A chilling visual novel that blurs the line between reality and the digital world, building psychological dread through atmosphere and narrative
Rome, Italy – August 21st, 2026 – Publisher Red Hog Studio is pleased to announce that Print I Love U, a first-person psychological horror visual novel developed by Claudio Moltedo, is now officially available on Steam! This haunting compact experience draws players into a narrative centered around a mysterious, unfinished game discovered on a second-hand computer, offering a tightly crafted psychological horror experience designed for fans of indie visual novels and atmospheric storytelling.
The story of Print I Love U begins with a second-hand laptop of mysterious origins. Its previous owner has long since disappeared, but hidden deep within the hard drive is a short game that seemingly no one knows about. A message at the beginning of the game reveals the first clue: the game was made by its developer for a girl named Alice Print.
Players navigate three interwoven minigames and branching paths, uncovering fragments of a story never meant to be discovered. The game incorporates the act of playing itself into its storytelling, blurring the boundary between reality and the virtual world. Behind the seemingly lighthearted minigames lie unsettling secrets. As emotional tension gradually builds, the horror continues to sink in even after the player has finished playing, leaving them with plenty to think about. The game features multiple endings, and not every narrative path leads to a complete conclusion. Deliberate gaps in the storytelling, combined with hidden details and subtle foreshadowing, allow the sense of unease to linger.
With a single playthrough lasting around 15-20 minutes, Print I Love U is suited to short, fragmented gaming sessions while offering a complete narrative arc. Its multiple endings add replay value, with different choices revealing additional fragments of the truth surrounding the developer and Alice. Inspired by the acclaimed indie game Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk, the game explores how powerful emotional impact doesn’t require expansive scope – only precision and honesty.
“This project represents my exploration of the ‘small scale, strong emotions’ creative philosophy,” said developer Claudio Moltedo. “I wanted to deliver a powerful emotional impact through a deliberately concise experience, inspired by games that prove you don’t need hundreds of hours to leave a lasting impression on players.”
Key Features:
- Compact narrative experience completable in approximately 15-20 minutes
- Multiple endings and hidden narrative paths that reveal new story fragments
- Three integrated minigames woven into the psychological horror narrative
- Hand-drawn character animations and pixelated art style combining retro and contemporary aesthetics
- Fully original soundtrack with narrative-driven compositions
- Psychological horror through atmosphere and narrative tension rather than jump scares
About Claudio Moltedo
Claudio Moltedo is an Italian game developer who began professionally developing games at the age of 18, building on a lifelong passion for creating original concepts, worlds, and stories that started in elementary school. He sees video games not only as a compelling form of entertainment, but also as a powerful medium for creative expression and storytelling.
About Red Hog Studio
Red Hog Studio is an international game development team bringing together experienced talent from across the global games industry. Its core members have professional backgrounds at renowned companies including Epic Games, Ubisoft, and Stormind Games, with extensive experience in engineering, art production, and game design. Since its founding, the studio has remained committed to creating games that leave players with lasting emotional memories. Whether building expansive digital worlds or refining intricate gameplay mechanics, the team places emotional resonance at the heart of its creative process. Print I Love U marks Red Hog Studio’s latest exploration into the world of short-form independent narrative games.
