Is this game a scam?

Original by @LordFrogmire : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BNWD5IibOc

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Hey everyone, it’s Leaflit! Today I’m reacting to Lord Frogmire’s fiery breakdown, “Pirate Software’s Game is WORSE Than You Could Imagine,” where he highlights why Heartbound—despite being in development for over eight years—is still plagued by missing content, shallow mechanics, and empty hype. I break down the core problems: Pirate Software promised Blizzard-level quality but released only a few puzzles, minimal updates, and even pulled a half-hearted update to dodge Steam’s “abandoned” tag.

I’m calling this what it is: a developer prioritizing streams, buzz, and promotional fluff over finishing the actual game. Fans deserve better. If you’ve been waiting years, invested early, and now feel strung along, you’re not alone—and this video is for you.

Heartbound launched in Early Access in December 2018, yet critics note it remains largely unchanged. A March 2025 update was just a cosmetic fix to remove Steam’s “abandoned” badge—not real progress.

One Reddit critic says:

“the game is dry of updates… not a priority”

Steam reviews describe years passing—“Graduated college… ran a marathon… still waiting”—yet no meaningful game updates .

Reddit observers point out Pirate Software claims to stream and code—but delivers almost no substance in builds.

Lord Frogmire’s video, along with others like “Coding Jesus Exposes PirateSoftware,” align on this: Heartbound is shallow, buggy, and underwhelming—especially given its extended timeline.

Consumer expectation vs reality – Paying for an Early Access game means wanting progress, not polished sales fluff.

Developer credibility – Bold Blizzard comparisons and refrigerator claims don’t deliver when the build is stagnant.

Transparency needed – Fans deserve honest timelines or refunds—not evasive PR and grandstanding.

Substance over hype – Leaflit supports creators who finish what they start—not ones who chase hype while ignoring code quality.

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