The work on the first Octohill major update is progressing steady, and it seems like a good moment to share some details one what it will include. Freestyle Update will focus on different wintersport activities, and will also improve some of the existing mechanics, most of that based on your ideas and requests. To be more specific, here is what you can expect:
Snowparks
Several different terrain features built directly into the slopes will allow your visitors perform various stunts, gain satisfaction and show off. While some will enjoy and actively seek these features, others will really dislike being forced to do a high jump when they just looked for some chill and good views so leave some space for them as well.
Ski schools
These new buildings not only generate extra money, but also improve skills of some beginners up to the blue ratings making your trails demand composition a bit more balanced. They will also clog your slopes with groups of trainees following their instructors which will make some speed-loving skiers less happy.
Freeride
For some of us, neatly groomed snow is a restriction of our freedom. You will be able to designate areas for off-piste skiing, with little to no terraform needed, where some experts will go exploring wild. Their movement will be less restricted than on trails, meaning poorly chosen areas may lead to people falling off cliffs or spending hours walking along.
Quality of life improvements
There will also be several updates to the overlays and UI, mostly to provide more insights into how your resort is doing and where are the problems. Some of this is still being finalised, so no more details yet.
All of the features above are still in development and subject to change, and screenshots are here only to give you a general feeling of what it might look like.