Shimmersoft

About the Studio

Shimmersoft is an indie game developer that strives to make Games You'll Love. Specifically, we make otome games and visual novels that aim to be charming, positive, and mature (well, the last point is debatable).

If you'd like to reach out to us with questions, concerns, feedback or just well wishes, feel free to contact us on Itch, GameJolt, Twitter, on Discord (or via email (developer[at]shimmersoft[dot]com). We're happy to hear from you and generally offer a timely response!

Recent Updates

10.10.2021 | We've launched the game page for our retrowave roadtrip otome, Heartlines! Check out the page and our devblog for details, and follow along if you're interested!

03.22.2021 | Nearly four years to the day of the original demo release, and on the series' 25th anniversary, RE4: Otome Edition is complete! The game is completely free, but please consider supporting us through PayPal donations, purchasing our paid games, or at least engaging with us here, on Twitter, or Discord! We'd love to hear about your favorite parts!You can play the game via our website, www.shimmersoft.com/re4otome.

01.25.2020 | The first part of RE4: Otome Edition has been released! The game can be downloaded here on Itch or through our website. Check our devlog announcement for more details! The game is completely free, but please consider supporting us through PayPal donations, purchasing our paid games, or at least engaging with us here or on Twitter!

11.21.2019 | Paws & Effect: My Dogs Are Human! has been released! Check our devlog announcement for more details! Please note that 20% of all proceeds will go to the ASPCA to help animals in need. It's a game purchase you can feel good about!