Overwork Empire — patch notes and updates
Stored observation / content update:
Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
|---|---|---|
| Updated on May 24, 2026 | 2026-05-24 | 1. Modified the skill card usage method to now use the card by clicking on the target. 2. Optimized card editing; if a replaced card no longer meets the requirements, it will automatically be added to the inventory. |
| May 2, 2026 — Update Notes | 2026-05-02 | 1. Fixed a bug where the tutorial guide persisted after placing an employee. 2. Fixed a bug where the time cost for skipped projects was not added correctly after a battle. |
| April 29, 2026 — Update Notes (Construction Guide) | 2026-04-29 | Add a guide to prompt players on how to proceed during construction. |
| 2026.4.27 Update Notes (Added option to skip after combat) | 2026-04-27 | You can skip the work phase after obtaining cards at the end of a battle. |
| 2026.4.27 Update Notes | 2026-04-27 | 1. Certain buildings can be significantly expanded using a drag-and-drop method. 2. To upgrade a leader, long-press the button to advance them by one level. |
| Major gameplay adjustments | 2026-02-01 | Card group editingThe card decks have been adjusted. Different management can only use card decks of corresponding colors.For example, if the boss's card deck is orange and black, you can only equip him with orange attack cards and black universal cards.Cards are also further divided into carried cards, which need to be used in conjunction with regular cards. During battle, if a character carries multiple regular cards, you need to click to switch that card.Battle flowThere will only be one battle per year. When the company's morale drops to 0, all employees will flee. Employees who leave the company will resign immediately and will not retur |