- Patch 1.1.1258 - 13 September 2026
Change Log 1.1.1258:Fixed:- Save migration breaking loading in a certain case- New bookshelves not showing for clients in Multiplayer- Scanner not showing UI on first unboxing- Coffee cup crashes if thrown away- Certain achievements not triggering
- Update 1.1 - 12 September 2026
Hey everyone!Update 1.1 is now live! This update brings a huge expansion to the Steam Workshop capabilities, new legendary books, new bookcases, and more!Workshop Expansion:The workshop tool has been updated to allow the community to create new types of items! This expands the existing framework and now allows the following items to be created and uploaded:MangaBoard GamesMagazinesCandy (3 different types)BookmarksComicsTagging and filtering:The tool has also been updated to automatically tag items with their respective item types and genres where applicable to help users filter to what they're interested in. Unfortunately, existing workshop items will not be automatically updated unless updated through the tool so old items will not have their tags applied until updated. For those who have not checked out the workshop yet, you can check it out over here: https://steamcommunity.com/app/…
- Patch 1.0.1233 - 18 August 2026
Change Log 1.0.1230 Fixed: - Clients will now be rewarded achievements when connected to a host in Multiplayer - Issue with Location switching clearing certain data - Teleporter losing legendaries - Cable for hanging signs going through Cotswolds floor - Ambient sound switching to outside sounds when entering storage rooms - Additional protection added to prevent first customer spot queue issue - Series achievement granting should now work again - Instant Add UI button should no longer show up unexpectedly - Looking at a unique item will no longer lock it in store if not purchased - Fixed edge case that allowed unsupported boxes to be placed on racks they shouldn't be allowed on (Pastry boxes on normal racks, normal boxes on pastry racks) - Client inventory properly clears on switching locations - Box dispenser customizations fixed and NPCs will no longer walk through it - NPCs will no…
- Patch 1.0.1224 - 21 July 2026
Change log 1.0.1224:Fixed:- Stop board game material properly shows now - Door in Paris is now properly solid - Lyon pathing issues causing teleporting NPCs should be fixed - Magazine shelf should appear properly for multiplayer clients - Throwing away a paint can or floor tile will no longer cause any colored tiles/walls to get unloaded - Flyers handed out stat properly tracks between sessions
- 1.0 Update - 20 July 2026
Hey everyone!Update 1.0 is here! There's a lot packed into here with some rather large updates so let's just get started with the rundown.Multiplayer:Multiplayer has come to Bookshop Simulator! Up to 4 people can play in a game. Multiplayer works through Steam's normal multiplayer handling APIs so you can join games your friends are in through your Steam friend's list or invite others directly to join. Certain benchmarked things will change based on how many players are in the game to help keep things a little balanced (what levels employees unlock at and what level certain buildables like checkout counters become available). Certain features have also been added and/or reworked to help make sure players aren't bored with nothing to do.New Location - The Cotswolds, England:A new location is now available! The Cotswolds is a cozy area set with a snowy atmosphere. The shop itself features…
- 1.0 Release Date - 1 July 2026
Hello everyone!We're excited to announce that we are planning to release out of Early Access on July 20th! You can check out our teaser trailer here:What's coming:1.0 is coming with a few large things - up to 4 player multiplayer, the first new location, a new item type, and more!Multiplayer:As we mentioned in the last update, multiplayer is officially coming to Bookshop Simulator! Multiplayer will work through Steam's API, meaning you can join your friends with a simple invite or right click in your friend's list on Steam. Up to 4 players can join in on the fun together!New Location:We're introducing our first new location - The Cotswolds, England. This is a scenic location in a snowy atmosphere that features a new unique layout with a second story with open areas looking down on the first floor and a dedicated storage space in the back.New Item Type:Magazines are a new item type that…
- Update 0.13 - 9 June 2026
Hey everyone!Update 0.13 is now live! This update brings a bunch of new legendary books, updates to rare and used books, passive income changes, and more!New Legendary Books:Nine new legendary books have been added. All of these legendaries are sporting new power-ups for you to experiment with and combo together. These range from doubling store/player exp, more end of day triggered powers with special conditions, increased chances for getting rares and legendaries, and a more fun one that I won't spoil here.Used/Rare book updates:New used and rare books have been added to bring the full list up to date with all official books at the moment. Used books have also gotten a facelift. They will now use the normal book texture but will appear damaged. Used children's books will retain the old color based material for the moment, but may change in the future as well.Snapping improvements:Snapp…
- Patch 0.12.1130 - 14 May 2026
Change log 0.12.1130Added:- Added loading messages, especially for loading Steam Workshop items- Added check on registers for stuck queues when a player/employee takes overChanged:- Reduced file names for certain assets that may have been causing path too long issues for some usersFixed:- Large workshop items textures missing and turning white- Case allowing the game to be started before Steam Workshop items have finished loading- Rare case of customers being told to leave the store after queueing for a checkout counter causing register queues to get stuck
- Patch 0.12.1125 - 9 May 2026
Change log V0.12.1125:Fixed:- Resolves some lag issues caused by Steam Workshop books from the change in loading- Load times may also be slightly improved
- Update 0.12 - 7 May 2026
Hello everyone!Update 0.12 is now live! This update includes new customization options for lights and storefronts, some NPC tweaks/improvements, an empty box dispenser, an item teleporter, more memory optimizations, and more!Customizable Lights:Lights can now be customized with options for light color and intensity. Simply click on a lighting fixture you've placed with the customizable spray paint item and you will be given a choice of colors, intensity, and lamp colors. Yes, this means that there are now customizable options for the fixture as well as the light itself.Customizable Storefronts:The storefronts of Paris and Lyon are now able to be customized. Wall color, Pillar color, and Awning color are able to be changed. Item Teleporter:This can be used to take virtually anything you can pick up between stores. The teleporter can be found in the DepotMax app and is unlocked at Player…
- Patch 0.11.1090 - 15 April 2026
Change Log V0.11.1090 Fixed:- Certain settings should now properly persist- Geometry issue in Paris that may have caused rare crashes on load- Cafe pastries will sell properly when set to lower markups and chance for customers to want pastries increased - Reduced icon sizes that were unnecessarily large
- Update 0.11 - Custom Books - 8 April 2026
Hello everyone!Update 0.11 is now live! This update brings Custom Books!Custom Books:Custom books can be made at the new Book Workshop. The Book Workshop is unlocked at Player Level 25 and can be found in the Hardware App. The Book Workshop has three main features: Normal books, Special books, and Recycling.Upon interacting with the Book Workshop, you will be able to choose whether to create a new normal book or a new special book. You may also edit any existing custom books you've already created by selecting them in the shelves of the Book Workshop when in the Book Workshop.Normal Books:Normal custom books are just like standard books in the game. Normal books will allow you to choose from a selection of covers, font types, font layouts for title and author, and font colors. Once you have created a normal book, you will need to buy its license in the Book App. Special Books:Special bo…
- Patch 0.10.1050 - 21 March 2026
Hello everyone,We've got a few minor fixes and improvements that we didn't want to hold until the next larger update for workshop related items. Due to the popularity of the workshop and a lot of people wanting to bring a lot of workshop items into existing saves, we've decided to do a quick re-balance on license grants. Up until Player Level 49, licenses will work exactly as they have before - 3 starting licenses at level 1 and an additional license every level until 49. At level 50, you will now receive 2 licenses per level. This is retroactive and will be applied to all players at or above level 50 so if you are above level 50, you will have more licenses available on starting your save. Short changelog of the full changes is below:Change Log V0.10.1050:Changed:- Changed license grants - Player level 50 and up will now grant 2 licenses rather than 1Fixed:- Box label icons will now be…
- Hotfix 0.10.1046 - 18 March 2026
Change Log V0.10.1046Fixed:- Recommended items will ring up at set price now rather than market price- Stocking Helper Outlines not showing up for some users- Modded childrens books showing 0 price in UI- Modded icons being too small on box labels- Modded books not counting against licenses and tutorial
- Bookshop Simulator Bundle with Retro Rewind - 17 March 2026
Hey Shopkeepers! Thanks for playing and we appreciate the 80+ custom books up on the workshop already! We are happy to announce we are bundling with Retro Rewind for a discount on both games. We really enjoyed their demo and are very excited to bundle with another high quality game by an indie team. Check out the bundle here:Retro Rewind + Bookshop Simulator bundle
- Update 0.10 - Workshop Support - 13 March 2026
Hello everyone!Update 0.10 is now live! This update brings Workshop modding support! Workshop Support:For now, this is limited to normal books and children's books but has been built in a way that we can open it up to other item types (candy, manga, board games, etc.) in the future. We've put up an example workshop item for those that want to immediately try it out!To do so, simply visit the Workshop area here (https://steamcommunity.com/app/3467040/workshop/). Anything that looks interesting to you on the Workshop can be subscribed to which will cause Steam to download it for you, ready for the next time you play. Once you're in the game, anything you've subscribed to and downloaded will be automatically loaded into the game and will be ready for purchase just like any other license or item. Modded items will appear at the bottom of the list as they're loaded after the in-built data so…
- Hotfix 0.9.1025 - 13 February 2026
Changed:- Changed rotations on cafe counter variations 2 and 3. Placed corner counters of those will need picked up and rotated, other cafe furniture shouldn't need re-placed.- Balanced cafe furniture pricesFixed:- Incorrect material texture for certain counter 2 variations- Cafe achievements should all now trigger properly
- Update 0.9 - 12 February 2026
Hello everyone!Update 0.9 is now live! This update brings the second part of the cafe update including employees, new variations for the cafe furniture, achievements, quality of life improvements, bug fixes, and more! A full change log is at the end.Cafe Employees:Cafe employees are here! The cafe employees work slightly different from normal employees as they're exclusive to the cafe. You can find them in the Cafe app under the new Employees tab. They will work the cash register for the cafe for you, including pouring coffee and fetching pastries from display cases.New cafe furniture:A couple of counter variations have been added to the cafe to help customize your cafe look better. In addition to the standard variation from Part 1, two more have been added with matching furniture for coffee machines and display cases.A coffee holder has also been put in to help store coffee in between…
- Update v0.8 - 22 January 2026
Hello everyone!We hope you all had a good holiday break and are ready for the new year! The team is back from the two week holiday break and we've been hard at work on the second part of the cafe update. We didn't want to have you guys wait too long for an update though, so we've gathered together a smaller update to tide you over. Update v0.8 includes new books, Portuguese language support, performance upgrades, and some Quality of Life and bug fixes as usual. A full change log is at the end of this update.New books:Seven new books have been added and will be ready for you to unlock.Portuguese (Brazilian) language support:We've had a few people requesting Portuguese language support and we've gone through and added Portuguese translations! If you'd like to switch your language, there is a reset language button in the Settings menu that will have the language choice popup on the next re…
- Hotfix v0.7.947 - 25 December 2025
Added:- Added missing customization for coffee machine counterFixed: - Fixed issue with customers not leaving cafe queue properly rarely- Added additional protections against stuck customers
