Hi all, Due to the recently found potential security vulnerability in some Unity versions ( ) I had to update the engine version, so that is the main focus of this build. I don't believe the game was effected, but I updated just to be safe. I did some testing, but there is the possibility that this introduces unexpected issues. I hope it's not the case but please let me know if you find anythin…
Hey Everyone! The Heartworm 1.1 Update is here! You can grab it for 15% off right now during the Steam Autumn sale. You can also now purchase the game’s soundtrack - featuring 60 original songs written for the game. As previously mentioned, with this update, there is a new, optional increased difficulty called “Challenge” mode, with a new costume reward upon completion. This will require much s…
Hey Everyone! The 1.1 Update is coming soon with a 15% discount for Heartworm - due out September 29th to coincide with the Steam Autumn sale. The main feature included is a new, optional increased difficulty called “Challenge” mode, with a new costume reward upon completion. This will require much stricter management of resources and more careful decision-making in regard to when to fight or f…
Hey everyone! We wanted to thank everyone so much for your continued support during the launch of Heartworm. Seeing everyone's reception to the game has been amazing. While Vincent and team are hard at work on a content patch that will add things like a harder difficulty mode...and more, a new patch is out now with various bug fixes and quality of life tweaks. The full patch notes are below. We…
It still feels kind of unbelievable that this day is here. It's hard to express how grateful I am to even have been given the chance to get this far. This all started because I posted a few screenshots online, after years of wondering why I post anything online - but for some reason people really liked them. If I had never done that, I never would have gotten the recommendation to submit the or…
If you had told me years ago, On the night I sat down in my apartment and created the " unityGame1 " project, that this same project would be releasing as a full fledged game - I would have never believed you. (Player model and scene are from 2019/2020) (Sam and the sign from late 2020) Against all odds, My hobby project to escape from the world in turn became my whole world. I have learned so…
Hey everyone! At IGN Fan Fest, we showed off a brand new trailer for Heartworm , along with some very exciting news. Heartworm launches in Spring 2025! Social Links: · Vincent Adinolfi's Twitter · Vincent Adinolfi's Bluesky · DreadXP Socials
Hey Everyone! As we close out the year and move towards the launch of Heartworm next year, we wanted to start showing off more of the game to get everyone excited for Sam's journey through the unknown. Demo Update In case you missed it, we refreshed the demo after PAX to include the new boss fight and make the demo experience a better representation of the game. This latest version features imp…
Visit the store page to watch an interview with Vincent from Soavecito , where he discusses the game's development process and the challenges of crafting an immersive nineties horror experience. Thanks for checking out our new demo! Don't forget to add us to your Steam wishlist for future updates!
With the start of Steam Next Fest, Heartworm gets a brand new demo featuring an updated look at the neighborhood and a chance to take on the Spider Boss! There are some new secrets to uncover that will make your journey easier, so be vigilant and take in your surroundings! What's in Store(Page) Visit the store page to watch an interview with Vincent from Soavecito , where he discusses the game'…
Hey Everyone! It's been a while since we've updated everyone on the progress that's been made in Heartworm , so we wanted to keep you all in the loop! PAX West Demo In case you missed it, we showcased a fresh, updated demo at PAX! This new version featured improved textures from the original demo, the ability to enhance the camera with mods, and, most excitingly, a thrilling boss fight from the…
Hey everyone! You have no idea how excited I am to be writing this update. I can finally announce that Heartworm has a publisher again - DreadXP! They're a perfect match for our game, and will be supporting us to bring Heartworm to PC. There was a while there where I thought I might never finish this game - but that's not a concern at all anymore. Now I can get back to focusing on creating the…
Hey all - happy ~1 year anniversary of the demo and thanks to everyone who has played it, followed, wishlisted, or even looked at the game. Since that release we acquired a publisher who was going to help fund, port, market, and localize Heartworm - so I could make it even better than I expected. I recruited a team of four really talented and passionate game devs to help me, and we worked for a…
saving/loading working as intended · found files viewable from inventory · reworked emblem puzzle so you can't just guess it as soon as you enter the level anymore :) · made the game harder, removed a lot of items and changed their placement · made enemies health more varied, and added more feedback when you damage them · gave sam an injured state as well as a visual cue for when she takes dama…
- fixed inventory/pause menu lock bugs - added chapter select to main menu - removed broken achievement - did i mention i added quick turn? - very small interaction and content additions
I'm excited to announce this limited time demo of Heartworm for the Steam Scream Fest. You'll be able to play a brand new demo of the game between October 25th to November 1st. Play it... if you dare - then let me know what you think. Love, Vincent P.S. - A permanent demo will come later, but I didn't want to keep you waiting...
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