- Pocket Spouse Has Hit Final Build Status - 27 August 2026
With this latest batch of updates and tweaks Pocket Spouse has reached the illustrious 'Final Build' status, there should be no more bugs, glitches or crashes intruding upon your Islandadventuring, congratulations Pocket Spouse!In other news, coming up to the games first year anniversary a price reduction has struck,Pocket Spouse now has a brand new RRP of £7.99. Spouse on!-The Developer.
- A New 'Hard' Mode - 18 August 2026
Introducing a new 'Hard' mode that removes the Battle Fairy companion entirely leaving a three-man party to wander the Island.
- Steam Deck Compatibility - 6 August 2026
Unfortunately with the font change you may have to install 'Impact' to your Steamdeck's Fonts registry for Pocket Spouse to register the font. A Guide can be found online or simply ask Google.- The Developer.
- Pocket Spouse - Minor Interface/Graphical Tweaks - 30 July 2026
In this latest update, addressing feed back from the Playtest, the Interface has received someminor work. A Font change, full screen and a change to the engines default save system haveall been tweaked.Spouse On! - The Developer
- Pocket Spouse Variety Showcase - 26 July 2026
After a busy weekend of Playtesting, bug fixing and adding new content a few VarietyStreamers have uploaded footage of the almighty Pocket Spouse, congratulations, Pocket Spouse!Here is 'Nynnox' with a two hour stream.Here is 'Chas Rover' with an hour long stream.Here is 'NecrosX' with an hour and forty long inclusion in a stream.Also here is 'KikiCakes' twitch stream which includes forty minutes of footage.The Playtest itself will be live until the 7th August and can be accessed from the store pageor through Partnier and GamePress.Here is a form for participants who will be rewarded with a full release Key upon completion.Thanks so much guys for checking out the LiveStream and do please enjoy your timewith Pocket Spouse.Please enjoy! - The Developer
- New Content And Artwork In The Ten Month Update! - 6 July 2026
Pocket Spouse is almost ten months old, congratulations, Pocket Spouse! Along with the usual bug fixes and tweaks a couple of new ambient quests have popped up on the Island. Two quests, new bosses, a couple of Items to find and a new enemy type The Scorpun is roaming wild,happy hunting!I have also added a host of new artworks to both the base game and the DLC offering a bit of informationon the Island and its inhabitants.Spouse on! - The Developer.
- Pocket Spouse is Game Of The Week At 24Indie.com - 18 June 2026
Pocket Spouse has been picked up for review by the guys at 24Indie.com... please check out the article here: Game Of The Week At 24/Indie. "A new location is not simply another icon removed from a map. Instead, it is something found through observation and experimentation""There are no traditional quest markers directing every step. Therefore, players must explore, speak to people, investigate new locations, and decide which opportunities deserve their attention.""This contrast is important. Pocket Spouse is not trying to remove the ordinary routines associated with farming simulators. Instead, it uses those routines as a calm foundation for exploration.""The range of confirmed activities gives Pocket Spouse an unusual mixture of domestic routine and open-ended adventure." "Pocket Spouse begins with the comfortable ingredients of a farming simulator, yet it refuses to remain behind the…
- Combat Tweaks And Touches - 17 June 2026
Just a few tweaks to the cost and damage of Abilities to give the combat of the gamea more well-rounded feel. Also I have added a couple of extra Starting items to the Chest in The Demo, there's an MP3 Player allowing the Spouse to play Music whilst adventuring and some healing Items so that Combat isn't as much of a challenge, please check it out and tell a friend!In other news the YouTube channel is growing strong with 18/19,000 views, please check it out here.Also the Merch Shop has new Artwork and Products in, again, please check it out here.Spouse On! - The Developer.
- 'The Developer Says...' Weblog - 13 June 2026
Pocket Spouse is nine months old, congratulations Pocket Spouse! Here's a Weblog, 'The Developer Says...' The Developer talks about the most recent update that has given Combat a more well-rounded feel with a couple of tweaks and other topics...- The Developer.
- Pocket Spouse - Press Release - 21 May 2026
DIVE INTO A WORLD OF ADVENTURE AND DISCOVERYExperience the thrill of authentic exploration in Pocket Spouse, where each corner of the vibrant world holds its own mysteries and treasures waiting to be uncovered.A Lack of Quest Markers ensures every discovery feels fresh, worthwhile and earned.FREE-REIGNChoose your path and make decisions that shape your story and influence your world.Which way to progress? What to level? Who to speak to? What to do? All entirely up to you...Level up your spouse, master your skills, feed your chickens, harvest your crops, tend your market.ENGAGING GAMEPLAY BEYOND THE MUNDANE DAILY GRINDGrow crops, raise animals and gather resources that aid you in explorative journeys.With a perfect blend of exploration and day to day monotony, Pocket Spouse offers a unique take on the traditional RPG formulas.EQUIP YOUR SPOUSE FOR BATTLEThe Island can be a dangerous plac…
- Pocket Spouse Is Eight Months Old - 13 May 2026
Pocket Spouse Is eight months old, congratulations, Pocket Spouse! In other news I have visited York and handed out Marketing Materials, it was a glorious day and can be checked out here... - The Developer.
- Q & A Session - 26 April 2026
An hour long Q & A session with The Developer, I talk about the Development Process, Inspirations, Aims And Objectives And discuss my background.- The Developer.
- An Hour Of Playtest Footage - 26 April 2026
To Celebrate The Playtest being Live there is an hour of Livestream footage available on the YouTube channel. Please check it out here.- The Developer.There is also a second Livestream that goes into Combat in more detail but be warned the Livestream Lagged and is a bit jittery, still, please enjoy.
- Three Hours Of Footage - 23 April 2026
Check out the lovely Aarolei's three hour Twitch Stream, just her and her Spouse, here... Aarolei - Twitch - Pocket Spouse - The Developer.
- Playtest Weekend - 24th/25th/26th April - 19 April 2026
To drum up a bit of publicity and support the Playtest will be going Live beginning midnight Friday The 24th April, this next weekend. It shall be Live until Midnight on The Sunday, the 26th.Also, please join myself for a live Q & A session via the Youtube Channel on the evening of Sunday the 26th starting at around 5PM GMT. Please feel free to get in touch at either '[email protected]' or '[email protected]' to request a free review key if you're a journalist or a streamer or if you have any other query regarding Pocket Spouse.- The Developer.
- Beginner's Guide - 25 Minutes With The Developer - 18 April 2026
Check out this 25 minute Beginner's Guide with The Developer, the basics of Island Life, Investing, Crops and an introduction to Combat are explained. - Spouse On!
- Read About Pocket Spouse At GameHall.com.br - 10 April 2026
Pocket Spouse was picked up by Brazilian website 'GameHall' you can read about it here...Pocket Spouse: jogamos o RPG retrô estilo SNES que surpreende no Steam - GameHall"WE PLAYED — Pocket Spouse: that little game that looks like it came out of the SNES that you didn't even know existed (and now it's stuck in your brain).""Pocket Spouse isn't perfect... But it's surprisingly engaging.""The game looks simple, but it creates unexpected emotional connection" "I ended up playing more than I intended because I wanted to see what happens to my pixelated wife"Such kind, kind words despite the horrible engrish. In other news the Pocket Spouse Youtube channel has new content including a Combat trailer and a host of area previews, check it out here... PocketSpouse - YouTubeThe Winterfields DLC Trailer and the Base Game Trailer have both hit huge milestones to the tune of 3,500 views and 2,500 vi…
- Pocket Spouse - 1.0 - 7 March 2026
Ah yes, Pocket Spouse 1.0... the day to day grind of making a living combined with little RPG Creatures to Hunt and Gather... a thrilling weekend, indeed. After choosing a Spouse the player is escorted off to a luxurious Island Home fresh for exploration, a central Market Town homes three businesses to invest in, Guild Halls, a Royal Castle and a cheerful Church community. The local beaches home a Luxury Day Spa, Fishing Spots and a deep, dark Cave Network intersecting the golden Beaches, Cliffs and Coves.The local Woodland homes the Hunters Guild, a small farming community founded by the local Church, The local Mine and again a Cave Network that runs half way through The Island, great for intrepid adventurers and exploration fans. Mysteries and adventures await.The player must harvest their crops, tend their animals and manage their Market Stall through day to day life, money can be us…
- Demo Is Now Live - 16 February 2026
A Demo is now Live on the Steam Store Page. Please check it out and tell a friend!Spouse On!
- Website Announcement - 7 January 2026
I have released an accompanying website 'pocketspouse.net' with a merchandise shop coming soon.Please check it out.Spouse On!
