- Bad Summer is 75% Funded! - 13 August 2025
We did it, campers!We’re so excited to share that our Kickstarter campaign for Bad Summer is officially 75% funded! We couldn’t have made it this far without the amazing support from our backers, players, and everyone who’s been helping spread the word. 💖Bad Summer is our horror romance visual novel where every choice matters and could be your last. With multiple romance routes, terrifying jumpscares, and over 20+ talented voice actors, it’s a game that blends love and fear in unforgettable ways.Your support doesn’t just bring this game to life. it unlocks Kickstarter-exclusive rewards you won’t be able to get anywhere else. This includes the complete cast of acrylic keychains, special merch add-ons, and behind-the-scenes content just for backers.We’re in the final stretch now, and every pledge, share, or mention counts. If you’ve been thinking about supporting the campaign, now’s the…
- Bad Summer's Kickstarter is Live! - 21 July 2025
Bad Summer Kickstarter is LIVE + Major Demo Update Released!Today’s a huge day for us.Our Kickstarter campaign is officially live, and with it comes our biggest demo update yet for Bad Summer.🆕 What’s new in the update: • New horror scenes and dialogue • Expanded and polished romance routes • More voiced lines • Improved visuals and UI • Hidden easter eggs (if you can find them) • Bug fixes and general polishThis update brings the demo closer than ever to the full experience we want to deliver: a horror romance visual novel with emotional weight, tough choices, and stories that stay with you.But we need your help to finish it.We’re two indie devs - a sister team - who’ve poured years into this project, handling everything from writing and coding to music and voice direction. With your support on Kickstarter, we can complete the full game the way it deserves to be made. This is another…
- REMINDER: Bad Summer is Launching on Kickstarter July 21st! - 16 July 2025
🏕️ REMINDER FROM CAMP BEAR RIDGE! Bad Summer's Kickstarter launches in just a few days, July 21st, and we’re asking for your support one more time.We’re not just launching a campaign. We’re releasing a huge new game update the same day: 🩸 More horror 🎙️ New voiced lines 💘 Extra polish to the romance routes 🐣 Secret easter eggs (yes, plural)Here's some sneak peeks! We wanted to breathe new life into the horror scenes, and add extra lore to the Abnormals. This is another major update to add much needed polish to the game, and it's absolutely free.But we can’t go any further without you.👉BAD SUMMER PRELAUNCH PAGEWHY KICKSTARTER?Because we’ve taken Bad Summer as far as we can on our own. We’re a sister duo building this game from our tiny apartment, doing nearly everything ourselves: writing, music, coding, marketing, and more. And we’ve had help from friends and collaborators who bel…
- Bad Summer is Launching on Kickstarter July 21st! - 23 June 2025
Hey campers! 🏕️Big news from Camp Bear Ridge - Bad Summer is heading to Kickstarter on July 21st!This horror-romance visual novel is made by two indie devs pouring everything into one unforgettable story. From steamy love interests to terrifying encounters, this game is about to get even bigger and we need YOUR help to make it happen.We’d love for you to follow our Kickstarter pre-launch page by clicking the link below. That way, you’ll be the first to know when we go live. We'll be sure to post reminders in the future. Help us make Bad Summer the best game it can be! 👉BAD SUMMER PRELAUNCH PAGEWhy are we launching a Kickstarter? We’re S&J Games, a sister duo building Bad Summer out of our tiny two-bedroom apartment. Between the two of us, we wear a lot of hats: writing, coding, composing music, voice acting, marketing, art direction...you name it. When we’re not paying bills or taking…
- V.2.0.3 Hotfix - 20 June 2025
Hey, Campers! Hope everyone is enjoying their time in Camp Bear Ridge! We're here to announce some updates/small hotfixes. Fixed some typos. There were a lot of them...Fixed a bug making the phone call section a LOT harder than it needed to be. Sorry! Some folks were playing the game on hard mode.Fixed the plant on the fourth floor during the anomaly/backrooms section.
- V2.0.1 Hotfix - 10 June 2025
Hey, Campers! Enjoying the Extended Demo update? We certainly hope so!This update introduced some bugs. We got to work on fixing those right away!Phone callsWe cleaned up the logic in the phone call section. One mistake during the phone calls were resulting in game overs. That wasn't right. Now, players have more room to make mistakes. Not everyone can be perfect, right?Added some extra sound effects.Backrooms/anomaly mini-gameSome odd things were happening during the game over screens during this section. Specifically with the flashlight. That's fixed!Cleaned up the code a bit.TyposWe caught some more typos! Playing Oliver's spooky sections should be a smoother experience. Be on the lookout for more updates, folks! We're already cooking up a new sprite. Camp Bear Ridge is about to get more interesting...
- Bad Summer's Extended Demo Live Now! - 9 June 2025
Hey campers! The Bad Summer extended demo is officially here!🌲💔 Get ready for more drama, more danger, and more romance in the latest update to Bad Summer, our horror-romance visual novel. This extended demo features new scenes, expanded choices, and fresh twists that dive even deeper into the mystery at Camp Bear Ridge.👀 What’s new:New scenes and additional CGs (some sweet, some...terrifying)Additional romance routes to explore 💘Our favorite detective is now romanceableNew phone calls 📞Updated visuals and audio polishSecrets waiting for you to uncover (if you survive long enough...)NSFW scenes. Expect some nudity. (Can be toggled off and on)Whether you're coming back for more or diving in for the first time, now’s the perfect time to experience the twisted heart of Bad Summer.⚠️ Important Note:With so much new content, old saves are no longer compatible.We highly recommend startin…
- Bad Summer Updated Demo Drops June 9th! - 28 May 2025
A new update is in the works! The campfire’s been relit, and the screams? Yeah, they’re louder this time. We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes, and we’re finally ready to share the updated Bad Summer demo with you on June 9th. This isn’t just a polish. It’s an expansion. Expect: 📖 New story content - Dive deeper into the mystery. Uncover fresh clues, new character moments, and choices that matter. 💀 More scares - Think you were safe the first time? We’ve added new horrors, fresh ways to die, and eerie surprises you won’t see coming. 💔 Richer character dynamics - Get to know your favorites (and enemies) even better. Some bonds strengthen. Some break. 🎮 Improved UI + visuals - Sharper design, smoother experience, more polish across the board. And much more... Whether you're returning to Camp Bear Ridge or stepping in for the first time, this is the definitive demo experience. We…
- Update 1.0.1: bug fixes and typos! - 6 March 2025
Bad Summer update 1.0.1 is out! Typos We fixed typos big and small. There were quite a few! Toned down some of the writing/big words in Jenny's chapter. Sometimes simplicity is better. Saves Hard saves weren't possible...until now. You should all be able to properly save your games now! For anyone who had trouble with the saves, we apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your support, campers!
- Bad Summer's Demo is out NOW! - 3 March 2025
Bad Summer's demo is available to play now! Secrets lurk in every shadow, trust is a gamble, and the wrong decision could cost you everything. Experience the first chapter of Bad Summer, a horror romance visual novel where choices matter. With a cast of over a dozen talented voice actors, jumpscares, 20k words, and four unique love interests to choose from, Bad Summer is an experience you won't soon forget! ✨ What's in the demo? The demo is five hours of gameplay (all paths), introducing you to Jenny, Oliver, and some of the camp's key characters. It's a great way to get a feel for the atmosphere, setting, and tone of the game, as well as a sneak peek into the thrilling story that’s about to unfold. 🎥 Watch the Trailer: Check out the cinematic trailer below to get a taste of the world of Bad Summer and the characters you’ll be meeting! Enjoy the demo, campers! This is only the beginnin…
- Bad Summer's demo releases March 3rd – Get Ready! - 1 March 2025
After a long wait, we’re excited to announce that the demo for Bad Summer is launching on March 3rd, 2025! Set in a seemingly quiet summer camp, Bad Summer is immersive horror romance experience where players must navigate tense phone calls, uncover dark secrets, and make choices that matter—all while being watched by something lurking in the shadows. Check out our new cinematic trailer! What to Expect in the Demo? A gripping horror mystery – play detective, discover clues to unravel the mystery of Bear Ridge Summer Camp. 20,000 words – four branching paths to experience. Four unique LI's – different backgrounds, different storylines to be deciphered. Tense phone call mini-games – every ring could mean life or death. Immersive voiced experience – featuring dozens of talented voice actors. Choices that matter – your decisions will shape the story—who will you trust? Who will you love? Im…
