- Hotfix after Localization Update - 28 September 2026
Fixed text clipping and overflow issues in the UI after game localization. Fixed issues with save and autosave Fixed bug at Day 11 with Stephania Fixed missing localization keys in UI
- Major Language Update: German, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese & Russian - 23 September 2026
Hello everyone, First and foremost, we want to extend another massive thank you for your continued support and passion for Bookbinding. Thanks to the amazing reception and the revenue generated by the game so far, we’ve been able to reinvest directly back into the game to make it accessible to even more players around the world. What's in this Update?We are thrilled to announce our Major Language Update, alongside some fresh narrative content: Full Localization in Five Languages: The entire game is now officially playable in Russian, Simplified Chinese, German, Brazilian Portuguese, and Spanish. We used actual professional translators to bring these languages to life, fully funded by your support of the game. So thank you for making this possible!Community Proofreading & Call for Feedback: A huge shoutout to our incredible Discord volunteers who dedicated their time to proofread the new…
- Bookbinding - Quick Update Aug 19th - 19 August 2026
Proofreading English while we are preparing to add localization and achievements.
- Hotfix for August 4th - 4 August 2026
Fixed sticker tabs Fixed Organizer text Fixed the goddess appearing in Otto's castle (one condition was missing) Fixed Andre's condition in the epilogue (when the protagonist stays at Otto's or escapes from his castle) Fixed Leon's reaction to the book on Day 13 Added missing dialogue lines for Maverick on Day 3 Added log clearing before major scenes to prevent freezing Fixed incorrect last/first names for Agatha and Teresa * Fixed Nate's letters (they arrived on Day 7 even if he wasn't beaten)
- Major Update: The Big Epilogue Expansion is Live! - 1 August 2026
Hello everyone,First and foremost, we want to start with a massive thank you to everyone who has played Bookbinding and taken the time to leave a review. We have been reading through all of your feedback, and we want to address the most common critique head-on: the abrupt ending.Many of you felt that the game's conclusion was abrupt and rushed. We completely hear you, we agree, and we are sincerely sorry. We should have added in the epilogue before releasing, but we realized that we are running late... well a bit too late. To make things right, our team has practically lived at our desks this past week. We've been working ourselves to the bone, running on a lot of coffee to squash annoying bugs and write, test, and implement a proper conclusion for the game.What's in this Update?We are thrilled to announce that today's update brings a comprehensive overhaul to the game's finale:72 New E…
- Hotfix Update July 31st - 31 July 2026
No more lagging/crashing when opening up album Fixed Tarot descriptions Fixed UI tab that would pop up on top Fixed Leon's reaction to the book Shorter 'save' and mail notification period Also, epilogue and endings update is on the way
- Bookbinding Feedback & Suggestions - 26 July 2026
Hey, everyone! After giving it some thought, we've decided that the best way to gather your feedback and ideas for expanding Bookbinding story content is through a form. It should only take 1-2 minutes to fill out, and every suggestion is greatly appreciated: https://forms.gle/PRmgNuYbX94Y1DJF9
- Hotfix 3 for Bookbinding - 25 July 2026
Fixed client name not appearing in the cover requirementFixed textbox appearance in book screenshotsAdded a new feature where you can flip the book in the album (will only work with designs made in this build or later versions)Small fix in Leon's textQoL changes
- Hotfix 2 for Bookbinding - 25 July 2026
Fixed critical bug on day 12 with black screen Fixed critical bug on day 15 with Leon coming without a book, and the game getting stuck
- Hotfix for Bookbinding - 24 July 2026
Fixing small QoL bugs
- BOOKBINDING IS AVAILABLE NOW! - 24 July 2026
From satisfying cover designs to dark, cozy narrative. How will you shape the destiny of your customers? And more importantly... how will you keep your own secrets hidden?Thank you again, and hope you enjoy playing our game.
- Demo Hotfix is Live! - 18 February 2026
What’s new? More customization itemsThey/Them pronouns - you can play as non-binary Bookbinder nowNew feature: you can now edit the back side of books Bug fixes
- Demo Is Live! - 9 February 2026
Hi We're happy to annouce that our Demo is live now! You can expect:Nameable, gender-selectable protagonistFive in-game daysAdditional scenes in different locations (with an option to start a romance!)A Letterbox feature — receive letters from your friends and foes!250+ customisation options for book coversAnd much more!Over the next two weeks, we also plan to add more customization items, the option to choose they/them pronouns to play a non-binary character, and a feature that allows you to edit the back side of the book!To play the demo, visit its page and click ‘Download.’Thank you for your support! As always, any feedback is appreciated.
- Playtest Is Live - 8 January 2026
Hi!We, the NDApolis team, are happy to announce that our second playtest starts right now! To join, click the 'Join the Playtest' button on the Steam page. You can expect:Nameable, gender-selectable protagonistThree in-game days (about 40–60 minutes of gameplay)150+ stickers, 80+ decorations, and many new tools!4 new characters, 8 new booksAdditional scene in the tavern – yes, you can visit other locations now!Thank you for your support. Any feedback is appreciated! 🙂
- Dames4Games Showcase - 17 July 2025
Happy to announce that Bookbinding will be participating in the Dames4Games Summer Showcase tomorrow! Thank you, Dames4Games, for this amazing opportunity!
- Join our Discord! - 27 June 2025
Want to leave feedback on the playtest? Ask the developers a question? Discuss the game with other players? Join our Discord: https://t.co/qAR1wpHHQY
- Playtest is live! - 25 June 2025
Open playtest for Bookbinding is live! To join, click the 'Join the Playtest' button on the Steam page or download the game from Itch.io. You can expect:Nameable, gender-neutral protagonistAbout 15-20 minutes of gameplay5 books to decorate4 characters to meet1 (or 2?) murders to hide
