- Devlog - Finding the Fun - 5 September 2026
Hello everyone,I feel like I could start every devlog with the same phrase: "It's been a busy few months!" š Together with Monster Theater, we conducted an internal playtest to get a feel for the current state of the game. I always find these extremely helpful, like a check-in on how the game is doing overall. It's easy to lose track of that when you're in the midst of something.Overall, the feedback was very positive, but there are some key areas that still need work. Mainly the stealth mechanics. The demo only shows a glimpse of these mechanics, but the full version of the game will feature more situations and more ways for the player to find a solution.That also led to a revelation I had about these mechanics in Solace Creek in general: I think of every encounter in the game as just another kind of puzzle, but one that, unlike the others, is more open and allows for some experimentaā¦
- Interview - Building a Stalker Horror Experience with Psychological Weight - 16 July 2026
I had the pleasure of being a guest on El Joe's La BĆ³veda podcast to talk about Solace Creek, the history of survival horror, stalker horror mechanics, and the psychological dread that drives the game.Make sure to check out his podcast!
- Devlog - A Journal for Her - 8 July 2026
Hey lovely people,This June was a lot about something that grew directly out of the discussion from the last post, where we discussed about how the protagonist is interacting with the world. Around the same time, I'd also been sitting on an idea for collectible photos scattered through the game. During internal discussions those two things merged into one: a journal.It works on a few levels at once. First, it's her personal notebook, where she scribbles down what's going through her mind: small observations, fears, fragments of thought about whatever's happening around her. I wanted it to work as a small window into her thoughts for people who want to read it. At the same time, the journal doubles as a kind of synopsis. If you take a break or haven't played in a while, you can glance through it and remember where the story left off.And then there's a part I'm genuinely excited about: scā¦
- Devlog - Something to think about - 19 May 2026
Hey everyone!Things have been moving along steadily since the last update. I've been working through a good chunk of new content and the game keeps feeling more and more like what I always imagined it to be. Nothing big to announce just yet, but it's all coming together.Something to think about: A point that keeps coming up in comments from people who played the demo is that the main character could feel a bit more present.I get it, and it's something I was thinking a lot about in the past month since there's a really fine line between keeping her a bit "dissociated", inward or even catatonic but still giving the player enough to actually connect with her.Would love to hear your thoughts on this! More inner monologue lines? More expressive animations? Or maybe something completely different? If you know any games that handled something similar really well, I'd love to hear those too. Anā¦
- Devlog - We're back! (with a new friend) - 27 April 2026
Hey everyone!The past few months have been crazy busy, but I'm really happy to finally sit down and share what's been going on with Solace Creek.The big news first: Solace Creek is being published by Monster Theater! I'm so happy they saw something in my vision and it's genuinely been amazing to work with everyone on the team. Here's an announcement trailer showcasing some never before seen content:Earlier this year we ran a closed playtest, and it was really valuable. A lot of the content I've been working on for the past months has never really been tested by players and I was kinda anxious to get feedback on how it all was received. And I think people really connected with it. The demo only gives you a glimpse of the feel of the game and I think the playtest was a much deeper insight into other aspects of the game, which is why it was a bit nerve-wracking to finally show it to otherā¦
- Check out the demo for Solace Creek a horror game blending suspense, exploration, stealth & puzzle solving - 29 August 2025
Developer starlit studio recently put up a Linux demo for Solace Creek, a retro-styled horror game that has a focus on suspense, exploration, stealth & puzzles. Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/08/check-out-the-demo-for-solace-creek-a-horror-game-blending-suspense-exploration-stealth-puzzle-solving/
- Devlog - Linux Release š§ - 22 August 2025
Hello everyone!A quick but exciting update: in addition to the Windows and macOS builds, the Solace Creek demo is now also available on Linux! š Iāve seen quite a few requests for it, so Iām happy to finally make it happen.On top of that, thereās been a lot of progress on the full version over the past weeks. Iāve been building new areas to explore and working on fresh storylines that will expand the world of Solace Creek. Itās really starting to take shapeābut thereās still a lot of work ahead. Because of that, I canāt share a release date just yet.Thanks for your patience and continued supportāit means a lot and keeps me motivated. More updates soon!
- Devlog - New Demo Trailer šļø - 1 July 2025
Hey everyone!Itās been a while since the last update ā and I thought now would be the perfect moment to share what Iāve been working on behind the scenesā¦ including a brand-new trailer for the Solace Creek demo!This new trailer is meant to showcase where the demo currently stands. It includes updated scenes, lighting, and some new moments that werenāt in earlier versions. If youāve played the demo already, you might spot some changes š ā and if you havenāt, nowās a great time to check it out!The past weeks have been packed with a lot of organizational work - as I like to call it. Lots of organizing and refining the project roadmap and revisiting key visuals for the Steam and Itch pages.Thanks for sticking around, for playing the demo, and for all the kind words and feedback. More updates soon ā including a look at whatās coming next š¦
- Echoes from the Full Version (new Screens!!) - 10 June 2025
Today I wanted to share some brand-new screenshots from the upcoming full version of Solace Creek!With the recent visual changes I've been updating the Steam page (link) with new screenshots that better reflect the current state of the game.Iāve done my best to capture some compelling stills. I hope you enjoy them. Iāll also be working on a new trailer for the full version soonāso I hope youāre looking forward to that as well! š
- Demo 0.6 - Big Visual Upgrade & Spanish LATAM - 6 June 2025
Hello everyone!It's been a while since the last update because I've been busy behind the scenes, working on something big. I've migrated the game to Unity 6 along with some other technical upgrades, and this has dramatically improved how Solace Creek looks.The game now features real-time lighting and shadows! Especially the shadows have significantly enhanced the atmosphere: your flashlight now actually casts realistic shadows as you explore, and characters are dynamically lit by their environment:While PS1-era games probably wouldnāt have featured this level of graphical fidelity, I felt it would really enhance the atmosphere of Solace Creek. My goal is to strike a good balance between atmospheric elements like these and the game's retro aesthetic. You can experience it yourself in the new demo version!The demo still features the same elements of the previous version, so it doesn't goā¦
- Devlog - Creative Slumps and Creeping Shadows - 10 April 2025
Hello everyone, Another month has passed, and Iāve been keeping busy. March was a bit tough, thoughāI hit a slump while working on a new area, and it reminded me just how difficult making games can be š
Sometimes you just know that somethingās offāmaybe a bit of story, a piece of gameplay, or part of a levelābut you canāt quite tell what it is. This time, the problem was the monster. The creepy shadowy figure you might remember from the demo. Iāve had a lot of ideas for this entity since the beginning, and Iāve been working on a new encounter with it. But something didnāt feel right. I couldnāt figure out why, and that kind of stalled everything. Since so many parts of the game depend on each other, progress came to a halt. https://i.imgur.com/m0YSH63.png So what do you do in a situation like that? Honestly, I donāt think thereās one right answer. This time, I decided to take a few weeā¦
- Devlog - Caaaaats! - 5 March 2025
Hey everyone! In the last few weeks, Iāve made a lot of progress on Solace Creek. Iād estimate that around half of the game is finished. Since the first level, Iāve added two more large areas and also gone back to refine the first level with more assets and details. Some of those updates are already available in the current demo version. Finding the Heart of Solace Creek Iām also getting closer to the atmosphere I want the game to have. When I start a game project, I have ideas, references, a visionābut a lot of what makes a game work only comes together while building it for me. The atmosphere, the pacing, the way different elements interactāthese things reveal themselves in the process. Solace Creek has always been a horror game, but the more I work on it, the more I realize that mystery plays an equally big role. And sometimes, even a moment of levity can make the eerie parts hit harā¦
- Solace Creek x EEK3 - 12 January 2025
Hello everyone! Weāre thrilled to announce that Solace Creek is part of this yearās EEK3 Indie Showcase Event! As a special treat, weāve unveiled an updated trailer featuring some, never-before-seen footage from the upcoming full version of the game. Make sure to also check out the many amazing Indie Horror Games on display in the full Showcase: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZVSJbgpMVw
- Demo 0.4.6 Fixes & New Languages - 19 December 2024
Hey everyone, Iām thrilled to announce the release of version 0.4.6 of the demo! This update introduces exciting new language options and bug fixes to improve your experience. Japanese and Russian Versions The Solace Creek demo is now available in Japanese and Russian, thanks to the incredible help of our amazing translators! You can switch languages anytime in the options menu. More languages are planned for the future, so keep an eye out! Bug Fixes This version also addresses several bugs reported by the community. Your feedback has been invaluable in helping me track down and resolve these issuesāthank you so much! I hope to share new updates on the full version of the game soon, so stay tuned. Your support and enthusiasm mean everything to me as I continue working on Solace Creek. āŗļø
- Demo 0.4.5 Release - Updated Cutscenes & Polish Version - 25 October 2024
Hello everyone, I'm excited to announce the release of version 0.4.5 of the demo! This update brings several enhancements that will also be part of the full game, including polished cutscenes and a new Polish language option. Improved Cutscenes I've refined various cutscenes to enhance the overall experience. Most of these small adjustments are more detailed character animations or more shots to enhance the atmosphere. Here's a small teaser from the intro āŗļø https://i.imgur.com/GqG0YNP.png Polish Version The Solace Creek demo is now available in Polish, thanks to the outstanding work of KapTom! You can change the language anytime through the game's options menu. More languages will be coming soon, so stay tuned! As always, thank you so much for your continued support and enthusiasm. It means the world to me to see how many of you are excited about Solace Creek and how the game is shapinā¦
- Demo 0.4.4 Release - Inventory System & Italian Demo - 8 October 2024
Hello everyone, I'm excited to announce the release of version 0.4.4 of the demo! This update introduces several new features that will also be part of the full game, including a new game menu that houses the inventory and current objective. Inventory & Current Objective https://i.imgur.com/qaJyxLt.png The "Current Objective" feature helps keep you on track, providing a quick reminder of your current goal. The inventory is not just for storing items - in the full version you will also be able to use items from here or select specific items to solve riddles. Italian Version Additionally, the Solace Creek demo is now available in Italian, thanks to the outstanding work of Alberto Brusegan! You can change the language anytime through the game's options menu. More languages will be coming soon, so stay tuned! Improved Cutscenes I've also made some adjustments to a few cutscenes, including nā¦
- Demo 0.4.2 Release - macOS Support & Improvements - 30 August 2024
Hello everyone, Thank you so much for the amazing feedback on the demo over the past week! Itās been incredibly motivating āØ. Iāve watched many of your Let's Plays, read through your comments, and gathered your feedback to make some improvements, which are included in this latest update. I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for all your support! Here are some of the improvements in this update: Enhanced controller support across all menus Fixed an issue where certain sounds were louder than the volume settings A macOS version is now available š Thanks again, and see you soon!
- Demo 0.4 Release - German Version & Bugfixes - 23 August 2024
āHello everyone, I've already received some feedback from those of you who have played the demo, and I'm so relieved that you seem to be enjoying the Solace Creek demo! ā„ļø After creating a multi-hour RPG with Numina, this project was definitely a step in a different direction, but one that was much needed. Not only because of my deep admiration for atmospheric horror games, but also because I wanted to challenge myself creatively. So, thank you very much for your support!ā The new version of the demo now includes German language support āØ And by the way, if you're interested in helping to bring Solace Creek to other languages, be sure to check out our Localizor pageā: https://www.localizor.com/solace-creek I've also made some bug fixes and improvements. Hopefully, I'll be able to publish the macOS and Linux builds soon as well. Once again, thank you very much, and see you soon!
- Solace Creek Demo Release! š„³ - 20 August 2024
Hello everyone, Iām thrilled to share some big news with you all: the 3D demo of Solace Creek is finally out! āØ This demo features everything from the original 2D version (and more!) with about 30 minutes of gameplay. Together with my friend LĆ©o (who did a stellar job on the art side) I worked very hard the last few months to get the game to this important milestone. And I couldn't be happier that we finally made it š„³ If you want to support the game, please also consider wishlisting it here on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3004130/Solace_Creek/ And of course, Iād love to hear your thoughts on the demo, so please feel free to share your feedback!
