We’re excited to release a special build of Chop Chains for Steam Next Fest!
This version introduces a brand-new game mode and several improvements across the board 🚀
NEW 🆕
Trials Mode 🪵
Take on a series of time-based challenges and beat the mascot’s time to prove you’re the ultimate lumberjack 🪓🔥
New Credits view
New Void Skill that lets you reset and start with 100 or 200 normal woods
Added consent confirmation for crash data & progression tracking
Smoother transitions between game states (menu, gameplay, etc.)
Added a Press Kit button in the main menu
Game version now displayed in the corner
IMPROVEMENTS & CHANGES 🔧
Axe Chains colors now match your equipped axe
Particle system now renders on the same layer as trees (FX can appear behind trees properly)
Fixed incorrect Spanish translations
Updated Void Skill Tree translations with shorter names
Demo balance adjustment: Forest now gives 2 base wood per level (was 10)
Classic leaderboards now reset monthly 📅
Leaderboard system reworked for easier maintenance
Added 10 dedicated leaderboards for Trials 🏆
Improved audio slider logic 🔊
Super Wood color adjusted (more yellow for clarity)
Fixed Autobuy interaction with Discord skills
Fixed save issues when changing language
Fixed skills remaining active when Time Attack is paused
Improved achievement icons and formatting
BUG FIXES 🐛
Axe prices now update automatically when gathering resources
Fixed Buy icon not resetting after unlocking skills via Void Skill Tree
Fixed zoom / reset zoom issue when opening Skill Tree
Void Skill Tree tab now correctly returns to the Plains
Fixed Forest progression percentage staying at 0
❤️ Thank you all for the support during Steam Next Fest!
Let’s see who becomes the ultimate lumberjack 🪓🔥