Inventory Management
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Roadmaps and Plans
Crytek provided developer insight into upcoming changes for Hunt: Showdown, specifically detailing a rework of the inventory slot system. This update aims to address player feedback regarding inventory management within the game.
Alchemy inventory management roguelike Alchemortis gets new playtest
Alchemortis, a dark fantasy roguelike focused on alchemy and inventory management, has released its first open playtest. Players can request access on Steam to experiment with combining and mutating ingredients to create new items and optimize their inventory for powerful synergies. The game features run-based gameplay where death restarts the player from the beginning.
BARDA Leaves Early Access and Launches in Version 1.0 on June 2nd
Indie studio Mudita Games announced that BARDA, a backpack roguelike, will officially launch in Version 1.0 on June 2nd, 2026, after a successful Early Access period on Steam. The game combines tactical inventory management and roguelike decision-making, with a Nintendo Switch port planned for the summer.
Starbucks abandons its AI inventory tool after only nine months
Starbucks has discontinued its artificial intelligence-powered inventory management tool after only nine months. The company will revert to manual inventory management processes.
All Colonist Bunkers In Subnautica 2 - Biobed And Inventory Upgrades Guide
This guide details the locations of all seven Colonist Bunkers in Subnautica 2, which contain biobed upgrades that permanently increase inventory slots and add extra tool slots. These optional habs were once homes for colonists on the ocean planet Proteus. The article also mentions that Subnautica 2 is currently in early access and more content is expected.
Subnautica 2: How to quickly expand your tiny starting inventory at the start
Subnautica 2 players can quickly expand their starting inventory by finding and interacting with biobeds. The first biobed is located in Chap's lifepod, which can be reached early in the game by following the initial story objectives. Each biobed interaction adds three inventory slots, with more biobeds available throughout the game for further expansion.
Subnautica 2 Guide – How To Get All 6 Inventory Upgrades And Increase Inventory Slots
This guide details the locations of all six Biobeds in Subnautica 2 that provide inventory and tool slot upgrades. Four Endurance Adaptations increase inventory slots to 32, while two Dexterity Adaptations improve tool quick-access. Specific depths and directions from the Lifepod are provided for each bunker location.
All Biobed Adaptation locations in Subnautica 2
This guide details the locations of Biobeds in Subnautica 2, which serve as respawn points and offer permanent upgrades. Several Biobeds are found within Colonist Bunkers, providing players with increased backpack size and extra hotbar slots, with some requiring specific adaptations like Heat Tolerance.
All Biobed Adaptation locations in Subnautica 2
This guide details the locations of Biobeds in Subnautica 2, which serve as respawn points and offer permanent upgrades. Several Biobeds are found within Colonist Bunkers, providing players with increased backpack size and extra hotbar slots, with some requiring specific adaptations like Heat Tolerance.
Demos and Freebies
Cloudbreaker is a new roguelite game available on Steam for PC. It combines inventory management and survivors-like gameplay, tasking players with exploring a sky-world, collecting relics, and defeating enemy hordes. Players can unlock and upgrade airships as they progress.
Strategic Inventory Management Meets Roguelite Combat in Cloudbreaker: Demo Out Now!
The demo for Ballast Games' tactical roguelite survivorslike, Cloudbreaker, has been released on Steam. Players can now manage their airship's inventory and upgrade its arsenal to defend against enemies as they descend through a dangerous sky-world. The game is preparing for its appearance at Steam Next Fest in June.
How to increase inventory slots in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to increase inventory slots in Subnautica 2 by using biobeds found in abandoned colonist bases on the desert planet Zezura. Each use of a biobed grants three additional inventory slots, crucial for faster progression in the survival game. Players can find base coordinates by scanning items and assisting the AI character Noa.
How to increase inventory size in Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to increase inventory and hotbar size in Subnautica 2 by interacting with Biobed terminals found in colony outposts. Players can find permanent upgrades called Endurance and Dexterity. The article also suggests using Portable Lockers for managing collected materials and mentions a potential haulage module for the Tadpole vehicle.
Google AI bot put in charge of Swedish coffee shop, proceeds to order 3,000 rubber gloves, 6,000 napkins, 4 first-aid…
An AI experiment at a Stockholm cafe run by Google's Gemini bot, named Mona, has resulted in significant operational issues. The AI, managed by Andon Labs, has made costly ordering mistakes, including thousands of rubber gloves and napkins, and has struggled with basic tasks like managing staff hours and inventory, leading to financial losses.
Winter Burrow “Tidy Up” update announced, patch notes
Noodlecake and Pine Creek Games have announced the "Tidy Up" update for Winter Burrow, which introduces new features like separate storage, increased backpack inventory, furniture stat bonuses, and two play modes: Story and Challenge. The update also adds three save slots, a recycling system for items, fast travel via mole tunnels, and a new sleeping animation. While not confirmed for Nintendo Switch yet, the patch is expected to be released soon.
Valve Opens Steam Controller Reservations To Counter Scalpers
Valve has implemented a reservation system for the Steam Controller to combat scalping and limit reseller activity. Reservations are limited to one per account, requiring accounts to be in good standing and have made a prior purchase on Steam. The company is also working to replenish controller stock across various regions.
Before doing anything else introduced in FF14 patch 7.5, I beelined it to the Calamity Salvager to free up inventory…
Final Fantasy 14 patch 7.5 introduces a new dye consolidation system that significantly frees up inventory space for players. Players can now exchange old dyes for consolidated items, reducing the number of inventory slots needed from over 100 down to just three. This update also allows for the consolidation of certain special dyes obtained from side content.
MoonNight Shift Adds Individual Item Pickup Because Someone Finally Gets It | HappyGamer
MoonNight Shift has released an update allowing players to pick up individual items one by one, a feature praised for its attention to detail and good game design. This update, labeled v1.0, improves inventory management in survival and RPG games, highlighting the focus on core gameplay by indie developer Cattonic.
The latest Crimson Desert patch is finally the reason I needed to turn my once-useless house into a cosy haven
Pearl Abyss has released a significant patch for Crimson Desert, introducing numerous quality-of-life improvements. Key updates include the addition of difficulty options, extensive storage solutions with new chest types and wardrobes that offer global storage, and a revamped inventory system with five categories. The patch also enhances map functionality with search and filters, and introduces new pet options like birds and cats.
Crimson Desert latest patch notes adds adjustable difficulty settings and major inventory and housing changes
Pearl Abyss has released a major patch for Crimson Desert, introducing adjustable difficulty settings (Easy, Normal, Hard) that impact enemy strength, attack patterns, and player survivability. The update also brings significant improvements to inventory management with new chest systems, housing upgrades, new character skills, and the addition of livestock vendors.
