Version History and Roadmap

Relevant source files

CHANGELOG.md

README.md

manifest.json

preview/Containers6Input.png

Purpose and Scope

This document provides a comprehensive history of TajsMod’s development from its initial release to the current version, tracking feature additions, architectural changes, and bug fixes across all versions. It also outlines the planned future development direction based on the current roadmap.

For information about the CI/CD pipeline and release automation, see Building and Distribution. For details on how to contribute new features, see Contributing Guidelines.

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L1-L154

manifest.json L1-L37

Current Version Status

Version: 0.0.23 (as of manifest.json L34

) Status: beta (manifest.json L28

) Compatible Game Version: 2.0.17+ (manifest.json L10

) Compatible Mod Loader: 7.0.0+ (manifest.json L13

)

The mod is currently in active development with regular feature additions and refinements. Version numbering follows semantic versioning with the format MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH, though the current 0.0.x series indicates early beta status.

Sources: manifest.json L10-L34

Version Timeline and Major Milestones

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66.7647058824%);}#mermaid-skq814mtyae .edge-depth-10{stroke-width:-16;}#mermaid-skq814mtyae .section-10 line{stroke:rgb(84.7499999999, 84.7499999999, 84.7499999999);stroke-width:3;}#mermaid-skq814mtyae .lineWrapper line{stroke:#333;}#mermaid-skq814mtyae .disabled,#mermaid-skq814mtyae .disabled circle,#mermaid-skq814mtyae .disabled text{fill:lightgray;}#mermaid-skq814mtyae .disabled text{fill:#efefef;}#mermaid-skq814mtyae .section-root rect,#mermaid-skq814mtyae .section-root path,#mermaid-skq814mtyae .section-root circle{fill:hsl(0, 0%, 66.7647058824%);}#mermaid-skq814mtyae .section-root text{fill:#333;}#mermaid-skq814mtyae .icon-container{height:100%;display:flex;justify-content:center;align-items:center;}#mermaid-skq814mtyae .edge{fill:none;}#mermaid-skq814mtyae .eventWrapper{filter:brightness(120%);}#mermaid-skq814mtyae :root{--mermaid-font-family:"trebuchet ms",verdana,arial,sans-serif;}Foundation2025-12-21   v0.0.3Initial   modframework2025-12-21   v0.0.4Connection   crashhotfixNew   schematic   iconsCore   Features2025-12-22   v0.0.14Command   PalettesystemWire   Drop   NodeMenuWire   Clear   Handler6-Input   ContainersFocus   Handler   (audiomute)2025-12-23   v0.0.17Wire   colorcustomizationScreenshot   foldermanagement2025-12-24   v0.0.18CheatsimprovementsQuality   Expansion2025-12-26   v0.0.19NodeGroupZOrderFix6-input   containerssettingTutorial   fixesCTRL+C/VfunctionalityCapture   delaysetting2025-12-27   v0.20.0BuyMaxManagersystemCustom   boot   screentoggle2025-12-28   v0.22.0Disable   slider   scrolloptionScreenshotwatermark   systemRestart   RequiredBannerNotification   LogpanelFutureTBD   v0.23.0Unreleased   features"TajsMod Release Timeline"

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L1-L154

Feature Evolution Map

This diagram maps major feature additions to their implementation components in the codebase.

flowchart TD

Future["TBD features"]
ConnectionFix["Connection crash hotfix"]
SchematicIcons["New schematic icons"]
InitFramework["mod_main.gd<br>Initial framework"]
CommandPalette["default_commands.gd<br>palette_overlay.gd<br>Command Palette"]
WireDrop["Wire Drop Node Menu<br>Node compatibility filter"]
WireClear["Wire Clear Handler<br>Right-click connector"]
SixInputs["6-Input Containers"]
FocusHandler["FocusHandler<br>Audio mute on focus loss"]
WireColor["WireColorOverrides<br>Custom wire colors"]
ScreenshotFolder["ScreenshotManager<br>Folder management"]
CheatImprovements["Cheats Panel improvements"]
ZOrderFix["NodeGroupZOrderFix"]
TutorialFix["Tutorial fixes"]
ClipboardFix["CTRL+C/V fixes"]
CaptureDelay["Screenshot capture delay"]
MoreCheats["Additional cheats"]
BuyMax["BuyMaxManager<br>4 purchase strategies"]
BootScreen["Custom boot screen toggle"]
SliderScroll["Disable slider scroll option"]
Watermark["Screenshot watermark system"]
RestartBanner["Restart Required Banner"]
NotifLog["Notification Log panel"]

InitFramework --> CommandPalette
InitFramework --> FocusHandler
CommandPalette --> WireColor
CommandPalette --> ScreenshotFolder
ScreenshotFolder --> CaptureDelay
CaptureDelay --> Watermark
CheatImprovements --> MoreCheats
SixInputs --> BuyMax
BuyMax --> SliderScroll
BootScreen --> RestartBanner

subgraph v0_22_0 ["v0.22.0 (2025-12-28)"]
    SliderScroll
    Watermark
    RestartBanner
    NotifLog
    RestartBanner --> NotifLog
end

subgraph v0_20_0 ["v0.20.0 (2025-12-27)"]
    BuyMax
    BootScreen
end

subgraph v0_0_19 ["v0.0.19 (2025-12-26)"]
    ZOrderFix
    TutorialFix
    ClipboardFix
    CaptureDelay
    MoreCheats
end

subgraph v0_0_18 ["v0.0.18 (2025-12-24)"]
    CheatImprovements
end

subgraph v0_0_17 ["v0.0.17 (2025-12-23)"]
    WireColor
    ScreenshotFolder
end

subgraph v0_0_14 ["v0.0.14 (2025-12-22)"]
    CommandPalette
    WireDrop
    WireClear
    SixInputs
    FocusHandler
    WireDrop --> SixInputs
end

subgraph v0_0_3 ["v0.0.3 (2025-12-21)"]
    InitFramework
end

subgraph v0_23_0 ["v0.23.0 (Unreleased)"]
    Future
end

subgraph v0_0_4 ["v0.0.4 (2025-12-21)"]
    ConnectionFix
    SchematicIcons
end

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L1-L154

Version Details

v0.22.0 - Latest Stable (2025-12-28)

Focus: UI Polish and Screenshot Enhancements

Feature	Component	Description
Disable Slider Scroll	Settings Panel	Prevents accidental scroll wheel changes on sliders
Screenshot Watermark	`ScreenshotManager`	Adds configurable watermark to captured images
Restart Required Banner	`mod_main.gd`	UI indicator for settings requiring game restart
Notification Log	Notification Log Panel	Panel for viewing past notifications

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L25-L44

v0.20.0 - Buy Max Release (2025-12-27)

Focus: Gameplay Automation and Visual Customization

Feature	Component	Implementation
Buy Max System	`BuyMaxManager`	Button for purchasing maximum affordable upgrade levels
		Supports 4 strategies: Round Robin, Cheapest First, Expensive First, Top to Bottom
Boot Screen Toggle	Settings Panel (Debug)	Enable/disable custom boot screen

Bug Fixes:

Command Palette: Fixed Ctrl+A selecting game nodes instead of search text
Wire Drop: Enforced custom node limit when dropping wires
Documentation: Fixed markdown table styling

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L56-L68

v0.0.19 - Stability Improvements (2025-12-26)

Focus: Bug Fixes and Quality of Life

Feature	Component	Purpose
NodeGroupZOrderFix	`NodeGroupZOrderFix`	Corrects visual layering of grouped nodes
6-Input Containers	Settings Panel	Configurable toggle for extended container inputs
Tutorial Fixes	`mod_main.gd`	Compatibility fixes for game tutorial
CTRL+C/V Fixes	Input handling	Restored clipboard functionality
Capture Delay	`ScreenshotManager`	Configurable delay before screenshot capture
Additional Cheats	Cheats Panel	Expanded cheat options

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L69-L77

Focus: Gameplay Modifier Improvements

Enhanced cheats panel with improved UI
Better integration with game systems
More granular control options

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L78-L81

v0.0.17 - Visual Customization (2025-12-23)

Focus: Wire Appearance and Screenshot Management

Feature	Component	Description
Wire Color Customization	`WireColorOverrides`	Change wire colors for better visibility
Screenshot Folder Management	`ScreenshotManager`	Open and configure screenshot folder location

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L82-L87

v0.0.14 - Command Palette Release (2025-12-22)

Focus: Major Feature Expansion - Command System

This was the first major feature release after the initial framework, introducing the core command palette system that would become central to the mod’s user experience.

Feature	Component	Lines of Code	Purpose
Command Palette	`default_commands.gd`	400+	Middle-click quick action menu with fuzzy search
	`palette_overlay.gd`	300+	UI overlay and search engine
Wire Drop Node Menu	Node spawning system		Drop wire on empty canvas to spawn compatible nodes
Wire Clear Handler	Input handling		Right-click connectors to clear all wires
6-Input Containers	Container extension		Increased from 4 to 6 input slots
Focus Handler	`FocusHandler`		Mute audio when game loses focus
Node Compatibility Filter	Node filtering logic		Smart filtering for wire drop spawning

Changed:

Improved pattern button layout for Group Nodes
Updated mod description and metadata
Added header comments to scripts

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L88-L112

v0.0.4 - Critical Hotfix (2025-12-21)

Focus: Stability

Change	Type	Impact
Connection crash fix	Bug Fix	Critical - prevented game crashes during wiring
New schematic icons	Enhancement	Visual improvement

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L115-L132

v0.0.3 - Initial Release (2025-12-21)

Focus: Foundational Framework

Initial mod framework established
Core mod_main.gd orchestrator
Basic settings system
Script extension architecture

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L133-L150

Release Workflow and Versioning

flowchart TD

Manifest["manifest.json<br>version_number: '0.0.23'"]
CodeChanges["Code changes<br>in mod_main.gd, etc."]
ChangelogUpdate["Update CHANGELOG.md<br>Added/Changed/Fixed/Removed"]
VersionBump["Bump version_number<br>in manifest.json"]
ExportZip["Update export/<br>TajemnikTV-TajsModded.zip"]
GitHubPush["Push to master branch"]
WorkflowTrigger["release-from-export-zip.yml<br>Triggered on export/*.zip change"]
ReadManifest["Read manifest.json<br>Extract version & metadata"]
CreateRelease["Create GitHub Release<br>Tag: TajsModded-v0.0.23"]
GitHubRelease["GitHub Releases"]
SteamWorkshop["Steam Workshop<br>Auto-update"]

ExportZip --> GitHubPush
Manifest --> ReadManifest
CreateRelease --> GitHubRelease
CreateRelease --> SteamWorkshop

subgraph Distribution ["Distribution"]
    GitHubRelease
    SteamWorkshop
end

subgraph subGraph2 ["CI/CD Pipeline"]
    GitHubPush
    WorkflowTrigger
    ReadManifest
    CreateRelease
    GitHubPush --> WorkflowTrigger
    WorkflowTrigger --> ReadManifest
    ReadManifest --> CreateRelease
end

subgraph subGraph1 ["Developer Actions"]
    CodeChanges
    ChangelogUpdate
    VersionBump
    ExportZip
    CodeChanges --> ChangelogUpdate
    ChangelogUpdate --> VersionBump
    VersionBump --> ExportZip
end

subgraph subGraph0 ["Version Source"]
    Manifest
end

Version Synchronization Points:

manifest.json L34 - version_number field is the single source of truth
CHANGELOG.md L1-L154 - Documents changes for each version
CI/CD pipeline reads version from manifest to create release tags
Steam Workshop syncs automatically from GitHub releases

Sources: manifest.json L34

CHANGELOG.md L1-L154

Feature Categories by Version

Command Palette Evolution

Version	Enhancement	Component
v0.0.14	Initial implementation	`default_commands.gd`, `palette_overlay.gd`
v0.0.14	Fuzzy search engine	Search algorithm in overlay
v0.20.0	Fixed `Ctrl+A` text selection	Input handling

Screenshot System Evolution

Version	Enhancement	Component
v0.0.17	Folder management	`ScreenshotManager`
v0.0.19	Capture delay setting	`ScreenshotManager`
v0.22.0	Watermark system	`ScreenshotManager`

Manager Components by Introduction Version

Manager	Version	Purpose
`FocusHandler`	v0.0.14	Audio mute on focus loss
`WireColorOverrides`	v0.0.17	Custom wire color system
`ScreenshotManager`	v0.0.17	Image capture system
`NodeGroupZOrderFix`	v0.0.19	Z-order correction
`BuyMaxManager`	v0.20.0	Upgrade automation

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L88-L112

CHANGELOG.md L82-L87

CHANGELOG.md L69-L77

CHANGELOG.md L56-L68

Roadmap and Future Development

v0.23.0 (Unreleased)

The next version is currently in development. The CHANGELOG.md L7-L23

section shows the planned structure but no concrete features are listed yet.

Status: Early planning phase Expected Focus: TBD based on community feedback and bug reports

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L5-L24

Long-Term Development Themes

Based on the mod’s evolution pattern and stated goals from README.md L3

future development is expected to follow these themes:

1. Expanded QoL Features

The mod description states: “A growing collection of Utility / QoL + Visual Tweaks” (manifest.json L3

)

Pattern Analysis:

Each major version typically adds 2-4 new utility features
Focus on non-invasive improvements that don’t alter core gameplay
Examples: Command Palette (v0.0.14), Screenshot system (v0.0.17), Buy Max (v0.20.0)

2. Visual Customization

Existing Systems:

Wire color customization (v0.0.17)
Group node patterns and colors
Extra glow settings
UI opacity controls

Potential Expansions:

Additional pattern types beyond current 11
More color palette options beyond current 17
Custom themes

3. Opt-in Gameplay Features

Per README.md L51

: “Anything that affects gameplay is opt-in and clearly separated from pure QoL/visual settings.”

Current Gameplay Features:

Node limit control (slider from 50 to 2000+)
Buy Max system with 4 strategies
Cheats Panel (money, research, tokens)

Development Principle: Controversial features require explicit enablement and remain in separate settings categories.

4. Command Palette Expansion

The Command Palette system introduced in v0.0.14 has become a core interaction pattern. Future development likely includes:

More specialized command categories
Custom command registration API
Additional specialized modes beyond Node Picker and Group Picker

Sources: README.md L1-L126

manifest.json L1-L37

CHANGELOG.md L1-L154

Development Velocity and Release Cadence

Release Frequency Analysis

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Observed Patterns:

Rapid initial development: 6 releases in 8 days (Dec 21-28)
Daily releases during peak: v0.0.14 through v0.0.19
Stabilization phase: Releases spaced 1-2 days apart after v0.0.19

Current Status: beta tag (manifest.json L28

) indicates ongoing active development with expectation of frequent updates.

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L1-L154

manifest.json L28

Breaking Changes and Compatibility

Game Version Requirements

Mod Version	Required Game Version	Required Mod Loader	Notes
v0.0.3 - current	2.0.17+	7.0.0+	No known compatibility issues

Sources: manifest.json L10-L13

Configuration Schema Evolution

No breaking changes to date. The ConfigManager system uses a merge strategy where:

New defaults from updates are automatically added to user config
Existing user settings are preserved
Deprecated settings are retained but ignored

This approach prevents configuration loss during updates. See Configuration System for implementation details.

Sources: manifest.json L15-L17

Community Feedback Integration

Issue Tracking and Triage

The mod uses structured issue templates for bug reports and feature requests:

Bug Report Template: 11 required fields (README.md L100 )
Feature Request Template: 8 required fields
Automated Triage: Auto-labeling system

Feedback Loop:

Users submit issues via GitHub
Automated triage assigns labels
Developer reviews and implements
Changes documented in CHANGELOG.md

Response Rate: Active monitoring per README.md L17

‘s commitment: “I actively read feedback for the game itself, and I’ll do the same for the mod.”

Sources: README.md L96-L103

Version Numbering Policy

Current Scheme: 0.0.x

Interpretation:

0.0.x indicates early beta status (manifest.json L28 )
Major version 0 = pre-1.0, expect breaking changes
Minor version 0 = feature additions may be experimental
Patch version x = incremented for each release

Expected Future Scheme

When transitioning to 0.1.x:

Core feature set stabilized
API boundaries defined
Breaking changes announced in advance

When transitioning to 1.0.0:

Production-ready quality
Stable API for extension developers
Comprehensive documentation
Full test coverage

Note: No formal timeline announced for version milestone transitions.

Sources: manifest.json L34

Changelog Maintenance

Format and Structure

The CHANGELOG.md L1-L154

follows a standard format with four categories for each version:

Category	Purpose	Example
Added	New features	Buy Max system, Screenshot watermark
Changed	Modifications to existing features	Improved pattern button layout
Removed	Deprecated or deleted features	(None to date)
Fixed	Bug corrections	`Ctrl+A` in Command Palette

Versioning in Changelog

Format: ## [VERSION] - YYYY-MM-DD

Example: ## [0.22.0] - 2025-12-28 (CHANGELOG.md L25 )
Unreleased version uses TBD for date (CHANGELOG.md L7 )

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L1-L154

Distribution Metadata

Steam Workshop Tags

Current tags on Steam Workshop (manifest.json L23-L29

Tag	Indicates
`gameplay`	Contains gameplay-affecting features (opt-in)
`qol`	Quality of life improvements
`visual`	Visual enhancements and customization
`cheats`	Includes cheat/debug features
`beta`	Actively developed, expect frequent updates

These tags help users understand the mod’s scope before subscribing.

Sources: manifest.json L23-L29

Summary: Development Trajectory

flowchart TD

P1A["v0.0.3: Initial framework"]
P1B["v0.0.4: Stability hotfix"]
P2A["v0.0.14: Command Palette<br>Major UI system"]
P2B["v0.0.17-18: Visuals & Cheats<br>Customization systems"]
P3A["v0.0.19: Bug fixes<br>Tutorial compatibility"]
P3B["v0.20.0: Buy Max<br>Automation system"]
P3C["v0.22.0: UI Polish<br>Watermarks & notifications"]
P4A["v0.23.0+: TBD<br>Community-driven features"]

P1B --> P2A
P2B --> P3A
P3C --> P4A
P2A --> P4A
P3B --> P4A

subgraph subGraph3 ["Phase 4: Future"]
    P4A
end

subgraph subGraph2 ["Phase 3: Refinement"]
    P3A
    P3B
    P3C
    P3A --> P3B
    P3B --> P3C
end

subgraph subGraph1 ["Phase 2: Core Features"]
    P2A
    P2B
    P2A --> P2B
end

subgraph subGraph0 ["Phase 1: Foundation"]
    P1A
    P1B
    P1A --> P1B
end

Key Observations:

Rapid initial development (Dec 21-28, 2025): 8 versions in 8 days
Pattern emergence: Command Palette (v0.0.14) became core interaction model
Feature diversity: Visual, QoL, and gameplay features developed in parallel
Stability focus: Multiple bug fix releases ensure robustness
Community-driven: Open to feedback and feature requests

Current State: Active beta with regular feature additions while maintaining stability.

Sources: CHANGELOG.md L1-L154

manifest.json L1-L37

README.md L1-L126

Version History and Roadmap

Purpose and Scope

Current Version Status

Version Timeline and Major Milestones

Feature Evolution Map

Version Details

v0.22.0 - Latest Stable (2025-12-28)

v0.20.0 - Buy Max Release (2025-12-27)

v0.0.19 - Stability Improvements (2025-12-26)

v0.0.18 - Cheats Refinement (2025-12-24)

v0.0.17 - Visual Customization (2025-12-23)

v0.0.14 - Command Palette Release (2025-12-22)

v0.0.4 - Critical Hotfix (2025-12-21)

v0.0.3 - Initial Release (2025-12-21)

Release Workflow and Versioning

Feature Categories by Version

Command Palette Evolution

Screenshot System Evolution

Manager Components by Introduction Version

Roadmap and Future Development

v0.23.0 (Unreleased)

Long-Term Development Themes

1. Expanded QoL Features

2. Visual Customization

3. Opt-in Gameplay Features

4. Command Palette Expansion

Development Velocity and Release Cadence

Release Frequency Analysis

Breaking Changes and Compatibility

Game Version Requirements

Configuration Schema Evolution

Community Feedback Integration

Issue Tracking and Triage

Version Numbering Policy

Current Scheme: 0.0.x

Expected Future Scheme

Changelog Maintenance

Format and Structure

Versioning in Changelog

Distribution Metadata

Steam Workshop Tags

Summary: Development Trajectory