Heatwave: Sam's Stay

Released May 2026

Step into Sam’s shoes and guide him through a summer of self-discovery, complicated relationships, and unexpected desires that will change everything.

94% positive · 669 reviews

Not yet

Released, but content still planned

High confidence

Content Planned

Not yet

Released, but content still planned

High confidence

Content Planned

Where to buy

Steam Updated 11 Oct 2026 $11.99

Can't confirm — worth a look

We couldn't confirm these stores carry this game.

Green Man Gaming Steam key Search IndieGala Steam key Search

Prices in USD, as listed by each store.

Buying through an affiliate store helps support the site

Evaluation

Heatwave: Sam's Stay launched on May 28, 2026 as the explicitly stated first entry in an ongoing visual novel series. The store description describes it as "an ongoing story-driven visual novel series" covering "the prelude to his summer, with many more adventures to come." On launch day, the developer posted a news update titled "The Story Continues!" directly confirming that future releases will carry on the story from this first game. The developer has remained active since launch. Two bug-fix patches shipped in late May 2026, and on August 6, 2026 — just one day before this assessment — a substantial version 1.1 update was released. That update added full professional voice acting across the entire game, a remastered soundtrack, a new 360° character viewer, UI improvements, and French localization. The 1.1 post closes with "I can't wait to share what comes next for Sam!", reaffirming the developer's ongoing commitment to the series. This is clearly an active project with the developer regularly communicating and shipping updates, and future story entries have been explicitly promised.

Evidence

Version 1.1 released with full professional voice acting, remastered soundtrack, new character viewer, UI improvements, and French localization. Post closes with "I can't wait to share what comes next for Sam!"

news post · Aug 6, 2026 source content planned

high

Developer confirms Sam's story will continue in future releases, describing Heatwave as an ongoing story-driven visual novel series.

news post · May 28, 2026 source content planned

high

Details

Developer

CodyFord

Publisher

CodyFord

Achievements

Platform

Windows, macOS, Linux

Controller

—

Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Single-player

LGBTQ+Sexual Content Nudity Dating Sim Visual Novel Adventure Simulation Choices Matter Romance Story Rich Immersive Sim Choose Your Own Adventure RPG Cinematic Emotional

About this game

Heatwave is an ongoing story-driven visual novel series following Sam's life. This first game focuses on the prelude to his summer, with many more adventures to come!

The last thing Sam expected during his final summer before college was to end up staying at Michael’s house, his mom’s ex-boyfriend. A man he hadn’t seen in over ten years and didn’t have the fondest memories of. What was meant to be a short stay quickly becomes something far more complicated, when old resentment meets unexpected curiosity.

As Sam meets new people and struggles with unfamiliar thoughts, one thing becomes clear: this trip isn’t just about getting by, it’s about discovering what he really desires.

KEY FEATURES

MEET HOT GUYS

Meet a cast of hot men who gradually awaken Sam’s imagination and desires, each with their own charm and personality. Enjoy playful banter, naughty fantasies and intense moments of intimacy. A cast of talented voice actors has brought each character to life.

MAKE CHOICES

Make choices that shape Sam’s experiences, conversations, and the moments you see along the way. Your decisions influence how his story unfolds, revealing different sides of the people he meets.

2000+ CG RENDERS

Enjoy a cinematic visual novel experience told through more than 2000 detailed CG images and videos, carefully bringing to life every expression, touch and steamy moment.

THE STORY CONTINUES

This is the first part of an ongoing story-driven visual novel series following Sam’s life. The mysteries, relationships, and discoveries introduced here will continue in future releases.

CHAT WITH GUYS ON FINDR

Chat with men on Findr and see where the conversation takes you. Matching each other's vibe? Some guys might be willing to share some pictures and videos.

GIVE INTO TEMPTATION
Dive into a story packed with immersive scenes that show every heated moment in a ton of detail.

DISCOVER HIDDEN STORIES

Explore the world and find stories hidden throughout the scenes. Collect each one to uncover more of what is going on in this town.