- Update Notes (hotfix 2.2) - 12 May 2025
Hello everyone! Hope everyone is good! It was few months since I have released version 2.1. I wasn't able to do much but there are still some new stuff and bug fixes. This is basically a hotfix for some annoying bugs that were reported. Bug Fixes Fixed error when no screens are selected in settings menu Fixed error when there are many pals selected and there is too much characters for Discord Rich Presence Fixed bug where Discord is always on (ignoring its settings value) Optimization Improved performance by caching resized images of Pals
- Update Notes (version 2.1) - 19 March 2025
Hello everyone! It has been around two months since the release of TaskPals 2.0. I have been fixing bugs reported in the Steam Discussions and the Discord bug report channel. If you find or think something is a Bug, feel free to post it in Discussions or on Discord, your help is very appreciated! Bug fixes Fixed Pals glitching in the air if their behavior was changed while they were falling. Added a green border to the selected Pal’s icon in the menu to improve visibility. Added an icon to the menu window. The app should now be hidden from Discord's "Stream Screen." Some tooltips had their last letter cut off. The stacked monitors issue has been fixed. New features A new option, "Force Border," is now available. Many users didn’t like how Pals could move beyond their borders. With this option enabled, they will not leave the border zone on their own. If you take them out, they will imme…
- Major update is available - 27 January 2025
Hello everyone! The new version with long-awaited changes is finally here! Here’s a list of the most important updates: Workshop support and editor: You can now download user-created Pals from the Steam Workshop or create your own directly within the TaskPals app. Multiscreen support: If you have multiple monitors, you can move Pals seamlessly between screens. Reworked interaction system: You can now drag and throw Pals around your screen with the left click, and pet them with the right click. (Note: heart particles have been removed.) New user interface: A fresh look to enhance your experience. As I have limited hardware and knowledge, there might be things I’ve overlooked. I kindly ask for your patience with any bugs you encounter, and I’ll do my best to address them as soon as possible. Plans for the future New tutorial: A detailed guide on how to use TaskPals and create new Pals. Pa…
- New version is coming! - 12 January 2025
Hello everyone What to Expect The long-awaited update is set to be released in two weeks, on Monday, the 27th. I am currently putting the final touches on it and ensuring quality control. In summary, new version of TaskPals will include: Workshop support New pal behavior, allowing pals to be dragged across the screen Multi-monitor support, enabling pals to move across multiple screens A redesigned user interface Various quality and performance improvements Final Words I initially planned to finish this update sooner, but I had some new ideas I wanted to incorporate, and I didn’t want to rush the process. Looking forward to seeing you in two weeks!
- Change of pricing model - 8 November 2024
Hello everyone! Pricing model change In the next few days, TaskPals is changing its pricing model to pay to play. Which means: App will cost $4 All DLCs will be removed and by default included in the base app. All users who had claimed/downloaded TaskPals while it was free will get to keep it after the pricing change! Workshop support is coming soon! Plans for the future As I said in my previous announcement, TaskPals is currently being reworked from the ground up. Which means that I will no longer be updating the current version of TaskPals as I am devoting all my time to building the new, better version. New TaskPals is currently half-way to be completed. I believe it will be launched sometime around the New Year. I will be sure to post another announcement at least two weeks before the new update. Be sure to add it to your Library before the change! Final words That's it for now, as…
- Major Overhaul is Coming! - 15 September 2024
Hello everyone! Long time no see TaskPals was born as a hobby project. Nothing more or less, I made it for myself and my close friends. After seeing how much they enjoyed using it, I thought it would be a good idea to release it and make it possible for other people to enjoy it as well. More than a year has passed since I released this project and the attention which TaskPals got in that time was crazy for me to even think was possible. Honestly, I didn't give the time it deserved, for which I am very sorry. Currently, I am working full-time on a new release which should bring us some long-overdue changes. Workshop Support! I am very happy to announce that TaskPals will be getting full workshop support, allowing its users to create and share new Pals however they want. This was something that I was thinking of doing from the very start but lacked knowledge of how to, which is why I went…
- New look, new features, new pack! - 8 May 2024
Hello everyone! First, I extend my sincerest apologies for the prolonged delay in updates. New menu First thing, new visuals! The new menu is very similar to the old one, but with a more modern touch to it. Second, a few additional prompts were added when closing the menu. Bunch of users don't know how to close the app, so now when you close the menu, you are presented with options to hide the app or to close it completely. New feature An important feature was added. TaskPals now has the option to hide from Steam status. It was something that many people had wanted for a long time. Now it's in, with the option to turn it off or on. Be careful, as this also means Steam isn't tracking your time with the TaskPals!! Also, some of the bugs that were reported were also fixed. Upcoming things Now, the most important thing that I want to get back in is the option for TaskPals to hide when there…
- UPDATE regarding False-positive virus detection - 12 September 2023
BIG (GOOD) NEWS! Dear pals, I have an important update regarding the recent false virus flag issue that some of you encountered while using TaskPals. I deeply apologize for any concern or inconvenience this may have caused you over the past month and a half. And I am thankful for your trust and patience! What Happened? During this period, my app was mistakenly flagged as a potential security threat by certain antivirus programs, leading to false alarms. This was entirely unintentional and not the result of any malicious activity on our part. One of the main reasons for this was the fullscreen detection method that the app used, which the antivirus program mistaken for something harmful and bad. Resolution I am pleased to inform you that the issue has been successfully resolved. I worked diligently with antivirus software providers to ensure our app is recognized as safe. Our Commitment…
- Update with the Microsoft and false-positive Virus flag - 24 August 2023
Hello everyone. First, I am sorry because I have not posted in a while. Here I am now, unfortunately with some bad news. I had no luck with Microsoft. As far as I can tell, my application was submitted and processed automatically, which resulted in it being flagged as a virus again. I am trying to fix the problem, find and change the part of the code that was detected as a virus, but I am not sure how long that will take, as I have lost motivation because all my effort and time was basically for nothing... If you think you could help, or you had experience with this before, feel free to contact me. I cannot and will not ask you to believe my words. If you do not believe it, there are plenty of other virus tests online that see no problems with my application. So if you like the application, you can whitelist it in your antivirus settings and use it as you always have. Here is a link to…
- False Alert with Microsoft Antivirus! - 27 July 2023
Hello everyone, In last two days a lot of people reached to me that they have problem with TaskPals application and Microsoft Antivirus program. Antivirus program says that there is "CryptInject" type of virus in this application. There is absolutely no virus or anything malicious in this application. In fact, there were no updates on application in last few days so there is nothing new added, which means that virus couldn't be added in that period. I am looking into this, also I will reach out to the Microsoft and see what they can do about this. Once again, I assure you that there is nothing malicious or bad in the app, still if you don't believe me, please uninstall the app and wait for the next update. Also I ask you not to leave bad review, as it matters a lot to me and I am trying my best to fix this. What you can try is updating Antivirus program and Windows if you didn't yet. Th…
- First TaskPals update! - 18 July 2023
First, BIG THANKS for everyone that downloaded TaskPals, gave feedback, wrote a thread, gave a review! I didn't really think that this project will be appreciated this much, so thank you once more! As a token of my gratitude I added new free TaskPal: Egg Sheeran! Also SPECIAL thanks to all supporters that bought TaskPals Support Develompent Pack. I didn't forget about you! For you : Cooper! Fixed few bugs that were happening. Also few minor changes. - Fixed Bug where error is thrown when opening menu without Steam running - Added options to "hide" TaskPals when you are in other fullscreen application. Check Settings, Top Most option. (Its still a bit buggy, but will try to fix it as I get more feedback) - Added a visual effect when petting animals - App should be more stable overall There will be one more patch in few days. I am well aware that many of you don't like how is app showing…
