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Basement Update & September Beta Plan
Dev roadmap reveals basements coming in September beta — what to expect.
📅 Published: 2026-06-01🔄 Updated: 2026-06-01
🗺️ Basement Update & September Beta Plan
The Paralives development team has revealed exciting news about the upcoming basement feature and the September beta plan.
🏠 Basements Coming in September Beta
Basements have been one of the most requested features since the game's launch. The developers have confirmed that basements will be included in the September 2026 beta update.
🔧 What to Expect
- Multi-level basements: Up to 2 levels deep
- Full build mode support: All build tools work in basements
- Custom stairs: Spiral, L-shaped, and U-shaped stairs for basement access
- Lighting solutions: New window wells and artificial lighting options
- Foundation options: Choose between slab, crawl space, or full basement
📅 Development Roadmap
| Phase | Timeline | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | July 2026 | Internal testing of basement mechanics |
| Phase 2 | August 2026 | Beta access for Patreon supporters |
| Phase 3 | September 2026 | Public beta release |
| Full Release | October 2026 | Stable release with all basement features |
💡 Community Feedback
The developers are actively listening to community feedback. Key requests include:
- Basement garages with car access
- Basement pools and water features
- Custom basement shapes (not just rectangular)
- Basement windows for natural light
🎯 How to Participate: Join the official Discord server to provide feedback and get early access to beta updates.