- Patch Notes - 04/10/2026 (1.3.4.4186) - 10 April 2026
Fixes & ImprovementsBug FixesFixed being unable to fire a bartenderFixed alcohol quality progression sometimes not registering correctly, leading to distillers not crafting the best possible qualityFixed distillers being unable to refill the alembic with woodThank you for all your feedback, it genuinely helps us improve the game. Keep it coming!
- Patch Notes - 04/02/2026 (1.3.3.4168) - 2 April 2026
Fixes & ImprovementsBug FixesFixed being unable to build on some parts the north facing wall and ceiling tiles of the bar due to invisible collisionsFixed incorrect notifications stating that the distiller is missing inventory spaceFixed a rare issue where a full delivery chest may still be invisible to the player upon loading a save game, preventing the player to place a new order for the CourierThank you for all your feedback, it genuinely helps us improve the game. Keep it coming!
- Patch Notes - 03/28/2026 (1.3.2.4156) - 28 March 2026
Fixes & ImprovementsBug FixesFixed being unable to interact with the mash table if it still had mash in it after the Distiller interacted with it.The bartenders should correctly go to their bartending spot when assigned to a bar.ImprovementsThe NPCs should no longer create disproportionate queues at one specific bar and should spread more evenly across the available bars.Slight performance improvements can be observed on lower CPU count configurations.Thank you for all your feedback, it genuinely helps us improve the game. Keep it coming!
- Patch Notes - 03/20/2026 (1.3.1.4129) - 20 March 2026
Fixes & ImprovementsWe have seen a lot of players (especially the ones using an AMD processor), reporting performance issues with the latest build. Following fixes have greatly improved (earning 30 fps in Ultra) performances on our computer setup.Bug FixesFixed multiple issues with NPCs hair (women hair quality set to the same as men + remove simulation when not needed)Undocumented Fixes (02/19)Fixed an issue causing bad performances due to street signs (text are only visible when getting close to a sign)Thanks again for all your feedback, it genuinely helps us make the game better. Keep it coming!
- NPC Update : Women, Distillers & More! - 03/18/2026 (1.3.0.4101) - 18 March 2026
Patch 1.3.0 is Here!We’re excited to release Patch 1.3.0 for Speakeasy Simulator, adding new characters, gameplay depth, and more ways to manage your speakeasy efficiently!New Characters & StaffWomen characters addedMake your speakeasy feel more lively and diverse.Third barman addedServe more guests and keep the drinks flowing.Three new distillersUnlocked based on your Mafia Standing (3 -> 22 -> 52).Distillers can be recruited at the Mafia Office like your bartenders.They perform the same tasks you would when crafting alcohol, freeing you to focus on other aspects of running your bar.Gameplay & Progression ImprovementsLegendary qualities for alcohols and cocktail ingredientsCreate rare drinks that impress your guests and mafia contacts.Mafia Missions rewards now scale with the quality of alcohol you deliverBetter drinks, bigger payouts.Mafia Standing panel addedTrack your reputation and…
- Patch Notes - 02/20/2026 (1.2.1.3850) - 20 February 2026
Fixes & ImprovementsBug FixesFixed stuttering when closing the Daily Summary screen.Optimized sun position calculations for better performance.Fixed incorrect bar status when loading a save at maximum decoration level.Fixed “Moonshine” name localization across all languages.Fixed double-click not working when interacting with the Mafia mission car.Undocumented Fixes (02/17)Fixed an issue where some ingredients could no longer be added to cocktail shakers.Fixed invisible delivery chests when loading a save that contained items inside them.Thanks again for all your feedback, it genuinely helps us make the game better. Keep it coming!
- Content Update – New Alcohol, Mafia Missions & More! - 02/17/2026 (1.2.0.3807) - 17 February 2026
Content Update – New Alcohols, Mafia Missions & More!The cellar just got deeper... and the Mafia just got more demanding.This update brings new alcohol types, new cocktails, new decoration options, and a brand-new gameplay twist with Mafia Missions, plus several quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes.Let’s dive in.New Alcohol TypesYour distillery just leveled up.We’re introducing three new alcohols, each with their own production chain and cocktail potential:Moonshine: Distilled from CornSaké: Distilled from RiceTequila: Distilled from AgaveEach one expands your production possibilities and opens the door to new cocktail recipes.3 New ingredients, 7 New CocktailsWith new alcohol comes new business.We’ve added 3 new cocktails ingredients : PineappleSodaGingerThis translates to 7 brand-new cocktails for your customers to enjoy.Some of these recipes are built around the newly introduce…
- Patch Notes - 02/02/2026 (1.1.2.3269) - 2 February 2026
Fixes & ImprovementsBarman ImprovementsBartenders no longer mess up the organization of shelves and chestsBartenders now use proper pathfinding to determine the closest storagefixes cases where they would go upstairs despite ingredients being available in the bar roomImproved UI feedback when a bartender cannot be assigned to a bar due to insufficient fundsUI & General FixesEmbellishment prices are now displayed correctly when using the Decorator ToolkitAdded a UI notification when the game is being savedFixed pathing issues with clients transitioning from the queue to the barVarious UI fixes and polishFixed several localization issuesThanks for all your feedback! Keep it coming, it really helps us make the game better!
- Bartender update - Patch Notes - 01/30/2026 (1.1.0.3496) - 30 January 2026
A New Face Behind the Bar, and a Smoother Night OverallThis is our first content update, and we wanted it to feel meaningful.The Bartender Update introduces a brand-new recruitable bartender, more immersion in how customers behave, quality-of-life improvements, and a big batch of technical and UI fixes based directly on your feedback.This patch is all about making each night behind the bar feel more alive, more personal and smoother to run, no matter your setup.New ContentRecruitable bartender added Hire extra help and keep things running when the night gets busyGameplay & ImmersionCustomers no longer always ask for 10cl. Requested amounts now vary depending on their mood, thirst, and how their day started. (Cocktails are still always 10cl)Customers will no longer order cocktails if you haven’t unlocked the required ingredients yetCustomers are less likely to always sit in the same plac…
- Patch Notes - 01/23/2026 (1.0.2.3269) - 23 January 2026
Someone pointed out yesterday that the Polish language had an issue in-game, with some special characters missing. We also noticed that shakers couldn’t be sold to any shop in town.To address these problems quickly, especially the Polish localization, we decided to release a small fix patch ahead of the upcoming content update. Fixes and improvements:Fixed missing special characters in the Polish fontShakers can now be sold at the General Store (finally)Unhappy clients will once again lower your satisfaction ratingPickup time for already placed decorations reduced by 30%Shakers can now only be placed on bar counters to prevent unexpected placement issuesThanks for all your feedback! Keep it coming, it really helps us make the game better!
- Patch Notes - 01/20/2026 (1.0.1.3190) - 20 January 2026
Fixes and improvements:Add 5 new plants in decoration shopReduce prices for room space upgradesAdd notification when a player is trying to add ingredients to a shaker without a locked recipeAdd notification when a player is trying to apply the same floor/wall/ceiling paint againFix satisfaction gains of 0 when the bar is well decorated (late game)Fix table decorations preventing customers to sit properlyPrevent players to place chairs too close to table, leading to customers not able to sit properlyFix localization issuesFix UI issues in courier windowFix some issues which may lead to customers not placing their glass on the bar counterWe are working on a content update that should come soon. Stay tuned!
- The doors are open: Speakeasy Simulator is officially released! - 15 January 2026
Hey everyone,Today’s a big day for us: our speakeasy management game is finally released on Steam. No early access tag, no “almost there”, no more excuses. It’s out.This project started as a small idea and slowly grew through prototypes, playtests, rewrites, broken builds, and last-minute fixes. Getting it to this point honestly wouldn’t have been possible without the people who played it early.Thank You!A huge thank you to everyone who joined the playtests, sent feedback, reported bugs, or simply told us how the game felt.You helped us:Track down bugs we were blind toRework systems that weren’t fun yetPolish balance, pacing, and clarityTurn a rough concept into a finished gameIf the game feels solid today, it’s because a lot of you took the time to help us improve it.About the GameIf you’re new here: this is a game about running a speakeasy during Prohibition.You’ll build and decorate…
- Day One Patch - 01/15/2026 (1.0.0.3122) - 15 January 2026
Fixes and improvements:New achievements addedCustomers should not order advanced cocktails before the cocktail quest is completedFix UI visual bugsFix intro cameraProhibition just kicked in. Your speakeasy is now operational. If anyone asks, we were never here.
- Beta patch 3 - 01/14/2026 (0.7.0.3092) - 15 January 2026
Fixes and improvements:A courrier is now standing in the cigar shop. You can interact with him to order a delivery from a speicific shop. Up to 4 items can be selected from that shopWorkstations (Mash table and Alembic) have now dynamic processing time based on the number of ingredients they are processingStars have been added above item icons to know their impact on the attractivity rating of your speakeasyLarge crates are now available in furniture shop for $400. They can handle up to 16 items and are unlocked at level 16New achievements addedBalance cocktail pricesImprove bar 3D model to integrate stools on the customer sideRewards coming from leveling up have been rebalancedLanguage is no longer reset when entering the settingsAudio mixing (i.e. shaker and throw potato sounds, music fade out, etc...)Fix non stacking lemonsWe hope you will have a good time testing this build ! Nothin…
- Beta patch 2 - 01/12/2026 (0.6.0.2991) - 13 January 2026
Fixes and improvements:Rework a bit quests to improve the onboarding experienceMash table now cooks everything at once, no longer leaving leftovers in buckets !It's no longer possible to mix different alcohol qualities in bottlesShop are now usable in russianWorkstations are now reloading correctly after loading a saveBalance cocktails and alcohol pricesBalance prices for room space upgradesFailing to serve a customer now makes you lose a bit of satisfactionAll wall paints are now less shinyYou can now unequip your current item by selecting an empty slotFix visual artefacts in main menu in some graphics qualityFix pickup binding staying forever on screenKnown issues (will be fixed before release):Some cocktails prices are lower than their respective alcoholsMore to come before launch !
- Beta patch 1 - 01/09/2026 (0.6.0.2904) - 10 January 2026
Satisfaction gains now follow a curve instead of flat valuesRefine clients bar times and thirst to have a better progression feeling while decoration improvesTweak graphics settings and lighting across all graphics quality presets (still Work In Progress)Cocktails are less expensiveBalance cocktail demands from clientsOptimize NPCs (better perf in all graphics quality)Alcohol and cocktail quality now have an impact on the price paid by clientsAdded DX11 support for older graphics cardsAdd outfits variation for all NPCsAdd footsteps sound effectsIncrease a bit mash table costFix being able to construct embellishments without moneyMore to come next week !
- Demo on Nov. 1st - 30 October 2025
Demo availabe November 1st We are happy to announce that we were invited to participate to the 2025 Shop Keepers Fest which will last from November 1st to November 15th. So we wondered, why don't we take a bit of time to create a playable demo for you guys and gals to enjoy during that event?Starting on November 1st, you will be able to download and play the Speakeasy Simulator Demo. It should take you around 30 minutes to complete and it will feature the start of your adventure with the tutorial quests, the crafting of Vodka (and even Whiskey if you manage to level up a bit more), the basics of your bar decoration and of course, serving patrons.Speakeasy Simulator is our baby, a simulation game crafted with passion (and very few resources) by two developers in their basement. The game takes place during the Prohibition era in a fictional American city. Your goal will be to create your…
