20 May 2026Developer post

Patch 0.31.24

Thank you for your feedback and bug reports! We’ve made several fixes and some major performance optimizations in this build, including a substantial reduction of approximately 7 GB in disk usage overall. We’re continuing to make additional fixes and improvements while preparing

06 May 2026Developer post

Daily Grind Update 🚗💰

Hotwiring & Car Crusher 🏗️ Abandoned cars are now scattered throughout Cedar Shores. You can hotwire them and take them for a spin, but why stop there? Bring them to the new car crusher to earn a quick cash payment. New Missions 🎯 A fresh batch of missions is now available,

Hotwiring & Car Crusher 🏗️

Abandoned cars are now scattered throughout Cedar Shores. You can hotwire them and take them for a spin, but why stop there? Bring them to the new car crusher to earn a quick cash payment.

New Missions 🎯

A fresh batch of missions is now available, so head over to Theo’s Wharf to get started. There’s some fishy business going on… 🎣🐟

Challenges ✅

Introducing the new Challenges interface. Complete daily challenges to earn rewards, track your objectives in detail, and monitor your overall progress across different categories.

Home Appliances 🏠

Hotwiring cars can wait, make some coffee and toast first. New small appliances are now available in stores. ☕🍞

User Interface Updates 🖥️

We've improved the user interface by adding a new action wheel that can be opened using the V key (north gamepad button) for quick access to key interfaces.

Also included are new minimap waypoint markers to help you track important locations more easily. More map improvements are on the way, including placeable map markers for easier navigation.

Fixes and Improvements 🔧

This update includes a several fixes and general improvements. See the full changelist below for complete details.

Changelist 📃

• Added new missions

• Added abandoned cars, hotwiring, and car crusher

• Added daily challenges and new challenge UI

• Added new small appliances that can be purchased from furniture store

• Added action wheel menu

• Added minimap waypoint markers

• Added VSync toggle in settings menu

• Added HUD toggle settings menu

• Updated UI

• Updated casino exterior

• Improved performance and reduced likelihood of crashes

• Improved player and vehicle camera collision

• Improved road rendering quality

• Fixed dialogue player avatar sometimes showing incorrect hair images

• Fixed several UI formatting issues

• Fixed possibility of drag racing XP to go beyond expected maximum value

• Fixed UI audio sometimes not working

• Fixed missing audio during fishing gameplay

• Fixed visual error when entering forklift vehicle

• Fixed dialogue UI sometimes not opening with friend NPCs

• Fixed furniture unable to be placed in some properties

• Fixed bad vehicle collision trigger on Quinn's mission #2

• Fixed some HUD icons persisting after entering vehicle

• Fixed some issues with tutorial input action commands

• Fixed minimap POI icons sometimes not appearing, or appearing with incorrect size

• Fixed Sandy's mission sometimes not completing

• Fixed vehicle reverse audio continuing after exiting

• Fixed issue with Taxi app destination list sorting

What’s Next 👀

Another update is in the works, featuring more new features and improvements. Thanks for playing Denizen and for all your valuable feedback and suggestions! ❤️

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17 Feb 2026Developer post

Character & City Update 🏙️

Character Creator 🎨 A major overhaul of the character created has been made in this update. Customize facial hair, eye color, nail color, and pick from new hair styles and skin types. The environment and UI design has also been updated for a more intuitive customization experien

Character Creator 🎨

A major overhaul of the character created has been made in this update. Customize facial hair, eye color, nail color, and pick from new hair styles and skin types. The environment and UI design has also been updated for a more intuitive customization experience.

Medical Spa 🌿

Want to change your appearance after starting a game? Visit the new medical spa located downtown to modify your appearance as you like.

Hair Salon 💈

The upgraded hair salon introduces new hair styles, facial hair customization, and some other important fixes and improvements.

Phone 📱

A phone battery system now drains based on usage, alongside a new Recipes app to browse meals and track ingredients. Also included are multiple phone UI, input, and transition improvements.

Vehicle Inventory 🚗

A vehicle inventory system has been added, allowing item transfers between your personal inventory and vehicle storage for improved organization and transport.

City Additions 🏙️

A second retail warehouse has been added to the east side of the map, plus additional roads and some new buildings that will be accessible in missions coming with the next content update.

Map 🗺️

Map navigation has been improved with interactive map markers and minimap updates. More work on the map is underway for future updates.

Fixes and Improvements 🔧

Loads of fixed and improvements have been made in this update. Check out the changelist below for the full list.

Changelist 📃

• Added new, higher detail character skin types

• Added new eye colors

• Added new hairstyles

• Added vehicle inventory

• Added recipes app to phone

• Added phone battery

• Added second retail warehouse and more roads to city

• Added visible phone in third-person mode

• Added Korean localization

• Added sequences for purchasing new properties and vehicles

• Added camera sway setting

• Added card UI to blackjack game

• Added vehicle performance class to shops

• Added restriction for taking sleeping pills when energy is already low

• Added button to retail interface for automatically navigating to properties app

• Added new male apparel and updated running shoes model

• Added more vehicle off-road driving audio

• Added map marker interaction and north marker to minimap

• Added logic to reset narcotic production warnings when placed equipment falls below threshold

• Improved performance

• Improved water rendering quality

• Improved exterior window rendering quality

• Improved pedestrian navigation logic

• Improved hair rendering quality

• Improved object interaction in third-person mode

• Improved nature audio

• Increased maximum narcotic equipment allowed in discreet properties

• Revised character creator

• Revised narcotic order logic

• Revised third-person camera settings

• Disabled forklift reverse camera

• Fixed many controller navigation and selection issues, especially with phone

• Fixed hair not appearing in salon with hat equipped

• Fixed some clothing clipping issues

• Fixed some eyewear UI images appearance

• Fixed brake components appearing in house when vehicle is in garage

• Fixed mouse smoothing setting sometimes not working properly

• Fixed some issues with camera type switching

• Fixed some issues with showroom vehicle and camera

• Fixed some issues with taxi app transit

• Fixed some issues with UI transitions

• Fixed several UI text scaling issues

• Fixed some issues with vehicle UI assets

• Fixed possibility of vehicle running out of fuel during drag race

• Fixed several string formatting issues

• Fixed social dialogue panel move in/out button states

• Fixed friend sometimes not leaving when asking for a break

• Fixed phone not in correct position with male third-person mode

• Fixed DJ perfect score when all inputs were pressed simultaneously

• Fixed several issues with terrain/road

• Fixed some issues with minimap state

• Fixed light fixture with no light switch in Shore Drive residence

• Fixed traffic vehicles and pedestrians sometimes ignoring player

• Fixed flashlight position in third person mode

• Fixed some inaccurate NPC mission dialogue

• Fixed window tint not applying to all glass on some vehicles

• Fixed player position sometimes not reverting correctly after interaction sequences

• Fixed player animation sometimes getting stuck in certain states

New Missions ✨

Swing by Austin's safehouse to complete new missions. Stay tuned for new characters with many more new missions in future updates.

Business Ownership 💼

Max out your career stats in any job and become a business partner. Open the Careers app to buy in, earn passive income, and make key decisions to keep things running smoothly.

Once you've reached the highest rank in a job, you can also work anytime without selecting a shift, which will also boost the store's rating.

Jail 👮

Watch out! Don't expand your narcotic production too much in the wrong place, or you could wind up doing hard time!

New Properties 🏚️

Three new properties have been added to the market. These properties allow you to work discreetly with narcotic equipment to avoid unwanted attention.

Third-Person Camera 🎥

Try Denizen in a new perspective, with the newly added third-person camera. Use the "C" key to change camera on the go, and also manage it from the Settings menu.

New Lockpicking Minigame 🔒

Try a new challenge with the redesigned lockpicking minigame! Difficulty is now variable based on lock type, and the updated interface delivers a more intuitive experience.

Full Controller Support 🎮

Denizen is now available with full controller support, with on-the-fly input switching for easy playing.

Help Section ℹ️

A help section has been added to the main and pause menus, which includes info on various gameplay features.

Changelist 📃

• Added new missions

• Added business management feature

• Added intermittent business management events

• Added three new properties

• Added prison, arrest and medical events

• Added third-person camera option

• Added full controller support

• Added new lockpicking minigame

• Added help section to main/pause menu

• Added footstep audio toggle

• Added task delete function to Agenda app

• Improved vehicle collision with road objects

• Revised some interior environments

• Revised shift task and bonus logic, work anytime at max rank

• Renamed Door Crasher item to Auto Lockpick

• Fixed persistent computer on bench when leaving and returning

• Fixed computer technician job door always open

• Fixed an issue with task list sometimes not populating

• Fixed some item interaction states becoming stuck

• Fixed "New and Improved" achievement

• Fixed some issues with notification UI positioning

• Fixed some notifications missing localization

• Fixed dialogue only proceeding when hovering over UI

• Fixed some issues with the inventory item moving logic

• Fixed appearance of brake and reverse lights on some vehicles

• Fixed some interfaces not closing with back/exit command

• Fixed several phone UI navigation issues

• Fixed rendering issues with location marker text

• Fixed mismatched UI icons in computer technician UI

• Fixed some issues with horse racing spectate mode

• Fixed loading screen text formatting issues

What's Next?

More content is on the way! Look forward to new missions, new features, and many more tweaks, fixes, and improvements.

Thank you for playing Denizen and for providing your valuable feedback and suggestions!

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31 Mar 2025Developer post

Update 0.28.0 - New Job Alert + More Cool Stuff!

Computer Technician Job 🖥️ Repair and upgrade PCs for clients at the new computer shop! Apply for the job using the Jobs smartphone app. Hair Salon 💈 Refresh your look at the brand-new Hair Salon! Featuring a variety of trendy hairstyles and your choice of color. Downtown Medic

Computer Technician Job 🖥️

Repair and upgrade PCs for clients at the new computer shop! Apply for the job using the Jobs smartphone app.

Hair Salon 💈

Refresh your look at the brand-new Hair Salon! Featuring a variety of trendy hairstyles and your choice of color.

Downtown Medical Clinic 🏥

Visit the brand-new Downtown Medical Clinic! Choose from a range of specialized medications and treatments to boost your health and happiness. Try the all-new sleeping pills, perfect for helping you rest comfortably and pass time faster in-game!

Taxi Service 🚕

Traveling around town is now easier than ever! With the brand-new Taxi app, you can hail a ride to any destination. Simply pick your spot from the list and get moving. No car required!

Map Improvements 🗺️

Zoom and scroll functionality has been added to the map for smoother navigation, along with an updated player icon that's easier to spot at a glance.

Changelist

• Added computer technician job
• Added hair salon and new hairstyles
• Added downtown medical clinic
• Added sleeping pills to medical clinic
• Added zoom and scroll functionality to map, improved player visibility, UI revisions
• Added new achievements
• Updated cursor graphics
• Fixed real estate offers unable to be declined
• Fixed mouse smoothing sometimes enabling when disabled
• Fixed some terrain objects opening interaction UI
• Fixed some missing collision issues
• Fixed player icon sometimes appearing in incorrect location on map
• Fixed some character UI hair rendering issues
• Fixed some issues with input context panel logic
• Fixed some interior volumetric light banding issues

What's Next?

Exciting times ahead for Denizen! Plenty of new content is already in development, with much more planned throughout 2025 and beyond.

The next content update will introduce a third-person camera mode, a brand-new business management feature, and more!

Thank you for playing Denizen and for providing your valuable feedback and suggestions!

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16 Jan 2025Developer post

Patch 0.27.14

• Increased sprint duration • Optimized textures • Improved pedestrian LODs • Improved traffic vehicle LODs • Fixed pedestrians appearing in t-pose when outside of LOD distance • Fixed traffic vehicle wheels sometimes appearing static • Fixed traffic vehicles sometimes spawning i

03 Jan 2025Developer post

Update 0.27.0 - Socializing, Supercars, and More!

Social 👨🏽‍🤝‍👩🏻 Enhanced interaction options, improved gameplay logic, and new cinematics have been added to make the social experience more engaging and immersive than ever. Two new friends have been added to the Social smartphone app. Complete Sandy's mission to unlock her

03 Dec 2024Developer post

Patch 0.26.21

• Fixed drag racing vehicle statistics UI not reflecting upgrades • Fixed garage vehicles sometimes overlapping in one space • Fixed some casino games causing a softlock • Fixed post-processing settings sometimes breaking during vehicle transitions • Fixed possibility of drag rac

30 Nov 2024Developer post

Update 0.26.0 - Play, Earn, and Win Big!

Play, Earn, and Win Big! Play casino games while earning points to unlock exclusive rewards. Redeem your points for free hotel stays and a chance to spin the Lucky Wheel for cash prizes! Keep track of your progress with the Shores Casino mobile site. Hotel Unwind in a premium hot

04 Nov 2024Developer post

Patch 0.25.5

• Improved lighting and foliage quality at higher quality settings • Increased pedestrian and traffic distance culling range at higher quality settings • Fixed issues with vehicle cargo inventory • Fixed saved audio volume settings not initializing on boot menu • Fixed saved visu

31 Oct 2024Developer post

Update 0.25.0 - Halloween 🎃

Rescue on Willow Hill Just in time for Halloween! Take on a new mission to rescue a friend trapped inside the eerie house on Willow Hill. They’re counting on you, but beware of the dark secrets lurking inside... Can you help your friend escape, or will they remain locked inside f

11 Oct 2024Developer post

Update 0.24.0 - New Opportunities Await!

Narcotic Production Capitalize on the opportunity to acquire specialized equipment and ingredients to launch and grow a narcotic production operation in the competitive market! Use the new Black Market website on your smartphone to conveniently order equipment and ingredients, wi

Narcotic Production

Capitalize on the opportunity to acquire specialized equipment and ingredients to launch and grow a narcotic production operation in the competitive market!

Use the new Black Market website on your smartphone to conveniently order equipment and ingredients, with discreet courier delivery right to your doorstep.

Retail

You can now stock your retail shops by ordering inventory directly from the new MegaMerch website. Simply add your desired merchandise to the cart, choose your preferred shipping method, and your products will be on their way to your store in no time!

For those who prefer a more hands-on approach, a new cargo vehicle has just been added to the used car dealership!

The inventory loading interface has also been improved with a condensed transfer list, so you can now select the number of units or transfer all inventory matching the store type. Logic has also been added to prevent loading merchandise that doesn't match the store type.

Courier

A new courier location in town provides a secure service for shipping your products, ensuring complete confidentiality for you and your clients!

Other changes

Be sure to check out the new Statistics app on the smartphone, where you can track your in-game progress! There have also been some new achievements added, and several more additions and changes listed in the changelog below:

Changelist

• Added narcotic production equipment and ingredients
• Added black market website
• Added retail inventory delivery website
• Added new cargo vehicle to used car dealership
• Added courier location
• Added statistics app to phone
• Added variable retail item quantity transfer option to loading bay
• Added logic to prevent loading incorrect product type into stores
• Added 5 new achievements
• Revised some model textures
• Fixed pedestrian collision fines sometimes not working
• Fixed localization sometimes resetting to English locale after changing and restarting
• Fixed nightclub achievement not working
• Fixed an issue preventing duplicate inventory items from being stacked
• Fixed some misaligned terrain issues
• Fixed some post processing effects not working correctly
• Fixed an issue with the interaction prompt text sometimes overflowing
• Fixed items not able to be placed on some kitchen countertops
• Fixed some audio issues in city environment
• Fixed some localization and text formatting issues
• Fixed issue with UI overlay sorting

What's next?

There’s plenty to look forward to for the month of October! Keep an eye out for all the surprises in store!

Thank you for playing Denizen and for providing your valuable feedback and suggestions!

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19 Aug 2024Developer post

Patch 0.23.7

• Added vehicle steering sensitivity setting • Revised savings account interest logic • Fixed vehicle icons sometimes appearing outside of map • Fixed potential crash when opening some user interfaces • Fixed issue loading saved data with very high bank account balances • Fixed i

12 Aug 2024Developer post

Update 0.23.0 - Party Time!

Missions Head over to Vault Nightclub and meet with the club manager, who has new missions waiting for you. Get ready for some investigative work! DJ While at the nightclub, be sure to check out the new DJ feature. Select a track, test your rhythm skills, and earn some extra mone

30 Jun 2024Developer post

Update 0.22.0 - Start Your Engines!

Racing Experience the thrill of speed at the newly opened Cedar Shores Drag Strip! Test your skills and push your limits on the new track. After gearing up your vehicle, place a wager with a rival of your choice and get ready to enjoy the action and maybe make some money! Vehicle

30 Jun 2024Developer post

Denizen Early Access Roadmap

The Early Access roadmap is here to highlight some of the FREE upcoming features for Denizen! Development priority will be given to the most in-demand features, so if there's specific content you'd like to see, please share your thoughts! Community feedback and support have been

17 Jun 2024Developer post

Patch 0.21.2

The 0.21.2 patch includes many fixes and improvements, along with new features for player needs. The next content update and Early Access roadmap are scheduled for later this month! • Added player illness and mobility effects from need deprivation • Added new medication to clinic

01 Jun 2024Developer post

Update 0.21.0 - Let's get cooking!

Grocery Store Visit the new grocery store in town to pick up a variety of fresh ingredients and pantry items for your recipes. Cooking Once you have your ingredients, use a kitchen cooking range to craft a variety of nutritious recipes, from hearty breakfast dishes to delightful

24 May 2024Developer post

Patch 0.20.6

This patch includes updates to the fishing game mechanics, some new media features, and several bug fixes. The 0.21.0 content update will be released next week. • Added custom music radio channel • Added remote TV functionality • Added additional TV controls • Added missing micro

Updates & announcements

Changelist

Hotwiring & Car Crusher 🏗️

New Missions 🎯

Challenges ✅

Home Appliances 🏠

User Interface Updates 🖥️

Fixes and Improvements 🔧

Changelist 📃

What’s Next 👀

Character Creator 🎨

Medical Spa 🌿

Hair Salon 💈

Phone 📱

Vehicle Inventory 🚗

City Additions 🏙️

Map 🗺️

Fixes and Improvements 🔧

Changelist 📃

More content is on the way!

New Missions ✨

Business Ownership 💼

Jail 👮

New Properties 🏚️

Third-Person Camera 🎥

New Lockpicking Minigame 🔒

Full Controller Support 🎮

Help Section ℹ️

Changelist 📃

What's Next?

Computer Technician Job 🖥️

Hair Salon 💈

Downtown Medical Clinic 🏥

Taxi Service 🚕

Map Improvements 🗺️

Other new content

Changelist

What's Next?

Social 👨🏽‍🤝‍👩🏻

Ferrucci Supercar Dealership 🏎️🏁

Texas Hold'em Poker ♠️♦️♣️♥️

Minimap 🗺️

Changelist

What's Next?

Play, Earn, and Win Big!

Hotel

Vehicles

Hood Camera

Christmas Tree🎄

Changelist

December Conent Update

Rescue on Willow Hill

New Furniture Arrivals

Fuji Trailmaster

Changelist

What's next?

Narcotic Production

Retail

Courier

Other changes

Changelist

What's next?

Missions

DJ

Other changes

Changelist

What's next?

Racing

Vehicle Tuning

Other new features

Changelist

What's next?

Grocery Store

Cooking

Changelist

Additional features

What's next?