStation 4) controllers are supported through Steam Input. To use one, enable Steam Input in your Steam controller settings, as shown in the screenshot below.

• Added three new fish models.
  
• Added a danger warning system: entering an area restricted by quest progression or your boat's upgrade level now triggers a danger timer.
  
• Updated the logic for disabling tentacles and nighttime events.
  
• Adjusted trading with Gill: trading is now unavailable until quest 57, fixing an issue where it became accessible too early.
  
• Reduced the chance of a fish thief appearing on the pier to 80%.

• Improved lighting during the Betsy encounters, including the first encounter with Betsy and the final encounter with the water monster.
  
• Improved Jacqueline's dialogue animations. Her hand no longer gets stuck in the coral.
  
• Fixed animation transitions for John the Fifth.
  
• Fixed the positioning of the bone plate on the crafting table, making its text easier to read.
  
• Fixed splash effects when the Railer enters the water.
  
• Fixed the waterfall splash effect.

• Fixed an issue where players could lose control of their character after sleeping in a bed for the first time.
  
• Fixed an issue where time could skip incorrectly while sleeping during the Lodging House quest.
  
• Fixed the cage disappearing from the crane above the heart pit.
  
• Fixed UI scaling settings.
  
• Fixed an issue where generator-related tasks could start prematurely, preventing the quest step from registering and blocking further progression.

• Updated the Hook Gun tutorials with additional prompts for left mouse button clicks and pulling in the cable.
  
• Removed an unnecessary line about the number of Snappers from the quest dialogue with Gill.

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Thank you to everyone who has joined us for the Early Access launch and shared their experiences so far!

We're continuing to monitor your feedback, investigate reported issues, and work on further improvements.

If you encounter any bugs or have suggestions, please share them through Steam Discussions or our official Discord server[discord.gg].

Your feedback helps us make DREADMOOR better with every update.
See you in the Submerged Lands!

Greetings, Survivors!
The time has finally come! After months of development, playtests, and preparations, we're incredibly excited to announce that DREADMOOR is now available in Early Access!

Before we set off, we'd like to take a moment to thank everyone who has supported us throughout this journey. Thanks to you, we've surpassed 750,000 wishlists on Steam and officially made it into the Top 50 most wishlisted games on Steam ahead of launch!

This is a huge milestone for us, and one that we couldn't have reached without your continued support, enthusiasm, and feedback.

Now, the docks are open, your trawler awaits, and it's time to discover what lies beyond the familiar waters of the Submerged Lands.

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To mark the beginning of this new chapter, we've prepared a special Early Access Launch Trailer.

Take one final look at what awaits you in the Submerged Lands before setting out on your own expedition.

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DREADMOOR is now available in Early Access for $19.99 USD!

To celebrate the launch, we're also offering a 10% launch discount, giving those of you who are ready to venture into the Submerged Lands a chance to begin your journey at a reduced price.

Regional pricing is also available, with your local Steam store displaying the applicable price and discount.

For those of you who would like to show a little extra support for DREADMOOR, we've also prepared an optional Early Access Supporter Pack, available for $4.99 USD before any applicable discounts.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/5307520/DREADMOOR_Supporter_Pack
This pack includes six cosmetic items to help you add a personal touch to your trawler. Two dashboard figurines, two flags, and two ship wheels.

Among them, you will find a knitted version of Bozur and his rather talkative fish companion, a mysterious stone obelisk with a glowing eye, and even a ship’s wheel with a miniature aquarium built into its center.

These items are purely cosmetic, allowing you to customise your vessel while showing a little extra support for the team behind DREADMOOR.

Whether you choose to pick up the Supporter Pack or simply join us in Early Access, thank you for being a part of the journey!

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To celebrate DREADMOOR's arrival in Early Access, we've also joined forces with several other games to put together six special Steam bundles!
You can find DREADMOOR bundled with the following games:

• Pacific Drive
  
• Cast n Chill
  
• Murky Divers
  
• GONE Fishing
  
• Fishing Inc
  
• Voodoo Fishin'

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/95626/DREADMOOR_x_Pacific_Drive
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/95629/DREADMOOR_x_Voodoo_Fishin
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/95630/DREADMOOR_x_Fishing_Inc
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/95635/DREADMOOR_x_Murky_Divers
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/90037/Chill_n_Thrill
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/90041/Fishing_for_Trouble

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Before you set out on your expedition, there's one more thing we'd like to ask of you.
If you've had the chance to explore DREADMOOR, please consider leaving us a review on Steam!

Whether you've enjoyed your time in the Submerged Lands or encountered something you feel could be improved, we'd love to hear your thoughts.

Steam reviews are incredibly important for a game like DREADMOOR, as they help other players discover the game, understand what to expect, and decide whether it's an experience they'd like to try for themselves.

For us, they are also another valuable source of feedback, helping us understand what works well and where we should focus our efforts as we continue developing DREADMOOR.

So, whether your experience has been positive or negative, or you've come across something that needs attention, we encourage you to share your honest thoughts. We do read each and every one of them.

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To everyone who has followed DREADMOOR's development, participated in our playtests, explored the demo, shared your feedback, or supported us by adding the game to your wishlist: thank you!

We've come a long way to reach this point, but there's still much to discover, more to build, and a long journey ahead.


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