Hi there, I think the game is amazing and feel like I was destined to play it. But I just have one suggestion, it is almost impossible to create a green run! if there is one bit of blue, it doesn't work. also, is red harder than black or vice versa?
Hi! Black is harder than red and wait for the next update. With the topology layer, it will be easier to build green slopes. Also, I make turns with the runs to keep them the same color. Did you try that?
Hello! I am so glad that you added the save game option. Now you can manage your ski resort over multiple days. However, the game gets dull after a few days. To make it more interesting here are some suggestions.
Variety of Lifts- ex. Double, Triple, Quad, Detachable Quad, Detachable Six Pack- Eight Person...etc.
More realistic Lengths- The lift and trail lengths are really short. For example, the Chairlift is limited to 300 or so meters. That isn't very long!
Features added to trails/lifts- Each run is different, but there are no feature such as race courses, terrain parks, or tree skiing
Change of seasons- Maybe have summer where the snow melts?
Unlocking stuff- To unlock some new features in the future, maybe you have to get 100 or 500 skiers to get a certain type of Lift.
Trail Map Mode- This might be a wild suggestion, but it would be cool if there was a mode where the computer would generate a map of your ski area.
Those are a couple of suggestions. Just because I have some suggestions doesn't mean I don't like it. It is still a good game. However there are some bug. They don't make me just want smash my computer but here are some I have noticed
Trail Names- Also you can rename your trails and lifts but I have found a problem. Even if you rename your trails, and then save your game, when you load the game the day after, the trail names don't get saved.
Lifts- The lifts go through rocks and snow, I don't know how this wold be possible.
Hi! Thanks for the suggestions and for playing the game :) Except the change of season (Snowtopia is a world of eternal snow), we have plans for all of your expectations. Which is good news! See you then
I've been playing the Mac version and I cannot get more than 40 visitors no matter what I do...unsure if I'm just terrible at the game or if it's a bug/known issue.
Features I'd would like to see:
More types of lifts (double, triple, quad, high-speed quad, high-speed 6 pack, etc.)
Ability to add mid-stations and angle stations to lifts
Night skiing
Variable conditions, snowmaking, grooming
Borderless trails for bowls & tree skiing
Terrain park
Trail map feature with export/share ability
Option to use North American trail designations i.e. green, blue, black, double black and EX double black
Ability to set trail designation/difficulty yourself
Make length measurements for lifts and trails more realistic, and add vertical drop
So, here we are. Being a gamer since I was like 15 (which was in 1986, though) I am really, REALLY picky about what I do waste my time with (according to my better half) and being a skier myself for 40+ years, all of a sudden I stumbled upon this just today and I don't even know why or where. Steam, probably. And please let me say that really clear: this is even in alpha (pre-EA) and really limited, it's such an addictive little game. Couple minutes in and you will find yourself fiddling around where that ski run could use another slight swing. Or if it might be better to create a black run for the experts. Or a blue one for the beginners. Or maybe some intermediate with a little red?
I really can't wait to see the progress you guys will make. Day/Night cycle, that is supposed to be awesome! Also can't wait for Kickstarter, AFAIK it might come sometime early 2020? Well, however, count me in, Snowtopia has a big chance to become something incredibly exciting!
I really like the game! Only thing is that the game sort of stutters. I don't think it is my videocard because every other program runs just fine. Is there something i need to change in my settings or something?
Hi! We still have to work on the graphic performances of the game. Our programmer is doing some optimization those days. Thanks for letting us know about this issue :)
Hello! I just downloaded the Windows version demo because this game looks like a real gem! I would love to give it a try, but I cannot get it to load past the main menu. It crashes as soon as I hit "New Game".
Is this a known issue anyone else has had with the newest demo version 0.7.0.3 and is there a fix or work-around?
I have tried downloading the itch.io app also, which allowed me to install every version you guys have released of your game. Every single one crashes the same way as soon as I click "New Game". Maybe I am missing some external component that helps load the game, or maybe there is an issue with my graphics card (GeForce GTX 660).
Hi! So we can help you fix this issue, could you send us your log files ? It would be very convenient, thanks :)
macOS ~/Library/Logs/Unity/Player.log Windows C:\Users\username\AppData\LocalLow\CompanyName\ProductName\output_log.txt Linux ~/.config/unity3d/CompanyName/ProductName/Player.log
Just wanted to confirm with you guys that you received the email with the attached log file as you requested. I sent it to this email: contact@teafortwogames.fr
Hopefully I did this correctly because I am so jealous of all of your other fans who can play your alpha right now. Thanks again!
Hi! Thanks for letting us know about this bug. Could you download the last version of the game and let me know if it's still an issue? We've fixed a few bugs since you posted this message. Thanks :)
Absolutely lovely game, I've been waiting this for so long!! As others have already said, it would be lovely to also be able to manage the accomodations for skiers, like restaurants, ski schools, hotels, wellness centers etc!
It would make this a game I'd never stop playing! *-*
finaly a ski resort builder after al those years of playing ski resort tycoon this is what i wanted for years . ski resort tycoon was to small map and to old grapics maby look it up just for funn :P its made begin 2000
-(In a far update)Day/night cicle were in the night you could repare the trails with vehicles (that you had bought) and you could have iluminated trails for night skiing. 15 minutes day, 5 minutes night.
thanks for playing to Snowtopia :) You're right about the lack of challenge. We have planned to increase it in the future. And even if we have plenty to do before that, we also have plans for decorations, Nordic trails and night/day cycle.
We can't wait for this functionalities to be implemented!!
Here is a recommendation for the game. You guys should add facilities and more lifts. Also gladed ski runs and chutes, Save game, lifts can go over each oter.
Oh I downloaded it now and it says all the code is not in the game and windows scanned an app from an unidentified developer. Does anyone know how to fix this?
ok got it, too many black slopes. But i wait long time for having more skiers in my area..... game is running for waiting until i can build more lifts...
You should be able to upgrade lifts to better ones because when you delete one and replace it with another, the new lift doesn't connect to all of your trails.
Suggestion: I'd like to be able to upgrade the ski lifts to a better type, instead of having to demolish them and rebuild them because they never line up in just the same way.
Hello! Upgrading lifts is a feature we are working on at the moment. In the meantime, we have tweaked the lift building to help connecting to all the runs!
I know i have already commented once, but, I just cant stop thinking about how awesome this game will be. I came up with a few more suggestions listed below:
- Weather impacts on the slopes
- Rain depleting the base and exposing dirt spots, snow building the base
- Season start mode where you open terrain based off of your specific mountains capabilities. This can play into clientele satisfaction and mountain operations strategy wimilar to the real world.
- Ability to regulate the amount of snow on the trail
- Snowmaking and grooming will play into this
I work for a ski resort in the western United States and have always been looking for a realistic game to mimic mountain operations and ski area management strategies. I feel like this game has a significant chance of being that. I'll comment again if I can think up of anything else.
Love these ideas. I've been waiting for a game like this for 15+ years, myself. I didn't think anyone would ever make a spiritual successor to Ski Resort Tycoon. The possibilities are endless, and I am so excited.
This really is a great game and IMHO a great deal of potential. Very unique - I haven't seen any other games like this. Great concept and the playability so far is fantastic.
Saw the game on a "notepad compact" made by tom.io on YouTube some weeks ago and finally had a chance to install it on my Linux-Gaming-PC and give it a try.
So far, it's running smooth and fine in Full-HD with graphics set to "Ultra".
Definitely going to watch that game and looking forward to more content to be added. Looks promising! Keep it up!
Played Val d'Isère Ski Park Manager long long times ago and really liked it. From what the first Alpha shows there might finally be again a proper Ski resort simulator! Keep up the good work! I am really looking forward to your progress. I have also some suggestions which I think would be really nice for the game to become more addictive:
-More Terrain modulating abilities (maybe afterwards being able to influence the difficulty level of the slope)
-Possibility to alter the width of a slope section by drag and drop
-Changing Snow Conditions
-Snow grooming/snow machines
-More lift types (different chair lifts, small conveyor belt lift, different gondolas)
-Building of Lodges and Other accomodation
-Direct Feedback from Skiers why they might like or dislike something or smiley symbols above their head
-Differrent maps
Other things that might be of consideration:
-Lift personell and maintenance personell
-First Aid and Rescue of Skiers
-Bars, Supermarket, Shopping and Entertainment Buildings (swimming pool etc)
-Allow to create Ski routes or Ski areas where Skiers can ski off piste
It's a pity that there are so few games in this genre. I've played a few, which are older than a decade already, and love to see a new game being developed. I just jumped into the alpha to have a quick look, and found myself still playing after 2 hours. Although there are only limited features at the moment, I instantly fell in love with only creating lifts and slopes. Especially being able to plan the runs to fulfill a certain difficulty makes is so much fun to plan your next steps accordingly, e.g. connect the villages and key lifts always by beginner runs and extend the offer by harder difficulty slopes. After playing well over an hour, the game turned more and more laggy and unplayable (and the sound went crazy), with 10k+ guests it's no surprise I guess at this stage of development. Please, continue the work on this awesome game! Can't wait to play it again as soon as a save game option is available.
I like this game very much! I wold like to see more features in the future such as more buildings (hotels,food,ect.), terrain tools, naming your resort, staff and staff rooms , more maps, and skiing events (races). I hope this feedback will help you. ---binxter
I would love to see these things added. I know it is only Alpha and this is just a test of your game but I would like to see it be more tycoon-y. such as lodge management, maintenance, , buying snow machines, rentals etc.
Thanks for making this game. It is one of a kind and very unique.
Ok. I've already seen issues like that. Are you using a mac device ? If you are, then the question you can address the internet is : how to open a mac app from an unidentified developer. Let me know is things get better for you :)
Wow. Im interested in game dev too, and seeing something this great is amazing. Please keep up the great work, I really enjoy this game and think the core gameplay is really fun.
What an amazing game. I only downloaded Itch yesterday but already I feel like I found a real gem that will only get better as development continues. I'm really looking forward to seeing what happens next. Great job!
I simply love the tranquility of this game (at least in the current sandbox mode). It's just so nice when I can't go skiing myself.
A few suggestions:
It needs to be easier to select skiers (to view their experiences; maybe there should be some stats on the individual pistes themselves, rather than the skiers?).
A topographic view of the map (with altitude lines, as used for hiking) would greatly aid planning interesting pistes by avoiding hitting "white bits" after having planned most of one.
Also --at least on my slow machine-- the view navigation (rotate, zoom, pan) is much too coarse and continues way after I've stopped giving inputs with the mouse. This means that any movement must be in multiple tiny delicate steps (especially since there isn't yet an effective way to view slope angles).
I'm very curious how this will evolve, and will definitely follow along. Keep up the great work!
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Hi again, I also think that having a computer generated ski map would be an awesome feature!
I agree! We'll see what we can do :)
Hi there, I think the game is amazing and feel like I was destined to play it. But I just have one suggestion, it is almost impossible to create a green run! if there is one bit of blue, it doesn't work. also, is red harder than black or vice versa?
Hi! Black is harder than red and wait for the next update. With the topology layer, it will be easier to build green slopes. Also, I make turns with the runs to keep them the same color. Did you try that?
Hello! I am so glad that you added the save game option. Now you can manage your ski resort over multiple days. However, the game gets dull after a few days. To make it more interesting here are some suggestions.
Variety of Lifts- ex. Double, Triple, Quad, Detachable Quad, Detachable Six Pack- Eight Person...etc.
More realistic Lengths- The lift and trail lengths are really short. For example, the Chairlift is limited to 300 or so meters. That isn't very long!
Features added to trails/lifts- Each run is different, but there are no feature such as race courses, terrain parks, or tree skiing
Change of seasons- Maybe have summer where the snow melts?
Unlocking stuff- To unlock some new features in the future, maybe you have to get 100 or 500 skiers to get a certain type of Lift.
Trail Map Mode- This might be a wild suggestion, but it would be cool if there was a mode where the computer would generate a map of your ski area.
Those are a couple of suggestions. Just because I have some suggestions doesn't mean I don't like it. It is still a good game. However there are some bug. They don't make me just want smash my computer but here are some I have noticed
Trail Names- Also you can rename your trails and lifts but I have found a problem. Even if you rename your trails, and then save your game, when you load the game the day after, the trail names don't get saved.
Lifts- The lifts go through rocks and snow, I don't know how this wold be possible.
Thank you!
Hi! Thanks for the suggestions and for playing the game :) Except the change of season (Snowtopia is a world of eternal snow), we have plans for all of your expectations. Which is good news! See you then
I've been playing the Mac version and I cannot get more than 40 visitors no matter what I do...unsure if I'm just terrible at the game or if it's a bug/known issue.
Features I'd would like to see:
Hi! Are you on Discord? It would be easier to help you there.
https://discord.gg/4PBbEnm
If you can't, the only way to help you is with screenshots of your resort and the log files which you can find here:
macOS ~/Library/Logs/Unity/Player.log
can you rotate the screen up/down?
Hi! Press the wheel of your mouse to rotate the camera. It should work :)
thanks!
can you do that in mac??
my brother has it and cannot
I think not. With Q and E ?
Also, in the next update, we'll add the setting of controllers.
So, here we are. Being a gamer since I was like 15 (which was in 1986, though) I am really, REALLY picky about what I do waste my time with (according to my better half) and being a skier myself for 40+ years, all of a sudden I stumbled upon this just today and I don't even know why or where. Steam, probably.
And please let me say that really clear: this is even in alpha (pre-EA) and really limited, it's such an addictive little game. Couple minutes in and you will find yourself fiddling around where that ski run could use another slight swing. Or if it might be better to create a black run for the experts. Or a blue one for the beginners. Or maybe some intermediate with a little red?
I really can't wait to see the progress you guys will make. Day/Night cycle, that is supposed to be awesome! Also can't wait for Kickstarter, AFAIK it might come sometime early 2020? Well, however, count me in, Snowtopia has a big chance to become something incredibly exciting!
Thanks so much for your hard work
-Hollis
Hi! Thanks for your kind words :) I forwarded to the members of the team and they end up sending hearts everywhere in the channel of discussion.
Early access is planned during 2020. We're working with our producer to set a more precise release date.
See you along the way!
Anne
Hi! Thanks for the log. It is transmitted to programmers.
Is the house icon usable? If yes what are the requirements?
It's not :) We still need to develop this feature.
Thanks for the information and quick reply.
I really like the game! Only thing is that the game sort of stutters. I don't think it is my videocard because every other program runs just fine. Is there something i need to change in my settings or something?
dunno. mine does too
Hi! We still have to work on the graphic performances of the game. Our programmer is doing some optimization those days. Thanks for letting us know about this issue :)
Hello! I just downloaded the Windows version demo because this game looks like a real gem! I would love to give it a try, but I cannot get it to load past the main menu. It crashes as soon as I hit "New Game".
Is this a known issue anyone else has had with the newest demo version 0.7.0.3 and is there a fix or work-around?
Thanks!
This was fixed in version 0.7.0.3 so that's weird. I'll have a look!
I have tried downloading the itch.io app also, which allowed me to install every version you guys have released of your game. Every single one crashes the same way as soon as I click "New Game". Maybe I am missing some external component that helps load the game, or maybe there is an issue with my graphics card (GeForce GTX 660).
Hi! So we can help you fix this issue, could you send us your log files ? It would be very convenient, thanks :)
macOS ~/Library/Logs/Unity/Player.log
Windows C:\Users\username\AppData\LocalLow\CompanyName\ProductName\output_log.txt
Linux ~/.config/unity3d/CompanyName/ProductName/Player.log
Just wanted to confirm with you guys that you received the email with the attached log file as you requested. I sent it to this email: contact@teafortwogames.fr
Hopefully I did this correctly because I am so jealous of all of your other fans who can play your alpha right now. Thanks again!
Yes, we did! Thanks. We're at the event EGX for a few days, so won't have time to read it before next week.
Hey, ive encountered this weird glitch where skiiers stop and time stops.
When i take away a lift to add a new one, time will stop and skiiers will freeze. just wondering if there is any fix as im having a blast playing! :)
Hi! Thanks for letting us know about this bug. Could you download the last version of the game and let me know if it's still an issue? We've fixed a few bugs since you posted this message. Thanks :)
Hi There!
I just played the newest version and had the same glitch. Just klick the "pause" button and the game will run again.
Absolutely lovely game, I've been waiting this for so long!!
As others have already said, it would be lovely to also be able to manage the accomodations for skiers, like restaurants, ski schools, hotels, wellness centers etc!
It would make this a game I'd never stop playing! *-*
Just confirming the Linux build as of the latest update still loads up fine :)
Thanks!
:D
finaly a ski resort builder after al those years of playing ski resort tycoon this is what i wanted for years . ski resort tycoon was to small map and to old grapics maby look it up just for funn :P its made begin 2000
I'd found 1 problem in this game, the game is too much easy, it would be better with money.
I'd read the comments below and there are very good ideas but I would like to say 3 more:
- Decoration/accessories: fences, snow cannon, hospital, heliport, parking, streetlight, ski school, shops, ski pass office, hangar, hotel...
- Nordic ski traks
-(In a far update)Day/night cicle were in the night you could repare the trails with vehicles (that you had bought) and you could have iluminated trails for night skiing. 15 minutes day, 5 minutes night.
Hi,
thanks for playing to Snowtopia :) You're right about the lack of challenge. We have planned to increase it in the future. And even if we have plenty to do before that, we also have plans for decorations, Nordic trails and night/day cycle.
We can't wait for this functionalities to be implemented!!
See you then :)
Here is a recommendation for the game. You guys should add facilities and more lifts. Also gladed ski runs and chutes, Save game, lifts can go over each oter.
Hi,
Thanks for playing and for your recommendations :)
Save game is here, hope you will enjoy it!
For some reason I can't download even when it says downloading it shows no progress.
Oh I downloaded it now and it says all the code is not in the game and windows scanned an app from an unidentified developer. Does anyone know how to fix this?
nvm it was in a file and I had to drag it onto the desktop for it to work.
Hi,
i hope everything went alright at the end?
I have just one questions ? Is there a possibility to download oldest version of the beta ? Because I Don't Like de Volunteers restrictions.
i think this is gonna be the new astroneer
(i mean in development bcs its gonna take a while but in the end its a super fun and cool game)
Hi
I built a nice skiresort with about 5 Lifts.... but no customers? I can only reach about 40? How do i get more?
ok got it, too many black slopes. But i wait long time for having more skiers in my area..... game is running for waiting until i can build more lifts...
You should be able to upgrade lifts to better ones because when you delete one and replace it with another, the new lift doesn't connect to all of your trails.
Yeah, Charlie. That's a good idea!
Good idea indeed Charlie! We are working on adding upgrades for lifts and other buildings in a later release!
bru you replied like that on ur own account?
Suggestion: I'd like to be able to upgrade the ski lifts to a better type, instead of having to demolish them and rebuild them because they never line up in just the same way.
Hello! Upgrading lifts is a feature we are working on at the moment. In the meantime, we have tweaked the lift building to help connecting to all the runs!
How do you download it on Windows
bruh
wow, how old are you?
This game is SOOOOOO GOOD!!!
Can't wait for more updates
I know i have already commented once, but, I just cant stop thinking about how awesome this game will be. I came up with a few more suggestions listed below:
- Weather impacts on the slopes
- Rain depleting the base and exposing dirt spots, snow building the base
- Season start mode where you open terrain based off of your specific mountains capabilities. This can play into clientele satisfaction and mountain operations strategy wimilar to the real world.
- Ability to regulate the amount of snow on the trail
- Snowmaking and grooming will play into this
I work for a ski resort in the western United States and have always been looking for a realistic game to mimic mountain operations and ski area management strategies. I feel like this game has a significant chance of being that. I'll comment again if I can think up of anything else.
Love these ideas. I've been waiting for a game like this for 15+ years, myself. I didn't think anyone would ever make a spiritual successor to Ski Resort Tycoon. The possibilities are endless, and I am so excited.
Looks good so far devs!
This really is a great game and IMHO a great deal of potential. Very unique - I haven't seen any other games like this. Great concept and the playability so far is fantastic.
Thanks a lot for your comment fordhamflash! Glad to know you like Snowtopia!
How do you play the game!
What are the Mac system specs?
Saw the game on a "notepad compact" made by tom.io on YouTube some weeks ago and finally had a chance to install it on my Linux-Gaming-PC and give it a try.
So far, it's running smooth and fine in Full-HD with graphics set to "Ultra".
Definitely going to watch that game and looking forward to more content to be added. Looks promising! Keep it up!
Played Val d'Isère Ski Park Manager long long times ago and really liked it. From what the first Alpha shows there might finally be again a proper Ski resort simulator! Keep up the good work! I am really looking forward to your progress. I have also some suggestions which I think would be really nice for the game to become more addictive:
-More Terrain modulating abilities (maybe afterwards being able to influence the difficulty level of the slope)
-Possibility to alter the width of a slope section by drag and drop
-Changing Snow Conditions
-Snow grooming/snow machines
-More lift types (different chair lifts, small conveyor belt lift, different gondolas)
-Building of Lodges and Other accomodation
-Direct Feedback from Skiers why they might like or dislike something or smiley symbols above their head
-Differrent maps
Other things that might be of consideration:
-Lift personell and maintenance personell
-First Aid and Rescue of Skiers
-Bars, Supermarket, Shopping and Entertainment Buildings (swimming pool etc)
-Allow to create Ski routes or Ski areas where Skiers can ski off piste
It's a pity that there are so few games in this genre. I've played a few, which are older than a decade already, and love to see a new game being developed. I just jumped into the alpha to have a quick look, and found myself still playing after 2 hours. Although there are only limited features at the moment, I instantly fell in love with only creating lifts and slopes. Especially being able to plan the runs to fulfill a certain difficulty makes is so much fun to plan your next steps accordingly, e.g. connect the villages and key lifts always by beginner runs and extend the offer by harder difficulty slopes. After playing well over an hour, the game turned more and more laggy and unplayable (and the sound went crazy), with 10k+ guests it's no surprise I guess at this stage of development. Please, continue the work on this awesome game! Can't wait to play it again as soon as a save game option is available.
Please! Add a save game function! Please!
I love this game but that is really annoying that i cant save my game!
Good job! Thanks for this game!
I like this game very much! I wold like to see more features in the future such as more buildings (hotels,food,ect.), terrain tools, naming your resort, staff and staff rooms , more maps, and skiing events (races). I hope this feedback will help you. ---binxter
Awesome Game!
So far so good and only minor glitching.
Things I would like:
-Terrain parks
-Lodges on and off the mountain
-Snow grooming/snow machines
-Snow conditions
-Off piste skiing
I would love to see these things added. I know it is only Alpha and this is just a test of your game but I would like to see it be more tycoon-y. such as lodge management, maintenance, , buying snow machines, rentals etc.
Thanks for making this game. It is one of a kind and very unique.
Great Game!
I love this game. It's a bit glitchy, but nice.
Some improvements I would like:
-Being able to name your trails and lifts
-Designating terrain parks and race courses
-Naming your resort
-Making Lodges on and off the mountain
Other additions I would like:
-Snow Conditions
-Being able to groom trails, but not having to groom all of them
-Differrent maps area to build your ski area on (Eg. East US, West US, Alps
Some things that i don't like and hope you will improve:
-Trails that should be green are blue, and greens have to almost be flat same goes with should-be blues are reds, etc.
-Sometimes my lifts lag into the snow
-There's a limit of how long you can make your lift
-Also, can you add saving your game (So you could continue what you started yesterday)
I know you are trying to stop the glitches that start happening at around 2000 skiers
That's All!
Thanks for making the game! You are working hard and I hope the final edition will be much better. After a while i get bored, so please add more!
It looks cool but how can you start playing it.
What do you mean ? Did you download the game on your PC ? Did you launch it ? Where are you stuck ?
Yes I downloaded it but it says "it may be dangerous".
Ok. I've already seen issues like that. Are you using a mac device ? If you are, then the question you can address the internet is : how to open a mac app from an unidentified developer. Let me know is things get better for you :)
THANK YOU IT'S RELLY FUN!
Haha, you're welcome! Have a nice day :)
Wow. Im interested in game dev too, and seeing something this great is amazing. Please keep up the great work, I really enjoy this game and think the core gameplay is really fun.
What an amazing game. I only downloaded Itch yesterday but already I feel like I found a real gem that will only get better as development continues. I'm really looking forward to seeing what happens next. Great job!
I simply love the tranquility of this game (at least in the current sandbox mode). It's just so nice when I can't go skiing myself.
A few suggestions:
I'm very curious how this will evolve, and will definitely follow along. Keep up the great work!