I’m Katie, character and prop artist \ at Saltstone Studios. Creating The Hearth and Harbour has pitted our team against one of game dev’s many challenges: how to create a city that feels alive and real . Moreso, how do we do this with a tiny team? Our game is set in a fictional city and for it to feel believable, we need a cast of characters that are distinct, purposeful and connected without…
We're pleased to let you know that The Hearth & Harbour is featured in the Cozy Job Simulators Sale ! Featuring games about running shops and serving food to fishing, farming, cleaning, crafting, and restocking, there's plenty of titles both released and upcoming for you to explore. With The Hearth & Harbour set with the backdrop of an oncoming war, it's a little different kind of cozy - dark c…
The tables are set, the stove is roaring, and service is about to begin! Your seat at The Silver Spoon awaits you in The Hearth & Harbour , the upcoming story-driven management RPG from Saltstone Studios , the developers behind The Pale Beyond . In case you missed it, the team recently presented a closer look at the game during The Story Rich Showcase with an updated video here . We had the cha…
Clear the table and set everyone's places, because we've got some exciting news from the Story Rich Showcase! First and foremost, we announced that the game would be arriving in 2026 - that's right - this year ! Watch the dev update for the latest on The Hearth & Harbour as we explore the town of Lewthport and the community within: You are an immigrant, Kit Purcell, seeking for a new life in Le…
Gosh, is it that time of year already? Welcome to Fellow Traveller's annual Publisher Sale ! If you're keen for a story rich title, we've got you covered. New releases! Beloved classics! Steam Deck games! Killer tunes! Discounts up to 90%! It is party time central over here, and we'd love for you to join us. Be sure to wishlist The Hearth & Harbour if you haven't already, and take a look at the…
If you're in London, come and visit us at London Games Fest! We're part of the official selection for this year, and you'll be able to catch up with the team and have a look at The Hearth & Harbour in progress, along with many other awesome games! You'll be able to visit from Thursday 16 - Friday 17 April, 10am - 6pm. London Games Festival takes place at Exhibition White City, Ariel Way. You ca…
The Pale Beyond is 80% as part of the Steam Spring Sale! Journey into the pale beyond as you sail your ship, the Temperance, into The Pale Passage to uncover what happened to her sister ship, the Viscount. You'll need to rely on your crew and make tough decisions if you hope to survive. And don't forget to check out Saltstone's upcoming title, The Hearth & Harbour. Make sure to wishlist to keep…
Dia dhuit! Happy St. Patrick's Day ☘️ from us all. We're really excited to let you know that we're taking part in the Games from Ireland event! The Hearth & Harbour is featured, while The Pale Beyond, our previous game set in the same universe, is on sale! If you've already wishlisted The Hearth & Harbour (and thanks very much if you have!), why not pick up The Pale Beyond while you're waiting?
We're pleased to announce that The Hearth & Harbour has been selected as part of Clemmy's Best Indie Games Spring Showcase for 2026! Check out the whole showcase of cool upcoming indie games (including ours!) right here . And if you haven't already, don't forget to wishlist the game below!
On Saltstone's first day back to work this year, Jess sat down with James, the game director, and Ethan, the game designer, and asked them a series of questions about the design of The Hearth and Harbour. It was a bit chaotic, but between the two of them, they were able to provide some insight into game development as a process, as well as their personal philosophies on art and the themes in ou…
We're excited to announce that The Hearth & Harbour is participating in Raw Fury's Global Foodie Faire ! Check out loads of food, cooking and restaurant themed games, including our very own management RPG! There's plenty of bargains to be had, too! And if you haven't already, be sure to wishlist The Hearth & Harbour!
Attention Captains, the ice is calling! The Pale Beyond physical is now available on Nintendo Switch from our friends at Super Rare Games! Click here to get your copy! Each purchase includes the following items: · Fully assembled Nintendo Switch game with cartridge · Interior art · Full-colour manual · Exclusive sticker · Set of 3 card trading card pack Please note that all products are region…
Gosh, is it that time of year already? Welcome to Fellow Traveller's annual Publisher Sale ! If you're keen for a story rich title, we've got you covered. New releases! Beloved classics! Steam Deck games! Killer tunes! Discounts up to 90%! It is party time central over here, and we'd love for you to join us. The Pale Beyond, Saltstone Studios' previous title, is at its highest discount to date…
Hey regulars, we’ve got something special cooking! Today we’re thrilled to share that Saltstone Studios, the team behind The Pale Beyond , is back with a brand new game for PC, The Hearth & Harbour . The Hearth & Harbour is an adventure management RPG set in the same world and time as The Pale Beyond . This time, the ice has melted into salt air as you step into the seaside town of Lewthport, r…
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