Game update20 Feb 2025QoL Update, New Good Bug, New Tank, and Special Announcement!Hey, friends! There are a few updates in this patch that will hopefully make your experience in Buggburg even better. :) Also, if you hadn't heard yet... Bug & Seek is now available on mobile devices for both iOS & Google Play! Here's are the updates included in this build: Option to Turn On Interaction Emotes There's a new option in the Options menu to turn on Interaction Emotes. When turned o…
I made some minor optimizations to the code, but we also added the Joro Spider 🕷️ to the master list of bugs! The previous addition (in case you missed it) was the Giant Honey Bee 🐝. Your codex will tell you where all the bugs can be found, so check that for help in finding these two new bugs. :)
I fixed an issue where the codex wasn't displaying all the bugs when both DLCs were installed. I also added one new bug to the master list, but I'm not telling which one! Will you be the first to find it?? Happy bug hunting! - Chera
Fixed an issue where some wallpapers and flooring were disappearing. · Fixed a couple of instances where the controller's cursor selection disappeared. · Minor optimizations. We'll post another announcement about this, soon, but in case you didn't know we just released Bug & Seek on Nintendo Switch! Tell your non-Steam friends! :) Thank you for playing!! <3
There are lots of small changes in this update, mostly related to controller support, as we had some more polish and improvements that we made for the upcoming NIntendo Switch release. I also changed the settings to allow for windowed mode. You can always go to fullscreen if you want, but this will allow players more flexibility. I updated the UI placement options so the popUps don't cover up U…
The Weevils are here! We had planned to release Monday, but we just couldn't help it! Testing is all done, and while the base game is still on sale, we decided, why wait? :) The Weevil DLC includes 20 new weevils scattered throughout Buggburg + a new Weevil category to master. Check your codex to see these new entries, complete with taglines, descriptions, and where to find them. Here's a sneak…
If you were having trouble in build mode, that's on me. It was checking for a Steam Achievement where it should not have been and getting stuck. Found, fixed, and pushed. Thank you all for your bug reports and for your patience! -Chera
Achievements are here! We've got 37 possible achievements to go after, so start swinging that net. :) If you are starting a new game, you're good to go. If you are loading a previous save, it will look for achievements on load. There are four Achievements that couldn't be tracked retroactively: Bug Money Moneymaker Odd Company Peas in a Pod While I couldn't grab these on load, all four of these…
Under the hood optimizations to reduce load times. Thanks to our friends at 1PXL who are currently working on the Switch port, we were able to apply their changes to the Steam build as well! 👏👏👏 I've never seen it run this fast! :)
Just a few small changes in this update, but I hope they make your play experience much more enjoyable! - Improved load times between scenes - Fixed an issue where viewing your jobs shipping menu immediately before trying to sell a bug caused bugs in your inventory to be non-interactive. - Fixed some minor controller support issues. - Added function for the East button (B on xbox / O on PS) to…
There's a lot of polish in this patch! Several *bad* bugs were squashed, and I made a few improvements to existing features. Here's what you can expect: · Jobs are now calculated based on the bugs you ship (+ bonus coins), so the more expensive the bugs, the better your reward. It always pays better now to ship bugs in a job rather than sell them in the shops. · Kickstarter rewards! We had orig…
The cave biome is here!! You may have already spotted the exit from the Buggburg Meadows. The entrance can be found...wait, no spoilers! But maybe check somewhere hot and dusty. ;) Along with the cave, you'll find three new bugs in your codex. AND you can upgrade your Insectarium two more times!! There's lots of new space for displaying your bugs! Also to note, we are in the process of optimizi…
I just pushed a small update with one content update and a few optimizations. Here's what's new: · 2 New Jobs - 2 new jobs are in the list and may appear when accepting jobs from the merchants. Jobs are chosen at random, so you may or may not see them right away. (They are for bugs in the Beach biome.) · Steam Deck optimizations - On Steam Deck you can now see the full width of the Insectarium…
The Isopod DLC is finally here! 20 new isopods, each with a unique silhouette, tagline, and description. We chose a wide variety of 'pods from all over the world to include in this pack. Catch them, name them, and put them on display on display in your Insectarium. Once installed, these lovable critters will be scattered throughout Buggburg, and you'll see some new codex entries at the end of y…
We have just finished adding controller support for Bug & Seek--both the full game and the demo. And while we were working on that, Steam was reviewing the game for Steam Deck compatibility . We're happy to say that you can now experience Bug & Seek with either of these options! Note that our Store page will continue to say "partial controller support," as we do not have an on-screen keyboard f…
Hello bug-catchers! We will be releasing the Isopod DLC this January! The DLC will contain 20 more Isopods, ranging from Common to Extremely Rare. If the Common Pillbug and the Rubber Ducky Isopod just weren't enough for you, then this is your DLC. The Isopod DLC will be available for $1.99. Happy bug-hunting!
The tiny team of two at So Peculiar Games is thrilled to release Bug & Seek so that you can enjoy all that the town of Buggburg has to offer. 👏 Buy it now to enjoy the 15% launch week discount! 🎉 Bug & Seek is the result of many hours spent in the woods, and many, many more hours spent developing the game for nearly two years. Come relax with Bug & Seek. There are no wrong choices, no energy…
Catch bugs and clues in this cozy bug-catching simulator, styled like an 8-bit classic. You’ve bought the local bug museum, abandoned after a mysterious robbery. Fill orders, build your collection, and upgrade your skills and equipment while exploring Buggburg and uncovering its secrets. With over 175 true-to-life bugs to catch, each bug also has its own unique (and humorous) tagline. It just m…
Catch bugs and clues in this cozy bug-catching simulator, styled like an 8-bit classic. You’ve bought the local bug museum, abandoned after a mysterious robbery. Fill orders, build your collection, and upgrade your skills and equipment while exploring Buggburg and uncovering its secrets. With over 175 true-to-life bugs to catch, each bug also has its own unique (and humorous) tagline. It just m…
Hey all! We're excited to announce that the Bug & Seek Kickstarter campaign will launch on August 1st! 🚀 You can sign up now to follow the campaign! 🎊 (This same link will take you to the page once it goes live) We're offering Beta Access to the game along with other backer rewards like an "I Like Big Bugs" T-Shirt or a bug-covered journal! 🪲🐝 And of course, there will be lots of in-game op…
Hey all! We're just now recovering from our four days of showing Bug & Seek at MoMo Con 2023. 😅 Though exhausting, it was a fantastic play-testing experience and we got tons of great feedback. And that feedback definitely cemented our plan to release order fulfillment as part of the gameplay! 🎉 So grab a hot beverage (or cool beverage if you're experiencing high temps and drought conditions l…
Hey everyone! We wanted to share a quick update with you: we've decided to change the name of our game from Insectarium to Bug & Seek. 🧐 We were alerted to the fact that the name "Insectarium" conveyed a vibe to people that wasn't our intent and wasn't in line with the actual vibe of the game itself. So we decided to pivot to a name that more accurately conveys what the game is about -- cozy a…
Hello all! 😊 As two introverts who like avoiding personal attention, we did something wayyy out of our comfort zone here. 🤪 Grab some coffee or tea and find a comfortable seat. We humbly present to you our first devlog, starring...us. 😳 We'll explain who we are, why we ended up living in the woods, and the events and discoveries that led us to create a game where the bugs are the stars. ✨ We…
The demo is here! We just released our demo version. (Download from the Steam store page!) We will continue to improve and update this demo as the game is being polished. For now, it's a small slice of what's to come. We would love to have your feedback, suggestions, and support as we continue to work toward full release! Thank you for playing!
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