Urban Ascend

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• Patch Notes·14 Apr 2026Official

  Urban Ascend Patch 1.6 Now Live!

  This update reorganizes display settings and gives you more control over how the game looks on your screen.New and Updated Display OptionsWindow ScaleCycle through size presets (x1, x1.5, x2, etc.)Disabled when Integer Scale is activeFullscreenMoved into Display SettingsWorks correctly with Integer ScaleTurning fullscreen off returns to your previous scale modePixelateSwitches to sharp pixel edges instead of smooth scalingInteger ScaleAutomatically selects the largest clean zoom that fits your screenRemoves blur caused by fractional scalingReplaces the previous always-on pixel scaling system with a toggleable optionText OutlineAdjust outline thickness for all text in real timeRange from 0 (no outline) to 6 (heavy outline)Gives you control over readability and visual styleThis update makes display settings easier to manage while giving you more flexibility to fine-tune how the game looks.
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• Patch Notes·7 Apr 2026Official

  Patch 1.5 is Now Live!

  This update adds a new system to help you understand and optimize your city, along with stability and UI improvements.City Tips (Brand New Feature)New “City Tips” button added to the UIOpens a ranked advisor panel with up to 5 prioritized suggestionsHighlights production stalls, housing shortages, supply gaps, service deficits, and available researchHelps you quickly see what is holding your city backBug FixesFixed “City Founded” message reappearing on reloadFixed crash related to residential traffic on map loadFixed camera scrolling into empty space beyond map boundariesVisual ChangesRemoved text outlines for a cleaner and sharper UIThis update gives you clearer direction when optimizing your city while improving stability and overall polish.
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• Patch Notes·5 Apr 2026Official

  Patch 1.4 is Now Live!

  This update focuses on making the game feel more responsive and improving visual clarity across different screen setups.Smoother Building FlowNewly unlocked buildings now appear instantly in the palette, even if it’s already openNo need to close and reopen the menu to access themMap Scrolling Fix (Ultrawide)Fixed an issue where camera movement could freeze on ultrawide monitorsEdge scrolling no longer conflicts with keyboard movementDisplay: Integer Scaling Game now scales using clean whole-number increments (1×, 2×, 3×, 4×)Eliminates blur from fractional scaling on 4K and non-standard resolutionsFixes jagged text issues on certain laptop displaysCanvas is centered with black bars where needed for consistent visualsThis update improves moment-to-moment responsiveness and ensures the game looks sharp across all screen types.
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• Patch Notes·5 Apr 2026Official

  Patch 1.3: New Guided Gameplay Mode

  This update introduces a new way to learn the game while improving clarity across progression and systems.Guided Play Mode (New)Choose between Guided Play and Free Play when startingGuided Play walks you through building your first production chain step-by-stepCovers core infrastructure, services, residents, governance, and agricultureIncidents are paused during the guide so you can focus on buildingProgress tracking and clear, readable instructions throughoutEnds with a “City Founded!” moment and direction on what to do nextClearer Progression FeedbackNewly unlocked buildings now appear immediately in the palette the moment they unlockNo delay between the unlock notification and the building becoming availableIncidents CleanupRemoved misleading incidents that suggested emergency buildings could resolve themSystems now reflect how the game actually worksThis update makes early gameplay more structured for new players while keeping Free Play unchanged for those who prefer the freedom it offers.
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• Patch Notes·4 Apr 2026Official

  Patch 1.2 Now Live!

  This update focuses on improving visibility while building and giving you quick control over how you play.Cleaner Building PlacementUI now hides while placing buildings so you can clearly see the mapHUD, palette, and tooltips return immediately after placement or cancelDisplay OptionsAdded Full Screen toggle to the Options menuInstantly switch between full screen and windowed mode
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