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Version 1.17.3.0 (2026.10.29) Content Updates Limited-time Halloween content: available from 9 PM October 29th (PDT) to 8 PM November 5th (PST). Halloween decorations appear in the main menu and Autumn Cabin for a limited time. The "Pumpkin" throwable returns for a limited time.
Version 1.17.0.0 (2026.9.15) New Map "Desert Crisis" Now available in Crisis Mode! Sandstorms rage across the town, and a mysterious ritual circle flickers in Deadwood Park. Will you work together to clear the sands, or let the town be swallowed whole? Time is running out. Map Up
Version 1.16.4.0 (2026.8.27) Bug Fixes Attempted to fix an issue in Nemo Kart where match results could be calculated incorrectly after finishing a race under certain conditions. Optimizations Added shortcuts to "Locker" and "Garage" on the Quick Match pre-lobby screen. ---------
Match schedule: July 11, 3:50 AM–9:30 AM PT July 12, 3:50 AM–9:30 AM PT
Version 1.16.0.0 (2026.7.9) Mode Update: "Nemo Kart" Engines are roaring, tires are heating up, and the garage is finally open for business. This update adds the "Kart Modification" and "Vehicle Research" systems to Nemo Kart. Research new vehicles, install new parts, and build y
Dear Players, To maintain a healthy and fair gaming environment, we are taking actions to suspend accounts that exhibit abnormal behavior, use macros, or violate our community guidelines and terms of service. After system detection and thorough reviews, we found that some account
It's official: there will be no AI video contest as part of Party Animals "Golden Paw Awards", as its studio has decided after masses of player backlash followed by a vote across major platforms to wholly cancel the event and apologise to players... Read more.
Party Animals developer Recreate Games has apologized for an "AI video contest" it announced earlier this week that encouraged players to submit short films created with generative AI tools. It's not cancelling the contest, though—instead, it's opened a poll asking followers what
May 14, 2026, 07:09 PT: Recreate Games has issued a statement apologizing for "upsetting players," and has offered three options to the community on how best to proceed. Generative AI is more than a touchy subject, and for good reason. It's creatively bankrupt, and when used most
Talk about not reading the room right? Party Animals developers Recreate Games recently announced an AI video contest and it went down like a lead balloon. Read the full article here:
Dear Players, To maintain a healthy and fair gaming environment, we are taking actions to suspend accounts that exhibit abnormal behavior, use macros, or violate our community guidelines and terms of service. After system detection and thorough reviews, we found that some account
Version 1.15.12.0 (2026.7.2) Feature Updates Added a "Beast Soccer Tournament Mode" toggle to the Custom Game settings, which: Greatly increases wake-up speed. Significantly increases stamina consumption while grabbing. Optimizations Improved the visual effects of the "Shining So
Version 1.15.0.0 (2026.2.12) Map Update "Spring Cabin" Spring drizzles have melted the ice hole into an open pond, attracting new fish to settle in warmer waters. The Tackle Shop now stocks Garfin's special new rods crafted for pond fishing. Grab one and give it a swing! WHAT IF?
Dear Players, To maintain a healthy and fair gaming environment, we are taking actions to suspend accounts that exhibit abnormal behavior, use macros, or violate our community guidelines and terms of service. After system detection and thorough reviews, we found that some account
Version 1.14.5.0 (2026.1.22) Bug Fixes Fixed a crash that occurred under specific conditions on PS5 and Xbox. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Previous Updates in Version 1.14 Version 1.14.4.0 (2026.1.15) Bug Fixes Fixed an issue in Winter
New last-stand map "JAWS" The new last-stand map "JAWS" is now live. Don't stay in water for too long, and watch out for sharks! Winter Ice-Fishing Snow's falling again. Some unfamiliar fish seem to have shown up near the Winter Cabin. Don't forget to check the weather before hea
Dear party animals, The Steam Awards nominations are here again! In 2025, we hope Party Animals has continued to bring you friendship, surprises, and plenty of laughs. Nominations will soon close at 10 AM December 1st (PT), and we'd be so grateful if you considered voting for us
Dear Players, To maintain a healthy and fair gaming environment, we are taking actions to suspend accounts that exhibit abnormal behavior, use macros, or violate our community guidelines and terms of service. After system detection and thorough reviews, we found that some account
Version 1.13.9.0 (2025.11.28) Bug Fixes Fixed an issue in Autumn Cabin – Fishing where releasing fish with the mouse caused a network error on PC. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Previous Updates in Version 1.13 Version 1.13.8.0 (2025.11.2
Happy 2nd Anniversary! Time really flies — Party Animals is officially turning TWO ! Huge thanks to all the players for your support, enthusiasm, and honest feedback. It’s your passion that keeps the world of Party Animals growing, evolving, and getting even more chaotic (in a go