Out now · Early Access

Heartbound

Developed by Pirate Software · Published by Pirate Software

ActionAdventureIndieRPG
StatusOut now · Early Access ReleaseDec 24, 2018 Price$9.99 Steam reviews3,249

At a glance

PlatformsWindows, Linux
ModesSingle-player
Price$9.99
StatusOut now · Early Access
Early accessYes
Steam reviews3,249
Languages6
Achievements31
DLC1

Overview

An action, adventure, indie game by Pirate Software, published by Pirate Software — single-player. It is in Early Access.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Heartbound is a non-traditional role-playing game about a boy, his dog, secrets, and sanity.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsVery Positive — 85% positive of 2,657
Owners (est.)100000 – 200000
Player-voted tags:Story RichRPGAdventureIndieGreat SoundtrackPixel GraphicsChoices Matter2DSingleplayerActionEarly AccessPuzzle

Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Heartbound.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerNo
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPNo
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportYes
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesNo
Steam AchievementsYes

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • Processor: 1.2Ghz+
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 512MB
  • Storage: 500 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: This game is locked to 60 frames per second.

Recommended

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Supported languages (6)

EnglishPortuguese - BrazilFrenchRussianSpanish - Latin AmericaJapanese

Heartbound FAQ

Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.

What kind of game is Heartbound?

Steam classifies Heartbound as a Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG game, developed by Pirate Software. Heartbound is a non-traditional role-playing game about a boy, his dog, secrets, and sanity.

How much does Heartbound cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists Heartbound at $9.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is Heartbound single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Heartbound: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.

Is Heartbound on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Heartbound for Windows, Linux. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is Heartbound out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Dec 24, 2018.

What platforms is Heartbound on?

Heartbound is listed for Windows, Linux on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Heartbound single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player.

How much does Heartbound cost?

Steam lists it at $9.99.

Does Heartbound have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 31 achievements for Heartbound.

Who made Heartbound?

Heartbound is developed by Pirate Software and published by Pirate Software.

Where to get Heartbound

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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