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Changelog - IT Specialist Simulator

Public changelog for IT Specialist Simulator.

IT Specialist Simulator

2026-09-07

EA 1.4.0 - Programming Festival

Pinned

Added

  • Optional programming tasks covering Python, databases and the Flask framework
  • Developer Mode for creating and testing programs without regular tasks
  • Support for creating web and desktop applications using simulated Python, Flask, JavaScript, HTML and CSS
  • Special itsim libraries that allow player created programs to work with the in game file system, devices and network
  • Git version control and the GitForge repository platform
  • Pixel Code Studio with a project explorer, file tabs, project templates, syntax highlighting, debugging panels, breakpoints, IntelliSense and an interactive terminal
  • The ability to package player created applications as standalone executable files and transfer them to other computers
  • A programming course covering Python, Git, HTML and the basics of Flask
  • SQLite and PostgreSQL databases
  • Environment variables and program lookup through Path in the simulated computer system
  • Server group creation, group properties, user search, group membership management and primary group selection
  • The ability to reset server user passwords, excluding the IT Manager account
  • A server documentation website with information required for server related tasks
  • New ForumHelp threads about domain users and intermittent network connectivity
  • A Software Developer statistic that contributes to the player's main title
  • A desktop context menu for accessing available desktop actions
  • File Explorer properties and a related Control Panel option
  • The Security Pixel Scanner application for diagnosing servers and detecting threats and vulnerabilities
  • The ability to create ZIP archives from files and folders
  • Options for displaying hidden files, hidden folders and file extensions

Changed

  • File Explorer can now open Python scripts directly in Pixel Code Studio
  • Terminal and PowerShall can now run Python scripts and use a shared command system
  • Terminal now supports BAT files launched in the current window, a new window or in the background
  • Additional network information is displayed on computer desktops outside Hard difficulty
  • Folder creation tasks now accept valid capitalization variants of required folder names
  • The Create a new user task now provides clearer guidance about the password policy
  • RCP tasks are no longer assigned by an HR department employee to reduce confusion about the target device
  • The task hint button is now larger, more visible and displayed in a clearer location
  • Requirements for the Mid IT Specialist title were increased by 10 percent
  • Requirements for the Senior IT Specialist title were increased by 15 percent
  • Selected drivers can now be disabled and may appear operational while frozen
  • New and existing saves can choose whether programming related tasks should be enabled
  • Save cover screenshots are no longer captured automatically when ending the day

Fixed

  • Fixed a crash caused by searching for devices such as an RCP, switch or router in the browser
  • Improved device, network adapter, routing and addressing performance
  • Reduced unnecessary memory allocations and the risk of short gameplay stutters
  • Improved the responsiveness of windowed applications
  • Added the correct network addressing information to the warehouse printer PDF
  • Fixed the BIOS displaying a statically assigned date
  • Fixed office printer addresses incorrectly opening the RCP page in the browser
  • Fixed websites remaining available when DNS settings were incorrect
  • Optimized the day and night cycle and device clocks
  • Fixed an issue that prevented players from leaving the computer network cable view
  • Fixed deletion of cloud data from the tablet
  • Fixed an issue that could leave the player stuck at a computer during the Intro level
  • Fixed PayApp displaying an account balance without an internet connection
  • Fixed phone number and address tasks assigning data to the wrong user
  • Server task emails are now removed after their tasks are completed
  • Fixed mouse controls in the Intro level and a locker inventory slot
  • Fixed the warehouse ceiling disappearing
  • Fixed installed computer applications being saved incorrectly
  • Printer power controls now follow the player's configured key bindings
  • Added missing translations and corrected selected names, Russian characters and interface terminology
  • Fixed the mouse cursor sometimes failing to appear when using certain devices
  • Downloaded PDF files now open correctly
  • Improved validation for network, terminal and programming tasks, including multiple open terminals, different game languages and older save files
  • Improved tablet authentication messages when entering a code
  • Fixed a tutorial issue that could block progress after opening a downloaded PDF
  • Reduced unnecessary hint refreshes and repetitive background operations
  • Added further networking, routing, stability and performance improvements

2026-06-25

EA 1.3.0 - Holiday update

Added

  • Server Manager
  • Server Users and Computers (AD)
  • New Surfix web browser
  • New browser feature: Favorite websites
  • Added a download location path in browser settings
  • Added a download preview window in the browser
  • New website: Bujok_Store – an online store where you can purchase items such as patch cables, USB drives, and more.
  • Package system – every order now arrives in a package that the player must collect from the warehouse and bring to the new dedicated desk in the IT Room.
  • New desk in the IT Room – a specialized workstation where players can not only open packages but will also repair equipment in future updates.
  • New package tracking website.
  • We know some of you have definitely forgotten your in-game bank account PIN! That's why it is now possible to reset your PayApp PIN (tablet application).
  • New game settings:
  • Disable camera effect animations while running
  • Disable camera animations while walking

Changed

  • Firewall – added an option on the server to enable or disable the firewall for the Domain profile
  • Firewall – added an option on the server to allow applications through the firewall
  • Task-related emails are now automatically removed once the task is completed
  • The welcome screen at game launch now appears only the first time the game is started
  • The login format for all computers has been changed from local login to domain login: .xxxx -> [xxxx@storage.local](mailto:xxxx@storage.local). Login authentication now depends on the user's settings on the server. If the account is disabled or locked, login will not be possible.
  • Server maintenance (including VPN maintenance) has been moved from Day 4 to Day 7 – a large number of players were not reading emails, causing the planned in-game event to be frequently reported as a bug
  • VirusPlus website: now displays the number of items currently in the shopping cart
  • Every website now loads each page element individually instead of using the previous traditional page loading system
  • Several forum threads have been updated
  • ForumHelp is now powered by a custom-built CMS system
  • We have completely redesigned the tutorial. It now looks much better and clearly indicates what actions need to be performed in order to progress.
  • Task generation chances have been adjusted due to the addition of new server-related tasks. The current distribution is as follows:
  • Computer - 51.11%
  • Server - 17.78%
  • Office Printer - 11.11%
  • RCP - 8.89%
  • Switch - 4.44%
  • Access Point - 4.44%
  • Router - 2.22%

Fixed

  • Fixed OScypek Task Manager tasks that required enabling all CPU cores
  • Fixed an issue related to the office printer task
  • IP addressing now displays correctly
  • Added a missing translation for the "Devices & Bluetooth" text in system settings
  • The warehouse printer had an incorrect IP address for tasks, making them impossible to complete
  • Fixed adding items to favorites on the VirusPlus Shop website
  • USB driver categories in the browser now work correctly
  • Improved the appearance of the "I Forgot My PIN" button in PayApp
  • Account information is now displayed correctly in account settings
  • Copying text now properly supports colored fonts
  • Fixed a TV startup issue where the assigned launch key was not updated and still displayed the default "P" key
  • Added the missing translation in the Intro level related to the Network application
  • Added hover animations for the BACK and REFRESH buttons and changed the font size from a fixed 21 to a flexible size (14–18 depending on the selected language)
  • Fixed an issue with map movement speed relative to mouse movement
  • Fixed the Notes view where the divider bar overlapped note text
  • Fixed the ability to minimize the browser during the Intro level
  • In FREE MODE, the server in the task generator application did not have a name assigned
  • PDF text highlighting was offset – this issue has now been resolved
  • The hint in the RCP task involving an incorrect date was difficult to read. The way IP addresses are displayed has been changed
  • Not all firewall button hover animations were functioning correctly – this has been fixed
  • The "Save" button on the switch/router page now updates immediately when a letter is changed in a field.
  • After loading a save, the game could lose references to the LEDs in routers and switches, causing them to stop blinking. This has been fixed.
  • Improved player movement.
  • Added a new font dedicated to network ports.
  • While using a computer, pressing CTRL + R and walking away from the computer at the same time could automatically focus a text field. This has been fixed.
  • Fixed an issue where the system color selection was not being saved correctly. The selected color was visible, but reopening the settings would show the previously selected color. If you click a wallpaper, the color assigned to that wallpaper will be applied automatically. This is intentional behavior and not a bug.
  • Fixed a task that could incorrectly award 56 experience points. The reward has been reduced to the correct value.
  • Improved minimap rendering. The player's position now updates correctly in Ghost Mode as well.
  • Fixed the position of some computers during animations.
  • Fixed an issue with monitor settings. If you were in a different view than the menu and clicked the monitor settings button again, UI views could overlap.
  • Improved virus detection in the VirusPlus application and fixed related tasks.
  • The context menu in the "Network Connections" application now works correctly.
  • Fixed an issue where the mouse cursor did not align correctly with the minimap.

2026-03-18

EA 1.2.0 - Spring update

Added

  • Quick Access Inventory – 6 inventory slots available during key gameplay moments
  • “Damaged” attribute for patch cords
  • Device Manager with the ability to install and uninstall drivers, including launching via terminal and PowerShell (devmgmt.msc)
  • Driver download websites: oscypek.com (system and drivers), mvideo.com (graphics), realdeck.com (bluetooth, network, audio), intech.com (CPU and iGPU), eerox.com (printers)
  • DNS system for devices – incorrect configuration may cause apps and websites to stop working
  • PayApp improvements: payments via code and app personalization
  • Image Viewer – viewing and downloading images from the internet and emails
  • ZIP file extraction application
  • New file types: PNG, ZIP, INF, PDF (including PNG in email attachments)
  • New emails and downloadable PDF files
  • Ability to change the computer name
  • New “Information” section in Settings → System
  • New “Bluetooth & Devices” category in Settings
  • Printer system: installation, management, test printing, print queue, picking up printed documents, new printer in the warehouse
  • Ability to select and copy text in selected elements (email, forum, PDF)
  • New main page for the event log
  • UI notifying about leveling up
  • Menu music
  • Access to settings from Level 1
  • Visual artifacts when graphics drivers are damaged
  • Teleport to warehouse from the pause menu
  • New CMD commands: devmgmt.msc, chkdsk, mkdir, netsh, shutdown, tracert, weather, wmic, python (experimental), ipconfig /renew
  • New PowerShell commands: devmgmt.msc, TaskManager, wmic, weather
  • New tasks related to driver installation and printer management
  • DLC “Supporter Pack” – additional content supporting game development (no gameplay advantage)
  • DLC “Supporter Pack” – Aquarium with a fish that requires feeding and care
  • DLC “Supporter Pack” – 4 additional player avatars
  • DLC “Supporter Pack” – 4 additional wallpapers for PC and tablet
  • DLC “Supporter Pack” – Additional PayApp customization options (3 wallpapers, 2 startup colors)
  • DLC “Supporter Pack” – Supporter status displayed in game statistics
  • New Steam achievements

Changed

  • Experience system: Level 2 – 30 XP, Level 3 – 55 XP, each next level +25 XP (formula: 30 + (level - 2) * 25)
  • Tasks are now assigned based on experience level
  • TV in the intro now requires channel scanning, tutorial updated, viewing task time reduced by 30%
  • Wiki procedures updated and margins added
  • Updated content in selected emails
  • Refreshed menu background and Level 1 (Junior IT Support) visuals
  • Map colors now depend on device type
  • Patch cords can now be damaged and are handled via the quick access inventory
  • LAN network now supports damaged patch cords
  • Free play mode starts at level 100

Fixed

  • Email application now uses cache – no longer reloads all messages
  • Improved map performance
  • Fixed system shutdown button
  • Improved buttons in PayApp and Application Store
  • Fixed display of long paths and folder names
  • Fixed issue with closing apps on tablet while looking at a monitor
  • Fixed “Error No Network” button opening network settings correctly
  • Fixed crash caused by ping command (-m 100)
  • Improved terminal command history navigation
  • Fixed printer UI (labels no longer behave like buttons)
  • Fixed translation issues
  • Improved room lighting
  • Fixed authentication app input field
  • Fixed RCP startup sequence and eye protection behavior
  • Fixed blur being enabled on game start in “Junior IT Support”

2025-12-17

EA 1.1.0 - new game mode

Added

  • From now on, when a USB flash drive is connected to a USB port, it is displayed as a physical object connected to the USB ports. Additionally, it indicates the exact port it is plugged into.
  • A navigation option has been added to tasks - the game highlights the device referenced in the task.
  • For the Run, Terminal, and Powershall applications, appropriate commands have been added to launch the Task Manager.
  • Monitor settings have been added - we decided to introduce dedicated monitor settings. We did not see this request in any survey, email, or forum post, but we chose to add this option anyway.
  • Tablet - Notes application. You can save notes such as passwords or problem solutions.
  • Task Manager application added - if an application freezes, for example during a system scan, you can now close it.
  • A coffee machine has been added - currently it does not have any meaningful function.
  • The option to finish the day from 3:00 PM via an early exit (items must be left in the locker). The player receives a penalty of 20 reputation points for leaving work early. This is a good option for players who need to end their session suddenly and save the game.
  • A new website for calculating subnet masks has been added.
  • Japanese and Korean languages have been added.
  • The option to disconnect WiFi on the tablet has been added.
  • An animation for ending the day has been added.
  • 12 new tasks have been added, including tasks related to access points and monitors, along with several task updates.
  • The computer model has been slightly modified - in the future it will feature a fully detailed interior, which will also lead to new types of tasks related to, for example, RAM and the battery.
  • In the game, you may notice that some models look different from others. We are in the process of replacing models and graphics. Previously, objects had a flat color applied
  • the new models will feature hand-painted textures.

Changed

  • The AP login page has received a visual update.
  • The AP page has been updated with new features and tabs.
  • The task preview layout has been changed.
  • A second row of links has been added to the browser to expand information about in-game websites. The user workstation still has only one row of links.
  • The jobbly link leading to an external website now displays an appropriate message before opening.
  • All tasks now have a new hint type. In some tasks, the hint becomes available after a certain amount of time.
  • The ForumHelp thread related to subnet mask calculation has been expanded.
  • The restart button on the RCP disappears when it cannot be used.
  • The penalty for not returning items to the locker (theft) has been increased from 50 to 70 reputation points.
  • The animation for exiting to the menu (option with save loss) has been sped up.
  • Task hints become available after 30% of the task time has elapsed.

Fixed

  • Fixed the display of settings in the BIOS - some elements disappeared on the first entry into the settings.
  • One of the PDA thresholds in player statistics was displayed incorrectly.
  • Two printer-related tasks were checking the condition incorrectly. The issue was that the game compared the first three octets with the full IP address, which is incorrect.
  • The RCP could be restarted multiple times at the same moment.
  • Code improvements in several applications.
  • Code improvements in the RCP.

2025-11-21

EA 1.0.9 - Hotfix

Added

  • The computer now assigns default values for the BootMenu on startup
  • Added a Pause button - to start your break, you need to press the button!
  • Added a warning about exiting the game if a link opens a real web browser

Changed

  • Updated the help descriptions for 10 tasks - now they explain step by step what needs to be done
  • The Mail app now starts without displaying any emails
  • emails only appear after clicking a specific category
  • Reduced the number of generated job offers by 75%
  • On Easy difficulty, the SLA for each task has been extended by 3 hours

Fixed

  • The labels next to the RJ45 ports now display correctly.
  • The 99% loading screen bug should no longer occur.

2025-11-20

EA 1.0.7 - Early Access

Added

  • Two new tasks related to permissions and folder creation
  • Added a new achievement
  • Added player inventory save
  • Added a try{} block to secure the task-generation function

Changed

  • The chance of Router and Switch tasks has been reduced by 50%
  • The chance of computer-related tasks has been increased by 10%
  • The duration of the in-game day has been shortened by approximately 5 minutes
  • Tutorial - after connecting the USB drive, the player must enter My Computer instead of simply opening Explorer (translation update)
  • Tasks no longer generate in the "End Of The Day" menu
  • Time now stops during teleportation and in the "End Of The Day" menu
  • Tasks:
  • Task_IpSmallMistake - this task changed only for players on the hard difficulty
  • an equivalent version has now been added for all other levels

Fixed

  • Antivirus - if the player turns off the computer while a scan is running, the application will now correctly close
  • The day counter now increases properly
  • Fixed an issue with the tutorial when completing a task or when connecting to Wi-Fi
  • System notifications now clear when the computer is shut down
  • Fixed a typo in the city name Hannover
  • Fixed an issue where the status of the public network connection was not displayed in the Firewall
  • Added a delay in the tutorial step "check the device on the map"
  • Hamster - fixed the UI mask not being removed when the player disconnects the USB drive during file upload
  • Fixed correct FPS limit settings across scenes
  • The player would crouch after teleporting or after the end of the day (23:00) if they were previously standing
  • Tasks:
  • IPAddressBug - fixed step validation
  • the computer now shuts down properly when this task is created
  • Task_AddressMaskProblem - now generates correctly
  • Task_AddressChangeIP - now generates correctly
  • Task_IPAddressBug - fixed an issue where only part of the task was generated
  • Fixed uninstalling applications when the AppStore is disabled
  • Fixed task generation and added a loop to prevent task generation from breaking
  • Fixed task source codes

2025-11-15

EA 1.0.5 - Streamer & YouTuber Version and Demo Update

Added

  • The number of tasks for this version is: 57
  • Teleporting the player to the end of the day after 23:00
  • Penalty for not returning items and not leaving work on time (23:00)
  • Second part of the tutorial around 21:30
  • Changing the descriptions of RJ socket ports in the computer cloning editor
  • Job title added to the save list
  • Option to skip the tutorial (Full version)
  • After deleting system files, the computer shuts down
  • Added the PayApp application
  • Added Avocado threads

Changed

  • RJ45 port descriptions disappear if the selected difficulty is anything other than Easy
  • Time during the tutorial stops after 19:00
  • The tutorial field changes its position and color in the pause menu
  • Corrected Jack Morus's email address
  • SaveManager: changed the way currentLevel and titleJob are saved in the header file
  • Improved the player interface

Fixed

  • Pressing P would shut down the computer while typing in the PowerShare console
  • Refreshing patch cords after loading a save
  • Ability to assign ComputerVariables in the task database to RCP/Printers
  • Saving items in the locker
  • Fixed a bug that allowed ending the day right after it ended (removing interaction/teleporting the player)
  • The F12 key now disables at the correct moment, preventing screenshots while entering the BIOS
  • Fixed the RCP task - the title and description were swapped
  • The pallets on the warehouse's right ramp have been illuminated
  • Router task - no internet issue did not appear immediately
  • it waited for the email to be read, so the player might not know about the problem
  • Changes to end-of-day flow - the player is now informed when the save is being created
  • Fixed a bug where the Enable/Disable (computer) message appeared after loading the game
  • Double confirmation prompt for the del command

2025-11-04

EA 1.0.4 - Tasks - bug fixes

Added

  • Content - added a new website: https://avocado.dimitalart.pl/
  • Content - added a new application "Avocado" to the application store

Fixed

  • Tasks - tasks should now randomize correctly
  • Computer - fixed a bug with downloading the PDF file

2025-11-03

EA 1.0.2 - Early Access

Changed

  • Message - checking if the save file version matches the installed game version
  • Message - the save will not be saved before the end of the day
  • Save - added game version information to the save file
  • Tool - Game Version Comparer - compares game version numbers and returns whether it is up-to-date / outdated / newer
  • Tool - UnityWindow - internal PixelTeam Red tool for increasing the game version number
  • Tool - UIAnim RectTransform, Image - for creating UI animations
  • Game content

Fixed

  • Mini Map - incorrect device database
  • Mini Map - device mask rendering occurred only after reopening the map
  • Language - fixed the tool for translating entire tags
  • Tutorial - removed delay when opening and closing the cabinet
  • Tutorial - fixed bug where clicking the blue text linking to the ApplicationStore did not advance to the next tutorial step