Beta Release v0.3.7

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Download: https://github.com/toonymak1993/tools-for-steam/releases/download/v0.3.7-beta.1/ToolsForSteamSetup-0.3.7.exe
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3UPYUFMjmc

This beta release brings major Store Sync updates, new plugin integrations, UI improvements, and a much better startup experience.

Store Sync

New supported stores

• Battle.net
• Amazon Games
• itch.io

Improvements

• Synced games now receive their respective launcher icons automatically. This feature is not final yet, but it is already working.
• Fixed a bug that could abruptly stop the sync process and leave Store Sync in a broken state.

New Plugins and Features

CSS Loader

• Added native integration with the official CSS Loader engine.
• CSS Loader is now managed directly through TFS.
• Added a small built-in store for configurations and themes.
• Themes and configurations can now be enabled or disabled directly inside TFS.

Splash Screen

• Fixed the splash screen, which was broken in the previous version.
• Improved the startup flow overall.
• While the splash screen is active, it now loads artwork from your games and displays it in real time.
• Added loading dots during wait times.
• Improved the transition into the main interface.

Back Button

• Added a back button on every level, so you can always return no matter where you are.
• The B button still works as before.

HowLongToBeat

• HowLongToBeat has received a new design.
• It is now displayed directly on the game page in the top-right corner.
• This layout was chosen so it does not get in the way of CSS Loader themes.
• If you do not like the new design, please let us know.

Performance Tab

• The FPS meter has been significantly improved.
• It now uses a MangoHud-inspired design, making it cleaner, more aesthetic, and more functional.

Sliders

• Sliders now include sound feedback in most parts of the UI.

Beta Testing

If you want to test this non-final release, switch to the Beta channel in TFS Settings or download it directly here on GitHub.

Feedback, suggestions, and criticism are very welcome.

The new TFS FPS meter is shown here.

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Download: https://github.com/toonymak1993/tools-for-steam/releases/download/v0.3.5/ToolsForSteamSetup.exe

Tools for Steam 0.3.5 is out now

I just released Tools for Steam 0.3.5, and this update brings TFS much closer to the direction I always wanted for it: cleaner, faster, more automatic, and much more focused.

What’s new

• Added EA App and Ubisoft Connect to Store Sync
• Store Sync now runs fully automatic and near real time
• The Audio plugin got a full redesign with a proper Audio Mixer and new sliders
• Added a new Performance plugin
• The first version of the TFS FPS Meter is now included and will keep evolving over time toward a more MangoHud-inspired direction
• Added a built-in Updater with both Release and Beta channels
• You can now switch to Beta instantly if you want to test upcoming features early
• Plugins can now be reordered with the new compact layout
• Fixed an issue where SteamGridDB could fail to apply artwork when Steam was installed on another drive
• You can now set the Steam path directly inside the plugin if auto-detection is not enough

Important note about Xbox Mode
I had to remove Xbox Mode.

I know that may disappoint some people, and I’m sorry about that. But keeping it alive, maintaining it properly, and making the setup reliable across different systems became way too expensive in terms of time and complexity. It started getting in the way of the rest of the project.

So for now, TFS is fully focused on:

• Shell Mode
• Tray Mode

If Xbox-style startup is something you still really want, I can currently only recommend trying a third-party launcher like Winhanced or OmniConsole for Steam.

What’s next
The next release will definitely be GCM.

It has actually been running in parallel in the background this whole time, and I’ll share more details on that very soon.

If anyone tests 0.3.5, I’d really appreciate feedback, especially around:

• live Store Sync
• the new Audio plugin
• the new Performance plugin
• updater behavior
• Shell vs Tray mode stability