Update 16: QoL Fixes, AI icons removal, News on Staff Update
Hi, pickers! Today’s update is focused mostly on polishing the game, improving accessibility and removal of AI content . This will be the last update for this week, as I’ll be working 10-hour shifts over the weekend . But that doesn’t mean I’ll be sitting idle! Next week, I want to start working on staff and automation . The plan is to add employees who can help you automate some of the warehou…
Hi, pickers! Today’s update brings a bunch of QoL improvements as well as some new upgrades! · Tablet Upgrade — buy it to access the laptop interface from anywhere in the warehouse! Default keys to open it are TAB on keyboard and LB on controller · · 2 new Task Queue upgrades — increase your queue up to 9 orders at once and earn even more money for your corporate overlords! · · UI improvements…
Hi, pickers! I’m happy to announce that full controller support is finally here! 🎮 You can now perform all in-game actions using any compatible gamepad, and it should work great on Steam Deck too! I’ve also added on-screen button images for both keyboard and controller to make it easier to see which buttons you need to press. Happy picking, controller players! -- trushkeen ːsteamhappyː
Hi, pickers! A small but useful update is out! You can now rebind your keys and set up the controls however you like. You’ll find the new options in Settings -> Input . And if you’re a controller player, I haven’t forgotten about you! I’m currently working on full controller support , and this update already brings some changes to how in-game text works with controllers. More controller-related…
Hi pickers! Plum was fixed and shouldn't turn into Orange Juice now. Your existing saves should be fine. I will take a rest this weekend and will return to development at Monday.
Hi, pickers! I was able to track down the bug I didn't know existed that sometimes overcharged you incorrect amount for debt and franchisee fees. It was fixed in this small update.
Hi, pickers! Today’s update brings 7 new products to the Ambient Area! (Plum didn’t make it into the picture) Also, a new setting has been added to the Free Play category that lets you bring back the previous time flow, where time moves continuously. And, more importantly, some irritating bugs have been fixed! Remember to report bugs on the Steam Discussions page. I read and consider every mess…
Hi, pickers! We already have a lot of products available to order and today's update bring important QoL feature - sorting! You can sort by area, size and product type to quickly find what you are looking for! Also, bed collider was fixed! (it was sticking out to staging area) Thank you, pickers! -- trushkeen ːsteamhappyː
Hi, pickers! A large update is here for you! New content is coming your way with the brand-new XL Area in your warehouse. Start by buying the upgrade on your laptop to unlock the XL Area and get some starter shelves. Then, order some of the FOUR new products . Maybe a box of soda? Or a bag of cat litter? 👀 Put everything on the shelves and wait for new orders! XL orders contain only one item a…
Hi, pickers! This was one of the most requested features from the community. This update changes how time works in Order Picker Simulator. Before, time flowed continuously and never stopped. Now, I’m introducing end-of-shift time stop . When the time reaches 22:00 , it will stop, and you’ll have time to finish your tasks, such as restocking and completing all the orders for the day. You won’t b…
Hi, pickers! I’ve seen your feedback about time stopping when the shift ends . Good news: I’ll start working on it tomorrow! Today’s update fixes some bugs, polishes a few rough spots from the previous patches, and adds some accessibility features, including a sprint toggle . If you want to toggle sprint by pressing the button once instead of holding it, just disable the HOLD FOR SPRINT option.…
Hi, pickers! You asked me to add something... The long-awaited bin customization is finally here! Now you can change the color and shape of your bins , as well as give them custom labels ! Just press \ while looking at any bin to open the additional actions menu. The “Pack bin content in a box” action has also been moved there. - Added bin customization - Fixed localization error at My tasks vi…
Hi pickers! I've had a very long day at work yesterday (and gonna have the same today) so this update won't be very long. New chiller shelves were added as an upgrade for $400 It's not only food our customers need. 2 new household essentials were added to the store! Full changelog: - Added 2 new products: tissues and toilet paper - Added upgrade to buy more chiller inbound shelves - Fixed scrol…
Hi, pickers! Today’s second update brings 5 new products to the warehouse: · Black Tea · Green Tea · Milk · Light Roast Coffee · Dark Roast Coffee That brings us to 48 out of 100 unique products! (I have to admit, the coffee models and textures are some of my favorites.) I also felt that a hand truck carrying only 3 boxes at a time wasn’t quite enough, so I’ve added a larger version! It can car…
Hi pickers! Today's major update adds a new layer of gameplay - labelling bags! Now you have a printer which is located just near your laptop, so when you finished the order, you have to put the bag in the printer, print a label for it and apply it on the bag. 3 levels of printer upgrades are available, the last one will apply labels automatically when you're completing the order! I'm working o…
Hi pickers! Second update for today for most requested feedback! · Now you are able to collect products from bins into the box to relocate them! · Now you can delete your saves in the main menu
Hi pickers! You asked for it, I heard you. Hand truck is now available for purchase as upgrade to your warehouse! It can hold up to 3 boxes at the same time. Full update changelog is under screenshots. - Added dolly upgrade! Now you can move up to 3 boxes. Larger version will be available later. - Added temporary interaction button for left-handed players (K), proper input settings coming soon!…
Hi, pickers! I'm glad you're enjoying the game so far! I have some fixes and improvements based on your feedback. One of the most requested was to show bags IDs when you're loading them to the truck. I made it simple for now, but it should work just fine! You can read full changelog below. - Added music volume slider - Fixed day progression (I hope) - Fixed bin showing "Product name - 0" instea…
Hi, pickers! The day has finally come! 🎉 I’m incredibly excited to invite you all into your very own warehouse and let you experience what it’s like to pick orders for a big corporation! Share screenshots of your warehouses, discuss your layouts, climb the leaderboard, unlock all the upgrades, complete every achievement, and most importantly - enjoy the warehouse life! If you’re looking for a…
Hi, pickers! The leaderboard is calling for your fastest hands! ⏱️ Only about 36 hours left until Order Picker Simulator launches into Early Access! The top 5 fastest players on the UPH leaderboard will have their nicknames permanently remembered in the release version of the game. And the leaderboard has changed quite a bit since my last post! As of today, you need to score at least 38 UPH jus…
Hi, pickers! Only a few days left until Order Picker Simulator launches into Early Access! 🚀 And we’ve just passed 3,000 wishlists! There are so many of you now! First things first: we’re getting dangerously close to 40 Units Per Hour on the leaderboard. That’s absolutely amazing, especially considering I couldn’t get past 25 myself, and the median score is around 16. Here are our current top…
Hi, pickers! I can't believe that we've reached 2000 wishlists. I have never seen these big numbers before. The demo just got one HUGE final update before the Early Access release! I’ve updated it with all the major features that will be available in the full release, so you can get a taste of what’s waiting for you on day one. The demo still has a few limitations, though: fewer products, fewer…
26 Aug 2026 Yes, Order Picker Simulator is coming to Early Access in about two weeks! There will be a launch discount to celebrate everyone who played the demo (and made it to the top of the leaderboard) and wishlisted the game in its early stages. Your support means a lot to me! Game development is an incredibly hard process, and although my playtesters and I have tried to find and fix every b…
Hi, pickers! There are already 1,000 of you! (Well, 970 actually, but I really wanted to share the news.) That's a big number for any solo indie developer, and especially for me. I can't believe we've made it this far together. I'm doing my best to get the game to you as soon as possible, and I'm happy to say that the game is now in the final stage of development before the Early Access release…
Hi, pickers! It's already 750 wishlisters! Come to see Work in Progress screenshots of new features that you will see in the full game. I'm working to release the game as soon as possible, but also want to ensure that quality is up to your expectations. Customization: Refrigerator: Outbound:
Hi, pickers! In this post, I want to show you what's coming in the Early Access version of the game and what I'm currently working on. Receiving Area The Receiving Area has been completely reworked. In the demo, when you ordered products, they simply appeared on the shelves after some time. Now the process has a lot more personality: a UFF truck arrives to deliver your products. This also adds…
Hi, pickers! You are absolutely crushing it playing a demo! We are already at 500 wishlists and more to come! To celebrate this I release player appreciation update for the demo which includes 2 new upgrades (larger orders and larger task queue), as well as many fixes and QoL changes! It is already available in the demo now! Some of you were absolutely crazy on Units per Hour and your hard comm…
Hi, pickers! I considered your feedback and made many changes to the game: - Added pause menu - Fixed cursor appearing when game loads - Fixed camera spinning when using laptop - Improved scanner "No active order" screen with more instructions and design - Fixed Orange Juice not appearing in orders - Fixed bug when bin was fully refilled, even when box didn't have enough items - Starter boxes h…
Hi, pickers! Today's demo update brings an important time to time flow in game. - MOST REQUESTED: Time flow reduced to 2 minutes per second instead of 4 minutes per second - Fixed UPH leaderboard and Steam integration - Added missing localization in the demo tab Thank you all for playing! Another QoL update expected soon. -- trushkeen
Hi, pickers! Demo was updated with some changes: - Fixed bug on game loading when only full bins were loaded - Added "Invert Y axis" - Added missing localization - UI docking fixes - Price of banana box changed from 10 to 16 Thank you for playing! ːsteamhappyː -- trushkeen
Hi, pickers! Demo for Order Picker Simulator is now available! You can add it to your library on the Store Page. You can share your feedback and bugs through Steam Discussions. I will release several updates for the demo that will include bugfixes and new settings features. That's incredible to see y'all playing the game. Next milestone is the Early Access Release. See you soon. -- trushkeen
Hi, future pickers for a big corporation! 250 wishlists is a big goal as a solo developer for me. Thank you everyone. I'm also glad to tell you that demo will be available in the next following days. Let me also share a few screenshots of development process. Thank you again for wishlisting! -- trushkeen
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