What changed in Slime Rancher in 2018

Celebrate the Season with Slime Rancher's Wiggly Wonderland, featuring daily visits from the mysterious twinkle slime.

The twinkle slime will appear once per day between Dec 18 - Dec 30, leaving gifts for ranchers to collect.

Join the holiday giveaway by sharing your adventures using #WigglyWonderland for a chance to win a Slime Rancher-themed ASTRO A40 headset.

Fixed a bug related to activating/deactivating Steam Overlay.

Adjusted growth to ensure they are ripe when entering a secret area.

Fixed a bug where the shop wouldn't add a slime key to inventory after purchase.

The pond received a visual update.

Fixed a bug causing tarrs to stop chomping if the player stood still.

A pop-up message on the main menu to keep players updated on news and updates.

Fixed a bug where Playset Slime Toys didn't reduce agitation properly.

Special event slimes are now hidden until discovered and not required for the 'Pro Style' achievement.

Preparing for the incoming holiday event with a separate update planned.

Gilded Gingers now appear in two locations daily and are easier to locate.

Fixed an issue where scareslimes weren't scary enough.

Includes a Steam exclusive fashion pod, slime toy, and chroma pack.

Resolved issues causing drones to behave erratically.

Fixed an issue where the slime key count on the map didn't include discovered keys.

Fixed an issue where the Newbucks UI could get stuck on the screen.

Implemented minor localization fixes and improvements.

Addressed input issues for non-Steam controllers.

Game credits have been extended due to team expansion.

Fixed a visual bug where drones appeared to shrink items instead of vacuuming them.

Explore three VR playgrounds: Dry Reef, Moss Blanket, and Ancient Ruins.

A free, standalone add-on that allows players to interact with slimes in a VR environment.

Slime Rancher is 50% off during the Steam Halloween Sale from now through Nov 1.

The Party Gordo is giving out a special Halloween treat. Pop him and break Party Crates for Jack-o'-lantern ornaments.

Jack-o'-lantern ornaments available from Oct 30 to Nov 1.

Fixed a bug where gold slimes left an incorrectly colored splat.

Fixed an issue where fruits and veggies would almost always be unripe in unvisited areas.

Added Korean translation to the game.

Updated the Chinese translation.

Fixed ferals cooling off after jumping into water while chasing players.

Fixed gamepad bindings buttons being invisible in certain resolutions.

Fixed an issue where plorts didn't know whether to stay or go after a save/load.

Drones can now deliver to the Refinery and have improved interaction with targets.

Completely overhauled the French translation.

Fixed an issue where the ash trough did not remember its fullness after a save/reload.

Fixed instances where some game translations overflowed in the UI.

Drones can now deliver food directly from silos to corrals.

Added a fix to prevent items from getting stuck below ground in Ogden’s Retreat.

Fixed drone trail artifacts upon re-entering areas with drones.

Incinerators now only feed fire slimes and will not infinitely destroy items.

Upgraded the game engine to Unity 2018 for performance improvements.

DirectX 9 is no longer supported.

Fixed the 'Reset Defaults' button leaving the invert-y-axis option inconsistent.

Fixed a bug where certain slime types counted towards the Omnivorous achievement.

Fixed drones grabbing carrots instead of odd onions while not looking.

Announcing the free VR Playground DLC that allows players to interact with slimes in a virtual reality setting.

Fixed bug where drones could get stuck on gordos and slime toys.

Fixed bug resulting in drones trying to take a position inside the archways on the docks.

Fixed bug where gardens produced slightly less food than intended.

Fixed bug where drones did not perform behaviors while the player was knocked out.

Fixed bug where gordos could sometimes be replaced by another gordo.

Fixed bug where some drone behaviors performed extra times while sleeping.

Fixed bug where puddle and fire slimes did not notice they weren't on their preferred surface.

Made adjustments to SFX volume and balance.

Drones are now available to assist with various tasks around the ranch.

Fixed bug where items washed up in docks stood unnaturally straight.

Fixed bug where PS4 controllers on PC could not bring up the game menu.

Fixed bug where some slimes, especially Hunter Largos, remained calm under extreme circumstances.

Using a PS4 controller on PC now shows PS4 button prompts.

Added Japanese and Brazilian Portuguese translations.

Fixed bug where phase lemon trees would phase repeatedly when watered.

Improved experience when returning to previously visited areas.

A Blueprint for drones is now available for purchase at the Lab.

Updated font choices to better match Chinese/Japanese characters.

Fixed bug where a ball of water could spawn in the docks after a player knockout.

Drones are coming to Slime Rancher next week, designed to assist with various tasks around the ranch.

Slime Rancher will no longer support DirectX 9 as Valve drops support for Windows XP and Vista.

New Slime Science gadget allowing players to program drones for various tasks around the ranch.

DirectX 9 users can continue playing an offline, older version of the game, but will not receive updates after 1.3.0.

Added an official Chinese translation.

Fixed some spots in Moss Blanket where players could get stuck.

Fixed a typo in Mochi’s dialogue.

Fixed some spots in Mochi’s Manor where players could get stuck.

Fixed a bug allowing popping up certain screens while sleeping until morning.

Enhanced visual effects for crate breaking.

Fixed some animation issues for silo storage screens.

Added rich presence for Discord to share your in-game status.

Fixed a bug where gamepad button icons would show the wrong thing for a frame.

Fixed bug with some Rush Mode translations not fitting on the end-game screen.

Fixed a bug sometimes causing inaccurate shooting while running in the Nimble Valley.

Improved the damage indicator effect.

Every weekend, hunt down the Party Gordo for party presents and festive ornaments.

Fixed a bug where ornaments oriented themselves facing slightly downwards.

Improvements and optimizations around game saving and animated objects.

Fixed bug with items sometimes getting stuck in corral barriers.

Tips for Rush Mode include popping gold gordos for gold plorts and completing daily Range Exchange requests for bonuses.

Added clarification on how to enter the contest, allowing one submission per day.

Final Score Goal for contest adjusted to 150,000 to allow more players to participate.

Compete in Rush Mode for a chance to win prizes by submitting your best score.

Capacity increased to 300 units from 100.

Non-Rush Mode achievements will no longer be awarded while in Rush Mode.

Better support for multiple users on one machine.

Fixed a bug where names of items stored in the vac wouldn’t translate when selecting a different language.

Fixed some quicksilver slime sounds so they now sound like quicksilver slimes.

Resetting in-game achievements will no longer reset Steam achievements.

Added an intro animation to the start of Rush Mode.

Fixed a bug where Mochi’s Manor icon was not appearing on teleporters.

Coins dropped in the world are now pocketed much quicker.

Fixed a bug where the incinerator could destroy glints.

Added flashy effects to the Nimble Valley countdown animation.

Pop-up appears if you earn an achievement while having only one type unlocked.

Fixed a bug where fire slimes would bounce out of their troughs when they saw Beatrix.

Fixed bug where the vac would jitter while moving.

In-game achievements will no longer sync when starting a new game on Steam.

Fixed a spot in the Nimble Valley where you could get stuck.

Enhanced visual effects.

Mochi will now pay you 200 newbucks for every 10 quicksilver plorts delivered.

Pop-up for missing achievements will now show if you earn an achievement while having only one type unlocked.

Completed immediately upon opening the map.

Silo and warp depot slot capacity increased to 300 units (from 100).

Total of 12 slots available.

Silos and warp depots now accept ornaments and echoes.

Prevents confusion when ranchers time travel or access ranch on different machines.

Sounds now match quicksilver slimes.

Map tutorial will be completed immediately upon opening the map.

Beatrix won't be able to sleep past 6:00AM.

Fixed the snooze button on the ranch alarm clock so Beatrix won’t be able to sleep past 6:00AM.

Added pizzazz to the end animation for Rush Mode.

Glints will no longer be destroyed.

Fixed a part of Mochi’s Manor where you could get stuck before you opened the expansion barrier.

No longer need to completely fill the new silos.

Fixed a bug where ranchers could sneak quicksilver plorts off of the Valley using warp depots and silos.

Updated some Russian in the Russian translation.

Silos now have 3 storage slots per side, totaling 12 slots.

Fixed some bugs related to the Tabby Space Program where tabby slimes were attempting to rocket to the moon.

Updated silo achievement so you won’t need to completely fill the new silos.

Fixed bug where radar icons would sometimes shake while moving.

Fixed a treacherous spot in the Glass Desert where you could get stuck.

Unlinked Steam achievements from in-game achievements for better support of multiple users.

Created a game save mechanism to prevent confusion when ranchers time travel or access their ranch on different machines.

Fixed an issue where some ranchers experienced odd disappearances and reappearances of items and slimes.

Resolved an issue where gadgets would disappear if not in view.

New gadget in Mochi's Manor for entertaining slimes.

Restored plort market to show trends instead of stars in Adventure Mode.

Explore the new Nimble Valley and chase down quicksilver slimes.

Now allows different options on different computers.

Addressed a bug that could launch slimes and items unexpectedly.

New quicksilver slimes that feed on electricity and cannot be sold on the Plort Market.

Resolved an issue where chickens could get stuck behind a tree.

Updated the appearance of the newbucks icon.

Lightning quick slimes that feed on electricity, requiring new feeding methods.

Allows different options on different computers.

Achievements modified to better suit the new Rush Mode.

New quicksilver slimes to be found in the Nimble Valley.

Framerate capped to prevent GPU overheating issues.

Resolved an issue where players could get stuck without a jet pack.

Addressed a bug that could launch slimes and other items.

Addressed multiple minor bugs and optimizations.

Corrected an issue where all market prices appeared inflated upon loading.

Locked framerate to prevent GPU overheating issues.

Unique ranching mechanics for harvesting quicksilver plorts.

Explore the new Nimble Valley and chase down quicksilver slimes.

New gadgets like Spark Shot and Charge Stations to assist in plort harvesting.

Specialized vac-tech tools provided by Mochi for new gameplay experiences.

Utilize Mochi's specialized vac-tech with various tools for ranching.

Resolved an issue where gold slimes could flee improperly.

A new mode to create the most efficient ranch within a time limit, replacing 5-Day Rush.

Three new gadget sites added, though Moustache Island is fictional.

New gadgets like Spark Shot and Thunderclap to assist in collecting quicksilver plorts.

Occasionally doubles newbucks for plorts deposited into the market.

Explore the new zone home to quicksilver slimes and complete Range Exchange assignments.

Added notifications for earning or spending newbucks.

Resolved an issue where players could get wedged without a jet pack.

A new game mode where players earn newbucks within a time limit.

Resolved an issue with gold slimes fleeing improperly.

Learn to harvest quicksilver plorts in the new area.

Addressed a bug related to Rush Mode.

A new zone featuring quicksilver slimes and various assignments for Mochi.

Addressed multiple minor bugs and optimizations.

Three new gadget sites added to Moustache Island.

Release delayed due to the move to a new office.

Race through the Nimble Valley alongside quicksilver slimes.

Race through the Nimble Valley alongside the quicksilver slimes.

Expect a refreshed Rush Mode in the upcoming update.

Practice running and shooting in the refreshed Rush Mode.