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Sparkling Horizon Studios
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Game Dev 🚥 Creating unconventional story-driven games that'll pull at your heartstrings! 🚥 Developing #ToTheWayside, #BeautysPlaything, & #ArkhureToAtlas 🚥 #indiedev 🚥 #vndev
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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Nov 20
Monsters have hopes and dreams, too... but how achievable are they?

Journey #ToTheWayside for a tale paved with desire, acceptance, identity, and sacrifice - a new game release for #MonstrousDesiresVNjam and #OUATVNJam!

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To The Wayside by Sparkling Horizon Studios
Break free from the depths of the swamp to explore human society for the first time... and maybe the last.
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Happy Halloween! 😆

Are you out getting your tricks and treats in?

Have a lollipop in honor of our resident swamp witch! 🍭

It'll be some time before you see them again, but thanks to @vltzld.bsky.social, they're here for a little visit! 🦇
Finch sits on a broom that's floating in the sky. They're smiling while holding a lollipop and bats are flying around them.
October 31, 2025 at 9:56 PM
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Does anyone want to collaborate with me on the illustrations for our latest visual novel? 🥺

It’s a tight deadline, but I can sketch out the CGs for you!

Anyone who wants to do the work on their own is also welcome to apply! 👍✨
sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · 24d
Looking for your next game to work on? 🖌️

Our CG Artist for #BeautysPlaything had to drop out, so we’re opening the position back up again. 😌

Details at the link! ⬇️
sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Mar 3
Interested in being a part of our next project? 😙

We’re opening up recruitment for #BeautysPlaything, our queer retelling of Beauty and the Beast!

Check out all the details for applying to our dev team below… 👇

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October 24, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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Looking for your next game to work on? 🖌️

Our CG Artist for #BeautysPlaything had to drop out, so we’re opening the position back up again. 😌

Details at the link! ⬇️
sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Mar 3
Interested in being a part of our next project? 😙

We’re opening up recruitment for #BeautysPlaything, our queer retelling of Beauty and the Beast!

Check out all the details for applying to our dev team below… 👇

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October 23, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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Hehe that's me.

Shoutouts to the folks behind this, super honored to be a part of it! Make sure to check 'em out too:)))
sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 8
Last but not least, prepare for a pleasant exchange with @ktruongvoices.bsky.social as our florist!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
The Flower Seller stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Khai Truong will be taking on the role of The Flower Seller.
June 9, 2025 at 1:56 AM
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Last but not least, prepare for a pleasant exchange with @ktruongvoices.bsky.social as our florist!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
The Flower Seller stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Khai Truong will be taking on the role of The Flower Seller.
June 8, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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Wait, the guards have their own leader? We'll have to take the word of @jj11818.bsky.social!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
The Commander stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Jason Hall will be taking on the role of The Commander.
June 7, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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ROLE ANNOUNCEMENT

So so excited to join #ToTheWayside as The Medic!
June 7, 2025 at 1:51 AM
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Did someone call for help? Coming to the rescue is @dfergs.bsky.social!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
The Medic stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Danielle Ferguson will be taking on the role of The Medic.
June 7, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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🪻ROLE ANNOUNCEMENT🪻

Holy crap this art is cool..

AHEM
you can now hear me as the voice of Willow in #ToTheWayside by @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io!!

This was SUCH a fun role and I'm so happy to be a part of this team :D

#voiceactor #voiceover #va #vo #roleannouncement #visualnovel
sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 5
A force to be reckoned with has made itself known, and the performance of @krhodesva.bsky.social won't let you forget it!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
Willow sits to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Kiera Rhodes will be taking on the role of Willow.
June 5, 2025 at 10:53 PM
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🌟ROLE ANNOUNCEMENT🌟

You'll hear me as Lucas in #ToTheWayside! This was such an emotional role to play I hope you like it ❤️
sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 4
Don't let appearances fool you. @garfunkelvo.bsky.social is going to show us just how vulnerable this noble can be!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
Lucas stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Jakob Bottoms will be taking on the role of Lucas.
June 6, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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A force to be reckoned with has made itself known, and the performance of @krhodesva.bsky.social won't let you forget it!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
Willow sits to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Kiera Rhodes will be taking on the role of Willow.
June 5, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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Don't let appearances fool you. @garfunkelvo.bsky.social is going to show us just how vulnerable this noble can be!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
Lucas stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Jakob Bottoms will be taking on the role of Lucas.
June 4, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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Well lookee here! I'm happy to say I'm going to be playing sparkle girl ✨Imani✨ in "To The Wayside", @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io 's queer retelling of Little Mermaid!

Come check it out when the full version is released!
sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 3
Why, if it isn't a fellow apprentice! @sophiachung.info will be taking her on!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
Imani stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Sophia Chung will be taking on the role of Imani.
June 3, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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Why, if it isn't a fellow apprentice! @sophiachung.info will be taking her on!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
Imani stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Sophia Chung will be taking on the role of Imani.
June 3, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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Next up is the iconic local swamp dweller, who will be played by @sirsamgrace.bsky.social!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
Finch stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Sam Grace will be taking on the role of Finch.
June 2, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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Kicking us off is @kimriveravo.bsky.social, who will be breathing life into our sentient leech-monster turned human!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors
Elm, in their human form, stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Kim Rivera will be taking on the role of Elm.
June 1, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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The time has come! We're about to announce who will be lending their voices to the #ToTheWayside cast. Check in with us each day for a new reveal! 🤩
June 1, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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Happy Easter! 🥚✨

Our beloved little hatchling is almost ready for their return!

As of this month, we're halfway through development for the #ToTheWayside update.

Keep an eye out for our voice actor announcements in the near future, and until then, enjoy this cute art from @rinnyboo.bsky.social! 😁
Elm, in their human form, is sitting in a cracked-open Easter egg. The color palette of the egg takes inspiration from their original form. The background is a pastel purple with a pattern of semi-transparent circles to match the spotted egg.
April 21, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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Interested in being a part of our next project? 😙

We’re opening up recruitment for #BeautysPlaything, our queer retelling of Beauty and the Beast!

Check out all the details for applying to our dev team below… 👇

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March 3, 2025 at 5:54 AM
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Happy Valentine's Day! 💖

Prepare to open your heart up to Elm once more in our upcoming #ToTheWayside update!

This latest version will bring you voice acting, new artwork, and other more subtle changes.

While you wait, here's a piece from @c-08m.bsky.social for you to enjoy this holiday! 😍
Elm, To The Wayside's protagonist, is all flustered and blushing as they hand you a letter marked with a heart. To the left of them is a speech bubble with a heart in it, indicating that this is a profession of affection. The background is a pink gradient with a pattern of little white hearts.
February 14, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Cheers to the new year!

In 2025, our goals are to create a bigger space for our community, add a new title to our lineup, and continue building on our existing games.

As a gift, Sparky can now join #PocketCamp players in Whistle Pass by using this QR code to add them to your #CamperCards! Enjoy!
An Animal Crossing version of Sparky stands next to Apollo, an eagle villager. They are dressed in matching outfits: the dark snow-flurry suit, fireworks headband, and floating snow crystals behind them. The bottom of the card says, "Sparky, Lv. 40." The backside of Sparky's camper card, which provides a QR code to add them to your game.
January 2, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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Season's greetings! Thanks to @suitanart.bsky.social, Sparky's here to spread holiday cheer! 🤩

How did your festivities go? Did you get to celebrate everything you wanted to? Tell us all about it!
A chibi version of Sparkling Horizon Studios' mascot, Sparky, dressed up in a Santa outfit and making an "XD" face. The background is a pink to yellow gradient with sparkles decorating the image. "Happy Holidays" is written in the bottom right corner.
December 25, 2024 at 11:48 PM
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...And that's a wrap! 🎬

You should all get emails from us by the end of the week.

When you receive your results, you're welcome to ask us for feedback, too! We'd be happy to provide!

Best of luck to everyone, and thank you for your interest in #ToTheWayside! 💖
sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Nov 23
#ToTheWayside is getting a voice acting update, and here’s the casting call to prove it! ✨

There’s volunteer roles for every speaking character, and auditions are open until December 15th! Will you be giving it a shot? 🫣

docs.google.com/document/d/1...
Casting Call
To The Wayside Casting Call To The Wayside is a queer retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid in a visual novel format. In this version of the tale, our protagonist is Elm, a leech...
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December 17, 2024 at 12:14 AM
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Our casting call’s deadline is in just a few days! Have you sent your audition in? 😲
sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Nov 23
#ToTheWayside is getting a voice acting update, and here’s the casting call to prove it! ✨

There’s volunteer roles for every speaking character, and auditions are open until December 15th! Will you be giving it a shot? 🫣

docs.google.com/document/d/1...
Casting Call
To The Wayside Casting Call To The Wayside is a queer retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid in a visual novel format. In this version of the tale, our protagonist is Elm, a leech...
docs.google.com
December 13, 2024 at 3:46 AM
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That tracks. 😬
A screenshot from a Romantic Tragedy visual novel, To The Wayside. In it, Finch asks Elm, “So, you’ve really given up then? You plan to die here, on my floor?”
December 5, 2024 at 9:34 PM