: When a major zone expansion drops, starting a fresh save file is highly recommended to experience the narrative progression triggers exactly as intended by the developer.

On "Hardcore" difficulty, checkpoint autosaves are completely disabled. You are entirely dependent on Inkshell Stations, and manual saving requires a consumable item called . How to Prevent Progress Loss

If you're experiencing persistent issues, the game's logs are your best friend. Access the data path from the "About" button on the main menu's second page. From there, you can find the most recent crash log file and share it with the developer for diagnosis. For players in regions with connectivity issues (such as China, where Itch.io may be blocked), the game may fail to connect for version checks, leading to errors. In such cases, bypassing the connection check or using a VPN may resolve the issue.

A: No. Unlocked scenes are saved to the recall menu, but your in-game position, inventory, and stats are only saved when you manually save the game.

To ensure you never lose substantial progress, incorporate these habits into your playthrough:

Medium-term plan (1–6 months)

"Look at them," Halloway gestured to the seething mass of chitin below. "No violence. No gang wars. No shanks. Perfect order. They work for the colony. They protect the Queen. When they die, they become food for the next generation. It’s the most efficient penal system in history. We save money. We save lives. And we save them from themselves."