- What’s Next for Scale the Depths? 1.1 Is Coming! - 23 August 2026
Greetings to all fishers!First of all, thank you so much for playing Scale the Depths, and for your patience while we’ve been working on what comes next!We’ve been reading your feedback, fixing issues, and adding smaller improvements since launch, but we’ve also been working on something much bigger behind the scenes. 🐟 A Teaser for our First Major Content Update!Development on version 1.1 is well underway, and it will bring our first major expansion to the game.The update will include:New ways to augment your gameNew additions to fish scalingMore cosmeticsNew quality-of-life featuresAnd, most importantly… tons of new fish across every world! (Can you name just the ones shown off in this teaser?)More news and details about this update will be announced in the future, so stay tuna-ed! 🐟 🌊 And what comes after 1.1?Beyond version 1.1, we’ve got other exciting updates planned in the futu…
- Scale the Depths - V1.0.4 Update - 26 June 2026
A very stylish update incoming! This update adds colour-swapping to the "Cosmetics" page to give your bot some extra flair! We've included some of our favs below (there are many more) 😎We have also been working hard to resolve the noted save data issue and have implemented some fixes to mitigate this. We thank you for your patience and support. 💾Finally, for those of you who felt dealing with parasites was a little gross, we have added a setting to make it just a bit less gross... and more starchy. 🥐We hope you enjoy this fun little update as much as we did. Happy customizing! 👕🌟FeaturesNEW! Added Character Cosmetic Palettes! - Mix and match colours to make the outfit style combos.NEW! Added Parasites Censorship Setting - Enable this in the Settings to make parasites less gross and a whole lot sillier.⚙️ImprovementsModified system for customer spawn chances to guarantee their appea…
- 100,000 Copies in Just Two Weeks! - 17 June 2026
Scale the Depths has sold 100,000 copies in just two weeks! 🐟🐟🐟We’re still in shock seeing how far our little fishing game has come. Just a short while ago, Scale the Depths was still a small browser game jam project.Thank you so much for playing, leaving reviews, sharing your feedback, and helping us improve the game. Every comment, suggestion, bug report, and message means a lot.And for everyone wondering what’s next for Scale the Depths — we’ll have more details to share very soon 👀If you’d like to talk with us, share your thoughts, or follow the game more closely, we’d love to see you on our Discord!Thank you again for being part of this journey.-Glass Gecko Games & Pretty Soon
- Steam Cloud Update (MacOS) - 8 June 2026
Steam Cloud support has been extended to macOS devices!This should allow save data to sync between Windows and Mac. However, if you previously launched the game on both platforms while Steam Cloud was not syncing correctly, please be careful when starting the game after this update.In rare cases, Steam may ask which save file you want to keep, or an older local save may overwrite your newer progress. If you played on multiple devices, we recommend checking the Steam Cloud sync prompt carefully and backing up your local save files before launching the game.Thank you for your patience, and please let us know if you continue to experience any save sync issues!
- Scale the Depths - V1.0.3 Patch - 8 June 2026
A minor QOL patch for repellent, screen shake, save data issue fixes, and more. Thank you all for your patience and support. Happy fishing! 🐡🌟FeaturesAdded Repellent Toggle to the Fishing Station - Allows you to toggle your repellent between your highest available level and no repellentAdded Screen Shake toggle to Settings⚙️ImprovementsChanged the condition for secret fish showing up in the almanac and made it so the page crown only appears after getting themFixed minor grammatical issues and incorrect fonts🐛Bug FixesFixed issues with disliked fish, prepped fish value reductionImplemented fixes to resolve some save data issues, including:Issues with players getting softlocked at specific customers (especially after playing beta versions)Issues with save data being incompatible with certain date formats, making it so players from certain regions couldn’t play the game (causing the Pla…
- 50,000 Copies in 4 Days! Thank You! - 2 June 2026
50,000 copies sold in just 4 days! Wild! Thank you so much for playing, sharing your thoughts, leaving reviews, and spreading the word. The reception has been absolutely amazing, and we’re incredibly grateful for all the support. We’re also reading your feedback closely. Since launch, we’ve been working non-stop on patches and improvements. Two updates are already live, and more are on the way. Thank you for every bug report, every suggestion, and every message. They help us make the game better every day. This launch has been wild. Thank you for being part of it. More soon! -Glass Gecko Games & Pretty Soon
- Scale the Depths - V1.0.2.1 Patch - 2 June 2026
Sending a minor hotfix patch for some minor noted issues. Happy fishing! 🐠⚙️ImprovementsAdded a perfectly prepped indicator to fish in the almanac.🐛Bug FixesFixed the issue where the perfect prep achievement only triggered under very specific conditions.Fixed aspect ratio issue on ultra-wide monitors with level select.
- Scale the Depths - V1.0.2 Patch - 31 May 2026
We have patched a variety of things noted from previous versions. Thank you to everyone who helped catch these so we could patch them. Happy fishing! 🦦🌟FeaturesAlmanac, Shop, and Settings tabs will now localize immediately when switching languages while on the boat.Added more cosmetics to purchase in the shop in Huatulco, Mexico.⚙️ImprovementsAutomatic removal of empty inventory slots to prevent bad saves.Fixed items disappearing from the ocean when they have not been collected to prevent softlocks.Made some performance optimizations to the overall game.Improved the chance of getting one of the Cormarant variants.🐛Bug FixesFixed issue with the Shop cancelling equipping gear when the equipment row is accidentally clicked.Fixed customer dislike sound effect.Fixed the final world boss not dropping its artifact when defeated.Fixed achievements that weren’t accessible or weren't unlocking…
- Scale the Depths - 1.0.1 Hotfix - 29 May 2026
First, we’d like to thank everyone for playing our game, and we’ve been absolutely blown away by the reception! We’ve noticed a few bugs being reported, so we did our best to try to address these ASAP.Thank you for your patience, and happy fishing! Bug Fixes 🐛Disabled VSync as it possibly caused problems with stuttering/lag.Fixed an issue where players would not get the achievements for the World 2 Legendary Fish and Legendary Customer.Fixed an issue with the compass and sewing needle baits causing them to break the game’s UI.Fixed the issue where the Favourite Fish Finder bait could not be purchased.Fixed an issue where the Puzzle Gate in Point Nemo would remain permanently shut every dive after the one where it was unlocked.Fixed an issue where the Elite Explorer Achievement was unlocked too early after 100% only one level, rather than all of them.Fixed an issue where certain letters…
- SCALE THE DEPTHS IS OUT NOW!!! - 28 May 2026
It’s happening! 🎉We started with a tiny little game jam project, and now we’re releasing a full game that has reached more people than we ever imagined it would. Seeing so many players get excited about our weird little fish-scaling adventure feels completely surreal.We honestly still can’t believe this is real, and we’re incredibly happy to finally share the full game with you!What’s in the full game compared to the demo?The full game expands far beyond the demo, with:4 unique locations: Loch Ness, Huatulco, Outer Banks, and Point Nemo100+ fish speciesMore weird customersMore boats and character customizationMore tools and upgradesMore hidden treasuresMore messages in bottlesMore environmental puzzlesMore baitMore secrets to uncoverA much deeper mystery woven throughout the adventureIf you enjoyed the demo, the full game offers more of everything… and a lot more waiting in the depths.…
- Get Ready for May 28! Price, Discount & Release Time - 14 May 2026
Hi everyone!We’re super excited about the upcoming launch of Scale the Depths! To help you get ready, we’ve prepared a small FAQ with the most important release details! When does Scale the Depths launch?Scale the Depths will launch on Thursday, May 28. The game will go live at the time shown on the map above, so check your local time and get ready to dive in ;)How much will it cost?The base price of Scale the Depths will be:US Dollars - $9.99Euros - €9.99British Pounds - £8.99Chinese Yuan - ¥36.00Japanese Yen - ¥1,350Polish Zloty - 35.99 PLNWill there be a launch discount? 👀Yes! To celebrate the launch, Scale the Depths will be available with a limited-time 15% launch discount.That means the US price will be $8.49! 🥳Thank you for following the game, wishlisting it, and supporting us along the way. We can’t wait for you to finally play the full version of Scale the Depths on May 28!Se…
- Release Date Revealed! - 7 May 2026
Big News! We’re super happy to finally announce that Scale the Depths will launch on May 28th! 🐟 And to celebrate, our brand new trailer is now live on IGN! Take a look at more gameplay, more vibes, and a bit of what’s waiting for you in the depths 😎 It’s been a long swim to get here, and we’re seriously grateful for everyone who has followed the game, wishlisted it, played the demo, joined the Discord, left comments, shared kind words, or just quietly watched from the deep. It means a lot. So mark your calendars and get ready to dive in on May 28th. More news is coming soon, so stay tuned here, on Discord, and on our socials 🐠
- Now in Development: Customization ✨ - 24 April 2026
Hey everyone!We’re back with a little development update. This time, we’re focusing on customization. We’ve added more ways to make this adventure feel like your own 😋🛥️ New boatsIn the full game, there’ll be a few different boats to choose from, and you can decorate each one and give it your own name.👒 New cosmeticsWe also added new cosmetics for your character. You can now change:headwearoutfitrobot headSome of them are inspired by locations from the game, like the Scottish Tartan from Lake Loch Ness and the Astronaut outfit from Point Nemo.Here are some custom looks from our team!Check out our Instagram and TikTok for more sneak peeks from the game! Thank you for your support! 🙏As always, thank you for playing the demo and leaving reviews. We really appreciate all the support!If you’d like to share feedback, report bugs, or just hang out with the community, join us on Discord (1,…
- Scale the Depths - Major Demo Update (Version 2.0.0) - 23 February 2026
Scale the Depths - Demo Update (Version 2.0.0) 🎮🐟 We released a new update for Scale the Depths Demo (Version 2.0.0) for the upcoming STEAM Next Fest. 🎉Look forward to a refreshed look and feel, along with a few surprises underwater! Just in case you want to go back to demo version 1.4.0, we have included a beta branch for it. (1.4.0 and older saves won't be compatible with this new demo)New Changes 🆕Chinese Localization Available - You can change your language from the settings.UI Visuals Refreshed - UI overall has been enhanced with new visuals, including the boat HUD and Settings. ✨Reworked Save System - Your inventory, collectibles, and cosmetics will now be saved.Cosmetics System - Take a sneak peek at the new cosmetics system that will be available in the full game. We have included some fun hats in the demo to play around with. 🎩Discard All Fish - Added a button to allow you…
- Scale the Depths FAQ + What’s in Development! - 15 January 2026
Hey everyone!First of all — thank you for playing the demo and for all the wishlists! That support genuinely means the world to us and helps Scale the Depths more than anything else.Right now, our main development focus is building new worlds for the full game. Each world will keep the core gameplay you know from the demo, but with a fresh vibe and new content to discover — new customers, new knives, and new fish, all themed to the location. Also adding new hidden treasuresAnd today, we’ve got a small sneak peek to share: World 3 will take place in the Pacific Ocean — Point Nemo. World 3 abovewaterAlright, time for the FAQ! Because we know you’ve got questions. And we’ve got answers. Scale the Depths FAQ-------------------------- When will the game release? 🐟: The game is scheduled to release in the second quarter of 2026 (April - June) How much will the game cost? 🐟: We're not sure y…
- Demo Update (Version 1.4.0) 🎄 - 23 December 2025
🌟 We released a minor update for the Scale the Depths Demo (Version 1.4.0).❄️ We put up some fun decor on deck and FisherBot to match the festive season. We also added some social media links for anyone interested in joining our official Scale the Depths Discord channel.🎁 Again, thank you all for playing the demo, wishlisting the full game, and commenting with your feedback. Every bit of support means a lot to our small dev team and genuinely makes a difference as we work hard toward our release.
- Let's talk about Scale the Depths! - 15 December 2025
Hey everyone,We want to collect some feedback for Scale the Depths and would love to hear your honest thoughts – what you’re enjoying, what could be improved, and any ideas you have for making the game better!We want to run a round of player interviews to get deeper insights into how you experience the game. We’ve partnered with Pretty Soon as the publisher, and they’ll be running the interviews!If you’d like to take part, please drop your info here:👉 https://forms.gle/jdKamFZFe41D4Ghh9Your feedback will really help us fine-tune the game, and there’ll be a few small thank-you gifts for everyone who participates 🎁We might not be able to speak with everyone who volunteers, but we truly appreciate all of you taking the time to sign up! We’ll reach out directly to a few selected players for interviews, so keep an eye out for an email from Alex, who will be the one talking to you!Thanks so…
- Thank you for 100,000+ dives, and what’s in development 👀 - 21 November 2025
Hey everyone, First of all, thank you! The reception to our demo is incredibly warm, and over 100,000 players have already scaled tons of fish! 🐟🐟🐟Your comments, reviews, and videos mean a lot to us! If you’ve tried the demo, it helps us a lot if you leave a review, it's one of the best ways to support the game! And they show us what works and what we should improve.What’s next?The full version will include more worlds than just Lake Loch Ness - the one you already know so well from the demo. We’re currently working on several new biomes. Each of them keeps the core gameplay, but gives it a new look and twist:Different customers – new personalities and tastes Different knives – new tools for scaling and experimentingDifferent fish – new species to catch, prepare, and serveSo the loop stays familiar, but every world should feel like its own, distinct place.Sneak peek: Swamp Outer Bank…
- Demo page is live + join our Discord! - 3 October 2025
Hey everyone!Huge thanks for playing our demo – we’re honestly blown away by your reception. We’ve got a small update: the demo now has its very own Steam page. That means you can leave reviews there and share your thoughts. Every bit of feedback helps us shape the game in the right direction!And if you’d like to hang out, chat, drop a meme, or share your favorite weird deep-sea creatures, come join our Discord!🦈🦈🦈 Click here: https://discord.gg/UA2fvpdPar
- Demo Update (Version 1.3.0)🎣 - 12 July 2025
We have now released Version 1.3.0 of the Scale the Depths Demo, featuring new control schemes for the hook when diving in the depths. These include Mouse and Inverted Controls, both of which can be changed in the Settings. Classic controls are still available as well. 🎮Also, a big thank you to everyone who has played the demo so far. We were floored by the amount of support we have received and how many of you expressed how much you liked the game. We also greatly appreciated the feedback on the demo, helping us make the appropriate tweaks to create a game everyone can enjoy. You all motivate us to keep pushing forward to make the full release something truly special. We hope you continue to enjoy the demo, and happy fishing. 🐡 🙌Change Log🐠 QOL Updates*NEW* Mouse Hook Controls - Change in settings*NEW* Inverted Hook Controls - Change in settings🪼 Bug FixesFixed ambient sound issue…
