SIDE EFFECTS latest updates, patch notes, changelogs and announcements
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Update v1.09
Date: 2025-12-17 19:34:15
Hello treasured test subjects! We're happy to announce a new patch, fresh from the testing facility. Our goal has been to stabilise multiplayer and enhance the player experience - We're happy to bring forward a few small improvements today.
This 1....
Beta v1.09
Date: 2025-12-16 13:39:25
Hello test subjects!
We've just put a build (v1.09) up on the Beta branch (password: dodrugsnothugs).
It has another fix for non-host players leaving mid-match. Previously the player's character despawned once the player left, but not anymore. In...
Hotfix 1.08
Date: 2025-12-11 13:01:39
Hello, treasured test subjects!We’ve prepared a small patch today that tidies up a couple of issues reported last night.
Here’s what’s included in Hotfix v1.08: • Soft lock fix when non-host players leave
We resolved a problem where lobbies could be...
Patch v1.07
Date: 2025-12-10 19:06:52
Hello, treasured test subjects!
We’ve been working through your reports and have prepared a new update focused on improving stability and usability across the board.
Here’s what’s included in Patch v1.07:Improved multiplayer stability
Several issue...
Patch v1.05
Date: 2025-12-09 14:39:38
UPDATE v1.05
Hello, treasured test subjects!
Your continued compliance has been invaluable. Thanks for your support and feedback, we’re rolling out a fresh dose of improvements for your… well-being.
Here’s what’s been administered in Patch v1.0...
10000 Patients have participated
Date: 2025-11-23 13:01:22
Hello, treasured test subjects!We’re pleased to announce that SIDE EFFECTS has officially sold 10,000 copies. Thank you so much for your continued participation and for providing the invaluable feedback that keeps this experiment moving forward.In re...
Side Effects is out today!
Date: 2025-11-21 16:35:30
Side Effects is out today!
Hello, treasured test subjects!The day of the trial is finally here. Side Effects is out now!!!As well as the solo player mode from the demo, the final version of Side Effects has online multiplayer for up to 4 test subject...
Side Effects gets multiplayer, launching 21st November!
Date: 2025-11-11 16:56:42
Hello, treasured test subjects! We've got big news today: Side Effects has a release date and it’s super soon! We’ll be launching on the 21st of November!On top of that, we can also finally reveal that the game will not only have a solo player mode b...
Our demo is in the Steam Next Fest!
Date: 2025-10-13 19:10:22
Hello, treasured test subjects!Just a small update for you today – Side Effects is in the Steam Next Fest! Our new updated demo (new mechanics, visuals, and basically a lot closer to the launch version than the itch.io version) is appearing as part o...
Demo Version 0.91
Date: 2025-10-09 15:22:29
Dear Patients,We’re pleased to announce a small but potent dose of improvements has been administered to Side Effects! This update refines several treatments and introduces a few new adjustments to help stabilize your gameplay vitals. Please review t...
‘Side Effects’ Steam demo out now!
Date: 2025-10-03 18:56:43
Hello, treasured test subjects
I’m happy to report that after a lot of hard work from our dedicated team of researchers,
the new demo for our ‘Buckshot Roulette x Big Pharma’ game Side Effects is available to play on Steam!
It comes with new mech...
