Steam game

Halfway House

A character-driven, story-rich visual novel about rebuilding your life after juvenile detention. Forge friendships, find romance, and confront the scars of your troubled past.

$18.99 June 4, 2026

By Az

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Halfway House - Az. Popular. Released June 4, 2026
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Overview

About this game

You’re a young man, fresh out of juvenile detention, sent to a halfway house to rebuild your life. Over the next six months, you'll forge lasting friendships, heal old wounds, and define your own future.

Meet a cast of vibrant characters:

  • Samantha: a caring but strict house matron with an uninhibited side.

  • Emily: a fiery redhead with a soft heart hidden beneath a sharp temper.

  • Ashley: a brash, magnetic presence who hides more than she lets on.

  • And more: friends, foes, and unexpected connections await.

Halfway House is a story rich, character driven visual novel blending humor, heart, and mature themes.

A story of second chances, finding connection in unexpected places. The narrative unfolds over months of shared meals, tense standoffs, quiet breakthroughs, and deepening bonds.

Relationships grow, moments carry weight, and every scar, visible or otherwise, tells a story.

Features

  • 20+ hours of play (Episodes 1–11 included)

  • 6,000+ renders and 38 animated scenes

  • 20,000+ lines of dialogue

  • Original theme song performed by a commissioned artist

  • Branching choices that shape relationships and story

  • Unlockable extras including a replay gallery and bonus renders

  • Optional alternate camera angles during key scenes

  • Optional hint system for players who want light guidance

Important Information

  • Ongoing episodic updates: New episodes will be added through updates over time. Please note that updates may be infrequent (potentially up to a year between major content releases).

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