- Devlog #5: Expanding the Horizon, Cryptic Intel & High-Stakes Consequences - 1 September 2026
Greetings, Border Officers! Shift dynamics in Narco Check are shifting. With Devlog 5, we are breaking the standard desk routine, moving away from simple binary decisions, and giving you interactive tools to handle high-stakes air cargo, underground codes, and citywide fallout.What you'll face on your next shift: Labor Camp Operations & Stepped Failures 🧱 Your actions directly influence enforcement outcomes, while mistakes build over time rather than causing instantaneous failure. Prisoner Transfer Management: Oversee the direct transfer of detained individuals to labor camps, turning daily DINA quotas into visible outcomes. Stepped Heat Mechanics: Mistakes trigger progressive escalation, moving from formal warnings to supervisor audits and financial penalties before resulting in a full run failure. Cartel Cipher & Advanced Encryption 🧩 Timed Cipher Solving: Break encoded Cartel trans…
- Devlog #4: The Pressure Builds at the Station - 6 June 2026
Greetings, Border Officers! We've been working hard to turn Narco Check into a living, breathing world where your daily choices actually echo into the next day. This month, we focused entirely on expanding your station bringing you new areas to explore, new faces to read, and much higher stakes to juggle.Here is a quick, clean breakdown of what you'll be dealing with in Devlog 4: 🛩️ Stepping Away From the Desk: Aircraft & Cargo You're not just staring at passports anymore. Planes will now land right on your runway, forcing you to step out, review manifests, and search cargo crates yourself. Trust your eyes: We added a Blue Light (UV) mechanic. Hidden contraband markings won't just pop up with a generic warning; you’ll have to spot the anomalies yourself. Choose wisely: Tools like your crowbar and axe now have very specific purposes, so grabbing the right gear is part of the challenge.…
- Devlog #3: The Price of Law and Disorder - 1 May 2026
Greetings, Border Officers!The jungle is getting restless, and so are the people crossing your border. We’ve been heads-down in development, focusing on the core of the Narco Check experience: the consequences of your actions and how smoothly you navigate them.Whether you’re a saint with a badge or a kingpin in the making, these new systems are going to test your limits. 🔒 The Jail: A Living SystemThe jail isn't just a visual prop anymore; it’s now a fully functional part of your station.Persistent Prisoners: Every smuggler or suspicious traveler you lock up is logged and kept in their cell for multiple days.Morning Roll Call: When you clock in the next morning, the people you arrested yesterday will still be there, reminding you of the choices you made during your previous shift. 👮 Security DetailYou’re an officer, not a bouncer. To keep the gameplay flow fast and focused on the pape…
- Narco Check Demo - New Update & Hotfix #2 v.0.35.39 - 3 March 2026
Hello Officers!We’ve just deployed a fresh update to refine the border experience. This patch focuses on bringing more life to the world while squashing the bugs you've reported. Here is what’s new: 🚕 New Systems: Living WorldVehicle Traffic System: A newly implemented traffic system is now live. We have verified vehicle spawning, pathfinding, and visual quality for a more active environment. Walking NPCs: New pedestrians have been added to the world. Their animations and pathing have been tuned to ensure they navigate the environment smoothly without getting stuck. 🔴 Fixes & ImprovementsNPC Closing Logic: Ambient NPCs now immediately stand up and leave their seats the moment the airport is closed no more waiting around.Smart Action Cancellation: NPCs walking toward a seat when the airport closes will now successfully cancel that action and immediately pick an exit activity.Persistent…
- Narco Check Demo - Hotfix 🔥🔥 - 1 March 2026
Hello Officers!We’ve just pushed a quick hotfix to address some immediate issues and polish the experience after our latest update. Thank you for the rapid feedback!🔧 What’s Fixed?• Fixed NPCs getting stuck in empty vending machine queues.• Contraband items detected by the Microwave Analyzer now neatly stack on the output tray instead of piling on top of each other.• Fixed settings sliders reverting to default values after saving, and matched desk camera sensitivity to match normal gameplay.• Fixed an issue where the Storage Room door could not be opened after completing the preparation quest.• Microwave no longer mutes items sound now plays when the door is open.• Cleaning floor stains now rewards XP.• Some footstep sounds have been corrected.Back to work, Officers! ✈️ Don't forget to wishlist Narco Check if you're enjoying the demo! Join Our Discord!
- Narco Check Demo - New Update #1 v.0.35.39 - 1 March 2026
Hello Officers!We’ve just deployed a fresh update to make your shifts more interactive and your environment more immersive. From blowing off steam with a quick game of darts to fine-tuning your workspace atmosphere, here is what’s new: 🛠 Narco Check — Patch Notes 🎯 New Activity: DartboardFeeling the pressure of the job? Take a break and test your aim.Earn & Relax: Throw darts to earn score, relieve stress, and make some extra cash.Pro Tip: Land a bullseye from across the room for special bonus rewards!📻 Interactive 3D RadioWe’ve added a physical 3D radio to your environment to keep the rhythm going during your shift.Physical Controls: Toggle it on/off with \.Manual Tuning: Use the scroll wheel on the physical knobs to change stations and adjust the volume. 👣 Dynamic Footstep SystemThe ground beneath your feet now sounds as real as it looks. We’ve implemented a surface-based system u…
- Narco Check Demo - 🌟 Lighting Improvements & Hotfix v.0.35.35🛠️ - 26 February 2026
Hello Officers! We are officially at Day 4 of Steam Next Fest, and the response to the Narco Check Demo has been absolutely overwhelming! We are closely monitoring your feedback and working around the clock to refine the experience.To celebrate the halfway point of the fest, we’ve just deployed a new update. We’ve overhauled the visual atmosphere with Realtime Lighting and addressed critical technical issues reported by the community.Thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s keep those reports coming! 🛠 Narco Check — Patch Notes 📋 Visual Overhaul & Technical Fixes🌟 New: Realtime Lighting & Shadow SupportRealtime Lighting: Added a dynamic lighting system for a more realistic and gritty atmosphere.Shadow Support: Full shadow support added to environment objects and documents for increased visual fidelity.🐞 Bug Fixes & Stability ImprovementsWe’ve resolved several technical issues…
- Narco Check Demo - Hotfix #2 v.0.35.34🛠️ - 25 February 2026
Hello Officers! The response to the Narco Check Demo over the last 48 hours has been absolutely overwhelming.We are closely monitoring your feedback and working around the clock to refine the experience. We’ve just deployed a Day 3 Hotfix to address the most frequently reported bugs and improve overall stability.Thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s keep those reports coming! 🛠 Narco Check — Patch Notes 📋 Free Loop Mode & Critical Fixes🔁 New Mode: Free Loop (After Day 3)After completing Day 3, you can now continue playing indefinitely in Free Loop Mode.Play as long as you want after the main Day 3 progression.Designed for players who want extended sessions and mastery practice.Endless inspection flow with increasing challenge potential.🐞 Bug Fixes & Stability ImprovementsWe’ve also resolved several critical issues to ensure a fair and smooth experience:✅ Fraudulent Documen…
- Narco Check Demo - Hotfix #1 v.0.35.33🛠️ - 24 February 2026
Hello Officers! We are incredibly excited to be part of Steam Next Fest! As a small indie team, seeing so many of you jump into the Narco Check Demo means the world to us. Your feedback during this first day has been invaluable, and we’ve been working hard to polish the experience. We've just pushed a quick hotfix to address some of the most reported issues. 🛠 Narco Check — Patch Notes (v0.35.33) 📋 General Overview In this update, we’ve focused on making the border control experience more intuitive. We’ve revamped the Document Pulse system for better tracking, added a new Microwave Residue mechanic, and fixed critical Quest Gates that were causing soft-locks on Day 3. We also improved our Localization system, ensuring that language switches happen instantly without breaking the Quest HUD. 🌟 New Features & Mechanics Microwave Residue System: Destroying prohibited items in the scanner…
- Narco Check: Steam Next Fest Demo is NOW LIVE! 🛫 - 23 February 2026
Hello Officers!The moment has arrived. The gates of the most high-stakes airport in the jungle are officially open. We are thrilled to announce that Narco Check is participating in Steam Next Fest, and our Playable Demo is available NOW! 🔍 What’s inside the Demo? Step into the shoes of a security officer in a remote 2000s airport. Your job is simple: keep the airport running. But in this part of the world, "simple" is a luxury. Join Our Discordhttps://discord.gg/XbCkJYCmrW - Craftone Games
- Devlog #2: Beyond Approve or Deny - 21 February 2026
Hallo Officer, In diesem Devlog nehmen wir euch mit hinter den Schreibtisch und werfen einen Blick auf die tiefergehenden Systeme, die Narco Check weiter formen. In unserem ersten Beitrag haben wir die Welt und das Grundkonzept vorgestellt. Dieses Mal tauchen wir in die erweiterten Spielmechaniken ein. 🎙️ El Patron – The NarratorYou are not alone behind the desk.El Patron guides you throughout your journey — sometimes as a mentor, sometimes as a figure reminding you who truly controls the system. 💬 NPC Dialogue SystemNPCs are no longer silent. Each one has a distinct personality type:NervousAggressiveCalmSuspiciousSome will try to manipulate you. Some will panic. Some are genuinely innocent.Dialogue is not just atmosphere — it can directly influence your decision. 🛂 Advanced Document Verification SystemEach NPC has a true identity dataset and a displayed dataset. Potential fraud fiel…
- Narco Check – Join Our Discord 💬 - 18 February 2026
Narco Check – Join Our Discord 💬 Hello officers,The official Narco Check Discord server is now live.If you want to follow development closely, see exclusive pre-demo content, share feedback, and talk directly with the team, join us. 🎮 Development updates 🛂 Gameplay sneak peeks 💬 Direct feedback & discussions 🎁 Exclusive announcements Be part of the community and help shape the future of Narco Check. 👉 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/qNv9HvyD Add Narco Check to Your Wishlist ⭐Launching soon. Adding the game to your wishlist: • Notifies you when the demo goes live • Keeps you updated on launch discounts • Directly supports our indie team Every wishlist helps us grow visibility, boost the algorithm, and perform stronger during Steam Next Fest.👉 Wishlist now on Steam:
- Devlog #1: Welcome to Colombia & The Road to Steam Next Fest! - 12 February 2026
Greetings, Border Officers! We are thrilled to officially kick off our development journey here on Steam. Narco Check is more than just a simulation; it’s a dive into the gritty, high-stakes world of 2000s Colombia, where every document you stamp and every suitcase you scan could change your lifeor end it. 🔍 What is Narco Check? In Narco Check, you take charge of a border control point in a region torn between law and the cartels. Your job is simple on paper: ensure no illegal goods pass through. But in reality, nothing is simple. Intense Inspections: Use X-rays, physical searches, and document verification to find hidden contraband. Renovate Your Station: Start from a dusty, broken terminal and rebuild it into a state-of-the-art security hub. The Morality Trap: Will you stay a loyal officer on a meager salary, or will you take "donations" from the cartels to build your own empire? 🚀…
