Ultimate Theater Simulator news & patch notes

Hey everyone, we just released a minor update, 1.3.9! This update includes a bathroom expansion, an office calendar, & bug fixes. Check out the change log at the bottom of this message.

We know we've been pretty quiet lately, and we wanted to give you all a quick update on what's been happening behind the scenes.

Life has been busy for both of us devs recently, and we've been dealing with some major real-world commitments, including moving and other personal responsibilities. While progress has been slower than we'd like, development is still going on.

We're currently working on an Arcade Expansion that will introduce new content and give players more reasons to invest in their arcade space. We're also developing a system that will allow players to obtain and use older movie tapes again, something we've seen requested quite a bit.

In addition to game development, we've been working through the process of bringing the game to PlayStation. Console development has taken a significant amount of our time, but we're excited for the opportunity to bring the game to a whole new audience.

We appreciate everyone who's continued to play, report bugs, and support the game while we've been quieter than usual. Thank you for sticking with us, and we'll have more to share as these larger features get closer to release.

v1.3.9 Change log:

Additions/Changes

• Added Genre label to movie tapes.

• Office now has a Calendar that displays when to expect new movie releases and the upcoming weather.

• New Expansion: Bathrooms expansion :toilet:

• New Weather Type: Rain

• Minor optimizations.

Fixes

• Fixed twitch integration not authorizing.

• Fixed custom images could cause game crashes.

• Fixed boxes were being pushed by cars (boxes that were already pushed out of bounds should teleport back in-bounds).

• Fixed some problems with Worker AI not navigating.

Hey everyone we just released an update, 1.3.8! This update includes Steam Deck Support, QOL improvements, and bug fixes. We also started working on the next major update so get ready for some new content soon!

v1.3.8 Change log: Additions/Changes

• Controller back button now hides tablet.

• Added QoL to checking out customers, you can now click on the customer to grab their payment or give them food/drink.

• Added corner table for stylized tables.

• General optimizations, should see improved performance.

Fixes

• Fixed time on tablet.

• Potentially fixed custom movies on Mac.

• Fixed a bug with customer hands not coming up during check out.

• Fixed a bug causing popularity to randomly decrease.

• Fixed an issue with dirt spots showing up outside.

• Fixed an issue with the ticket selection UI.

Hey everyone, the Christmas Update is here, 1.3.7! This update includes improvements to Security, Christmas decor, new Tables, a TABLET, gameplay fixes, & of course Snow! v1.3.7 Change log: Additions/Changes

• Added Christmas decor & Snow.

• Security workers can now watch security cameras from the TV in the office. This means you no longer require a worker per area, giving you more workers for other things.

• Added the Tablet, allowing you to take the computer on the go. Unlockable at level 12.

• Added Snow to theater map.

• Added Storage room expansion.

• Added 4 new tables.

• Added new Mini fridge placeable.

• Added a placeable theater room status sign.

• Disabled advanced video player by default, you can opt in to use it in the game settings.

• Couches are now paintable. (also made them look a little nicer)

• Movie Projector's setup time now has a minimum of 30 minutes.

• "Customer has left because their movie has already started..." notification now includes the theater room number.

Fixes

• Fixed UI scaling wrong for some languages.

• Fixed unable to place things on some walls.

• Fixed issue with Credit card machine breaking the player camera.

• Fixed issue with Demo badge showing on top left of main menu even in full game.

• Fixed should only play 4DX effects when player is in the room.

Hey everyone, we just pushed our next update, 1.3.6. It contains more customization options, official twitch integration, improved video playback, and more! On top of that, we're happy to announce Ultimate Theater Simulator is officially available on macOS through Steam! Check out the change log.

v.1.3.6.2 Change log:

Additions/Changes

• Added macOS support.

• Added new Customization feature ~ texture overlays!

• Added Twitch integration allowing streamers to interact with their chat in-game.

• Added Game Tips menu allowing you to view previous tips.

• Added a much improved and up-to-date video player system.

• Added Office Chair decor item.

• Improved save/load menu UI.

• Improved Controller support.

• Customers can no longer navigate through the back door, making it a worker-only door.

• Lowered max popularity increase change amount.

Fixes

• Fixed missing characters in some translations.

• Fixed custom posters causing lag on load.

• Fixed TableWithChairs collider size.

• Fixed issues with pasting HEX color values with the color picker.

• Fixed issue with boxes following workers.

• Fixed line separators not saving correctly.

• Fixed blackjack place bet UI wasn't showing.

• Fixed minor steam deck UI fixes.

Hey everyone, we just pushed our first MAJOR UPDATE allowing you to create your own movie tapes! We've packed a lot into this update, including new additions, tons of bug fixes, QOL improvements, & improvements for gamepad/steam deck users. Check out the change log:

v1.3.5 - The Custom Tapes Update Change log:

Additions/Changes

• Added Custom Movie Tape Creation.

• Added Large Cup Holder.

• Added 3 new Boombox tracks.

• Added 2 Golden Statue placeables.

• Customers now have names.

• Refactored how save slots work, allowing unlimited save slots.

• QOL: Allow moving Computer.

• QOL: Allow placing items on the Sidewalk.

• QOL: Allow speeding up time when movies are playing.

• QOL: Allow escaping out of claw machine interaction.

• QOL: Allow closing a register while customers are in line.

• QOL: Automatically dequip held tool when picking up trash item.

• QOL: Increased crosswalk walk-time, allowing better customer flow.

• Balanced pricing for Plushies.

• Balanced leveling progression.

• Balance bathroom spills/dirt.

• Allow painting Ice Cream Cooler.

• Improved Report a Bug system for better support.

• Improved controller bindings settings menu.

Fixes

• Fixed customers not despawning/spawning.

• Fixed doors.

• Fixed issues with Movie Projector when using a gamepad.

• Fixed issues when throwing multiple items.

• Fixed rare issue when placing checkout register causing a soft lock.

• Fixed held items had a black overlay on Linux hardware.

• Fixed Cooked Pizza had frozen pizza icon in inventory UI.

• Fixed wasn't able to rebind scroll wheel action.

• Fixed screen rendering issues.

• Various fixes with AI Pathfinding.

• Attempt fix problems with loading very large save files.

• On-screen keyboard wasn't showing on steam deck.

• Removed films that had issues with Youtube's content ID system.

• Remodeled Surround Sound speakers, no longer blocking the screen.

Hey everyone, back with another update. The list includes the changes from last post since they weren't in an official update, check out the change log.

v.1.3.4 Change log:

Additions/Changes

• You can now grab/take items from boxes stored in storage.,

• Tweaked customer spawning values and increased max customers amount.,

• Slightly tweaked janitors to hopefully help with cleaning spills/dirt.,

• Stockers now prioritize least filled shelves when stocking,

• Added outlines to storage containers to help visualize.,

• Slightly buffed workers walk speed.,

• Customers items now revert back to containers if they leave due to closing, or being late. Items only drop now if no space on shelves.,

• Shop items now show you how many you have in stock.,

Fixes

• Fixed items on the floor being picked up by a box, stocker assumed item as a dropped item.,

• Fixed Cotton Candy not being able to be picked up.,

• Fixed Slushy Machine with workers,

• Fixed movie pirates not being stopped by security.,

• Potentially fixed items scaling oddly in containers.,

• Fixed pizza machine.,

• Fixed line separators being interacted with when holding an item.

Hey everyone, back with another update. We fixed some bugs and improved the storage shelves, check out the change log. v.1.3.3 Change log: Additions/Changes

• Added Cotton Candy Holder.,

• Storage Shelves can now store boxes like any other shelf and neatly displays the item/quantity (boxes already stacked, should be automatically stored in a shelf),,

• Boxes are now stack-able.,

• Added setting to disable head-bobbing.,

• Janitors now only prioritize trash cans if they are completely full.,

Fixes

• Fixed customer food was still visually full after watching movie.,

• Fixed issues with customers getting stuck.,

• Fixed issues with customers sitting mid-air.,

• Potentially fixed videos not playing.,

• Fixed bug with selling food items at insane rates.,

• Fixed custom signs not saving materials.,

• Fixed line separators not saving its connections.,

• Fixed multiple issues with items staying in your hands.,

• Fixed events were happening before opening the theater.,

• Reworked a lot of the machines to "hopefully" fix workers getting stuck.,

• Fixed heat lamp pizzas not going back on load in.,

• Potentially fixed customers spawn rate dropping the more you play.,

• Added more safety checks when saving game to stop corruption.

Hey everyone, back with another update. More bug fixes! Check out the change log.

v.1.3.2 Change log:

Additions/Changes

• Stun gun is now purchasable from the Black Market Dealer.,

• Plants can now be scaled.,

• Janitors now prioritize emptying trash cans.,

Fixes

• Fixed issues with inventory not working & tools not spawning.,

• Made changes to the movie file video codecs, this should allow them to be played on non-Windows devices like the Steam deck.,

• Fixed Card transactions was taking player off the register.,

• Rewrote a lot of how the stockers work. They now assign themselves to a container so other stockers won't try to stock the same thing.,

• Fixed light bulbs being fixed from trash picker.,

• Negative reviews for expensive items now includes the item name.,

• Fixed worker making cotton candy getting stuck.,

• Fixed water gun spills counting XP.,

• Fixed putting trash items into inventory bug.,

• Fixed heat trays on load not showing food item as full.

Hey everyone, we're back with another update. This one includes some additions including a new employee, rebalancing prices and unlock levels, and some gameplay fixes. Side note, we had some problems with our last update yesterday and had to revert it. So if you've seen the previous 1.3.1 change log, you're not crazy, we just pushed too early! Check out the change log.

v.1.3.1 Change log:

Additions/Changes

• Added new employee Hailey Williams.,

• Added Line Separator furniture item.,

• Added highlights when in Assign Workstation mode. (I plan to make these even more obvious next update),

• Added movie projector upgrade game tip.,

• Rebalanced workers unlock level & service fees.,

• Allow trash bags in inventory.,

• Made storage room bigger.,

• Replaced Arcade Machine music.,

• Customers phones now emit light.,

Fixes

• Fixed bugs with loading large save files.,

• Customers can now break out out line when a new register opens.,

• Improved map doors.,

• Fixed various movie screen issues.,

• Fixed Theater room seats not updating their mesh on load.,

• Fixed issues with placing items outside of the map.,

• Fixed trash objects not spawning after movies.,

• Fixed worker issues with nachos.,

• Fixed bug with workers quitting if paid after midnight.,

• Fixed bug with losing popularity from movie with low hype.

Hey everyone, we just pushed another daily update which includes some minor bug fixes & changes to various sounds & music. Check out the change log.

v1.3.0 Change log:

Changes/Additions

• Added ambient music.,

• Replaced casino music.,

• Stockers now prioritize containers instead of dropped items.,

• Tweaked a lot of sounds in game causing it to sound quiet.,

Fixes

• Fixed ice cream machine collider.,

• Potentially fixed Hotdogs/Pizza from stopping workers.,

• Fixed a bug with having to put both tape and bulb in projector multiple times.,

• Fixed movies not looping.,

• Fixed throwing items.,

• Fixed lighting in theater 1.

Hey everyone, we wanted to say thank you for playing and enjoying our game. It's amazing to see everyone sharing their theaters and overall giving such good feedback and suggestions. We are getting really close to a content update where we can focus on adding more. Until then, checkout the change log

v1.2.9 Change log:

Changes/Additions

• Added game settings to disable events for cozy players.,

• Allow placing pizza in the pizza machine from a box.,

• Simplified movie projector interactions when taking bulb or movie tape out.,

• Boombox can now be set to local space to hear it everywhere, or world space to hear it in 3d.,

• Customers now react to being hit with the Water gun, Nerf gun, and cigarette smoke.,

Fixes

• Fixed a good amount of issues with workers getting stuck.,

• Fixed interacting with workers when holding tools.,

• Fixed settings menu in game not updating audio.,

• Fixed cotton candy machine being able to be placed on ground.,

• Fixed a duplication bug with boxes.,

• Fixed an issue with blackjack and controllers.,

• Fixed reviews saying "r".,

• Fixed heat trays.,

• Fixed customer lines being messed up.,

• Fixed employees not saving there last workstation.,

• Minor bug fixes and improvements.

Hey everyone, we're getting closer to our first content update, which will include the custom movie tapes but for now, we're pushing more fixes & needed additions.

v1.2.8 Change log:

Changes/Additions

• NEW - Added the Nacho Container holder.

• Customers don't complain about newly unlocked food items until 1 level after unlocking it.

• Lowered robbery limit to $300.

• Knocking out robbers after a robbery now gives you your money back.

• Added various missing sounds.

• Updated tutorial to include showing the Movie Projector screen.

• Clapping only happens at end of movie now.

• More balancing!

Fixes

• Fixed delivery trucks getting stuck.

• Fixed sometimes customers not buying from heat tray.

• Fixed Security wasn't always working.

• Fixed customers stop spawning after a while.

• Fixed missing localization with Movie Projector.

• Fixed issue with setting worker salary.

• Fixed pizza machine stopping checkout line.

• Fixed issue with customers leaving when movie starts.

• Fixed customers walking outside occasionally gets stuck.

Hey everyone, we've been working endlessly fixing the bugs we received, it's now time for a patch update. This update does not include the custom movie tapes system as I'm still finalizing some things, we will have it in soon!

More additions coming soon.

v.1.2.6 Change log:

Additions

• Hot Dog Bun Holder

• Right click pizza heat lamp to also set price.

• During tutorial customers will always buy chips.

• Slot machine balances and lowered price.

Fixes

• Fixed lightbulbs not breaking.

• Fixed Workers not returning next day.

• Fixed security workers following customers and never coming back.

• Fixed Janitors no longer slip and fall.

• Fixed Stockers stocking unset shelves when told not to.

• Fixed wall materials not updating upgradable walls.

• Fixed hex code input field not working.

• Fixed customers dropping items after they bought them.

• Fixed end of day ui being behind box ui.

• Fixed popcorn machine door material.

• Fixed boxes going through walls when throwing.

• Fixed projector items not persisting after upgrades.

• Fixed trucks getting stuck.

• Fixed worker salaries changing wrong ones.

Hey everyone, we've spent almost a year working on Ultimate Theater Simulator so we're very excited to finally release it to everyone. In about 2 hours, we'll release the full game on Steam and send out an announcement so you know when it's available, make sure your notifications are enabled! Until then, we've been working hard behind the scenes and we're ready for our next update. This update includes some Halloween decor, general game polish, & bug fixes. Check out the change log below.

v1.2.4 Change Log:

Additions/Changes

• Added Halloween Decor.

• Added Heating Tray allowing you to pre-prepare hot foods and have the customer pick it up instead of handing it to them.

• Added Menu option to bring Demo save files to Full game.

• Bills will now increase based on theater upgrades.

• Balanced theater expansion levels & costs.

• QOL: You can now right click to go back a camera in the Camera TV.

• QOL: Increased ragdoll body grabbing distance.

• You can now hold right click on a shelf price object to clear the shelf item.

• Added some polish when adding items to cart.

Fixes

• Fixed workers were getting stuck in each other when working.

• Fixed customers stacking in seats. (at least I'm pretty sure I did, let me know if this pops up again)

• Fixed issue with bathroom stall door not opening.

• Fixed issues with Security not kicking out customers on their phones.

• Fixed issue with one theater room light not turning off when movie is playing.

• Fixed rare issue with container items ghosting.

• Fixed LED lights were not saving properly & colliders weren't behaving properly.

• Fixed issues with not being able to ask certain customers to leave.

• Fixed issues with Theater Rooms start times when loading into a save.

• Fixed rare occurrence with workers holding out hands with no items.

• Fixed Cotton Candy machine problems when multiple workers use it.

• Fixed interacting with Computer while running was placing the player too close.

• Removed delay after asking customer to leave when they are sitting down.

• Added delay when placing boxes so you don't immediately pick it back up.

• Delay hiding item in HardBox when closing.

Hey everyone, just a small update here with some bug fixes. Also added a new corner piece table, I think it's pretty cool. That's all for now :)

v1.2.3 Change Log:

Additions/Changes

• Corner table piece now available in Furniture Shop.

• Added extra lights in some places to make less dark.

Fixes

• Issues with set prices not saving.

• Many issues with workers/customers not recognizing items.

• Various Computer fixes.

• Many other fixes too small to include.

Hey everyone, last we spoke I said we'll have the next update in 2-3 days. Turns out we had some bigger issues than expected but trust me we haven't stopped working. This update brings a lot of bug fixes, game balancing, and a couple new features. Check out the change log:

v1.2.0 Change Log:

Additions/Changes

• Watch out, customers & workers can now slip on dirty spills left behind.

• Preferred seats now highlight in the ticket selection menu.

• Increased chances of customers purchasing snacks.

• Made days a bit shorter and shortened movie lengths to lower dead time.

• I started work on Custom Movies implementation, this will be in the full game on release.

Fixes

• Fixed customers were leaving line for missing movie, removed this completely.

• Projector bulb was breaking at weird times.

• Throwing item velocity tweaked a bit.

• Picking up items sometimes teleported the player.

• Sometimes popup windows was causing players to remain frozen.

• Various fixes with line system.

• Various stocker worker fixes.

• Various security worker fixes.

• Worker not showing up / stuck outside.

• Many many other fixes too small to include.

• General optimizations.

Hey there, we've been working hard on patching all the bugs we've received through reports. Thanks to everyone who's taken the time to make these reports as we're itching closer to a smoother experience for full release, we really appreciate it! This update brings only two additions, though they are highly requested so it's about time. Keep letting us know your suggestions and we'll keep adding them. We'll have another update in 2-3 days, see ya.

v1.1.4 Change Log

Additions

• Added Boombox with 3 in-house tracks. (Content won't be available in the demo)

• You can now configure a theater room's Setup & Start time through the Movie Projector.

Fixes

• Fixed security guard didn't always kick out bad customers.

• Fixed Customer/Worker leave logic at end of day.

• Fixed customers found not moving / stuck.

• Fixed workers sometimes stuck in cash register loop.

• Many many other fixes too small to include.

Hey everyone, here's a small update with some QOL features, big fixes, and optimizations. Check out the change log below.

v1.0.8 Change Log:

Additions

• Theater rooms now display the movie time remaining, also made the sign a bit easier to understand.,

• When a new register is opened/worked at, automatically disperse the customers in line for fast checkout.,

• Now shows which job a worker has assigned in the worker interaction menu.,

• Trash picker tool now highlights trashed items.,

• General optimizations.,

Fixes

• Replaced Demo achievement, Get to Level 30, with Get to Level 8.,

• Players would receive the 5 star plaque, without receiving the 4.,

• Customers weren't using the set prices for food/drink items.,

• Many fixes too small to include.

Hey everyone, it's time for a patch update! We really appreciate everyone who has played, and everyone who's taken the time to leave us a review! We're going to keep working on bug fixes and we also have some more additions planned soon :)

v1.0.6 Change Log: Additions

• Added a new Flashlight tool.

• Added Popcorn Bucket holder.

• Now highlights the customer when they are ready to check out / purchase a ticket, except when a worker is already helping them.,

• Implemented a player un-stucking system for those who've gotten stuck by the doors.,

• Added dirt spots to tutorial in order to show the player how to use the Tool Belt menu.,

• Instead of always trashing the theater room, customers can now throw their trash away in a nearby trashcan ( unless they are a bad person, they may just leave it in their seat ),

• QOL: Auto work at workstation when taking money from customer or clicking on ticket printer.,

• QOL: Auto put player into projector inspection mode when placing a movie tape or projector bulb.,

• QOL: Now auto-closes the theater on new day, I think this is the right direction, let me know your thoughts. It's meant to give time to clean/setup...,

• QOL: Auto pay bills on theater shutdown if possible to avoid the shutdown, also more clear when bills are about due.,

• QOL: Only break a projector bulb when movie is finished.,

• Balanced events to be less chaotic.,

• Checkout register UI makes more sense when using a credit card.,

• Previously I was playing a random video when running a movie but now each license links to a random video and will always use that video. This will only apply to newly purchased licenses after the update.,

Fixes

• Can no longer price items super high.,

• Theater Rug floor customization wasn't saving.,

• Unlocked customization sections weren't saving.,

• Movies were playing past 12, soft-locking the game.,

• Customers no longer leave the theater early, instead they leave the line early to go watch the movie.,

• Issues with customers leaving bad review due to missing movie, except they already watched it.,

• Made clapping less annoying.,

• Issues with customer giving weird change amounts.,

• Newly loaded save, sometimes customers had 2 requested food items in one hand.,

• Worker salary wasn't saving.,

• Issue where you can't open bathroom stall doors, even with no one inside.,

• Issues with placing tape rack.,

• When customer events happen (fights, etc.), they now drop the trashed variant of their held items.,

• Changing price of movie tickets now allow some "padding" room before effecting customer count.,

• Theater room was missing roof collider.,

• Taking bulb out of projector doesn't stop movie.,

• Trashcan duplication issues.,

• Washing hands animation made customers look like they were sliding.,

• Movie tape hype wasn't updating.,

• Can no longer pickup items with using a workstation.,

• And many many more...

Hey everyone, today marks the second day of our demo's launch and with that we've obtained a good amount of bug reports from the community. We're releasing a small update to fix all of the reports we've received thus far. Check out the change log below if you're interested, and thank you to those that took the time to report these bugs :)

Change Log:

Additions & Improvements

* Time is a lot slower during tutorial so you still have most the day to make progress.

* Adjusted card machine / camera position to be more centered and not get clipped by UI.

* Minor gameplay optimizations.

Fixes

* Fixed Tutorial not going to next step.

* Tutorial UI has been improved. Font size is smaller for longer text, and you can collapse the UI to show more of your screen.

* Fixed jittering when dropping items when looking down.

* Fixed not being able to kick customers out due to an interaction bug.

* Fixed bathroom floors material when customizing.

* Fixed check out station sometimes not moving you to the correct position.

* Various other fixes...

Hey everyone, 2 weeks ago we started rolling out play-tester keys to a very small amount of people and have since found a ton of bugs and features we can improve on. That is that update. Check out the change log below if you're interested!

We've made a lot of progress this update and are really close to releasing the Demo. At the latest, we plan to have the demo released by October for the Steam Next Fest which is only one month away! We're pushing hard to polish UTS as much as possible to deliver the best experience so stay tuned, and thank you for your support so far!

~Isaac

Change log:

Additions & Improvements

* Added the Loan Shark app allowing player's to take out loans when in need.

* Added the ability to give workers raises to increase their work speed.

* Added the ability to end day early when all rooms are closed and night is finished.

* Improved main menu music track sounds.

* Cash & Coins now show being put on the table when using a cash register.

* The Bills window no longer stays in the MyTheater app and is it's own app.

* We were hiding all demo-locked items, those are now visible but locked. This is to show players what to expect with the full game.

* Improved the tutorial a bit by adding "drag lines" to show where to put the projector bulb & movie tape.

* Now warns the player to pay their bills a day before theater shutdown.

Fixes

* Fixed workers weren't properly handling an issue when giving a customer a food item and they already had it.

* Fixed ultra-wide UI problems with settings menu.

* Fixed ticket prices were resetting on day start.

* Fixed some issues with controller support.

* Fixed UI Buttons were playing Hover sound multiple times.

* Fixed dirt spots weren't fading out when being cleaned.

* Fixed AI Navigation for NPCs in combat state wasn't working properly.

* Fixed game wasn't persisting player's held items.

* Fixed worker's positions weren't always saving.

* Fixed various blackjack fixes.

* Fixed various input fixes, wasn't always showing the correct badges on the screen.

* Fixed doors were getting stuck hitting items.

* and many more small fixes...

Hey everyone,

This post is really just a test post on how we want to structure our update-posts in the future.

We've done some game fixes and need our testers to get to testing again. These fixes include fixes with the map, persistent, and boxes.

That's it for now, be sure to keep an eye out for future updates & dev blogs where we'll go more into detail about all the fixes / finalization changes coming to 1.0!

~Isaac