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Steam Next Fest Demo now available!

koonschisteam_community_announcements

45d ago

Hello dear Tycoonettes and Tycoons!

Steam Next Fest Demo Available

We have some amazing news to share: The Aquapark Tycoon Next Fest Demo is now available!

Update: The Demo is now live for everyone!

How to get the demo: To get access to the demo, please follow the following steps:

1. Download the Aquapark Tycoon Demo.

2. In your Steam library, right-click "Aquapark Tycoon Demo" and select "Properties."

3. Under "Game Versions & Betas", select the "steam-next-fest Steam Next Fest Demo" branch.

Please note: The Steam Next Fest demo is currently on a special branch and will be set live on Monday before the festival starts. Please keep in mind that, if you prefer not to opt into the Steam Next Fest Demo branch, the current default demo is a little outdated.

Patch Notes

There are a great many things that have been improved with the new demo, and we're listing the biggest changes here, since otherwise the list would get a little too long.

Gameplay

Improvements to the look and feel of the game
Many improvements to guest behavior
Many improvements to staff behavior
Added optional side goals that pop up from time to time
Guests now carry bags and want to stash them before going swimming
Improved placing of new objects
Made more objects accessible before researching luxury tier I
Improved the usability of the infusion mixer window
Improved usability of moving objects around
Improved usability of placing lane lines in sports pools (you can now click-drag)
Added different weather types: Nice, Cloudy, Wind, Sunny
Added slide painting & customisation
Added new slide exits that land in a plunge pool
Added a pipette tool to duplicate objects
Added aroma and audio track combos that can be found when mixing infusions
Improved feedback for entrance fee pricing
Added a setting to allow only swimmers in a slide

Visuals

Added round slide supports that go in circles

Co-op Multiplayer

Added Co-Op Multiplayer
You can now start a session together with friends
You can either join in-game, local network, or through your Steam friend list
Added a chat window
Added holograms and mouse pointers of other players for a nicer experience

Updated the Park Management Window with a new layout
Updated Slide, Pool, Sauna, etc. windows with a new layout
Updated the build windows with a new layout
- Added more info for saunas, slides and pools in their windows
Added an option to select Fahrenheit as a temperature unit
Updated the slide building UI
Added possibility to have a software mouse cursor
Infusions can now be mixed from the build window

Sound

Updated several sound effects
Added new sound effects
Added new music

Performance:

Improved performance in many cases

Twitch Integration

Added Twitch integration to have viewer names as guest names with little name tags

Bugfixes

Fixed several crashes
Fixed long lag when auto-saving
Fixed staff getting stuck sometimes
Fixed guests getting stuck from time to time

Aquapark Tycoon Demo Update: Out Now!

kaashysteam_community_announcements

160d ago

Hello, dearest Tycoonettes and Tycoons!

It's time! After the update performed well on the beta branch, it's time to release it for the main branch and thus for everyone.

We are making good progress on the game and want the demo to reflect that progress. So get ready for a demo feature update that brings the demo up to the latest state of development!

A lot has happened, and we will only list the biggest, most important changes here. You should definitely start the game and try it out to see what's new.

Gameplay

Want a slide POV? No problem! This highly requested feature is now available in the demo. We've also made many other important changes to the game. For example, you can now revive drowned guests with Joy Sparks (“Luckily, they were wrong, Martin A. didn't drown after all!”). There are also a bunch of new objects, and we've increased the, ahem, realism when a guest flies out of a slide.

User Interface

The one change that naturally stands out the most: we have completely redesigned the user interface! More attractive, sophisticated colors, more information for objects and pools, and better layout (looking at you, hidden sauna benches!) are just some of the improvements we've made. We've also added a much-requested feature: UI scaling!

Research

We want to make research a little more enjoyable and satisfying, so we've given it a little overhaul. From now on, you'll unlock research points that you can exchange for new pools, slides, saunas, shops, and more. There's also a new research tree that better reflects how we envisioned research in the game.

Move, Rotate & Scale Objects

Highly requested and now finally in the game: you can now move objects even after they have been placed. We've gone one step further and you can now move, rotate, enlarge, or shrink them as you wish.

Graphics

Of course, we're also constantly working on the game's graphics. For example, we've spruced up the appearance of our attractions, added lots of new particle effects, and made the coloring of objects both more intuitive and more powerful.

Bugfixes

No patch without bug fixes! We have fixed many bugs (including those reported by you, thank you so much!), improved pathing, and ironed out some translation errors.

If you're interested in the full patch notes, just take a look at the previous announcement, where we've prepared a more detailed list for you.

Have fun and let us know how you like it!

-- The Boxelware Team

Demo Update Available On Beta Branch

kaashysteam_community_announcements

162d ago

Hey there, bestest tycoonettes and tycoons!

We are very busy and hard at work on the game, and we want the demo to reflect how far we've come already. So get ready for a nice feature update for the demo, bringing it up to date with the latest development status!

Beta Branch Note: These changes are currently available on the beta branch. The beta branch is for testing changes and for finding and fixing errors.

This is how you get access to the beta branch: Right-Click on Aquapark Tycoon Demo in your Steam list, Properties -> Betas -> Select branch 'Beta Branch - Newest Changes'.

Gameplay

"A lot has happened in the game, and we'll only list the biggest, most important changes here. You should definitely check out the game to see all the small details that are new :)"

Added a POV Mode for slides
Joy Sparks can now be used to heal injuries and revive guests
Improved pollution & decay gameplay of attractions
Added more wall & roof objects
Added bridges
Added water sprayer objects
Added basic counter-only versions of all shops & stalls
Heating & electricity cost are now communicated separately & clearly
Added more terrains for you to build
Made guests falling out of slides more realistic

Research

Added a Research Tree
Investing into research now nets you Research Points
Research Points can be used to unlock attractions, shops or themes

Moving Objects

Objects can now be moved after they were placed
Objects can now be freely rotated as desired
Objects can now be freely moved as desired
Objects can now be scaled bigger and smaller

Graphics

Improved Visuals of Saunas & Pools
Added particles to many animations
Lots and lots of small visual fixes
Improved customization of object colors
Added color presets

UI

Completely overhauled the entire UI
Added configurable UI Scaling
Added a new Infusion Mixing UI
Sauna benches are now easier to find in the UI
- (it wasn't a bug, just a little hard to find! Sorry for that and thanks for all the feedback!)
Added visualisation for pool areas (swimmer, non-swimmer, fun, wellness, etc.)
Added particles for when a pool, sauna or slide improves its score
Windows of attractions or characters now show a screenshot of their attraction or character

SFX

Added many more sound effects
Improved and balanced many existing sound effects

Bugfixes

Fixed several crashes
Fixed various localisation issues
Improved pathing of staff
Improved pathing of guests

Development Update October 2025

koonschisteam_community_announcements

278d ago

Hello dear Aquapark Tycoonettes & Tycoons,

Today we’re excited to share an update on the development of Aquapark Tycoon!

Since the demo release, we’ve been hard at work behind the scenes, adding new features and polishing existing ones. A lot of this is based on your feedback, and we’re very grateful for that!

Everyone who stopped by our booth at Gamescom 2025 and tried out Aquapark Tycoon has already had a sneak peek at the new features we’ve been working on and fine-tuning in recent weeks and months.

Now it’s time to bring everyone up to speed: here’s what’s ready for the launch version of Aquapark Tycoon, and what we’re still working on for the rest of this year.

Completed Features

Slide POV

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Watching is too boring? Yes. 100%. Absolutely. Why even build a slide when you can't ride it? So! Use the Slide POV to hop right in and test your own creations from a first-person perspective! This way, you can, ahem, find out whether your slide is a perfect fit for the target group or if there are any parts that still need some tweaking. (Or just have some fun!) It's simply the feature everyone needs and deserves.

Lazy River

An absolute must-have in any water park. A gentle stream where your guests can relax, unwind, and float along the Lazy River. Powered by pumps, the smooth flow carries them effortlessly forward, letting them drift as if they were gliding through a real river. Just lie back and relax.

Blueprints

We implemented blueprints which you can use to save and then quickly reuse existing attractions, including nearby objects. This way you can easily save your coolest slides, pools, saunas, shops and even other objects. You can then reuse them in any other park - or share them with friends!

Sauna Infusion Planner

We've made some big changes to how sauna infusion planning works, making the UI clearer, more accessible and mixing infusions more satisfying.

Color Presets

Quickly choose from ready-made color options for objects, slides, pools, and more. This way you can easily give your water park a beautifully cohesive look. With the color presets, you can quickly create specific areas or apply a consistent color scheme across the entire park, creating a perfectly balanced design.

Rotate & Move

This tool makes it possible to move and rotate objects. Every item in the game – from comfy lounge chairs to massive swimming pools – can be positioned exactly the way you want. Move, rotate, and align your elements until they fit perfectly into the overall design and your water park looks just the way you imagined. Whether you’re fine-tuning small details or completely rearranging larger structures, the tool gives you maximum freedom to shape your park exactly how you like it.

Anything else?

Management Features: We're constantly refining management features like water quality, decay management, staff management and more!
UI scaling: Adjust the interface to fit your preferred style and screen size.
Quality of life improvements: Countless small tweaks to make the gameplay more enjoyable.
Performance Optimizations & Bug Fixes, including improved pathing, so your guests & staff navigate the park better.

And there’s still more to come!

Roadmap

Here’s our roadmap for the rest of the year:

Co-Op Multiplayer to co-create and manage your park with your tycoon friends (this is what we're busy with right now)
Different scenarios with different biomes and goals
Seasons & Indoor-Areas for Winter
More pools, saunas, slides, shops and themes
Management features such as storage areas
More features related to Joy Sparks

Aquapark Tycoon is coming in 2026

We realized that we have to take some extra time to bring your most requested features to life and make Aquapark Tycoon the best experience possible. That’s why, unfortunately, Aquapark Tycoon will launch next year. However, updates to the demo are planned, so stay tuned for that!

Until then, we’d love to keep hearing your thoughts on the demo – your feedback is key to shaping the game as we move forward! 🐙

-- Your Aquapark Tycoon Dev Team

Dev Diary #3: Saunas in Aquapark Tycoon

anjasteam_community_announcements

488d ago

In our third Dev Diary, we’re taking you behind the scenes of Aquapark Tycoon to share an exclusive glimpse into the development of our upcoming water park simulation. In Aquapark Tycoon, you can design the water park of your dreams: from pools, which we explored in the first Dev Diaries, to thrilling water slides and saunas where your guests can unwind and recharge. But now, grab your sauna towel, dear water park fans, because things are about to heat up! In today’s developer diary, we’re diving deep into the steamy world of saunas! Sauna Types at a Glance When we started developing Aquapark Tycoon, one thing was especially important to us: players should have the freedom to design their water park exactly how they want! You’re in control of every little detail. That means: You can customize the sauna layout, tweak the temperature and humidity, decide on seating and lounging areas, and pick the perfect decoration items like classic sauna buckets, dried herbs, sand timers, or stylish lamps and columns. You can choose the infusions and create your own schedule with different scents. And if you’re feeling extra creative, you can add music and light effects to turn a sauna visit into an unforgettable experience for your guests. To make sure you get the most authentic options, our devs went on a “sweat tour” across Germany. We visited countless saunas – and, yeah, we took a few deep sniffs – to make sure everything in the game feels just right. We’d like to introduce the following first four sauna types to you: Finnish Sauna This is the classic sauna experience. A powerful stove ensures your guests work up a sweat at temperatures between 70 and 95°C, while the humidity stays at a comfortable 5 to 30%. After the heat, cooling down is essential – perfect for getting the blood circulation going. But be careful! Crank up the heat too much, and your guests won’t just turn red – they’ll bolt out of the sauna faster than you’d like. So, keep an eye on the intensity rating to make sure the sauna session is relaxing and not a reason to call for help!

Temperature: 70 - 95°C
Humidity: 5 - 30%

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/83913827a39ab11778c97208adc5d63a83486cdf.jpg Steam Bath The name says it all: with humidity levels at a whopping 90 to 100%, thanks to constant steam, the room is filled with a thick mist. The steam is great for your guests, helping to boost metabolism and relax muscles. And the best part? The temperature stays mild, between 45 and 55°C.

Temperature: 45 - 55°C
Humidity: 90 - 100%

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/be3795718645635a1cb6ce27e2cb4ca753ccc94f.jpg Salt Sauna In the salt sauna, your guests can enjoy a mini seaside getaway – without ever leaving your park. What a fantastic service! With walls made of salt stone, you infuse the air with a refreshing, salty breeze that’s great for the respiratory system. With temperatures between 55 and 80°C and humidity levels around 15 to 20%, most visitors find it incredibly soothing.

Temperature: 55 - 80°C
Humidity: 15 - 20%

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/af88f023b60facaa7e3a8e558d558324d0c77ba7.jpg Event Sauna For those who want something a bit more extraordinary, the event sauna is the perfect choice. With temperatures between 50 and 100°C and humidity up to 30%, you can create unforgettable moments. Show-infusions at the event sauna stove, paired with impressive music and light effects, turn every visit into a spectacular experience.

Temperature: 50 - 100°C
Humidity: 1 - 30%

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/df1969ad4191bf6498a13e3b4d81eadd8f5347eb.jpg That’s enough sweating for today! We hope you’ll have just as much fun building and customizing your saunas as we did. By the way: We are currently looking for playtesters. If you're interested in testing Aquapark Tycoon for us, make sure you head right over to our Discord for more info on how to sign up!🐙

Dev Diary #2: Dive into Aquapark Tycoon – An Overview of Pool Types

anjasteam_community_announcements

518d ago

Hello, water park fans! In our first Dev Diary, we explored how you can build pools in Aquapark Tycoon. Today, we’re shifting our focus to the different types of pools you can create. We’ll guide you on transforming a basic pool into one of the exciting variations featured below. Let’s dive in! Once you’ve set up your basic pool, you can customize its type by adjusting factors such as water temperature, water type, depth, and equipment. Beyond the standard swimmer’s pool, you’ll have the following exciting options: Sports Pool This pool is perfect for those who prioritize swimming technique and speed! A sports pool should typically be long, around 2.5 meters deep, and filled with cool, refreshing water. Adding swim lines ensures proper lane separation, allowing your sports enthusiasts to train without interruptions. Starting blocks are essential for encouraging guests to take daring dives into the cool water. To add even more excitement, equip the sports pool with various sports equipment to make all the fitness fans among your guests truly happy.

Cool water
Up to 2.5 meters deep
Extras: swim lines, starting blocks and sports equipment

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/298ba548c5cad9958bef8ace771090f982b1b2a8.jpg Fun Pool The fun pool is all about making a splash! It’s the perfect spot for water enthusiasts of all ages to play and have a great time. Equip it with exciting features like inflatable flamingos, small slides, and playful water fountains to create a pool full of entertainment and joy. You can design the fun pool as either a non-swimmer or swimmer’s pool, making it enjoyable for visitors of all ages.

Cool water
Moderate depth
Extras: small slides, water play structures

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/8fd5ef6cf5f96f98b8e45b4f41ed0877566f7e32.jpg Thermal Pool The thermal pool offers the ultimate retreat for guests seeking relaxation. With warm, mineral-enriched water maintained at a soothing 35 °C, it’s the perfect spot to melt away stress. The pool’s depth can be adjusted to allow adults to stand comfortably, enhancing overall comfort. For an added touch of luxury, equip the thermal pool with massage jets and hydrotherapy fountains to provide your guests with a truly memorable experience. This is where they can fully unwind and relax.

Warm water enriched with minerals
Moderate depth
Extras: hydrotherapy fountains, massage jets

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/b00c76f380e61d4bfde7c036bc08e11b8d217527.jpg Whirlpool Not only in the thermal pool but also in the whirlpool, water enthusiasts can fully relax and unwind. The warm, bubbling water provides an unmatched feel-good experience. Whirlpools can be designed as standalone pools with comfortable seating or integrated flexibly into the aqua park as placeable Jacuzzis. This flexibility allows you to create relaxation zones exactly where your guests need them most.

Warm, bubbling water
Moderate depth
Extras: Massage jets, comfortable seating options

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/b0df7a1f88e7996b7d83b1f9e3f06e0a55c17b57.jpg Wave Pool The wave pool is the ultimate destination for thrill-seekers and adventure lovers! With its gradual, sloping entry and a powerful wave machine, guests can experience the excitement of rolling waves as if they were at the ocean. Bring the sounds and sensations of the sea directly into your water park and let visitors dive into the action.

Moderately warm water
Shallow entry with steadily increasing depth
Extras: wave machine

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/7a948c1c6ab2757da18ffdef1e15ad4fec8ea7b7.jpg Children's Pool Don’t forget about the youngest guests – many families will visit your water park! The children's pool is specifically designed for little water lovers, featuring shallow water and plenty of colourful water play structures. It strikes the perfect balance between safety and fun, offering a carefree environment for splashing, playing, and exploring.

Warm water
Shallow depth
Extras: water play structures

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/fc182aa895152fe3ca7d1d651be185964d9e72bb.jpg We hope you enjoyed this dive into the world of cool waters. Let us know in the comments which pool is your favourite! 🐙

Dev Diary #1: Building and Splashing Around in Aquapark Tycoon & Brand-New Look

anjasteam_community_announcements

550d ago

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/d80faa3308835af21effa602785f2f6a60099ae5.gif Attention, water park enthusiasts! Today marks the start of our Dev Diary for Aquapark Tycoon! We’ll take you behind the scenes and share exciting game development insights on a regular basis. Let’s dive into the heart of every water park: pools! Before we dive into that, we’ve got something exciting to share: the all-new look of Aquapark Tycoon! Over the past few months, we’ve been hard at work refining the game’s visual style. With this fresh design, we’re bringing a more immersive, lifelike atmosphere to your colorful water park. One of our main focuses was the color palette: gone are the overly bright hues. Instead, Aquapark Tycoon now shines in natural tones. Trees, plants, and grass have a more authentic, vibrant feel. We hope the new look makes you fall in love with your parks all over again! 🌴 {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44963961/1e2ddb2ac03a211291a5bf71f3a8134ba3010ba3.png Now, we’re making a splash with a closer look at how you can create pools in Aquapark Tycoon. Pools are the centerpiece of every water park, and we’ve ensured a wide range of pool types and customization options. From shallow children pools to wave pools, you’ll have everything you need to delight guests of all ages. So grab your pencils, jot down some ideas, and let’s dive into the art of pool building together!

The Art of Pool Building

In Aquapark Tycoon, guests have diverse preferences when it comes to pools. While some enjoy swimming laps in a sports pool, others are drawn to the thrill of wave pools or the fun of splash zones. Now, we’re excited to explore the construction feature in Aquapark Tycoon, which allows you to transform even the simplest pool into something extraordinary. Here’s how it works: You’ll begin with a basic square pool shape. If your budget allows, you can expand its length and width for a larger pool or keep it compact if resources are tight. Even this basic shape can be upgraded into something special, like a sports or wave pool. For the more creative builders, the sky’s the limit! You can experiment with rounded corners or mix circular and square shapes to design the wildest layouts. The key is that every new addition must connect to your basic pool. Let your imagination flow – your creations could look something like this: Get ready to make a splash with your unique pool designs! In Aquapark Tycoon, you have the freedom to design your water park exactly the way you want it. Whether you’re recreating a real-world park or building a completely unique aquatic adventure, the possibilities are endless. Customization begins with pool construction and extends to choosing equipment and shape, and even setting the depth of individual pools. This flexibility allows you to create safe, shallow areas for non-swimmers while offering deeper sections for experienced swimmers to enjoy. Your park’s success (and your profits!) depends on how well you fulfill your guests’ diverse needs: Sports pools for fitness fans, fun pools with thrilling attractions for the adventurous, wellness pools for those seeking relaxation. Your goal is to bring all these elements together into a water park that delights every visitor. In our next Dev Diary, we’ll check out how you can adapt pools to suit the various needs of your guests and reveal the exciting pool types you can look forward to in the game! We’d love to hear from you: What features or options would you like to see for pool construction in Aquapark Tycoon? Let us know in the comments! 🐙

Aquapark Tycoon news & patch notes

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Aquapark Tycoon news & patch notes

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Aquapark Tycoon is now available in Early Access!

Content & Features of the Early Access Version

What next?

Rough Roadmap

Steam Next Fest Demo Available

Patch Notes

Gameplay

User Interface

Research

Move, Rotate & Scale Objects

Graphics

Bugfixes

Gameplay

Research

Moving Objects

Graphics

UI

SFX

Bugfixes

Completed Features

Slide POV

Lazy River

Blueprints

Sauna Infusion Planner

Color Presets

Rotate & Move

Anything else?

Roadmap

Aquapark Tycoon is coming in 2026

The Art of Pool Building

Steam news for Aquapark Tycoon