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Steam News5 August 20269d ago

RETRIEVAL Demo 2.0 Major Update! Explore the First 5 Loops & Launch Date Confirm

Hello everyone! We are thrilled to announce a major update for the RETRIEVAL Free Demo on Steam!

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0 fixes2 additions4 changes0 removals
  • UI and audio
  • Gameplay
changedThis updated Demo incorporates all the latest polish, atmospheric lighting, audio design, and gameplay refinements from our newly completed full game, featuring a full 15-25 minute playthrough of the first 5 Loops.
added🌟 What's New in Demo 2.0:
changedUpgraded Visuals & Atmosphere\
changedImproved UI & Controls\
changed: Smoother interaction mechanics, refined PC diary search system, and polished audio feedback.
addedIf you enjoy the atmosphere and storyline in the Demo, \ please consider adding RETRIEVAL to your Steam Wishlist!\ As a solo developer, every single wishlist means the world to us.

RETRIEVAL changes

changedThis updated Demo incorporates all the latest polish, atmospheric lighting, audio design, and gameplay refinements from our newly completed full game, featuring a full 15-25 minute playthrough of the first 5 Loops.
added🌟 What's New in Demo 2.0:
changedUpgraded Visuals & Atmosphere\
changedImproved UI & Controls\
changed: Smoother interaction mechanics, refined PC diary search system, and polished audio feedback.

Hello everyone!

We are thrilled to announce a major update for the RETRIEVAL Free Demo on Steam!

This updated Demo incorporates all the latest polish, atmospheric lighting, audio design, and gameplay refinements from our newly completed full game, featuring a full 15-25 minute playthrough of the first 5 Loops.

🌟 What's New in Demo 2.0:

  • Upgraded Visuals & Atmosphere\

: Enhanced cold-toned lighting and post-processing for a deeper, more suffocating psychological horror experience.

  • First 5 Loops Accessible\

: Refined puzzle pacing and story beats, giving you a chilling sneak peek into the secrets of the haunted school.

  • Improved UI & Controls\

: Smoother interaction mechanics, refined PC diary search system, and polished audio feedback.

📅 Full Game Launch Date: September 25, 2026

Full development for RETRIEVAL is officially completed! The game will launch worldwide on September 25, 2026.

If you enjoy the atmosphere and storyline in the Demo, \ please consider adding RETRIEVAL to your Steam Wishlist!\ As a solo developer, every single wishlist means the world to us.

Thank you so much for your support, and we can't wait for you to experience the full nightmare this September!

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Steam News / 5 August 2026

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