- An Update on the Road to the Full Release - 8 August 2026
Thank you very much for playing and supporting Third Person Basketball Court (TPBC).Today, we'd like to share an update on the current state of development.We are currently working to strengthen the development team as we move toward the full release.Throughout Early Access, we've received a great deal of valuable feedback from players. It has helped us identify many areas for improvement and shown us how much potential TPBC has. At the same time, we have realized that some of these improvements are difficult to achieve with our current development resources alone.For that reason, we are currently working to build a stronger development structure, including discussions with publishers and development partners, to help us deliver the best possible full release.As a result, major updates will likely be less frequent for a while.We sincerely apologize to everyone who has been looking forwa…
- 7,000+ Wishlists & 5,000+ Copies Sold! - 23 June 2026
Thank you for supporting Third Person Basketball Court (TPBC)!We’re excited to share that TPBC has reached:■ 7,000+ Steam Wishlists ■ 5,000+ Copies SoldThis achievement would not have been possible without your support.TPBC is currently available in Early Access, and we are continuing to improve the game as we work toward the full release.Our upcoming priorities include:• Improving online stability • Enhancing matchmaking quality • Implementing a ranking system • Adding new long-term progression featuresTPBC is still evolving, but we remain committed to delivering a unique gaming experience that combines FPS mechanics with basketball.Thank you for being part of this journey, and we look forward to sharing more updates with you soon!— KUROKI-GAMING
- 【Ver1.0.021 Update】 - 1 June 2026
■ Changes • Added a confirmation dialog when canceling matchmaking to prevent accidental cancellations • Rebalanced character movement speeds to further emphasize character differences • Increased step-back movement distance • Adjusted stamina recovery (slower while moving, faster while standing still) • Fixed issues with overhand pass behavior • Adjusted the position of the shot gauge UI • Extended halftime duration and added a Tip-Off display • Added buzzer-beater support at the end of games We will continue improving online stability and overall game balance. Thank you for your continued support of TPBC!
- TPBC Update Ver1.0.020 - 29 May 2026
Thank you for playing TPBC! This update fixes an issue where friends would sometimes fail to spawn correctly in the lobby. The issue was caused by a problem in the member information retrieval process when joining a lobby. This process has been revised to ensure player information is shared correctly. Fixes Fixed an issue where friends would not spawn properly in the lobby We are continuing to improve the game's online features, with a particular focus on matchmaking and party functionality. Your feedback is helping us make TPBC better as we work toward the full release. Thank you for your continued support!
- TPBC JAPAN CUP Postponed - 18 April 2026
We regret to inform you that the TPBC JAPAN CUP, scheduled for April 18, 2026, has been postponed due to a technical issue encountered during the event.We have identified a problem where players joining from the lobby as the same team were not correctly assigned to the same team at the start of matches.Due to this issue, we determined that it was not possible to maintain a fair competitive environment, and therefore decided to postpone the tournament.We sincerely apologize to all participants and viewers for the inconvenience caused.We are currently investigating the issue and working on a fix. A new tournament date will be announced once the problem has been resolved.Thank you for your understanding and continued support of TPBC.
- 【Happening Today】TPBC JAPAN CUP! - 17 April 2026
The TPBC JAPAN CUP is finally happening today! Get ready for intense basketball action from 6 teams! Date & Time April 18, 2026 – 21:00 JSTLive StreamThe tournament will be streamed live on YouTube.Don’t miss it!※Tournament bracket, player info, and match schedule are available here ↓↓https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1q0ekgXyX2Hkx1hbzpH-zS-UcYq1rLk1l?usp=drive_link
- Tournament Stream & Registration Closed Announcement - 10 April 2026
Registration for the TPBC JAPAN CUP is now closed, as we have reached the limit of 6 teams.Thank you very much for all the entries!The tournament will take place on:📅 April 18, 2026 (Sat) 21:00 JSTWe will also be streaming the event live on YouTube:📺 Watch here:Be sure to tune in and enjoy the matches live!We are planning more tournaments and events in the future, so we hope to see you next time!Thank you for your continued support of TPBC!
- 🏀 TPBC JAPAN CUP Announced! - 4 April 2026
We’re excited to announce the first TPBC community tournament: “TPBC JAPAN CUP” ⚠️Due to network stability, this tournament is currently limited to players residing in Japan. We appreciate your understanding and support!📅 Date & Time April 18, 2026 (Sat) – 21:00 JST🏆 Format2v2Up to 6 teamsGroup stage → Final📺 Livestream The tournament will be streamed live on YouTube. The livestream URL will be announced soon.Get ready for TPBC’s first tournament🔥 Don’t miss the action!
- [Ver1.0.019 Update] - 3 April 2026
- Adjusted out-of-bounds logic after blocked shots - Updated arena signage for better visibility of attack direction
- 🎉 2,000 Players Reached! 🎉 - 3 April 2026
TPBC has now reached 2,000 players!Thank you so much to everyone who has played the game.Recently, more players and content creators from around the world have been discovering TPBC, and the community continues to grow.We will keep improving the game with updates, so we hope you continue to enjoy playing! Discord: 【http://discord.gg/8Zv5XYmdve】
- 【Ver1.0.018 Update】 - 3 April 2026
Version 1.0.018 has been released. ■ Changes & Fixes Fixed an issue where a line-out could occur incorrectly after a blocked shot Minor adjustments to steal behavior Thank you for playing TPBC!
- Ver 1.0.017 – 3v3 from Lobby Temporarily Disabled - 30 March 2026
We have identified an issue where matches may fail to start properly when using the 3v3 option from the lobby. While we are currently investigating and working on improvements, we have decided to temporarily disable 3v3 from the lobby to ensure overall stability. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The following modes are still available: 1v1 / 2v2 online matches 1v1 / 2v1 / 2v2 private matches We plan to reintroduce 3v3 once stability has been confirmed. Thank you for your continued support of TPBC.
- [Ver1.0.016] 3v3 Bug Fix Update - 29 March 2026
Version 1.0.016 is now live. We identified an issue with 3v3 in private matches, where the game would fail to properly transition into a match at the start. This issue has now been fixed in this update. Please note that the 3v3 feature is still under active development, and may not be fully stable in all situations. If you encounter any issues, we would greatly appreciate your feedback on Discord. We will continue improving the experience—thank you for your support!
- Update Ver1.0.015 is now live! - 29 March 2026
To improve accessibility and overall online experience, we’ve added: • 1v1 matchmaking Matches can now start more easily with fewer players, making online play faster and smoother. • Private matches expanded up to 3v3 from the lobby Enjoy more flexible matches with your friends. • Region selection added We had temporarily removed regional restrictions, but due to the increase in players worldwide, region restrictions are now enabled again. Selecting your region reduces latency for a smoother experience. Choosing “World” prioritizes faster matchmaking over latency. Player activity is currently increasing, making matchmaking easier than ever. Jump in and give it a try!
- 1,000 Players Reached! - 29 March 2026
TPBC has now reached over 1,000 players! Thank you all so much for your support!With more players joining, it’s now easier than ever to find matches.Jump in and give it a try!
- High-level gameplay from a skilled overseas player! - 28 March 2026
A highly skilled player from overseas has uploaded a TPBC gameplay video!The match showcases great aiming, timing, and mind games — it’s a great example of what high-level play looks like in TPBC.If you're curious about the game, definitely check it out!
- Update Notice Ver.1.0.014 - 28 March 2026
The Ver.1.0.014 update is now live. This update includes gameplay improvements and balance adjustments. ■ Key Changes Added out-of-bounds handling on the endline only Improved stepback moves Adjusted pass speed balance The addition of endline out-of-bounds handling improves the flow of matches. We’ve also enhanced stepback moves and adjusted pass speed to provide a smoother and more strategic gameplay experience. Give it a try and let us know what you think!
- Huge Streamer Played TPBC – Players Increasing! - 27 March 2026
A YouTuber with 8.4M subscribers just played TPBC! As a result, the number of players is increasing!Now is the best time to find matches. Jump in and try it out!
- TPBC has been featured by 4 major streamers! 🎉 - 22 March 2026
With a combined audience of over 2 million subscribers, they showcased exciting matches, funny reactions, and chaotic moments with friends!🎥 Watch the streamsYumi (1.66M subscribers) ElasticDroid (670K subscribers) Trippy (220K subscribers) Rectrixx (190K subscribers) You’ll see reactions like “What is this FPS-style basketball!?” and fun, unpredictable matches with friends!Thanks to these streams, more players are starting to join TPBC. If it looks fun, come join us on the court!We’d love to see you playing!
- Ver.1.0.013 is now live! - 22 March 2026
This update improves gameplay and expands customization options in private matches. 🔧 Update Details Added new settings to Private Matches: Match duration Restart after scoring 24-second violation Improved pass targeting at 120° field of view → Passing is now more accurate and responsive Default language set to English (Japanese is still available in settings) We’ll continue improving the game based on your feedback. Let us know what you think!
