Game update29 Nov 2025AI Behavior UpdatePatch Notes – AI Improvements 🧠 Mama AI · Fixed a bug where Mama could get stuck in front of cabinets and never leave. · Added a cabinet safety timeout so Mama always returns to patrol after several seconds. · Improved cabinet state transitions and ensured all detection flags reset correctly. · Improved chasing and patrol logic for more consistent transitions. 👀 Enemy Sight · Refined detectio…
Too many lost souls… too many victims. Dr. John Ravenwood knows… he wants to play with you. It’s boring without you. He gave you a map to give you more chances… a little help for the lost. Map is Here! You can now find the Ravenwood Manor map in the Hall. The map will help guide you, showing where you are and where you can go, along with your recent options. Here is how it looks: Thank you for…
Hi everyone, I know It's John's House relies heavily on the voice of John Ravenwood, so I’m working hard to bring you the full experience of the game with his voice coming soon in Chinese . This update is on the way, so follow us if you’re interested or want to know more. Wishing you all the best, Patrik M.
Major Update – v1.0 A major update has arrived for It’s John’s House ! This version refines and optimizes the experience for smoother gameplay, improved visuals, and better localization. 🔹 New & Updated Content · Updated English and Hungarian dialogues – rewritten and refined for clearer tone and emotion · Improved localizations – more accurate translations across the game · New props and furn…
Achievements Update – Visual Refresh & Testing Complete I’ve updated and tested the achievements system! All 12 achievements have been tested, including 5 hidden ones , some of which are just for fun and encourage a little exploration. Every achievement now has a fresh new graphic design. Here’s a glimpse of three of them: Whether you’re a completionist or just stumbling into secrets, these upd…
Full Patch Notes – v0.99 Visuals & Atmosphere: · Added a new sepia tone effect to enhance the eerie, unsettling atmosphere throughout the game. · Minor lighting and post-processing adjustments for more immersive environments. · Volumetric Fog adjustments. Gameplay & Balance: · Anomalies have been reworked and rebalanced to provide a smoother difficulty curve and more engaging encounters. · Some…
Full Patch Notes – v0.998 Improvements & Features: · Safety Unlock for Living Room Doors: Doors in the Living Room now automatically unlock after a short delay, even if a dialogue fails to play or gets stuck. This prevents potential soft-locks and ensures smoother gameplay. Bug Fixes: · General bug fixes based on player reports and internal testing. Performance: · Optimized textures to reduce m…
Full Patch Notes – v0.997.1 🔹 New Features • Hungarian dialogues added – full voiceover for John Ravenwood; Hungarian players can now experience the story completely in their native language • New achievements – unlock extra rewards for exploring, interacting with objects, and discovering anomalies 🔹 Localization & Texts • Updated dialogues – English phrases and grammar corrected, improving c…
v0.996.9 – Sound & Settings Fixes Audio & Sound: · Audio Settings volume now properly affects all audio channels in real-time. · Music and effects sliders in the settings menu update immediately. · Cached volume settings are correctly applied on game startup. · Amplified some voice lines for better clarity. · Improved and balanced several sound effects for a richer atmosphere. General / Miscell…
Hello everyone, I’ve been working on important updates for It’s John’s House , and I finally identified the cause of the performance and stability issues. This update includes crash fixes and optimizations to make the game run more smoothly, even on older hardware. The update will be released soon, and I appreciate your patience. Thank you for playing and supporting! - Patrik M.
Update v0.996 This update is focused on improving stability, performance, and fixing some critical bugs that affected gameplay flow. Thanks for all the feedback so far, this patch should make the experience smoother and more stable across different systems. Key Changes: · Addressables Integration · Sections of the game are now dynamically streamed using Unity Addressables. · This reduces memory…
Patch Notes v0.955.3 Bug Fixes - Fixed several collider issues that could cause the player to get stuck. - Resolved ladder exit behavior to prevent clipping or being stuck at the bottom. - Added missing localization texts and fixed several translation errors. Gameplay Adjustments - Minor optimizations to player movement and ladder mechanics; player now moves slower when moving backward. - Gener…
v0.996.9 – Sound & Settings Fixes Audio & Sound: · Audio Settings volume now properly affects all audio channels in real-time. · Music and effects sliders in the settings menu update immediately. · Cached volume settings are correctly applied on game startup. · Amplified some voice lines for better clarity. · Improved and balanced several sound effects for a richer atmosphere. General / Miscell…
It’s John’s House - Patch Notes (v0.995) Fixes: - Fixed font rendering issues - all in-game text now displays correctly, including Chinese and other non-Latin characters. - Brightness slider now works reliably for all players. Improvements: - Added a toggle for fog in settings. - Improved stability for lower-end hardware.
Update 0.996.6 – Patch Notes Gameplay Changes · Difficulty progression update: Players must now complete Normal mode to unlock It's John's House difficulty . · Hidden achievements added: Discover secrets and earn extra rewards by completing certain challenges. · Key item markers: Small visual indicators have been added above important items to make them easier to locate without breaking immersi…
Hello everyone! I’m excited to share that the gameplay trailer for It’s John’s House is finally ready! 🥳 There’s been a lot of work and long nights behind it, and I hope you’ll enjoy what you see. Don’t forget to add the game to your wishlist (It’s coming soon 😉😉) if you haven’t already – it really helps a lot! 🙏 Thank you for your support, - Patrik M.
A major update has arrived for It’s John’s House ! Explore new anomalies, finalized voice-over, save points, and a swaying flashlight that heightens tension. Darker, more twisted dialogues and smarter AI make every encounter unpredictable. Updated rooms, hidden view points, and improved visuals bring the house’s horrors to life like never before. Full Patch Notes – v0.915 🔹 New Features · Voic…
New Features are Coming! Hi everyone, I’m excited to share a new gameplay feature that’s now part of It’s John’s House: UV light detection! Using a UV lamp, players can reveal hidden anomalies that aren’t visible under normal lighting. This adds a fresh layer of mystery and exploration to the game’s eerie atmosphere. Thanks for following along, I’m eager to keep improving the game and share mor…
Smarter Torchlight Coming!🔦 Hi everyone, Just a quick update from John’s House I’ve improved the behaviour of the player's torchlight. It now reacts more naturally to the environment, especially in tight spaces. If you press too close to a wall, the light will dim down Torchlight Improvements: · Light intensity smoothly lowers when near walls or objects · Dynamic adjustment to feel more ground…
Hi everyone, Here’s a quick look at some changes and improvements since the demo! I’ve been working hard to enhance the atmosphere, add new details, and polish the gameplay experience. Take a look at these new images from the current build: Thanks so much for following along! More updates are coming soon. — Patrik M.
The Dark History Behind It’s John’s House Dr John Ravenwood was once a successful lawyer with a happy family, living in Ravenwood Manor. But everything changed after a tragic accident... his daughter suffered a severe allergic reaction to peanut butter cookies made by John's mother, who also lived in the manor. Unable to save her, the family was shattered. John’s wife left, and the trauma cause…
DEMO NOW AVAILABLE – ENTER JOHN'S HOUSE The demo is finally here—and ready for you to play. 🔗 Play the demo on Steam: A dark and twisted experience awaits—where spotting anomalies is your only hope of survival. Explore with caution. Trust your instincts. And remember: in John’s house, you’re not a guest… I can’t wait to hear what you think. Thank you for your support, Patrik
Welcome, my fellow friend! My name is Patrik Macsuga, creator of It’s John’s House. I’m super excited to announce that the It’s John’s House demo is in its final stage and will be ready to play very soon ! I’ve been working on this game for a year — day and night, tirelessly. 🕹️ Watch the official gameplay trailer here: I can’t wait to hear what you think. See you around, Patrik
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