Veils of the Past News

[p]Hello everyone,[/p][p]It’s been quiet for a while – but that’s because something special has been in the works. Today, I’m thrilled to finally share it with you:[/p][p]Veils of the Past is joining the October Steam Next Fest, running from October 13 to 20, 2025! 🎉[/p][p]During the festival, a free demo will be available – your first chance to step into the noir-inspired world, meet key characters, and explore the choices that shape the story. In this preview, you’ll:
🔹 Get a glimpse of the mystery at the heart of the game
🔹 Dive into the noir-inspired atmosphere
🔹 Experience meaningful choices that affect the narrative[/p][p]Adding Veils of the Past to your wishlist is the best way to support this indie project. Every wishlist helps the game reach more players and gain visibility during Next Fest – and it means the world to me![/p][p]Thank you for being part of this journey – I can’t wait for you to experience the first chapter of Veils of the Past![/p][p]— TangoScarMike[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[p]The past weeks have been truly moving. As Veils of the Past gains momentum toward Next Fest, I see a beautiful truth: this story is reaching hearts worldwide.[/p][p]Veils of the Past is deeply personal — about memory, loss, and identity — and I wanted it to feel like it belongs to more than one language or culture.[/p][p]Thanks to your support, about 67% of all wishlists come from outside the English-speaking world. The French, Russian, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, and Traditional Chinese versions aren’t just extras — they’re essential, shaping this story’s future.[/p][p]Wherever you are reading this from, thank you. For believing in this story. For making it yours.[/p][p]If you haven’t yet, consider adding Veils of the Past to your wishlist and be part of this growing community.[/p][p]We’re building something rare — and I can’t wait to share what’s next.[/p][p]Thank you!
TangoScarMike

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[p]Every mystery needs suspects.
Every romance needs risk.
And some secrets are worth losing everything to uncover.[/p][p]In Veils of the Past, the people you meet are just as dangerous as the truths you chase.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]👤 Alex — The Detective Who Can’t Forget[/h3][p]By day, he’s a sharp-eyed private investigator. But behind the sarcasm and self-control lies a wound that never healed.[/p][p]When Alex was a boy, his little sister vanished while he was watching her. She was never found.[/p][p]That loss shaped everything:
💔 The guilt.
⚖️ The obsession with justice.
🕵️‍♂️ The refusal to give up—even when it hurts.[/p][p]Now, years later, another case has reopened doors Alex tried to close forever. But some pasts don’t stay buried. And some choices? They change who you are.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]✨ Lila Rowan — The Flame Who Gets Too Close[/h3][p]Fiery, brilliant, and dangerously curious, Lila is a freelance journalist with a passion for locked doors and whispered rumors.[/p][p]She once cracked a mayoral scandal using a bathroom vent and a borrowed espresso machine. That’s just a Tuesday for Lila.[/p][p]But there’s more to her than sarcasm and scoop-chasing. Beneath that playful spark is someone who's just as haunted as Alex—and maybe just as reckless.[/p][p]She knows things she shouldn’t. She feels more than she admits.
And if you’re not careful… she’ll get under your skin.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]✨ Veronica Miles — The Angel with Iron in Her Veins[/h3][p]The golden girl. The childhood friend. The one who always holds it together.[/p][p]Veronica is calm in chaos, kind under pressure, and quietly brilliant. But loyalty comes at a cost, and some wounds don't leave scars on the skin.[/p][p]She’s kept people safe her whole life. What happens when she's the one falling?[/p][p]Underneath the elegance, Veronica carries secrets she’s never spoken aloud—about Chloe, about Alex… and maybe about herself.[/p][p]And when emotions get tangled with danger, it’s not always clear where comfort ends… and something more begins.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]💠 Desire and Deception Go Hand in Hand[/h3][p]Veils of the Past is a mature mystery-thriller with powerful emotions, deep character arcs, and player-driven relationships.[/p][p]You decide how close Alex gets to Lila or Veronica—
or how much he’s willing to risk for the truth.[/p][p]Some endings lead to romance.
Others lead somewhere much darker.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]👉 Add Veils of the Past to your wishlist on Steam now—
because the past always returns.
And this time, you’re the one holding the thread.[/p]

[p][/p][p]The Traditional Chinese trailer and announcement for Veils of the Past is now available.[/p][p]If you're looking for the English-language trailer and full update, please refer to our previous announcement here:
[/p][p]https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/3878630/view/528727221163000060[/p]

[p]Some memories should have stayed buried.
But the past always finds a way back.[/p][p]Veils of the Past is a narrative-driven visual novel where every decision splits reality.
One mystery. Four completely different storylines. Dozens of secrets. Countless paths to explore.[/p][p]Your choices don’t just change dialogue — they reshape lives, uncover hidden truths,
and lead to revelations you never saw coming.[/p][p]📽️ Watch the full trailer now:
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][hr][/hr][p]This isn’t just a story about uncovering the truth.
It’s about deciding which truth you can live with.[/p][p]🗓️ Coming Q1 2026[/p][p]Over the next few days, we’ll reveal more about the characters whose fates lie in your hands —
their secrets, their struggles, and the diverging paths that await them.[/p][p]❤️ Like what you see? Add Veils of the Past to your wishlist to follow the journey.
Your support means the world to this solo dev.[/p][hr][/hr][p]Which story will you uncover first?
Every choice matters. Every path changes everything.[/p][p]🖤 – TangoScarMike[/p]