- Draw Your Own Tattoos - 10 September 2026
Greetings, Tattoo Artists,This new system we've developed together with your support is going to make both you and us very happy. Your thousands of support are what give us this strength.Today we come with some very special news. With this new update, your own custom tattoo designs will now be fully part of the game. As you can see in the in-game visual below, we've created some designs ourselves. But it will be far more rewarding to see what you all can come up with.Custom Tattoo DrawingPull out the tattoo book and create whatever tattoo you want. Now your customers will also be curious about your tattoos and the designs made especially for you.You'll be able to draw as many tattoos as you like and offer them to your customers. At the same time, there may be customers who get the tattoo, don't like it, and come back again.There may also be customers who want to get these tattoos remove…
- Attention! - Inspection Time! - 29 August 2026
Greetings Tattoo Artists,The municipality sends its inspectors to our shops at random times and checks the work we do. They can be ruthless, so we need to be careful. They check everything they want in the shop.Municipal InspectorShows up at the player's shop at random timesChecks the cleanliness of the shopChecks the air conditioning and electrical systemChecks how many customer complaints the player has received at that shopIssues a fine if they detect improper conditions in the player's shopThe municipal inspector is a tough person. There's no escaping them. We can still try to run, though. Sweep everything under the rug before they arrive, friends... Tattoo Shop Simulator will be released on September 23, 2026. Mark your calendars and stay tuned. Many new updates are on the way... Don't forget to add it to your wishlist!DISCORD INSTAGRAM X
- Dynamic City Events - 2 - 15 August 2026
Greetings Tattoo Artists,We are back with the continuation of the city events news. Naturally, the dynamic events never end—plenty more are waiting for you. Thanks to your feedback, we have developed brand-new dynamic city events. Your support was key in bringing all of these to life.The dynamic events in Tattoo Shop Simulator's city are now much bigger and further enhanced.There are now also plenty of random negative events that can occur in the city. These negative events can cause difficulties in various parts of the city as well as in your business. You will be able to observe them directly in-game, and they will directly impact your work.STREET REPAIRSThe municipality will occasionally close down certain streets as city repairs begin. These works will affect everyone.PROTESTSFrom time to time, citizens take to the streets to protest the municipality and its policies. Business will…
- Dynamic City Events - 6 August 2026
Greetings Tattoo Artists,We're back with a major update, and we're super excited to share this news with you. Thanks to your feedback, we've developed a brand-new set of dynamic city events. Your feedbacks was instrumental in creating all of them.Tattoo Shop Simulator dynamic events in the city are now much bigger and further improved.There are now plenty of random events that can happen in the city. These will be directly observable in-game and will directly impact your business.We will be sharing this news in two parts...MOTORCYCLE FESTIVALMotorcycle festivals will take place at random times in the city, bringing far more bikers to visit us.You can probably already smell the leather and hear the roar of a V8 engine.STRAY ANIMALS EVENTFrom time to time, citizens will partner with the local municipality to organize events dedicated to feeding and caring for stray animals in the city.TOU…
- Personal Phone & Shop Signs - 28 July 2026
Greetings Tattoo Artists,Today, we are here with a new update.What's New on the Personal PhoneIt currently features 5 different applications."Stock Up" App: You can now order items to your current studio by paying a delivery fee and manage your shop's stock more quickly using the transportation system."VIP Club" App: Customers with a VIP membership can order custom designs from you. It allows you to meet VIP clients in the city and offer them new services."ADS" App: You can now place advertisements in the city. There are different types of ads that work dynamically based entirely on your shop, allowing you to run campaigns like street promoters and billboard ads."Messages" App: An application where we can text our friends. Through messaging here, we will explore our character's background stories and new friendships. The story culminates in outcomes shaped by the player's choices.Shop S…
- Tattoo Shop Simulator Release Date Announcement - 20 July 2026
Greetings Tattoo Artists,Today, we are here with fantastic news. The wait is finally nearing its end. The release date for Tattoo Shop Simulator has been officially confirmed!📅 When is the Big Day?Tattoo Shop Simulator will be released on \. As of this date, the full version will be available for you to enjoy.Support Us and Add to Your Wishlist!We want to thank our entire community for the support you have given us throughout this journey. We reached this point thanks to your feedback, ideas, and belief in us. To make sure you don't miss the launch and to stay updated on release day discounts and news, don't forget to add us to your Wishlist on Steam! You are also invited to join our official Discord server to catch the latest whispers from the development team and meet fellow tattoo artists.Development is continuing at full speed. We will see you again very soon with more updates!DISC…
- Work in Progress - 2 - 12 July 2026
Let's break our silence with some great news...We map out many paths based on the feedback we receive from you, and we work incredibly hard on them. ❤️Your support means a lot to us. We have evaluated every single piece of feedback, and the new tattoo mini-games are nearly finished. Here is a breakdown of the key features currently under development that we want to prioritize:In-game tattooing mechanics;A total of 6 new tattooing mechanics have been added.We have also made these features accessible through the skill tree.The new tattooing mechanics will also vary depending on the levels of the tattoos.Personal Phone is being added to the gameA phone feature containing various applications is on the way.Unlocked after reaching a certain progression point, the phone will bring many features, including ordering supplies.We will also take special orders from our VIP customers via the "VIP C…
- Customizations and Emotion Update - 14 June 2026
Hello Tattoo Artists,We are ready for Steam Next Fest with the new updates. Don't worry, more is on the way. We would like to thank our thousands of players very much for the interest and support they have shown us so far.Decoration CustomizationThe decorator now also sells special decoration paintsShop paints have been moved to the decoratorPaints are now sold by quantity (A maximum of 5 units of each paint can be purchased)Emotion UpdateNPCs now express themselves with facial expressionsThey now show their emotions in reaction to different situationsNew DecorationsNew gold-plated statuesNew customer chairsNew tattoo chairNew decorative flowersOther ImprovementsEconomy balance updatedImproved vehicle AI (Vehicles now behave smarter)New hairstyles for female NPCsNew beard/mustache variations added for male NPCsMain character dialogue subtitles now follow the player's pace with a "click…
- Keybinding Support Added - 26 May 2026
Hello Tattoo Artists,We have added key customization support so you can play the game comfortably in your own style!What's new in this update: ⌨️🎮Keyboard and Mouse Freedom: You can rebind the controls according to your playstyle.Controller (Gamepad) Customization: Those who prefer playing with a gamepad can now change their keybindings as they wish.You can adjust your key layout immediately according to your habits via the Settings > Controls menu in the game.Note: The key icons in the game are displayed based on the US Layout.DISCORD INSTAGRAM X
- Demo is Live! - 19 May 2026
Dear Tattoo Artists! A huge thank you to the thousands of players who joined the Tattoo Shop Simulator playtest. We're continuing to improve the game based on your feedback. Thank you so much for your patience and support during development. ❤️We’re super excited to announce that our demo is officially live and playable starting today... 🥳Jump right in and start tattooing, removing tattoos, and doing piercings. Your clients are waiting for you... Be sure to let us know what you think. Your feedback is always incredibly valuable to us.DISCORD INSTAGRAM X
- Work in Progress - 1 - 11 May 2026
As our playtest continues, we first want to thank the thousands of players who have participated. ❤️We are listening closely to all your ideas and feedback. A huge thank you to everyone who participated in the surveys, supported us with videos, and shared their thoughts on our Discord and Steam community pages.Your feedback helps us shape our roadmap, and we are working hard on bringing these ideas to life.Here is a breakdown of the priority features currently in development:Updating NPC AppearancesFemale NPCs can now randomly have makeup.Male NPCs can now have a more masculine look and muscular body types.NPCs will also feature various body types, such as being overweight or slim.New Tattoo Mechanics Are ComingThe new tattoo mechanics will vary depending on the level of the tattoos.Thanks to your comments, we are making the existing mechanics more user-friendly.In addition to the curre…
- Join the Playtest! - 21 April 2026
Dear Tattoo ArtistsThank you so much for your patience and support during the development of Tattoo Shop Simulator ❤️Your interest and support for the game are deeply appreciated. Your immense enthusiasm gives us an incredible source of motivation to take the game even further.For this first playtest, the game is available in 29 languages. We have done our absolute best to ensure you can experience the game in your native language.The primary goal of these tests is to perfect the core mechanics and the overall flow of the game. You will find a survey link within the game where you can submit your feedback. Every single opinion you share is incredibly valuable to us!DISCORD INSTAGRAM X
- Controller Support - 25 March 2026
Hey Tattoo Artists! 🎨We have great news for those of you who are getting tired of the keyboard and mouse while managing your tattoo shops, taking care of customers, and creating those amazing tattoos.Tattoo Shop Simulator now features full controller support! 🎮Full Integration: From menu navigation and shop management to cleaning and the tattoo-making process, you can now play every aspect of the game smoothly with your controller.Optimized Interface: Button mappings have been custom-tailored specifically for controller use, and UI improvements have been made to ensure a seamless experience.We are continuing to improve our game and grow alongside your feedback. Don't forget to share your thoughts, any bugs you might encounter, and your suggestions regarding the new controller support. Your ideas are incredibly valuable to us!DISCORD INSTAGRAM X
- New Updates - 1 - 22 February 2026
Are you ready to breathe new life into your shop? The brand-new "Tattoo Removal" mechanic has been added to the game! Brand-new customers looking to get rid of their tattoos are waiting for you...Alongside these updates, we have also made improvements to the User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX).Tattoo Removal MechanicJust providing tattoo and piercing services isn't enough; sometimes you also need to fix past mistakes! With the new Tattoo Removal mechanic, we are adding a completely different dynamic and a brand-new challenge level for you tattoo artists.Laser Devices: New devices have been added to the vendor. Carefully remove unwanted tattoos from the skin using the new laser device.Precision Matters: You must be careful while using the laser device. If you cause the customer too much pain or over-treat the same area, your customers might get angry with you. Keep the "pain lev…
- PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT - 10 February 2026
Greetings Tattoo Artists,As Old Stuff Studio, today we are turning a very important corner with our game Tattoo Shop Simulator, which we have been passionately developing as a team of two. We are here to both announce our publishing partner and invite you to be a part of this world.🤝 We Joined Forces with RockGame!To take our game to the next level, we are proud to announce that we have signed a publishing agreement with RockGame, an experienced name in the world of simulation games!What Awaits You in Tattoo Shop Simulator?You won't be just an ordinary shopkeeper. Here are some of the features you will encounter as you transform from that small shop you rented with your last penny into the city's biggest brand:💉 Tattoo and Piercing Art: Listen to customers' requests, provide service among 400 tattoo options, and also try to do the right piercings.🏍️ Freedom and Exploration: Don't get…
