"Schedule I Update 0.3.4: New Pawn Shop, 'Fancy Stuff' Added"

The highly anticipated 0.3.4 update for the viral hit Schedule I has been released by developer Tyler following a brief testing period. This update marks the first major content addition since the game's explosive launch into early access on Steam on March 24. The patch notes, detailed on Steam, outline a range of new features including a functional pawn shop, a boutique store, various wall decorations, and more.

In a Steam post, Tyler expressed regret for the delay in rolling out the update, stating, "I'm still ironing out the update/testing process." He assured players that future updates would be more streamlined and timely, with larger monthly updates set to commence next month. Looking ahead, Tyler highlighted his focus on addressing remaining bugs, listing key priorities such as ensuring employee consistency, preventing save game corruption, and minimizing multiplayer disconnections and loading issues. He also mentioned plans to enhance optimization and aim for Steam Deck verification, using it as a performance benchmark.

For those looking to dive deeper into the game, IGN's Schedule I guide offers comprehensive insights on mastering the basics of mixing recipes, creating profitable blends, accessing console commands, and the fastest route to multiplayer co-op to dominate Hyland Point alongside friends.

Additions

• Added Bleuballs Boutique interior and functionality.
• Added Pawn Shop interior and functionality. Players can now sell various items (excluding product) to Mick at the pawn shop.
• Added wooden sign.
• Added metal sign.
• Added wall-mounted shelf.
• Added safe.
• Added antique wall lamp.
• Added modern wall lamp.
• Added grandfather clock.
• Added Ol' Man Jimmy's Whiskey. Currently decorative, with plans to become functional in future updates.
• Added Château La Peepee.
• Added Brut du Gloop.
• Added silver watch.
• Added gold watch.
• Added silver chain.
• Added gold chain.
• Added gold bar.
• Added 6 different collectible paintings.
• Added toilet (pre-owned).
• Added golden toilet.

Tweaks/Improvements

• Improved the interface for counteroffer product selection.
• Enhanced customer recommendation dialogue phrasing.
• Increased jar stack size to 20.
• Implemented additional null and validity checks.
• Supplier meeting icons in the map app now display the supplier's name.
• Removed the cooldown timer for requesting supplier meetings.
• Time skips, such as sleeping, now impact the supplier meeting countdown.

Bug fixes

• Fixed the delivery destination dropdown from overflowing the phone screen.
• Corrected player lists not clearing properly upon exiting to the menu.
• Addressed non-host clients not receiving 'on day pass' and 'on week pass' events.
• Resolved a bug where item slot filters could be bypassed by item swapping.

Schedule I soared to the top of Steam's sales charts upon its release, outpacing giants like Monster Hunter Wilds, GTA 5, and Marvel Rivals after going viral on social media, Twitch, and YouTube. In the game, players journey from a small-time drug dealer to a powerful kingpin, managing the manufacture and distribution of various drugs in the gritty city of Hyland Point. Players can expand their empire by acquiring properties, businesses, and hiring employees.

Developed and published by the Australian indie developer Tyler under the banner TVGS, Schedule I's explosive launch has been described as "amazing but pretty overwhelming" by Tyler. In a Reddit post, he shared his astonishment at the game's reception, stating, "I never expected this kind of response! At the moment I’m just trying to stay focused and get patches out ASAP. Also looking forward to getting started on content updates as soon as all major bugs are patched."