- Patch v1.3.4 + Workshop for beta - 18 September 2026
Few more fixes for the beta branch, and Steam Workshop integration for mods and maps. Changelog:mods support: all the pieces for mods and maps editing and uploading are now therefix: staircase works again (was broken in previous beta patch)fix: surface lifts crashes (caused by the previous patch too)fix: in some rare cases buildings rubble didn't disappear after removalfix: cars never exit parking after being forced to reentry (leading to undeletable parking lots)The workshop right now is quite empty (there's only one map) but all the beta testers should be able to download this map (subscribe to it) or upload their own (directly from the game, click on the "New game" -> "Community maps" and enjoy)Check it out:
- Patch v1.3.2 for beta - 8 September 2026
Thanks for the reports to all the beta players! Most of the issues reported should be fixed in this patch. Full changelog:fix: crash when stairs are edited with bad timingfix: crash/ui disappearance when snow cannons are too close to the edgefix: snow cannons don't update status when temperature changesfix: visitors get injured inside buildings (unreachable by ski patrol snowmobiles)fix: ticket offices models hang in the airupdate: snow overlay shows snow levels on top of trailsFor rescue snowmobiles being stuck, the fix about visitors injured inside buildings should prevent this happening from now on, but if you already have them in your beta save it won't help. The possible solutions are either building a hospital (rescue helicopters can save people from inside the buildings) or destroying the building where the injured visitors are (most likely a lift)
- Beta branch is open - 3 September 2026
Seasons major update is now available on Beta branch. Try it out!To switch to a custom branch, right-click on the game from the library page and select "Properties". Among the available tabs will be the "Betas" tab. Open it and select "beta - public betas, unstable builds etc" in the dropdown on the right.You can start a new game, but it should also work fine with existing saves from any older versions (just be aware you won't have control over the snowlines setup then). Please note that beta versions might be unstable, containing bugs or other issues. If you notice anything (or just want to share your feedback about the changes) please report it through the usual channels (Steam discussions, our Discord server or directly from the game using the "Send feedback" button).
- Major update and beta branch updates - 3 August 2026
New major update for Octohill is entering its final stages, so it's a good opportunity to set some key dates. This is the biggest update yet (and it took quite a while to develop), so naturally it requires testing and polishing. As usual, there will be a beta branch to see what issues I missed, and this time it will run for three weeks, so you'll have more time to try it out.Beta branch opens from 2nd of SeptemberThe beta branch will be in the state planned for release, containing all the planned features: (seasons, weather with avalanches, bridges and stairs, coloring tools and more). One exception is workshop and mods, which will only become available when the update is fully released. You will be able to switch to beta branch same way as before ("Properties" - "Betas" tabs).Update release on 23rd of SeptemberIf no major issues arise, in three weeks after that the beta version will be…
- Major update progress: Seasons are coming - 17 March 2026
The ski holidays in Europe are mostly over so it's a good moment to share some updates. The next major update development picks up the pace, it's still a long way to go but the list of items to be included is mostly finalized.SeasonsThe main focus of the update, seasons introduction means the snow depth will now change on its own throughout the year. In summer, lower parts of the mountain will likely get green, both trees and land. Besides visual effect, this will also disrupt the skiing activities as people can't ski with no snow. You'll have to either close some trails every summer or buy the newly added snow cannons to ensure trails being snowy all year round.The game will also receive new sandbox settings, where you'll be able to set everlasting winter for your resort if you don't like the changes, together with other things.Snowline limits will be configurable during the map creati…
- Patch v1.2.11 - 19 January 2026
Addresses some bugs, including the notorious Mac black slopes problem. Full changelog: fix: rendering issues in some macOS versions (no more black snow) fix: crash when no audio devices found fix: orange/red arrows colors not always updated when building gets (dis)connected fix: slopes on overcrowding overlay are always green fix: translations for new ui settings (sorry I forgot them) And yes, there will be another major update. It will take some time though, so no more details at this moment, but they will follow soon!
- UI Scaling & Sensitivity Update - 22 December 2025
The update is rather small but adds a couple of important items that have been requested for a long time. In the game options you'll find few new settings: UI scaling which can make all the menus smaller or bigger, and camera movement speed controls which can be used to adjust mouse sensitivity.Full changelog:new setting: UI scalingnew setting: camera movement and zoom speedsimproved scrollbar responsivenessfix: trucks will now choose other warehouse if the closest one can't reach construction site
- Patch v1.2.7 - 14 December 2025
fixed crash when destroying ski school and placing something there very fast fixed rare crash on upgrading depots/warehouses fixed performance issues when groomer snowcat cannot reach the target from its depot improved freeriders thinking updated demo versions with QoL things from major update
- Freestyle Major Update is out! - 24 November 2025
Today is the day when all the new features and fixes are finally being rolled out to everybody. Because of this, the game is also discounted for 10 days, so if you were waiting for a moment: it has come! You can find the full changelog in the end of the post, but here is the key new content worth to cover in more details:Snow parksYou can now try the collection of jumps, rails and boxes which you can build directly into existing trails. Skiers and snowboarders will perform various stunts when passing them. For brave and restless ones this is a new source of satisfaction, so they will actively seek such features in your resort. For others, it might be a source of scare and injuries, and they will try to avoid them. You can try concentrating parks in one area of the resort, or build mixed trails here and there - both approaches will work as long as there's a way for every visitor to enjoy…
- Freestyle Major Update release date & beta branch - 14 November 2025
Hello folks, the major update is finally close to its completion. It will be officially released on 25th of November, and you can already try it out in beta branch!Update summaryAs highlighted before, the update is focused on additional services and options to ride for your guests, including ski schools, terrain parks and freeride areas. It also adds some QoL features (mostly overlays improvements) and new top tier versions of some buildings, as well as significant performance improvements. All the content is ready now, but might require some final polish and more playtesting, which is why I'm opening the beta branch.Beta branchTo switch to a custom branch, right-click on the game from the library page and select "Properties". Among the available tabs will be the "Betas" tab. Open it and select "beta - public betas, unstable builds etc" in the dropdown on the right.Please note that beta…
- Major Update Progress - 21 August 2025
The work on the first Octohill major update is progressing steady, and it seems like a good moment to share some details one what it will include. Freestyle Update will focus on different wintersport activities, and will also improve some of the existing mechanics, most of that based on your ideas and requests. To be more specific, here is what you can expect: SnowparksSeveral different terrain features built directly into the slopes will allow your visitors perform various stunts, gain satisfaction and show off. While some will enjoy and actively seek these features, others will really dislike being forced to do a high jump when they just looked for some chill and good views so leave some space for them as well. Ski schools These new buildings not only generate extra money, but also improve skills of some beginners up to the blue ratings making your trails demand composition a bit more…
- Map Levels Preview Update - 25 May 2025
This update brings ability to see potential levels when creating a custom map, and also includes several other features and bugfixes. Full changelog: estimated levels can be shown on the custom maps preview achievements unlocked popup stays for a few seconds feedback text now has autowrap (y'all knew you can just hit 'enter' anyway, didn't you?) unreachable deconstruction tiles are now included in alerts fixed rare freeze on invalid helicopter spawn fixed pathfinding issues that causes some visitors to never deboard a lift some performance improvements Future plans The first major update is now confirmed. I've just started working on it and It'll be cooked slowly, but there will be lots of fun content for you and your guests when it's ready!
- Welcome Estimator Rebirth Update - 13 April 2025
The update brings in several fixes and UI/QoL improvements, based on the players' feedback. The most notable among them is the completely redesigned Estimator Tool and new wiki (but there are others, too). Estimator tool Estimator is not a tool that only covers the most basic cases anymore. It has become an ultimate trail-making (or planning) solution, whether you need to create a long new trail that curves around the mountain or a short bridge between existing trails. It is capable of planting multiple points for more flexibility. Here's a short gif demo of the new tool: Wiki Octohill now has brand-new public wiki. It has some useful information and guides, feel free to browse (and add more stuff to it)! You can access it through the "Wiki" in-game button from main menu and help pages, or through this link: octohill.wiki.gg. Hotkeys Among other things, the update also adds new hotkeys…
- Patch v1.0.7 + more help pages - 24 March 2025
Since some of you liked the cheat sheet, there are two more pages to it covering other common questions now. You can open it from the tasks tab on the left. Full changelog: Two more pages for the help menu Distinct color for disconnected building arrows (as red as possible) (the partially connected ones kept their orange) Minor UI improvements Fix road generation issues (affected Portillo and Chamonix maps, as well as some randomly generated ones) Fix stuck vehicles at the world edge Fix cars sometimes waiting in front of full parking lots
- Update v1.0.6: Cheat sheet for new players - 21 March 2025
Thanks for all the feedback. It seems the connection mechanics are a bit too confusing to learn, which is why I introduce the cheat sheet - a short term solution and a guide that contains the most common problems and solutions with trails/buildings connections. It can be opened in game at any time by pressing "Help" under the tasks tab on the left (or pressing the tasks button if there's none left). You can also find it as a picture in the end of this announcement. Full changelog: change snow depth a bit so that deep snow doesn't look the same height as groomed area 1m above remove unused snow clearing tool fixed a bug with planting trees too high introduced with the previous patch fixed send feedback button (we've run out of quota yesterday, if you tried to send a message and failed please do that again) added cheat sheet with common issues Other possible ways to guide new players and…
- Patch v1.0.4 - 19 March 2025
fix occasional crash when visitor enters a building at a wrong time fix problem with custom heightmaps loading on Windows
- Octohill v1.0 is live now! - 19 March 2025
After few intense weeks of making everything perfect, the full release of Octohill Ski tycoon is finally here. Get your own ski resort now! Things the full version brings in 11 preset maps of different size and difficulties Procedurally or heightmap image generated maps (up to 16 times bigger than the demo one) Hotels (for large resorts where you can't explore everything in one day) Top tier upgrades for transportation, food, safety and maintenance buildings Helicopters Snowboarders (don't worry, they behave) Better tools and overlays descriptions and effects A couple more tools (you can rename everything now) Additional settings to better configure your experience Tweaks, adjustments, fixes, rebalancing and optimisations Steam Cloud saves and achievements You can continue your demo save in the full version. All the new buildings and improvements will be available (but the map itself wo…
- Release date, next fest and demo updates - 23 February 2025
This announcement brings some very exciting news. There's a release date finally set, the demo and full versions content is finalised and on top of that Octohill takes part in the Steam Next Fest in the coming week. Release date is set for March, 19! Octohill Ski Tycoon is getting its full release on 19th of March. Save the date in your calendar! If you want a sneak peek at what will be available there have a watch of the updated gameplay trailer. Diverse maps, top tier buildings and vehicles - it's all in there. Does it mean the development is over? It means everything that was scoped for the full release is complete now (yay) and is not going to change. However, the game might receive some free major updates in the future (based on new ideas that were brought by the players or appeared too late to be included in the original scope). Thanks for all your support during the development!…
- A word about helicopters - 29 January 2025
The next important chapter which should be considered essential for a ski resort tycoon is finally complete: helicopters. In the game, they play several roles: Bright red search and rescue helicopters for urgent medical evacuation. Quick rescue will not only save lives but also help you mitigate the reputation penalty for injuries. Heavy-duty cargo helicopters for remote areas construction. High speed and no terrain restrictions will make them indispensable for late game resort expansions. Diverse private helicopters for passenger transportation. They bring in less visitors than buses or cars, but these visitors pay a lot more to land their helicopters right next to the slopes. All of them also have their own advanced buildings equipped with helipads, more efficient and expensive than their helipadless counterparts. They will become an important part of your tycoon when the number of vi…
- Discord, bugfixes and visual effects - 7 January 2025
Hello and Happy New Year! This post contains few updates on what I've been doing over the last weeks. Discord server launch Octohill now has an official discord server! You can join it from links on Steam pages, or through a new button in demo UI. There's not a lot going on there, but feel free to discuss any topics related to the game with me or other players. Visual effects Skiers and snowmobiles now leave pretty trails in the snow, and cast snow dust clouds when breaking snow at high speeds. It is already part of the demo, the screenshots and trailers will be gradually updated later to capture these effects. Bugfixes A couple of rare but critical bugs are fixed now so hopefully no crashes for demo players anymore. Also, AMD GPUs support for Linux has arrived (this includes SteamOS)!
