- Back 2 School Sale! - 24 August 2026
Summer's Almost GoneJust as the late great poet James Douglas Morrison once said, "When summer's gone, where will we be?" Well I know where I'll be and it won't be in school because I did my time already! My condolences to everyone currently packing their long forgotten schoolbags with fresh pencils, notebooks, and keshi-gomu ("erasers" in Japanese). If that's you, I know there are a thousand other things you would rather do than get up early and hurry off to math class but hear me out! You also get to rejoin your crew, tell epic summer stories, and maybe even make some cool new friends. Don't take your school years for granted! Once you're thrust out into society and the world of having to make money to pay rent, you can't go back in time and hang with your peeps. Enjoy it while it lasts!May I Present A Virtual Classroom?Speaking of school I was never one for the traditional classroom…
- April Showers Bring May Flowers Sale! - 23 April 2026
Bless The RainsIf April Showers Bring May Flowers, then what do May Flowers bring? Sorry... was one of my Mom's favorite jokes from when I was but a wee lad. I'm guessing wee lad was probably something a Pilgrim would have said before they lost their British accent somewhere along the way. I wonder if it was a conscious decision for them to start spelling favourite without the U or pronouncing things like aluminium differently. Well, I'm not sure aluminium was even discovered yet but ANYWAY! Influent is now on sale at 50% off from today until May 7th to celebrate all the beautiful flowers of Springtime. Influent + Shashingo BundleSpeaking of beautiful, there's an absolutely gorgeous Japanese language learning game called Shashingo on Steam that was also created by a solo dev and this one lets you go outside! I know!! What a concept! It's really a fantastic game and I wanted to highlight…
- New Influent + Shashingo Bundle! - 4 April 2026
Influent + ShashingoHot off the presses, a brand new Japanese learning bundle featuring not one, but TWO awesome language learning games at a special discount! Shashingo offers a fantastic outdoor environment so if you've already played Influent and ever wanted to escape the apartment and see the world, this is your chance! Both Shashingo: Learn Japanese with Photography and Influent's Japanese version can now come packaged together at 15% off! Visual Japanese LearningExplore immersive 3D environments, interact with real-world objects, and build practical vocabulary naturally through gameplay. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to expand your skills, this bundle is designed to make learning Japanese engaging, intuitive, and genuinely enjoyable. If you’ve been interested in learning Japanese in a way that actually feels fun, well now you can, twice!Already Own Influent?Believ…
- Valentines Day Update + SALE! - 14 February 2026
Finally Some Good News!You heard it here first! Influent got an update! Nothing too fancy so please hold your applause until after these announcements. That being said, some of you lovely language learners out there may be very happy with this update so drop me a like or a comment if that's you! ːdoobːLanguage Pack FixesFirst and foremost, I have addressed the Korean and German language pack issues that have been reported multiple times in the past few months... or years or however long this as been going on. Apparently, at some point, the Korean Language Pack somehow reverted back to a much older version of itself. Well that's no longer a thing thanks to some awesome backups that past me made just in case something like this happened. Thanks past me!!Additionally, some other problems were reported with the German Language Pack that I went through and addressed so those random missing a…
- Armed and Gelatinous: Couch Edition Release Date Announcement Sale - 11 April 2024
What the heck is this? We know this game is wildly different than Influent so apologies for bugging you if there's absolutely zero interest but we still hope you might like it! It's family-friendly and a love-letter to the couch-party style games of yesteryear. If that floats your boat, check out the Release Date Announcement Trailer below! Word on the Street If that trailer got you hyped to play it, please do us a solid and tell at least one other person about it. We don't really believe in advertising because we hate ads. Honestly we have no idea how things gain momentum in the collective subconscious but we're guessing it has something to do with word of mouth. If that trailer alone didn't blow your mind, then maybe the Arcade Edition Reveal Trailer will! Here's a list of arcade locations. Wish Upon a Blob Here's a link to the Steam Store Page for Armed and Gelatinous: Couch Edition…
- Influent Neapolitan Edition - 22 May 2023
Now What Have I Done? After removing the storyline from the game due to excessive complaints in recent user reviews (and poor sales) since the update, it appears most players were unhappy with that decision! Perhaps I jumped the gun a bit there when I removed the story. I appreciate everyone's support in saying they actually enjoyed it and that it should still be included. So yes, it's back. Why Did I Even Remove It? Like I literally just said! Ever since I released the last big update, the reviews, forum posts, and overall sales have been pretty terrible to look at. People have some pretty awful things to say about Influent and I guess it took a toll on me as a solo indie developer. I don't think most people realize it's just me making this peculiar language learning game. PSA to anyone unhappy with Influent: When you rip into my game after playing it for fifteen minutes and tell me ho…
- Influent Vanilla Edition Update - 18 May 2023
Sayonara Storyline That's right folks! Influent's story is finally dead! Let's face it, it was garbage to begin with. I don't know who came up with all that nonsense but it definitely wasn't me. Okay maybe it was me but I promise it was going somewhere until in 2013 when the くそ hit the fan and development screeched to a halt. What happened you might ask? There's a great quote by John Lennon about how life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans. So yeah, it never got finished and I'm sorry to anyone who liked it but it's gone now. Maybe I'll rewrite it someday, who knows! Adios Chat Events I spent months developing a chat system so the characters could talk to each other in-game like an RPG kinda thing but it turned out to be a lot of slow-paced clutter and people have complained heaps so that's almost completely gone now! I'm sorry I ever programmed it into existenc…
- Winter Sale Extended! - 6 January 2023
Happy New Year! In keeping with tradition, I've extended the Winter Sale deal another 2 weeks so if you just missed the deal Influent had going, there's still time to get on board with learning something new in 2023! If you've ever wanted to start on a new language, there's never been a better time than right now. Influent Definitive Edition This version of Influent just launched in November and features a plethora of languages all in one fancy package! How many languages you ask? 23 to be exact! This includes the ever-popular Japanese, Spanish, English, and German, alongside the brand-new Polish, Welsh, and Dutch releases! A Few Minor Fixes Also worth noting is that Korean is now fully fixed as I've just included some additional updates to the language pack. Many thanks to Creorleans#4291 on Discord for all the help with identifying the last few bugs! Solid companion. ːp2cubeː Also the…
- Heart and Seoul - 13 December 2022
Good As New! Korean Language Fixes It took a few sleepless nights but the Korean language pack is back in action and should now be bug-free! Huge shout out to Steam user TOBESTAR for their help with reporting many of the issues as well as finding a few other gameplay bugs that slipped through the cracks. Also to HyeonJin Shin for coming in hot with 100+ new audio pronunciations! Other Noteworthy Updates The game should be running super smoothly now, specifically with regard to Reversal Mode! Beyond that, all Synonym settings should be respected when attempting Star Challenges as well! Here's a quick changelog of things: CHIP Overlay Toggle (Press 'R' Key to toggle) Added AZERTY Keyboard Support (in-game option) Added back the FOV Slider back (in-game option) Remembers view mode after exiting Star Challenge Adjectives and Verbs now display in Reverse Textual Synonym selections now displa…
- Influent Definitive Edition Out Now - 28 November 2022
Influent: Definitive Edition There's a brand new update in town and its broadly defined name is redefining the definition of definitive! That's right friends, not only is this new version of Influent so complete in its own definitiveness that it includes every single language pack released for Influent up to this point, it also includes three entirely new language packs plus a very much improved German language pack not to mention a very much corrupted Korean language pack! There's a lot to un-pack here so read on for the details! (Ha! Get it? Yeah you got it.) Disruptive Distribution Influent has always been a bit confusing for players to purchase and for storefronts (like Steam) to present on their Store page. After hitting 20 languages, I desperately needed to simplify things instead of continually feeding the ever growing monstrosity that was the Influent Store page. I've been wanti…
- Steam Summer Sale! - 23 June 2022
SUMMER HAS ARRIVED Summertime and the earning is easy with Influent! Grab a language for half off or pick up the Polyglot Pack at 90% OFF to get access to all 23 languages as well as all future languages! COMING SOON Speaking of future languages, Dutch, Polish, and Welsh will be releasing soon along with a whole new version of Influent that includes a robust tutorial for new players, a revamped word mastery system, a reversal mode that allows for studying words the opposite way players are currently used to, as well as a more in-depth storyline! Not to mention the spaceship controls have been completely rebuilt and there's even a new character to control! NOTICE Please be aware that this new version will reset your save data. This was unavoidable due to the nature of the new mastery system but it will make the game a lot better in terms of how you learn words so I think it's for the bes…
- Influent Mobile Edition - 8 June 2022
It's finally happened! Influent is out on iOS and Android!!! ːmernː Here are some of the most notable updates: Take control of CHIP the and zoom around in first person Stars are earned by earning 5 star points in 5 different game modes Two of the new game modes invert the learning process (reversal mode) Space Vole ship hovers (no longer constantly moves forward) Space Vole ship is indestructible (no longer explodes on impact) Three new language packs including Polish, Welsh, and Dutch Special Promotion: French, Korean, and Italian are playable for free! These updates will eventually make their way to Steam but for now, they are only available on mobile. This new version had to be completely converted into a new programming language and this means all save data is now incompatible. I want to give existing players time to prepare for this imminent purge as well as take time needed to ens…
- Lunar New Year Sale Event - 27 January 2022
Three sales in a row?!?! It's crazy out here in 2022! Here's one more chance to grab a new language pack on sale and start learning today! Pick up any of the 20 language packs on offer for 50% off retail price or check out the Polyglot Pack and grab them all for 90% off! FYI, this special package also includes all future language releases! As a side note, for anyone who hasn't seen the post in the discussion forums yet, Influent will be getting a rather significant update in the coming months. Please go read the post as this will impact your save data!
- Surprise Sale Extension! - 7 January 2022
If you haven't made any aspirations for the new year, why not take up learning a new language as a new goal? Influent is an especially great tool for new learners and with over 20 languages to choose from, there's sure to be something for everyone! If you're feeling bold, definitely have a look at the Polyglot Pack, which features all languages on offer (plus all future languages) at a fantastic value. Happy New Year to everyone, let's make this year the best one of the new decade so far!
- Steam Winter Sale - 23 December 2021
For anyone considering picking up a new language, Influent offers a unique way to learn both vocabulary and pronunciation in a 3D environment. Select any object in your apartment to see the translation and hear its native pronunciation as well as add words to your vocab list that you can practice later in customized challenge modes. Choose from over 20 languages and try it for FREE in French, Italian, and Korean today! Also be sure to check out the Polyglot Pack, which gives you access to all existing language packs and all futures ones too! Happy learning and happy new year! ːchipdroidː
- The Steam Winter Sale Is Here! - 24 December 2020
Is It 2021 Yet? If you or someone you know has ever wanted to start learning a new language, the new year is right around the corner so it might be time to start thinking about those resolutions! Influent provides a fun way to pick up a good vocabulary and is just the thing for learning proper pronunciation! Now available in over 20 languages! What's A Polyglot? Speaking of 20+ languages, the Polyglot Pack, which contains all languages, is also on sale at a very significant discount. What most people don't know is that purchasing the Polyglot Pack also grants you access to all future language releases! Grab it now during the biggest sale event of the year and get a head start on those resolutions while you still have time!
- Hungary for Ukrainian? - 15 September 2020
Food for Thought! Whether you're a polyglot hankering for more languages or you crave a new life in East or Western Europe, your appetite might be satiated by learning some Hungarian and Ukrainian with Influent today! You can even scoop them both up as part of the Polyglot Pack DLC bundle that includes all current (and future!) language packs at an 80% discount! Starved for More? These two new language packs signal a return to development on Influent and have opened Pandora's box! This may not be the content update you were hoping for but good things are on the horizon for Influent! So before you prepare to make all sorts of demands for more content in the comments section, stay woke! Updates are coming...
- Influent Free Edition - 18 April 2020
Fait Chier! Nobody likes to be quarantined. That much we can all agree upon. Although we're all fairly upset about this whole fiasco, why not make light of a bad situation and pick up something new like Taekwondo! Not your thing? Well how bout a new language? Say French, Italian, or maybe Korean? Starting today, all three of these languages are being bundled into a new "Free Edition" and given away! This time it isn't just a promotional free weekend, it's a permanent ordeal! Influent À La Carte! Not terribly interested in seeing the Mona Lisa? Venice not on your bucket list? Kimchi not striking your fancy? You may want to give the Free Edition a whirl anyhow since you could still be interested in one of the many other language pack DLCs on offer. Along with this whole transition to free to play, the price of all DLC language packs will be increased to $9.99. But fear not! All DLC will s…
- Let There Be Light - 2 April 2020
So What Gives? Now I know what you're thinking... "When is there going to be an actual content update? What is this, just some stupid lighting update? Gahh! Get off my feed!" Well beside that being a little harsh (jeez), we're actually in the same boat here. I honestly want a content update even more than you do! Problem is I just don't have time for all that while I juggle Armed and Gelatinous' upcoming console release and build fancy Arcade Machines for arcade bars all across the country. Yes, that's what I've been doing and it's really hard work! But fear not! This update is proof that Influent has not been entirely forgotten! Not only that, but some long-requested fixes have been addressed! Let me list the ways... Fantastic Lighting System ft. Realtime Shadows Fly By Mode Unlocks at 10 Words Much Improved Fly By Movement Re-positioned Hard-To-Reach Objects Improved Physics Animation…
- Back 2 School Sale! - 16 September 2018
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F5794725%2F047f2089451da15a36b743b60729c91c7f235f3c.png Say It Ain't So! Summer vacation has come to an end and the yellow school buses are out in the streets again. With the new school year comes a new set of challenging language requirements like Spanish, French, and German. In these times of hardship, thankfully Influent is here to assist you with your vocabulary review so you can impress your teacher and get that A+! Now On Sale! Now’s your chance to grab a copy of Influent at 75% off! For new players, the game comes packaged with any one of eighteen different language packs for $9.99 $2.49 while existing users can pick up any of the Language Packs as DLC for $4.99 $1.24. Best of luck in the new school year!
