Weyrdlets will become a premium game on March 17, 2026.
Existing players will automatically keep full access to the game with no progress lost and no features locked.
Why we're making this change
When Weyrdlets first started, it was a small desktop pet experiment. Over the past (almost) two years, it’s grown into something much bigger, and that’s entirely because of you.
Today, Weyrdlets includes:
Over 1,000 in-game items
Farming orchards and fishing
Desktop microgames
Multiplayer games & Sports Day
Worble pet racing
A social hub
Productivity widgets
And a lot more than we ever planned at the start
Along the way, many of you told us you actually prefer paid games over free-to-play, especially on Steam. We hear you! Moving to a paid model helps us continue developing the game long-term without pushing aggressive monetisation or compromising the cozy experience that everyone has come to expect.
What this means going forward?
From 17th March 2026, Weyrdlets will be a premium game on Steam
Existing players keep full access to the paid version
Weyrdlets 2.0 will launch with a reworked economy:
Items will be more affordable
All items will be unlockable and purchasable via Calcubot
Oskar will stop hoarding items seasonally
Optional DLCs will be introduced later as meaningful expansions, not pay-to-win content
✨If you’ve purchased Jellystars, you’ll continue to own them. ✨
This change is about giving the game a healthier future so it can keep growing with the community that shaped it. We’re committed to continuing development and making Weyrdlets better with every update! Thank you for supporting our game. It genuinely means a lot to us. ❤️
FAQ / Additional Questions
I downloaded Weyrdlets before but haven’t played in a while. Do I still get the paid version?
Yes. As long as Weyrdlets is already in your Steam library before 17th March 2026, you’ll automatically own the paid version.
Will I lose any progress, pets, or items?
No. Your progress, pets, items, Jellystars, and everything you’ve earned will stay exactly the same.
What happens to new players after the change?
New players will need to purchase Weyrdlets on Steam before playing.
How much will the game cost?
We’ll share the price closer to launch. Our goal is to keep it fair and accessible, especially for a cozy, long-term game.
Will future updates cost extra?
Core updates, improvements, balance changes, and events will remain part of the base game. Optional DLCs will be clearly labelled and designed as expansions and not required purchases.
Will Weyrdlets become pay-to-win?
No. Avoiding pay-to-win design is very important to us. Progression and items are designed to be earned through gameplay, not locked behind payments.
Are multiplayer and the social hub still included?
Yes. Multiplayer features and the social hub will remain part of the core Weyrdlets experience.
Why not just rely on Jellystars or other monetization instead?
We explored different options, but moving to a paid base game felt like the most transparent and sustainable approach especially for players who prefer a one-time purchase over ongoing monetization.
Will there still be in-game monetization after the game becomes premium?
Once Weyrdlets becomes a paid game, there won’t be any way to spend real money in the shop anymore. Jellystars used to be the premium currency while the game was free, but after March 17th, they’ll simply become regular in-game currency that you earn through gameplay like daily tasks, taking care of your pets, letting them idle and dig up treasure, and other in-game activities.
Where can I ask more questions or share feedback?
You can reach us on:
Discord (best for quick replies)
Steam Discussions
We’ll keep listening and update this FAQ if new questions come up.