Yandere Simulator V04.01.2025 -

While primarily a bug-fixing build, v04.01.2025 included visual refinements to maintain immersion:

: Preliminary work on the third rival, Kizana Sunobu, including drama club props and stage-related elimination mechanics. Yandere Simulator v04.01.2025

Navigating student stats is now more efficient; players can increase or decrease levels by holding down the button rather than repeated clicking. While primarily a bug-fixing build, v04

: A new BACKUP COPIES folder was added to the StreamingAssets/JSON directory. This automated system protects player data by storing backup JSON files, which can be used to restore the game if a configuration file becomes corrupted. This automated system protects player data by storing

: Protagonist Hairstyle #184 was updated with proper physics to prevent clipping during running animations.

According to the Yandere Simulator Development Blog , 2025 is a year focused on completing the core "rival" experience. Key milestones discussed during this period include:

The update, released on January 4, 2025, serves as a vital bug-fixing follow-up to the game's major New Year's Day build . This version focuses on stabilizing new features introduced at the start of 2025, particularly those enhancing Custom Mode and controller compatibility. Key Features and Improvements