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Hello guys!

We are pleased to inform you that Shale Hill Secrets - Episode 10 is now available to Gold+ patrons on Windows, macOS and Android.

It seems like we’ve been super quiet, but be assured we were hard at work! As you may have guessed, the ending of the last episode made it extremely difficult for us to provide teasers for this episode, so we decided to keep our cards very close to our chest on this one!

As you are all aware, the MC is in trouble. He'll have to think very quickly to find a way out of the crazy situation he's brought himself into! Do you believe you'll be able to figure something out without anyone getting hurt?

No spoilers here! Yes, there is a lot going on in this episode, as well as a lot of emotion. This includes plenty of action and some playful scenes. And, of course, (a lot of!) love is present in Episode 10. So, don’t waste your time and start playing now!

Just a reminder to join our Discord server too! Here you can give feedback on the episode, report typos/bugs and discuss theories with other players.

We hope you all enjoy this episode, and we shall see you soon for more!

The Platinum Bonus Scene is here!

In this update we are also bringing January’s Platinum Bonus Scene along with Episode 10’s assets in 4k resolution. Click here to access the post.

Game Install Instructions

IMPORTANT: Do not play previous builds (0.1.x, 0.2.x etc). Always play the latest build available (it contains all the episodes). Since we are constantly improving the engine, executing a previous build after you've run a newer one could corrupt your progress.

Itch App

Please consider installing SHS through Itch App instead of downloading it using your browser. Itch App will automatically keep the game up-to-date through smaller patches (as Steam does, for example), which comes handy as the game gets bigger over time.

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Shale Hill Secrets Episode 10

Full Download Here (Windows 64-bit, macOS, Android)

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Having issues with in-game errors?

Try to install the game using the itch app https://itch.io/app instead of downloading it through the browser.

Patreon Authentication

The game requires direct access validation using your Patreon account. Your subscription (gold or more) must be active for the API to recognize it. If you pledged and canceled it right afterwards, the validation process could fail. Please re-enable your pledge (you won't be charged again) and try again.

If your browser doesn’t open when clicking “Login with Patreon to play this episode!”, please check your system default browser settings and make sure your preferred browser is selected.

If the authentication process doesn’t work, please make sure to whitelist Shale Hill Secrets in your antivirus/firewall settings. Also, log out and log in from Patreon in your browser. Whitelisting our domain (https://shalehillsecrets.com/) in your ad blocker/security extension in your browser can also do the trick.

Windows

Download the file below, extract the zipped file to a location of your choice and then run the Shale Hill Secrets executable. The game should open straight away after this. Do not try to run the executable without unzipping it first or you’ll get an error message! Do not mix these files with previous releases! This release contains all the episodes.

macOS

Double click Install Shale Hill Secrets.dmg. Then, in the window that opens, drag and drop the app to the Applications folder.

If the DMG file doesn't open, this means Gatekeeper could have quarantined it. It can be fixed by running this command in Terminal:

xattr -d com.apple.quarantine $HOME/Downloads/Install_Shale_Hill_Secrets_v0.10.0.dmg

Android

Note: v0.10.0 has issues with some assets missing. This has been fixed in v0.10.1.

Your device needs to be able to install APKs outside of the Play Store. If it isn't, you need to enable that option first.

After downloading the file, open the APK and select "update". Don't uninstall the previous version or you might lose your progress.

Support

Report any bugs or issues to #bug-reports or #typos in our Discord channel. Please do not post bug reports here in the comments section of this post - It’s hard to track and difficult to give proper assistance. If you don’t have a Discord account, please send us an email instead to support@love-joint.com. Please also feel free to leave some feedback in #constructive-feedback on Discord or down below in the comments.

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Ricky | Producer, Code, EngineAW | Plot, Writing, DirectionG.A. Corman | WritingMr. Vargas | Character Design, ArtZed | Character Design, Art, MarketingVinny | Character Design, ArtLuke | Art, Animations, MarketingNiRo | Former Character Designer, Art

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Comments

Goober

Amazing birthday gift, now let's see if it's the best one :P. Thanks.

DemonSixRR

Looking forward to the Android build. Though the last download I had, wiped out my home screens anytime I played the game. A previous version didn't do that though. Hoping this 1 doesn't do the same. Really enjoying the story!

lovejoint

Hey. What do you mean exactly with wiping out your home screen?

DemonSixRR

So I had 3 pages of home screens with my apps/widgets all organized how I like. After running the game it removed all home pages and left the single home page blank as if I just got the phone (default apps in the app bar at the bottom). I reset my home pages (as best as I could remember) thinking it was an isolated issue, and when I ran the game again later it reset it again. This is on the v.0.9.4. The early v0.1.2 did not do this. Want to be clear for any who read, that game is great! Runs fine. Just the homepage issue.

MagnumStories

This was probably one the better episodes to be let out in awhile however I do have a mild nitpick in that the first scene was forced rather than optional at least for me and that might have been because of prior choices made. Still odd. Also, the last scene seemed less polished than the first two and that's honestly very disappointing considering the build up to it.

lovejoint

*Android: Just realized we forgot to pack some assets. We'll fix it very soon. Edit: Android build is fixed in v0.10.1 Sorry for the inconvenience!

The Svien

I installed the latest Android build and lost all my progress, saves all gone. Lucky I like the game and will happily play it again.

lovejoint

Hey, we have not seen this on our own devices. Did you uninstall the previous version before installing the new one?

The Svien

No, I just updated the game.

Honkbag

Ok, I get why Emily and MC got along in the first place. Fun and cute scene. Otherwise in this episode a lot of cho ices I don't know what to think of. Especially with different profiles. Great chapter for the story, but last scene felt like I was playing it through someone else's phone.

Roy Greenhalgh

Just letting ya know 10.1 installs on my android tablet but don't run. It flashes then drops back to 'desk top'. Happened last update but you guys condensed it or something to make it work.

hazzenilsson

Amazing work, the episode was amazing! Especially the last scene, Keep up the great work

Megan Rapids

very impressive chapter, look forward to the next chapter. perhaps a few more choices makes no things worse. For instance in Valerie appartement about what to do:)

Honkbag

Ok, I have downloaded the latest version, but I'm still getting jagged models during animated scenes, but only in this episode. Is there a fix I can make on my end?

lovejoint

We're looking into improving the animations quality for the next build.

Honkbag

I appreciate that, but if I look at the animation, it's not as good as the last episodes. I don't know if you're trying something different, and I get that, but it shouldn't be worse than the episode 2 Emily fun we had. I absolutely would hate to discourage you, but please know it didn't work.

Whatsupdoc214

When will episode 10 be available for cheap bastards like me who are not willing to pay $120/yr?

Andrea

I don't understand one thing, I made a subscription here on patreon, now if I click on the link it opens the site where I have to pay again to download, is there something I'm missing?

lovejoint

Wait for the project to be completed is the easiest and cheaper way. Thanks for your support!

lovejoint

We use Itch to host the game and it suggest an optional donation by default. Just click "No thanks, take me to the download".

Andrea

okay thank you

Bimmerjock

it would be very cool if you did a forward version of Play With US

Jack

I'm platinium and I finished the 6th chapiter and the 7th dont work as i asek by cliking on the touch and the response was ok .... !!!??? is the 7th chapiter locked for the patinium patron ?

lovejoint

Hey Jack. You must log in with Patreon inside the game to unlock all the content. Please contact support if you are having technical issues.

nico schmidt

I just played through chapter 10 completely, but i have no chance of getting the last scene with leah for the scene gallery ... anyone got any tips ?

Honkbag

Unfortunately, you need to creep on her in the first episodes, kiss her in the... Sixth? Then there's the scene in the cooper (9?), then this should open up. Basically show your interest. My default profile ended up same as yours.