Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog news & patch notes

Dear Players, It has now been two full months since the launch of Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog, and across all platforms and communities, we've received an outpouring of love and support for the game and we are grateful for all the suggestions, critiques, and expectations you've shared. It's been some time since our last update, and today we’re rolling out a new patch to address some of the concerns. In this patch, we are adding a new screen scaling option, delivering the special rewards to beta players who participated in the survey, and taking the opportunity to fix some bugs. Full details are listed below:

- Add "Scaling mode" option

• "Stretch" is the existing display mode
• "Sharp" will show the pixels perfectly, adding black bars around the edge of the screen if necessary

- Add experimental font option for OpenDyslexic

- Add cosmetic bonus content for players who completed the survey at the end of the Steam demo

• Cassie Jacket: Can be enabled in the Options to show Cassie wearing the jacket you placed over her when she was unconscious at the end of the demo
• Bonus photos: Go to Cassie's quarters to see some extra photos of you and Cassie

*If you've completed the survey but can't see the bonus content, please let us know in the pinned discussion thread on Steam. Fixes:

• Fix not being able to re-enter Cassie's quarters before the O'Brien
• Fix choosing to confront Vanessa sometimes playing the Hansen capture sequence
• Fix datapad unlock task not updating when the password is auto-completed
• Update the scrollbar in the narrative map to make it more visible
• Fix visual issue with Cassie Down Graphic
• Fix visual issue with Gun-Dog Shooting animation
• Fix visual issue in CM Foam animation
• Fix visual issue when viewing the history screen during the ending
• Fix scanlines not showing in the main menu
• Fix some typos in Spanish localisation
• Fix typos in early game Fire Control
• Fix ITEM button not flashing in the Central Computer in part 16

Dear Players, Thank you for your unwavering support since the release! We are thrilled to announce that community items for Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog are now live!

1. Animated Avatars

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2. Profile Backgrounds (3 Designs)

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3. Trading Cards

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4. Badges Inspired by Key Items

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5. Chat Emotes

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New Discount Campaign Launched

Enjoy a 10% discount for purchases made from March 28, 2025 to April 1, 2025. Your continued support means the world to us! Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog Team March 28, 2025

Patch Notes v1.0.10

• Fixed map display inconsistencies under specific circumstances.
• Resolved airlock hatch positioning errors in rare situations.
• Corrected background rendering and player interaction functionality in mini-games.
• Adjusted unlock timing of "Space Attorney" achievement.
• Localization improvement.

Dear Players, Since its release on February 20, Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog has received an incredible amount of support from the community. We are truly grateful—thank you. Today, we’re pleased to announce the availability of the official soundtrack and digital artbook, offered in two special upgradable digital editions!

Upgrade Option 1: Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog Deluxe Edition

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Includes:

Base Game

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"HIBIKI of the Cosmos" Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog Digital Soundtrack

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/bf147602bd89ad4b6f757e3b12e94a4128528962.png * The amazing 22-track chiptune OST from the game

Bundle Price: 16.89 USD (11% discount)

*If you have already purchased the Base Game, the cost of the Base Game will be automatically deducted from the bundle price at the time of upgrade, as per Steam’s pricing system.

Upgrade Option 2: Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog Complete Edition

Includes:

Base Game

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"HIBIKI of the Cosmos" Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog Digital Soundtrack

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/bf147602bd89ad4b6f757e3b12e94a4128528962.png * The amazing 22-track chiptune OST from the game

"KISEKI of the Gun-Dog" – Digital Artbook

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Bundle Price: 19.52 USD (15% discount)

* If you have already purchased the Base Game, the cost of the Base Game will be automatically deducted from the bundle price at the time of upgrade, as per Steam’s pricing system.

Additionally, both the Soundtrack and Digital Artbook are available for individual purchase, priced at 3.99 USD each.

AND WHAT'S NEXT?

We have been actively listening to all your feedback from all channels and will continue bringing new and meaningful content in the future. As a sneak peak, we are currently working on community items featuring fan-favorite characters. More details will be shared very soon!

Thank you for your continued support. Astrolabe Games February 27, 2025

Patch Notes v1.0.9

• Fixed an issue where investigating coffee cup under specific circumstances caused incorrect behavior.
• Resolved several display issues with images and dialogues in Vanessa's route.
• Localization improvement.
• Minor bug fixes and adjustments.

Bug Fixes:

• Fix a crash that can occur at the end of the game.
• Fix a softlock that can occur after meeting the captain for the first time.
• Localization improvement.

Bug Fixes：

• Fix players getting stuck in the TALK menu at the start of part 4 in Mess Hall.
• Fixed incorrect text sound effects in certain chapters.
• Localization improvement.

Dear Players: The wait is FINALLY over - Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog is now officially available across platforms! Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog is a visual novel adventure in the spirit of classic PC-9800 titles. As the Jovian patrol ship sails into the darkness among the stars, you will feel like you are on an adventure in an 80s Sci-Fi as they solve the mystery they find themselves in.

Branching Narratives

Be careful! Your choices throughout the story shape the fate of the crew—influencing relationships and unlocking multiple endings. And, of course, there will be quite some unexpected PLOT TWISTS, so keep your saves handy! Also, to ensure that everyone can fully experience the game's epic story at their own pace free from spoilers, we humbly ask you to check our community content creation & spoiler guidelines at: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2118420/view/748263387705639006 We encourage you to replay the game to explore some further options—Maybe you can uncover some specific hidden info and reveal unexpected truths!

Steam Deck & Cloud-Save Features

✅ Fully verified for Steam Deck ☁️ Cloud save compatibility between PC & handheld *When starting the game via Steam Deck, you may encounter font blurring. To resolve this: Open "Settings" and navigate to the second page; Switch display mode to "Fullscreen" This adjustment will ensure correct text rendering on the Steam Deck. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/1294f122d6b3680bc81bf00e7f96871eeb5492bc.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/4ff2c57814183abd503db4587e32436fdd83a166.png

Just In Case You Bumped into a Bug...

Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog is entirely built on the open-source Ren’Py engine. The version you’re playing has undergone meticulous quality checks to eliminate bugs, but if you happen to encounter an engine-related error message, like this: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/26ecb53710029548cfc6dc0332b1451434e56b6e.jpg You should be able to safely dismiss the error message by clicking “Ignore” to continue your adventure.

Join the Community!

We’d love to hear your thoughts and feedback! Join us here: Official Discord: https://discord.gg/EP6PyTkwmb Steam Discussion Board: Drop your messages or questions on the official Steam forums! Your feedback is always greatly appreciated! Thank you for your support, and we hope you enjoy your journey aboard the JFS Gun-Dog! Space Colony Studios & Astrolabe Games February 20, 2025

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/34b43bafd3ba680df3145a898392c5d2e2e42d30.png Dear Players and Creators, As Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog prepares for launch, we want to ensure that players worldwide can fully experience the game’s epic story at their own pace, free from spoilers. We kindly ask for your cooperation in following these spoiler prevention and content creation guidelines: ⚠️ Content Creation & Streaming Guidelines ⚠️

Content Creators & Streamers

Please include a clear "Spoiler Alert" at the beginning of your content or in the title when streaming. For Live Streams

• We strongly advise against revealing any part of the game’s ending within 72 hours of release.

For Walkthroughs & Other Content Such as Story Analysis Videos

• We kindly ask you not to release any single playthrough videos before February 28.
• We also strongly advise against posting full playthrough videos at any time to help preserve the experience for new players.

Community Discussions

• We encourage story-related discussions to take place in the designated "Story Discussion" thread on the Steam Discussion Board (using the spoiler tag) or in the "Spoiler-Chat" channel on our official Discord server.
• Please refrain from mentioning key turning points or ending details in general discussions to avoid spoiling the experience for others.

We greatly appreciate your understanding and cooperation—without the incredible support and feedback from the community, Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog wouldn’t be what it is today. We hope you all have an amazing journey aboard the JFS Gun-Dog! 🚀 — The Development & Publishing Team

Honoured and happy to announce that "Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog" is once again part of this year's The Storyteller's Festival, together with many amazing narrative games! We can't wait to reveal the game to all of you in TWO DAYS! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/4538615929016cbce00bcf8331ae2b5576793e70.jpg Join us on Steam for The Storyteller's Festival 2025 from February 17-24! https://store.steampowered.com/publisher/TwoHalfStudios/sale/TheStorytellersFestival2025

Fellow Crewmates! Today, we continue to introduce the "Gun-dog" and her crew. First, we’re excited to share a preview of another soundtrack:

Duty And Discovery

https://youtu.be/QJ4JI84KB-E * The full version of the track will be available as part of the OST after the game releases.

Cassie's Quarters

Apart from the Captain's Quarters, all crew members' quaters on the Gundog are similar in size and structure. However, even so, Cassie's room stands out in its own unique way. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/35d8ea68462bdc97be0d956bc29268725de11643.png Those who have played the demo might remember vividly how messy Cassie's room is. With every step, you might kick something—clothes, a hairdryer, plush toys, books, or even soda cans. This is not how a senior officer's room should look, but considering Cassie's overly carefree personality... it somehow makes sense.

Cassandra Quinn

In the story, Cassie is the protagonist's lover. They were separated for years due to different missions, but now they are reunited on the Gundog. According to Cassie, the reason she was transferred to the Gundog was due to cutting corners in daily safety management, which led to their ship being quickly compromised during a drill—but this might just be the final straw. Who knows what other troubles she’s caused? {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/8e94a6182bb45d68f66031c3afb81bd8aa694198.png In the latter half of the demo, Cassie loses consciousness for unknown reasons, and the crisis aboard the Gundog begins to unfold. As for the connection between the two, please find out in the full version of the game, coming soon! Stay tuned!

Greetings, crewmates! Finally, SFS: The Gun-dog is going to be officially released in next week. To better inform everyone, we’re pleased to announce the global launch schedule for various countries and regions: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/c97b5231d65b8f897f0a4d86054ffeedff017358.png Stay tuned for more details and get ready for launch later this week.

Fellow Crewmates! First, we’re excited to share a preview of another soundtrack:

More Questions Than Answers

https://youtu.be/_rks0FQuRrI * The full version of the track will be available as part of the OST after the game releases. Today's introduction will be a bit different. Instead of starting with the ship's facilities, we will introduce three crew members.

Ensign Hansen Crwys

Hansen is a "Juno III" mech pilot aboard the Gun-Dog. Due to the limited number of mechs on board, the pilot team is small but elite. Having survived the last war, most pilots who made it this far are highly skilled. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/6943629a8da2ae0843a60892fa8f8f3524a5beaf.png Although just an unknown soldier, Hansen's abilities should not be underestimated. It is said that during the last war, his squad was wiped out except for him, and he fought to the last moment in a nearly destroyed mech—its lower body severely damaged, thrusters operating at less than 10%, and only the right monitor still functioning. He was almost treated as space debris after attempting to seize a friendly sniper weapon. After being rescued from the cockpit, he was so overexcited that the medic had to inject him with a near-lethal dose of sedatives to calm him down.

Ensign Haru Rumney

Also a "Juno III" mech pilot, Haru has a very good relationship with Hansen. After all, maintaining a certain level of synergy is part of the pilot team's combat effectiveness. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/b86bd903a29e9780e2eed1b52aa014fb7f2c5aba.png Haru is a lot more relaxed than Hansen but carries themselves with the same swagger and self assuredness that he does, the kind of confidence you get from going into some pretty tough scrapes involving 15 metre tall weapons of war and coming out alive. Although they're easier to get along with they still have some pretty bad habits. Smoking in the mess hall is their most offensive trait. No one wants a burger that tastes like tobacco.

Lieutenant Vanessa Lord

In the previously released demo, First Mate Captain Vanessa Lord was also a standout character, though more in a negative direction. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/4eaaaa154002745aed464e308894b60fc50f3836.png Many are deceived by her appearance, thinking she is a disciplined, reliable "class monitor" type. However, after the Gun-Dog experienced a positional malfunction causing a complete power outage, her true nature gradually revealed itself. In the after story, will she become an unstable factor on the ship, or will she firmly stand on the same side as the protagonist? Find out after the game's release!

Fellow Crewmates! Today, we continue introducing the “Gundog” and her crew. First, we’re excited to share a preview of another soundtrack:

Darkness And Deliberation

https://youtu.be/QFjViwDpvuE * The full version of the track will be available as part of the OST after the game releases. Those who have played the demo will be very familiar with this track. It accompanies you when the Gundog experiences an unknown malfunction, causing a complete power outage. Here, we revisit the tense feeling of groping in the dark to find a way out.

Captain's Quarters

The Captain's Quarters, being a private space, are rarely accessed by anyone other than the captain. Although some officers use this space for discussions, consultations, and other informal meetings, Merys Bartermews, the captain of the Gundog, is clearly not one of them. Crew members seldom see her outside the bridge—or more accurately, they rarely see her at all, even on the bridge, as most duties are managed by the first mate. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/8218c3203a919681b0c0f2f5cf3f99992268c95c.png The Captain's Quarters on the Gundog consist of a bedroom, bathroom, and office, which is a fairly standard configuration in the military, but it is much more luxurious compared to the rooms of other crew members. Captain Bartermews' room appears unremarkable: a star map of the Wooden Star Sector hangs on the wall, various documents are piled up, and a bottle of whiskey is always on the desk. Although alcohol is technically contraband on board, many captains secretly bring some aboard, one of the few privileges they enjoy.

Captain Merys Bartermews

Many captains enjoy recounting war stories from their past, but Captain Bartermews is the opposite. She rarely speaks of her past, almost like a fresh graduate from the officer academy. However, many crew members know that she survived the last war in its entirety. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/65e4875d53183563f981c1881316dc561cf928e6.png Generally, surviving officers are a scarce resource after a war and are rarely assigned to lightweight, high-speed patrol ships like the Gundog. As for why Captain Bartermews has chosen to serve on the Gundog, only a few senior officials might know. Stay tuned for more insights into the Gun-dog and her crew!

Fellow Crewmates! Today, we continue introducing the Gun-Dog and her crew. First, we’re excited to share a preview of another soundtrack:

Your New Orders

https://youtu.be/Cs3HqWVfz6k * The full version of the track will be available as part of the OST after the game releases. This track appears in the latter half of the game, during a pivotal moment when the protagonist team faces a life-altering decision. Accompanied by this music, they will overcome their inner obstacles and take the hardest steps to resolve the crisis.

Fire Control

As a lightweight, high-speed patrol ship, the Gun-Dog has forgone heavy armaments—including a main cannon—retaining only close-range patrol cannons and a few missile launchers for minimal self-defence. With no weapons requiring manual operation or optical targeting, the fire control system is almost entirely automated, making it one of the most streamlined systems aboard. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/0d90036da28a5f5455142686335ae6c05f8dd3f0.gif As a result, after the war ended, the Fire Control Room became one of the most peaceful places on the ship—used mostly for drills. While the crew often jokes that the fire control team does nothing all day, deep down, everyone hopes they never have to.

Warrant Officer Dylan Dees

Dylan is perhaps the most mysterious person aboard the Gun-Dog, spending most of his time in Fire Control and rarely even visiting the Mess Hall. Given that fire control is essentially a quiet, low-maintenance post, many see it as a cushy job. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/22765e9f5431c39e7b7b2384c204e18bf08b2116.png On the rare occasions you cross paths with him, he’s usually wearing headphones. Strike up a conversation, and it won’t be long before he starts talking about his love for obscure rock music—and his disdain for contemporary pop hits. Rumour has it he was reassigned to the Gun-Dog after missing an order on his previous ship because he was too focused on his music. If he makes the same mistake again, he might be stuck on ground duty… though he doesn’t seem to care. For Dylan, all that matters is having a quiet space to listen to his music. Stay tuned for the next episode of "One Hundred Views of the Gun-Dog"!

Fellow Crewmates! Today, we continue introducing the Gun-Dog and her crew. First, we’re excited to share a preview of another soundtrack:

Casting a Shadow

https://youtu.be/FPBsC5eSWbI * The full version of the track will be available as part of the OST after the game releases. In Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog, the crew is tasked with investigating a mysterious signal. As this track plays, they venture into the unknown—who sent the signal, and what dangers await? The truth will be revealed in the story to come.

Sick Bay

Though the last war has long ended, the Sick Bay aboard the Gun-Dog remains anything but quiet. While life-threatening injuries are rare, the focus has shifted to mental health support, chronic illness management, and maintaining the crew’s overall well-being. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/3adcb842c2c94d3f68b25777fc4c1734fc3a3dda.gif Some crew members still battle severe PTSD from the war. Others struggle with long-term effects of working in a no-daylight environment or digestive issues caused by low gravity. The Sick Bay remains one of the ship’s most essential areas.

Dr. Seifer Rosarium

Dr. Rosarium, the ship’s military doctor, is highly skilled but prefers silence. No one knows the full story behind his mechanical eye and hand, but rumors persist. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/7f4fb7a3692324a9e831ebd4debb53d5c8d0449e.png Some say his prosthetics conceal surgical tools or hidden syringes. However, spend enough time with him, and you’ll realize—Dr. Rosarium is no tech expert. He can’t even figure out how to use a datapad. But when it comes to fixing people, he’s far better than fixing machines. Stay tuned for more insights into the Gun-Dog and her crew!

Fellow crewmates! The full-color demo of SFS: The Gun-Dog has been live for five months now, and we want to take a moment to express our gratitude to everyone who played the demo and shared their feedback. Your support and passion have been truly inspiring. We’ve carefully reviewed all feedback, including community comments and survey responses. Many of the suggested improvements have already been implemented in the upcoming full release. However, the current demo doesn’t yet reflect these changes. As a result, we’ve decided to temporarily take the demo offline. Once it has been updated to match the full version’s improvements, we’ll make it available again for new players to download. We’ll continue listening to your feedback and using your valuable suggestions to further refine the game. Thank you once again for your support! — The SFS: The Gun-Dog Team

Fellow crewmates! Today, we're continuing our exploration of the Gun-Dog and her crew! Let’s kick things off with a powerful tune:

Fight to Survive

https://youtu.be/RZfkywtTb7w * The full version of the track will be available as part of the OST after the game releases. This track isn’t included in the current demo, as it’s reserved for moments of high tension. But rest assured, when this music kicks in, the protagonists will face dire challenges—and maybe even find a way to turn the tide.

Engines

Today's "One Hundred Views of The Gun-Dog" features the Engines, one of the most crucial areas of the ship. For most of the crew, the Mess Hall is the favourite spot on the ship (pilots might have different opinions). But if you were to ask which area they’d avoid the most, the engine room would probably take the top spot. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/ce9895d3cd198371842ec25cc1a05560b7f8f799.gif As the heart of the ship’s power supply, the engine room showcases humanity’s cutting-edge spacefaring technology—bosons, controlled nuclear fusion, and more. With humanity's interstellar colonization expanding rapidly, starship propulsion systems have undergone continuous innovation. Because of its critical importance and inherent danger, the engine room is one of the few true “restricted zones” on the Gun-Dog.

Mackenzie Cathays

Another reason the crew avoids the Engines? The intimidating presence of Chief Engineer, Mackenzie Cathays. Mackenzie’s management style harkens back to the days of WWII maintenance crews—strict, humourless, and full of seemingly outdated methods for running this high-tech space. She even knows Morse code! Can you imagine? In this day and age, someone still clings to a centuries-old communication system. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/1e52cec7ed478710a277619db7b52012f716831c.png But Mackenzie insists, “Spacecraft and Earth’s old ocean ships are fundamentally similar. Morse code shouldn’t be forgotten.” Who knows? Maybe this outdated knowledge will come in handy one day… Stay tuned for more insights into the Gun-Dog and her crew!

Fellow mates, From January 27th to February 10th, Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog will be part of Steam's Lunar New Year Sale. All of us at Space Colony Studios extend our heartfelt wishes to our incredible Asian player community. As we welcome the new year, we’re continuing to actively work on Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog. Thank you for your support, and don’t forget to add our game to your wishlist! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2118420/_/ Survive the mystery that awaits the JFS Gun-Dog in deep space in this retro visual novel / graphic adventure. Wishing you all a Happy New Year in the Year of the Snake! The Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog Team

Greetings, crewmates! Reading text can sometimes feel a little dry, so we’ve prepared a piece of music for you to listen to while reading!

A Shining Light

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caqu7CyVfvE * The full version of the track will be available as part of the OST after the game releases. This track plays a key role throughout over half of SFS: The Gun-Dog's story, and will introduce you to a crucial character in the game—Cassandra. However, today’s spotlight isn’t on her, so let’s keep the suspense and start with someone else.

HANGAR

The story takes place aboard the high speed patrol ship Gun-Dog, part of the Jovian Unified Colony Fleet. Many classic sci-fi works feature the hangar as a critical part of the ship, and that’s no different here. The hangar is the area where the fleet’s mechs are stored and prepared for use. As a high speed patrol ship, Gun-Dog is primarily tasked with reconnaissance and special operations, requiring a lightweight design. Consequently, the ship is relatively compact, and the hangar can only accommodate a limited number of mechs at a time. In this low-gravity environment, the maintenance crew and pilots use sliding handrails to move around, allowing them to quickly reach their targets. However, according to the Jovian Unified Colony Fleet regulations, civilian personnel are prohibited from performing these seemingly simple tasks without special certification to avoid accidents. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/c04895e1561c18a132fa8123b82a87b68514ae99.gif That said, it’s been over four years since the last war ended, and most ships—including the Gun-Dog—have used the hangar the least during regular operations. Aside from mech storage and maintenance, the hangar’s primary role—combat readiness—is rarely needed. Most of the time, only minimal simulation training is conducted to keep pilots and crew proficient.

Dalton Grange

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/e2a41c8aa81fbe2fd36fa91eda71d0d6d8605d98.png In the demo of SFS: The Gun-Dog, the hangar is a required location, but the demo doesn’t include any combat scenarios, so the hangar doors remain closed. Due to the lack of combat action, the Gun-Dog has only a small team of maintenance personnel—Cadet Dalton Grange. Dalton is still green, often startled by the smallest things, but despite his nervousness, he’s more than capable of handling the daily maintenance duties on the ship. Rumor has it that he’s also working on a secret project in his spare time... That’s all for today! Next time, we’ll introduce more of the ship’s crew and facilities. Stay tuned!

Greetings, crewmates! As previously announced, the 80s Sci-Fi visual novel adventure Stories From Sol: The Gun-Dog will officially launch on February 20, 2025. Thank you for your continued support and patience. The game's development is now almost complete and has entered the final polishing stage. In the full version of the game, in addition to the previously revealed full-color mode, we’ve prepared a rich story featuring nearly 300,000 words with branching paths, multiple playthroughs, and various endings. We hope you’ll enjoy this thrilling adventure aboard the Gun-dog. And today, we're thrilled to share the game's pricing details:

The PC version will be priced at $14.99 USD, with a 10% launch discount.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2118420/_/ Over the next month, we’ll continue refining the game to ensure it launches in the best possible state. Stay tuned, and thank you for your anticipation!

Greetings, crewmates! We’re thrilled to announce that Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog has officially passed the Steam Deck compatibility review! We now have that shiny green badge! Now, you can enjoy the adventure wherever you are - whether it’s at home in bed, on your commute, or on a transatlantic jet. Your journey with the Gun-Dog is more portable than ever! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/5e7d06eba0bc68da43b73d6a5ffa4822e73e5631.jpg We appreciate your continued support and hope you’ll recommend the game to your Steam Deck-owning friends. Thank you! - The SFS: The Gun-Dog Team

We are excited to announce that from the 27th to the 29th of September Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog will be present at IndieDevDay, the biggest independent videogame fair in Spain. The event will take place at La Farga de L'Hospitalet, in Barcelona, in an exhibition space of 8.500 m². Don't forget to come and see us to enjoy an amazing demo. See you soon! September 24, 2024 {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/575f9250ea131df872265ac7b3438a43ab8b4ad3.jpg

Publisher Astrolabe Games and Meridiem is excited to announce that "Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog" is officially scheduled for release on February 20, 2025. Along with the release date announcement, Astrolabe Games has also revealed the latest trailer for the game, showcasing the all-new Full-Color mode. At the same time, the demo, previously available on Steam, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch, will receive a major update to become fully colored! (Sep.5 for PlayStation 5, Sep.19 for Nintendo Switch) "Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog" is set to launch on multiple platforms and will support French, Spanish, and German, in addition to the previously announced Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese localizations. Additionally, a physical edition of the game will be released simultaneously, courtesy of publishing partners PM Studios Inc. in North America and Meridiem Games in Europe. Players are encouraged to keep an eye on the publishing partners’ sites for physical edition availability. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/1fa099defec681684e6cc1ccb568d23e3ff87443.jpg

Game Info

War is over. War is just beginning. Planetary Calendar 214. Four years have passed since the end of the Solar War. Our protagonist, scarred from the loss of his crewmates in the war, is re-assigned to the Jovian patrol ship Gun-Dog as it’s dispatched with orders to investigate mysterious signals coming from the edge of Jovian Space. Unknown to the Gun-Dog’s crew, a new danger looms deep in the ocean of stars, threatening not just the Gun-Dog but all her crew. Take on the role of the Gun-Dog's security officer as you attempt to save the ship from an unknown assailant whilst navigating the paranoia, conspiracies and vendettas that break out amongst the crew. As camaraderie falls apart can you overcome the challenges that await? {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/09ba535b16ba089f94414b3a5f63759818d0c90b.jpg The Game - A love letter to retro anime and 80s Sci-Fi. Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog is a visual novel adventure in the spirit of classic PC-9800 titles. Featuring a vintage green screen aesthetic, Space Colony Studios strives to create an "era-accurate" game that exudes retro vibes in every way, from the text to the visual effects. As the Jovian patrol ship sails into the darkness among the stars, the players will feel like they are on an adventure in an 80s Sci-Fi as they solve the mystery they find themselves in. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/f1340d292c2ac6ac8130e4a961b14b7140b090ac.jpg The Story – A new threat emerges from the void. Humans have long since freed themselves from the grasp of gravity, but they are still unable to escape the hold of war. It’s year 214 of the Planetary Calendar. Four years have passed since the end of the Solar War and an uneasy peace persists throughout the solar system. The Jovian patrol ship Gun-Dog is sent on a reconnaissance mission to investigate mysterious signals coming from the edge of Jovian space. What starts as a routine assignment quickly escalates into a battle for survival as an unknown threat terrorises the crew. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/b7e18a37601315a74d0298f06efbac786b02555b.jpg The Gameplay – Investigate. Interact. Analyse. Advance. Utilising traditional point-and-click adventure mechanics, during your time on the Gun-Dog, you can navigate various locations on the ship, examine the details of the richly realised backgrounds or talk with the different crew members on board. You will need to listen closely to the characters' words to reveal important clues or duplicitous intentions and keep your eyes peeled for key items and interactive elements in the backgrounds that you can use to advance the story. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/99e62e20904f3decbdbe8cb1f2f8548903797753.jpg The Characters – Get on board with the crew of the Gun-Dog! much so that their charm and charisma convinced the team at Astrolabe Games to board the Gun-Dog and sign up to be the publisher. From the elegant yet distant Captain Bartermews, to the bubbly Lieutenant Commander Cassandra Quinn, to the assertive and domineering Chief Mackenzie Cathays, “The Gun-Dog” features an extensive cast of characters for you to meet. Each crew member has a distinct personality, role and history. Get to know them and their quirks and decide whether to work with or against them to unravel the mystery that lies at the story’s heart. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/170c76574435efc9a82a9b7b771424053d7e5b73.jpg The Place - Adventure in an entirely explorable ship! The main stage of the first installment in the "Stories from Sol" series, as the Jovian patrol ship Gun-Dog heads into deep space it serves as the setting for the game’s story. It has been exhaustively realised. Rich and evocative descriptions of the ship, including the constant rumble of the engine room, the bustle of the bridge, the silence of space pair with an extensive range of scenes that have been meticulously designed and animated in detail to deliver an immersive experience. Inspired by the best that anime has to offer the ship even features "Armoured Frames", mechanised, human shaped, weapons of war. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/a09a59cd99597727874067fc14e674ab81bc52cd.jpg

Hey everyone! We are excited to unveil the latest trailer for "Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog," showcasing extensive all-new gameplay footage ahead of its highly-anticipated global release this winter. Alongside the trailer reveal, the latest playable demo will be available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4 and Nintendo SwitchTM today. "Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog" is set to launch on multiple platforms and will support French, Spanish, and German, in addition to the previously-announced Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese localization. At the same time, a physical edition of the game is being released simultaneously, courtesy of publishing partners PM Studios Inc. in North America, and Meridiem Games, in Europe. Players are encouraged to keep an eye on publisher partner’s site for physical edition’s availability. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/09af80ef6d5921e3753c708d711c020c35c75d0c.png The Development Team April 26, 2024

Hello Gamers, As we welcome the Year of the Dragon, all of us at Space Colony Studios extend our heartfelt wishes to our incredible Asian player community. Embracing the spirit of this powerful new year, we're excited to continue our annual tradition. With the help of our passionate friend, Furin, we're thrilled to present a special Year of the Dragon theme, showcasing Cassie in a vibrant dragon dance! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/8961e3e9d424de22a3a8a8e0ab6f5d25da2a33b7.png Happy Lunar Chinese New Year to you and yours - A legendary journey awaits! Here's to a year of epic adventures into the deep Jovian Space!

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/88f58404a224ae489ed73e11111b939d7b07e365.jpg Dear Players, We're excited to participate in the Steam China Showcase hosted by Steam China! During the event, a free demo of Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog has been accessible to all players. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2118420/Stories_from_Sol_The_GunDog/ We would like to invite all passionate gamers to give Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog a try – we promise that you won’t be disappointed! Make sure to check out the featured Steam Page for the Steam China Showcase as well! The Development Team September 22, 2023 Link to the featured page of Steam China Showcase: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/steamchinashowcase2023

Dear Crew Members of Gun-Dog, Thank you for supporting! Based on the feedback we have collected from the community, we have made a few adjustments to ensure a smoother game play experience for players. Controller support Controller support has been significantly upgraded. It should now feel a lot more natural.

• Display a bar/icon next to the focused item in menus
• The right analog stick now performs the same action as mouse scrolling up/down
• This includes opening and closing the new history menu
• All menus should now open with the first item focused
• The B button consistently backs out of the current menu or action
• The top button (Xbox: Y, PS: triangle, Nintendo: X) now opens the map

Quality of life

• Cancel the selected action (MOVE, LOOK etc) when pressing escape/right click
• WASD keys now function the same as the arrow keys
• Open Save menu when pressing "Q"
• Open Load menu when pressing "Z"
• Open the Map when pressing "M" or "F" - "M" is expected for English-speaking players, but "F" can be reached with the left hand

History screen History screen has been reworked to fit more naturally into the game flow.

• Scrolling up or pressing T now opens the dialogue history screen
• Scrolling down, pressing escape or B on a controller will close it
• History menu item has been removed

Other Changes

• Reduce line height for the Japanese font to fit 4 lines of dialogue on screen

In addition, we fixed some tiny known bugs and optimized several displays and functions. As always, we actively listen to the voices of our player base and optimize our game accordingly. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with your comments, suggestions, or concerns. Until Next Time, The Development Team & Astrolabe Games June 20, 2023

Dear Crew Members of Gun-Dog, We are excited to announce that the first global demo of " Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog," developed by Space Colony Studios, is now available on Steam!

In this demo, you'll have the opportunity to play through the first hour of the full game – play as the protagonist to complete the initial boarding procedure and meet with fellow crew members for the first time. It will be the commencement of an epic adventure into the deep Jovian space.

To continuously improve our game and deliver the best experience at launch, we would like to invite you to participate in a quick survey after you complete the demo - we want to know what you think about this Demo, as well as “Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog” as a whole, so any feedback is greatly appreciated!

As a token of our appreciation, crew members who complete the demo and subsequently submit the survey will be granted an exclusive feature - "Jukebox" in the official release! This feature will allow you to play your favourite tracks anytime, anywhere during your deployment on the Gun-Dog in the full release! Once again, thank you for your continued support. We can't wait to welcome you aboard the "Gun-Dog"! Until Next Time, The Development Team & Astrolabe Games May 20, 2023 {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42818636/7ae8b3c99be16e914255d53afd0882d87f96e774.png