- The Riese Project Prologue – Stability & VR Optimization Update - 7 September 2026
Hi,I'm working hard to keep the game running as stable as possible. I've just released an update focusing on key bug fixes reported by you in recent reports.Anna's Room: Fixed a bug blocking interaction with the document, ensuring seamless operation of the inspection system.Forest: Fixed a critical bug causing the player to clip out of bounds upon entering the location.VR Optimization: Implemented further performance and stability improvements for virtual reality.General Fixes: Minor visual and audio polishes enhancing overall exploration quality.SUPPORT THE PROJECT: I am developing this game entirely on my own. If you want to help me further develop The Riese Project and speed up the progress, please support the project by checking out / purchasing the Early Access version.Technical Note: For optimal performance, I recommend deleting old save files before launching the game: C:\\Users\…
- Major Prologue Update: VR Support (Index / Vive) & Optimization - 2 September 2026
Hi!It's time to properly refresh the free Prologue. I've brought over a ton of fixes and improvements from the Early Access version to ensure this free introduction to the world of Riese shines as it should.What's new in the free Prologue:Valve Index & HTC Vive – full, native support and fixed controls.Solid optimization – the game runs much smoother, boosting VR immersion.Important technical note before starting: To fully enjoy the optimization, please delete your old save files before launching the game (path: C:\\Users\\ \\AppData\\Local\\RieseProject).My request to you (How can you help?) As a solo developer, I don't have the marketing budgets of large studios – my only PR department is you. If this update improved your experience, the best thing you can do for me is leave a review on Steam. Every positive voice is a powerful signal to the algorithms, giving this game a chance to su…
- Early Access Version: New Update - 28 August 2026
All my work on the game and current optimizations are focused on the Early Access version.Thank you for your support. — Sebastian (MasashigeDev)
- Early Access: Full Valve Index & HTC Vive Support - 14 January 2026
The Early Access version offers full support for Valve Index and HTC Vive controllers, including interactions, UI, and controls designed natively for VR. This is the best way to stay up to date with updates and upcoming stages of the project.Thank you for your support. — Sebastian (MasashigeDev)
- The Riese Project – Early Access is now available - 30 November 2025
The Riese Project is moving to its next stage. Starting today, Early Access is available on Steam.This is not a separate story. It’s the continuation and evolution of what began here – in the Prologue. From now on, it becomes part of the full game, leading further and deeper.If you own or follow the Prologue, you can add the main game to your wishlist here: 👉 It’s the best way to stay updated on new content and the next steps of the project.Thank you for your support. — Sebastian (MasashigeDev)
- Unlocked achievements (finally not only in spirit) - 17 November 2025
Hey everyone!Recently, some of you reported that two achievements in the Prologue – “Imperial March” and “Photoshoot” – refused to unlock. And yes, you were right. They didn’t just “not want to” — they simply refused to cooperate. ːsteamfacepalmːAfter the engine update, my achievement system did a backflip, crashed into the Steam API, and pretended it was the players’ fault. It wasn’t. It was mine. This is normal in development — sometimes something breaks after an engine update. What matters is that it’s now fixed and works properly.In this update I fixed everything and tested it the way I should have done from the start. If you previously tried to unlock something and the game acted like it didn’t know you — it won’t do that anymore. I read all your feedback — the kind ones, the constructive ones, and the ones that hit straight in the chest like a hammer. That’s how it is when you mak…
- The Riese Project – Early Access begins. - 15 November 2025
We’re beginning the next phase of The Riese Project — Early Access. Add the game to your Steam wishlist: We will continue developing The Riese Project within Early Access — step by step and openly. The Prologue will remain available for you, and we’ll keep refining it technically and linguistically. In Early Access, the story beneath the surface will start to emerge — naturally and in its own time. Thank you for being with us.
- The Riese Project – Prologue | Language Update: Russian - 10 November 2025
🕯️ The Riese Project – PrologueLanguage Update: RussianSome languages sound like memories. Today, another one has awakened in Riese — Russian.A voice joining the echoes of the tunnels, a story that knows no borders of language.Each new localization is more than translation. It’s another layer of immersion — a voice that lets you hear Riese differently. Along with it come improvements to gameplay, sound, and control.🔧 What’s new: – full Russian localization (interface, subtitles, dialogues) – improved Valve Index controller support – updated sound system and audio mix – further refinements to VR and FPP modes🌍 What’s next? The localization system keeps evolving. More languages are already in development — and you decide the direction. Your reviews, in any language, guide the way.The echoes of Riese continue. And every word you share tells me you’re still listening.
- The Riese Project – Prologue | Technical Update - 5 November 2025
🕯️ The Riese Project – PrologueTechnical UpdateNot every change needs to be loud to be heard. This update brings a few quiet improvements that make Riese run smoother — and feel better.I fixed issues related to sound and collisions. I adjusted several elements that didn’t behave as they should. The result: a more stable and consistent experience — in VR and on screen alike.I didn’t add new words. I refined the ones already there.🔧 What’s new: – fixed sound-related bugs – collision corrections – general stability improvementsEven the smallest echo matters.
- The Riese Project – Prologue | Language Update: German - 2 November 2025
🕯️ The Riese Project – PrologueLanguage Update: GermanIn Riese, every echo has its own accent. Today, a new one joins the silence — German.It’s another voice in the same corridors, another way to hear a story that refuses to be forgotten.This update isn’t just new words. It brings refinements that make sound, motion, and atmosphere flow more seamlessly — both in VR and on screen. Riese breathes deeper now. Runs smoother. Speaks louder.🔧 What’s New: – Full German localization (UI, subtitles, dialogues) – Improved stability and performance – Further VR refinements🌍 What’s Next? The localization system keeps growing — and you decide where it goes next. Leave a review, share your voice. Your words will shape where the echo of Riese travels next.Play. Listen. Answer the echo.
- The Riese Project – Prologue | Language Update: Spanish - 27 October 2025
🕯️ The Riese Project – PrologueLanguage Update: SpanishSome stories find their own way to be told. Today — they begin to speak in Spanish.From the very beginning, I knew that The Riese Project had to speak not only through visuals and sound, but also through language. That the echo of these tunnels should be understood by anyone willing to step inside.This update is not just a new localization. It’s another step in refining the entire system that will soon allow the game to be available in more languages. I’m working on a translation pipeline — for both text and voice-over — that’s automated and ready to expand into additional language versions.In the background, optimization continues. Each update brings improvements to performance, loading, and audio quality. The entire game has migrated from Bink Audio to RAD Audio, resulting in cleaner sound without any loss of FPS.We’re not adding…
- There… something trembles. Something calls again. - 22 September 2025
Where the silence of the corridors is broken by the echo of footsteps, the Prologue keeps transforming.Today’s update brings not only smoother gameplay and higher FPS, but also new refinements in visuals and sound.🔧 What’s new in this updateOptimizationsignificantly improved performance in VR,resolved frequent stuttering issues,enhanced overall stability.👉 It’s not the summit yet – but a big step forward.Graphics & Audionew visual effects and artistic tweaks,additional sound elements to enrich the atmosphere.💬 The role of the PrologueFrom the very beginning, The Riese Project – Prologue has been a dialogue with players. The full version of the game remains in the shadows – which is why here you have a direct impact on the shape of the entire project. This is where we test solutions, listen to feedback, and implement changes.🌌 The personal side of this projectThe Riese Project was bo…
- 01.08.2025 — finally, a sign? - 1 August 2025
A year ago, she disappeared. Since then — silence. Until now.🧭 *Played it? Leave a review.* 👁 *Haven’t yet? The Prologue is FREE.*
- 🙌 Happy gaming! - 10 August 2024
Dear Players 🚗💨 We’ve rolled in with a new price: FREE 💰 If you want to appreciate our work - leave 📝 reviews 📝 This small activity is of great importance for our small Indie Team 🌟 best regards and many thanks !!! Real Invented Studio Team
- The Riese Project Prologue for Free! - 23 July 2024
Dear Players, Our game is about uncovering mysteries. For our team, these discoveries are multi-dimensional. We've just discovered that "free" is a great price! :) :) :) Yes, yes - many of you knew this already, but well, we have our flaws, and some obvious things take a while to sink in. Anyway, better late than later, and: We have great news for you! We've decided that The Riese Project Prologue will be available for free. We want more people to join our mysterious adventure and share their feedback to help us work on the full version. From the beginning, we treated the prologue as an introduction to the full version and a way to communicate with you. We regularly add new updates that show what we're working on. The prologue is our little dialogue between us and you, the players, and we want as many people as possible to participate. Dear Player - if you bought the game earlier, you a…
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- New Update Now Available! - 11 March 2024
Dear Players, Another Prologue update marks another step in our journey towards the full game release. In addition to immersing you in the history of the Riese complex, we're excited to showcase our progress in developing the full version of The Riese Project. This update introduces controller support for the FPP mode, a feature frequently requested by you. We'd love to hear your feedback - do the mapped buttons meet your expectations, or do you have other suggestions? Currently, we've focused on Xbox controller compatibility, but we believe the PlayStation controller will also work seamlessly. We regularly add new graphics and audio elements to enhance your experience in both FPP and VR modes. Wishing you happy gaming! 🎮 Real Invented Studio Team
- New Price! Dive into the world of The Riese Project Prologue for less! - 27 February 2024
Dear Players, We are trying to reach the widest possible audience with the Riese Project. The prologue not only serves as an introduction to our game but also acts as a progress indicator in our work towards the full version. The invaluable feedback from players directs our actions and inspires us to further improvements. In response to your suggestions, we have introduced the FPP mode and continue to update the game, adding new elements that will also be part of the final version. Additionally, in response to player feedback, we have decided to lower the price of the prologue so that even more people can experience our game and participate in its development process. Like most of you, we believe that "free" is the best price 🙂 . Unfortunately, as a small studio, we need to finance our work in some way so that its effects bring satisfaction to you and enable our team to focus on its qu…
- New Game Mode: First Person Perspective (FPP) Added! 🎮 - 23 February 2024
We are incredibly excited to announce the long-awaited update to "The Riese Project Prologue"! 🎉 We introduce the FPP mode! Now both VR players and fans of traditional gameplay can explore the secrets of the Riese complex in full glory. 🌟 The new FPP mode opens up completely new perspectives for exploration and discovery, while preserving all the unique aspects that VR players love. 🌐 With the introduction of this mode - as we regularly do since the game's release - we have added further improvements and fixes to provide you with even more satisfying experiences. We can't wait to hear your feedback, suggestions, and criticism, which help us determine the direction of our project's development! 📈 With the new update, we have decided to remove the Potato mode. The Prologue serves as an introduction and a reflection of our work on the full version of The Riese Project, also setting the…
