Checkpoint Gaming: Heartspell is “peak, pinnacle queer game design”
We are honored for Heartspell to have been chosen as Checkpoint Gaming‘s Queer Game of the Month! Queer Game of the Month: November 2025 – Heartspell: Horizon Academy. The team …
MonsterVine: “Heartspell: Horizon Academy has a lot to offer”
Thanks to MonsterVine for the preview! Heartspell: Horizon Academy Preview – Magic, Match-3 Puzzles, and Meaningful Bonds. In addition to the romantic and platonic options, there are sometimes minor branching …
Indieformer: “Heartspell proves the value of looking past your own lanes.”
Thanks to Indieformer for the deep dive interview! #49 | Why I Stopped to Look Twice. That philosophy led them to design an unusually inclusive system: romances across gender, species, …
Release Date Trailer!
We’re so excited to be launching in just a few short months. Any help spreading the word about our cozy, puzzly, heartwarming game is always appreciated. Wishlist and play the …
Scholomatch trailer
We’re excited to reveal our first trailer!
Valentine’s Day voice actor casting reveal!
Do you have any Valentine’s Day plans? Might I suggest falling in love with some adorable mages in our free demo <3 As of yesterday morning, we have officially cast …
Dire Kitten Games on The Indie Diarist Podcast
I had an absolutely wonderful time talking to The Indie Diarist last month! We talked about lots of things, but especially how to get into game dev and get your …
Hey Poor Player: “This romantic match-3 adventure is a game well worth checking out.”
Thanks to Hey Poor Player for following up their coverage of Scholomatch at Seattle Indies Expo with a full demo review! Scholomatch Is a Completely Charming Match-3 – Hey Poor …
Game Raven Review: “This visual novel certainly isn’t one to be missed.”
Thanks so much to Game Raven Review for our very first article! SCHOLOMATCH—Game Raven Review …[A]n unmatched visual novel in terms of design and inclusivity…. ScholoMatch by Dire Kitten is …