Short answer: Schedule 1 launched March 24, 2025. The first major content update (v0.3.4) shipped two weeks later on April 7. v0.2.4 added co-op multiplayer. v0.4.5 Anniversary Update (March 30, 2026) added Big Sprinkler and Golden M1911. The game receives patches approximately every 4-6 weeks.

Full Version Timeline (source: Fandom Wiki)

VersionDateKey Additions
v0.1.xMar 24, 2025Initial early access release, basic mixing, 1 zone
v0.1.14Mar-Apr 2025Multi-dragging, physics improvements
v0.1.15Mar-Apr 2025Pickpocketing, counter-offer system
v0.1.16Mar-Apr 2025Snake minigame, bug fixes
v0.2.4Apr 2025Co-op multiplayer (up to 4 players)
v0.2.5Apr 2025Customer behavior improvements
v0.2.6Apr 2025Packaging Station MK II
v0.2.7Apr-May 2025More effects, mixing changes
v0.2.8Apr-May 2025Mixing Station MK II
v0.2.9Apr-May 2025New ambient music, optimization, map additions
v0.3.42025.04.07Pawn Shop, Fancy Stuff, functional shops
v0.3.52025.05.08Jukebox, Storage Unit
v0.3.62025.06.08Filters, Employee Tweaks, Save System improvements
v0.4.02025.08.28Cartel Update -- Benzies Family, major content
v0.4.12025.11.02Halloween Update
v0.4.22025.12.26Shrooms Update
v0.4.32026.02.03Storage Closets update
v0.4.42026.03.19Weather Update
v0.4.52026.03.30Anniversary Update -- Big Sprinkler, Golden M1911

What Each Major Version Changed

v0.1.x (Launch, Mar 2025): Core drug mixing and selling loop. Single zone map, basic suppliers, no employees. The game was functional but shallow.

v0.2.4 (Multiplayer, Apr 2025): Added co-op for up to 4 players. Expanded the player base significantly. Suppliers and dealers now scale with player count.

v0.3.4 (First Content Update, Apr 7 2025): Added functional stores (Pawn Shop, Dan's Hardware, Furniture shop), decor items for properties, and Fancy Stuff cosmetics. First major content expansion.

v0.4.0 (Cartel Update, Aug 28 2025): The Benzies Family Cartel update -- major content drop with new mechanics, items, and story elements.

v0.4.1 (Halloween Update, Nov 2 2025): Seasonal content with Halloween-themed items and decorations.

v0.4.2 (Shrooms Update, Dec 26 2025): Added Fungal Phil as a new supplier, shroom-based production lines, and related mechanics.

v0.4.5 (Anniversary Update, Mar 30 2026): Big Sprinkler (4-plant watering) changed automation meta. Reorder feature saved delivery management time. Golden M1911 is purely cosmetic. Dynamic reticle added for ranged weapons.

What Players Want in Future Updates

Based on Reddit (r/Schedule_I) and Steam Community discussions, the most requested features include new map expansion, police raid system, and more employee types. The developer TVGS has not announced a specific roadmap.

Related Guides

Current patch analysis: v0.4.5 Anniversary Update.

Community Verification & Resources

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