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Steam
Genre: Simulator, Indie

House Designer

Introducing the Supporter Edition of Architect Life
Architect Life launches on June 19, and whether you’re planning to build sleek studios or cozy dream homes, we’ve got something extra special for players who want the complete creative experience from day one.

What’s included in the Supporter Edition?


The Supporter Edition includes the full base game, along with two themed content packs that give your architectural projects even more personality and flair: perfect for players who want to further support the game and the developers while unlocking extra creative content.
Here's what you will find in it:

The Sketch House Pack🎨


Play with perception and perspective. This pack introduces unique decorative elements that bring 2D optical illusions into your 3D world: perfect for bold, artistic builds that defy convention.


The Hobbies pack🎶🏀


Design spaces dedicated to downtime. From music rooms to crafting corners and reading nooks, the Hobbies Pack includes items to help you create the ultimate leisure and lifestyle rooms for your clients or yourself.
Whether you're designing for relaxation, passion projects, or playful aesthetics, these packs give your builds more story, style, and soul.


Early Buyer Bonus: Get the Architect’s Home Office Pack Free!


To thank early players for their support, anyone - Supporter Edition or not - who purchases Architect Life during the first 7 days after launch will receive the Architect’s Home Office Pack for free!

This exclusive bonus pack includes carefully selected décor and tools to create the perfect architect’s personal space — blending style, creativity, and authenticity.


What's inside ?



  • A classic sloped drafting table paired with a wooden stool - the cornerstone of any studio
  • A sleek designer floor lamp and desk lamp to light up your ideas
  • A basket of blueprints and rolled-up drafts to fill your space with work-in-progress energy
  • A handcrafted wooden blueprint sideboard and shelving unit to keep your tools stylishly organized
  • A curated set of architect's tools for that detailed finishing touch
  • A wooden articulated mannequin to help you plan or just look cool on a shelf
  • A vibrant musa basjoo plant - a calming, green presence in your work zone
  • A modern desktop computer to help you handle digital designs like a pro
  • A set of paintings to add atmosphere and character
  • And of course... your invaluable coffee mug — the true companion of all-night design marathons


Wishlist now, and get ready to start your design journey on June 19!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1296400/Architect_Life_A_House_Design_Simulator/

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New Gameplay Trailer!
Mark your blueprints: Architect Life officially launches on June 19!

Watch the Gameplay Trailer


Want to see what it’s like to bring homes to life from blueprint to final flourish? Check out our official gameplay trailer and get a taste of what’s to come:


Architect Life launches June 19 — stay tuned, wishlist now, and prepare to design your way to the top.

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Archiblog #7: Games modes

Welcome to our Archiblog #7!

We’re now just about two months away from the launch of Architect Life! Our team is still hard at work refining the game based on the feedback you shared with us during the demo earlier this year. Right now we are focusing on improving the tutorial and the keyboard/mouse experiences.

Today, let’s take a closer look at the different game modes you’ll be able to enjoy when Architect Life launches this June: Tutorial, Career, and Free Mode.

Whether you're a methodical planner or a creative spirit, Architect Life offers several ways to enjoy life as an architect, your way.

1-Tutorial


Learn the basics of architecture, step by step.

The tutorial mode is designed for new players or those who want to familiarize themselves with the game’s tools and mechanics.


🔹 Goal: Learn the fundamentals of design and construction at your own pace.

🔹 What to expect:

  • Get introduced to core design tools (walls, roofs, windows, furniture, and more).
  • Understand key rules and constraints: materials, budget, and structural logic.
  • Hands-on practicing to place elements, adjust dimensions, and decorate spaces.
  • Follow guided scenarios to see how various components interact.
📌 Best for: Beginners and players who want to master the mechanics before jumping into bigger projects.

In our previous Archiblog, we talked to you about the revamped tutorial we're working on based on your feedback during the demo. Our goal? To deliver a smoother, more intuitive first experience that follows the natural phases of an architectural project, from conception to delivery.

To make things clearer, we’ve structured the tutorial into three main sections: Fundamentals, Delivery, and Advanced. You’ll progress step by step using the standard UI and gameplay features, starting with essential tools. Each step of the tutorial will also be shorter, more dynamic, and easier to follow, with fewer text blocks and more visual guidance. All tutorials will be available from the start so you can choose to do the ones fitting your needs.


2-Career


Climb the ladder, become a renowned architect and lead increasingly ambitious projects!

In career mode, you start as a young architect and work your way up by completing contracts and designing various buildings.


🔹 Goal: Build your reputation, manage your cash balance, and satisfy client expectations.

🔹 What to expect:

  • Progressively complex contracts: Start with small project and progressively get access to more complex structures, challenges and skills.
  • Budget and resource management: Work with limited budget, optimize space, and follow regulations.
  • Demanding clients: Some have specific design preferences, while others have tight budgets, learn to balance constraints.
  • Unlock skills and innovations: Adapt to obstacles and tackle challenges thanks to advanced perks earned through experience.

📌 Best for: Players who enjoy progression, diverse challenges, and strategic decision-making.

3-Free Build


Create your dream home! No limits, just creativity!

Free mode is made for players who want full freedom to design whatever they can imagine.



🔹 Goal: Let your imagination run wild with no constraints.

🔹 What to expect:
  • No budgets or restrictions: Build freely without financial constraints.
  • Build anything: From huge villas to cozy cottages or even wild experiments / recreate your own home.
  • Custom challenges: Create your own rules, design an energy-efficient home, or build a tiny house with max functionality.

📌 Best for: Creative minds who love experimentation and pushing architectural boundaries.
Which mode are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments!

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We’re incredibly excited as we get closer to the launch of Architect Life! The whole team is working hard to make sure everything is ready for you to dive in and start building this June.

Don’t forget to wishlist the game on Steam if you haven’t already, it really helps and ensures you won’t miss any updates.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1296400/Architect_Life_A_House_Design_Simulator/

And stay tuned: a brand-new trailer is coming early next month!

See you soon!

- The Architect Life Team 🏡



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Sign up for our upcoming playtest
Hello everyone!

After carefully reviewing your feedback from the demo, we’ve made several improvements, and now we’d love to hear your thoughts again!

We're kicking off a PC-only playtest on April 28, and we want YOU on board!


🛠️ What’s new?



  • A brand-new tutorial to get you started faster and smoother
  • Overhauled controls for a more responsive, satisfying gameplay experience

🗓️ Starts: April 28
💻 Platform: PC only
🎮 Focus: Tutorial & control improvements
🧪 Goal: Get your insights to help us make the game even better!

We’re looking for both gamepad and keyboard & mouse players, so whatever your playstyle, you’re welcome to join!

👉 Sign up now: my.nacongaming.com/en-US/playtests


Thanks for helping us shape the game—we’re looking forward to hearing what you think!

- The Architect Life Team 🏡

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Archiblog #6: A Message from the devs


For this sixth edition of the Archiblog, we want to take a moment to thank you. After two weeks of the demo, what an incredible experience it has been for Architect Life!

We’ve seen the community of future architects grow steadily, and it’s an absolute honor to share this journey with you.

Your feedback, in all its forms, is invaluable to us. It helps us refine and improve the game continuously. We’ve loved engaging with you and involving you in the game’s evolution.

Upcoming changes



That’s why we’re actively working on improvements based on your input after the demo. Here’s what we’re already focusing on:

  • Keyboard/Mouse controls improvement
  • UI & navigation improvement
  • Addition of Imperial Measure system option (inches/feets units)
  • A complete tutorial rework

Regarding the tutorial, we want to provide a new learning experience that introduces the gameplay in a structured, step-by-step approach, mirroring both the game’s progression and the key phases of an architectural project. Using the standard UI and functions, you'll advance logically and progressively.

The tutorial will guide you from the basics, starting with essential tools and the initial conception phase, through construction and delivery. Advanced tools will be available for you to explore at your own pace.

Our goal is to make the first experience in the game more intuitive, streamlined, and engaging, with a clearer flow, less text, more highlights and shorter! You’ll be able to navigate more freely, jump into creation faster, and choose when to explore advanced tools.


We hope you enjoyed the demo, and we can’t wait to see you all on June 5 for the launch of Architect Life!

There’s still time to join the team of future architects! Come chat with us on Discord, and follow us on Instagram, X (Twitter), and all our social media channels.

To wrap things up, here are a few words from Émile and Rémy, two of Architect Life’s programmers.

Émile, Programmer:

"So many people played the Architect Life demo and showed great interest in it. We received tons of valuable feedback that will help us make the game even better. A huge thank you to all the demo players, your input is what drives the game forward!"


Rémy, Programmer:

"Thank you for all your feedback on the demo! It was a real pleasure to watch you play on stream and see all the content you shared. We know there’s room for improvement, especially in the tutorial, and we’re already working on a complete rework. We can’t wait to show you what’s next and continue this adventure together!"



As we move forward, your support and feedback remain at the heart of Architect Life's development. Every comment, suggestion, and shared experience helps shape the game into something truly special.

The journey doesn’t end here! We’ll be sharing more trailers next month.

Until then, join us on our socials, and let’s continue crafting Architect Life together!

See you soon!

- The Architect Life Team 🏡

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Architect Life Demo Patch 1


Hello Architects!

Thank you for playing Architect Life and for all your valuable feedback on our Discord or on the Steam forums!

In this update, we’ve addressed several community-reported issues, including a fix for the language selection bug and improvements to overall stability.

We've also implemented an initial solution for multiple crash reports. However, if you continue to experience any crashes, please let us know so we can investigate further!


Architect Life Demo - Patch 1



Improvements and Fixes:


  • Language Selection Bug - Performing a clean install (deleting the Architect folder in AppData) should prevent the language prompt from appearing on the first boot in the demo version. However, after this initial setup, language changes and reboots should function correctly.
  • AZERTY Keyboard Issue - Due to limited reports, we are still investigating this issue further.

Stability improvements


We've implemented initial fixes for the following crashes. In our tests, these issues were not reproduced on our end anymore, but we are continuing to investigate. If you still encounter these crashes, please report them to us.

  • Crash when moving a wall in the demo.
  • Crash when placing a door on a wall while the building is surrounded by fences.
  • Crash when separating a fenced area with a room inside.
  • Crash after deleting a curved fence.
  • Crash after placing fences around a specific house.
  • Crash related to placing interior doors on partitions.
  • Crash occurring while playing in Free Mode.
  • Crash when using the "Move a Wall" feature.
  • Crash related to the Wall Edit tool.


Thank you for your support and feedback!

- The Architect Life Team 🏡

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The Nacon Connect is Back
Hello everyone,

We’re excited to announce that NACON Connect is happening on March 6th at 7 PM CET / 10 AM PST! 🎉
The NACON Connect is an online conference organized by NACON, it's the day not to be missed to discover all the latest news about NACON games and accessories!


Join us live on Nacon YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok for an exclusive showcase featuring exciting news, game reveals, and fresh updates on upcoming projects. You won’t want to miss it!


  • 🆕Exclusive announcements
  • 🎮New gameplay footage
  • 🛠️Developer insights and behind-the-scenes content
  • 🤫 Surprises and more!

Stay tuned, spread the word, and mark your calendars!

See you on March 6th! 🔥

- The Architect Life Team 🏡

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Demo feedback & Steam Next Fest
Hello Architects,

First of all, a huge thank you to everyone who has played the demo of Architect Life: A House Design Simulator! Your support and enthusiasm mean a lot to us. The demo will remain available until March 3, so if you haven’t tried it yet, now’s the perfect time!

Speaking of the demo, we're taking part in Steam Next Fest, which runs from February 24, 2025 to March 3, 2025!



We’ve been carefully reading your feedback, and we truly appreciate your insights. Many of you pointed out that the tutorial feels unintuitive, and we hear you! We’re already working on improving it for the full release to ensure a smoother onboarding experience.

We’ve also taken note of your comments regarding the interface and controls, and we’ll be making adjustments to make them more user-friendly. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us refine the game, so please keep sharing your thoughts on our Discord or on the Steam forums!



Thanks again for your support, and happy designing!

- The Architect Life Team 🏡

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Architect Life Screenshot Contest

Hello architects,

Think you’ve got the best architectural skills? Now our Architect Life demo is live, it’s time to put them to the test! Our Screenshot Contest is here, and we’re giving you a chance to win an Custom Xbox Revolution X Pro Controller beautifully crafted by Vadu Amka and a game code upon release on June 2025! 🎮

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1296400/Architect_Life_A_House_Design_Simulator/

📸 How to Enter:



  • Share two screenshots of your house.
  • One screenshot should be taken on the architect desk and one should be taken from the outside or the inside. For now, we haven't yet implemented the option to hide the UI.
  • Theme: Your Dream Vacation Home.


🗺️Where?


  • Post it on our Discord in the dedicated channel "Screenshot contest"
  • Post it on X (Twitter) with the hashtag #ArchitectLifeDemo on a public account
  • Post it on Instagram with the hashtag #ArchitectLifeDemo on a public account

    🏆 Prizes:




    🗳️ How Winners Are Chosen:


    Our team at Shine and Nacon will select five finalists, and the community will vote for the grand winner on our official channels!

    📅 Contest Details:



    • 📍 Where? Join us on Discord in the "Demo Screenshot Contest" channel or on social medias with the hastag #ArchitectLifeDemo
    • 📅 When? February 19 - March 3, 2025
    • 📜Rules: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRkln1g1O5l1ZwvdBWv8pBIzsQTog4fusx-qflOAC9v7Zac127zmgAvIzxvEMFmyfxvq70oe1z3YJ_Z/pub

    Get building, start capturing, and may the best architect win! 🔥

    Good Luck!

    - The Architect Life Team 🏡

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    • Architect Life Demo!

    Hello Architects!

    Exciting news! We’re thrilled to announce that the Architect Life demo will be available on Steam starting February 19th at 10 AM CET / 1 AM PST and will last until March 3rd.

    This is your chance to get hands-on experience with our creative building mechanics and take your first steps toward becoming a master architect.

    ⚠️ Before starting



    Please keep in mind that this demo is based on a build still in development. You may encounter some bugs or unpolished elements. We’ll be improving and adding more content over the next few months before launch, but with this demo we wanted to give you a glimpse of what to expect on the full release on June 5, 2025.

    https://store.steampowered.com/app/1296400/Architect_Life_A_House_Design_Simulator/

    What’s Inside the Demo?



    The free demo will give you a sneak peek at some of the exciting features of Architect Life:

    🏗 Missions Preview - Take on two client missions in Career mode conditions, each with specific project requirements and a set budget. Show off your skills and impress your clients!

    🏡 Free Build Mode - Unleash your creativity and design your dream home with no restrictions. Experiment with layouts, styles, and decorations!

    🌍 Two Construction Locations - Work with two different plots to test your design ideas and building strategies.

    🎨 House Editing Tools - Enjoy access to a variety of tools and a selection of doors, windows, furniture, and decorations to bring your vision to life.

    Feel free to send us all your feedback here on Steam. Also, we're excited to announce that we’ll be opening a Discord starting Wednesday! Stay tuned for more details.

    Join Our Exciting Giveaways!


    To celebrate the upcoming demo, we’re launching two exciting giveaways!

    🎁 Social Media Giveaway


    Starting today, participate in our giveaway on Twitter!
    • How to participate? Simply like, follow, and retweet our giveaway on Twitter post for a chance to win.
    • Prize: 1 Xbox Revolution X Pro Controller (PC compatible) beautifully crafted by Vadu Amka + 1 game code upon release (platform of your choice)
    • Number of Winners: 1 lucky winner!
    • When: Starting February 14th to February 19th


    📸 Screenshot Contest


    Once the demo launches, you'll be able to showcase your architectural skills in a giveaway by taking screenshoots in the game. We'll give you more details soon!

    Mark your calendars for February 19th, and get ready to build, design, and create!

    🔔 Don’t forget to wishlist Architect Life and follow us on Steam to stay updated!

    See you in the demo!

    https://store.steampowered.com/app/1296400/Architect_Life_A_House_Design_Simulator/

    - The Architect Life Team 🏡

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