- Heartworm Out Now On Consoles! - 1 October 2026
Heartworm is out NOW on consoles! I'm super excited to announce you can now play Heartworm on Switch 1, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X. Many have asked over the past year, and I'm so glad to finally deliver so that more people can play. When I was a kid, there were countless nights where I would pretend to go to bed, in my room in my grandmother's basement, until I was sure that everyone else in the house was asleep. Then I would get up, quietly sneak over to turn the television on, power up my uncle's Playstation 1, and journey into the Spencer Mansion. Cheesy and predictable at this point, but ever since - it had always been a dream of mine to make a game. When we finished Heartworm last year I felt like a large part of that dream had been realized. Now it fully will be, knowing that we made a game that someday maybe someone else will stay up long past their bedtime…
- Heartworm выйдет на консолях 1 октября - ретро-хоррор в духе Silent Hill и Resident Evil покинет пределы ПК - 24 September 2026
Издатель DreadXP и разработчик Винсент Адинольфи объявили дату выхода Heartworm на консолях. Ретро survival horror появится 1 октября на PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, Xbox One и Nintendo Switch. На ПК игра уже доступна — релиз в Steam состоялся 31 июля 2025 года. Heartworm рассказывает историю Сэм, которая не может смириться со смертью любимого деда. Пытаясь найти способ связаться с ним после смерти, девушка погружается в интернет и выходит на таинственный форум. Следуя его указаниям, она отправляется в расположенный в горах дом, окружённый слухами о сверхъестественном. Игровой процесс строится вокруг исследования, головоломок и ограниченных боевых сцен. Главной особенностью Heartworm стала камера, которую Сэм использует не только для фотографирования, но и в качестве оружия. Разработчики совместили классические фиксированные ракурсы с современной камерой от треть…
- Minor bug fix - Involuntary movement bug finally fixed - 22 July 2026
- Fixed a rare but very annoying and game breaking issue that only affected some users, where the character would move in circles/on their own. This bug was extremely difficult to catch because I was never able to reproduce it on my own. When a player commented about it recently, I decided to take another look since it had been a while. Heartworm uses Unity's new Input System, and I saw that we had set as composite bindings in the Move and Turn actions. After looking into it, I found that it's unlikely was actually ever used for any real input, and more than likely was picking up any HID device or driver - including virtual devices registered via driver software (audio, rgb, macros, etc.). Unity was likely guessing an axis center for these devices, normalizing it, and the result was the character moving seemingly on its own. Again, due to the nature of this bug and my inability to repro…
- Unity Security Update/Small Bug Fix Patch - 10 October 2025
Hi all, Due to the recently found potential security vulnerability in some Unity versions (https://unity.com/security/sept-2025-01) 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 anything weird.Other bug fixes include:Fixed player controls issue after LTS update - Enabled "input consumption" which is a new project setting that was added by the LTS updateFixed camera mods being deleted if you saved/loaded while camera was unequipped or stored in item boxFixed face material not changing in spider outro cutscene for certain costumes (i.e. tapekeeper costume)Fixed Statue enemy damage hitbox not being disabled sometimes after defeating themThanks,…
- Save/Load Hotfix - 2 October 2025
An issue was reported where sometimes loading the game would lead to a black screen. A player submitted their save file and I was able to solve the issue - turns out there was a minor reference error I had missed when adding the new camera mod. This hot fix should solve it. Thanks, Vincent
- Heartworm 1.1 Update - 29 September 2025
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 stricter management of resources and more careful decision-making in regard to when to fight or flee. (The original, normal difficulty of the game still exists, of course.) There are also a number of other additions and changes, outlined below: Patch Notes Gameplay: Introduced Hard/Challenge mode, selectable at the pre-game menu. Challenge mode: Increased static enemy HP by 25%. Challenge mode: Static Enemy slow chance increased to 50% (from 25%). Challenge mode: Significantly less health and ammo…
- The Heartworm 1.1 Update Release Date - 22 September 2025
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 flee. The original, normal difficulty of the game still exists, of course. Other notable features included in this update: A new camera mod to find: Long Exposure,Updates to the final boss fight to make it more challenging and more in line with the initial vision,Enemy balance adjustments,Steam trading cards,Various minor bug fixes and other tweaks,Also, alongside this update will come the much-requested official release of the Heartworm Soundtrack! I’m really excited to finally be able to share th…
- Heartworm Update - Version 1.0.4f7 - 14 August 2025
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 will continue to monitor for bugs, and if you haven't already, make sure to leave a review!Patch NotesBugfixesVarious puzzle fixesVarious map fixesFixed various typosFixed an issue where players could soft lock themselves behind shelves in the abandoned house basementVarious texture, trigger, and collision fixes in the NeighborhoodFixed Subway pillar collidersFixed some lighting issues in the WildernessFixed Hospital puzzle text cutoff in certain languagesFixed lighting in the Funeral Home and Sav…
- Heartworm is available now! - 31 July 2025
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 original demo to the Haunted PS1 demo disc, and if I hadn't done that I wouldn't have gotten messages from publishers... I want to thank everyone who has followed the game, wishlisted, subscribed to my Patreon, talked to their friends about it, and supported it in any way. I genuinely wouldn't have been able to do it without you; the interest you showed truly drove this project.I want to thank everyone who worked on the game:Michael, Leo, Yves, Jacob, Carlos, Goba, M, Suzi, Athan. The work you all p…
- Heartworm Launch Stream - 31 July 2025
Celebrate the launch of Heartworm with Phoebe as they stream the first hour of the game! You can check them out on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@PhoebzOrPhoebe
- Heartworm Release Date Announcement! - 10 July 2025
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 much, and put everything I could into creating something that myself and my team could be proud of. It has been a long and difficult process, but I am really excited to share this trailer and release date - and soon to finally be able to share Heartworm in full with you all. -Vincent Click here to wishlist now!
- Heartworm Release Window - 25 February 2025
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
- End of Year Development Update - 21 December 2024
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 improved textures from the original demo, the ability to enhance your camera with mods, and, most excitingly, a chance to play one of the boss fights from the game. Let's get a look at what we're here to talk about. Welcome to the Neighborhood If you've played either version of the demo, you're likely very familiar with The Neighborhood. But did you know there are still areas left to explore? When Sam enters Platt St. Deli, the rush of memories is instant. The store is so familiar—the shelves lined w…
- Heartworm Demo Playthrough & Dev Interview with Vincent and Soavecito - 14 October 2024
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!
- NEW Steam Next Fest Demo OUT NOW! - 14 October 2024
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's development process and the challenges of crafting an immersive nineties horror experience. Thanks for checking out or new demo, and be sure to Wishlist us on Steam for more future updates! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1257030/Heartworm/ Social Links: Vincent Adinolfi's Twitter DreadXP Tiktok DreadXP Twitter DreadXP Youtube DreadXP Instagram DreadXP Discord
- Post-PAX Development Update! - 16 September 2024
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 game. Check out the Wilderness In addition to showcasing the demo, we also wanted to give you a glimpse of some new environments you'll be able to explore in the game beyond The Neighborhood! During Sam's journey, they will find themselves lost in the dense Wilderness. What truths wait down the trail? As a comparison, here's a screenshot showing the pixelated filter on/off "I was so happy to be able to show off the new demo at PAX West and even more so to watch people enjoy it. Admittedly I am alw…
- Publisher Found / Kickstarter / 2025 - 6 February 2024
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 best ode to survival horror that I possibly can. A few things this means: - There is no kickstarter anymore. It was a backup plan had I not found publisher support. - Target release is 2025. I wish I could say it was coming this year, but with the delays we have had there's no choice but to push things back - I hope you can understand. I can't wait to show you more. Thanks always, Vincent
- Updates / Misfortune / Kickstarter coming soon - 25 October 2023
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 about 6 months. Unfortunately, as of last week, our publisher has decided to terminate our contract due to financial issues on their end, and as it stands we need a publishing agreement to finish Heartworm. I am working on that, and in communication with some possible partners, but this was really unexpected and now we are taking a huge financial hit. I really want to keep my team, and I need to be able to support them financially to do that, so I have decided to launch a Kickstarter soon. I am pos…
- Demo *Final* Update - 4.1 - 29 November 2022
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 damage changed controls to feel a bit more natural (inventory is also cancel, changed it to circle) fixed typo new music new sfx minor interaction and content additions bug fixes
- Retro survival horror Heartworm's demo has a great safe room - 3 November 2022
If our glowing Signalis review has you hungry for more retro-styled survival horror, do also check out the new demo for Heartworm . Inspired by classics like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, Heartworm is neat even before you learn it's almost entirely made by one person. It offers good times exploring a spooky house, bad times possibly trapped inside a neighbourhood in a VHS tape, and a very cosy time hanging out in the safe room. It is a lovely safe room. Read more
