Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions, answered
Release & Availability
WHAT’S THE RELEASE DATE?
The Steam release of Hillside: Part One – Fractured Lives is currently planned for Q4 2026. Please note that this is an estimate and may change as development progresses.
WHAT PLATFORMS WILL IT BE AVAILABLE ON?
The game is planned for release on PC, Mac, and Linux via Steam.
WHERE CAN I WISHLIST IT?
You can wishlist the game on Steam here:
Pricing & Support
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?
Pricing will be announced closer to launch.
CAN I SUPPORT THE PROJECT?
Yes. You can support development through Patreon or Subscribestar. Your support helps fund art, music, and continued production.
HOW CAN I FOLLOW DEVELOPMENT PROGRESS?
Weekly development updates are provided to base-tier supporters on Patreon and Subscribestar.
Discord server boosters receive access to preview images and additional behind-the-scenes content.
Gameplay & Story
WHAT KIND OF VISUAL NOVEL IS IT?
The game is choice-based, with decisions shaping character relationships and outcomes. While the overall narrative is focused and cohesive, your choices determine which romance route you pursue and which ending you receive.
HOW MANY ROMANCE OPTIONS/ROUTES ARE THERE?
There are four main love interests, each with a dedicated route leading to multiple possible endings.
In addition, there is:
- A non-commitment path featuring more casual relationships with secondary characters
- A professional “no-romance” path for players who wish to focus on the story without pursuing sexual relationships
Music & Extras
WILL THERE BE A MUSIC SOUNDTRACK?
Yes, the game will feature music to enhance the atmosphere and storytelling.
WILL THE GAME INCLUDE ANIMATIONS?
At this time, the inclusion of animations is uncertain. Any updates will be shared as development progresses.
Mature Content
WHAT LEVEL OF SEXUAL CONTENT DOES THE GAME CONTAIN?
Hillside is primarily a slow-burn, character-driven romance. Part One focuses on introducing the characters, developing relationships, and progressing the central antagonist storyline. Most explicit sexual content appears in Part Two.
Note: The information below reflects the content planned for the completed Part One Steam release (up to version 0.18). The current Patreon build (v0.16) is still in development and does not yet include all listed scenes.
Content varies by route:
- Charlotte – Non-explicit nudity and sexual content, including passionate kissing and intimate physical contact over clothing. No explicit sexual acts are depicted.
- Emma – Non-explicit nudity only. No sexual content.
- Suzi – Non-explicit nudity, explicit nudity, and one explicit sexual scene.
- Lucy – Explicit nudity and explicit sexual content.
- Other characters – Several scenes include explicit sexual content.
Hillside: Part Two – Healed Wounds will feature multiple explicit sexual scenes with each of the four main love interests: Charlotte, Emma, Suzi, and Lucy.