Devlog version 0.0.8

v0.0.8 is out now

Release date: March 17, 2026

This update is mainly focused on improving the game’s UI, smoothing out navigation, and fixing a couple of important gameplay issues.

What’s new

• Added Itch.io version checking, so the game can detect newer releases and show an update prompt when needed.
• Reworked the main menu with a refreshed layout and improved flow.
• Updated the design of several gameplay panels.
• Improved the objective panel for better readability and usability.
• Enhanced tooltips with clearer styling and layout.
• Expanded the settings panel with Back to Main Menu and Quit Game options.
• Added a proper lose condition: when your population reaches 0, the simulation pauses and a game-over modal appears, letting you start a new game.

Fixes

• Fixed an issue where the main menu did not render correctly after returning from the settings menu.
• Fixed a gameplay issue where births could happen with fewer than two villagers. This can no longer occur.

Demo note

For players using the demo build: demo limits and the demo restart flow are still active. If your population drops to zero, the new game-over modal will take priority.