patch · December 19, 2024

Big Ambitions EA 0.7 Build 2848 Patch Fixes Sales Drop on Existing Saves

Big Ambitions patch EA 0.7 Build 2848 resolves a bug that caused up to a 50 percent sales drop for existing save files by improperly applying building limitation calculations. The update also reduces gym equipment energy consumption and fixes numerous movement bugs.

Hovgaard Games has released the first patch for Big Ambitions EA 0.7, addressing a major issue where existing save files experienced a sudden drop in customer volume and sales. The update restores previous customer volumes for older saves while implementing a variety of quality-of-life fixes.

Sales Drop Fix for Existing Saves

Following the transition to EA 0.7, many players experienced up to 50 percent fewer customers and sales. Developers discovered a bug in the customer-per-hour calculation that ignored building limitations, creating unrealistically high incomes. While the calculation fix was necessary, applying it directly to existing savegames caused an unintended drop in sales. This patch fixes the issue so existing players retain their high customer volumes.

Gameplay and Equipment Adjustments

Gym equipment energy consumption has been reduced by 50 percent. The patch also enables the use of AutoTow while indoors, fixes lighting issues in IKA, and addresses an inaccessible pull-up bar.

Bug and Stuck Fixes

The update resolves multiple issues causing players to get stuck during activities or movement, fixes map overlays failing to update after exiting a vehicle, repairs time progression blocks, and rescues vehicles stuck after the new IKA parking changes. Factory Supply Depot access issues and incorrect customer queue directions are also fixed.

Why this patch matters

Build 2848 quickly patches an accidental economic penalty on existing saves while sorting out movement bugs and gym energy drain.