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Roots in the Sky launches August 26 — New Trailer & Improved Demo!2026-08-24We’re getting very close: Roots in the Sky - The Hand of Glory 2 launches on August 26! 🎉To celebrate, we’ve just released the official launch trailer. If you haven’t seen it yet, now’s the time!But that’s not all: we’ve also given the demo a pretty significant makeover based on everything we’ve learned during the past few months.🌍 A better-looking demoWe’ve improved the visuals throughout the demo, with the Rome section completely rebuilt from scratch. It should now give you a much better idea of the atmosphere and visual style we’re aiming for in the full game.🧩 Tweaked puzzlesWe’ve also reworked some of the puzzles, taking into account
Preparing for Roots in the Sky: The Hand of Glory Update2026-06-25With the upcoming release of Roots in the Sky - The Hand of Glory 2, we've taken the opportunity to update The Hand of Glory to the latest version of Visionaire Studio.This update is currently available for the Windows version of the game and includes the following improvements:Controller support (please note that the game does not feature dedicated controller button prompts. A complete control scheme can be found in the Options menu.)Improved Steam Deck compatibilitySteam Cloud savesGeneral bug fixes and stability improvementsSteam Deck UsersWe recommend using Proton to play the updated version on Steam Deck, as it currently provides the bes
Roots in the Sky - The Hand of Glory 2 // DEMO available!2023-01-30We're happy to announce that you can finally play the demo for Roots in the Sky - The Hand of Glory 2! If you like what you see, please add the game to your wishlist! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2062380/Roots_in_the_Sky__The_Hand_of_Glory_2/ We're also on Kickstarter at the moment, so please consider supporting us!
Roots in the Sky - The Hand of Glory 2 ANNOUNCED2022-07-06"After five years in hiding, former Miami detective Lazarus “Lars” Bundy is swept up in another globe-trotting supernatural mystery whose origins trace back to a legend about the creation of Earth itself." A new point-and-click adventure game inspired by the golden age classics such as Broken Sword and Gabriel Knight Compelling blend of comedy, supernatural mystery, and conspiracy-steeped intrigue Alternate control between Lars and his returning cohort Alice Challenging but logical puzzles seamlessly integrated into the story Explore more than 50 stylish hand-drawn HD locations across Rome, Palestine, India and Japan Original atmospheric soun
The Hand of Glory - The Blowtorch Files is out NOW!2022-05-09"A young girl, Erica Thimber, vanishes into thin air overnight. Is it a classic teen runaway? That's not what Lazarus Bundy, renowned serial killer hunter in charge of the case, perceives. It is up to you, senior analyst, to help Bundy with his investigation, providing technical support and assistance. Will you shed some light on the mystery? Or will you end up burned by it?" ♦ Prequel to the acclaimed "The Hand of Glory" (97% positive reviews on Steam) ♦ Same setting, different formula: instead of a traditional point & click adventure, in "The Blowtorch Files" you will face an innovative textual adventure ♦ Not only texts, also puzzles: use
Official Soundtrack released (+ Linux support)!2022-03-16https://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/33779440/60b43d9bcf1f8ab42a09c428ca5d23c0328ca2ef.png Hi guys, we have some news for you! We've finally released the Official Soundtrack for The Hand of Glory! 27 original tracks that reflect the epic (and sometimes humouristic) tone of the game! Linux support is officially available, with a 55% discount to celebrate! https://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/33779440/04ef6cfb088290b53e34d670b18728aa3f53e6e9.png We also created a bundle containing the OST and the game! Have fun!
Update and big sale!2021-11-15Hi guys, we've finally updated the game with some features you'll certainly like: - Mac support The game is now fully playable on Mac! Let us know if you find any bugs or strange behaviour! - Trading cards Steam finally let us create the trading cards for our community and we delivered! Have fun with them! - Linux Support (Beta) We're also ready with a beta of the Linux version that you can try, using the password 5OkXDS84ySdA in the beta branch (to reach it, right click on the game in your Library ---> Properties ---> Beta). Keep in mind that we're still looking into some minor problems, and Steam is having a strange behaviour with the files
German subtitles available now!2021-05-10Many of you were eagerly waiting for the German subtitles to be added in the game. We promised them during the Kickstarter campaign, and our translators worked hard to deliver the best work they could. Considering the HUGE amount of text they had to face, they're like HEROES to our eyes! After a few months of translating and some problems during the actual implementation of the subtitles in the game, we're happy to tell you that the moment has finally arrived! Today, the German subtitles for The Hand of Glory are finally available and we're celebrating with a 40% discount! That's the highest so far! Thanks a lot for your support!
German subtitles available!2021-05-10Many of you were eagerly waiting for the German subtitles to be added in the game. We promised them during the Kickstarter campaign, and our translators worked hard to deliver the best work they could. Considering the HUGE amount of text they had to face, they're like HEROES to our eyes! After a few months of translating and some problems during the actual implementation of the subtitles in the game, we're happy to tell you that the moment has finally arrived! Today, the German subtitles for The Hand of Glory are available and we're celebrating with a 40% discount! That's the highest so far! Thanks a lot for your support!
Steam Lunar Sale Stream2021-02-11Join us in this pre-recorded stream, during this year's Steam Lunar Sale! One-hour broadcast where we will: - Play The Hand of Glory together with Stefano, the author of the game, who will give you some insights into the making of the game - Watch exclusive content (videos, sketches and more) - Learn something cool about San Leo, the Italian setting of the game! https://store.steampowered.com/app/961010/The_Hand_of_Glory
The Hand of Glory "the BAE" special2021-01-21The Big Adventure Event is here! January 21-25, with more than 80 adventure games, demos, broadcasts, announcements and more! Join us in this broadcast, where we will play The Hand of Glory, watch behind the scenes videos and just spend some adventurous time together! Don't miss it!
Part 2 Released!2020-12-04Hey guys, the day has finally come: the full version of The Hand of Glory is now officially available for adventure gamers worldwide for the price of 16.99€/$18.99. Please note that the price includes BOTH parts of the game, an epic journey that will keep you company for a long time. It was really a labor of love for us! If you already own The Hand of Glory, just update the game to get Part 2. We look forward to your feedback!
November Update2020-11-16Hey, guys, here we are again with our monthly update. This one's special, because it's the last pre-release one! We're very excited to share what we've been doing, so let's begin right away! We listened to YOU The first part of The Hand of Glory received great reviews both by the press and by players all over the world (you backers included)! Not only the feedback we've collected was fulfilling, but it also helped us improving the second part. Here's the major changes you will find: - Balanced difficulty: many of you suggested that the game would be better without too many hints by the main characters. We listened and removed some of those hi
The Hand of Glory - Part 1 - released today!2020-06-09Hey guys, the day has come: we're excited to announce that The Hand of Glory is now officially available for adventure gamers worldwide for the price of 16.99€/$18.99 (with a 10% launch discount). Please note that the game is divided into two chapters and Part II will be released in the fall as free DLC to owners of Part I. We look forward to your first feedback and impressions! P.s. MAC and Linux users, please read here: https://steamcommunity.com/app/961010/discussions/0/2291716608427282599/
Almost there2020-05-11Hi, guys, Here we are, on the threshold of the official release of The Hand of Glory that, as you may know, was scheduled for May 12. You noticed that WAS, didn’t you? Unfortunately, we’re once again forced to delay the release, but slightly this time (especially for the Kickstarter backers)! The emergency we had to face slowed us down more than expected, hindering each and every communication among us and with other external collaborators that are helping us in this final phase. Many actors were unable to access their recording studios, and we ourselves had the same problems that every one of you is probably facing in this tough – and unpred
March news2020-03-30Hi guys, It’s been a while since our last update, but as with the rest of you, we got hit by the Covid-19 hurricane and needed a moment to regroup (both personally and professionally speaking). Let’s start by reassuring you: we’re fine, we’re in lockdown, and despite the difficult times, work on the game continues. That doesn’t mean the pandemic hasn’t imposed hardship on our roadmap, however. The coordination between our departments is more arduous than ever and some of our voice-over artists are having problems getting access to studios, causing some delays in the last part of the dubbing process. For these reasons, we’re forced to push bac
Release date and format announced2020-01-23Hi guys! Today we want to update you with a few news announcements about the game release and its format. Let’s start with the latter: after long thought, we have reached the decision to split the game into two parts. This decision is to be considered purely authorial, with no other reasons than narrative ones. We just feel that what happens at the midpoint of the game is too intense to be treated as a simple cut-scene that links one scenario to another. We want you to dwell on it for a while and assimilate instead of rushing towards the conclusion of the journey. Therefore, the “episodic” division will remain even when Part 2 is released, ju
Kickstarter - Final Results!2019-07-29Hi people! The Kickstarter campaign is over and what a great ride it was! We gathered great numbers, unlocking two stretch goals and almost getting to 10.000€, which is 125% of our basic goal! Thank you, thank you, thank you to all the backers: Here's a recap infographic! https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/33779440/e62ce4a752e468f92cef5de554e8569153653887.png Don't forget to add the game in your Steam wishlist and we'll be back soon with new updates!
The Kickstarter campaign for The Hand of Glory is live!2019-06-27Hi, guys! Our Kickstarter is ON! Check our page, you will find a free demo, discounts and special editions exclusively available during the campaign! Let's bring The Hand of Glory to life, people! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aprod/the-hand-of-glory
DEMO released!2018-12-04That's it! Our official demo is out! Check it out and let us know what you think about it. We can't wait for your feedback!
DEMO Countdown!2018-11-30Here we are, just a few days away from our official free demo! Be sure to check our Steam page on 4th December! https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/33779440/8581d6e0d5b0a1788acc7e91318163fd014ea37a.png
Demo Coming Soon!2018-10-17Hi all, we will be publishing a short demo, containing the prologue of our game, later this month! It will be fully-dubbed in English and translated in several languages and will give you guys a first taste of our game! Looking forward to your feedbacks!