- The main story has now been fully completed - 3 July 2026
Dear players,The main story of The Heiress has now been fully completed.Thanks to the recent feedback from players, we have also fixed a number of issues affecting the game experience, including certain CGs not unlocking properly, some endings being too difficult to access, readability issues in specific text sections, and problems with unlocking all Steam achievements.Next, we will continue with a full proofreading. Based on feedback from EA players, we will also make further edits, additions, and refinements to parts of the main story.The English version will be updated after this work is complete. It is currently expected to arrive around December.Thank you very much for your patience and support. We hope to eventually present a more complete, polished, and collectible version of the game.DOMUS AUREA
- A look at our plans for the English release - 30 June 2026
Dear Players,Thank you for your patience and continued support.With the completion of the Mika Route, the main story of the game has now reached its conclusion. In the second half of this year, we will officially release the English version of the game and continue improving its localization.Our plans for the second half of the year include:Releasing the English version and continuing to refine the localizationAdding several side stories and epiloguesImplementing the Scene Gallery featureReleasing the official Art & Lore BookReleasing the Original SoundtrackCompleting iOS certificationEnabling Steam Cloud supportReleasing Steam Community ItemsContinuing to improve the game based on player feedbackAdding practical quality-of-life features suggested by the communityAfter the updates and optimizations listed above have been completed, we plan to leave Early Access later this year.Thank you…
- Major Update in Progress - 8 June 2026
Dear players,A major content update for Malleus Cocconum: The Heiress has now begun.At the current stage, you can continue to experience Antonio’s route and the existing main story content. This update also includes an improved Glossary system, which is now available in the game.Please note that the Glossary system requires starting a new game in order to collect entries properly.The English version of Mika Route is still in development, and we plan to complete the English content update before the Steam Autumn Sale.Thank you for your patience and support during Early Access. We will continue to update the game, fix issues, and improve the overall experience based on player feedback.DOMUS AUREA
- The English version of the Antonio route is now fully uploaded - 19 December 2025
The English version of the Antonio route is now fully uploaded. The story is complete and playable through to the ending.The language is still being refined. This update focuses on improving clarity and tone, and I’ll continue polishing the writing going forward. Since the story is set in a British boarding school, accuracy in language and atmosphere matters to me, and I’d rather keep refining it than treat the current version as final.Since May, this project has been developed as a solo project, and decisions and pacing are handled accordingly.If you previously only played the first one or two chapters, I strongly recommend starting a new playthrough. The game is still in Early Access, and earlier builds were made before the endings were implemented. Loading old saves may result in unexpected bugs or issues with reaching certain endings.The Antonio route contains six final endings and…
- The English Version of the Antonio Route Will Be Released on December 14 - 2 December 2025
Dear players,With the full Antonio Route now complete, we have officially entered the producting phase of the Mika Route. This new route will explore deeper truths, reveal long-buried secrets, and expand the world of Malleus Cocconum far beyond what has been shown so far.Below is our current roadmap for upcoming updates:2025December 14, 2025Release of the complete English and Traditional Chinese versions of the Antonio Route.December 19, 2025Participation in the Steam Winter Sale.December 2025 – January 2026Finalize the Mika Route script and complete pre-production tasks.2026January – March 2026Full production of the Mika RouteRelease of teasers & a player guideApril 2026 (Estimated)Release of the Complete Simplified Chinese Version, including:Glossary SystemFull Music Room (Music Appreciation mode)June – July 2026 (Estimated)Release of the Complete English & Traditional Chinese Version…
- 新增内容：四个短篇故事 - 19 November 2025
This is a small content update, introducing four new short stories, several new features, and a first-time language selection screen. Below is a full overview of what’s included in this update:New Content: Four Short StoriesYou can now read four new stories, each unlocked through its corresponding stamp:The NunThe FaustsThe Truth RevealedA Glass of AbsintheEach story contains clues and narrative fragments connected to different parts of the main storyline. We hope you enjoy exploring them.The short stories are currently available in Simplified Chinese only. They will be updated with the English and Traditional Chinese versions when the full Antonio route localization is released.New Features & Improvements1. New “Delete” Button in the Save/Load MenuPreviously, you could delete a save only by hovering over it and pressing the Delete key.Now, a dedicated delete button has been added to ea…
- Achievement Fix - 9 October 2025
We've just fixed a new issue that was preventing some achievements from unlocking.Now, all achievements for the Antonio route should be working properly!If you previously encountered issues, try reloading a relevant save or replaying the related branch — the achievements should unlock as expected.Thank you again for your patience and feedback ❤️Domus Aurea
- Minor Patch Notes (Antonio Route) - 1 October 2025
We've just released a small patch addressing the following issues:Fixed an issue where some oil paintings could not be unlocked. To access the fixed paintings, you’ll need to start a new playthrough.Fixed a bug where the “Graduate” Steam achievement would not unlock. Simply loading your most recent save should now trigger the achievement properly.Fixed an audio bug where Mrs. Merrick’s theme only played in the left audio channel. The track is now in full stereo as intended.Corrected some typos and text issues in Chapter One (Simplified Chinese).Thank you again for all your reports and support. More improvements are on the way!
- Thank you for walking with us through Early Access. - 24 September 2025
Dear players,We’ve finally completed all endings of the Antonio route.This is the first game I’ve ever made, and I know it’s far from perfect. There are many places that feel immature, many things I wish I could’ve done better. Early Access was never meant to be a finished version — there were always going to be changes along the way.Back in May, when our second producer left the team, I became the sole developer behind this project. That means I haven’t been able to reply to every message, or keep up with every platform, or run proper promotions.But you stayed.You played the EA version, left comments, shared it with friends… You saw something in this story, believed it was worth continuing, and kept waiting. And for that — I’m deeply grateful.To me, EA players are not just “players.” You are the ones who witnessed this story grow, and watched me grow alongside it.🍂 Upcoming Plans: Aut…
- The English version of Antonio’s major update is scheduled for November. - 19 September 2025
Dear players,The Antonio route update is almost ready. We’re currently fixing the final bugs and polishing stability to make sure the experience is smooth for everyone.For this reason, the update will be released on Tuesday, September 23, instead of this Friday. Thank you for your patience and understanding—we want to deliver the story to you in the best possible form.For our international community: the English version of Antonio’s major update is scheduled for November. This will include the complete storyline along with the glossary feature to help you piece together the world’s mysteries.Domus Aurea
- Major Update: Antonio Route - 12 September 2025
Dear players,We’ve officially begun updating the Antonio route. Chapter by chapter, the story will unfold, and the full route will be completed on September 19.For our international community: the English version of Antonio’s major update is scheduled for November. This will include the complete storyline along with the glossary feature to help you piece together the world’s mysteries.Thank you to all Early Access players for your support and companionship. Every comment, every bit of feedback, reminds us why we’re building this world. I truly believe we will reach the true ending of this story together. ❤️Domus Aurea
- Antonio Route Play Guide - 29 August 2025
⚠️ Content WarningThis update contains strong adult themes which may be disturbing to some players, including but not limited to:Violence and crime depictionsSexual violence and suggestive contentReligious horror imageryShocking visual and audio effectsEthical controversiesMoral dilemmas and depictions of human darkness👉 This game is not recommended for minors. Please carefully consider your personal comfort level before playing.Playtime & RecommendationReaching any ending in Antonio’s route takes about 20 hours.Completing all endings takes about 25 hours.Since the game is still in Early Access, after this major update we strongly recommend resetting your game from the main menu settings and starting again from Chapter One. (This will reset all collected progress.)Story Experience & HintsReaching a final ending means you have made the right choices through every scheme and act of malic…
- Full Antonio Route Coming in September - 13 July 2025
Dear players,I’m Dan, the lead developer of this game. We’re currently working on Chapter 4, and with this post, I’d like to speak to you more personally—about what’s been happening behind the scenes, and what lies ahead.Over the past few months, a lot has changed in my life. I moved to a new home. I ended a three-year relationship. My co-developer, Imiýta, left the team due to personal reasons. A close family member was diagnosed with cancer and underwent surgery.And yet, through it all, I never stopped working on this project. In a way, this game has become my emotional anchor. What keeps me going isn’t just passion—it’s your anticipation. It’s every comment, every walkthrough, every fan illustration and piece of merch that reminds me: this world we’re building matters to someone out there.We are still on track to release the full Antonio route on September 12 in Simplified Chinese. I…
- Major Update Preview - 14 May 2025
Dear players, Thank you for your continued support of Malleus Cocconum: the Heiress! We'd like to take this opportunity to share our current development progress and what lies ahead in future updates. Current Progress We are now focusing on Chapter 3 of the story. This chapter will introduce branching paths, hidden routes and scenes, as well as more animation and interactive elements. Here’s our tentative schedule: •Chapter 3: Estimated completion in May •Chapter 4: Estimated completion in June •Chapter 5 + Antonio’s 4 main endings + 2 hidden endings + optional side route ending: Estimated completion in July Once you complete all of Antonio’s endings and hidden routes, you will gradually uncover: •The secrets behind Arenda’s family •The truth behind the strange occurrences at the school We’ve chosen to release the full Antonio route all at once, rather than updating chapter by chapter,…
- First EA Update - 22 February 2025
Thank you to all our players for your feedback—your support makes this game even better! This update addresses multiple bugs and introduces new features to improve your gameplay experience. Update Details Bug Fixes 1. Fixed typos in both Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese versions. 2. Language recognition improvement: The game will now detect the system language and allow adjustments via the Steam library. If your game still starts in the wrong language, please select the fourth option in the main menu to change it and let us know. 3. Fixed Quick Menu disappearing issue and added Immersive Mode (you can choose to display the menu only when hovering or keep it always visible). This feature requires a new game start and does not work with old save files. 4. Fixed occasional text button movement in the Simplified Chinese main menu when hovering. 5. Fixed an issue where Itch.io play…
- Happy Lunar New Year! - 5 February 2025
Happy Lunar New Year, everyone! May this Year of the Snake bring you good fortune, happiness, and an amazing gaming experience! Thank you for supporting Malleus Cocconum, and we’re thrilled to have you with us on this journey. March 3-10: We’ll be part of the Visual Novel Fest! Bug fixes for the EA version will be released before this event. After the Spring Sale, a major update will arrive with new content and improvements! Thank you for being part of our community! We hope our game continues to bring you joy in the new year! Domus Aurea
- Guidelines for Recording and Creative Content - 21 January 2025
Dear Players, Thank you for playing Malleus Cocconum: the Heiress and for the love you’ve shown us! We wholeheartedly welcome you to share your passion for this game through video commentary, fan art, written works, and other creative expressions! These creations mean the world to us and help introduce the game to even more people. To protect the game’s content, we do not encourage uploading unoriginal, pure walkthrough recordings. If we notice such videos on platforms (e.g., YouTube or Bilibili), we will contact you to request their removal. If your creations contain spoilers about the game’s story, we kindly ask that you wait at least one month after major updates before publishing them, so as not to impact the exploration experience of other players. If you’d like to recommend Malleus Cocconum: the Heiress on social media, we encourage you to share posts, screenshots, or other creati…
- Known Issues and Fixes Announcement - 20 January 2025
Thank you for your love and support for Malleus Cocconum: the Heiress! We have received some valuable feedback from players, and here are the bugs we've identified along with our plans to fix them. Bug Overview 1.Default Language Setting Issue: For English-speaking players, the game defaults to Simplified Chinese. Until this issue is resolved, please manually select the fourth option in the main menu to switch the language. 2.MacBook Launch and Achievement Issues: Some MacBook users have experienced the following problems due to Steam mistakenly identifying the game as a 32-bit program: The game cannot be launched from the Steam Library (requires launching from the local files). Steam achievements cannot be unlocked, and playtime is not recorded. Unfortunately, we are unable to resolve this issue directly, but we have reported it to Valve and are awaiting their response. 3.Typos in Simp…
- 《Malleus Cocconum: The Heiress》 Special Sale! & Content Update Plan - 16 January 2025
Malleus Cocconum: The Heiress is currently on sale! Enjoy a 30% launch discount starting today, lasting for one week only. Please note that as the game continues to expand with more content, the price will gradually increase—so now is the best time to grab it! Full Version Content Plan We’re excited to share our roadmap for the full release of Malleus Cocconum: The Heiress Estimated Release: First Half of 2025 What’s Included: • 5 captivating story chapters • 40–50 hours of immersive gameplay • Over 250,000 words of narrative • 18 diverse endings to explore different fates • 200+ scene illustrations, showcasing seasonal and weather changes • 20+ unique collectible stamps waiting to be discovered • Exclusive music room, unlocking your favorite OST tracks Stay Tuned! We’d love to hear from you in the comments: • Who’s your favorite character? • What part of the game captivates you most? I…
