Greeting fellow tinkerers,
It’s been a few moons since the last update, and we are now back to share some more information about what we have been up to! Last year, we talked about a major project that we started working on with a new database rework that is going to help us with performance and much more. Work is moving forward and will soon be ready to be released with a major update, but let’s jump in and look at the progress and what you will get your hands on soon.
New biome, monsters, and dungeon!
Since last time, the team has been focused on the lava biome, adding several points of interest, new enemies, and finalizing a new dungeon for you to explore. The lava biome can get extremely hot, so make sure you're wearing the proper equipment before venturing inside.
Just like our other dungeons, you'll need to find the missing pieces to unlock the entrance to the boss. But be warned, the road is treacherous and filled with traps.
New things to catch and craft!
Some fishes have already adapted to the new biome. So, in the upcoming update, we will introduce several new species. With the right gear, bait and strategy, you might be able to catch what's swimming beneath the fiery lava rivers - just be careful!
But wait, that's not all! We are also adding a bunch of new furniture pieces, walls, and flooring to the game. NPCs will also be getting new and unique pieces of furniture to decorate their homes and additional rewards.
Database Rework
We have been working on reworking our database to improve its stability and performance. Currently, save files consist of more than 10,000 individual files, which can negatively affect performance, particularly on slow hard drives. As a result, the game will now run smoother overall. The new save game is an SQLite file, which will enable us to introduce more complex changes in the future without compromising existing player saves. Additionally, this will allow very invested players to modify save games to match their preferences. However, we want to make it clear that this is NOT mod support.
We do not want to give away too much, so there are plenty of surprises waiting for you in the upcoming update. We are currently putting the final touches on it, as well as preparing something exciting. Keep an eye on our social media or join our Discord community to stay updated!
The Tinkertown Team