- 1.0.6. Visual update - 19 September 2026
We’ve updated the game’s visuals to make the overall look cleaner, more polished, and more consistent. We’ll continue making small visual adjustments based on your feedback. FixesFixed Restocker behavior when there is no free space on a display — boxes are no longer left next to the stand.Fixed an issue where the Restocker could leave a box underneath a display, making it difficult to interact with.Fixed a conflict when the player and Restocker interacted with the same box at the same time, which could cause the box to fall and become stuck on the floor.Fixed the achievement related to age verification.Fixed missing product categories in notifications.Fixed shopping bags not being displayed on customers after checkout for client players in co-op.ImprovementsUpdated sounds.Updated localization.Improved Restocker behavior.Updated the game’s visuals.
- HOTFIX 1.0.5. The Big One - 17 September 2026
1.0.5 FIXES • Fixed restockers sometimes getting stuck in the Sorting state and stopping work. • Fixed a crash that could happen when assigning an employee as a restocker. • Fixed restockers ignoring products already stored on warehouse shelves or boxes left in the delivery zone. • Fixed restockers sometimes placing products on the wrong shelves instead of their assigned product shelves. • Fixed products and boxes sometimes flying away, teleporting, or ending up in incorrect positions. • Fixed customer age changing after cancelling an ID check and checking the same customer again. • Cashiers no longer leave immediately at 9 PM. They now finish serving all customers already waiting in the queue before ending their shift. • Employees should no longer randomly change their appearance. • Dialogs should now be available while holding any tool. IMPROVEMENTS • Double-clicking a product at the…
- Hotfix 1.0.3 - 13 September 2026
We’ve released a hotfix addressing several multiplayer interaction issues:Fixed the game freezing when two players tried to pick up the same object at the same time.Fixed an issue where items and shelves could stop responding to interactions.Fixed an issue where an item or tool could get stuck in your hands and couldn’t be put away.Fixed Steam Achievements — all achievements should now unlock correctly.The next patch is already in the works!Thank you for your reports and support! 💛
- HOTFIX 1.0.2 - 12 September 2026
Hi!First of all, we want to apologize for the less-than-smooth launch.We expected the release to go much more smoothly, but some players ran into bugs, co-op issues, and balance problems. We messed up, but we’re already actively going through your feedback and trying to fix everything as quickly as possible.Thank you to everyone who leaves reviews and reports issues — it genuinely helps us find and fix them faster.Patch 1.0.2In this update, we:fixed a freeze that could occur if two players picked up the same box at the same time;adjusted the balance based on your feedbackreduced the amount of trash and the number of vandals and thievesadded an FOV settingthe tool wheel now opens by holding the buttonupdated the visuals of upgraded boosters in the Secret Shopfixed quests — puddles should no longer appear before you get the mopmade several smaller fixes and improvementsAs a small apology…
- Update (fix survey link) - 11 September 2026
We’re sorry about the survey appearing when exiting the game - this was our mistake and it has now been fixed.Fixed the survey appearing on exitReduced the volume of rain and thunderFixed several sound issuesWet stains should no longer appear before you unlock the mop Thank you for your patience and for reporting issues. New updates coming soon.
- Anime Shop Simulator✨ is Out Now on Steam! - 11 September 2026
Hey everyone!The doors to our shop are officially open — the game is out! 🎉This journey would have been impossible without our amazing community. A massive thank you to everyone who wishlisted the game, shared their suggestions, and simply supported us all this time. Your energy fueled us at every stage of development!Artwork: RinGrab your friends, take your spots at the register, and dive headfirst into this crazy, fun experience.And most importantly: if the game brings you good vibes, please leave a review on Steam. For our team, it’s the most valuable reward and an incredible help in promoting the project!Stock up on manga, tidy up those shelves, and have a great time playing! ✨
- Anime Shop stream - 10 September 2026
Anime Shop Simulator — Live Now! 🎥We’re live with Anime Shop Simulator! Join the stream for a look at the game before its official release tomorrow.Come hang out, explore the shop, and get ready for launch! ❤️
- Your Shop is in Danger! - 14 August 2026
Hey everyone!While you and your friends are enthusiastically creating your dream shop and stocking the shelves, keep in mind: not all visitors will be on their best behavior! Today, we want to show you the threats Anime Shop owners will face in their daily routine.Let's start small — the mess. Some customers might brazenly litter right next to the shelves with their favorite manga. So, you'll have to arm yourselves with patience and regularly clean up the shop floor!But if you get distracted for even a second, customers with particularly sticky fingers will make their move. They're just waiting to sneakily snatch valuables from your displays! However, if you're quick enough to catch a thief red-handed, your trusty bat will come to the rescue. No mercy for anime merch stealers!As evening falls, new problems arise — street vandals. These guys are just waiting for the perfect moment to cov…
- Release Date Announced: Gather Your Crew! - 6 August 2026
Hey everyone! We have absolutely incredible news — we are ready to officially announce that Anime Shop Simulator✨ is releasing on September 11!It's the perfect time to invite your friends, because growing your business and handling the rush of customers is much easier and way more fun in good company! To let you and your partners express your individuality, we've prepared an extensive customization menu. Adjust your appearance, try on different clothes, and create your own unique style before the workday begins.Of course, co-op isn't just about smooth teamwork at the checkout and stocking shelves. In between serving customers, you can play friendly pranks on your buddy or cheer them up with a funny dance!Be sure to share this news with the people you plan to open your first shop with, and get ready for the release. See you on September 11!
- Checkout Checks - 30 July 2026
Hey everyone!Last time, we showed you the new manga that will soon hit the shelves of your Anime Shops.Since different genres have been added to our assortment, including the 18+ category, you will now need to carefully check your customers' IDs!The rule is strict: if a customer is under 18, selling them age-restricted goods is strictly prohibited.However, some resourceful visitors have come up with a sneaky way to get their hands on a coveted book - they hide it under their clothes and try to sneak it past the register. To expose the thief, a special scanner will come to your rescue!Now managing the store will become even more exciting. You'll need to be as attentive as possible: protect your goods from theft and don't forget to ask for ID at checkout!How do you like these new features? Maybe you'd like to see some additional checkout checks added to the game? We'd love to read your id…
- New Manga! - 23 July 2026
Hey everyone!We're continuing to share the new game art with you. Following the cards, we'd like to show you the updated manga for your Anime Shops!Of course, the final assortment will be much bigger, but we couldn't wait to show you a piece of our work and hear what you think! By the way, the volumes differ not only in title and cover - now each book has its own genre!Because of this, your customers will become more selective. This means you'll need to stock your shelves carefully to satisfy the tastes of visitors of all ages and preferences!That's all for now! We'd love to read your comments: How do you like these new features? What manga would you like to see in the game? Join our Discord to discuss it together!
- New Cards! - 16 July 2026
Hey everyone!We've got great news: we completely redid all the art in the game, and today we want to show you the beautiful cards!Our cards are fully redrawn and now look like this:We decided we needed even more characters and gave them a bit more elegance. And you can also see how your collections will look with the new cards:Share your thoughts, how do you like the changes, and what else would you like to see?There's a lot more interesting and beautiful stuff coming, we'll share it in the next post. Thank you for staying with us! :)
- Demo v1.5.0 - 26 May 2026
We have updated the demo version of the game. There is no new content in this update, but we have done a lot of technical work: improved performance, fixed many bugs, and reworked part of the game’s internal architecture. This is an important step before the next stage of development. A new version of the demo with new mechanics and gameplay features will be released soon. Thank you for following the project!
- Demo v1.4.6 - 15 March 2026
In-game tasks have been synchronized and now complete simultaneously for all players.
- Demo HotFix v1.4.5 - 9 March 2026
Fixes & ImprovementsSeveral cases where players could get stuck in a card battle without being able to exit have been fixed.A bug where the register sometimes couldn't give the exact change has been resolved.Multiple additional freeze situations in different gameplay scenarios have been addressed.Colliders have been added to several objects on the scene to improve interaction and prevent clipping.Fixed situations where shelves could no longer be moved or repositioned.Players should now leave the table using the correct animation instead of sliding away while still sitting.Resolved cases where items could not be scanned at the cash register.Fixed card duplication that could occur when placing cards on the display stand.Addressed situations where the game table could not be interacted with.Improved network code and the logic for inviting friends into the game.The kick player function has…
- Collaboration Day – Anime Shop Simulator x Lootbound - 27 February 2026
Today we’re teaming up with the developers of Lootbound.If you enjoy building the ultimate anime shop, managing your collection, and battling in PvP you might appreciate what they’re doing too.Lootbound is a fast-paced roguelike built around powerful builds, scaling synergies, and high-risk decisions. Every run is about breaking the system before it breaks you.We both care about progression, and giving players room to experiment and push things further than expected.If you like discovering strong combos in Anime Shop Simulator in card PvP, you might have fun discovering completely broken builds in Lootbound.Go check them out.
- Demo HotFix v1.4.2 and 1.4.3 - 26 February 2026
Fixes & Improvements The server creation logic has been reworked. Situations where it was impossible to create or join a server should be reduced.Clients shouldn't get stuck in queues and freeze. We really hope we've fixed this bug.Situations where a connected player can't see customers should be reduced.Blockers where a player couldn't interact with anything after taking a card into their hand have been fixed.Fixed a bug where it was impossible to remove all items from a box.It's now impossible to join another player if you have different versions. This is done to improve the stability of the overall game.Kicking players from the server has been added.Minor visual improvements, including colliders where they weren't there before.improved translation into French thanks @AdenorWhat's next? We're testing internal fixes for freezing during combat. As soon as we test them, there will be a n…
- Demo is OUT NOW! - 19 February 2026
🎌 Anime Shop Simulator Demo is Out Now! We’re excited to announce that the Anime Shop Simulator Demo is now available on Steam. You can jump in right now and start building your otaku dream shop. We’d love to hear your feedback — every wishlist, every stream, and every share helps us improve the game and grow the community. If you want to share your thoughts - join us on Discord! 🛍 What’s in the Demo? In the demo, you’ll be able to: Run your own anime store filled with manga, figures, trading cards Organize shelves and design your shop layout Order and open booster packs to hunt for rare cards Set prices and manage your growing business Play solo or in co-op with up to 4 players Build your own card collection and play the in-game TCG Whether you want to create a cozy anime corner or a booming otaku empire, this is your chance to start. 🃏 Open Packs. Grow Your Store. Become the Local…
- 50к Wishlists! Thank you! - 11 December 2025
Hello, anime lovers!We just learned that 50,000 people are already interested in visiting our humble anime store. We're incredibly pleased. Thank you!We're actively tidying up our shelves and purchasing new manga to launch the Open Playtest. Don't forget to sign up. And join our Discord. We'll be launching a lot of exciting things there very soon, including a discussion about what else we should add to the game.See you soon!
- Anime Shop on OTK Fest and New Trailer! - 23 November 2025
Wow! We were lucky enough to attend OTK Fest and present our new trailer there.Please check it out it and support us. We'll be starting a series of Open Playtests very soon. So don't forget to Wishlist and request access to playtest. See you in the anime shop!
