Halfway House

The publisher declares adult content on Steam. Your mature-content setting is covering the art.

Developer: Az
Released: Jun 4, 2026
Steam reviews: 82% of players recommend it, from 61 reviews — Steam calls that “Very Positive”
Tags: Indie

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Features

Single-player
Steam Achievements
Custom Volume Controls
Keyboard Only Option
Mouse Only Option
Playable without Timed Input
Save Anytime
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

From the game's Steam store page.

Languages

English

Steam lists 1 language.

Age rating & content

DEJUS 18 · Drogas ilícitas Nudez ViolênciaThe rating board's own rating, as Steam relays it
IGRS BANNED · Rokok dan/atau rokok elektronik, minuman beralkohol, narkotika, psikotropika, dan/atau zat adiktif lainnya Penampilan Tokoh KekerasanThe rating board's own rating, as Steam relays it
Some Nudity or Sexual Content · Adult Only Sexual Content · Frequent Nudity or Sexual Content · General Mature ContentSteam's content descriptors, as the developer answered them
Frequent use of profanity and mature language Depictions of nudity and consensual sexual acts between adults Mild physical violence (e.g., fistfights, minor injuries) Depictions of alcohol consumption, smoking, and recreational drug use Storyline references to organized crime and prostitution A depiction of an attempted sexual assault by a villain character (non-playable, non-glorified)The developer's note on the content, from Steam

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About this game

The developer's description, from the game's Steam store page.

You’re a young man, fresh out of juvenile detention, sent to a halfway house to rebuild your life. Over the next six months, you'll forge lasting friendships, heal old wounds, and define your own future.

Meet a cast of vibrant characters:

Samantha: a caring but strict house matron with an uninhibited side.
Emily: a fiery redhead with a soft heart hidden beneath a sharp temper.
Ashley: a brash, magnetic presence who hides more than she lets on.
And more: friends, foes, and unexpected connections await.

Halfway House is a story rich, character driven visual novel blending humor, heart, and mature themes.

A story ofsecond chances, finding connection in unexpected places. The narrative unfolds over months of shared meals, tense standoffs, quiet breakthroughs, and deepening bonds.

Relationships grow, moments carry weight, and every scar, visible or otherwise, tells a story.

Features

20+ hours of play (Episodes 1–11 included)
6,000+ renders and 38 animated scenes
20,000+ lines of dialogue
Original theme song performed by a commissioned artist
Branching choices that shape relationships and story
Unlockable extras including a replay gallery and bonus renders
Optional alternate camera angles during key scenes
Optional hint system for players who want light guidance

Important Information

Ongoing episodic updates: New episodes will be added through updates over time. Please note that updates may be infrequent (potentially up to a year between major content releases).