What changed in Town of Salem in 2016
285 updates · 29 main milestones · Feb 3, 2016 to Dec 21, 2016
- 6 events100% Merit Points Grant for Steam Usersbalance change
Steam users now receive 100% Merit Points from all activities.
SteamSteambot3000 Exclusive Skin for Steam Usersnew contentNew exclusive skin available for all Steam users.
Steam100% Merit Points Grantbalance changePlayers now receive 100% Merit Points from all activities.
Steam - 20 eventsIncreased Merit Points from Steambalance change
Steam now gives you 100% increased Merit Points earned.
SteamTransporter Target Selection Changebalance changeRemoved the ability for the Transporter to select a player as both targets for their transport.
SteamIncreased Town Points for Steam Usersbalance changeSteam now gives 2000 Town Points up from 1300.
SteamElo Calculation Tweaksbalance changeTweaks to how Elo was calculated to benefit lower Elo players winning against higher Elo opponents.
SteamIncreased Merit Points for Steam Usersbalance changeSteam now gives you 100% increased Merit Points earned.
SteamNew Character: War-Torn Santanew contentSteamNew Pet: Blitzennew contentSteamTransporter Target Selection Changebalance changeRemoved the ability for the Transporter to select a player as both targets for their transport.
SteamNew Pet: Santa's Little Helpernew contentSteamElementals Available with Merit Pointsquality of lifeTamers of Elementals and Elementals purchased with Merit Points.
SteamNew Pet: Blitzennew contentSteamNew Character: Krampusnew contentSteamRanked Timer Adjustmentbalance changeThe Ranked timer was brought back down to 3 minutes at the max time.
SteamNew Character: Krampusnew contentSteamCosmetics Availability Changequality of lifeTamers of Elementals and Elementals purchased with Merit Points now available.
SteamNew Pet: Santa's Little Helpernew contentSteamRanked Timer Adjustmentbalance changeThe Ranked timer was brought back down to 3 minutes at the max time.
SteamElo Calculation Tweaksbalance changeTweaks to how Elo was calculated to benefit lower Elo players winning against higher Elo opponents.
SteamNew Character: War-Torn Santanew contentSteam - 40 eventsFixed Multiple Crashes on Mobilebug fixMilestone
Resolved several issues causing crashes on Android and iOS.
SteamFriends List Sorting Issue Fixedbug fixResolved an issue with the friends list not sorting alphabetically.
SteamSpelling and Grammar Errors Fixedbug fixCorrected several spelling and grammar errors in game messages.
SteamFixed Character Name Issuesbug fixCorrected several characters with names that were out of place.
SteamMultiple Crashes Fixed for Mobilebug fixMilestoneFixed several issues causing crashes on Android and iOS.
SteamFixed Invitable Players Bugbug fixPlayers sometimes were not invitable if they left the end game screen early.
SteamNew Characters: King, Queen, Prince, Princess, Knight, Archernew contentMilestoneIntroduced six new characters to the game.
SteamMerit Points System IntroducedgameplayAdded Merit Points as a new free currency from playing games and earning achievements.
SteamFixed Spelling/Grammar Errorsbug fixCorrected a few spelling and grammar errors in game messages.
SteamLoading Message for Shop Imagesbug fixAdded a loading message for images in the shop or customization.
SteamNew Characters: King, Queen, Prince, Princess, Knight, Archernew contentMilestoneIntroduced six new characters to the game.
SteamTrial Limit Set to 3 per Daybalance changeMilestoneLimited the number of trials players can have to 3 per day to address VFR issues.
SteamDisguiser Role Reworkbalance changeMilestoneThe Disguiser can now disguise as a player's role, adding new layers of deception.
SteamLoading Message for Shop Imagesbug fixAdded a loading message for images in the shop or customization.
SteamEnd Game Screen Invitation Bug Fixedbug fixPlayers can now be invited correctly after leaving the end game screen.
SteamFixed Seance Communication Bugbug fixPlayers being seanced could not talk to the Medium at night.
SteamFriends List Sorting Issue Fixedbug fixResolved an issue causing the friends list to not sort alphabetically.
SteamTrials Limited to 3 Per Daybalance changeMilestoneLimited the number of trials players can have per day to address abusive strategies.
SteamMerit Points System IntroducedgameplayAdded Merit Points as a new free currency from playing games and earning achievements.
SteamMessage Box Erasure Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug that erased messages with friends when joining a lobby.
SteamDisguiser Role Reworkedbalance changeMilestoneThe Disguiser can now disguise as a player's role, adding new layers of deception.
Steam - 30 eventsMobile Whisper Bug Fixbug fix
Fixed a bug that allowed mobile users to whisper when blackmailed.
SteamHomepage Display Fix for Last Will and Death Notesbug fixFixed a bug where leaving a game before last will and death notes were displayed caused them to show on the homepage.
SteamLimited Use Abilities Target Selection Fixbug fixFixed an issue where roles with limited use abilities could select targets at night with no uses left.
SteamNew Characters: Beelzebub and Nosferatunew contentMilestoneIntroduction of two new characters, Beelzebub with a unique death animation and Nosferatu.
SteamLimited Use Abilities Bug Fixbug fixFixed an issue where roles with limited use abilities could still select targets at night.
SteamTurkish Language System AnnouncementotherAnnouncement of a system to allow Turkish players to join matches without disrupting English speakers.
SteamMobile Screen Lock Timeout Improvementquality of lifeMobile users can now lock their screens and have 15 seconds to return before being disconnected.
SteamExecutioner Target Changesbalance changeThe Executioner can no longer target the Jailor but can target the Spy again.
SteamLast Will and Death Notes Display Fixbug fixFixed a bug where leaving a game before last will and death notes were displayed caused them to show on the homepage.
SteamTurkish Language System AnnouncementotherAnnouncement of a system to allow Turkish players to join matches meant for Turkish users.
SteamMobile Whisper Bug Fixbug fixFixed a bug that allowed mobile users to whisper when blackmailed.
SteamIPv6 Connection Stability ImprovementperformanceFixed an issue causing unstable connections for players using IPv6.
SteamIPv6 Connection Stability ImprovementperformanceFixed an issue causing unstable connections for players using IPv6.
SteamNew Pets: Alice and Tutankhamunnew contentAddition of two new pets, Alice and Tutankhamun, along with a re-release of the Specter.
SteamDead Chat Blocking Fixbug fixDead chat was being blocked at times when it shouldn't be, this has been resolved.
SteamMobile Party Invite Display Issuebug fixFixed a display issue when mobile users declined invites to parties.
SteamDisplay Issue Fix for Mobile Party Invitesbug fixFixed a display issue when mobile users declined invites to parties.
SteamMobile Screen Lock Improvementquality of lifeMobile users can now lock their screens and have 15 seconds to return to the game before disconnecting.
SteamNew Pets: Alice and Tutankhamunnew contentMilestoneAddition of two new pets, Alice and Tutankhamun, along with a re-release of the Specter.
SteamExecutioner Target Changesbalance changeThe Executioner can no longer target the Jailor but can target the Spy again.
SteamDead Chat Block Fixbug fixDead chat was being blocked at times when it shouldn't be, this has been resolved.
SteamNew Characters: Beelzebub and Nosferatunew contentIntroduction of two new characters, Beelzebub with a unique death animation and Nosferatu.
Steam - 20 eventsAdded Error Sound for Mobile Usersquality of life
An error sound will play for mobile users when they try to talk when they aren't able to.
SteamAdded Error Sound for Mobile Usersquality of lifeAn error sound will play for mobile users when they try to talk when unable to.
SteamNew Characters Addednew contentThe Crimson Katana, Barthule of Far River, and Brock Smith are now available.
SteamFixed Pet Appearance Issuebug fixResolved an issue that would cause pets to occasionally not appear in game.
SteamMobile Client Crash Issues Fixedbug fixFixed several issues that were causing mobile clients to crash.
SteamFeatured Video Display Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue that was preventing the Featured Video from displaying on Steam.
SteamFixed Night Talking Issue for Dead Playersbug fixResolved an issue that would cause players to not be able to talk at night when dead.
SteamImproved User Messages for Mobile Updatesquality of lifeMore user-facing messages added to indicate when the mobile client is checked for updates.
SteamEnhanced Update Messages for Mobile Clientquality of lifeAdded more user-facing messages to show when the mobile client is checked for updates.
SteamNew Characters Addednew contentThe Crimson Katana, Barthule of Far River, and Brock Smith are now available.
SteamFeatured Video Display Issue Fixedbug fixResolved an issue preventing the Featured Video from displaying on Steam.
SteamFixed Pet Appearance Issuebug fixResolved an issue causing pets to occasionally not appear in game.
SteamMobile Client Crash Issues Resolvedbug fixFixed a few issues that would cause mobile clients to crash.
Steam - 24 eventsCharacter Position Bugs Fixedbug fix
Fixed several character position issues in certain game instances.
SteamCharacter Position Bugs Fixedbug fixFixed several character position issues that occurred in certain instances.
SteamDisconnect Bug Related to Ads Fixedbug fixFixed bugs causing certain users to disconnect when closing ads.
SteamMultiline Last Will/Death Note Supportquality of lifeAdded support for multiline entries in Last Will and Death Notes.
SteamClick Sound Bug Fixedbug fixResolved bugs causing click sounds when there was nothing to click.
SteamRevamped Leaver Buster SystemgameplayMilestoneNew penalties for leaving games, with a system that resets every 7 days.
SteamClick Sound Bug Fixedbug fixResolved bugs causing click sounds when there was nothing to click.
SteamIntroduction of 3 New Tamersnew contentAdded Tamer of Frost, Tamer of Flames, and Tamer of Thunder.
SteamSettings Save Bug Fixed on Mobilebug fixFixed a bug that prevented certain settings from saving on mobile.
SteamRevamped Leaver Buster SystemgameplayMilestoneNew penalties for leaving games, including timeouts based on number of leaves.
SteamMultiline Last Will/Death Note Supportui uxAdded support for multiline entries in Last Will and Death Notes.
SteamVersion Checking ImplementationsystemAdded version checking to ensure players are on the correct game version.
SteamDisconnect Bug Fixed When Closing Adsbug fixFixed bugs that caused users to disconnect when closing ads.
SteamIntroduction of 3 New Elemental Creaturesnew contentAdded Frost Titan, Hot Spot, and Crashing Thunder.
SteamAdded Leave Game Buttonquality of lifeAllows players to leave a game without refreshing or restarting clients.
SteamIntroduction of 3 New Tamersnew contentAdded Tamer of Frost, Tamer of Flames, and Tamer of Thunder.
SteamIntroduction of 3 New Elemental Creaturesnew contentAdded Frost Titan, Hot Spot, and Crashing Thunder.
SteamSettings Save Bug on Mobile Fixedbug fixFixed a bug that prevented certain settings from saving on mobile.
SteamLeave Game Button Addedquality of lifeAllows players to leave a game without refreshing or restarting clients.
Steam - 8 eventsNew Pet: Ling Ling the Pandanew contentSteamNew Skin: Ling Ling the Pandanew contentSteamNew Skin: Yaun Itor the Janitornew contentSteamNew Skin: Forgetful Freddie the Amnesiacnew contentSteamNew Skin: Forgetful Freddie the Amnesiacnew contentSteamNew Skin: Yaun Itor the Janitornew contentSteamNew Pet: Hippity Hoppernew contentSteamNew Skin: Hippity Hoppernew contentSteam
- 20 eventsUpdated Dialog Box Text After Purchasing Account Name Changeui uxSteamFixed Gallows Stage Not Responding to Touches to Drag Background on Mobilebug fixSteamServer Stability/Hardening ImprovementsperformanceSteamFixed Bug Where Clicking on Random Townie Image in Customization Would Not Open Character Selection Dialogbug fixSteamFixed Player Stats/Leaderboard Bugsbug fixMilestoneSteamFixed Wrapping Issue for Town Investigative Role Text in Role Listbug fixSteamEnd-Game Chat Window Now Receives System Messagesbug fixSteamFixed Wrapping Issue for Town Investigative Role Text in Role Listbug fixSteamServer Stability/Hardening ImprovementsperformanceSteamAdded Ranked Practice Mode to Mobilenew contentSteamFixed Player Stats/Leaderboard Bugsbug fixMilestoneSteamEnd-Game Chat Window Now Receives System Messagesui uxSteamFixed Gallows Stage Not Responding to Touches to Drag Background on Mobilebug fixSteamAdded Ranked Practice Mode to Mobilenew contentSteamImproved Uriel Character GraphicsvisualsSteamFixed Vampire Bites Mafia Message on Mobilebug fixSteamImproved Uriel Character GraphicsvisualsSteamFixed Vampire Bites Mafia Message on Mobilebug fixSteamFixed Bug Where Clicking on Random Townie Image Would Not Open Character Selection Dialogbug fixSteamUpdated Dialog Box Text After Purchasing Account Name Changebug fixSteam
- 28 eventsNew Female Skin Giveawaynew content
Introduction of the Betty Parris skin and refunds for previous purchases.
SteamInvestigator Results ReworkgameplayMilestoneReworked Investigator results to improve balance and gameplay dynamics.
SteamNew Lobby Iconsnew contentAdded new lobby icons for various roles including Godfather, Jailor, and more.
SteamRole Balancing Adjustmentsbalance changeMilestoneChanges to Mayor, Blackmailer, and Vampire roles to improve balance.
SteamRanked Stats Recording Fixbug fixFixed a bug where ranked stats weren't always recording properly.
SteamInvestigator Results ReworkgameplayMilestoneReworked Investigator results to improve balance and gameplay dynamics.
SteamNew Lobby Iconsnew contentAdded lobby icons for various roles including Godfather, Jailor, and more.
SteamIn-Game Rules Implementationnew contentDetailed set of rules added to the game to explain Terms of Service and reduce rule-breaking.
SteamGeneral Server Improvementsbug fixImprovements to reduce disconnection issues and increase performance.
SteamFemale Skins Giveawaynew contentIntroduction of the Betty Parris skin and refunds for previous purchases.
SteamIn-Game Rules Addednew contentA noticeable set of rules available in-game to explain Terms of Service in detail.
SteamGeneral Server Improvementsbug fixImprovements to reduce disconnections and enhance performance.
SteamRole Balancing Changesbalance changeMilestoneAdjustments made to Mayor, Blackmailer, and Vampire roles for better balance.
SteamPlayer Statistics Page and Leaderboardsnew contentNew statistics page and leaderboards for tracking player performance.
SteamPlayer Statistics Page and Leaderboardsnew contentNew page to view personal stats and leaderboards for competitive tracking.
SteamRandomize Cosmetics Every Gamequality of lifePlayers can now randomize their character, pet, and house cosmetics.
SteamRandomize Cosmetics Featurequality of lifePlayers can now randomize their character, pet, and house cosmetics each game.
Steam - 35 eventsFixed Internet Connection Bugbug fix
Resolved issue causing false no internet connection messages.
SteamFixed Phantom Text Field Cursor Bugbug fixResolved cursor getting stuck in a phantom text field after entering name.
SteamInternet Connection Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug causing players to receive a message indicating no internet connection.
SteamAngels and Demons Purchasable Itemsnew contentAdded new purchasable items: Uriel, Cerberus, Infernal Portal, and new lobby icons.
SteamRole Assignment Tips Rotationquality of lifeAdded a rotation of tips that display when a player is assigned their role.
SteamKickstarter Items Addednew contentIntroduced new Kickstarter items including Crimson Reaper, Millicent Moneybags, and Sir Hamlot.
SteamFixed Congratulations Popup Bugbug fixResolved issue where Congratulations popup did not appear after Town Points purchase.
SteamLobby Countdown Timer Sound Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where the countdown timer in the lobby did not produce sound.
SteamGame Rules List Addedquality of lifeA list of game rules in layman's terms was added earlier than planned.
SteamKickstarter Item: Crimson Reapernew contentUnique death animation for the Crimson Reaper, a Kickstarter reward.
SteamFixed Town Points Update Bugbug fixResolved issue where Town Points were not updated on the Client after purchase.
SteamImproved Mobile ConnectivityperformanceSteamFixed Incorrect Report Reason Bugbug fixResolved issue with incorrect reasons on mobile bug reports.
SteamCursor Stuck in Phantom Text Fieldbug fixFixed a bug where the cursor would be stuck in a phantom text field after entering a name.
SteamGender Pronouns Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug that caused incorrect gender pronouns to be used based on player skin.
SteamKickstarter Item: Millicent Moneybagsnew contentAffluent character, wife of Montgomery Moneybags.
SteamFixed Sound Issues in Name Select and Role Wheelbug fixResolved sound not playing during Name Select and Role Wheel.
SteamCongratulations Popup Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where the Congratulations popup did not appear after a Town Points purchase.
SteamTown Points Update Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where Town Points were not updated on the Client after a purchase.
SteamIncorrect Houses Display Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where incorrect or no houses would show up on certain maps.
SteamAngels and Demons Item: Infernal Portalnew contentPortal to the afterlife with an unsettling glow.
SteamIncorrect Report Reason Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug where reports made on mobile had incorrect reasons.
SteamFixed House Display Bug on Certain Mapsbug fixResolved issue where incorrect or no houses showed up on certain maps.
Steam - 16 eventsFixed Ranked Queue Stuck Issuebug fix
Ranked Queue getting stuck at 00:00 when joining at a specific moment has been fixed.
SteamServer Side HTML Filtering Implementedbug fixSteamNew Cosmetic: Red Riding Hoodnew contentShe is just on her way to deliver some goodies to grandma, she should keep her eyes peeled for a wandering Werewolf.
SteamAdjusted Ranked Queue Acceptancebug fixMilestoneIf you clicked accept on the ranked queue and it was unbalanced, you won't be automatically put into the next game without clicking accept anymore.
SteamNew Cosmetic: Wolf's Dennew contentA new cosmetic representing the Big Bad Wolf's hiding place.
SteamFixed Ranked Queue Stuck Issuebug fixMilestoneRanked Queue getting stuck at 00:00 when joining at a specific moment has been fixed.
SteamNew Cosmetic: Red Riding Hoodnew contentShe is just on her way to deliver some goodies to grandma, she should keep her eyes peeled for a wandering Werewolf though.
SteamFixed Lobby Leaving Issuebug fixIf you joined a new lobby from the endgame screen you were not able to leave the lobby, this has been fixed.
SteamServer Side HTML Filtering Implementedbug fixSteamFixed Lobby Leaving Issuebug fixMilestoneIf you joined a new lobby from the endgame screen you were not able to leave the lobby, this has been fixed.
SteamNew Cosmetic: Lone Wolfnew contentA new character cosmetic that adds a little guy who is not after Red.
SteamAdjusted Ranked Queue Acceptancebug fixIf you clicked accept on the ranked queue and it was unbalanced, you won't be automatically put into the next game without clicking accept anymore.
Steam - 14 eventsGameplay Mechanics of the Card Gamegameplay
Players take turns passing out role cards, performing night actions, and accusing each other until one faction remains.
SteamFree 'Angels & Demons' Cosmetic Pack Announcementnew contentA free pack of cosmetics will be available to all users who log in during the Kickstarter campaign if a stretch goal is met.
SteamTown of Salem - The Card Game Kickstarter Launchdlc releaseMilestoneTown of Salem - The Card Game is now live on Kickstarter, allowing players to enjoy the game in real life.
SteamGameplay Mechanics of Town of Salem - The Card GamegameplayPlayers take turns passing out role cards, performing night actions, and holding trials based on accusations.
SteamIntroduction of New Roles in Card Gamenew contentThe card game includes many favorite roles from Town of Salem as well as some brand new ones.
SteamMobile Version of Town of Salem in Beta TestinggameplayMilestoneThe mobile version of Town of Salem is currently in beta testing and will be live shortly.
SteamFuture Development Plans Post-Kickstarterquality of lifeProfits from the Kickstarter will be used to hire more staff for Town of Salem, improving future updates.
SteamFree Digital Rewards for Backersnew contentBackers of the Kickstarter will receive unique cosmetics as part of their rewards.
SteamFree 'Angels & Demons' Cosmetic Packnew contentA free cosmetic pack will be available to all users who log in during the Kickstarter campaign if a stretch goal is met.
SteamIntroduction of New Roles in Card Gamenew contentThe card game includes many favorite roles as well as some brand new ones.
SteamFuture Development Plans Post-Kickstarterquality of lifeProfits from the Kickstarter will be used to hire more staff for Town of Salem, improving digital features.
SteamMobile Version Development UpdatesystemMilestoneThe mobile version of Town of Salem is currently in Beta testing and will be live shortly.
SteamTown of Salem - The Card Game Kickstarter Launchdlc releaseMilestoneTown of Salem - The Card Game is now live on Kickstarter, allowing players to enjoy the game in real life with friends.
SteamFree Digital Rewards for Backersnew contentBackers of the Kickstarter will receive unique cosmetics as part of their rewards.
Steam - 8 eventsGodfather Character Introductionnew content
The head of the Mafia finally receives the character treatment!
SteamGodfather Character Treatmentnew contentThe head of the Mafia finally receives the character treatment!
SteamHigh Roller Map Releasenew contentA new map themed around gambling, reflecting Mafia interests.
SteamHigh Roller Map Releasenew contentA new map themed around gambling, reflecting Mafia interests.
Steam - 16 eventsNew Login Music Addedaudio
New Login music introduced along with the Cupid pet's invasion of the Login page.
SteamServer Stability ImprovedperformanceMilestoneSignificant improvements to server stability and a decrease in lag.
SteamPaypal Purchase Issues Addressedbug fixImprovements made to resolve issues with items not being received after Paypal purchases.
SteamTutorial Requirement Removedbug fixThe required Tutorial for new users has been removed due to bugs and issues.
SteamMac Steam Issues Fixedbug fixVarious issues with the Mac version of the Steam client have been resolved.
SteamNew Login Music AddedaudioNew login music introduced along with the Cupid pet's invasion of the login page.
SteamMac Steam Client Issues Fixedbug fixVarious issues surrounding the Mac version of the Steam client have been resolved.
SteamCupid Pet Releasednew contentEnlist the Cupid Pet's help to get the attention of that special someone.
SteamTutorial Removedbug fixThe required tutorial for new users has been removed due to bugs and issues.
SteamPaypal Purchase Issues Addressedbug fixFixes introduced to resolve issues with items not being received when purchased via Paypal.
SteamServer Stability ImprovedperformanceMilestoneSignificant improvements to server stability and performance, with reduced lag.
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