Hello! I see you're encountering a "debugging detected" message on your screen while trying to play Wasteland Story, and reinstalling the game hasn't resolved the issue. Let's work through this together.

To get started, could you tell me a bit more about your setup? For example:

- Are you playing on your Android device directly, or through an emulator or any special app?
- Have you enabled any developer options or USB debugging on your Android 12 device recently?
- Are you using any mods, third-party apps, or VPNs that might affect the game?

The "debugging detected" message usually means the game is sensing developer tools or debugging modes active on your device, which can cause it to block or restrict gameplay.

In the meantime, here are some steps you can try:

1. Disable USB Debugging and Developer Options
- Go to your Android Settings > System > Developer Options.
- If Developer Options is enabled, turn off USB Debugging and, if possible, disable Developer Options entirely.
Sometimes games flag these settings as potential security risks.

2. Clear App Data and Cache
- Go to Settings > Apps > Wasteland Story.
- Select Storage and clear Cache and Data.
This ensures no corrupted or residual files interfere.

3. Check For Device Root or Custom ROMs
- If your device is rooted or running a custom ROM, the game may detect it as debugging.
- If so, the only workaround is to use a standard, unmodified device environment.

4. Disable Any Other Debugging or Monitoring Apps
- Close apps that monitor logs or system activity, as these can trigger debugging detection.

Please try these steps and let me know if the message persists or if anything changes. That way, I can assist you further!

I am playing on a huawei phone, no developer mode was activated, no vpn's

Thanks for the additional info! Since you’re on a Huawei phone with no developer mode enabled or VPN in use, it looks like this might be related to a known compatibility issue with some Huawei devices and Wasteland Story.

Some recent reports from players highlight that after updates, the game sometimes detects debugging or fails to run properly on Huawei phones, even if developer settings are off1. This could be due to Huawei’s customized system security layers or device-specific quirks that trigger the game's anti-debugging checks.

Here’s what I recommend trying next:

1. Check for Game Updates: Make sure you’re running the latest version of Wasteland Story, as developers often release patches to improve compatibility with devices like Huawei.

2. Clear Game Cache & Data Again: Sometimes, after updates, residue files cause issues. Go to Settings > Apps > Wasteland Story > Storage > Clear Cache and Clear Data to reset.

3. Try Using Huawei’s AppGallery Version (if available): If you installed from Google Play, try installing from Huawei’s official AppGallery, as that version might have special optimizations.

4. Contact Wasteland Story Support: They might have device-specific fixes or plans to address this issue soon. You can reach them at [email protected].

Unfortunately, this seems tied to Huawei’s device environment interacting with the game’s security protocols, so a full fix may come from the developers. Meanwhile, if you want, I can help you draft an email to support with your device details to speed things up.

Let me know if you want help with that, or if anything changes after these steps! Are you satisfied with this direction so far?

even on app gallery it takes me to a apk website to install it, it runs fine and without the debugging screen but it freezes every 5 minutes

Thanks for letting me know! Since the AppGallery version of Wasteland Story redirects you to an APK website and runs without the debugging screen but freezes every 5 minutes, it looks like there's a stability issue possibly due to the APK source or compatibility with your Huawei device.

Here are some targeted steps to tackle the freezing issue:

1. Check Network Stability:
- Make sure you are on a strong and stable Wi-Fi or cellular connection. Network interruptions can sometimes cause the game to freeze.

2. Disable Power Saving Mode:
- Huawei phones often have aggressive power management that can pause or throttle apps.
- Go to Settings > Battery > Power Saving Mode and turn it off while gaming.

3. Close Background Apps:
- Some apps running in the background might compete for resources and cause freezing.
- Use the recent apps menu to close unnecessary apps before launching the game.

4. Adjust Game Image Quality and Refresh Rate:
- Lower the graphics settings inside the game if possible or reduce the display refresh rate in device settings to ease the load on your hardware.

5. Download APK from a Trusted Source:
- Since AppGallery redirects to an APK site, make sure the APK you installed is from a reputable source to avoid corrupted or outdated files. If unsure, contact Wasteland Story support ([email protected]) and ask if they can provide a verified APK.

6. Clear Cache/Data:
- Once more, try clearing the game’s cache and data (Settings > Apps > Wasteland Story > Storage) to rule out corrupted files.

If freezing continues despite this, it might be related to how the APK is built or compatibility with Huawei’s system, and developers will need to fix this in future updates.

If you want, I can assist you in reaching out to Wasteland Story support with all your device details and issue description to get a direct response.

Are you satisfied with this plan? Let me know what you’d like to try next!

For reference, Huawei recommends similar fixes for apps that freeze or slow down, including stable network use, disabling battery optimizations, and clearing storage space2.

but when I downloaded the game before from play store, same device, it ran completely fine, no issues or whatever. I only deleted it cause I got bored of it

Thanks for sharing that context! It’s quite helpful to know that when you previously downloaded Wasteland Story from the Play Store on the same Huawei device, it ran smoothly without any debugging or freezing issues. You only deleted it because you wanted a break from the game.

Based on recent information, it appears that Wasteland Story is no longer available directly on Google Play or the App Store, and players now have to download APK versions from external sites1. This might explain why your current install (via APK) shows different behavior—sometimes APK versions can be modified, outdated, or not fully compatible compared to official store releases.

Here are a couple of next steps to consider:

1. Try to Find an Older Version APK: If you can locate a trusted source offering an older version of Wasteland Story—like the one you played from Google Play—that might restore the smooth experience you had. Some websites archive older app versions safely (just be careful to use reputable sites). You might want to look here: Older versions of Wasteland Story - Uptodown[10].

2. Backup and Restore Your Data: If you have any saved game data from your previous install, restoring it with the older APK version may help avoid fresh issues.

3. Stay Updated via Support or Community: Since the official Play Store presence has changed, keeping an eye on Wasteland Story’s community or emailing support ([email protected]) might offer news on official releases or fixes.

Would you like help locating a reliable older APK version, or drafting a note to support explaining your situation? Your past smooth experience points to the issue being with the current APK source or recent updates.

Are you satisfied with this plan? I’m here to help with the next steps!