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	* Performance had not yet been fully optimised, with Android expected to lag more than iOS on some devices.		* Performance had not yet been fully optimised, with Android expected to lag more than iOS on some devices.
	* The Patreon linking system slowed down after a large increase in supporters, causing recently linked Patreons to not be processed correctly.		* The Patreon linking system slowed down after a large increase in supporters, causing recently linked Patreons to not be processed correctly.

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	n 2024, DevBlogs #29–51 covered WalkScape's first year of Closed Beta, from the initial release and early access waves through Wave 3.5. The period focused heavily on stabilising the game after launch, especially Android pedometer reliability, step loading, server performance, Portal account linking, and update infrastructure. Major gameplay additions included Achievements, Abilities, Consumables, Job Boards, Faction Reputation, WalkPedia, Friends, clothing and barber services, and the Syrenthia update. The team also expanded with the hiring of myzozoz, improved internal tooling, attended several conventions, and won the Audience Award at Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki. By the end of the year, development focus had shifted toward engine optimisation and Quality of Life features such as Gear Sets, improved notifications, Travel + 1 Queue, bank and inventory improvements, Parties, Trading, Combat, and Quests as key steps toward Open Beta.		In 2024, DevBlogs #29–51 covered WalkScape's first year of Closed Beta, from the initial release and early access waves through Wave 3.5. The period focused heavily on stabilising the game after launch, especially Android pedometer reliability, step loading, server performance, Portal account linking, and update infrastructure. Major gameplay additions included Achievements, Abilities, Consumables, Job Boards, Faction Reputation, WalkPedia, Friends, clothing and barber services, and the Syrenthia update. The team also expanded with the hiring of myzozoz, improved internal tooling, attended several conventions, and won the Audience Award at Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki. By the end of the year, development focus had shifted toward engine optimisation and Quality of Life features such as Gear Sets, improved notifications, Travel + 1 Queue, bank and inventory improvements, Parties, Trading, Combat, and Quests as key steps toward Open Beta.

	== [https://www.reddit.com/r/WalkScape/comments/1hchuhd/devblog_51_gear_sets_and_holidays_break/ DevBlog #51: Gear sets and holidays break!] ==		== [https://www.reddit.com/r/WalkScape/comments/1hchuhd/devblog_51_gear_sets_and_holidays_break/ DevBlog #51: Gear sets and holidays break!] ==

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			== [https://www.reddit.com/r/WalkScape/comments/1alscgy/devblog_30_shortterm_roadmap_current_issues_in/ DevBlog #30: Short-term roadmap, current issues in the game and a recap!] ==

			* Development blogs resumed on a two-week schedule, with one larger post planned each month and a smaller update between them.
			* Closed Beta wave one had launched, with early feedback and bug reports being reviewed after the initial release period.
			* The Patreon and Buy Me a Coffee integrations were rebuilt to improve supporter linking, eligibility checks, and Closed Beta invite handling.
			* Wave two was planned for roughly two weeks later, after important fixes and QoL improvements were completed.
			* A new developer was being onboarded to help reduce the single-developer bottleneck.
			* Player feedback was described as positive overall, especially around WalkScape encouraging players to walk more.

			=== Added ===

			* Portal now shows the earliest support date, next-wave eligibility, and an estimated invite timing for eligible supporters.
			* Server emails were added for Closed Beta eligibility and game download invitations.
			* BMAC linking was updated to support one-time support events.
			* Localisations were being added to the game, Portal, and website.

			=== Changed ===

			* Patreon and BMAC status checks were changed from hourly to every 20 minutes.
			* Patreon and BMAC status checks were no longer limited by runtime, fixing scaling issues with supporter processing.
			* Patreon and BMAC email handling was improved to tolerate trailing spaces in supporter email addresses.
			* Chest and gear acquisition were identified as future balance targets, since most gear was currently gated behind chests until more loot sources were added.

			=== Planned ===

			* Wave two participants were planned to be invited in February.
			* February priorities included bug fixes, QoL improvements, minor content, Friends, Consumables, Achievements, and localisations.
			* March was planned to include the first minor update with new features and more content.
			* April was planned to include a second minor update and wave three invitations.
			* May-June was planned to include the first major update, focused on a significant new feature to improve game longevity, alongside another smaller content update.
			* New items, rare drops, and recipes were planned before or around wave two.
			* The saved steps limit was planned to increase.
			* Portal polls were planned so players could help influence future update priorities.
			* Smart watch support was confirmed as desired but described as a larger feature, with current bugs and phone pedometer reliability taking priority first.
			* New supporters could still gain access to wave two until the unannounced wave two cutoff date; after that, access would move to wave three.

			=== Known issues ===

			* The “rollback” issue could load an older save after connection loss or rapid reopening, especially on iOS.
			* Smaller issues included Miner’s Shirt being treated as pants, incorrect item attributes, broken total level leaderboards after a server update, skiing and frisbee golfing not working, and infinite waiting when a character name was already taken.
			* Chest balancing was not yet ideal, especially for players who walk less and for transformation skills such as carpentry, smithing, and cooking.
			* GDTE had limited content, though its gated access made this a lower immediate issue.
			* Swipe/navigation issues, especially on iOS, were planned to be fixed before wave two.

	== [https://www.reddit.com/r/WalkScape/comments/199ww0m/devblog_29_closed_beta_releases_the_past_the/ DevBlog #29: Closed Beta Releases. The past, the present and the future.] ==		== [https://www.reddit.com/r/WalkScape/comments/199ww0m/devblog_29_closed_beta_releases_the_past_the/ DevBlog #29: Closed Beta Releases. The past, the present and the future.] ==

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== [https://www.reddit.com/r/WalkScape/comments/199ww0m/devblog_29_closed_beta_releases_the_past_the/ DevBlog #29: Closed Beta Releases. The past, the present and the future.] ==

* Closed Beta wave one was made available for download through the Portal account page, with the game initially kept in maintenance mode before play opened.
* Closed Beta characters were confirmed to be wiped before Open Beta, with a possibility of additional wipes if major technical issues require them.
* Wave two was planned for after the first update, estimated at around three weeks depending on launch bugs and critical issues.
* A Closed Beta update structure was outlined: OTA content updates and minor patches every 1–3 weeks, minor feature updates every 1–2 months, and major updates roughly once per quarter.
* Farming was named as the first planned major update, with future regions such as Wallisia, Galeforge, and Wrentmark mentioned as possible later additions.
* Players were expected to help influence feature priorities through Portal and in-game polling.
* The Closed Beta version requires an internet connection to open and interact with the online game, while phone pedometer steps still count offline and during maintenance.
* Offline mode was planned for later as a separate way to play without any internet requirement.
* The developer planned to attend Pocket Gamer Connects in London from January 21–26, with the first fixes and polish update expected after returning.

=== Added ===

* Closed Beta wave one download access through the Portal account page.
* Temporary tutorial mechanics to introduce some game functions.
* Infrastructure for OTA content updates, online requirements, and game validation.

=== Planned ===

* Achievements and Consumables were listed as top post-launch priorities.
* Localisations, settings, and additional QoL features were planned for the following weeks.
* An adventure mode was mentioned as a possible future solution for longer periods without internet access.

=== Known issues ===

* Apple review delays affected iOS/TestFlight availability, delaying the lifting of maintenance mode until Apple allowed users to download the game.
* Game validation, OTA updates, and other recently added systems had bugs and confusing error messages; restarting or reinstalling was suggested as a temporary fix.
* Android step counting could fail after restarting the phone because the pedometer resets to 0; players were advised to open the game before and immediately after restarting.
* UI elements and tutorial coverage were incomplete, and some search/settings/QoL functions were not yet working.
* Performance had not yet been fully optimised, with Android expected to lag more than iOS on some devices.
* The Patreon linking system slowed down after a large increase in supporters, causing recently linked Patreons to not be processed correctly.