20230717
Added links to sign up for the Amaru mailing list
20230530
Fix for a bug that would cause some new users not to be able to create an account without a Friend Code.
20230529.2
Fix for a bug that would cause some new users not to be able to create an account without a Friend Code.
20230310
Mar 10, 2023
- Fix for a bug that would cause guided meditations to sometimes freeze up when they reach their end.
- Minor text updates and typo fixes.
20230214
Feb 14, 2023
- Updated format of the Unlocks popup to improve readability
- Updated format of the Title screen
- Updated the Discord channel link on the Title screen and the Issue Report popup
- updated Unity engine version to improve media player stability
- minor bugfixes
20230113
Jan 14, 2023
Some stability improvements
20221024
Oct 24, 2022
- Journal enhancements: By popular demand, we've made it possible to edit or delete old journal entries.
- The bug in Puzzle Parlor causing your game to freeze is no more!
- We've made Gratitude Glints more visible over bright backgrounds.
- Players who don't own the Rainbow Sprinkle Cake can now reset Amaru to his default look without having to spend any Spa Coins.
20221006
Oct 6, 2022
Some small background updates
20220930.1
Sep 30, 2022
A small stability update. Not much to report!
20220927.1
Sep 27, 2022
- Introducing our Keys for Those in Need program! We understand that some players with financial hardship may not be able to afford a Golden Key. With this program, Players with greater financial means will be able to donate Golden Keys to our Donation Pool. Players with financial need will be able to sign up for a Golden Key and will be given a place in line, and if a Key becomes available, they'll receive it for free!
- We've added the fan-created Phoenix texture to the Pet Spa!
20220902.1
Sep 2, 2022
- The Murray's Three Fortune Cookie! You can now purchase a Murray's 3 Cookie in the shop to feed to Amaru. Feeding Amaru the cookie will reveal one of their jokes for you, and you can then react by laughing, groaning, or an awkward silence.
- Fixed a bug where the game wasn't letting you know if you'd earned a Friend Coin.
- Fixed a bug where the "Amaru is ready to be tucked in" notification would fire even if Amaru was away Exploring.
20220815.2
Aug 16, 2022
- New Journal Modes! Open your Journal to enjoy two new modes: G.L.A.D. Journaling and Free Journaling!
- Updated Past Entries Review: Past Entries are now organized by month to make it easier to scroll through old writings!
- Notifications update: You can now enable/disable notifications for Wake and Sleep from the Time Settings Menu.
- Clarity/Feedback Improvements.
- Minor bug/typo fixes.
20220803
Aug 3, 2022
- We've remixed the audio of the "Grit and Resilience" Echo Stone as we received feedback the audio was difficult to understanding in the middle. Thanks for the feedback!
- By popular demand, we've added 3 notifications to the game! You now have the option to have the game alert you when Amaru has returned from exploring, when Amaru wakes up in the morning, and when Amaru is ready to be tucked in for the night. You can turn these notifications on and off under Settings.
20220725.1
Jul 25, 2022
Patch Notes, July 25th
- We've added three new Guided Meditation Echo Stones!
- You can now listen to the sounds of Amaru's environment during Guided Meditations!
- Click that new Community button on the Amaru title screen if you'd like to join hundreds of other Amaru fans on our Discord server!
- We've added a bugfix that should stop the game from stalling at the "Loading Data from Server..." screen right at the beginning.
- General bugfixes and improvements.
20220715
Jul 15, 2022
- Introducing our Spa Coins system! Spa Coins will allow players who have not made a purchase to sample changing Amaru’s colors and textures!
- We’ve renamed the Echo Stones tab in the Shop to “Items”, you can find Spa Coins and Echo Stones there.
- Merch is back! Tap the Merch button in the shop to purchase plushies, journals, masks, and stickers!
- We fixed a bug where the Burn Journal graphic was showing up as a white square.
- We made FAQs more accessible from the Settings screen.
20220712.1
Jul 12, 2022
- Introducing our Spa Coins system! Spa Coins will allow players who have not made a purchase to sample changing Amaru’s colors and textures!
- We’ve renamed the Echo Stones tab in the Shop to “Items”, you can find Spa Coins and Echo Stones there.
- Merch is back! Tap the Merch button in the shop to purchase plushies, journals, masks, and stickers!
- We fixed a bug where the Burn Journal graphic was showing up as a white square.
- We made FAQs more accessible from the Settings screen.
20220628.1
Jun 28, 2022
Fixed hearts being offset and petting not working as expected in alternate idle animations
20220620
Jun 20, 2022
June 20th, 2022
- Attempting a fix for a bug during the tutorial where players get stuck at the "Explore" step.
- Fixed issue where reminders to back up data fired too often.
- Changed up some graphics to improve stability on iOS systems.
- Attempting a fix for sporadic instances of the password reset form not working.
- Fixed issue where scrolling the Settings screen could be difficult.
- Reduced load time on Bond Level Up sequences.
20220610
Jun 10, 2022
May 28th Hotfix:
- There was an issue with the Create New Goal screen that's now been corrected. Sorry for the inconvenience!
20220528
May 28, 2022
May 28th Hotfix:
- There was an issue with the Create New Goal screen that's now been corrected. Sorry for the inconvenience!
20220413.2
April 20, 2022
- We added a new feature: You can now back up and restore your Amaru save file! This will be very handy for anyone who wants to move their Amaru data to a new phone. Just back up your save on your old phone, move it to your new phone, and restore the data there!
- We optimized more stuff under the hood, to make the Amaru app smaller on your phone and less likely to crash.
- We added an "SFX" slider to the settings screen, so you can turn down the UI sounds if you'd like.
20220405.1
April 6, 2022
HOTFIX: We really quickly patched a bug that caused some of the new purchases to get lost. Sorry for the inconvenience! If you purchased a Puzzle Pack that has not been unlocked for you, please request a refund via Google Play.
April 5th, 2022
- New Minigame: Puzzle Parlor
- New Feature: Art Gallery
- New Content: Origin & Founder Puzzle Packs
- New Content: Nippon Texture Pack
20220321.2
March 21, 2022
A hopeful fix for any players who experienced the "stuck on a white screen" bug
20220318
March 18, 2022
A little background hotfix
20220224
February 24, 2022
A quick fix for users who haven't been able to purchase "Keys and Cake for Two".
20211218
December 19, 2021
- All Unlocks can now be given as Gifts! Head to the Unlocks screen and Give a friend the Gift of Self-care!
- We created easier paths to our Unlocks Screen and our new Merch Store via the Shop Screen!
- Our new account system is online! If you've made in-app purchases, these will now stay with you if you change devices! Be sure to make an account!
- We made a TON of backend improvements that you hopefully won't notice at all!
20211123.2
November 26, 2021
We've released the Winter Grove Pack! Unlock it today to send Amaru to a warm campfire on a calm Winter night with a gorgeous aurora in the sky! Treat Amaru to five seasonal treats and a sparkly, meditative new soundscape.
You asked and we listened! Custom goals are now free to all players! Now anyone can customize their own daily goals however they'd like, even without the Golden Key!