Run your cozy farm shop, feed your animals, sell goods, fulfill small orders from the Harmony Tree to fill the island with life again.
Latest Updates from Our Project:
📢 Update on the Physical Version & New Patch for Sugardew Island is coming!
about 1 year ago
– Thu, Mar 20, 2025 at 02:57:27 AM
Hello dear backers! 🌿
We have some important updates for you, especially regarding the physical version of the game and the latest patch for Nintendo Switch.
📦 Shipping of the Physical Version
We spoke with the fulfillment company to understand why some packages have already arrived while others are still delayed. They explained that shipping times are significantly longer for countries outside the EU. This also includes the UK, as it is no longer part of the EU after Brexit. Please be patient – your packages are on the way!
At the very moment we are writing this Kickstarter news, the first users from the UK are reporting that the physical version has arrived.
A Kickstarter supporter wrote in the comments
📜 Missing Stickers & Posters
As you may have noticed, the company that produces the retail boxes has forgotten the posters and stickers.
Production of the bonus items is expected to be completed by the middle of next week. After that, they will be shipped to Germany and then forwarded to you by the fulfillment company. Once again, deliveries to non-EU countries may take longer.
🎮 Latest Patch for Nintendo Switch!
We have submitted a new patch to Nintendo (to be released in a few days) that contains several important fixes and improvements:
💠Bug Fixes & Gameplay Improvements
Important cutscene fixes – A bug at the Harmony Tree that prevented progress after the cutscene has been fixed.
Tool recovery – If a rare issue causes a tool to be lost, it can now be restored at the workbench.
Farm shop balancing – Improvements to the selling process, including a Sugardew bonus based on shopkeeping level.
Energy warning adjusted – Now appears earlier but does not stay active permanently.
🎮 Controls & UI
D-Pad support for item selection – Plus, a new shortcut button for energy bars.
🎨 Visual & Audio Improvements
Reworked rain and lighting effects for a more atmospheric environment.
New & adjusted sounds for a better overall experience.
🐛 Various Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue with island animals – They now only drop seeds once per day.
Tool charging & animations optimized – Shorter watering animation & reduced charge time for tools.
Fixed incorrect hints & translations.
Various minor bugs & crashes fixed that caused issues in certain situations.
Sugardew Island: 📦 Physical Version Issue, 🎮 First Patch, 🚀 Sales Numbers!
about 1 year ago
– Thu, Mar 13, 2025 at 07:47:02 AM
Hey everyone,
We have a few important updates regarding Sugardew Island!
📦 Physical Version Missing Poster & Stickers
Unfortunately, the manufacturing company forgot to include the exclusive content (posters and stickers 😥), despite it being clearly stated on the physical edition. We received the physical versions today and realized the mistake.
We are already in discussions with the company to find a solution and will update all backers as soon as possible.
🎨 Cosmetic Item Code Issues
A few players have reported issues redeeming their cosmetic items. However, we haven’t found a clear pattern yet, as different users are experiencing errors with different items. If you are having trouble, please try the following when entering your code:
Enter everything in capital letters.
The letter “S” may be confused with the number “5” (and vice versa).
The letter “B” may be mistaken for “8” (and vice versa).
If your code still doesn’t work, please reach out to us via DM, and we’ll help you directly!
🎮 First Patch Released on Nintendo Switch
We’ve just released the first patch for Nintendo Switch, fixing a variety of bugs and improving overall stability.
But we are currently working hard on the following things:
Sometimes a tool disappears, apparently after using the Workbench.
On the Nintendo Switch, the character can no longer be controlled and it disappears after watching the Harmony Tree cutscene.
Keybinding for PC User
The second bug only occurs on Nintendo Switch, and since we haven’t been able to reproduce it internally, we have assigned an external team to investigate the issue. We will keep you updated as we receive more information.
If you encounter any issues, please report them via our Feedback & Bug Tracker. It’s quick and helps us improve the game.
🚀 Charts & Sales Numbers for Sugardew Island
The reviews for Sugardew Island have been mixed. On Steam, 65% of players enjoy the game, appreciating its relaxing and straightforward gameplay. Meanwhile, 35% find it too simple, and we completely understand that perspective.
We’d like to share a quick breakdown of sales across different platforms:
Nintendo Switch (Digital): 50%
Nintendo Switch (Physical): 25%
Steam: 18%
PS5: 7%
PS4: Less than 1%
Here’s where our Steam players are coming from:
United States: 33%
Germany: 23%
Japan: 9%
UK: 5%
France: 4%
On the Nintendo Switch, Japan leads in sales, followed by the United States and Germany.
In Germany, we have entered the Nintendo Switch eShop charts.
It's Time! Sugardew Island is Here! 🌿✨
about 1 year ago
– Fri, Mar 07, 2025 at 06:04:41 AM
Hey everyone,
The day has finally arrived – Sugardew Island is officially out! 🎉 We are absolutely thrilled to share this cozy adventure with you. Whether you're tending to your farm, running your shop, or bonding with the adorable animals, we hope you find joy and relaxation in every moment on Sugardew Island.
This journey wouldn’t have been possible without your incredible support. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you! Your belief in this project, your patience, and your excitement have meant everything to us. We can’t wait to see your farms flourish, your shops thrive, and your stories unfold.
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🎁 Your Rewards
All remaining digitals Kickstarter Rewards have been sent to you within a few minutes, if you have not received an email from Backerkit, please check your spam folder or be patient, this can take up to 2 hours.
☝ Nintendo Switch USA Backer: An Important Note for Switch Backers in the US!
Now, we need to address something important. As much as we wish this update was all excitement and good news, we’ve hit a snag.
We ordered the Switch keys for Sugardew Island from Nintendo a few days ago, they are usually ready in 48 hours from Nintendo. But unfortunately, they are currently stuck in the system on Nintendo's side.
We worked through the night trying to resolve this, reaching out to Nintendo multiple times. We have received all other Switch keys, Europe, Australia and Asia, but the 300 US region keys are still missing.
The Nintendo Switch keys for SDI USA have been hanging in the system for days. This only affects backers from the USA for the Nintendo Switch.
💉 Our Solution: A Temporary Fix
We understand how eager you are to start playing, and we’re doing everything we can to get those keys to you. From our past Kickstarter campaigns, we’ve seen that not all backers claim their keys immediately. Often, many people start playing a few days or even weeks later.
As a temporary solution, we’re using a portion of our press keys. These are keys we reserved for press & content creator purposes, and we have about 150 of them available, so only about half of what we need!
Here’s how it works: You’ll receive an email from Backerkit with a special URL instead of a product key. When you follow this link, you can claim a key from our pool of 150 press keys. Only when you click to claim a key will it be assigned to you.
Our hope is that this will be enough for those who are ready to dive in over the weekend. For anyone else, rest assured, we’re expecting the full batch of keys next week, and we’ll send them out immediately 👍.
This way, we hope to minimize any delays and ensure that everyone can start playing as soon as possible.
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📦 Physical Edition Shipping Update
The physical version of the game is already on its way! Official release is March 14. We hope you receive your copies in time! 🎮
What about the hand-signed versions?
Since we need to receive the physical copies first (and all team members live in different parts of Germany), we’ll sign them as soon as possible.
BUT: All backers who pledged for a hand-signed copy will receive a digital key on release day, so you can start playing immediately! 💜
🎉 Sugardew Island - only a few days left until release!
about 1 year ago
– Wed, Mar 05, 2025 at 05:02:36 AM
Hey Sugardew Island Backers 👋,
The big day is almost here! Sugardew Island officially launches on March 7 at 3:00 PM (Germany) 9:00 AM (EST, USA) 6:00 AM (PST, USA) 2:00 PM (UK)
The physical version of the game for Nintendo Switch and PS5 will be released on March 14. The Xbox version (digital only) will unfortunately be released a little later.
We can’t wait for you to experience the full version! 🚀
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Improvements Since Early Access
Thanks to your feedback, we’ve made some quality-of-life improvements:
Chilis now drop correctly
Energy bars can now be crafted (2 wheat + 1 carrot)
Energy bars are now cheaper (250 → 125)
Players start with more energy bars (3 → 6)
Watering animation has been shortened
Tool charging time reduced from 1 second to 0.66 seconds per level
You can now hold the button for Axe & Hammer to keep using them!
Sprinting and precision mode are now permanently visible (many players didn’t realize these existed!)
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Physical Edition Shipping Update 📦
The physical version of the game starts shipping from Europe today (Wednesday, March 5)! Official release is March 14. We hope you receive your copies in time! 🎮
What about the hand-signed versions?
Since we need to receive the physical copies first (and all team members live in different parts of Germany), we’ll sign them as soon as possible.
BUT: All backers who pledged for a hand-signed copy will receive a digital key on release day, so you can start playing immediately! 💜
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When Do I Get My Product Key? 🔑
All backers will receive their keys on March 7, right when the game goes live! 🎉
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💰 Final Pricing & Free Supporter Pack
As we mentioned in our last update, the final price of the game will be $16.99. There’s also an optional Supporter Pack for $4.99. All Kickstarter backers will receive the Supporter Pack for free as a thank-you! 🎁
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📀 Sugardew Island Demo + 💰 Final Pricing & Supporter Pack
about 1 year ago
– Thu, Feb 20, 2025 at 07:43:30 AM
Hey Sugardew Island Backers 👋!
We have some important updates to share regarding the game's pricing and an exciting announcement about Steam Next Fest demo!
Please don't forget to join our Discord if you have any questions, feedback or suggestions.
💰 Final Pricing & Supporter Pack
After careful analysis and discussions with our partner SilverLining, we have finalized the standard edition price of Sugardew Island at €16.99. This decision was made to keep the game affordable while staying competitive with similar farming games, which are often priced around €19.99.
To make sure all Kickstarter backers receive additional value, we’re introducing a Supporter Pack priced at €4.99, but don’t worry!
☝ All Kickstarter backers will receive the Supporter Pack for free as a thank-you for your amazing support.
The Supporter Pack includes cosmetic items and will be available as a DLC on Steam and the Nintendo eShop. In the end, this means that Kickstarter backers who pledged for the game (originally set at €22) will receive the equivalent of €16.99 + €4.99 worth of content, ensuring that you get the best deal!
We want to be as transparent as possible and would love to hear your thoughts. If you have any feedback, feel free to share it with us on Discord!
In this demo, you can experience all the latest features and get a first impression of the island. Enjoy the cozy daily life, explore the surroundings, and dive into the gameplay. The demo ends at the end of Day 7 – so make the most of your time and discover as much as you can!
What to Expect in the Demo: 🔹 All current features of Sugardew Island 🔹 7 in-game days full of exploration and possibilities 🔹 A charming world to discover at your own pace
We'd love to hear your feedback! Share your experiences, impressions, and suggestions with us! If you find any bugs, feel free to report them directly using this form:
13th century Mongolia is the home of history’s best horse riders. The land is beautiful and vast, full of wonders and intriguing tales to uncover. Be prepared for harsh climates, steep cliffs, and amazing landscapes. Keep yourself and your nomad camp safe from danger by strategically planning your delivery routes across the wide steppes, over snowy peaks or through the scorching desert. Expertly navigate the wilderness to reduce risk of diseases, injuries, and threats to your camp.
