- The Dracula Fallen Demo Is Coming — Creator Program Now Active - 28 September 2026
We’re excited to officially announce the upcoming Demo for ‘Harrowed World: Dracula Fallen, as well as the launch of the Creator Program! After a lot of work behind the scenes, we’re finally ready to start getting the game into the hands of players and creators. About the Game Dracula has been resurrected in modern nights Los Angeles. Separated from his home by oceans and time itself, he must come to grips with a new world while his survival hangs in the balance. The game is a vampire interactive horror novel with RPG elements, combining a branching narrative with roleplaying mechanics and meaningful choices. To be clear, both the demo and the full game are entirely text based, with only a small number of HUD elements used to display important information such as Blood, Vitality (health), and other key indicators. If you enjoy interactive fiction, narrative driven games, horror, vampire…
- Dracula Takes Centre Stage: Dev Updates, Updated Screenshots & Trailer - 27 August 2026
IntroductionThe night has been quiet for a little while, but beneath the surface, things have been stirring.Some of what follows has been mentioned previously on Discord and social media, but we wanted to bring everything together in one place, expand on a few details, and offer a glimpse at what is happening behind the scenes.Updates have been somewhat slower over the past few months. Part of this has been due to the heat, which has made development considerably more difficult at times, but the bigger reason is that much of what we’re currently working on is more involved and requires additional time and attention. As always, we’d rather take the time to get things right than rush something out before it’s ready.Progress may sometimes be difficult to see from the outside, particularly when we're working on things that aren't quite ready to show. But behind the scenes, Harrowed World co…
- Have Your Say: Vampiric Abilities – Carrion Arts Part 3: Communal - 4 June 2026
With the Cognate Carrion Arts covered in Part 2, it’s time to move beyond the powers tied to your vampiric bloodline. Communal Carrion Arts are abilities that any vampire can learn, regardless of the Legacy they belong to. Under the current design, you will be able to choose up to three Communal Carrion Arts during character creation, allowing for far greater freedom in shaping your vampire’s strengths and playstyle. If you haven’t already, we recommend reading Part 1 and Part 2 before continuing. At this stage, the core identities and themes behind each Carrion Art are firmly established, along with their place within the setting. However, the individual Artifices within them are still evolving as development continues. That means many details remain flexible. Artifices effects, mechanics, progression, and even some names may change over time as we refine the system. What matters most…
- Have Your Say: Vampiric Abilities – Carrion Arts Part 2: Cognate - 22 May 2026
Content Warning: Contains references to abuse and suicide. Do not read if you will find this upsetting or offensive.Picking up from Part 1, Cognate Carrion Arts are the supernatural abilities tied directly to your Legacy, the vampiric bloodline your character descends from. Each Legacy grants access to one particular Cognate Carrion Art, reflecting the nature of that bloodline. If you haven’t already, we recommend reading Part 1 before continuing. While the Carrion Arts themselves, their themes, identities, and how they are tied to specific Legacies, are firmly established, the individual Artifices within them are still open to change. Individual Artifices, mechanics, and even names may change over time, though they will always remain true to the overall theme of the Carrion Art they belong to. Your feedback is an important part of this process. We want to hear what stands out to you, w…
- Unleash Your Inner Vampire – Vampire Horror RPG Character Creation - 7 May 2026
Introducing the Early Prototype Showcase of Character Creation for ‘Harrowed World: Portents In Red’, our Modern Vampire Narrative Horror RPG, currently in development. There’s not much to add, just a reminder this is an early prototype and far from final. We’ll be expanding customisation options, including a wider range of skin tones and clothing.With Thanks To Our Paid Patreon MembersVanguard:NildenosajAdvocatus:LivZombiHaydyn Williams Become a Free or Paid Member now to kept up to date on development and gain exclusive perks:https://www.patreon.com/cw/HarrowedWorld/membershipEven free members gain access to our Discord server.
- Have Your Say: Vampiric Abilities – Carrion Arts Part 1: Overview - 5 May 2026
Carrion Arts are what vampires in Harrowed World call their supernatural abilities. They are the unnatural gifts that separate predator from prey. These are not just abilities you equip. They are expressions of your vampiric nature. Some are tied to your Legacy, ancient, guarded, and passed down through bloodlines. Others are shared, adapted, or stolen over time. Together, they form the foundation of how your character interacts with the world… and how the world responds in kind. While some preliminary work has started, we want to involve you before things are too far along. We’ll first be gathering feedback from our relevant paid Patreon members, then opening the discussion up to everyone, so you can truly have your say in shaping these powers. Since there’s a lot to cover, we’ll be breaking this topic into multiple parts. In this first post, we’ll outline the planned structure of Carr…
- You will Obey – Vampire Servants Explained - 26 March 2026
Watch the video or read the transcript below:What does it mean to serve a monster?An accomplice, a servant... a slave.Humans serving vampires is a common sight throughout popular culture, from Renfield in Dracula or Knock if you’re nasty, to the ghouls of Vampire: The Masquerade, the thralls of Skyrim, and the familiars seen in Blade.It stands to reason that creatures who prey upon and seek to dominate humans would also keep some as servants.In Harrowed World, they are called doxies. Each one is bound to a vampire, referred to as their dominus, by a disturbing act called the Binding. The vampire produces a thick black mucus like substance known as doxian, which can be released voluntarily from the mouth or a wound. The substance must be consumed by or injected into the human. Due to its repulsive taste, few will consume it willingly.The doxian embeds itself inside the body, binding them…
- Monster and Doctor – Vampire RPG Character First Look - 2 February 2026
Artwork RevealBefore we get onto the character reveal, here’s the first look at new artwork showcasing powerful vampire leader Bella Quillan. She is the vanguard of the Isle of Gallow in 'Harrowed World: Portents In Red', our Modern Gothic Vampire RPG, currently in development. She is draped in a bloodstained gown and wearing a mask, framed by a modern gothic cityscape. Her eyes blaze purple, alive with vampiric power.Character RevealDr Duncan Oswald (formally Lord Dr Duncan Richard Edwin-Oswald) is the new advocatus and master of the Kerrogan Collective on the Isle of Gallow. Duncan is also the protagonist of Duncan's Story, part of 'Harrowed World: What's Past Is Portents', our Episodic Vampire Narrative Game. See the character reveal below: As the reluctant new master of the local Kerrogan he oversees a group of apprentices, pupils in often brutal disciplines of science, who may not…
- Thanks to our new Advocatus and Vanguard Members! - 22 January 2026
It’s the first full month of the Harrowed World Patreon and we officially have our second paid member! Thank you to LivZombi our first Advocatus member (second highest paid level) and Nildenosaj, our first Vanguard member (highest paid level)! If you’re into vampires, creatures & you wish to support indie creations, including an RPG, this is your summons. Free members get regular updates and access to our Discord server, while paid members get exclusive perks. Become a Free or Paid Member now:https://www.patreon.com/cw/HarrowedWorld/membership
- Harrowed World Shrouded 2025 – End of Year Reflection - 31 December 2025
Another year at an end. It’s been a long year, personally especially. As many of you may know, near the start of this year I lost my mum to cancer. With that tragic loss, came many changes, that I’m still adjusting to. From new financial restraints to a very different Christmas period. I share this not to garner sympathy, but simply to explain my current situation. I’m not a big sharer but at the same time I’m not big with secrets either. On the positive side, we released the Story Pack for ‘Harrowed World: What’s Past Is Portents’, our Episodic Vampire Narrative Game, with the premiere tale ‘Duncan’s Story’, it’s narrative incidentally revolving around grief and loss, something that allowed me to draw from my own feelings. I found writing Duncan’s Story to be very therapeutic and its release represents the fulfilment of another announced release. We ran a successful Creator Program, to…
- Season’s Greetings from the Vampire Duncan - 22 December 2025
A Christmas (or Holidays if you prefer) greeting from the vampire Dr Duncan Oswald, for all those who celebrate.Duncan is the protagonist of Duncan's Story, part of 'Harrowed World: What's Past Is Portents', our Episodic Vampire Narrative Game, and he's an important figure in 'Harrowed World: Portents In Red', our Modern Gothic Vampire RPG.With thanks to Jeremiah Billing returning to record this special message.
- Harrowed World Comes To Patreon – Vampire RPG & More - 15 December 2025
Like so many indie developers before us, we’ve answered the call. Our Patreon has awakened. Within, you’ll find multiple membership tiers bearing ornate, lore inspired names, shadowed descriptions, and exclusive perks for those willing to pledge themselves. Even the uninitiated may enter, free membership grants access to our Discord server, a place to gather among fellow creatures of the night. If you’re into vampires, supernatural creatures, and if you wish to help bring new independent creations to life with fresh original lore, including a Modern Gothic Vampire RPG video game, then this is your summons. Changes to the Newsletter and DiscordThe interest form previously used to request access to the Discord server has been laid to rest. New members are now asked to post a brief introduction upon joining the server to receive full access and avoid removal. The newsletter will no longer…
- Introduction with a Vampire – Harrowed World Vampires Explained - 17 November 2025
Watch the video or read the transcript below:Well, I hate to break it to you but you’re dead.At least you were briefly.What you are now, it’s a little harder to say. Simply put you’re a vampire.Risen from legend into the cold dark night.We call ourselves Vetostryx, after the undead emperors of old. It’s Time To Believe In Monsters, because you are one. LegaciesAs a Vetostryx, you belong to a Legacy, a bloodline composed of vampires descending from a progenitor known as a Revenant.Revenants are unique in that they are the only vampires who are not passaged by another vampire.A Legacy is passed down from legator to legatee, and each Legacy shares a signature animal form that all its members can transform into.Different regions tend to have their own predominant Legacies.On the Isle of Gallow, and in Britain more broadly, these Legacies are the most common:Annwnian: Dream hounds said to be…
- Harrowed World Tabletop – Dark New Era of TTRPG Begins - 20 October 2025
Harrowed World is taking a bold step into the realm of dice, character sheets, and imagination. Work has officially begun on a tabletop roleplaying game adaptation of the dark gothic setting, tentatively titled Harrowed World Tabletop. While the name may change as development progresses, the project promises to deliver an immersive experience that captures the haunting beauty and deep depths of Harrowed World in a new way. Bringing Harrowed World to the Table(top)The upcoming TTRPG will adapt the lore of Harrowed World for pen and paper play, starting with the insidious vampires of the setting. Players will step into the shadows as these immortal predators, navigating ancient power struggles, secret pacts, and blood-soaked intrigue. But vampires are only the beginning. Over time, Harrowed World Tabletop will expand to include the full array of creatures that populate the world, from mag…
- Your First Bite – Vampire RPG Feeding Showcase - 25 September 2025
We’re thrilled to reveal our Feeding Showcase for ‘Harrowed World: Portents In Red’, our upcoming Modern Gothic Vampire RPG. Feeding is the lifeblood of the vampire experience, and this showcase is your first true look at how your thirst and hunger will shape the night. What You’ll SeeFeeding in our game is more than a mechanic. It’s survival, allure, and horror all in one act. In this showcase, you’ll witness:The Act of Feeding – Stalking, luring, and taking that first bite.Atmosphere & Style – Step into the modern gothic Harrowed World brought to life through sound, animation, and mood.Player Perspective – Feeding as the predator, where choice and temptation meet survival. We’ve polished the animations, refined the tension, and sharpened the bite. Now it’s ready for you to see. Why Feeding MattersVampires are defined by their thirst and hunger. How you choose to satisfy it, and the co…
- Bella Quillan Character Reveal and Vampiric Abilities - 15 June 2025
Character RevealAs promised, here’s the character reveal you’ve all been waiting for, introducing a key figure in ‘Harrowed World: Portents In Red’, our Modern Gothic Vampire RPG currently in development. Bella Quillan is the undisputed leader of the vampires who call the Isle of Gallow home, at least those aligned with the alliance that governs their secret society. Beautiful, commanding, and impossibly powerful, she embodies deadly elegance and the heart of a storm. Featuring the voice of Trynity Byrd aka Psychedel. Music from 'Harrowed World: Portents In Red' Official Soundtrack Composed by Stefan Sima. Check out the video below:Carrion Arts - Vampiric AbilitiesBelow are the various Carrion Arts, vampiric abilties, being worked on for 'Harrowed World: Portents In Red'. HeartstoneHeartstone is a Carrion Art that all vampires share but it manifests slightly differently depending on you…
- Story Pack DLC for 'Harrowed World: What's Past Is Portents' Announcement - 27 April 2025
Behold the screenshot reveal for ‘Duncan’s Story’, a part of the Story Pack DLC (coming soon) for ‘Harrowed World: What’s Past Is Portents’ (see below)! Please note: This DLC will be delivered in an episodic format. A single purchase grants access to all five stories as they release. ‘Duncan’s Story’ is available at launch, with the remaining tales arriving in future updates. As Steam only requires one screenshot for DLC, I will likely only add one screenshot per story, as they come out. Not only am I revealing a brand-new screenshot today, I'm also excited to announce that the DLC page is now live on Steam and available to wishlist! Wishlisting is completely free and makes a huge difference. Every wishlist signals interest to Steam and helps the DLC reach more players. If you're excited for what's coming, please consider adding it to your list, it really helps! Step deeper into a world…
- From Bloodlines to Lovecraft: Inspirations Behind Our Vampire RPG and World - 18 March 2025
With the resounding success of our closed demo and ongoing development of both ‘Harrowed World: Portents In Red’, our modern gothic vampire RPG and the DLC stories for ‘Harrowed World: What’s Past Is Portents’, our gothic vampire visual novel, we wanted to pull back the curtain and share some of the inspirations that shape our world, one steeped in gothic horror, supernatural intrigue, and the eldritch unknown. The Legacy of Bloodlines & Gothic RPGsThere is perhaps no greater cult classic in vampire RPG history than Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines. A game that, despite its age, remains the quintessential experience of navigating the treacherous underworld of the undead. Bloodlines mastered atmospheric storytelling, weaving its narrative through unforgettable dialogue and a darkly immersive Los Angeles. Though time has worn its edges, its spirit still lingers in our hearts, and we s…
- No Rest for the Immortal – Dev Update on our Modern Gothic Vampire RPG - 25 February 2025
The shadows stir, and with them, so does our vision. We recently released a closed demo for ‘Harrowed World: Portents In Red’, our modern gothic vampire RPG, to a select group of testers, and I wanted to take a moment to reflect, and share what’s next.A Look at the Closed DemoGood news! The feedback from the closed demo has been overwhelmingly positive. Every participant left as excited, or more so, for the full game. That’s the kind of response that keeps the (definitely human) blood pumping in our veins, drives us forward, and reassures us that we’re on the right path. Throughout this article, you’ll find a few short clips from the demo, offering you a glimpse of what’s to come. What’s Next?The road ahead is long, but the path is clear. While there’s still work to be done, much is already in motion behind the scenes, we’re simply not ready to pull back the curtain just yet. That said,…
- Wishlist Harrowed World: What's Past Is Portents On Steam Now! - 14 April 2024
‘Harrowed World: What's Past Is Portents’ is dark gothic vampire visual, intended to compliment ‘Harrowed World: Portents In Red’, the vampire RPG currently in development, by introducing you to factions and characters. Step into a dark and unforgiving world where vampires pull the strings of humanity. You are not the hero, you are not the villain, you are nothing but a pawn in schemes that you cannot even begin to understand. Become enthralled by the insidious immortals that have secretly dominated world affairs for centuries in this captivating narrative experience, elegantly presented in a gothic-style visual novel format. ‘Harrowed World: What’s Past Is Portents’ is available to wishlist now on Steam and will launch for FREE later this year!
