- Tears Apart Demo is now live! - 18 September 2026
Don't be fooled by the word "Demo". What we've released is "The Fall", the complete introduction act of our game. We've been busy with polishing the established systems, and adding the ones we needed to ensure that Tears Apart is the best experience it can be. Here's a quick list of changes. Let's start with what changed from the playtest: The general feel and responsiveness of the game has been improved significantly.The SFX/Music systems have been polished, and the soundtrack has been overhauled.The options menu now supports different keybinds, screen settings and gameplay settings.The tutorial has been updated for a smoother first time experience.The dialogue system has been improved to be more expressive.The map now has a legend, allowing for better readability. Now onto the entirely new features: A currency that persists through runs, and a starting location to spend it in.A tiered…
- Tears Apart Playtest is now live! - 3 May 2026
Tears Apart Playtest is now live! In this playtest, we want to see how the core combat, room flow, upgrades, difficulty curve, and overall game feel land with you. If you enjoy intense action games with unique mechanics and systems that reward mastery, we would love to hear what you think. You can share your opinions about the game from: Feedback form: Feedback FormDistant Shelter Discord Channel: DiscordTears Apart Steam Page Discussions: Steam CommunityYou can join the playtest now through our Steam page. Thank you for helping us make Tears Apart better and enjoy! Distant Shelter
- We're still here, and still making Tears Apart! - 4 December 2025
Hey everyone!It’s been a while, so here’s the update: We are still making Tears Apart! We've been working hard to rebuild and improve the game, and we are close to testing a big new demo.We also have a big change to share. Tears Apart is no longer being developed under Last Bite Games. We have taken over the full rights and are continuing under our own team: Distant Shelter. This was a friendly hand-off with no drama; we just wanted to move forward in a way that gives us full creative freedom and allows us to continue the development of the game we love.What’s Next?We’ve been working on this game behind the scenes for well near a year! The new demo will be much better because we’ve improved so many things: the build system, the visuals, the enemies, and the bosses.Also, we’ve made a big upgrade to our sound. We are no longer using AI-generated music. We’ve found a new sound designer who…
- Devlog #3 - 1 November 2024
Hey hey, cosmic adventurers! 👾 A massive thanks to everyone who checked out the Tears Apart demo during Steam Next Fest! 🌌 Your feedback has been absolutely incredible, and it's given us tons of ideas to make the game even better. We’re so excited that we’ve decided to take a bit more time to bring these features to life, so we’re moving the full release to Q1 2025! But don’t worry—demo updates are still on the way, so keep playing and exploring! 🚀 What’s Cooking in the Cosmic Cauldron? 🔥 We’re not just fixing things; we’re gearing up to add some awesome new features to the demo. Here’s a peek at what’s on the way: FTUE Revamp: Making things more intuitive and easy to understand. Rebalancing for a faster game flow. Get ready to dash through the cosmos! Secondary Skill Update: Now even more effective for epic combos. Star Warp: Don’t ask—just wait! 🚀 Combat UX: Making things clearer…
- Tears Apart Demo Update: Faster, Smoother, and Packed with Cosmic Fixes! - 19 October 2024
We’ve just released a shiny new update for the Tears Apart demo, and oh boy, did we fix some things! Here’s what’s changed: Map size was HUGE. Until we add more content, we’ve decided to shrink it a bit. Now you’ll be finding stars more often—no more wandering aimlessly through the cosmos. 🌟 We found a magic button that boosts the game by 30 FPS. And yes, we pressed it. 💥 You’re welcome. Interstellar synergies are here! These red-framed beauties are gonna shake things up in the best way possible. 🚀 Enemies scaling too fast? We noticed it too. Now they’ll chill a little more as you explore. Fewer enemies per room. Yep, we’ve toned it down for better readability. Now you can actually see who (or what) is attacking you! 👀 Border rooms were way too big sometimes. We’ve fixed that, making them much more manageable! Sound and music settings now work instantly in both the main menu AND the…
- Tears Apart Demo Now Live for Steam Next Fest! - 14 October 2024
🚀 It’s finally here, cosmic adventurers! 🌌 We’ve just dropped the Tears Apart demo for Steam Next Fest! 🎉 Get ready to dash, slash, and tear through the cosmos in this early hands-on experience. It’s time to try out those epic upgrades, battle mystical enemies, and maybe even face off against a boss or two. 👀 We can’t wait for you to jump in and share your thoughts! Play the demo and let us know how your intergalactic journey goes. 🗺️✨ Your feedback fuels our cosmic engines, so drop us your thoughts in the comments or right here in the community! 🚀
- Devlog #2 - 26 September 2024
Hey hey, cosmic adventurers! 👾 We’ve been hard at work laying the foundation for Tears Apart, and let’s just say, things are getting pretty epic (and slightly ridiculous in the best way possible). Here’s a taste of what we’ve been cooking up: Enemies? Oh, they’re readable, they’re fun, and they’re ready to ruin your day (in a totally fair and strategic way, of course). Plus, the atmosphere? Dark and mystical, just the way we like it. 🌌 And the best part? Sometimes we think these enemies are learning faster than we are. Seriously… it’s a little spooky. The HUD? Oh yeah, it’s looking sharp. We’re just making sure everything fits in the perfect spot, so if you’ve got any ideas where those UI elements should go… let us know. We’ll pretend it was our idea. 😉 You’ll see it and say, “That’s some sleek HUD.” Or you won’t… but we’ll know. Starchart + Upgrades = one cosmic menu. You get stats.…
- 1,000 Wishlists – You All Are Amazing! - 18 September 2024
Hey everyone! 🎉 Chat, is this real? We’ve hit 1,000 wishlists for Tears Apart, and honestly, we’re still picking our jaws off the floor! 🤯 A HUGE thank you to everyone who’s wishlisted the game – you’ve made us so happy, we might just shed a tear (see what we did there? 😉). But wait, there’s more! 🌟 A demo is dropping during Steam Next Fest! You’ll finally get to dash, slash, and tear through the cosmos in person. We’re already imagining all the epic builds and wild strategies you’ll come up with – and honestly, we can’t wait to hear what you think! Stay tuned to our devlogs for more updates, sneak peeks, and maybe a surprise or two (who knows, maybe there are even more cosmic secrets waiting to be uncovered… 👀). Thanks again for making our space-faring dreams come true! 🚀 Until next time, K. Ps: I was basically chained to my computer because I promsied myself that I wouldn't leav…
- Devlog #1 - 7 September 2024
Hey everyone! ✨ Welcome to the first devlog for Tears Apart! We're excited to share the progress we’ve made so far and give you a behind-the-scenes look at what we’ve been working on. Secondary Skills & Exploration Recently, we’ve been discussing adding additional weapons for players to use alongside the dash attack. These secondary skills will be designed to complement the dash and allow for interesting builds, offering more variety in gameplay. Our goal is to provide a richer experience with more strategic options for players as they experiment with different combinations. We’ve also been thinking about how progression will work throughout the game. We're aiming to give players as much freedom as possible in deciding which rooms to engage in. Players will be able to enter and exit most rooms at will, offering the flexibility to choose their battles. We believe this system will provide…
- Prepare to Tear Through the Darkness – Wishlist Tears Apart Now! - 25 August 2024
Hey everyone! 🎉 We’re gearing up for an epic cosmic adventure with Tears Apart, and we’d love for you to be part of it from the start. In Tears Apart, every attack is a dash, and you’ll be tearing through darkness to bring order to the cosmos. It’s been an incredible journey developing this game, and we can’t wait for you to dive into the action. Add to Your Wishlist: Make sure Tears Apart is on your Wishlist to stay updated on all the latest news and exclusive content. Your support helps us shine even brighter! Share Your Thoughts: We’re eager to hear what excites you the most about the game. What are you looking forward to? Let us know your thoughts and questions right here! We’re thrilled to have you with us on this journey. Your feedback and enthusiasm mean the world to us. 🚀
