Deadhaus Sonata News

[h3]Harbingers,

The Steam Next Fest REPLAYABLE Demo is NOW LIVE.

If you have not seen the trailer yet, watch it here.

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Pre-Demo Impressions 🩸

BEFORE YOU ENTER, READ THIS[/h2]

• [p]This demo is a small vertical slice of Deadhaus Sonata. It is not the newest internal build and does not represent the full scope of Early Access.[/p]
• [p]It exists to showcase core combat, the undead power fantasy, and replayability through the Celestial Clock.[/p]
• [p]You may encounter bugs, lighting inconsistencies, and systems that are still being refined. We chose to show it anyway because the foundation matters.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Why It’s Replayable[/h2]

• [p]Replayability is driven by the Celestial Clock, which influences deterministic loot and world conditions across runs.[/p]
• [p]Each playthrough shifts the world state and opens new progression opportunities. You collect Tarot cards and inscriptions that permanently strengthen your build and sharpen your combat identity.[/p]
• [p]Replay is not about rerolling. It is about refinement and long-term power growth.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]What This Demo Represents[/h2]

• [p]This demo represents the early game loop and foundational combat systems.[/p]
• [p]You will experiment with Tarot cards and inscriptions, engage with deterministic progression, and experience how the Celestial Clock shapes world state across runs.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]What It Does Not Represent[/h2]

• [p]This is not the full game.[/p]
• [p]It does not include the complete narrative arc, the full world map, co-op, late-game systems, or endgame bosses. Those systems arrive with Early Access and continue to expand beyond launch.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Playtime Expectations[/h2]

• [p]A first playthrough averages 30 to 45 minutes.[/p]
• [p]Replay sessions can extend total playtime beyond two hours for players exploring build depth, optimizing Tarot combinations, and pushing combat pacing further with each run.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]Playable Content Inside the Demo[/h2]

• [p]You will play as the Vampire class.[/p]
• [p]You will explore the Blood Sanctum tutorial and Charnel Vale.[/p]
• [p]You will encounter two enemy factions and elite enemies within a contained but intentional battlefield.[/p]
• [p]This demo shows the foundation. Early Access expands the world.[/p]

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FEED. EVOLVE. DOMINATE.
[/h3][h3]🩸 WISHLIST NOW 🩸

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Header image captured by community member Meta on Discord! Thank you for sharing your Deadhaus moment. 🩸

- Apocalypse Studios Team[/h3]

[p]Harbingers,

Watch the Steam Next Fest Demo Reveal Trailer and discover key details about the upcoming Deadhaus Sonata demo.[/p][p]This demo is a small slice of the experience. It focuses on narrative tone, early progression, and core combat feel. It does not represent the full scope of Early Access and it is not the latest internal build. You will notice bugs and rough edges.

Be prepared by reading the entire post and watching the trailer below:[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h3]Key Dates[/h3][p]🔸February 10
Early Demo Preview access begins for our supporters, creators, and media.
[/p][p]🔸February 11
Public Demo access opens for everyone as part of Steam Next Fest.
[/p][h3]This Is a Replayable Demo[/h3][p]🩸 Designed to be played more than once[/p][p]🩸 Replayability comes from the Celestial Clock shaping progression across runs[/p][p]🩸 Tarot cards allow you to grow in power and experiment with different builds[/p][p]🩸 Each run expands your strength and unlocks new combinations[/p][h3]
What This Demo Does Not Represent[/h3]

• [p]The full story[/p]
• [p]Co-op[/p]
• [p]The full world of Malorum[/p]
• [p]Endgame systems[/p]
• [p]Early Access[/p]

[p]This demo is a focused glimpse into what Deadhaus Sonata is becoming.[/p][p]We truly appreciate your support. Share it with your friends. Tell others who might enjoy it. We are building this alongside our community, and every bit of feedback helps shape the future of the game.[/p][p]Even if you encounter rough edges, we hope you feel the power, the progression, and the potential behind it.

FEED. EVOLVE. DOMINATE.
- Apocalypse Studios Team
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[p]Harbingers of Deadhaus,

The tarot system is one of the core pillars of Deadhaus Sonata. It defines how power is earned, shaped, and unleashed across Malorum.
[/p][p]Every card represents arcane force pulled from forgotten history. Cards are earned through combat, quests, and exploration. Each unlocks new abilities that can be combined, upgraded, and refined into devastating builds.
[/p][p]The system supports multiple playstyles:[/p][p]🩸Precision-focused damage builds[/p][p]🩸Raw power and burst setups[/p][p]🩸Mobility-driven combat flow[/p][p]🩸Tanking and supernatural control paths
[/p][p]This new video showcases how the tarot system works in motion and how builds evolve through card synergy and progression.
[/p][p]Watch the latest feature spotlight now.
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Feed. Evolve. Dominate.

- Apocalypse Studios Team[/h3]

[h3]Have you ever seen a dev and a streamer run an UNPLANNED 5-hour stream? [/h3][h3][/h3][p]Do you really think you know Denis Dyack? [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Watch this stream. [/p][p][/p][p]Real conversation. Raw gameplay. No script.[/p][p][/p][h3]We Are Also Happy To Announce[/h3][p][/p][p][/p]

[p]Harbingers of Deadhaus,

Extended Deadhaus Sonata gameplay has been unleashed.[/p][p]Denis Dyack sat down with Destin Legarie to share some new details on Deadhaus Sonata and what’s powering the future of the game. [/p][p]What’s inside:[/p][p]🩸 First extended gameplay showcase[/p][p]🩸 Real combat flow and pacing[/p][p]🩸 Tarot-driven ability system in action[/p][p]🩸 Story setup leading into Early Access[/p][p]🩸 Eternity Engine foundations and long-term vision

Note: Expect some rough edges. We want to take everyone along for the ride and show you what we are currently working on. We have a very small team of under 10 devs. We will get there!
[/p][p]Watch it here:[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]The road continues. The house grows stronger. 🩸

Encourage your friends to Wishlist Deadhaus Sonata on Steam.

- Apocalypse Studios Team[/p]