Oil Refinery - The Simulation Steam news

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• SteamPulse tracked peak3
• Units sold (VGI)No data available
• Revenue (VGI)No data available
• Review score39% positive
• Total reviews18
• Release dateMay 7, 2025
• DeveloperPolygon Art
• PublisherPolygon Art Publishing

Genres: Indie, Simulation

Company pages: Developer: Polygon ArtPublisher: Polygon Art Publishing

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Oil Refinery - The Simulation Steam news

Oil Refinery - The Simulation news collects recent Steam feed items, update posts, and announcements that SteamPulse can associate with this app.

Latest Steam announcements

• Community Update – Feedback & Roadmap Plans - 18 July 2025

  Hello everyone,It has been a little over a month since we released Update 3 for Oil Refinery: The Simulation. While sales and direct feedback via email, Discord, and Steam discussions have been overwhelmingly positive, we’ve noticed a significant mismatch with the current Steam reviews, which have dropped significantly.We want to address this directly:Tutorial FeedbackSome reviews mention a lack of tutorial, which surprises us because the game already includes an extended tutorial to explain the refinery’s systems and mechanics. If you have suggestions on how we can make it clearer or more helpful, please let us know - we are listening.Gameplay ApproachWe understand that Oil Refinery: The Simulation offers a more realistic and technical experience, which might feel less “casual” or “entertaining” compared to other simulators. This is intentional, as we aimed to deliver a game focused on…

• Hotfix #03 - 18 July 2025

  fixed issue where tutorial might not show all icons improved performance on lower end systems

• Update 3 - New Vehicle Physics + Harbor Location - 23 June 2025

  We’ve just released Update 3 for Oil Refinery: The Simulation, bringing two major additions to the game:🚛 New Vehicle with Improved Physics A new, smaller transport vehicle has been added, featuring completely reworked driving physics for smoother and more predictable handling. Existing vehicles still use the original system - this allows you to compare both and let us know which version you prefer. Your feedback will help shape the future of all vehicle handling in the game.⚓ New Harbor Location We've expanded the game world with a brand-new Harbor area! Some delivery destinations have been relocated there to integrate this new location into your workflow. Expect the Harbor to become even more important in future updates.💰 Looking Ahead: Update 4 – Market Forces Next up, we’ll be focusing on the economy system. Update 4 will introduce dynamic pricing and more player choice, making lo…

• Update 2 - Tablet and new Mission Structure - 20 May 2025

  Added new Tablet Added Option to start and stop the plant. Added the option to select specific contracts and removed random production events Improved plant geometry around corners Updated curb collision for vehicles Updated Product Color Added new Reward Structure Updated UI Thank you for your continued support, and stay tuned for the upcoming update!

• Post-Release Roadmap - 15 May 2025

  We’re committed to expanding Oil Refinery - The Simulation with meaningful updates that improve gameplay and offer new content. Below is an overview of what’s coming next. This roadmap reflects our current plans and proposals - but everything is subject to change based on your feedback, technical feasibility, and how the game is received over time. Your input will help shape the direction of future development. Thank you for your continued support, and stay tuned for the upcoming update!

• Hotfix #02 - 12 May 2025

  fixed minor crashing issues improved progress save logic

• Update 1.2.0 – New Tutorial Available Now! - 8 May 2025

  We’ve just released Update 1.2.0, featuring a brand-new tutorial for Oil Refinery – The Simulation! The tutorial now starts automatically the next time you launch the game and must be completed once. After that, you can replay it anytime from the main menu. This update is based entirely on your feedback - thank you! Now we want to hear more: How do you like the new tutorial? What would you like to see added or improved in the next update? Let us know in the comments!

• Improved Tutorial Coming Soon! - 8 May 2025

  We’ve been listening to your feedback and agree — getting started in Oil Refinery – The Simulation should be more intuitive. We're currently working on a completely revised tutorial that will guide new players step-by-step through the refining process, machinery use, and delivery system. Thank you for your continued support, and stay tuned for the upcoming update!

• Oil Refinery – The Simulation is Now Available! - 7 May 2025

  Release Announcement – Oil Refinery – The Simulation is Now Available! The wait is over! Oil Refinery – The Simulation is now available on all platforms. Step into the role of refinery manager and take control of every aspect of fuel production — from crude oil intake to delivering refined products like gasoline, diesel, and liquefied petroleum gas. Manage industrial systems, optimize settings, respond to critical failures, and master the balance between efficiency, safety, and profitability. With a focus on realism and accessibility, the game offers a deep yet streamlined simulation of one of the world’s most complex industries. We’re incredibly excited to share this experience with you — but we’re just getting started. Your feedback is essential. Let us know what features, improvements, or content you'd like to see in future updates. Join the conversation and help shape the future of…

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