- Lucky Update #13 - Patch 1.4.007 - 12 August 2025
Hello, Renovators! 👷♂️👻 We're finally ready to deploy our latest batch of bugfixes, quality of life improvements, and general polishing! Thank you for your patience, and we hope you enjoy this update! ːHeartsHHRː As a reminder, this update doesn't improve the visuals of our experimental DirectX 11 compatibility mode added in the previous patch. While this mode does allow more players to experience our game, we sadly cannot make it look as pretty as the DirectX 12 mode ːCryHHRː Here's a list of changes: Modified "No Mercy for the Spooky" and "The Closest Thing to a Harem Ending" achievements. Now they should be awarded after completing any location without performing a nice or a mean banishment (excluding tutorial locations). Made the "Greed" achievement unlock more reliably. Improved the ending detection. Now you should see the correct ending based on your choices in the game. In the…
- Update #12 - Patch 1.4.002 - Experimental DirectX 11 support - 13 June 2025
Hello, Renovators! 👷♂️👻 Today, we’re bringing you a long-awaited update, we've added experimental support for DX11! 🛠️ We know many of you have been waiting for this, and we're happy to finally let you test it out. However, please note that this is an experimental version of the game, launched separately from the Steam client. It will look different and may have issues not present in the DirectX 12 version of the game. That's why we are not changing our official system requirements listed on Steam – DirectX 12 is still required, as this is the DirectX version we can fully support. Here's how it works: When launching Haunted House Renovator, you'll now see two launch options: The top option launches the game with DirectX 12: this is the recommended and supported version. The bottom option runs the game with DirectX 11: this is the experimental version and may cause bugs or issues, es…
- Major Update - Patch 1.4.001 - 12 June 2025
Hello, Renovators! 👷♂️👻 We are back with a big update! 🛠️ We've been reading tons of your messages, ideas, and suggestions and we can't thank you enough for being such a creative and passionate community. It really means the world to us that so many of you want to help make Haunted House Renovator the best it can be! 💙 Today, we're proud to present a completely new tutorial experience! We have created an entirely new location designed specifically to guide you step by step through the game's core mechanics. Whether you're learning how to remove stains, banish ghosts, or redecorate haunted rooms, this tutorial will make sure you're fully prepared for the challenges ahead. For seasoned players, you can choose to skip the tutorial at any time via the pause menu. Here's the full list of changes and fixes included in this update: A new tutorial! Start a new game and you'll find yourself…
- Update #10 - Patch 1.3.209 (hotfix) - 4 June 2025
Hello, Renovators! 👷♂️👻 We have one more hotfix in store for you, since we noticed another issue that wasn't present in the game before Monday's patch. There's also another unrelated bugfix that made it in. Here is what's been changed in this patch: Fixed an issue that caused ceiling lights to fall off. Fixed an issue with destroyed lights not working correctly (or working when they shouldn't). Please keep sending in reports if you encounter anything strange. You can reach us on Discord or the Steam forums. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1917850/Haunted_House_Renovator/
- Update #9 - Patch 1.3.208 (hotfix) - 3 June 2025
Hello, Renovators! 👷♂️👻 Yesterday's patch introduced some bugs that we unfortunately didn't detect during testing. Backward compatibility is always very important to us, and we apologize for the issues we have caused. This hotfix should prevent them from happening again. Here is what's been changed in this patch: Fixed an issue that caused collectibles to spawn before the player takes a photograph of the Wraith Fixed an issue with the message 'MISSING STRING TABLE ENTRY' replacing proper quest names This fix doesn't solve the issue in locations that were saved after yesterday's patch #8. We're still looking for a solution for anyone already affected by this bug. Please keep sending in reports if you encounter anything strange. You can reach us on Discord or the Steam forums. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1917850/Haunted_House_Renovator/
- Update #8 - Patch 1.3.207 - 2 June 2025
Hello, Renovators! 👷♂️👻 In the last devlog, we mentioned that there wouldn't be any more patches for now... surprise! It turns out we've one more for you before the big update lands on June 12. But seriously, this is the final patch before the major update we're preparing! 😄 Here is what's been changed in this patch: Fixed an issue causing Shibas Ghostas to sometimes get stuck while looking for the player. Shibas Ghostas now always has different eye colors and animation depending on its mood (teal eyes if curious, red if angry, black if sleepy). Updated bestiary entry for Shibas Ghostas. Dog and rat cages added to the Bait section of the Shop. Task for removing broken furniture no longer includes doors. Fixed an issue that sometimes caused garbage to fall behind walls. Barely visible floor tiles near the fireplace in the starting apartment are no longer broken (so the player doesn't…
- Devlog #20 New things are coming - 27 May 2025
Hello, Renovators! 🛠️🏚️ We're coming to you with some exciting news from the world of Haunted House Renovator! While we're hard at work on a major feature, we've also prepared a few things we think you'll enjoy 🙌 Animated avatars and profile frames We've just added animated avatars and custom profile frames to the Steam Points Shop! There is something spooky for everyone. Go check them out and show your Haunted House Renovator pride! 💀 A new tutorial is coming We've been listening very closely to your feedback about the tutorial and we totally agree, it needs some renovation. 👷♀️ That's why we're currently working on a brand-new tutorial experience, designed from the ground up based on your suggestions. BUT! This is a big project. Like, really big. So we want to give you a heads-up: we may not be releasing any patches until the new tutorial is ready, as it's taking most of our dev…
- Update #7 - Patch 1.3.203 - 21 May 2025
Hello, Renovators! 👷♂️👻 We're thrilled to see that the previous update was well received and that our changes are making your gameplay experience better! We're not slowing down, and we've got another substantial list of fixes and improvements to make Haunted House Renovator even more enjoyable for you! Here's what's new in this patch: Mean banishments are unified! You can now banish any stationary haunting by destroying it with a hammaxe, banish any material moving haunting by shooting a net at it from the Launcher, or banish any immaterial moving haunting by using the Incorporeal Ghost Trap or upgrading the launcher with Ghost Nets and firing them. Dev comment - This change doesn't remove old banishment options - they are still there. However, if you don't feel like reading a bestiary entry, you can now banish a haunting without even taking a picture of it. Note that this counts as…
- Update #6 - Patch 1.3.199 - 14 May 2025
Hello renovators! 👷♂️ After a short break, we're back with exciting updates for Haunted House Renovator! 💥👻 This time it's not just the bug fixes. We're doing our best to make the game more approachable for everyone and this is our first line of changes that aim to achieve just that! Please let us know what you think of these changes either on the Steam forums or on our official Discord server! Here's what's been fixed or added: Wallpaper widget redesigned for better clarity! Now all the options are easily accessible, without being tucked away behind buttons! Fixed an issue caused by swapping between wall panels and wall tiles. Ambient hauntings (like light switches turning off) now stop after banishing the Wraith — previously, they only stopped if you banished all hauntings. Brush and Scrubber merged into one tool. Dev note: We've combined these tools to make the game more approach…
- Hotfix #5 - Patch 1.3.196 - 8 May 2025
Hello renovators! 👷♂️ Here's the latest list of fixes: The ghost cat now only needs to eat twice to satisfy its hunger and start looking for a new owner. The ghost trap (for incorporeal spirits) is now unlocked from the start and doesn't require an upgrade. The upgrade now reduces its cost. Food purchased from the shop no longer disappears after loading the game. Ambient hauntings no longer turn off the lights as frequently as before. Fixed an issue causing Buzzer Filther to not be photographed by the camera correctly. The song volume of the ending credits is now controlled by audio settings. Other small fixes. We also welcome Steam community items for Haunted House Renovator! 🎉👻 Here’s a sneak peek at the treasures waiting for you! Thank you for your ongoing support and feedback! 💙 Join our discord to chat with us directly! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1917850/Haunted_House_…
- Hotfix #4 - Patch 1.3.195 - 7 May 2025
Hello renovators! 👷♂️ Here we come with a pretty extensive list of fixes that many of you have been waiting for. We hope these improvements will make the game much more enjoyable! 🔧 Here’s what has been fixed: Added cat food and cat toys to the shop (though it's still too picky about food - we will work on that with it in a future patch). Optimized loading. Fixed the Pride achievement. Added missing Kickstarter backers to the ending credits. The bat-related quest now only appears when the player is in the same room as the bat. Fixed an issue where the staining ghost became active too early. Added butterfly sounds Destroyed objects with dirt are no longer counted towards "clean furniture" quests. Destroyed objects with dirt can no longer be cleaned and do not show the "clean object" hint. Fixed an issue with floor tiles in the Main Bathroom of the Painter's location. Added information…
- Hotfix #3 - Patch 1.3.194 - 5 May 2025
Hello renovators! 👷♂️ We are back with another round of fixes! Here's what has been updated: Taking a picture of a new Wraith will now automatically open its bestiary entry, even if you've previously photographed a different Wraith. Once all 5 Wraith-related items have been photographed, the relevant ritual information will now appear automatically. Wraith ritual entry will not spoil the correct solution if the player banished a different Wraith before moving on to the next. Lanternus Halloweenus now actually shines light around it when it assists the player as a pet/companion. Blank Canvas, Crystal Ball, and Book Stand are now correctly categorized under the Bait section in the Shop. The Bait category is now pinned to the top of the Shop and visually highlighted (just like the "Quest" category). Fixed an issue with keybindings not saving correctly. Tutorial wallpaper tasks no longer…
- Hotfix #2 - Patch 1.3.192 - 2 May 2025
Hello renovators! 👷♂️👻 Another day, another round of fixes! 🔧 Before we start, we would like to encourage you to continue reporting any bugs you find. You can do so on the Steam forums or on our Discord. We truly appreciate your support. Here’s what’s been addressed in today’s patch 1.3.192: The Shop tool now unlocks after destroying the first key-crystal. Banishing the tutorial staining ghost in a nice way now correctly completes the quest (previously, the quest was only completed if the spirit was caught in a trap). Updated light source limit values, which should now display the correct limit after entering a new map for the first time. Damaged and broken object scanner upgrade - now detects damaged and destroyed lamps. Fixed the loading screen animation. Added community items (pending approval from Steam). Other small fixes. We're working on improving the player onboarding experi…
- Hotfix #1 - Patch 1.3.191 is now live! - 1 May 2025
Hello renovators! 👷♂️ First of all, we'd like to thank you for all the bug reports you've submitted! They help us identify the areas that need our attention the most. ⚙️ Since yesterday, we've been hard at work fixing these issues. Some have already been resolved, and we're working as fast as possible to address the remaining ones. Please continue reporting any bugs you encounter on the Steam forums or on our Discord, it helps us prioritize and fix them quicker! We truly appreciate your support. If you're having any difficulties with the gameplay or something feels unclear, don't hesitate to reach out. We're more than happy to assist and clarify things for you! 🛠️ Here's the list of fixes included in this patch number 1.3.191: Sprinting (stamina) greatly improved Hauntings can no longer move shop-bought carpets into the ceiling or under the floor Every destroyed furniture should now…
- Haunted House Renovator is finally here! 👻🔨 - 30 April 2025
Hello, Renovators! 👷♂️👻 After three years of passionate development, our biggest project to date is now out in the world! Step into eerie mansions where dusty furniture and peeling wallpaper are the least of your worries... because not every resident is ready to let go of their haunted home. 🕯️💀 This release means everything to us, it's the heart and soul of our studio, and we truly hope it brings you hours of spooky fun, satisfying gameplay, and creative renovations! A massive THANK YOU to everyone who supported us along the way, believed in the project, and waited patiently for launch day. None of this would've been possible without you. ❤️ We wish you a chillingly good time and we'll see you inside the haunted halls! 🏚️✨ Make sure to check out our roadmap so you know what's coming next, we've got some exciting stuff planned! Join our discord to chat with us directly! https://st…
- Invitation to the Haunted house Renovator premiere - 29 April 2025
The countdown is on! Haunted House Renovator Launches TOMORROW! 👻🔨 Only hours separate us from the grand release of the biggest and most ambitious title in our studio's history. Haunted House Renovator has been a passion project over three years in the making and now, it's finally ready to see the light of day... or rather, the eerie glow of haunted mansions 😈 Over this time, we've crafted hundreds of concept arts and 3D models, written tens of thousands of lines of code, run countless tests, brainstormed for hours on end, and naturally consumed industrial quantities of coffee ☕ Now, it's YOUR turn to step inside the haunted halls and see what we've built. Here's what you can expect on launch day! Official release on Steam at 3 PM (CEST)! ⏳ We're kicking it all off with a special live stream, hosted by the one and only IssabelCosplay! You don't wanna miss this! Giveaways during the s…
- One week left until launch! - 23 April 2025
Only ONE week left until launch! 🎮👻 On Wednesday, April 30th, Haunted House Renovator opens its spooky doors to the world! Our team is working around the clock putting the final touches on the game to make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible. We're polishing, testing... and maybe dodging a few ghosts ourselves. 👀 Let's talk price 💰 We're super excited to reveal the base price of the game: $19.99 / €19.99 BUT! That's not the price you'll actually be paying at launch… 😉 Thanks to your incredible support, our wishlist has passed 70,000(!), which means the first community challenge goal has been reached! 🙌 As a thank you, Haunted House Renovator will launch next Wednesday with a 10% discount during the first week! 🎉💸 And the challenge isn't over yet! Keep spreading the word and get your friends to wishlist the game! The more wishlists, the more launch week rewards we'll unl…
- New launch date: April 30th - 15 April 2025
Hello Renovators 👷♂️ After much deliberation, we decided to move the release date of Haunted House Renovator to Wednesday, April 30th, 3PM CEST. We know many of you are excited to jump in, and trust us we can't wait to share it with you! But after watching gameplay shared by some influencers who already got a chance to try the game, we realized there are a few areas that could be improved to make the experience even more enjoyable. ✨ We want Haunted House Renovator to be the best it can possibly be and that means taking just a little more time to polish everything up. We hope you can hang in there with us for these two more weeks. We're sorry for the delay but we promise the game will be worth the wait! Thank you all so much for your support and understanding. It means the world to our team! 💙 Join our discord to chat with us directly! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1917850/Haunt…
- Roadmap and upcoming updates! - 11 April 2025
Hello Renovators! 👷♂️ The release of Haunted House Renovator is just a few days away! 🎉 Before you step through the doors of the first haunted apartment, we want to give you a sneak peek at our plans for the game’s future. Here's the roadmap for the next few months: While we’ve worked hard to make sure the game is in its best shape for launch, we know that there may be a few things we missed. For the first two weeks after release, we’ll be focusing on fixing any bugs reported by players. 🐛 In the following two weeks (roughly until mid-May), we’ll be working on improving the overall quality of the game. We’ll be addressing things like improving balance, quality of life improvements, and overall gameplay experience. 🔧 Step three will be delivering on the promise we made to our Kickstarter backers - introducing new types of hauntings and a helpful servant who will assist you in comple…
- Join the community challenge! - 10 April 2025
Hello Renovators! 👷♂️ It’s almost premiere time! We're counting down the days. The first players will begin renovating and ghost hunting on April 16th! To make the wait a bit more exciting, we've prepared a special challenge for you! What's it about? It’s really simple. All you need to do is add the game to your wishlist. If you've already done that, ask your friends and family to do the same! What's in it for you? By reaching specific goals, you’ll unlock a discount on the game, available for 7 days after launch! ⚠️ Important: The challenge only lasts until the day of the premiere! Ready to join the fun? 🎉 Join our discord to chat with us directly! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1917850/Haunted_House_Renovator/
