Salvage Shop Simulator news & patch notes

We’re back with another update focused on polishing gameplay, fixing reported issues, and improving overall experience across the shop. Thanks for all the feedback — it really helps us track down problems and make the game better with each update.

Gameplay & Systems

• Fixed customer behavior — high prices now correctly result only in dissatisfaction (no unintended reactions)

• Improved unique item spawning logic

• Fixed issues with unusual items appearing at Rockabilly

Vehicles & Interaction

• Increased colliders and trigger areas for the first vehicle for more reliable interactions

Fixes & Improvements

• Fixed camera issues during alligator repair

• Fixed stuttering when packing items for auctions

• Fixed teleport position for items from the safety grid (Shop 3)

• Fixed NPC pathing and blocking issues in Shop 3

• Various fixes and improvements to Shop 3 scene

Localization

• Localization update

Manual

• Added a new card to the manual

• Fixed missing text in the manual

We’re continuously working on improvements and optimizations more updates are on the way. If you encounter any issues, feel free to share your feedback with us.

Thanks for playing!

We’re rolling out another solid batch of fixes, improvements, and quality-of-life changes based directly on your feedback. This update focuses on better interactions, improved physics, auction balancing, and overall polish across the game.

Gameplay & Interaction Improvements

• Blocked crouching inside vehicles to prevent clipping through roofs

• Improved item colliders in the truck + increased pickup trigger to better detect small items on the ground

• Item actions for condition < 1 are now correctly dependent on condition type

• Fixed multiple issues with workshop item interactions

• Added protection against interacting with the workshop when holding an item at 100% condition

• Fixed stacking issues for items dropped by customers

• Fixed fusion battery behavior

Vehicles & World Fixes

• Fixed strange collider near the car in the second shop

• Improved colliders on the van (third vehicle)

• General fixes for object placement and interaction consistency

Visual & UI Updates

• Fixed outline issues on banknotes and coins

• Added paint preview option

• Corrected item value display in auction summary

• Added estimated container value and scanned item value during scanning

• Added scanned item value to auction bidding screen

• Improved EXP display when reaching max level

• Fixed tutorial hints (cabinet purchase stage) and blocked scrolling in furniture shop

Audio Improvements

• Improved sound effects when receiving cash and giving change

Auction & Economy Changes

• Introduced a limit for large items in auctions

• Reduced number of dirty and damaged items in auctions (excluding damaged containers)

• Fixed excess item display at Rockabilly

• Increased loan limit

• Increased reward for discarding items (from 5 → 25)

Additional Fixes

• Fixed hammer visibility when exiting cabinet-moving mode

This update should make the overall experience smoother, more predictable, and more enjoyable—especially during auctions, item handling, and daily shop operations.

Thanks for all your reports and feedback keep it coming!

Hello!

We’ve just rolled out a new update with a range of gameplay improvements, fixes, and quality-of-life changes. Here’s what’s new:

Gameplay & Systems

• Added a safety net system for items

• Added a player safety net + teleport fallback (just in case!)

• Improved item rotation behavior – items no longer rotate instantly on grab; first rotation snaps properly, then works as before

• Hammer now appears when moving cabinets to clearly indicate the active mode

UI & UX Improvements

• Added paint preview feature (👁 icon)

• Updated paint interaction from “Buy” → “Paint” for better clarity

• You can now exit the checkout view while serving customers or giving change

• Improved auction window visuals (removed odd spacing issues)

• Added images to popups for better readability

Economy & Progression

• Levels up now reward $1000

Fixes

• Fixed gold bar flickering (dirty texture issue)

• Fixed sound for the golden alligator item

• Preloading items on slower systems

• Fixes for third store geometry issues

• Performance optimizations for low end systems

• More loading backgrounds

• Tutorial softlock fix

Localization

• Updated and improved translations

New Items

We’ve added a bunch of new items for you to discover, collect, and sell:

• Ancient Rocking Chair

• Ancient Armor

• Casket

• Coffee Mill

• Gramophone

• Dark Ring

• Genie Lamp

• Jewelry Box

• Judah Coin Box

• Old Clock

• Old Compass

• Old Witch Painting

• Spyglass

• Voodoo Doll

• Weltron Radio

• Horn

• Metal Pot

We’re constantly reading your feedback and watching how you play. A lot of these changes come directly from your reports and suggestions, so thank you for that it really helps us shape the game in the right direction.

We’re still early in development and there’s plenty more to improve, but step by step we’re making the experience smoother and more enjoyable. If you run into any issues or have ideas, don’t hesitate to share them with us.

Hello Salvagers,

First of all, thank you for all the feedback, bug reports, and support since the launch of Salvage Shop Simulator. We’ve been carefully reading your comments on Steam and other channels. Your feedback helps us improve the game and shape the next updates.

Today we’re releasing Update #1, which focuses on gameplay improvements, fixes, and quality-of-life changes.

Changes and Improvements

• Customers now wait longer in the queue – waiting time increased from 30 to 50 seconds.

• Queue timing improved – customers now wait 5 seconds longer per queue position.

• Pause when Alt-Tabbing – the game now pauses when switching out of the game window.

• Queue system fixes – improvements and safeguards to prevent customers from getting stuck.

• Scanner tab added along with a clearer explanation of the trash container system in auctions.

• Item cleaning updated for some objects.

• Improved item valuation panel.

• Updated translations.

• Improved font in the item cleaning panel.

• Updated icon for the BoardGame item.

• Re-encoded videos to ensure they work properly on all devices.

• Tutorial fix – the trash container in the tutorial no longer waits for packing to finish before opening.

• Easier trash bag packing in containers.

• Option to mute AI sounds added to the settings.

We will also continue working on performance improvements and optimization in the upcoming updates.

If you experience any issues, please contact us at

[email protected]

and we will do our best to help.

Also, remember that item prices can be adjusted using the scanner tool. To use it:

It’s Here!

The day has finally arrived - Salvage Shop Simulator is now available! After months of development, testing, and polishing, we’re incredibly excited to finally welcome you into the world of salvage trading. Thank you to everyone who followed the game and supported us along the way. Today marks the beginning of your journey as a salvage shop owner. For those just joining us, here’s a quick look at what you can expect in Salvage Shop Simulator.

Run Your Own Salvage Shop

Container Auctions

Cleaning & Restoration

Appraisals

Build Your Salvage Empire

Special offer

We have prepared some special offers for you:

Thank You!

Hello there!

Work on Salvage Shop Simulator is still ongoing - and we’re not stopping here. Since the demo’s release, the game has undergone a huge transformation - we have added many new features, improved existing systems, and expanded the most important elements of gameplay.

Shops – from ruin to profit

• We have added a system for purchasing, renovating, and running three separate shops. From now on, players have the opportunity to purchase additional locations that are waiting to be restored to their former glory

• Each shop presents a new challenge - different shop sizes, more items to clean or repair, and a completely new location

• Players can customize the colour of the walls, move shop shelves, and create a unique interior layout. It's your shop - design it however you like!

New bidders, new auction location

• The auction system has become much more dynamic. We have added new types of NPCs who react differently to the course of the auction - some take risks, while others play it safe

• New location - auctions are moving to a new location! Now, in addition to the existing Port, auctions are also held at the Freight Depot

• Freight Depot is a large transhipment point full of hidden treasures in containers

• Win auctions, acquire goods, and grow your business!

Vehicles: bigger, better, more spacious

• Transportation has also undergone expansion. Players now have the opportunity to unlock other car models useful for transporting auction items

• The game already features several vehicles with different load capacities – a van, a pickup truck, and even a lorry! Each of these vehicles has its own unique design and different load capacity - the bigger it is, the better its load capacity

• As you progress through the game, you will need a vehicle with greater load capacity - manage your resources and invest in an upgraded vehicle!

What’s next?

• We are not only working on new features, but also constantly introducing improvements to increase stability, performance and overall gameplay quality

• Don't wait, add Salvage Shop Simulator to your wishlist

 See you soon!

Demo & Steam Page Now Live! 

Step into the world of reclaimed goods and see if you have an eye for hidden gems in Salvage Shop Simulator!

Our free single-player demo is now available - and the official Steam page is live!

In this vertical slice, you'll:

• Join your first container auction

• Search through salvaged items and bid against NPCs

• Clean and appraise what you win

• Sell items in your shop and set your own prices

• Learn the core gameplay loop of acquiring, trading and growing your business!

Each container has been pulled from the water, and you only get 10 seconds to peek before bidding starts. Can you spot the treasure in the trash?

Reinvest your earnings, upgrade your store, and build your reputation as a top-tier salesperson.

Try the demo now and wishlist Salvage Shop Simulator! Time to turn trash into treasure: Please remember that the Demo is an early alpha version of the game and may contain significant bugs.