Facility Upgrade System (Comfort, Quality, and Customization)

[adam4813]

Introduce a system allowing players to upgrade facilities, boosting comfort, quality, and satisfaction. Upgrades might include better furniture, decor, air quality, or accessibility features. All options should support cozy self-expression and gentle progression, with upgrades displayed in the Facility Info window and selectable from a simple list.

Feature Summary

• Each facility may be upgraded in one or more categories: Comfort (seating, decor), Quality (equipment, materials), Accessibility (ramps, signage), etc.
• Upgrades increase satisfaction, revenue, or visitor capacity.
• Upgrades are purchased with funds and shown as a list in the Facility Info window.
• Upgrades are visible to visitors/tenants and may trigger positive notifications.

Minimal UI Work Required

• Add upgrade list and purchase options to Facility Info window (simple UI extension).
• Show active upgrades and their effects in the same window.
• Notifications use existing system.

Gameplay Impact

• Adds gentle progression, player expression, and meaningful choices for each facility.
• Encourages creativity and personalization.

Cozy Alignment

• Upgrades enhance player agency and self-expression.
• No punitive or exclusive upgrades—everything is about making spaces more welcoming.

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Component Template Example

struct FacilityUpgrades {
    bool comfort_upgrade = false;
    bool quality_upgrade = false;
    bool accessibility_upgrade = false;
    // Extendable for more upgrades
};

Sample Implementation Pseudocode

• Add FacilityUpgrades component to all facilities.
• Provide UI in Facility Info panel to purchase/enable upgrades.
• Upgrades boost facility stats (satisfaction, revenue, capacity).
• Display upgrades and their effects in info window.
• Fire notifications on upgrade purchase.

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Labels: enhancement, simulation, gameplay