- Thank you for 2000 wishlists! - 1 September 2026
Shroud of Gloom has officially surpassed 2000 wishlists!From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much to everyone that's wishlisted the game and to everyone that's played and reviewed the demo, it really means a lot!
- Minor Demo Update - 20 August 2026
Minor demo update released, mainly some small fixes:Inventory now dynamically adjusts its size depending on how many items you have.Made one item stand out a bit more in the scene, making it a bit easier to spot.Opening a puzzle or a close up scene no longer deselects any held item.Revamped all combination locks: New dial animations.Dials can now be moved in both directions.Now requires a confirmation to unlock.Added a couple new props around the manor.Added a new shortcut icon, matching the new key art.Added some small spooky stuff, might be hard to notice though.The MadChirpy splash screen is now skippable.Updated the Supporter section in the credits.Other small tweaks and improvements.
- New trailer out now! - 4 August 2026
The first devlog and the new trailer for Shroud of Gloom is now out on YouTube! We have put a lot of time and effort into this new trailer and I hope it gets you excited for the full game!Check it out now on YouTube, and let us know what you think in the comments!The first devlog is also out, so if you're curious to see how this project first started, you can now have a look behind the scenes!And of course, make sure to wishlist the game and try out the new demo update, filled with new content and puzzles!
- Major Demo Update! - 24 July 2026
Ladies and gentlemen, the new demo update and trailer is out now! Try out the new demo, and make sure to leave a review on the demo store page, it would mean a lot to me! This is by far the biggest update yet, with features such as:New content.New and improved puzzles.More story and lore.Full voice acting.Improved art direction.Better fonts for all languages.Improved onboarding.Fully implemented save system.Support for more display resolutions.More accessibility settings....and tons of other improvements and polish!In terms of localization, we have both good and bad news. We have unfortunately not had time to finish the Russian translation for this update, we hope you understand. However, the good news is that the game is now fully playable in Japanese and Traditional Chinese! With all that being said, I truly hope you guys like this new version of the Shroud of Gloom Demo! And as alway…
- Major Update Incoming! - 2 June 2026
I'm happy to announce that we're working hard on the next update for the demo!Recently, I have been focusing a lot on developing the full game, and unfortunately the demo has been collecting dust for some time, and it no longer reflects the quality that we're aiming for with the full version of the game. It's time to change that! I'm currently working on a new improved demo for the game, it might take another couple of weeks to get the final touches done and sort out all of the localization, but I'm very excited about this one! This is by far the biggest update yet, and it will feature:New content.New and improved puzzles.More story and lore.Full voice acting.Improved art direction.Better fonts for all languages.Improved onboarding.Fully implemented save system.Support for more display resolutions.More accessibility settings....and tons of other improvements and polish!I truly appreciat…
- Japanese Localization! - 19 May 2026
We are very happy to announce that Shroud of Gloom will officially support Japanese! This is something that has been requested before, and we are delighted to finally have found a localizer to help make this possible! We are working hard to get the next demo update ready, which will have more content, new puzzles, and a lot more polish - and now we can finally say that it will be fully playable in Japanese too! A big thank you to Machiko who is helping us out with the localization, どうもありがとうございます！ Wishlist and follow the game today to stay up-to-date with the development!
- Breaking the Silence! - 10 May 2026
We are proud to announce that Shroud of Gloom will feature professional voice acting! We've put a lot of effort in making sure the atmosphere and immersion is as good as possible, and we are now taking the next step - we are hiring professional voice actors to strengthen the game's atmosphere even more! We're also working hard on the next trailer for the game, which will be fully narrated and give you more insight to the story behind the game. We have opened a casting call for this narration, so if you are a voice actor and interested in working with us, you can audition here! The demo will soon get an big update as well, so stay tuned for that! Wishlist and follow the game today to stay up-to-date with the development!
- DEMO OUT NOW! - 23 October 2025
Play the demo today!I’m happy to announce that the demo for Shroud of Gloom is out!The demo explores some of the first areas in the game, to give you a taste of what the full game will be like - go play it, solve some puzzles and get a bit scared! I’ve worked very hard on this, and I truly hope you enjoy this experience!How you can help:Your feedback will help us improve the game - please consider leaving a review on Steam to let us know what you liked and what you think could be improved. There’s also a feedback form linked in the game where you can report any potential bugs or translation errors, as well as provide more feedback in general.Join the Discord community: https://discord.com/invite/cFFBq6gWatch the development: Thank you for your support, MadChirpy
- Demo Coming Soon! - 10 October 2025
IT'S OFFICIAL! The Shroud of Gloom Demo is coming soon to Steam!Make sure to wishlist the game to be notified on the release! Watch the official announcement video here:
- Playtesters, Localizers & Supporters - 2 February 2025
Shroud of Gloom is currently in development, and you can now contribute to the game and get your name in the credits! This is a chance to play a part in shaping Shroud of Gloom before its official release. Playtesters Try the game early, give feedback, and help us create a better experience. Apply as a Playtester Localizers Translate the game into different languages to ensure players worldwide can enjoy the horror. Apply as a Localizer Supporters Last but not least, people who support the development over at Twitch will also be credited. Watch the development on Twitch Thank you very much for your consideration in contributing to the game - but don't forget, the most important thing you can do to help out is to Wishlist & Follow the game on Steam!
- Welcome to Shroud of Gloom - 1 February 2025
Watch the Development Follow the development live on Twitch: I stream the creation of the game, from coding and pixel art to designing rooms and puzzles. Stop by, ask questions, and get a behind-the-scenes look at how horror comes to life. You can also join the Discord server if you want to connect with the community! About the Game Shroud of Gloom is an upcoming point-and-click horror game where you solve puzzles and uncover secrets with nothing but a flickering flashlight to guide your way. Wishlist now to be notified when the demo drops! This game was originally developed for the GDFG's Monthly Game Jam #36, where it ranked 1st in every category, now coming to Steam as a longer and improved version! The darkness is closing in. Are you ready? 🔦
