Some games are made for those evenings when you just want to slow down, invite a few friends, and take your time. Go fishing by the water. Cook something nice. Take care of your restaurant. Wander around the island. And somehow spend the whole evening there. Very soon, PAO PAO can become that kind of place. PAO PAO enters Early Access on October 26. For us, this is only the beginning. We want t…
Today we’re ready to share what comes next. PAO PAO is coming to Early Access soon. We chose Early Access because we want to keep developing the game together with you. There is already a big world to explore, a restaurant to build, fishing, farming, a variety of activities, and plenty of things to enjoy with friends. But we still have many more ideas. We want to expand the world, add new activ…
Hey friends! The closed playtest for Pao Pao has come to an end. Thank you to everyone who joined, spent time with Pao, explored the world, tested different mechanics, found strange little moments, shared impressions and sent us feedback. This was a very important step for us. Pao Pao has grown a lot during development, and we really wanted to see how the game feels in players’ hands: what work…
Hello, restaurant business owners! We have some important and very pleasant news for you. During the playtest, more than 9,000 playtesters have joined Pao Pao , and we have received over 500 pieces of feedback from you. That is a huge number for us, and it means even more to see so many warm words, ideas, and detailed comments from you. We have truly worked hard to make the game better: adding…
Hey everyone! We’ve just rolled out a hotfix focused on multiplayer stability and network play. This update fixes the main issues that were preventing smooth online sessions, and players should now be able to play together over the network without problems. Thank you for your patience while we worked on this fix and for all the feedback that helped us track the issues down. We’ll keep improving…
Hey everyone! We’re happy to share that the closed playtest for Pao Pao is now live . A lot has changed since we first started working on the game. We’ve added new systems, expanded the world, and reworked many parts of the experience to make Pao Pao feel much bigger than before. What started as a small adventure with Pao is now becoming a living world — a place where you can explore, grow, dis…
Thank you to everyone who played Pao Pao this year, shared feedback, supported us, and followed the this journey together. For our small but passionate team, your support truly means the world. We hope this Christmas and the upcoming New Year bring you warmth, joy, and lots of fun with your loved ones. We’re already working on new updates and surprises, so see you in the new year! With love, Yo…
Sharing a little secret: we’re heading to China again! This time is to WePlay in Shanghai. We’re bringing an updated demo and a few small surprises for every player. Come say hi, play the game, and chat with us! Add to wishlist now and try the new Demo!
We’re happy to announce that Pao Pao is taking part in Steam Animal Fest 2025 , running from November 10 at 10 AM PST to November 17 at 10 AM PST! The updated demo is now available, so you can already jump in and play! Explore the colorful world of Pao Pao, meet its funny locals, and dive into the chaos of its cozy little town. The festival runs all week, so don’t miss your chance to join the f…
The Pao Pao playtest is officially live! For the next 10 days , you can jump in, try out the latest build, and let us know what you think. Your feedback is super valuable and will directly help shape the future of the game. Don’t miss this chance to be part of Pao Pao ’s journey!
We’ve just opened sign-ups for the Pao Pao Playtest! Playtests are a unique chance to get early hands-on experience with the game, share your feedback directly with the dev team, and help shape the adventure before release. If you’d like to join, simply head over to the game’s Steam page and click “Join the Pao Pao Playtest” to become one of our testers. The playtests are starting very soon, an…
This year, Pao Pao is heading to Tokyo Game Show! 🎉 The game has been evolving in exciting directions, and TGS is the perfect stage to share that progress with a wider audience. We’re excited to meet new players, partners, and friends. You can find us at: 📍 Booth 07-N06 (General Exhibition Area) 📍 Booth 11-E24 (Indie Game Area) Come visit us to play the exclusive demo of Pao Pao , grab a gif…
Pao Pao & Lootbound are heading to Gamescom! This August 20–24, we’ll be in Cologne meeting players, press, and fellow devs. If you’re around, come by, say hi, and try our games – we’d love to hear what you think. 📍 Booth: H10.1 | S A024a See you there!
Hello! This week, we’re showcasing Pao Pao at one of Asia’s biggest game events; ChinaJoy in Shanghai. It’s a big moment for the team, and we’re beyond excited to share the cozy chaos of our restaurant adventure with a whole new audience. If you're at the event, come by and say hi! 📍 Booth: W4-IG114 And as always, thanks for supporting us, wishlisting, and being part of this journey. See you s…
Big news! Pao Pao just won the People’s Choice Award at this year’s Nordic Game Awards ! This award was decided by public vote, and we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who supported us. It’s a huge honor for our small team, and your votes truly made it happen. To all our players — thank you for your love, excitement, and belief in Pao Pao. You made this possible, and we’re so lucky to have yo…
Hello everyone! We have some truly amazing and long-awaited news! We've updated the Pao Pao demo, and you can check it out right now! We’ve made quite a few additions and changes to the initial version, and here’s what you can expect: · Added Inventory system (so players can view all their items) · Added Collections (track all items you've collected in the game) · New quest journal UI & logic ·…
We’re incredibly happy to share that Pao Pao is going to Nordic Game in Malmö from May 20 to 23! Our team at ArtDock has been working hard on this project, and it means the world to us to be able to bring it to an event like this. If you're around — come by our booth, play the demo, and say hi. We’d love to meet you! See you soon! Your ArtDock Team
Hey everyone, Wow—what a ride! Steam Next Fest has come to an end, and we just want to take a moment to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who checked out Pao Pao ! Seeing so many of you jump into the demo, leave reviews, share feedback, and even post your best (and worst) kitchen moments has been absolutely incredible. As developers, there’s nothing more rewarding than watching people actually p…
Hey, Pao Pao chefs, Do your pets love to "help" in the kitchen? Maybe they wait by the stove for a taste test, sit on the counter watching your every move, or just nap while you cook. Now’s your chance to celebrate them. We’re launching the Pao Pao Pet Cooking Contest —and we want to see YOUR furry, feathery, or scaly sous-chefs in action. How to Participate: · Snap a photo of your pet "helping…
Hey everyone, We’re excited to roll out the first update for the Pao Pao demo. Thanks so much for all the feedback — we’re listening and working hard to improve the experience. Here’s what’s new in Patch 1: Changes · Added a modal window prompting players to link their accounts. · You can now throw any dish directly into the trash — no more extra steps. Fixes · Resolved EOS server authorization…
Big news — the demo for Pao Pao is finally live! Jump in and explore a slice of the game we’ve been working hard on. We’d love to hear what you think. Drop your feedback, tell us what you liked (or didn’t), and if you’re vibing with it — don’t forget to hit that wishlist button. Thanks for checking it out — hope you have as much fun playing as we did making it. — The ArtDock Team
Hey there! It’s us again, the ArtDock team. Just a friendly reminder that the Pao Pao demo will be available on February 24 as part of Steam Next Fest. It’s just around the corner — we’re counting the days! Very soon, you’ll get to see for yourself what it’s like to run a restaurant, whether solo or with friends. Add the game to your wishlist and don’t miss out!
Hey everyone! We're beyond excited to announce that our upcoming game, Pao Pao, will be part of the Steam Next Fest starting February 24th! This is a huge milestone for us, and we can't wait for you to dive into the culinary chaos we've been cooking up. In Pao Pao, you'll team up with friends (or go solo) to manage a bustling restaurant run by adorable animals like cats, foxes, and raccoons. Fr…
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