- [p]Feature: Added Chinese (Traditional) and Chinese (Simplified) language options[/p]
- [p]Feature: Added five new character portraits[/p]
- [p]Adjustment: updated tank controls to be more precise when controlled with an analogue stick[/p]
- [p]Adjustment: adjusted some cameras during dialogue for a better view of the character[/p]
- [p]Adjustment: credits have been updated to include the teams that worked on the new localisations and physical versions of the game[/p]
- [p]Adjustment: added a splash screen following the credits to mention that Time Attack mode has been unlocked (on first completion of the game)[/p]
- [p]Bug Fix: under very specific circumstances of controller input, the previous camera view could be retained when going through a door[/p]
- [p]Bug Fix: depending on story choices, the operator could use an unintended greeting when speaking to the player on Day 3[/p]
- [p]Bug Fix: under certain circumstances a blocked door in the final combat area could display a dialogue prompt but no message would be displayed when interacting with it[/p][p][/p]
Sorry We're Closed
Chinese Language Support and New Character Portraits
Open Your Eye(s) and Ears - Merch is Here!
Double LP Vinyl OST
[p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/41399059/f5454cf7ef571933e066877cbe20a17e26d8e3eb.jpg"][/p][p]C.B.'s dreams of translucent HOT PINK and opaque NEON GREEN are brought to life with Black Screen Records! Inside are two double-sided LP vinyl with unique art on each side of each vinyl. Including the full OST plus unreleased instrumental versions of Catton and Okumura's tracks - four sides of music! The cover is holographic and there's extra art on the inside. We are utterly delighted with how this has turned out.[/p][p][/p][p]Pre-order vinyl OST: https://blackscreenrecords.com/products/sorry-were-closed[/p][p][/p]Enamel Pins
[p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/41399059/da310d80a20d3dab8e9828ef68f4efc1ee501691.jpg"][/p][p]The lovely team at Sanshee have designed some very cute enamel pins for us. Michelle, the Duchess and Robyn are ready to accompany you, even if you venture into the demon outside world![/p][p][/p][p]Pre-order enamel pins: https://sanshee.com/collections/sorry-were-closed[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you so much for your support of Sorry We're Closed. Without you we wouldn't have had the opportunity to create these treats![/p][p][/p][p]Tom & C.B.[/p][p][/p][p]p.s. We announced this a few months back but we do also have a Premium Physical version of the game. You can find all the details in our previous post here.[/p][p][/p][p]p.p.s We'll be back on Thursday with a little bonus news. If you're a Larry fan then Thursday is your day.[/p] Michelle is a winner at the 2025 Game Maker's Sketchbook
Demo Update
We released our original demo back in October 2023 and it was missing many improvements that were included in the full game along with the updates we've been adding since launch.
A new demo is available today that includes:
- French, Spanish and Japanese language options
- Improved controller support
- Optional tank controls
- Aim assist options
- Difficulty modes
- Accessibility settings
- Remappable controls
- New painted character portraits
- Updated character dialogue typewriter and vocal SFX
- Improved performance
- Several bug fixes and adjustments
Please note: saves from the original demo are not compatible with this new version as we've had many changes with how data is saved behind the scenes.
Can't launch the new demo?
Try closing and reopening Steam, we needed to update some of the launch options for the new version and I believe these come from the Steam client rather than the demo file download.
Access the original 2023 demo
We've added a public beta branch "2023 Demo" that can be selected for the game if you'd like to play the original demo.
If you were part way through the 2023 demo and would like to continue without restarting then you can enable the beta branch and your saves will still be there for you if you're playing on the same device.
To opt into the 2023 demo branch:
- Right click on the demo in your Steam Library
- Select "Properties"
- Open the "Beta" tab
- Under "Beta Participation" select "2023 Demo"
- Steam should now automatically download the 2023 demo
Thank you
Tom & C.B.
Premium Physical Version and Console Release
It is a dream come true to have Sorry We're Closed launch on consoles. It's available now for Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.
Alongside this the console launch we released a major update for PC players with new modes, additional painted portraits for several characters and a host of bug fixes.
The engineering team at Akupara Games have worked closely with us on the ports and we are delighted with the results. Performance optimisations from the console versions, along with adjustments for controller sensitivity have been brought over to PC version with yesterday's update.
We have an extra treat to share as we've partnered with Serenity Forge for a premium physical version that's available to pre-order now for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. The physical version is region free and worldwide shipping is available.
Link to pre-order: https://store.serenityforge.com/products/sorry-we-re-closed-premium-edition
Thank you so much for your support and we hope you continue to enjoy the game on PC or your console of choice!
Tom and C.B.
New Game+, Time Attack and... Marty's Portrait!
We've been working on some much requested features for the last few months.
Today we're released an update on all platforms that includes:
- New Game+
- Time Attack Mode
- Difficulty Modes
There are a whole set of bug fixes and adjustments as well.
More detail about the new features and how to access them is available in this post.
C.B. has been hard at work on new character art - we've added painted portraits for Marty, Lucy, Beloved, Creed and more!
Thank you everyone for your support and we hope you enjoy the update!
Tom and C.B.
Sorry We're Closed is coming to consoles this week!
Console versions include every adjustment and fix we've made to the PC version since launch as well as all the new features coming in this week's update.
- The demon world is more accessible than ever with rebalanced combat areas, improved controller sensitivity, aim assist options and new difficulty modes.
- Restart the adventure in New Game+ to keep your upgrades and collectables as you explore alternate story paths.
- Race against the clock to improve your combat level scores in Time Attack mode.
- Motion-controlled aiming with gyroscope support on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation.
Tell your friends!
Thank you
Tom and C.B.
New Features Coming March 6th
New Portraits
Some key cast members will have new portraits, painted by C.B. Experience Marty's glow-up soon!
New Game+
Restart the adventure in New Game+ to keep your upgrades and collectables as you explore alternate story paths.
- Collect artifacts you missed on previous runs
- Re-collect artifacts to sell again for more Yowzas
- Become the ultimate Michelle with all of T.A.D's upgrades!
New Game+ can be selected after the credits. If you have an old save at the end of the game, you can load it up and in a few minutes you'll be off and away in NG+.
Time Attack Mode
Replay combat levels to improve your best time and rank! No upgrades, no saves*, it's you against the clock! (*if you ask the operator nicely they will create a temporary checkpoint for you)
Time Attack is unlocked after completing the main game. If you previously completed the game, Time Attack should unlock automatically for you after the update.
Difficulty Modes
When you start a game you will be prompted to select from Easy, Normal or Hard mode. Outside of the difficulty modes, combat has seen a number of balancing adjustments since launch.
Difficulty can be changed at any time in the Settings menu and will work with existing saves.
All of these will be available as a free update on March 6th.
Thank you
Tom
Patch Notes for December 22nd 2024
This is an update I’ve been working on for several weeks with the goal of improving play when using a controller. Aiming should be smoother and we’re hoping it makes for a comfortable experience when playing with a controller.
The “Weak Point Aim Assist” will help with aiming at enemy weak points while using the third eye, it has low, medium and high settings. You can combine it with the existing “Weak Point Stickiness” setting which helps to keep weak points targeted once the reticle is over them.
- Feature: New “Weak Point Aim Assist” setting available in “Settings” > “Accessibility”
- Adjustment: Smoother controller aiming
- Adjustment: Slightly higher default controller sensitivity (your existing setting won’t be changed if you already started playing). You can adjust this in “Settings” > “Controller”
Thank you and Happy Holidays!
Tom
Awards, Nominations and Overwhelmingly Positive!
Best Queer Horror Romance Game
Yesterday, Friday 13th, we were awarded "Best Queer Horror Romance Game" at TGAGWCAGA 2024 (The Game Awards for Games Who Can't Afford the Game Awards) - a highly contested category! It was a lovely event highlighting so many cool indie games. You can see the show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrLRWxntgg
The Horror Game Awards
Today, Saturday 14th, we'll be at the Horror Game Awards where we are thrilled to be nominated for:
- Horror Game of the Year
- Best Indie Horror
- Best Survival Horror
- Best Narrative
- Best Soundtrack
- Best Indie Developer
📺 Watch the stream here: https://www.youtube.com/@HorrorGameAwards
🕔 Friday, December 14th
8pm GMT / 9pm CET / 3pm ET / 12pm PT
Thank You!
It means so much to us to see people resonating with what we've created. We can't quite believe we've reached the 500 review threshold on Steam and are now labelled as "Overwhelmingly Positive". It is very surreal and we are very grateful!
Thank you
Tom and C.B.