Devlog version 0.0.8



v0.0.8 is out now

Release date: March 17, 2026

This update is mainly focused on improving the game’s UI, smoothing out navigation, and fixing a couple of important gameplay issues.

What’s new

  • Added Itch.io version checking, so the game can detect newer releases and show an update prompt when needed.
  • Reworked the main menu with a refreshed layout and improved flow.
  • Updated the design of several gameplay panels.
  • Improved the objective panel for better readability and usability.
  • Enhanced tooltips with clearer styling and layout.
  • Expanded the settings panel with Back to Main Menu and Quit Game options.
  • Added a proper lose condition: when your population reaches 0, the simulation pauses and a game-over modal appears, letting you start a new game.

Fixes

  • Fixed an issue where the main menu did not render correctly after returning from the settings menu.
  • Fixed a gameplay issue where births could happen with fewer than two villagers. This can no longer occur.

Demo note

For players using the demo build: demo limits and the demo restart flow are still active. If your population drops to zero, the new game-over modal will take priority.

Files

northhold-demo-linux.zip 85 MB
Version v0.0.8 15 days ago
northhold-demo-windows.zip 79 MB
Version v0.0.8 15 days ago

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