Hey everyone! Were super excited to share that Preserve will be featured in two awesome Steam events running from April 21st to April 27th: Minimal & Chill Steam Showcase Strategems Whether you're here for the calming vibes or the strategic challenge, Preserve fits right in and were honored to be part of both spotlights! Build your peaceful ecosystem, plan your perfect habitat, and unwind with relaxing gameplay. This is the perfect week to jump in, revisit, or share Preserve with your friends. Thanks for all the support! The Preserve Team

Hey Preservers! Were excited to announce that Preserve is featured in the Earth Appreciation Festival 2025! This incredible event, running from April 1st to April 8th, celebrates our planet's natural beauty and eco-conscious future.
The festival showcases over 160 games centered around nature and eco-dystopian themes. Join us as we bring Preserve into this amazing event and discover the beauty of the planet through our game. Let's make sure our planets future is one worth preserving! Stay tuned for more updates!

Hey Preservers! Spring is a wonderful time for the planet to blossom and ecosystems to thrive! Take part in rejuvenating the world and grab your copy of Preserve during the Steam Spring Sale, starting today, March 13, at 10 AM Pacific / 7 PM CET! Enjoy a 20% discount on Preserve - dont miss out! The Spring Sale ends next Thursday, March 20. Happy nature engineering, and may the sunny days ahead bring you inspiration! Cheers!

Hey Preservers, We've just rolled out a new smaller patch for Preserve. Heres whats changed:

• Fixed an issue where erasing all progress would also remove creative maps
• Addressed stuttering issues on certain models
• Fixed a bug that allowed placing a card while removing another from the deck
• Resolved a controller expansion window issue
• Fixed puzzle button navigation when using a controller
• Fixed HUD getting stuck in creative mode after saving/loading
• Adjusted marine seagrass to display the proper elevation icon
• Decreased the size of some fonts (Japanese, Korean, Ukrainian)

Hello Preservers! We are excited to announce a highly requested feature in our latest update - Card Trading! Since our Early Access release, we've been carefully reviewing your feedback. One of the most common concerns was the randomness in card distribution, which sometimes limited your playstyle or made it harder to reach your full potential. We understand how frustrating that can be, so were making a change! With Card Trading, you now have more control over your deck and strategy. This new feature is available in harmony mode and is accessible via this button in the lower right corner:
In the Trading Window: Left Side: Choose the card you need. Right Side: Select three cards of the same type to trade for it.
This update reduces RNG frustration and helps you get those key cards to push for a new high score! Wed love to hear your thoughts - join the discussion on Steam or our official Discord! Thank you for playing Preserve! Cheers!

Hello Preservers! For the newest update weve prepared a friendly competition mode called the Weekly Challenges! Every few days, all Preservers will be able to play the same map, same biome, size and identical map expansions in the same order - to see who is the best nature builder!
Dont worry if you make a mistake, the Weekly Challenge can be replayed as many times as you like, allowing you to experiment with different strategies and map combinations. Were also in the process of updating our language localizations, all carefully proofread and corrected by professionals. More updates will be coming soon! Moreover we have fixed a swarm of bugs, many of which were reported by you through our Discord and Steam discussions. PS: More exciting news and features will be released VERY SOON, so stay tuned! Thank you for playing Preserve!

Hey Preservers! Get ready for some wild surprises! Winter is here, and so is the long-awaited Steam Sale starting today, Thursday, December 19, at 10 AM PT / 7 PM CET / 1 PM EDT. If you havent joined the adventure yet, nows the perfect time! Grab your copy of Preserve at 20% off for just $9.99. Steam Winter Sale ends on January 2nd! Dont miss your chance to dive into lush biomes bursting with life, wonder and endless exploration. Lets keep the wild thriving this Winter Steam Sale, Preservers! Stay tuned - there's more news and thrills on the horizon! Cheers, and happy exploring!

Its time to see how your preservation skills measure up! As teased in our previous announcement, Preserve is getting Leaderboards! Heres what you can look forward to: 1. Biomes and Map Sizes Leaderboards will be divided by biomes and map sizes, so you can dominate your favorite areas and see how you stack up against others. 2. Fair Play Competition Prove your preserving prowess and climb the ranksthis is your moment to shine! A few things to note: 1. The current chart features scores from our testers and developers. These are placeholders and will be cleared before the update officially launches. 2. When Preserve hits its 1.0 launch, all leaderboard scores will be reset to ensure a level playing field. Dont worryyour progress and achievements are here to stay! Ready to claim the preserving throne and secure the top spot? Stay tunedmore updates are on the horizon! Happy preserving (and climbing to the top)!

Hey Preservers! We've just rolled out a new smaller patch for Preserve. Heres whats changed:

• Language Support Update: For this update, we've temporarily reduced supported languages to English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Ukrainian, Slovak, and Czech. Were committed to bringing back more languages in the future once we can ensure theyre fully up to date with our latest content and changes. Thanks for your understanding!
• Mac Build Fix: Resolved an issue preventing the game from running smoothly on macOS.
• Achievements Update: Achievements now unlock retroactively for players who have met the requirements.

Hello Preservers, Were happy to report that the issue with launching Preserve on MacOS has been fully resolved! The game is now working as expected, and everything should be back to normal. Thank you for your patience while we worked on this fix. We truly appreciate your understanding and continued support! If you encounter any further issues, please dont hesitate to reach out to us. The Preserve Dev Team

Hello Preservers, Were aware of an issue with the recent update of Preserve on MacOS, where the game is currently not launching as expected. Our team is actively working on a fix and were doing everything we can to get this resolved as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Well keep you updated on our progress! The Preserve Dev Team

Hey Preservers! Weve got thrilling news for you! Starting today, ACHIEVEMENTS are officially LIVE! Your planet-preserving prowess can now be recognized and celebrated in style.
With nine unique challenges across each map size and tierBronze, Silver, and Goldtheres always a new milestone to reach. Can you rise to the challenge and collect them all to prove your mastery of the biomes? And thats not all! Next week, were introducing LEADERBOARDS to spotlight the ultimate eco-champions. Stay tuned for more details! Happy preserving, and see you at the top! Cheers!

Hey Preservers! Get ready for some wild surprises! Autumn is here, and so is the long-awaited Steam Sale starting today, Wednesday, November 27, at 10 AM PT / 7 PM CET / 1 PM EDT. If you havent joined the adventure yet, nows the perfect time! Grab your copy of Preserve at 20% off for just $9.99. But hurry the Steam Sale ends December 4th! Dont miss your chance to dive into lush biomes bursting with life, wonder and endless exploration. Lets keep the wild thriving this Autumn Steam Sale, Preservers! Stay tuned - there's more news and thrills on the horizon! Cheers, and happy exploring!

Hey Preservers! We have some exciting news to sharePreserve is joining Czech & Slovak Games Week 2024 on Steam, starting today at 7 PM CET!
As creators based in Bratislava & Koice, Slovakia, its a pleasure to celebrate and showcase our work alongside so many talented developers from the region. Preserve will be highlighted in this unique event, giving new players a chance to immerse themselves in its tranquil landscapes and engaging gameplay. If youve been looking for a time to experience the calm, carefully crafted world of Preserve, Czech & Slovak Games Week is the perfect moment to dive in. Were excited to share this journey with you and to welcome new Preservers to our community. Take a breath, explore the wilderness, and embrace the peaceful side of gaming with us this week! Warmly, The Preserve Dev Team

Hey Preservers! Let's kick off the week with some exciting newsPreserve is part of the Steam Turn-Based RPG Fest, running from September 30 at 10 AM PT / 7 PM CET / 1 PM EDT to October 7. If youve been waiting for the perfect moment to grab your copy of Preserve, nows the time! During the Steam Turn-Based RPG Fest, Preserve is available at a 20% discount, making it a steal at just $9.99. Check it out on the official Fest page: https://store.steampowered.com/category/turnbased_rpg
The vivid world of Preserve awaits! Cheers!

Hey Preservers! The New Update is herefind all the additional information on cards, including their scoring, placement rules, gameplay effects, and even some interesting trivia in the newly featured COMPENDIUM.

Other minor changes included in this update: - The removal card action can now be canceled. - The minimum river length has been adjusted from 3 to 2. - In Classic Mode, additional information boxes for each map size unlock, providing more clarity on progression. - Graphics Options: Updated FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution) to the latest version for enhanced visual performance. Other Improvements: - Performance optimizations for smoother gameplay. - Numerous bug fixes for a more stable experience. Dont forget to keep your feedback coming! More updates are on the way! Enjoy the world of PRESERVE! Cheers!

Hey Preservers! Weve been busy making updates based on your awesome feedback about the puzzle mode, and were thrilled to share whats new! Weve added: - 5 EXTRA PUZZLES to each biome (thats 15 new challenges in total!) - A few reported bug fixes But thats not allmore puzzles are on the way, and were hard at work on a brand new biome! Keep those suggestions comingwe love hearing from you! Cheers!

Hey Preservers! September 1st is approaching, and there's no better time to celebrate games that enhance creativity and productivity! Starting today, August 26th, until September 2nd, the BACK TO SCHOOL GAMES CELEBRATION sale is live! If youre interested in learning more about the environment and creativity, dont miss the chance to grab Preserve at a price of 12.49. The Back to School sale starts today at 7 PM CEST / 10 AM PT. See you in Preserve!

Hey Preservers! It's time for another cozy episode of our Preserve Devlog, where we dive into the artistry behind our beloved Preserve. Join Michaela, the talented 3D artist behind the magic, as she shares how the beautiful biomes of this green gem were brought to life. Shell walk you through the creative process and the care that went into designing this visually stunning and expressive nature builder. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/xDu-mG13wVg If youve missed any of our previous episodes, you can catch up on the entire Preserve Devlog series here!
Welcome all in the nice world of Preserve, as Michaela would say!

Hey Preservers! Were excited to share that Preserve, hopefully your favorite relaxing nature builder so far :), is making its way to Gamescom! Wed love for you to join us in the Indie Arena Booth at Hall 10.2 Booth F010g-E019f August 21-25 Gamescom, Cologne Come by to say hello, unwind with some peaceful gameplay, explore the beautiful world of Preserve and meet the team in person! Cant wait to see you there and share the vibes together! See you there Preservers!

Hey Preservers! If you're a true cozy fan, don't miss the Wholesome Games week-long sale eventa celebration of video games that inspire optimism and joy! One big reason to join in? PRESERVE is part of the event! The sale kicks off on Thursday, August 15, at 19:00 CEST / 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT and runs through August 21. If you haven't grabbed a copy of PRESERVE yet, this is the perfect time, as its still available at the special launch sale price of just 9.99. Don't miss out on world premiere game announcements, deep discounts, free demos, and new game releases across a variety of genres and art styles. The Wholesome Games Steam Event has it all! Check out the Wholesome Games Event page here: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/wholesomegames
Cheers!

Hey Preservers! Today, we're bringing a small update containing following fixes:

• Fixed undo bug after obtaining natural wonder cards
• Fixed buggy animals in Savanna Biome
• Added Shadows option in the Graphics menu
• Added Artbook button in the Main Menu to easily access the Artbook DLC
• Added tutorials for each biome to the pause menu
• Fixed "Habitats near freshwater" objective
• Updated FSR3
• Various localization fixes

Hey Preservers! For those of you eager to deepen your green exploration, weve teamed up with our friends in the dev community to bring you some truly wonderful bundles! Earth Rejuvenation Bundle - Preserve x Terra Nil
Save up to 40% and get the bundle for 22,48. Cozy Creations Bundle - Preserve x Townscaper
Save up to 22% and grab the bundle for 14,38. Preserved Terra Bundle - Preserve x Terrascape
Save up to 18% and get the bundle for 22,48. Wilderness Builders Collection - Preserve x Polylithic
Save up to 28% and enjoy the bundle for 19,64. Embrace the summer with these green nature restoration gems! Happy Preserving!

Hey Preservers! Even though PRESERVE is now out in Early Access, weve got more thrilling news to share! If youre looking to take your Preserve experience to the next level, treat yourself to the Wonder Edition Bundle, which includes: - The base game - A digital artbook featuring the most radiant scenes from Preserve - A soothing soundtrack filled with uplifting and healing sounds
GET THE WONDER EDITION for just 19.99 | $19.99, or purchase the digital artbook and OST separately for 4.99 each.
Its amazing to have you here! Dont forget to join us on Discord. Happy preserving!

Hey Preservers! The day has finally arrived! Nature Puzzle Builder, PRESERVE, is now available in Early Access on Steam! Nows your chance to immerse yourself in: - The greenery and wilderness of the CONTINENTAL BIOME - The desert and exotic habitats of the SAVANNA BIOME - The never-before-seen colorful and radiant underworlds of the MARINE BIOME - 25 PUZZLES - Creative modes unlocked for Continental, Savanna, and Marine biomes! Check out the official PRESERVE trailer to see what awaits you in the Early Access version!
Get the green gem, PRESERVE, now for the special promotional price of 9.99! After the launch discount period, the full price in Early Access will be 12.49. For those of you who havent yet explored the worlds of PRESERVE, a new Early Access DEMO version will be available soon on Steam. Stay tuned for updates! Join our community of Preservers today on Discord Follow us on: X IG Tik Tok Facebook Threads Enjoy relaxing, cozy nature engineering sessions at your own pace! Happy Early Access launch to everyone! Cheers, Preservers!

Hey Preservers! As we gear up for the upcoming Early Access launch, were excited to share the 4th edition of the Preserve devlog series - Natural Wonders. Join Alex, our maestro game designer, as he delves into the unique mechanics of Preserve. Discover how nothing can beautify your map more than snowy Alps, lavender fields, redwood forests, or the radiant marine underworlds. All of this is made possible through our unique card upcycle system! These are the true gems of late gameplay! [previewyoutube=QsWp8Fee_0U;leftthumb]Check out the full episode here![/previewyoutube] And dont forget, Preserve launches on Early Access on August 8th! Join our community of Preservers on Discord if you haven't already. Earths rejuvenation starts soon! Cheers!

Hey Preservers! We are incredibly excited about the fact, that Preserve is just two weeks away from launch! To celebrate, we will be doing a special countdown leading up to the big day, and we would love for you to join us on this journey. We will be broadcasting live on Steam throughout the countdown, so make sure to tune in for exclusive content. Don't forget to follow our Steam page and join our Discord channel to chat with us and give feedback! [previewyoutube=e_y3W7biWcE;full][/previewyoutube]

Hey there, Preservers! Were super excited to announce that PRESERVE, our chill and creative puzzle nature-building game, is coming to Steam Early Access on August 8th. Get ready to explore a brand-new Marine Biome, along with the fully developed Continental and Savanna Biomes, each packed with an extensive creative mode and over 25 puzzles! Check out the Early Access Release Date Trailer for Preserve! [previewyoutube=e_y3W7biWcE;full][/previewyoutube] Mark your calendars: Preserve hits Steam Early Access on August 8th, 2024. Console versions will follow later. Demo Although the exclusive Steam Next Fest demo has ended, the free demo with the Continental biome remains unlocked for all Preservers. Stay connected and follow Preserve on our official social channels X Facebook Discord Threads Instagram TikTok See you Preservers!

Hey Preservers!
We're excited to showcase our game, share insights from the development process, and present some new content during our Steam Next Fest livestream starting June 15th at 7AM PT / 10AM ET / 4 PM CET. Our team will be available in the chat to answer your questions live! Date: June 15th Time: 7AM PT / 10AM ET / 4 PM CET Set your reminders and see you there!

Hey Preservers! Based on your feedbacks, we are bringing small patch to our Next Fest Demo:

• Fixed not clickable UI elements in specific situation
• Added score sheet to the tutorial
• Added number of map expanions left
• Small localisation fixes
• Small UI related fixes

Hey Preservers! We are more than thrilled to share with you that Preserve is on the Steam Next Fest, which has started yesterday (June 10 - 17). For those of you interested in seeing how the Preserve progresses and what biomes await you, book a slot for our two official SNF live streams scheduled for: First livestream: Tuesday, June 11, 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET / 8 PM CET Second livestream: Saturday, June 15, 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET / 4 PM CET And that is not all! For those of you who haven't tried PRESERVE'S LATEST DEMO, the chance is now! The Steam Next Fest Demo will add the following content: - An unlocked new biome - Savanna (Small map) - 5 new puzzles in the puzzle mode for the Continental biome - 5 new puzzles in the puzzle mode for the Savanna biome - Creative mode with Savanna assets Dont forget to check out the trailer and share your overall feedback on the game; we would be more than happy to hear from you on Preserve's Discord channel. If you enjoy planting, arranging, and nurturing a vibrant ecosystem, cleverly placing flora and fauna to create perfect symbiosis then Preserve is the right place for you all! Inspire your friends who love nature and building to join our community, too :) And more is to come! News and updates are on the way! [previewyoutube=EZkWhi3iyGE;leftthumb][/previewyoutube]

Hey Preservers! We are excited to bring you an updated demo for Steam Next Fest that adds to the original content. Here's what's new:

• An unlocked new biome - Savanna (Small map)
• 5 new puzzles in the puzzle mode for the Continental biome
• 5 new puzzles in the puzzle mode for the Savanna biome
• Creative mode with Savanna assets and increased tile limit to 60

• Added an Undo button, allowing you to revert your last action.
• Option to rebind controls
• Added Tooltips on cards and buttons
• Various UI/UX improvements
• Improved tutorial based on your feedbacks
• Added new Loading tips
• Improved cursor highlighting
• Improved animal movement
• Multiple minor bug fixes

Hey Preservers! Take a look at the latest devlog episode #3 we've prepared for you about HABITATS. Discover how different habitats function in the world of Preserve and learn that little strategies for filling the empty tiles with a bunch of flourishing life. If you haven't played the Preserve DEMO yet, this weekend is the perfect time to try it out and unwind! Many colorful biomes await you . [previewyoutube=U5p0g2haVbs;full][/previewyoutube] Don`t forget to share your feedback on our Discord or Socials your insights matter! Help us shape the release by letting us know what you love and what you'd like to see more of!

Hey Preservers! We're excited to showcase our game, share insights from the development process, and present some new content during our Steam Next Fest livestream starting June 11th at 11AM PT / 14PM ET / 8 PM CET. Our team will be available in the chat to answer your questions live!
Date: June 11th Time: 11AM PT / 14PM ET / 8 PM CET Set your reminders and see you there!

Dear Preservers , We are happy to announce that Preserve will be featured at the Steam Next Fest from June 10th to June 17th! This is an exciting opportunity for us to showcase a new Savanna biome for the first time and for you to dive deeper into the world of Preserve! Steam Next Fest Demo will add following content:

• An unlocked new biome - Savanna (Small map)
• 5 new puzzles in the puzzle mode for the Continental biome
• 5 new puzzles in the puzzle mode for the Savanna biome
• Creative mode with Savanna assets

Ah, the wonderful and untouched worlds of PRESERVE! Take a look at the new worlds we are revealing in our #2 VIDEO DEVLOG discussing the BIOMES. Whether you prefer building a continental ecosystem full of greenery, creating a watery golden savanna, or diving into the marine biomes teeming with coral reefs, all of these await you in PRESERVE! With relaxing yet slightly quirky mechanics, these worlds are ready to be explored. Nature awaits us, Preservers! [previewyoutube=LBhSt7-1nyA;leftthumb][/previewyoutube]

Hey builders! Get ready to dive into nature's beauty with Preserve at the WASD Live Show in London this April! Our cozy puzzle nature builder is set to shine at the vibrant WASD event held at the Truman Brewery in London, UK, from April 25-27. If you're around, swing by to chat with the team, share your thoughts, and rediscover the charm of Preserve! Find us at the Grindstone stand at WASD, nestled in the T2 Playable Hall - stand T2.5. Can't wait to see you there!

Preserve is part of the #TurnBasedThursdayFest! which starts today! To kick off our presence on event, we will be live-streaming our gameplay, so you can get to know our dev team and find out more about the game itself!
How to Get Your Hands on our Demo: Visit Preserve's Steam page. Click on the "Download Demo" button. Enjoy building your cozy world! Don`t forget to share your feedback on our Discord your insights matter! Help us shape the release by letting us know what you love and what you'd like to see more of! Preserve will be released for PC in summer 2024.

Greetings Preservers! In the first episode of Preserve development vlog series, our game designer Alex will talk about how we got to where Preserve is today and the steps that led to it. [previewyoutube=ZIHbPB6UhLs;full][/previewyoutube] Check it out and let us know how you like it and if you are interested in more episodes dedicated to individual features of the game! Don't forget to join our Discord to chat with fellow Preserve players and of course to Wishlist the game on Steam! Thank you very much! -Preserve team

Preserve is part of the Deckbuilders Fest, which starts today! To kick off the occasion, we will be live-streaming for the first time, so you can get to know our amazing dev team and find out more about the game itself!
How to Get Your Hands on our Demo:

• Visit Preserve's Steam page.
• Click on the "Download Demo" button.
• Enjoy building your cozy world!

Dear preservers! Thank you very much for playing our demo! We are working extensively on implementing your valuable feedbacks. Many of you also wanted to enjoy Preserve on different systems and we answered your call! Following is the list of new features and fixes:

• MacOS build
• Linux build
• Various HUD and UI improvements and fixes
• Localisation fixes
• Map chunk rotation improved
• Control and Camera settings improved (option to invert different camera parameters, adjust sensitivity)
• Various 3D assets improved
• Added cancellation of map expansion placement
• Added popups for watermill card

Dear preservers! Thank you very much for your support and for playing our demo! Based on your extensive playing, we are receiving a lot of valuable feedbacks and reports about various smaller bugs. It's very helpful and we are thankful for that! That's why yesterday we made the first update of the demo in which we solved few problems:

• Support for ultrawide screens
• Support for simultaneous controller + mouse cursor control
• Controller auto-detection fix
• Several other smaller bug fixes

Our first demo is here! We are super excited to announce that players are getting a first chance to foster and sustain their thriving biome firsthand. By utilizing strategic thinking and a keen eye for balance, you are granted the power to position a wide array of plants and animals, curating an ecosystem that will make all of them grow and flourish! [previewyoutube=Eldmbodjqzc;full][/previewyoutube] The Preserve Steam Demo introduces:

• The Continental biome (Savanna and Marine biomes are locked for now)
• Harmony (high score) mode where you can play short and medium maps
• Puzzle mode with 5 unique puzzles!
• Limited Creative mode

• Visit Preserve's Steam page.
• Click on the "Download Demo" button.
• Enjoy building your cozy world!

Grindstone Announces Preserve, the Cozy Puzzle Nature-Building Game Coming Summer 2024

• Vertical map expansion - In Preserve, you can expand the map not only horizontally, but you also possess the ability to stack layers of nature, forming a vertical network of interconnected habitats.
• Diverse biome habitats - From forests and savannas to Caribbean reefs, each biome will have its own unique set of plants, animals, and environmental challenges to discover and overcome.
• Multiple Game Modes - Besides regular harmony and puzzle game modes, creative mode lets you build the land without limitations, and photo mode allows you to capture and share your creations at the end of each session.
• Natural Wonders - Nothing can beautify your map more than natural wonders like the snowy Alps, lavender fields or redwood forests, which you can acquire thanks to a unique card upcycle system.