Heartworm's Release Sparks Buzz Among Retro Horror Fans
So, there’s some exciting news for fans of retro horror games— Heartworm , a lo-fi survival horror title inspired by Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and Project Zero, is finally getting its full release, and it’s just around the corner.
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The official release date has been confirmed for Thursday, July 31 , and it’ll be available on PC via Steam . While the exact time hasn't been locked in on the Steam page, insiders say it’ll likely drop around 9 AM PDT / 12 PM EDT / 5 PM BST . But if you can't wait, good news—the demo is already live , so you can get a taste of the game right now.
Heartworm is the brainchild of Vincent Adinolfi , a solo developer who’s clearly poured some serious love into recreating that classic '90s horror vibe. Think grainy textures, spooky atmospheres, eerie silence interrupted by sudden static, and of course— loading screen doors . It’s a deliberate throwback, and fans of that old-school style are absolutely eating it up.
The story centers around Sam , a young woman dealing with the emotional fallout of her grandfather’s death. In her search for answers and closure, she stumbles upon a mysterious mansion in the mountains—rumored to be the site of some pretty creepy supernatural stuff. Naturally, she decides to explore it. Armed with nothing but a camera, players must help Sam uncover the truth while facing off against terrifying static-like enemies.
Now, don’t go expecting flashy graphics or high-budget visuals. Heartworm is intentionally low-res, offering players the choice to keep things authentically pixelated or dial it up with more modern visuals and controls. You can even switch between classic “tank controls” and a third-person over-the-shoulder setup. It’s clearly been designed to respect both purists and those newer to the genre.
Another thing that’s getting players excited is the multiple endings , which means replayability is baked right in. Whether you’re the kind of player who wants to uncover every possible path or just loves to see how differently things can turn out based on your choices, Heartworm is giving you that flexibility.
And for language accessibility—it’ll launch in English, French, German, Latin American Spanish, Japanese, and Brazilian Portuguese. So it’s clear this game is aiming to reach a global audience.
With its blend of nostalgia and fresh storytelling, Heartworm is shaping up to be a small but mighty hit. If you're into that slow-burn, eerie atmosphere with a psychological twist, this one's definitely worth checking out.
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