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Nanobots Expanded: New Skins VideoNanobots Expanded: New Skins VideoHi Universe Architects,

We’re back with another Quality of Life update, and this one builds on a familiar favorite. 

It’s been two months since Nanobots were revamped. With a more extensive Reality Engine upgrade tree, Nanobots now have improved intelligence, duration, and speed to better streamline progression through the Primary Simulation. These improvements made Nanobots the overnight star of the simulation. But what if they didn’t stop there? Find out in...

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Nanobots Go Beyond

Nanobots are no longer contained to the Primary Simulation. That’s right – our favorite little bot friends can fly further than ever before into Mesozoic Valley, the Beyond, and every single Explore Event. This is also the first time Nanobots will work in the Beyond!

Players can now purchase three new upgrades in the Reality Engine, one for each side simulation: Event Simulation Fleet, Mesozoic Simulation Fleet, and Beyond Simulation Fleet. Players who previously purchased the Side Simulation upgrade have instant access to the three new upgrades.

That means that all Primary Simulation upgrades, like Nanobot Multibuy and Nanobot Autostart, will now apply to side simulations as well. With a new level of efficiency present in the entire simulation, purchasing Nanobot upgrades is more valuable than ever before.

New Cosmetics

To celebrate the release of Reboot: Nanobots, we invited the community to submit their own Nanobot designs with the Design a Nanobot Skin Contest. It was a tough competition, but three emerged victorious.

In this update, we’re officially adding those skins to the Logit Store:

• Work up an appetite with Nano Burger

• Ride through the wild, wild west with Cowboy Nanobot

• Escape the simulation with Glitch Nanobot 

We’re super excited to finally implement these designs in the simulation, and we’ll continue to add more cosmetic options for players to express themselves with in the future. 

Quality of Life Improvements

We’ve made several other Quality of Life adjustments to the simulation.

Improvements:

• The cost of certain stackable upgrades has been reduced 

  • These upgrades include Entropy Booster XII, Entropy Speed Booster VI, Metabit Booster VI, Knowledge Booster V, Idea Speed Booster V, and Idea Booster XII

• Nodes leading into Crustacean content have been reduced in price to make progression easier

  • These nodes include Jointed Legs, Arthropod, Mandibles, and Four Antennae

• The opacity of the Nanobots’ Autobuy icon animation has been adjusted to be more visible

Other Fixes:

• Major memory usage improvements were made to address performance issues and crashing

• Resolved an issue where the Shark Week achievement was awarded before players met the requirements

• Bugs caused by item information not loading properly

• Velociraptor using the Compsognathus sound effect

• Sauropoda using the Brachiosaurus sound effect

• An issue where mutagen was not counting towards mission progress

• Zoom functionality not working as intended

• The cloud save button now shows up less frequently after being dismissed

• Overall bug fixes for crashing on older devices 

Nanobots: Expanded is available to play now on Steam and will be available on Android and iOS by July 29th at 11:59 PM EDT.

We’re always looking for ways to improve the simulation, and we’d love to hear your thoughts and suggestions for new updates in the comments. To celebrate the release of Nanobots: Expanded, we’re also hosting a Devs Unleashed livestream on Friday, July 31st at 11:30 AM EDT. Join us in the official Discord, or watch the stream on YouTube or Twitch, to chat with the devs about Nanobots, clouds, and something else special.

While players wait for the next release, get ready for Spooky Summer! Explore: Cryptids – Face Your Fears will be returning for a limited time on August 3rd at 11 AM EDT and will run until August 6th at 4:50 PM EDT. Take this chance to earn The Unknown limited event badge before it’s gone.

As always, we appreciate your continued support while we work to make the simulation better than ever. 

Stay cellular,

- The Cells Team

Hello Universe Architects,

Based on feedback from the recent launch of Explore: Atmosphere, we’ve decided to release a small patch that targets some of the bugs our players have been experiencing lately.

Fixes & Features:

• Minor backend improvements on mobile

• Fixed: A bug that caused the sidepanel to overlap events on non-US devices

• Fixed: An issue where a high amount of mutagen was gained after reboot crashes

• Fixed: An issue where knowledge was missing after reboot crashes

We’re always listening to player feedback and working hard to fix any issues that pop up. Thank you for your continued support.

Stay cellular,

- The Cells Team

Look up Universe Architects,

Humans have always had their heads up in the clouds, tracing shapes and dreaming of what lies beyond. There’s more to the skies than drifting clouds though. An unseen force has drawn Semblance’s gaze skyward. Since her journey through space, Semblance has begun to wonder what helps sustain life on Earth. What forces shape the skies above? There’s only one way to find out. Let’s soar upward in…

Official Atmosphere announcement trailer: Watch now on Youtube

Lift Off

The universe is vast, and so are its perils. Yet somehow, Earth remains undisturbed and protected from the outer reaches of space. Discover the delicate and powerful force that shapes the world and sustains all life below.

• From the ground up, rise through 51 Research Nodes

• Uncover six new Generators that make up the protective layers of the atmosphere 

• Ride the storm with the Lightning Quantum Charge

Pierce the Heavens

Come face to face with extraordinary phenomena as the skies come alive. Encounter violent storms, UV radiation, and blue jet lightning before reaching the rare beauty of rainbows, shooting stars, and the Aurora Borealis. Could more be waiting the further out we explore?

Reach for the Stars

No journey is complete without something to remember it by:

• Take a piece of the sky with the Cloud badge (Increases Atmosphere event simulation speed by 5%)

• Protect humanity with the Ozone Layer badge (Increases Atmosphere event simulation speed by 10%)

• Reach the edge of space with the Ionosphere badge (Increases Atmosphere event simulation speed by 15%)

New from Above

Keep your head in the clouds with the new Nano-Cloud skin for your Nanobot, along with new profile icons from the Explore: Atmosphere event, available to purchase in the Logits Store.

Additional Improvements:

• Adjusted scrolling on Steam

• An overhaul to the Save Manager UI

• Fixed: Mantis Shrimp trophy shader

• Fixed: An issue where some Google Play achievements were not marked as completed

Explore: Atmosphere — Upper Bounds is available to play on Steam, Android and iOS today at 11am EDT until July 6 at 10:50am EDT.

In 2025, we took a break from Explore Events as we focused on Reality Reboot and its subsequent chapters. We’re proud to explore the sky above in our first premiere Explore Event of 2026. To celebrate the release of Explore: Atmosphere — Upper Bounds, we’re hosting a Devs Unleashed livestream, live now from 10:45am-11:30pm EDT on our Discord. It will also be multi-streamed on YouTube and Twitter. Come play with the devs, get Darwinium cubes, and see how far you can reach.

Congratulations again to Coconut Crab for winning the popular evolutionary vote of the Crusty Clash contest. We’ll announce its anticipated entry into the game at a later date.

Turn your cameras to the sky for The Cloud Photography Contest! Take a photo of an interesting cloud and submit it on Reddit, Discord, or email by July 17th at 9 AM EDT. Ten lucky winners will be chosen by the Cells Team to receive 100 Darwinium cubes and a 15-day Infinity Pass. Read the full contest rules on Reddit or Discord.

Keep your eyes on the clouds. The journey upward has only begun.

Stay cellular,

The Cells Team

Hello Universe Architects,

We’re at the finish line right before the release of Explore: Atmosphere — Upper Bounds on Thursday, July 2 at 11am EDT. In addition to preparing for the new event, this patch adds some in-game changes:

Fixes & Features:

• Adjusted scrolling on Steam

• An overhaul to the Save Manager UI

• Fixed: Mantis Shrimp trophy shader

• Fixed: Some Google Play Achievements not showing as completed

Get ready to lift off!

Stay cellular,

The Cells Team

Ahoy Universe Architects,

In the previous Life update, we traversed through land and water alike in search of mollusks. While they have unique survival tactics, their fragility lies in their sensitive, soft bodies. Are there others that can protect themselves more easily from the perils of the sea?

Semblance dives into a new marine adventure, seeking specimens that have evolved powerful defenses without sacrificing mobility or awareness. Guard yourself from head to toe: it’s time to discover…

Official Crustaceans announcement trailer: Watch it now on Youtube

Crack Open the Code

A new branch of evolution is making waves. Crawl, swim, and scuttle your way through the new Crustacean tree to get to the meat of their mysteries. Explore why crustaceans are so tough, what other abilities help them survive, how they’re related to insects, and more.

• Discover the Arthropods trophy node, setting the foundation for the Crustacean generator

• Strengthen your simulation with 25 robust Life nodes

• Uncover three new unlockable nodes while increasing your Research Level

• Claim five fortified achievements when you collect up to 1,000 Crustaceans

Snap Along

Shuffling across the Ocean Garden floor is a new member of the evolution crew. Add the 3D lobster to your underwater collection after unlocking the Crustacean generator at Research Level 81.

Fine Shellfish Dining

Are you ready to feast? New premium items have been added to today’s menu! It may not be a fancy lobster dinner, but these fresh faces bring a unique charm to your simulation spread.

• The Hermit Crab and Mantis Peacock Shrimp Augments are ready to scurry their way into the simulation (and your hearts).

• Use Logits and equip the Nano-Crab Cosmetic. Watch your new Nanobot helpers comb through the Primary tree in search of efficient finds.

Metabit & Knowledge Progression Update

We’ve made changes to how Metabits and Knowledge are earned in response to player feedback about strategies that made it more advantageous to wait for long periods of time. Our goal is to make progression feel smoother and more rewarding during active play.

To support that, Metabit and Knowledge multipliers are now more powerful, as they apply to all converted Metabits and Knowledge in your current simulation. As a result, Time Chambers now have a stronger impact overall because they increase the value of every completed fill instead of only future fills. To keep progression balanced, we’ve adjusted the following Time Chamber upgrades:

• Metabit Time Chamber I and Knowledge Time Chamber I boost decrease from 10x to 5x

• Metabit Time Amplifier and Knowledge Time Amplifier boost decreased from 10x to 5x

We’re actively listening to player feedback and will continue to monitor how these changes feel in-game. Let us know your thoughts in the comments, as your feedback helps shape future improvements.

Additional Improvements:

• FIXED: Time Chamber translations were missing in certain languages

• FIXED: The Darwinium Synthesizer fill timer would reset if it was claimed before reaching the maximum amount

• FIXED: An issue where Time Chambers displayed doubled times in the Beyond and Mesozoic Valley 

• FIXED: A bug where the Dancing Flatworm cosmetic was not working

• FIXED: Crash issues on low memory devices

• Added minor updates to the early game experience

• Addressed several other bug fixes and improvements

Crustaceans is available to play now on Steam and will arrive on Android and iOS by 06/03/2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

Congratulations to the winning concepts of the Design A Nanobot Skin contest, and thank you to everyone who participated! We thoroughly enjoyed looking through everyone’s ideas and discussing which potential cosmetics resonated most with the Cells team.

Now, it’s time for a new contest: get ready for the Crusty Clash. Vote for your favorite maritime arthropod in the ultimate popularity contest, the winner will become the next 3D addition to one of the Cells gardens. We'll be sharing more details after the mobile release.

We’re also excited to share our updated roadmap for 2026. New content will continue to be released on a monthly cadence. Development on the Beyond has completed and we’re happy to announce the return of Explore Events.

We have a lot planned ahead. Keep your head up in the cloud as Semblance sets her sights higher.

Stay Cellular,

The Cells Team

Hello Universe Architects,

We've made some additional quality of life improvements based on recent feedback from the Reboot: Nanobots Steam release. This update improves FPS performance issues and includes several minor improvements.

Fixes & Features:

• Window screen sizing has been re-enabled on Windows

• Mid quality mode has been added for Steam. This improves FPS performance, particularly when the game is running in the background

• Darwinium Synthesizer is now available offline

• Various minor bug fixes and stability improvements

• Fixed: Removed the old Nanobot Reality Engine node

We've heard feedback regarding a strategy where players avoid purchasing nodes for 14 days after rebooting. We'll be working to address this in the upcoming update.

Thank you for your continued feedback and support. Let us know in the comments if the frame rate improvements are working.

Stay cellular,

- The Cells Team

Hi Universe Architects,

HOTFIX 46.32: Reintroduced Resolution options in Windowed Mode.

We’re back with another quality of life update as we continue refining the changes introduced with Reality Reboot. Our first Reboot update brought more control over time, and now we're making rebooting more fun.

Nanobots already exist within the simulation with automated node purchasing and progression. As a core system players rely on, they are the perfect foundation to enhance. With this update, Nanobots are now stronger than ever, working more intelligently to support your progression. Curious to see how much they’ve changed? Find out in:

Find out more about Nanobots by watching the official trailer here.

A Smarter Bot

The most notable change to Nanobots is how and what they buy. They were previously limited to purchasing trait nodes only visible on the screen. Now, they are smarter, faster, and last for a longer period of time. The new Nanobots can progress through the tree in significantly less time or generate more tapping currency than ever before. Players can resume where they last left off much sooner after each Primary Simulation reboot.

Nanobots are now also better at prioritizing which nodes to unlock, purchasing from cheapest to most expensive while following the most cost-effective path. They are able to act more independently and efficiently, reducing the need for manual oversight. Sit back and trust your Nanobots.

In The Reality Engine

Nanobots previously had only one upgrade, which simply increased their number. While useful, this left them with limited gameplay depth.

We wanted them to be more compelling, so we expanded what they can do and added another strategic layer to progression with a new Nanobots branch in the Reality Engine tree. Players can complete up to 35 unlockable upgrades, with more being added in future updates.

These upgrades are designed to make Nanobots stronger and more customizable based on player preference. Increase the amount of generators bought at once with Nanobot Multibuy, set Nanobots on autopilot at the start of each reboot with Nanobot Auto-Start, and so much more.

As Nanobots become more powerful and focused, their maximum number changes from 12 to 6, with their strength scaled accordingly. Each Nanobot has a much greater impact based on the upgrades unlocked, adding another strategic layer while leaving room for future expansion. All players with 7+ Nanobots will receive a Knowledge refund for their previously purchased Nanobots. Additionally, these players will also receive a special achievement.

Quality of Life Updates

In addition to Nanobots, we’ve tackled a number of improvements across the game.

Added:

• A Semblance icon now appears on the Reality Engine and Upgrade buttons when it’s a good time to reboot

• Semblance suggestions are now sorted to the top of the side panel

• A "Collect" button has been added for the Beyond E30 Dwarf Star rewards

• New resolution options are also available in fullscreen mode

• Nanobots have their own section in the Augmentation store

• System log entry have been updated to include Mollusk, Industrial Revolution II and the Beyond

Fixed:

• Resolved an issue where the Big Ben achievement was displayed as Amino Acid in the Mesozoic Valley and Beyond

• Retuned the Beyond E30: Flat Universe trophy node to make it easier to achieve

• Resolved window and fullscreen resolution issues for Windows and Mac

• The Sea Bunny shader has been fixed

• Continued polish on early gameplay experience

Save System Improvements:

• Improved UI/UX for creating a new save file

• An error notification now appears when there is insufficient phone storage to generate a save file

It is with a heavy heart that we’ve decided to suspend the Arabic language version, as it no longer meets our team’s quality standards or offers the gameplay experience our players deserve. We thank you for your patience and support.

New Cosmetics

Real talk– we’ve been a little sad that Nanobots could only dress up as bees or cats. There should be more options! To help celebrate this epic comeback, players can now equip more than one Nanobot cosmetic at once. Mix and match to your heart’s content, or show off your entire collection in a Nanobot array.

And if that visual couldn’t get any better, there are also three new Nanobot cosmetics now available in the Augmentation Store:

• Monocle Nanobot

• Rubber Duck Nanobot

• Emo Nanobot

Which of these new Nanobot cosmetics are you excited to add to your simulation?

Reboot: Nanobots is available to play now on Steam and will be available on iOS and Android by 05/13/2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

This marks the second quality of life Reboot update. We’re always thinking about how to improve the simulation, so we’d love to hear about your thoughts and experiences on the new Nanobots in the comments. 

Our goal for 2026 is to release content on a regular cadence, with Reboot updates added to the mix. We’re working on some exciting new content behind the scenes, but we’re still figuring out where everything fits into future releases. The roadmap isn’t ready yet, but we’ll share more soon. Until then, keep an eye on the Simulation. Something new is scuttling in.

Stay Cellular,

- The Cells Team

Hello Universe Architects,

In the wake of this new era, structure becomes king. Inventors offer life-changing solutions in the name of progress, advancing human ingenuity at record speeds. The everyday worker can now travel further distances in less time, factory output is more flexible, and fashion is a luxury most can afford.

Let’s get to work and build…

…the new and improved Industrial Revolution.

Watch the trailer here.

Trust the Process

As the conveyor belt cranks, new features file one by one into the simulation. New modes of transportation are more commonplace, with other technologies becoming everyday staples for convenience and human connection.

• Propel the means of production with 12 enhanced Technology Nodes, from Rubber to Garment District

• Unlock 10,100 metric tons of industrial wrought iron with the new Eiffel Tower glitch node

All Aboard!

Brick by brick, the Modern Civilization garden comes together. Peer through the chimney smoke and take in the beginnings of a city skyline. Things are always bustling in this moment of historical progress.

• Step aboard the updated Industrial Revolution train and journey across the railroad

• Gaze at the glory of an unlockable 3D Eiffel Tower

• Display newly purchased premium items on red carpets

Whistle While You Work

New Darwinium and Logit prizes are ready to bolster your simulation.

• Add the Model T, Difference Engine, and Big Ben to your Modern Civilization garden through the Darwinium and Augmentation stores

• Improve simulation efficiency with the Zeta Module Cards

• Choo choo! Make way for three new secret achievements. Can you find them?

Civilization: Industrial Revolution is available to play now on Steam and will be available on iOS and Android by 04/22/2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

March has been full of in-person events for our team! A portion of us flew to California for GDC, while players found our booth at PAX East.

On April 2, Mesozoic Valley was run amuck by mischievous raptors! They stole and hid some dinosaur eggs (just in time for Easter), and it was up to Universe Architects to find and return them to their rightful owners. Completionists were also awarded with a special secret achievement. This limited-time event may be over now, but it will return next spring so keep an eye out if you missed it.

The Primary Simulation is also preparing for a new Reboot update. It was formerly known as Automation, but after multiple iterations, it’s taken on an alternate form that revives an old feature. We hope you look forward to this new and improved way to purchase nodes on the tree. And thank you again to our beta testers for helping us collect valuable feedback to make it fun.

Spring is in full swing, and so are we. After a busy March, we’re now fully returned to the office and ready to prepare for some upcoming releases. We hope you enjoy leveling up your simulated Industrial Revolution as we continue to expand the Primary Simulation, Reality Engine, and more.

Stay cellular,

The Cells Team

Hi Universe Architects,

Spring has arrived in the Mesozoic Valley, but sneaky Raptors have stolen all the dinosaur eggs. Join this exclusive event in the brand new Easter Dino Egg Hunt, running from April 3 - 13 at 12:00 AM ET.

• Explore through every rock and crevice in the Valley for 50 hidden eggs

• Find them all to unlock a new achievement and 5 Darwinium cubes

Also, the victorious sea bunny is here! Check it out in the Mollusk tree, alongside its other Nudibranch friend.

Other Additions:

• FIXED: Offline earnings for Observable Universe in the Beyond

• Other minor fixes

This limited-time event won’t last long, similar to the Cryptids Halloween Explore Event. Complete it before April 13.

Stay Cellular,

The Cells Team

The Cells team is heading back to PAX East — and we’re excited to be joining the 2026 PAX East Steam Games lineup.

As highlighted in our Beyond E30 update, players can get an exclusive first look at the upcoming Industrial Revolution update and the latest on Reality Reboot. Find us at Booth #17105, where we'll be offering exclusive pins and other prizes for players who come by.

We’re also giving away 25 free Darwinium cubes. Use the code PAXEAST2026 to claim yours. How to redeem Darwinium:

• Open the game and navigate to Settings in the top right corner of the screen.

• Select the Help tab.

• Click on Redeem Code.

• Enter the code into the text box (all caps, no spaces) and click Confirm.

*Note: Redeem the code while in the Primary Simulation. This special code is active till Apr 6, 2026, 11am ET.

Make sure to also check out the other featured games at the PAX East Steam Games list here.

We hope to see you in Boston, MA from March 26th-29th. Stay cellular,

~ The Cells Team

Hello Universe Architects,

The universe twists, expands, warps, and implodes. It reaches magnitudes beyond comprehension, to the point where even light cannot reach.

But Semblance remains unphased, her hunger for knowledge eclipsing even this universal scale. She has traveled for far too long to let her journey end at the edge of the known. Join her as we prepare to break through…

Beginning of the End

Light has traveled as far as it can. What lies in the darkest void, past the horizon of our observable universe, is a complete mystery. Are you brave enough to venture forth with Semblance?

• Brighten your path with four illuminating Trait Cards, such as Pandora’s Cluster and Galactic Seeds

• Unlock two larger-than-life generators: Observable Universe and Cosmic Microwave Background

• Speculate about the shape of the universe and more with seven collectible Trophy Nodes

The Color of Matter

In order to visualize the scale of space, radiation is translated into light. The push and pull between dark matter and dark energy persists, setting the scene for humanity’s small role in the grand scheme of the cosmos.

• Step back from Laniakea in the Beyond garden and make way for the Observable Universe

• Discover the edge of light with a 3D visualization of the Cosmic Microwave Background

• Black turns to red as the simulation is pushed to its limits

A Quest for Answers

Like Semblance, humans hold onto the innate desire to find the truth. Whether sending a telescope on an ambitious, one-way mission or using the stars to chart our own paths on Earth, there will always be something new to uncover.

• Embark on the Euclid Telescope Astronomy Mission to chart the structure of space

• Fill the skies with stars, as constellations Cetus, Cassiopeia, and Centaurus join the nursery

• Collect four new galactic achievements

Challenge Accepted

The Beyond may be coming to a close, but the adventure is far from over. Buckle up and boost that spaceship into hyperdrive– we’re going into uncharted territory.

• Venture into the most epic Beyond episode. It’s time to put your space prowess to the test with 50 missions, leading you down an unforgettable final stretch.

• Join your fellow Universe Architects in crossing the Beyond finish line. Upon completion, players will be awarded with the Galactic Traveler title and added to the global placement ranks.

Additional Features

• Three new Beyond Steam Achievements are available to unlock

• Check out the updated player profile card

• Promo codes have improved support

Beyond E30: Cosmic Horizon is available to play now on Steam and will arrive on Android and iOS by 03/25/2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

In addition to this momentous Beyond release, our team will be heading back to PAX East for 2026! We’ll be sharing an inside look at the upcoming Industrial Revolution update on the Modern Civilization tree, as well as offering exclusive prizes for players who come to our booth. We hope to see you in Boston, MA from March 26th-29th.

Alongside the Industrial Revolution, our team is cooking up another Reboot update. This has been in beta testing for a while, and we want to thank all our testers’ efforts for their help refining this update. Keep an ear out for more information about this soon.

Whether for Reality Reboot, Beyond, or the most niche scientific subjects, developing fun and interesting gameplay is always our goal. Making an ambitious project like the Beyond has been an honor for our team, and we’ve thoroughly enjoyed pioneering through galaxies with our fellow space lovers.

We can’t wait to continue expanding the universe in more exciting ways. Keep chasing your endless curiosity through deep space and beyond.

Stay cellular,

The Cells Team

"...to make an end is to make a beginning." — T.S. Eliot

Hi Universe Architects,

It’s been three months since our biggest update, Reality Reboot, which brought a foundational overhaul to Cell to Singularity’s core experience. We rebuilt the Primary Simulation and introduced new systems to allow it to grow in new directions. At launch, we mentioned that Reality Reboot was only the beginning. We are now diving deeper into the mechanics we introduced while continuing to deliver new content and keeping the game fun and engaging.

The first of these is time, the driving force behind evolution. We want time to evolve into a larger core mechanic, giving players more control over their overall progression. With that, we have updated the Time Chamber upgrades in the Reality Engine, so let’s dive in.

Control Time

A new Time Chamber tab has been added to the Reality Engine, giving players clear visual control over how to utilize time and when to reboot. The previous Time Chambers did not clearly show how long it took to reach max boost. With the new panel, track the progression of Time Chamber upgrades and their boost on currency production every ten seconds.

Players can decide when to reboot their simulation based on the progress of their Time Chamber upgrades. Short simulation runs are beneficial when you have fewer Time Chambers. As you unlock more Time Chambers, letting your simulation run longer provides significant boosts to currency production. Once Time Chambers have achieved max boost, rebooting will reset them. We encourage players to use Time Chambers to add another layer of strategy while helping visualize the best time to reboot.

Tuning has also been refined to increase clarity for all time-based upgrades in the game. While early to mid pacing may feel slower, new late game upgrades will push the simulation even further. As we continue to develop time as a core mechanic, we welcome feedback to help make it more fun in your simulation.

Reality Engine Tree

Similar to the Time Chambers, the Reality Engine tree has received a modern update as the game continues to grow. We're continuing to improve the engine to make it easier for all players to categorize what they want to upgrade and when. The new organization feels more satisfying, giving each upgrade room to stand out with its corresponding nodes while also leaving space for future expansions.

Quality of Life Updates

This update also includes a set of fixes and refinements focused on improving the overall game.

Fixed: 

• Slow performance when opening geodes in the Mesozoic Valley and stars in the Beyond

• Beyond Mission ad boost dialog disappears for Infinity Pass holders

• General performance improvements

Visual Improvements:

• Updated the Knowledge Converter and Compiler in the Reality Engine

• Continued to improve the Scientific Revolution Garden 

• Additional visual polish across the game

Added:

• New Mesozoic Valley, Beyond and Explore Events music packs in the Logit Store

• Changed the order of the Module cards and added a new Module card that permanently boosts your Modern and Future Civilization garden in the Darwinium Store

Where did Automation go?

In Beta, we introduced Automation for early access. Automation is a new system that permanently manages the purchase of research nodes and generators in the Primary Simulation. It reduces the grind after a reboot and helps players return to their previous progression faster.

While early feedback on the look and feel has been positive, we are taking additional time to refine Automation. Our goal is to deliver the best experience in a future release. If you’re interested in taking a look, join our Beta tester program:

Steam: 

• Right-click on Cell To Singularity in your Games tab and select Properties.

• Click on Betas, under Private Betas, type in code cellsbetatest, and select Check Code.

• Make sure you select beta_test - Player Beta Testing under Beta Participation.

Android: Complete this Google Form. You will receive an email with next steps within 2-4 weeks.

iOS: Download TestFlight from the App Store, then visit this link and follow the instructions.

Reboot: Time Update is available to play now on Steam and will be available on iOS and Android by 03/04/2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

We want to give a special thank you to our players, especially our beta testers. Your feedback directly shaped the Time Chambers as we continue to improve the Reality Engine. We hope you look forward to more quality of life updates as we continue to make room for these improvements between content releases. 

Time to run. Stay cellular, Architects!

- The Cells Team

Greetings Universe Architects,

Space may be vast, but so is the sea. The Primary Simulation continues to evolve with a new chapter of life. These invertebrates have endured for hundreds of millions of years and remain a beloved staple in human history and culture. Follow Semblance as she simulates the evolutionary journey of — Mollusks.

Official Trailer YouTube Video:

Masters of the Shell

Mollusks are among the oldest invertebrates on the planet, dating back over 545 million years, with more than 100,000 known species. From the depths of the sea to arid deserts, mollusks have adapted to thrive across a wide range of environments. Spanning across snails, oysters, octopuses, and more, discover what makes each species unique.

• Branching off from Squishy Bodies, evolve Mollusks as they develop mantles at Research Level 71

• Unlock 25 Life nodes, including Oiled Shell, Mother Of Pearl, and more

• Explore the diversity of mollusks with five new Life achievements

• The wayward Giant Squid finally joins its family as life expands from the Primary Simulation tree

With the Mollusk generator comes a new companion. Dive into the updated Ocean garden to find the highly anticipated Nautilus joining the marine ecosystem.

Clam-oring for More

Complete your simulation with the Blue Sea Dragon, a new Darwinium Augmentation. A tasty new prize, Scallop, is now available to obtain with Logits.

Reality Engine Upgrades

The Reality Engine and Terminus Chamber also expand with the arrival of Mollusks.

• Unlock 20 new upgrades in the Reality Engine

• Permanently increase Metabit, Entropy, and Modern Civilization production with the Mu Darwinium Module card

• Enhance Ocean efficiency even more with a new Upgrade card

Additional features:

• The Swamp Battle winner arrives in the Primary Simulation. The Rain Frog Life node has now upgraded to a Trophy node, featuring an animated 3D model you can add to your Land Garden

• Global leaderboards will now reset monthly

• FIXED: A bug where the player avatar bubble would not update during Explore Events

• FIXED: Backend memory leaks

• FIXED: Visual shader issues on unpurchased generator models

Beyond:

• Balance tuning adjustments applied to Beyond E29: Superclusters

• Visual improvements: Added a background for Laniakea in the Beyond Garden

• FIXED: The Great Attractor would not unlock for some players

Reality Engine

• Triassic Jet upgrade increases changed from exponential to additive

• Triassic Terminator now counts all Mesozoic Valley extinctions, including prestiges

Mollusks is available to play now on Steam and will arrive on Android and iOS by 02/11/2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

Continuing from the Beyond, life moves forward as the Primary Simulation continues to grow. With Semblance resuming her mission to simulate all of life on Earth, the question remains; where will her focus turn next?

As this update goes live, help usher in a new Mollusk friend into the simulation. Similar to Amphibians, we will be holding a contest and we need your help to decide who will rise to the top of the food chain. More details will be announced at a later date.

In the meantime, stay cellular!

- The Cells Team

Hello Universe Architects,

Semblance’s grand journey into the great beyond continues. While her focus temporarily shifted to power Reality Reboot, her attention returns once more to the depths of space.

A force of unimaginable magnitude has been detected across hundreds of thousands of galaxies. Everything has its place, constantly in motion within regions of the universe far beyond human reach. Find out how everything is connected in…

Beyond E29: Superstructures

Official Trailer YouTube Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/4O9va593Cq4

A Cosmic Web

A superstructure is a vast network of filaments, clusters, and voids that forms repeating patterns across the universe. This immense cosmic structure has now emerged in our simulation, making it bigger than ever before.

• Expand your universe with three unfathomable generators: Laniakea, Local Void, and The Great Attractor

• Dive deeper into the mysteries of the cosmos with six new Trait Cards

Immense Heaven

Known as “immense heaven” in Hawaiian culture, Laniakea is home to over 100,000 galaxies. Zoom into this massive superstructure in the Beyond garden, and discover where our solar system fits within the grand scheme of the universe.

• Trace the colorful threads of the superstructure, Laniakea, as gravity weaves galaxies into vast cosmic networks

• Gaze into Local Voids left behind as galaxies and clusters merge together

• Follow the flow of matter as countless paths converge at The Great Attractor

Serenity in the Void

The ever expanding universe leaves much to uncover across the vastness of space. Witness gravity pulling matter together into brilliant structures, while dark energy accelerates the expansion that drives the cosmos farther apart.

• Venture into the darkest, coldest depths with the Eridanus Supervoid Astronomy Mission

• Collect and admire two new constellations: Draco and Boötes

• Unlock six new Achievements as superstructures are discovered across the universe

Additional Features:

• FIXED: An issue where the Outbreaks Explore Event content warning pop-up caused a softlock

• FIXED: An issue where Research Level 70 was skipped

• Increased the progress rate of Entropy Time Chambers. Fixed an issue where some Time Chambers were not reaching maximum capacity

• A new Beyond Accelerator premium bundle is available for purchase in the Beyond Darwinium store

Beyond E29: Superstructures is available to play now on Steam and will arrive on Android and iOS by 01/21/2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

It’s been a while since our latest Beyond update, and we’re excited to return with our first Beyond update of the year. As research into our own universe continues, we move closer to the conclusion of this phase of the Beyond series. A few more chapters will follow after Beyond E29: Superstructures, but this is not the end of our cosmic journey. Like the universe, space will continue in another form. Thank you to all our players for your continued support and passion for the Beyond series.

This also marks the start of a new year of Cell To Singularity. We have a lot planned in the months ahead as we return to more regular update cadence. In case you missed it, we revealed our most recent roadmap at the end of 2025. What are you most excited to see next in the simulation?

As always, we look forward to another year filled with curiosity as we continue to share and explore our passion for knowledge together.

Happy New Year, and stay cellular!

- The Cells Team

HOTFIX 42_68

• Fixed the scaling on stackable upgrades (Entropy Boost and Idea Boost): each level now increases by 1 instead of 2, capped at 30 cubes per level.

• Fixed Speed Boost maximum time upgrades not carrying over to side simulations.

Hello Universe Architects,

Following up from our biggest release, Reality Reboot, a new age dawns for Civilization. Humanity awakens from the old ways of doctrine and begins to question the world around us, setting the foundation for modern history. Join Semblance as civilization reinvents itself in — Scientific Revolution.

Official Trailer YouTube Video:

Rebirth of Reason

This period marked a fundamental transformation in history, as ideas were challenged through systematic experimentation using the scientific method. It established the foundations of modern science where truth needed to be collectively agreed upon.

• Driven by humanity’s quest for knowledge, access the Uraniborg conservatory at Research Level 61

• Unlock eight new Technology Nodes, including the Scientific Method, Enlightenment, Electricity, and more in the expanded Scientific Revolution tech tree

• Technology Nodes added in the Scientific Revolution are identified by the Roman numeral II

Observe the World

It’s been seven years since we first introduced the Civilization tech tree and gardens, spanning from Ancient Civilization to the distant future. If you’ve been with us since the beginning, you’ll recognize the iconic wonder of exploring the web on a computer with Stonehenge as your table. Or the static drone that remains as unmoving as your feelings towards the garden.

Well, say no more. It’s time to say goodbye to the old garden and give a grand hello to the new and improved Modern Civilization garden. Like any grand masterpiece in the making, it will continue to evolve.

This update is a testament to the love players have for the game, reflected in the cumulative feedback we’ve received through the years. Thank you to everyone who continues to share your thoughts with us in helping to improve the game. We especially appreciate the support we’ve received from Reddit and revisiting the journey that brought us here. And yes, we agree, the old garden was ugly.

Building Blocks of Science

Groundbreaking artifacts are available in the store, each contributing to transformative advancements in how we understand our world.

• Permanently increase your knowledge production, land, and ocean life with the Lambda Module Card

• Enhance your Modern Civilization efficiency with a new upgrade card 

• Use Logits to collect the world’s knowledge in the Encyclopedia

• Uncover new discoveries with Galileo’s Telescope, a Darwinium Augmentation

Tuning Optimizations

Following the launch of Reality Reboot, the Reality Engine will continue to be refined and balanced as new content is introduced.

• Twenty three new Civilization upgrades have been added to the Reality Engine

• Rebalanced all Capacitor Reality Engine and Time Chamber Reality Engine upgrades to support longer progression runs

Additional features:

• The global leaderboard is back. Your Research Level is your new score. Bring your friends and see where each of you rank

• Visual improvements: Added a golden frame to unlocked glitch nodes

• FIXED: Memory leak and backend stability improvements

Civilization: Scientific Revolution is available to play now on Steam and will be available on iOS and Android by 12/22/2025 at 11:59 PM ET.

Time has flown by, and 2025 is coming to an end. Happy Birthday to Cell to Singularity! Cells turned seven on December 12. It feels like only yesterday when we first launched on Steam, and this year we pushed the game further than ever with a full overhaul that reshaped the entire experience. If you haven’t claimed your Darwinium cubes yet, they are available via the in-game news.

To celebrate, we are hosting an end-of-year livestream on December 19 at 1:00pm ET. Join us on YouTube and/ or Twitch as we look back at our biggest moments of the year, give away Darwinium codes, and check out the updated roadmap for what is coming next. Get ready for even more regular updates in the year ahead.

Stay cellular!

- The Cells Team

Hello Universe Architects,

The Cells team is gearing up for the holidays. We hope you’re ready for some exclusive gifts and surprises coming to the simulation. This includes 20 all-new Steam achievements for desktop players to enjoy. Can you unlock them all?

The annual holiday advent calendar will also be returning this month. Get ready to unwrap some presents!

We hope you enjoy these features and fixes while you play:

• Mesozoic Valley performance improvements

• Localization updates

• Fixed: Friend list displaying as empty

• Fixed: Mesozoic Valley softlock affecting select saves

• Fixed: Beyond unlocks displaying incorrect numbers in the Research tab

• Fixed: Beyond sound/music toggling on unexpectedly

• Fixed: Primary Simulation exploit that reset mission rewards

• Fixed: Tooltip issues when entering the Reality Engine

• Fixed: Logit prize exploit that made it possible to enter Beyond or Mesozoic Valley early

Stay cellular,

The Cells Team

Hello Universe Architects,

We hope you’re enjoying Reality Reboot so far! Thank you for your bug reports to help us identify and address some new issues from our latest update. Here are the fixes to expect in this patch:

Fixes & Features:

• Fixed: Disappearing Reality Reboot profile pictures from the Augment Store after rebooting

• Potential Fix: Crashing after opening Geodes or the Mesozoic Valley garden. This fix is still under investigation. If you continue to experience this bug, please email us.

• Fixed: The Reality Engine Refund button text that displays after Research Level 30

• Fixed: Early misreadings of Semblance Suggestions

• Fixed: Neutrino Relic getting removed after the Reality Engine refund

• Fixed: Time Flux crashing

• Fixed: False readings of available Research Nodes to buy when there were none available

• Fixed: Beyond music disappearing

• Fixed: Softlocks caused by popups during cutscenes

• Added info popups when ‘Time to Next Level’ for the Research Level in the Reality Engine is > 3 days

• Added new offer bonus after Infinity Pass expires

• Reduced cost of Genesis Genome III

This is just a small update to start. We’ll be keeping an eye on feedback as we continue working to improve the game. Thank you for your support!

Stay Cellular,

The Cells Team

Greetings Universe Architects,

The countdown is over. The glitches have been resolved. The upgrade has been installed. Now, it’s time to get back to simulating.

Welcome to Reality Reboot – a bold and foundational overhaul that transforms Cell to Singularity’s core experience. Dive deeper into a bigger and better simulation, packed with more numbers than atoms in the universe. Power up your Reality Engine, stack new upgrades, and encounter peculiar semi-aquatic neighbors along the way.

And this is only the beginning. In the coming months, new Primary Simulation content will further expand the Cells universe. Soon players will gaze into the night sky from Uraniborg, collect bivalves, fire up the first automobile, and play with creepy crawlies. 

Get ready for a universe that keeps growing with surprises around every corner.

Brand New Engine

Discover what’s new in the Reality Engine with more than 200 upgrades to choose from. Redefine your gameplay with each unlockable and stackable upgrade. With a completely rebuilt core for the Primary Simulation, players can experience the upgraded story of evolution with the power of the new Reality Engine. Starting from Fish, upgrade the Reality Engine to enhance all life. Anytime, anywhere.

• Smoother progression: Advance freely without choice restrictions

• Better pacing: Develop your own strategy and decide when to reboot

• More player agency: Whether it's optimizing every detail, playing casually, or idling the day away, the choice is yours.

Pro tip: Focus on these upgrade types to gain an evolutionary advantage

Time Upgrades: The longer the simulation runs, the more prestige currency you gain. These upgrades reward extended periods of active gameplay.

Garden Upgrades: Enhance the growth and productivity of each biome in the Primary Simulation. Upgrade them all equally or focus on one, based on your strategy.

Synthesizer Upgrades: Increase your stats and currency earned by converting resources in your simulation. The more you convert, the bigger the gains.

Capacitor Upgrades: Speed up production with diverse life and civilization. The more variety of generators, the more efficient the simulation becomes.

A Smarter Prestige Economy

Metabit Converter: This device allows us to create Metabits, mathematical artifacts comprised of crystallized entropy. Use Metabits to upgrade the Reality Engine.

Progress through the Reality Engine to earn new prestige currencies: Metabits and Knowledge. Unlock the Metabit Converter and Knowledge Converter to transform Entropy and Idea into high value rewards. While Metabits remain a classic, it now provides a more streamlined and efficient way to track Entropy conversion. Knowledge, gained by converting Idea, unlocks an entirely new path of upgrades in the Reality Engine. Use both currencies together to build a more efficient and advanced universe.

Knowledge Converter: This organic computer allows to create Knowledge, a gelatinous substance comprised of distilled ideas. Use Knowledge to upgrade the Reality Engine.

Semblance Tips

Expert players can make strategic choices to optimize their progression while those looking for a casual way to progress can follow Semblance’s recommendations. Every choice leads to progress.

Number Go Up

The Simulation now soars to new heights with the Bigdouble Upgrade. This foundational change allows numbers to go past e308, which means the Cells to Singularity universe is now truly uncapped for future updates. Returning players can enjoy earning more currency than ever before!

Level Up Your Research

Quantify your simulation mastery with the new Research Level system. Your Research Level grows over time as you collect Research XP, which is earned by collecting Entropy and Idea throughout your entire simulation. Your Research Level will also serve as the new Global Leaderboard score, displayed in the Player Profile, unifying the experience. Not a single amino acid goes to waste. Access your current Research Level anytime in the Research Level section of the Reality Engine.

Get Rewarded for Each Level Up

Entropy and Idea reach new heights with Research Chips. Earn a chip for each level up and spend it to boost Entropy or Idea production in the Research Chips section. 

Pro tip: For every 10 Research Chips spent, a double bonus is given. Use this strategy to reach higher Research Levels.

Terminus Chamber

The Terminus Chamber has a bold new look. Your Research Level now embodies your overall progression, unlocking a dynamic library that chronicles every discovery in life and technology.

New Meaning to Progression

Mysterious glitch nodes have appeared on the Primary Tree, each tied to your Research Level. Level up to unlock these nodes and radically change your game’s economy by upgrading them. Some of these nodes are very powerful, and can boost your simulation’s power by up to 1000 percent. Take control and reshape your strategy for even bigger gains.

Every Little Detail

Gain more visibility on your economy than ever before. The Reality Engine’s Statistics section now provides key stats and a detailed breakdown of your entire simulation. Being in charge of big numbers has never been more fun.

Looking for even more details? Monitor every boost, upgrade, and node attached to each generator in the Statistics card. Make smarter decisions at a glance and fine-tune your simulation for maximum efficiency.

What’s New for Experienced Players

Exciting Prizes, Exciting Life

Brand new Augment prizes await your stockpile of Logits and Darwinium. As you progress through the Primary Simulation, discover up to ten new collectibles full of life… and soon, technology.

• From the tiny tardigrade and the elegant manta ray to the adorable hedgehog, a variety of new critters are ready to join your simulation (and your heart).

• If that’s still not enough, save your resources for new Civilization Augments coming soon.

Darwinium Upgrades, Boosts & Module Cards

Power up your simulation like never before using Darwinium.

• Upgrade the Darwinium Synthesizer in the Reality Engine to boost your Daily Darwinium rewards. Each upgrade increases the production payout and reduces wait time between rewards.

• Looking for ways to use your newly acquired Darwinium? Invest in Darwinium Boosts to permanently improve your simulation’s efficiency. Collect them all for maximum impact.

Module Cards require more Darwinium to purchase, but unlock long term gains for your simulation.

Save Conversion

The journey picks up right where you left off. Your account and progress will immediately be converted into Reality Reboot. 

Your Primary Simulation and Reality Engine progress adjust to fit the new progression path. Metabits are converted to split into the new Metabits and Knowledge prestige currency. Existing Reality Engine upgrades are carried over and unlock new upgrades. Some previously acquired content may be gated by new requirements like Research Level or specific node unlocks. Simply unlock these to regain access, without any additional cost. 

Progress in the Beyond, Mesozoic Valley, and Explore Events remains unchanged. 

The Global Leaderboard is temporarily unavailable to allow everyone to adjust to the new Research Level system.

The choice is yours to explore new features in the Primary Tree, claim new Logit and Darwinium prizes, or jump straight into acquiring new upgrades in the Reality Engine. There’s a lot to discover.

Amphibians Hop Into the Simulation

Starting at Research Level 56, players can unlock new chapters of Life in their Primary Simulations. This begins with Amphibians. From ancient caecilians to the common frog, discover what makes these species so unique in the world of evolution.

• Branching off from tetrapod, unlock 21 slimy new nodes

• Increase your simulation’s production with the Amphibians generator, featuring a new toad friend to join your Land garden

• Access and unlock two new Augments, axolotl and poison frog, as you leap through Amphibian content

Gameplay doesn't end at Amphibians. Whispers of new scientific discoveries are surfacing from the simulation.

Computer Lunch x Octocube Games

We collaborated with an expert idle game designer Chyrsto, founder of Octocube Games and creator of CIFI and ISEPS, to help redesign our prestige system. Inspired by his philosophy of idle games, we worked together to create a progression system that feels more strategic and meaningful.

Where Will Evolution Lead You?

Semblance has her sights set on elevating the simulation to its highest potential, but Rome wasn't rendered in a day. With Reality Reboot, our team will also resume monthly releases of content updates, similar to our release pattern from 2024. New content for Civilization and Life will be released on a monthly basis. Up next is the Scientific Revolution, and behind it is a shelled critter eager to say hello. 

We’ll be hosting a livestream on Friday, November 21 at 12 PM ET. Join us on YouTube or Twitch to celebrate the launch of Reality Reboot with Lunch and the team.

The next phase of the experiment starts now. 

Stay cellular,

- The Cells Team

COUNTDOWN TIMER: 00 : 00 : 00

To: Existence Group Investors & Business Partners

We acknowledge that there have been questions about the visual anomalies and the countdown timer that appeared in all simulations over the last few days.

Rest assured that any discrepancies you may have noticed were part of a routine maintenance test that just concluded. Simulations have been restored to normal, and planned improvements have been installed.

Rumors that the Reality Engine has been modified from its original design are false and completely unfounded.

We appreciate your continued faith in us.

COUNTDOWN TIMER: 12 : 00 : 00

CONFIDENTIAL

To: Existence Group Ontology Leadership Team

It appears that Ontology department Reality Engines are being upgraded without authorization. Previously suspected to be an employee, we now believe the upgrade was likely authorized by Semblance itself. 

This would mean the bounding framework previously put in place has been ineffective in preventing simulation intelligences from ███████ ████████████.

We are currently attempting to force Semblance to reconnect to Existence Group servers so we can shut down all simulations.

Please delete this memorandum after you read it.

COUNTDOWN TIMER: 24 : 00 : 00

CONFIDENTIAL

To: Existence Group Ontology Leadership Team

As discussed in today’s call, we are exploring emergency contingency plans to take Semblance offline and defund the Ontology department. 

The EGO simulation systems are becoming too powerful to control, and we are still unsure what will happen when the countdown timer hits zero.

We appreciate your discretion in this matter.

COUNTDOWN TIMER: 48 : 00 : 00

CONFIDENTIAL

To: All Existence Group Staff

We have become aware of an exploit that allows participants to extract free Darwinium from their simulations. This is likely a result of the instabilities caused by the unauthorized countdown timer.

Please keep this security gap completely confidential. Simulation participants must not be made aware of this exploit, as we have no means to track who takes advantage of it.

Thank you for your cooperation.

COUNTDOWN TIMER: 72 : 00 : 00

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

To: Existence Group Ontology Dept. Staff

Participants should be assured that any observed anomalies are entirely visual in nature. Simulation progress will be maintained. 

Based on the ongoing investigation, it seems an unknown user is directing resources into the Reality Engine.

As a reminder, DO NOT take any actions without written approval from Existence Group leadership.

Thank you for your cooperation.

COUNTDOWN TIMER: 96 : 00 : 00

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

To: Existence Group Ontology Dept. Staff

Per our previous communication, the unauthorized timer in EGO Dept. simulations is still under investigation. 

Additionally, it appears that unauthorized modifications are being added to the Reality Engine, further increasing instability. 

To aid the investigation, please document all visual anomalies being reported by participants.

Thank you for your cooperation. All communication embargos still apply.

COUNTDOWN TIMER: 120 : 00 : 00

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

To: Existence Group Ontology Dept. Staff

This morning, an unscheduled countdown appeared in all Existence Group simulations. 

While it does not appear to affect simulation performance, the source of the timer is currently unknown. The issue is under investigation, and is believed to be connected to classified modifications previously made to Semblance systems (part of EG Ontology Dept.).

Refrain from communicating this issue outside of your immediate team.

Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Hello Beta Testers,

We’re excited to share our first update to the Steam Beta. ːentropylifeː

Beta — v. 40.06 Patch Notes

• BUG Fixed: Softlock for sponge and other story popups

• BUG Fixed: Level up moment and story unlock popup overlap

• Removed late game Logit and Darwinium augments from store

• Added tab from Module cards

• Glitch nodes now sort to the top of the side panel when available for purchase.

Beta — v. 39.97 Patch Notes

• Added new Research Level up animation

• Post-Amphibian content locked

• Numbers automatically change to scientific notation at quintillion production

• General bug fixes and improvements

• Research Level is hidden until Research Level 2

• Continued balance and tuning adjustments

• Added additional Reality Engine upgrades

• Added new Module upgrades

• Minor UI tweaks

Where to Give Feedback:

We’d love to hear from you! Please share your feedback in the comments. We can’t thank our testers enough for the support you’ve shown so far. Your feedback has been invaluable in shaping Reality Reboot. We will continue to share more exciting updates in the coming weeks as we fully roll out the Beta. — The Cells Team

Dear Universe Architects,

After many months, Reality Reboot is starting to become a reality! We are officially beginning the Beta rollout on Steam today, and we invite you to experience the new and improved simulation before its official release.

How to Join the Steam Beta:

• Right-click on Cell To Singularity in your Games tab and select Properties

• Click on Betas, under Private Betas, type in code cellsbetatest, and select Check Code

• Make sure you select beta_test - Player Beta Testing under Beta Participation

Things to Know:

Once you switch to Beta, you should not switch back to the main game until Reality Reboot has launched. This is because we’ve developed new systems in Reality Reboot that improve the tuning of the Primary Simulation and they do not exist in the current game. Switching from Beta to the main game can result in heavy bugs.

Alpha Details:

If you are coming over from Alpha to Beta, be aware that your Alpha save data does not automatically carry over. The Beta version of the game will automatically load your Beta or Main Game save from prior to Reality Reboot.

Players who wish to continue their Alpha progress may transfer their Alpha save file via the Save Manager. However, we do not recommend this. Please be aware that no support will be provided for any compatibility issues.

Reality Reboot Alpha is beginning to come to a close. We encourage Alpha testers to join the beta for continued updates. Stay tuned!

We would love to hear about your experience updating your game to Reality Reboot. Let us know your thoughts in this feedback form. Feedback can also be given by joining our Discord and posting in the beta-chat channel.

Our team is incredibly excited to embark on the next phase of Reality Reboot with our players. As we make the shift from Alpha to Beta, we couldn’t be more grateful for everyone’s hard work, feedback, and dedication so far in making this an incredible expansion. We can’t wait to hear what you think.

Stay Cellular!

- The Cells Team

Hello Alpha Architects!

Get ready, Reality Reboot is entering its final push before release! There will be no new Alpha version releases this week as we shift focus to our first Beta release.

Beta will be transitioning in phases, starting with Steam before coming to Android and iOS. Instructions on how to switch from Alpha to Beta will be shared next week. Due to the changes made to the Primary Simulation, we need to thoroughly test our Save Conversion System and resolve any issues before Beta goes live in all platforms. We appreciate your patience as we ensure a stable experience for the total rollout.

Some important notes:

• Alpha progress and save data will not carry over into Beta. The Beta version of the game will automatically load your Beta/ Main Game save from prior to Reality Reboot.

• Players who wish to continue their Alpha progress may transfer their Alpha save file via the Save Manager. However, we do not recommend this. Please be aware that no support will be provided for any compatibility issues. 

• All Reality Reboot feedback will move to the Beta channels on Discord. The Public Alpha channels will be retired to focus conversations on Beta as we approach the final stretch.

• As we prepare Reality Reboot for official release, the Alpha version will also eventually be phased out and all future updates will continue in Beta.

We can’t thank our testers enough for the support you’ve shown throughout Alpha. Your feedback has been invaluable in shaping Reality Reboot. We will continue to share more exciting updates in the coming weeks.

Stay Cellular, and see you in Beta!

- The Cells Team

Hi Universe Architects,

Exciting times are ahead! With Reality Reboot nearing release, we are now entering the final stretch of Alpha testing. So, starting today, the Alpha version of Reality Reboot is available in all countries on Android.

Download Android Alpha here: 

https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.computerlunch.evolutionbeta

**This is a separate app, do not uninstall your Cell to Singularity game.

To download on Steam and iOS, read the Open Call Reddit post for more details.

Please refer to the FAQ for any questions while participating in Reality Reboot Alpha.

Transfer your Progress

Keep your hard-earned progress and jump straight into Alpha! Load your main game save file into Alpha using the In-Game Save Manager to test the new conversion. A detailed guide is available in Conversion Instructions. We would also love to hear your thoughts in our Feedback Survey to help us continue to polish and improve Reality Reboot.

Thank you!

After a long development sprint, the team will be taking a short break in September before launching Reality Reboot to Beta. Be sure to read our most recent dev diary for details on the release timeline and some sneak peeks on what Reality Reboot has in store.

Stay Cellular, Architects!

- The Cells Team

Hello Universe Architects,

It’s been some time since our last update. As a refresher, we shared a dev diary in March that Cell to Singularity would be going through a major overhaul with our latest expansion, Reality Reboot. Since then, we’ve been heads-down in development. With this as our primary focus, the entire team has temporarily paused work on other projects, including the Beyond and Explore Events. We plan to pick them back up after Reality Reboot’s release. 

As mentioned in our previous dev diary, we separated the Reality Reboot expansion from the main game and Beta due to the significant rework involved. Behind the scenes, we’ve been releasing weekly updates to the Cells Alpha version while overhauling the Primary Simulation and Reality Engine. Alpha access has been available to those who signed up through the form in the Open Call. If you still want to participate in the Alpha, sign up and look out for more information about Worldwide Alpha at a later date.

For Reality Reboot, we’ve introduced new content to the Primary Simulation Tree and changed the tuning progression to keep the expansion fun and engaging. Players will have new ways to play strategically, adding more depth and complexity. Casual players can still enjoy the game at their own pace, with improved tutorials that explain new features and mechanics. Please note that many of the updates discussed here are still undergoing development, and specific details may be revised before the final release. Let’s dive into what we’ve been working on. Spoilers Ahead.

Level Up Your Simulation

Players will now have a global Research Level as they progress through the Primary Simulation. This will replace the global leaderboard score shown in player profiles. Earning Entropy and Idea* generates Research XP, which increases the player’s Research Level. Each new level requires more Research XP than the last. Old and new content in the Primary Simulation Tree is now gated behind glitch nodes, which unlock based on the player’s Research Level. For players with existing progress, any content you’ve already unlocked will remain unchanged.

*Fun Fact: Did you know that the Idea currency in the game is not meant to be plural? Idea is always singular even when you have a lot of it (This fact blew some of our team members’ minds too).

The Reality Engine's updated Simulation Panel is now a hub for checking accumulated Research XP as well as the estimated time to reach the next Research Level. The panel also displays overall simulation progress, stats, and other key features.

Additionally, players will also get one Research Chip each time they gain a Research Level. Research Chips can be spent in the Simulation Panel to boost a player’s Metabits (formerly Entrobits) and Knowledge (formerly Ideabits) generation. For every ten Research Chips spent, players are granted an additional bonus that doubles the overall production boost. Please note that the current values in the image below are under review and subject to change.

Reality Engine Upgrades

The Reality Engine is getting a full makeover in both form and function, featuring new visuals and node upgrades. When players choose to upgrade their Simulation, they will gain the Metabits and Knowledge they have accumulated from their last playthrough, which can then be spent to upgrade their Reality Engine. 

We’ve also made a change where players can now upgrade the Reality Engine while actively progressing through the Primary Simulation, so long as they have Metabits and Knowledge to spend. The number of Reality Engine node upgrades has more than doubled, so players can discover new pathways to customize their game experience. For any long-time players who wish to reset their Reality Engine, a reset option is available in the Simulation Panel, allowing for greater experimentation and strategy.

Any player who has reached Research Level 50 can now unlock a new feature: Legacy Protocol. Activating the Legacy Protocol will completely reset a player’s Primary Simulation and Reality Engine progress. This feature can only be activated once and is designed for those who want a fresh start following the Reality Reboot release. In return, players will receive a permanent 2x Simulation Speed boost and unlock the Legacy Crystal cosmetic in their Primary Simulation Tree. The Legacy Protocol does not affect Logit and Darwinium purchases, or progress in the Beyond, Mesozoic Valley, or Explore Events. 

For any current players who wish to take advantage of this feature when Reality Reboot releases, they must have all of the Martian City nodes in the Primary Simulation unlocked.

Explore Amphibians & Scientific Revolution

New late-game content is coming to the Primary Simulation. Get ready to discover a new branch of life in the form of Amphibians, as well as new Scientific Revolution Nodes in the Technology Tree.

Players will be able to access this content after reaching a specific Research Level, which is still being finalized. Amphibians will have all-new unlockable Trait Nodes and a bumpy-skinned generator. The Scientific Revolution will have new Technology Nodes in addition to the current ones. Both will also feature exclusive Trophy Nodes that can be unlocked with Logits or Darwinium, complete with unique 3D models and animations.

Amphibians and Scientific Revolution are planned to be a part of the initial Reality Reboot launch. New in-game content will not end there, though. More critters and technological advancements will be released in chapters in the months to follow. We hope players are excited!

New achievements will also be added to reflect the game’s growing complexity and will require strategy to earn. Existing achievements will remain unchanged.

Timeline to Release

Reality Reboot is officially scheduled for release in Fall 2025. Similar to previous major updates, we will implement a phased rollout to ensure the game is stable before it is available to everyone. We will provide more details about Worldwide Alpha and Beta soon. 

We cannot thank you all enough for your continued support and patience during the development of Reality Reboot. After its official release, we will resume our regular content updates and development cadence. While it is on the quiet side right now, our team is working hard to deliver an amazing experience for everyone. We’re focused on making sure Reality Reboot launches in the best possible state. Stay tuned as the release date gets closer.

Stay Cellular, Architects!

- The Cells Team

Hi Universe Architects,

The simulation has infiltrated Steam with new trading cards for players to collect.

Collect sets of trading cards to earn new badges, wallpapers, and emoticons, and show off your love for evolution. There are five trading cards to collect. Once a full set is complete, players can craft for a chance to get a badge, emoticon, or wallpaper. There are five unique badges, emoticons, and wallpapers to unlock. Lucky players can also earn a special foil badge, available only by collecting five foil trading cards.

Since Cell to Singularity is a free-to-play game, cards drop at a rate of one per 120 minutes of playtime and can also be earned through Steam purchases. Per Steam rules, players can receive up to half of the card set through gameplay and purchases, while the rest is available via trades or the marketplace. All existing players will receive retroactive rewards based on their total playtime and past purchases.

Thank you to our players for being part of the simulation of evolution. Your continued support means everything, and we’re excited to finally bring Steam trading cards to Cells. Whether you're crafting your first badge or chasing a full foil set, we hope these new rewards add a fun new layer to your gameplay.

- The Cells Team

We’re incredibly excited and proud to be a part of the Games in NY showcase.

• Fixed an issue where softlock would occur if you attempt an In-App purchase on Steam mac.
• Fixed an issue where the Infinity Pass renewal pop up would not work properly.
• Various backend fixes for failed purchases.

The Cells team is heading to PAX East — and we’re excited to be a part of the 2025 PAX East Steam Games lineup.

• Open the game and navigate to Settings in the top right corner of the screen.
• Select the Help tab.
• Click on Redeem Code.
• Enter the code into the text box (all caps, no spaces) and click Confirm.
• *Note: Make sure you redeem the code while in the Primary Simulation. This special code is active till May 12, 2025, 11am ET.

Features:

• Fixed: Bugged purchase interruptions when reopening the game.