Release Date Trailer
https://youtu.be/zV5IRwVu6cs After a long journey together in Steam Early Access we can finally announce that Winkeltje: The Little Shop is scheduled to officially release on April 22nd 2022 on 8:00 UTC (10:00 for Amsterdam) on Windows, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. In addition, you should also be able to play Winkeltje on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. Note that there may be some delay depending on region or platform.Countdown to Launch - Set a Reminder
https://youtu.be/UeWOUP_YFSU In 15 days, as of this publication, Winkeltje should be playable on a plethora of devices. You can join us in counting down to release in the YouTube Launch Trailer premiere linked above. Be sure to set a reminder so you will be notified when the video and the game goes live.Launch Features
Let's have a look at what you can look forward to on launch.Employees
With this much requested feature you can hire and manage employees that will help you in keeping your shop stocked. Employees will gain experience and grow to the limit of their ability. Manage salaries and keep an eye out for new talent as your employer skill increases.
Upgradeable End-Game Storage
When you reach the end-game you will now be able to buy a storage basement hatch. This is an upgradeable storage that will enable you to increase your storage capacity if you can afford it. As a result you can reclaim your store space without losing storage capacity.
New Decorations
You can look forward to a bunch of new decorations themed around spring, summer, and the outdoors that can be unlocked through some new objectives or by increasing your shop level. Some unique item pedestals can be obtained by reaching the maximum item crafting level.
New Cosmetics
Both shopkeeper types received a new outfit, boots, and hair. New color options for this outfit can be unlocked by completing new crafting achievements.
New Floors
New floor options have been added. Some are accessible from the start while others will be unlocked as you progress.
Major Performance Improvements
With a massive effort to improve performance on console devices we have found and applied numerous performance improvements across the board. We took care in maintaining the look and feel of the game although you may notice some differences in aesthetics.
