Heatwave: Sam's Stay

Heatwave: Sam's Stay is a 3D animated visual novel for players who like slow-building gay romance with a personal, character-driven tone. It plays quiet and reflective rather than loud.

Story

Before starting university, Sam ends up staying at Michael's house, his mom's ex-husband and a man he hasn't seen in over a decade under less than friendly terms. What starts as a short, awkward stay turns into something heavier, as old resentment gives way to unexpected curiosity. Between the people he meets and the thoughts he can't shake, Sam is pushed to figure out what he actually wants.

Gameplay

Playing as Sam, you move through his stay at Michael's house, talking with the people he meets and following where those conversations lead. Choices shape how his relationships develop, including moments that turn intimate, with scenes rendered in 3D and animated for detail. Occasional side activities break up the conversations without overtaking the main thread of getting to know the people around him.

Features

• 3D animated scenes with a focus on male characters and interracial pairings
• Group scenes alongside one-on-one encounters
• A story told through a male protagonist's point of view, without a customizable avatar