- Version 1.0.3 - Bug Fixed - 21 September 2026
Hello lovely players! This is Ya Mao.Version 1.0.3 Bugs Fixed:Wall decorations disappeared after the kitchen expansion: Upon investigation, I found that a bug caused these decorations to be placed out of sight. I’ve moved those misplaced items into your Storage, updated your Deco Points to the correct total, and added a pop-up notification. If you didn’t receive a notification in the wall decoration system, it means you weren't affected by this bug, so no worries!Thanks a lot for all the reports so far. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you meet any new bugs. Thank you so much!Best,Ya Mao
- Version 1.0.2 - Bugs Fixed - 21 September 2026
Hello lovely players! This is Ya Mao.Version 1.0.2 Bugs Fixed:Egg separator not unlocking properly – Slightly adjusted the detection logic to ensure the egg separator's description displays correctly and its functionality works as intended.Wall deco/ground item relocation issue – Expanded the interaction trigger area and applied DPI scaling, ensuring better responsiveness across different screen resolutions.Over-sensitive hold-to-delete on save slots – Added a ~0.3-second delay threshold to prevent triggering the long-press action too quickly. A normal click will now load the game properly without triggering the countdown circle.Thanks a lot for all the reports so far. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you meet any new bugs. Thank you so much!Best,Ya Mao
- Enjoying Shiba Sweet? I’d love to hear your thoughts! 😊 - 18 September 2026
Hello lovely players! This is Ya Mao.First off, thank you so much for giving Shiba Sweet a try!As a solo developer, seeing people play and enjoy Shiba Sweet honestly means the world to me. Developing this game on my own has been a wild journey, and I’m so grateful for all your support!If you have a free moment and have been enjoying your time with the game, would you mind leaving a quick review on Steam?Reviews are super important for solo devs because they help the game get discovered by more players, and they also give me the motivation and feedback to keep improving it. Even just a single line can make a huge difference!Thank you so much for reading, playing, and being the most wonderful part of this journey!Warmly,Ya Mao
- Version 1.0.1 - Bug Fixed - 18 September 2026
Hello lovely players! This is Ya Mao.I have some exciting news: the Ground Item mode bug is officially fixed! Now you can enjoy the game normally without accidentally selecting the wrong category.Based on your feedback, I've added a rotation feature for kitchenware! Now, when placing kitchenware, you can rotate it so your Shiba faces it straight on while looking at the camera. Other items like tables, decorations, and ingredient shelfs don't have rotation enabled since their appearance doesn't change when rotated (for example, tables look identical from back sides).Once again, I deeply apologize for the inconvenience and confusion. Thank you so much for your patience!Best,Ya Mao
- Knowing bug report - 17 September 2026
Hello lovely players! This is Ya Mao.I just noticed a major issue with Ground Item mode regarding Category selection (Table/Kitchenware/Decoration/Ingredient Shelf). Please make sure to select a category before buying items from the shop. Otherwise, you might accidentally purchase the wrong item within that category.I am so sorry for this bug and am doing my best to fix it right now. I'll update you all as soon as it's resolved. Thank you so much for your patience, and I deeply apologize for the inconvenience!Best,Ya Mao
- Shiba Sweet is finally here! - 17 September 2026
Hello, lovely players! I’m Ya Mao.Welcome to our grand opening, Shiba Sweet is officially out!I’d love to invite you all into the bakery to play as an adorable Shiba chef and unlock lots of cute desserts.If you enjoy the game, please consider leaving a review on Steam to help other players who love relaxing games find us. If you happen to run into any bugs while playing, feel free to send in a report and I’ll get to it as soon as I can.To everyone who has been looking forward to the game, thank you so so so much. You really mean a lot to me.People always say your first indie game shouldn't be your dream game, but I feel super lucky, and maybe a little brave. As a solo indie developer, I’m so happy to say that Shiba Sweet really is the game of my dreams, and I actually made it to the finish line step by step, pure and simple out of my love for games.I hope the little version of me back t…
- 5 Days to Launch: Demo Closing Soon & What’s New in the Full Release! - 12 September 2026
Hello, lovely players! I’m Ya Mao. The 5-day countdown to the official launch of Shiba Sweet is on! The game is confirmed to release on September 17. It'll cost $17.99 (USD) / £15.99 (GBP) / €18,25 (EUR) with a 15% launch discount for the first two weeks.As the full release approaches, our Demo is ready to take its final bow and will be closed on launch day. Please note that due to Steam's save system, save data from the Demo will not automatically transfer to the full game, so keep this in mind as you prepare for launch!Here is a breakdown of what's new and improved in the full release compared to the Demo.1. Full Release vs. Demo Improvements(1) No Time LimitsIn the Demo, gameplay was capped at one in-game season or upon reaching 1-Star Chef rank. The full version completely removes these restrictions! You can now experience the full progression of all four seasons, unlock new recipes…
- Aug. 2026 Shiba Sweet Gamedev Monthly Update + Announce the Release Date - 1 September 2026
Hello, lovely players! I’m Ya Mao, and here’s the Jul. game development update for Shiba Sweet, which will also be our final entry! I am thrilled to announce that the official release date is set for September 17 (Americas & Europe) / September 18 (Asia). The game unlocks simultaneously worldwide; the date difference is purely due to time zone variances.This month's game development progress includes crafting a new launch trailer, completing two full playthrough playtests, continuous debugging to polish the user experience, and updating my official website with a brand-new Press Kit.1. Here are the detailed highlights from this month:(1) Creating the New Launch TrailerDuring the planning phase, I storyboarded the video and recorded all necessary gameplay footage. After writing and finalizing the voiceover script, I completed the voice recording, video editing, and subtitling. As planned…
- Jul. 2026 Shiba Sweet Gamedev Monthly Update - 1 August 2026
Hello, lovely players! I’m Ya Mao, and here’s the Jul. game development update for Shiba Sweet.This month's game development progress includes setting up Steam Achievements, adding a Tips page to the Pause Menu, introducing a Bookmark feature to the Recipe Book, adding free coffee to the Chef Star Challenges, and implementing a Kitchenware Rotation feature.1. Here are the detailed highlights from this month:(1) Steam Achievements SetupIn addition to reviewing and redrawing the missing achievement icons, I’ve linked the game's code with the Steam system. Now, fulfilling specific conditions during gameplay will trigger Steam achievements, giving you a cute, shiny notification in real time!(2) Added Tips Page in Pause MenuBased on feedback from previous playtests and the demo, I noticed some players were confused about how to mix ingredients on the table or handle certain controls. To fix…
- Jun. 2026 Shiba Sweet Gamedev Monthly Update - 1 July 2026
Hello, lovely players! I’m Ya Mao, and here’s the Jun. game development update for Shiba Sweet.This month's game development progress includes ensuring proper launch and gameplay support on Steam Deck, adjusting the UI layout for the exterior decoration system, adding a continuous selection feature for controllers, creating extended functionality for the egg separator, and finalizing the purchase and equipping logic for the apron shop.1. Here are the detailed highlights from this month:(1) Steam Deck Compatibility and OptimizationThis month, we adjusted the Steam backend settings and the game build so that players can enjoy the game on Steam Deck in addition to PC. Although continuous optimization for programming and rendering is still required to ease the hardware load on the Steam Deck, the game can now launch and run completely fine without any issues.(2) UI Layout Adjustments for th…
- May. 2026 Shiba Sweet Gamedev Monthly Update - 1 June 2026
Hello, lovely players! I’m Ya Mao, and here’s the May game development update for Shiba Sweet.This month's game development milestones include programming the logic for Grandma's postcards, setting up all Chef Star challenge levels, implementing an item name display feature, adding ingredient shop categories, and finalizing the wall and floor decoration system.1. Here are the detailed highlights from this month:(1) Programming Grandma's Postcard LogicWhile all the postcard artwork was finished last month, this month focused on the backend logic for delivering them to the player. Grandma’s postcards and gifts will now trigger based on game progression, helping players smoothly advance on their journey to becoming a 5-Star Dessert Master.(2) Setting Up All Chef Star Challenge LevelsDuring the demo phase, only the environment for the first challenge level was completed. This month, the env…
- Apr. 2026 Shiba Sweet Gamedev Monthly Update - 2 May 2026
Hello, lovely players! I’m Ya Mao, and here’s the April game development update for Shiba Sweet.This month’s development focused on designing new autumn and winter outfits for the adorable NPC customers, upgrading the shop’s checkout screen to display price bonuses, adding a Mixer Pack feature for Mixer, and completing all of Grandma’s postcards.1. Here are the detailed highlights from this month:(1) New Autumn/Winter Outfits for NPC customersPreviously, many spring and summer outfits were created for the game demo (set in spring). This month, I designed several new sets of autumn and winter clothing. NPCs will now change into seasonal outfits based on the temperature, giving the townspeople a more lifelike and dynamic feel.(2) Upgraded Checkout Screen with Price BonusesWith all the special festival posters completed last month, I’ve now ensured that dessert prices are correctly calcula…
- Mar. 2026 Shiba Sweet Gamedev Monthly Update - 2 April 2026
Hello, lovely players! I’m Ya Mao, and here’s the March game development update for Shiba Sweet.This month’s development focused on designing all in-game festival posters, re-evaluating the game’s economy, localizing the recipe book and chalkboard hints, adding controller-friendly features, and expanding seasonal calendar content. I also implemented several adjustments based on player feedback.1. Detailed Development Updates(1) Festival Poster Design & ProductionTo be honest, I am not naturally a 2D artist because most of my skill points are invested in 3D. However, as a solo developer with no plans for outsourcing, I poured my heart into completing these designs myself. While the process was slow, the upside is that the art style perfectly matches the game’s atmosphere and the messaging is clear and easy to read.(2) Re-evaluating the Game EconomyThe economy is the backbone of the gamep…
- Feb. 2026 Shiba Sweet Gamedev Monthly Update - 3 March 2026
Hello, lovely players! I’m Ya Mao, and here’s the February game development update for Shiba Sweet.This month, I focused on several key milestones including the official demo release, the addition of an auto-exchange feature for ingredients, and a new bonus gift system for postcards. I also introduced new sleeping animations for Shibe, added French and German localization, and began localizing the full recipe book for the complete version of the game.1. Here are the detailed highlights from this month:(1) Official Demo ReleaseI officially launched the game demo this month and participated in the Steam Next Fest. It was a joy to see so many cozy game lovers discover my Shibe-themed adventure. Thanks to the feedback from player surveys, I have already fixed several bugs and integrated your suggestions into my future development roadmap. My goal is to make the game as polished and enjoyabl…
- Shiba Sweet Patch Report - 21 February 2026
Hello lovely player! This is Ya Mao.To all the players who enjoy the demo, I’d love to invite you to leave a positive review on Steam. Whether it's long or short, every bit helps. As an indie creator without a huge marketing budget, your reviews are incredibly important to me. They help other cozy game lovers discover this project and give me the confidence to keep creating more adorable games for you in the future.Thank you so much for the feedback you provided in the surveys. I’ve been prioritizing improvements based on your input, and here is what has been fixed so far:1. New Kitchenware SettingsKitchenware now functions like the tables. You can directly swap ingredients or semi-finished items between your hands and the equipment.2. Visual Clarity ImprovementsSome players mentioned that the graphics looked a bit blurry. Previously, I lowered the rendering quality to optimize performa…
- Shiba dessert chefs wanted. The Demo is officially live! - 14 February 2026
Hello lovely player! This is Ya Mao.Thank you so much for your patience. The official Demo is finally live! Since I’ve been working on this project all by myself, I know I can't match the speed of a full team, but I’ve poured my heart into development every single day. Even on those quiet days when it felt like no one was watching, I kept going with passion and joy, dreaming of the day I could finally share the warm and fragrant "Shiba Bakery Shop" with all of you.Now, that dream is halfway there. After internal testing, external feedback, and many long nights of fixing bugs, the demo has finally made its way to Steam. I’d love for you to download it and give it a try. I truly hope the world of Shiba brings you simple happiness, heals your weary heart, and gives you some wonderful memories.Thank you very much for your support. See you in the Demo!💖
- Jan. 2026 Shiba Sweet Gamedev Monthly Update - 1 February 2026
Hello, lovely players! I’m Ya Mao, and here’s the January game development update for Shiba Sweet.This month, my development efforts were fully focused on launching the online Playtest and collecting player feedback through surveys. Key updates include a new "Delete Save" feature in the main menu, the implementation of Grandma’s postcard system and Demo content, and the creation of the Chef Star Challenge, including its scenes, logic, and animations.1. Here are the detailed highlights from this month:(1) Playtest and DebuggingThroughout January, I received so much love and encouragement from players. The feedback has been incredibly valuable, and I am so glad I decided to host the online Playtest. A huge thank you to all the lovely players who participated! I have compiled a detailed list of reported bugs and am fixing them one by one to ensure the upcoming Demo provides a smooth and co…
- Shiba Bakery is under renovation. Demo coming on February 6th! - 26 January 2026
Hello lovely player! This is Ya Mao.Our two-week playtest has officially come to an end! We've received so much encouragement and love through the feedback forms and surveys. A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to report bugs and share your thoughts. Your input is incredibly valuable!Here’s a look at the fixes and improvements we focused on during the second week:Mouse/Keyboard Support: For players who's using keyboard/mouse to play, you can now use Left/Right Mouse Click for most in-game interactions.Nighttime Visual Cues: Added a reminder for the dessert display at night to prevent accidental baking.Oven Fixes: Addressed those strange minor bugs occurring with the oven.Kitchen UI: Smoothed out transitions between kitchen buttons and standardized loading times.Esc Key Logic: Fixed Esc key behavior for both keyboard and controller.Controller Prompts: The kitchen chalkboard no…
- Final Week of The Playtest: Countdown to the Closure of Shiba’s Baking Kitchen! - 19 January 2026
Hello lovely players! This is Ya Mao.Thank you so so so much to all the players who have already tried the playtest. Based on the feedback forms you submitted, I have been organizing the bugs and issues that need to be addressed next. While the game is currently being developed by a single person, I will continue doing my very best to improve it and bring it to a better state. I truly hope everyone can enjoy a relaxing, comforting, and joyful experience.Following the priority order, the following issues were quickly debugged during the first week, and the Steam version has been updated accordingly.The ingredient shop now keeps its nighttime warning visible, helping prevent accidental purchases when there is not enough storage space.Fixed an issue where starting a new game after returning to the main menu could cause the tutorial to become stuck due to ingredients not being delivered to…
- Playtest Now Live: Shiba Sweet Kitchen is Open! - 12 January 2026
Hello lovely players! This is Ya Mao.Thank you so much for your patience! The Playtest is officially underway starting today. 💖Please put on your aprons and step into the kitchen to bake the most adorable Shiba treats. During this two-week test, every piece of feedback and bug report provided will be the vital energy needed to make this game even better!Test Period: Jan 12 (Mon) – Jan 25 (Sun)I look forward to creating some heartwarming baking memories with all of you in the kitchen!For those who haven't signed up for Playtest, please visit the store page and click Request Access to join the playtest.
