Death Road to Canada — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
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| Death Road to Canada STOMACH Update | 2026-04-02 | This update again adds tons of content, of all types. There's new locations including 2 new starter locations, 5 rare characters, weapons, gameplay modes, text events, 4 new vehicles with special properties. There are also major reworks to some old content, along with the usual bugfixes. There's so much that it's hard to focus on one thing, but I would like to point out that there's some new changes to City locations! Now you can find interesting setpieces in the cities, to vary those locations a bit. Read more for a full list of changes for this update and quick news on on my next game, Space Dingus! All the way at the bottom of this post, t |
| STOMACH Update Testbranch - Release Candidate (Windows, Mac, Linux) | 2026-04-01 | Last testing! We could even get this out tomorrow, if we get enough feedback. The testing branch at this point will use retail saves, like we normally do for late testing. EDIT 8:22 AM 4/2 - Release Candidate 2 changes posted below. A little pre-launch hotfix, and also to turn console off before launch. The console is turned back on for this testing period, I will turn it off for the launch. Use the ` key to open the console, and then read below for a list of some commands to try out: New locations: to_the_harbour to_the_train to_the_railyard to_the_citadel City Rework Testing: road{ sycacity_test1 }road{ sycacity_test2 }road{ sycacity_test3 |
| STOMACH Update Testbranch #4 (Windows) | 2026-03-03 | This post is another big compilation of recent changes that we haven't posted for awhile. We're wrapping this update up, and testing for bugs. We will launch this likely very early in April. Next up: Linux and Mac testing. The console is turned back on for this testing period. Use the ` key to open the console, and then read below for a list of some commands to try out: New locations: to_the_harbour to_the_train to_the_railyard to_the_citadel City Rework Testing: road{ sycacity_test1 }road{ sycacity_test2 }road{ sycacity_test3 } TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the B |
| STOMACH Update Testbranch #3 (Windows) | 2026-02-19 | Lots of changes this time! We've been updating testing branch, but haven't posted a changelog in a bit. So this post will catch the changelog up for all the recent additions and tweaks. The console is turned back on for this testing period. Use the ` key to open the console, and then read below for a list of some commands to try out: New locations: to_the_train to_the_railyard to_the_citadel City Rework Testing: road{ sycacity_test1 }road{ sycacity_test2 }road{ sycacity_test3 } TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick o |
| STOMACH Update Testbranch #2 (Windows) | 2026-01-19 | More changes for the Testing Branch, still shooting for March or April for the launch. See the new stuff in the Testbranch #2 section, below. It's mostly bugfixes, but also an experimental addition plus a rework for Nimbus Ordeal! The console is turned back on for this testing period. Use the ` key to open the console, and then read below for a list of some commands to try out: New locations: to_the_train to_the_railyard to_the_citadel City Rework Testing: road{ sycacity_test1 }road{ sycacity_test2 }road{ sycacity_test3 } TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas ta |
| STOMACH Update Testbranch begins! (Windows) | 2026-01-06 | There's so much stuff in this update I'm not even going to try to summarize it yet. See below for a list of changes! We're shooting for launching this in March or April, but we're getting testing going early. Also, the console is turned back on for this testing period. Use the ` key to open the console, and then read below for a list of some commands to try out: New locations: to_the_train to_the_railyard to_the_citadel City Rework Testing: road{ sycacity_test1 }road{ sycacity_test2 }road{ sycacity_test3 } TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of |
| Death Road to Canada RETINA Update | 2025-12-02 | EDIT 12/4: One last fix for Linux! Should be fine nowEDIT 12/3 1:24 PM Paciifc: Found the issue with Linux and Mac builds, and posted a fix for now. We had to remove ONE trait from each, so D.I.N.K. is gone for now. This was due to a big bug that involves going over the 32 number limit for perks or traits. It's something we'll have to work on for the next update, STOMACH, so hopefully we can fix it then.Lots of new content in this update, along with tweaks to old content such as perks and traits, and new mechanics added to the heavy "Van" vehicle type. Read more for a full list of changes for this update, a quick update on how Space Dingus is |
| RETINA Update Testbranch #5 (WIN+MAC+LINUX) | 2025-11-13 | A few small tweaks, plus now Linux and Mac are available. We're also switching to Retail saves, so debug access and the console are now off. EDIT 11/17: Updated this testing branch with some additional changes, see below.EDIT 11/18: Tiny changes to fix some extra files.TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick on the dropdown in the top right, and change the Beta Participation branch from "None" to "beta - TESTBRANCH"November 17 HotfixAdjusted weather mode extra food eating to be more text-compactAdjusted weather mode ex |
| RETINA Update Testbranch #4 (WINDOWS) | 2025-11-08 | New art, two new Traits, and some additional changes. Next testbranch, we will get Linux and Mac builds out, and switch the saves to the Retail version.TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick on the dropdown in the top right, and change the Beta Participation branch from "None" to "beta - TESTBRANCH"The console is also turned on for this testing period. Use the ` key to open the console, and then read below for a list of some commands to try out.New Changes for Testbranch #4New art for the new characters, along with ar |
| RETINA Update Testbranch #3 (WINDOWS) | 2025-11-04 | Getting close! Next up we're likely to wrap up any fixes, add some new art, and then get Linux and Mac builds out.TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick on the dropdown in the top right, and change the Beta Participation branch from "None" to "beta - TESTBRANCH"The console is also turned on for this testing period. Use the ` key to open the console, and then read below for a list of some commands to try out.New Changes for Testbranch #3Added a new trait, HyperfixatedAdded Evil Sycamore to the beta branch. From now on, |
| RETINA Update Testbranch #2 (WINDOWS) | 2025-10-30 | Here's another update to the testing branch for the RETINA update! The big things to try out are two new gameplay modes. A little bit more new content may be coming, but mostly we're in the testing phase at this point.TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick on the dropdown in the top right, and change the Beta Participation branch from "None" to "beta - TESTBRANCH"The console is also turned on for this testing period. Use the ` key to open the console, and then read below for a list of some commands to try out.New Chan |
| RETINA Update Testbranch starts now! | 2025-10-25 | It hasn't even been a month since QUADRICEPS, but there's another massive update coming soon, RETINA! More features will be coming, mostly in the form of tweaks, another set of reworks to Bow and Arrow, and new Gameplay Modes.TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick on the dropdown in the top right, and change the Beta Participation branch from "None" to "beta - TESTBRANCH"The console is also turned on for this testing period. Use the ` key to open the console, and then read below for a list of some commands to try out. |
| Death Road to Canada QUADRICEPS Update + Space Dingus Playtest Signups! | 2025-10-06 | QUADRICEP is the biggest Death Road Update in quite awhile! There are lots of big new mechanics and changes. It features 4 new gameplay modes with all new mechanics, and giant reworks to both bows and rifles. There is also a lot of new content, including special characters, weapons, hats, locations, and more! If you like the update, please tell your friends and leave a positive review for the game! We are just on the verge of Overwhelmingly Positive again. It would be incredible to get that.Read below for a full list of changes.This update is all thanks to Professor Sycamore on the Official Discord. Here's a message from the developer of this |
| QUADRICEPS Update PRE-RELEASE (WIN+MAC+LINUX) | 2025-09-25 | Wrapping up. Some art updates, and the beta should now be available for Linux and Mac for final testing. Help us test! With enough testing, we may even be able to get this update out next week, if things go well.TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick on the dropdown in the top right, and change the Beta Participation branch from "None" to "beta - TESTBRANCH"Latest ChangesUPDATE 9/30: Changed an incorrect perk descriptionVarious new artConsole is on longer accessibleBeta branch is now using retail/live saves again, whi |
| QUADRICEPS Update Testing Branch #4 (WINDOWS) | 2025-09-22 | Bugfixes and tweaks. We estimate one or two more testing branch updates, and then we're probably ready to launch!TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick on the dropdown in the top right, and change the Beta Participation branch from "None" to "beta - TESTBRANCH"Latest ChangesKensai nerf: Ranged cooldown penalty is now 80% slower, up from 50%Added 4 new loot table options to Ark's WaresRPG Mode bugfixes, mostly involving bombardierChanged some text, including a spell nameBugfix related to class pickingFixed wording for |
| QUADRICEPS Update Testing Branch #3 (WINDOWS) | 2025-09-18 | Looks like we're now in the small tweaks and fixes phase for the upcoming update. Please help us test out the update, it helps us get it out faster!TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick on the dropdown in the top right, and change the Beta Participation branch from "None" to "beta - TESTBRANCH"Latest ChangesPowerups can now drop in RPG modeSEVERE WEATHER Mode ChangesWeather can affect the cars startingEating penalties added for "staying warm"Streaks added for the new modesIcons added for the new modes4 Jerks SCEPTER |
| QUADRICEPS Update Testing Branch #2 (WINDOWS) | 2025-09-16 | The next set of new features for QUADRICEPS! The locations are now accessible, and there's 4 new gameplay modes. The gameplay modes all feature wildly new mechanics, very different to previous Death Road gameplay modes. Please help test them out!TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick on the dropdown in the top right, and change the Beta Participation branch from "None" to "beta - TESTBRANCH"Latest Changes4 new gameplay modes!INFECTION: Time is ticking until you all turn into zombies. Every zombie you kill increases th |
| QUADRICEPS update now on testing branch! (WINDOWS) | 2025-09-12 | This is the start of testing for the next update, QUADRICEPS! More features will be coming, such as new Gameplay Modes!TO ACCESS THE TESTING BRANCH:Right Click "Death Road to Canada" in your Steam LibraryGo to PropertiesClick on the Betas tab on the left of the Properties windowClick on the dropdown in the top right, and change the Beta Participation branch from "None" to "beta - TESTBRANCH"There is going to be a lot to test, so I'm just going to go right into the list of changes so far:List of Changes for QUADRICEPSTesting Region updated for QUADRICEPS3 new special characters, works in progressDr Hawke: Healer extraordinaireEmber: Gas powere |
| Death Road to Canada 9 Year Anniversary + Future Plans | 2025-07-22 | As of today, it has been 9 years since the initial launch of Death Road to Canada! We're still pumping out the updates, and we have a plan to get you way more updates in the coming months. We are also working on an all new game, with a new engine, featuring online multiplayer!Read below for full details! Spiritual Sequel: SPACE DINGUSWe've been secretly working on a spiritual sequel for quite some time now. Now it's far enough along to really start showing it off. Check out the Space Dingus trailer and Wishlist it below: We were originally going for a Fantasy theme, but we ended up changing the engine so we could finally support Online Multip |
| PANCREAS Hotfix | 2025-07-21 | Two tiny changes that we somehow missed in the update! The 3 new weapons can now be soldThe 3 new characters are now in OPP Mode |