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Major Update #5

[p]Hello all! 🎃[/p][p]The spoooooky season is upon us! What better time to unleash a major game update on our unsuspecting fans?[/p][p]This update includes bug fixes, gameplay balancing, new achievements, and of course — lots of new content![/p][p]Enjoy your Halloween season, everyone! 👻[/p][hr][/hr][h3]✅ Fixed Issues[/h3]
  • [p]Candle Softlock (Shelly’s Art Room)[/p]
    • [p]Fixed a softlock where candle interactions in Shelly's room could get the player trapped.[/p]
  • [p]Game Clock Compatibility with Old Saves[/p]
    • [p]Fixed an issue where the in-game clock wouldn’t function with saves created before the feature’s introduction.[/p]
    • [p]The clock option now remains hidden unless you start a new game or load a save where the clock initialized correctly.[/p]
  • [p]Fridge Scene “Exit” Prompt Missing[/p]
    • [p]Fixed an issue where the “Exit” interaction would not appear during the fridge sequence.[/p]
  • [p]Hidden Room (Chalk Drawing) Light Detection[/p]
    • [p]Fixed issue where entering the hidden room with the lighter already on still triggered “I need light.”[/p]
  • [p]Organ Puzzle Stuck State[/p]
    • [p]Fixed an edge case issue where rearranging organs in an incorrect order and moving them again caused the puzzle to become stuck.[/p]
  • [p]Hidden Room 2 – Save Menu Issue[/p]
    • [p]Fixed a bug where the save menu would not function correctly.[/p]
[hr][/hr][h3]⚙️ Improvements[/h3]
  • [p]Low Sanity Necklace Interaction (Bathroom)[/p]
    • [p]Fixed issue where using the necklace below 20 sanity only triggered an error sound.[/p]
    • [p]Now, Sarah explains the problem, and a candle spawns in the hallway to grant +15 sanity.[/p]
  • [p]Sanity Recovery (Beanbag)[/p]
    • [p]You now gain sanity when sitting on the beanbag and listening to music.[/p]
  • [p]Candle Hint System[/p]
    • [p]Added an automatic hint when you run out of candles, pointing you to nearby locations where you can find more.[/p]
  • [p]Inventory Scrolling[/p]
    • [p]You can now scroll with the mouse wheel in any of the 4 tabs.[/p]
[hr][/hr][h3]
📦 New Content[/h3]
  • [p]Mr. Happy Tea Party[/p]
    • [p]Mr. Happy Tea Party can be accessed by going into the guest rooms (Mouse/Necklace room) and picking up the chalk.[/p]
    • [p]A new door will trigger in the Tea Room.[/p]
    • [p]Contains new dialogue.[/p]
    • [p]New lore letters.[/p]
    • [p]New puzzle.[/p]
  • [p]Hard Mode[/p]
    • [p]New Hard Mode is now available after finishing the main game. This mode is currently experimental and may have additional options added to it.[/p]
    • [p]After finishing the game, go back to the Title Screen — the option can be accessed there.[/p]
  • [p]Game Timer[/p]
    • [p]The game now has a timer that shows how much time the player spends in the house.[/p]
    • [p]The option is enabled by default and can be accessed by hovering the mouse over the top left corner of the screen (Option requires new game to trigger).[/p]
    • [p]The option can be enabled/disabled via options.[/p]
    • [p]The timer will display the final time at the end of a session.[/p]
    • [p]Based on how quickly players finish the game, it will trigger a Steam achievement.[/p]
  • [p]Add ability to place lit candles[/p]
    • [p]You can now add lit candles the same way as normal candles.[/p]
  • [p]Automatic Halloween Mode[/p]
    • [p]Internal timer now activates Halloween assets automatically every year on October 31st.[/p]
[hr][/hr][h3]✨Steam Achievements[/h3]
  • [p]Unlock Hardcore Mode[/p]
  • [p]Speed King[/p]
  • [p]Hardcore (No Saves)[/p]
[hr][/hr][p]Thank you all so much for your patience and support. Feel free to join our Discord or post on the community forums with any issues or questions you may have.[/p][p][/p][p]Sincerely, The Scared Stupid Inc. Team[/p][p][/p]

Midnight Special joins The Horror Game Awards Halloween Showcase

[p][/p][p][/p][p]Dear Players,[/p][p][/p][p]Midnight Special is now featured in the Steam The Horror Game Awards Halloween Showcase!
This Halloween event is a true celebration for horror fans, bringing together an incredible lineup of terrifying titles for you to discover.[/p][p][/p][p]📅Event Period: October 1st – November 2nd[/p][p]Don’t miss the chance to join the spooky season and explore more horror gems! 👻[/p][p][/p][p]Midnight Special is a point-and-click survival horror game. Through 16-bit pixel art and a misty retro 1980s horror atmosphere, you’ll return to a stormy summer night in Maine, 1987 — lost in a deep, mysterious manor. [/p][p][/p][p]If you enjoy:[/p]
  • [p]Classic survival horror[/p]
  • [p]Point-and-click adventures[/p]
  • [p]Retro 16-bit pixel art[/p]
  • [p]Heart-pounding suspenseful stories[/p]
[p]Then Midnight Special will drag you straight into the depths of darkness 👇[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

Midnight Special is joining the Steam Autumn Sale!

[p][/p][p]Dear Players,[/p][p][/p][p]We’re excited to share that Midnight Special is part of the Steam Autumn Sale, available now with a 20% discount.[/p][p]⏰Event Duration: Sep 29, 10 AM - Oct 6, 10 AM (PT)[/p][p][/p][p]Since its Early Access launch in May, Midnight Special has been honored with incredible player support and even a participation in the Horror Game Awards Halloween Showcase. None of this would have been possible without our amazing community.[/p][p][/p][p]If you enjoy:[/p]
  • [p]Classic survival horror[/p]
  • [p]Point-and-click adventures[/p]
  • [p]Retro 16-bit pixel art[/p]
  • [p]Heart-pounding suspenseful stories[/p]
[p]Then it's the perfect time to let Midnight Special drag you straight into the depths of darkness 👇[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

Midnight Special is joining the Steam Autumn Sale!

[p][/p][p]Dear Players,[/p][p][/p][p]We’re excited to share that Midnight Special is part of the Steam Autumn Sale, available now with a 20% discount.[/p][p]⏰Event Duration: Sep 29, 10 AM - Oct 6, 10 AM (PT)[/p][p][/p][p]Since its Early Access launch in May, Midnight Special has been honored with incredible player support and even a participation in the Horror Game Awards Halloween Showcase. None of this would have been possible without our amazing community.[/p][p][/p][p]If you enjoy:[/p]
  • [p]Classic survival horror[/p]
  • [p]Point-and-click adventures[/p]
  • [p]Retro 16-bit pixel art[/p]
  • [p]Heart-pounding suspenseful stories[/p]
[p]Then it's the perfect time to let Midnight Special drag you straight into the depths of darkness 👇[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

Midnight Special joins The Hungry Ghost Festival 2025!

[p][/p][p][/p][p]Dear Players,[/p][p][/p][p]Midnight Special is now participating in The Hungry Ghost Festival 2025! [/p][p]You can grab it now at a 20% special discount, and explore a curated lineup of indie horror gems in the event![/p][p][/p][p]Midnight Special is a point-and-click survival horror game. Through 16-bit pixel art and a misty retro 1980s horror atmosphere, you’ll return to a stormy summer night in Maine, 1987 — lost in a deep, mysterious manor. [/p][p][/p][p]If you enjoy:[/p]
  • [p]Classic survival horror[/p]
  • [p]Point-and-click adventures[/p]
  • [p]Retro 16-bit pixel art[/p]
  • [p]Heart-pounding suspenseful stories[/p]
[p]Then Midnight Special will drag you straight into the depths of darkness 👇[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]