- Catjinni Survivors – 50% Off Weeklong Deal & A Quick Community Note! - 24 August 2026
Hi everyone,Starting today, Catjinni Survivors is featured in Steam's Weeklong Deal at 50% off – grab it now for just $4.99!Whether you play on desktop or dive straight into the action with your VR headset: enjoy fast-paced horde survival, a unique art style, and roguelite progression.A quick note for new & existing players: For small indie projects, Steam reviews are the lifeblood of visibility. If you pick up the game during the sale or already have it in your library, please consider leaving a short, honest review on Steam. Even a single sentence helps the algorithm tremendously to reach more players.Thank you so much for your support, and have fun surviving the desert ruins!
- Major Optimization & QoL Update: Bug Fixes, Translation Overhaul, and Community - 28 May 2026
Hello everyone!Over the last month, I’ve been hard at work tracking down bugs, analyzing performance data, and combing through your feedback. Thanks to your amazing reports, I’ve put together a massive update focused on stabilization, localization polish, and highly requested Quality of Life changes just in time for the upcoming Danmaku Festival!Here is what’s new in the latest version:⚙️ Performance & Stability (Big Focus!)Enormous Stability Improvements: Game stability has been drastically stepped up across the board. If you experienced performance degradation or instability after playing for an extended period, those issues should now be entirely a thing of the past!Long-Playtime Crashes Squashed: successfully tracked down and completely eradicated a memory leak. The game now correctly frees up memory, meaning it will run cool, fast, and perfectly stable no matter how many hours your…
- Hotfix Update: Listening to Your Feedback! Bug Fixes, Better XP, Cheaper Heroes - 20 April 2026
Hi everyone! Thank you so much to everyone who has jumped into Catjinni since launch! I've been watching your gameplay and reading your feedback closely. Based on your reports, I've just pushed a major hotfix to smooth out the experience and fix a progression bug (Thank you Wiwi!). 🛠️ Patch Notes: Fixed a Progression Blocker: Resolved an issue where the final level (Furlin's Dungeon) could lock up again under certain conditions, even after successfully beating Catlantis. Your save files will automatically repair themselves upon starting the game! XP Curve & Balancing: Adjusted the difficulty scaling and XP curve. Leveling up should now feel much smoother and more rewarding, preventing the sudden "too hard" spikes in the early game. Cheaper Unlocks: Catheros are now cheaper to unlock! Enemy Pathing: Enemies should now be moving smoothly—no more getting lost on the map (hopefully!). More…
- Hotfix v1.0.1: Localization Fixes & Achievement Sync! - 15 April 2026
Hello everyone! Thank you so much for the amazing launch. I’ve been reading all your feedback and have put together a quick package of improvements to address the most urgent issues: 🛠 What’s New? Localization Upgrade: Support for Russian, Spanish, and French has been significantly improved. Everything should look much cleaner now! Achievement Sync: Played the demo? Your previously earned achievements should now automatically sync with the full version as soon as you start the game. Bugfixes: Fixed several errors in the Achievement menu that were causing crashes or display issues when switching languages. Specific Achievement Fixes: "Touching the Algae" and "Wandering" achievements have been fixed -> big thanks to DeidraSun and her community for the help! ⭐ I Need Your Help! As a solo developer, visibility is everything. If you’re enjoying the game (or appreciate the quick updates), pl…
- Catjinni Survivors is OUT NOW! - 14 April 2026
What started as a passion project for a cat-loving solo developer has grown into a full-scale magical bullet-heaven. I've poured my heart into the hand-drawn art, the unique VR implementation, and the chaotic gambling mechanics. Seeing the first players and creators jump in today has already made the journey worth it.What awaits you in Version 1.0:• Magical Cat Heroes: Choose your feline, each with unique abilities and playstyles• Intense Bullet-Heaven Action: Survive massive monster hordes in Flat-Screen or VR• High-Stakes: Meet the shady Franky and risk your gold in a dice game to power up your build (or lose it all!)• Day & Night Cycle: Adapt your strategy as tougher enemies emerge after dark• Hand-Drawn Art: Every cat, enemy, and spell drawn by hand. A Note from the DeveloperYour feedback means everything to me. I've worked hard to make this release as stable as possible, but if you…
- 📢 Update: Demo Version 1.0 (Final Release Candidate) - 14 April 2026
Before todays official launch, I’ve pushed a major update to the Demo to ensure everyone has the smoothest experience possible. Based on your fantastic feedback and bug reports, here’s what has changed:🛠 Technical & Stability Fixes:Engine Update: The game has been migrated to a newer Unity version and a new AI Navigation System. This addresses the crash reports and "frozen" enemies some players experienced. Big thanks to DeidraSun for her amazing 4.5h long live stream and support finding the issue.System Pause: Fixed an issue where the pause screen wouldn't trigger correctly or would conflict with menus when the game window lost focus.🎮 Gameplay & UI Polishing:XP Bar Fix: Resolved a bug where the experience bar could occasionally get stuck right before the Final Boss.Smoother Upgrades: The XP upgrade slider animation is now much smoother for a more satisfying level-up feel.Localizatio…
- Catjinni Survivors Livestream - 24 February 2026
Watch the developer play Catjinni Survivors — Grow stronger by day, survive the night. A brutally charming survivor-like roguelite in which you unleash the power of the Catjinn gods to defeat Ifrit’s hordes. Face mighty bosses and shape your build. Every run is unique, every run counts. With optional VR support and playable on the Steam Deck! Try it now!
- Demo Update: New Features & Feline Polishing! 🐾 - 24 February 2026
Hi everyone!While the road to our April 14th launch continues, I’ve been busy refining the Catjinni Survivors demo based on your feedback. I want the first experience for new players to be as smooth as possible, so this update focuses on "juice," balance, and accessibility.🛠 What’s New in the Demo?Full Steam Controller Support: Whether you're on a gamepad or a Steam Deck, the swarm is now fully under your control.Improved Onboarding: I’ve disabled the level selection button in the demo for now. This ensures new players don’t get lost and find the right path for their first runs!Visual & Audio Polish: Enjoy refined character images, graphical enhancements, and tighter audio/logic for a more "visceral" feeling.Better Dialogue: Updated several dialogues and translations to make the world of Catjinni even more immersive.Balancing & Quests: Adjusted sidequest goals and overall game balance…
- Mark your Calendars! 🗓️Catjinni Survivors Release Date & VR-Update - 1 February 2026
Hi everyone!The wait is almost over. We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to make the swarm as chaotic and fun as possible. I'm thrilled to announce that Catjinni Survivors will officially launch on:🚀 April 14th, 2026I decided to take a few extra weeks to ensure the optional VR Mode is perfectly polished and the game runs smooth as butter on both Steam and Meta Quest.What’s happening next?Demo Update (Coming Mid-February): We’re pushing a fresh update to the demo soon with some "juicy" gameplay improvements and QoL fixes.Final Polishing: I'm spending the next weeks balancing items, squashing bugs, and making sure the VR experience feels visceral and immersive.Thank you so much for the 1,500+ wishlists! Every single one helps us immensely with the Steam algorithm. If you haven’t yet, please consider adding us to your Wishlist! It’s the best way to support small indie devs!See you i…
- ✨ Demo Polished, Cloud Saves Added, Ready for Magic! - 17 September 2025
Hey everyone,Over the past few weeks I’ve been focused on polishing the whole Catjinni Survivors experience and it’s come a long way! The game now looks and sounds better than ever.Here are some highlights from the new build:🌫️ New Fog Effects – Furlin’s Castle is now shrouded in an extra-mystical, misty atmosphere.🎨 Improved Visuals – several shaders have been reworked to give enemies and the world a sharper, more unique look.☁️ Cloud Saves – your progress is now safe in the Steam Cloud and ready to follow you anywhere.If you run into any problems or bugs, please share them on the discussion board, your feedback is super valuable and appreciated!I’m really excited to finally get this polished version into your hands and can’t wait to hear what you think!Best wishes,Niel
- Catjinni Survivors Demo Update - 2 September 2025
This update brings:Enhanced Graphics & Performance: enjoy sharper visuals and smoother gameplayImmersive Audio: improved sounds and full 3D audio effectsNew Intro Scene & Night Music: seamless loading & fresh atmospheric tracksUpgraded Enemies: better shadersGameplay Improvements: upgrades from lamps now paus after displaying the resultRefined UI & UX: new animated interface backgroundBalanced Gameplay: fairer challenges and improved sidequestsDash Meter & Haptics: track dashes easily and feel every action with enhanced feedbackLocalization: updated texts and translations for multiple languagesJump back in, survive the chaos, and let us know how you like the new features, right here or on Discord!
- 🎉 1,001 Wishlists! You’re all amazing, thank you so much! - 28 July 2025
1,001 Wishlists – Thank You!Thank you to everyone supporting Catjinni Survivors.And it hasn’t even been 1,001 nights yet. ːsteamhappyːI’ve been working on major changes and gathering playtesting feedback and so far, things are going very well.This is just the beginning. I’m continuing to improve the game and experiment based on your ideas and input. Got suggestions or feedback? Drop them in the comments or join the Discord. I read everything.Thanks again. Francis, Sushi, Fluppy and Flocki would be proud.
- Catjinni Survivors Livestream - 22 July 2025
Watch a recording of the developer playing Catjinni Survivors. Grow stronger by day, survive the night. A brutally charming survivor-like roguelite in which you unleash the power of the Catjinn gods to defeat Ifrit’s hordes. Face mighty bosses and shape your build. Every run is unique, every run counts. With optional VR support and playable on the Steam Deck! Try it now!
- Demo Update: A Fresh Layer of Polish - 24 June 2025
Demo Update:Redesigned Cheops to be wider and more detailed, with additional plant life and improved layout.Added enhanced haptic effects for increased immersion and tactile feedback.Introduced several new weapons and skills to discover and experiment with.Improved various sound effects for a more dynamic audio experience.Bug Fixes:Fixed a bug that caused the menu to remain selected after exiting.Resolved an issue where the character backstory scroll window could appear empty.Fixed a bug where unlocked achievements were incorrectly highlighted again when re-entering the menu.I’d love to hear what you think, your feedback helps shape the next steps!
- Steam Deck Compatibility - 9 June 2025
Hi everyone!I'm Niel, the solo developer behind Catjinni Survivors. From day one, I've been building this game with the Steam Deck in mind. Because like many of you, I’m a huge fan of portable gaming.The Steam Deck has been my favorite way to play since its launch, and I’ve worked hard to make sure Catjinni Survivors feels great on it with smooth performance, readable UI, and controls that just feel right in your hands.If you’re playing on Deck, I hope you’ll love the experience as much as I’ve loved crafting it.Thanks for the support and happy surviving! Niel
- Catjinni Survivors Livestream - 7 June 2025
Watch the developer play Catjinni Survivors — Grow stronger by day, survive the night. A brutally charming survivor-like roguelite in which you unleash the power of the Catjinn gods to defeat Ifrit’s hordes. Face mighty bosses and shape your build. Every run is unique, every run counts. With optional VR support and playable on the Steam Deck! Try it now!
- Demo Update – Progression Fixes, New Boss, Balance Improvements & More - 7 June 2025
Hello everyone,I’ve just updated the demo with several important changes, improvements, and fixes based on internal testing and player feedback. Here’s what’s new: Major ChangesProgression Fix: Level-ups now trigger correctly and consistently.New First Boss: The first boss has been changed from Arakne to the Maneater Boss.New Enemy Added: Introduced a new standard enemy in Cheops – the Wild Boar. It’s faster than mummies but still goes down in one or two hits.Cheops Level Layout Updated: The level has been made wider to improve movement and combat flow.Balance & GameplayLuck Rework: Luck is no longer scaled in flat 1%–10% steps. It now influences XP and heart drop rates in a more balanced way.New Upgrades Added:One upgrade reduces the duration of night.One upgrade reduces the duration of day.Lighting Adjustment: The night phase is now brighter for better visibility.Bug Fixes & Optimizat…
