The Heart of Arel (dx!)

The Heart of Arel (dx!) is a queer exploration game for the Game Boy Color about discovering the secrets of the land to stop a diastrous natural threat. It's a colourful makeover of the original Game Boy game, .

The four adventurers (explorers and partners alike) will use their strengths to help each other in navigating the land's flora and fauna. Explore open areas to uncover the way forward, and deepen their bonds with each other.

What's New?A full colorisation of the original gameMore character portraitsSome remade music tracksA full pass of the original scriptImproved collisionsA helpful navigation tool appears earlier in the gameStarring...!Eionn (she/they)

A curious and shy woman with an intense interest in an old alchemical instrument. Though it seems to be some old relic to most, Eionn - ever the optimist - is insistent on bringing it along for the adventure.

Aoba (she/her)

A gatherer and cook with an insatiable desire to cook huge meals to perfection, so dating three other people is a pretty great situation, really. Behind her mild-mannered exterior lies a great mind bursting with love and passion.

Eryr (they/them)

A wild soul with an incredibly keen sense for scouting. Yearns for nature, and is known for spontaneously bursting into song when the inspiration hits. Fearless and never afraid to let their particular tastes known...

Harthe (she/her)

A (figurative) princess and gremlin rolled into one adorable girl who's always ready to encourage, lift up and motivate the party. Provides cuddles and headpats at every opportunity - after all, on a long journey you need to keep spirits high

ControlsGame Boy ColorBrowserMoveD-padWASD or Arrow KeysConfirm / Check StatusAZ or AltChange Character / Exit MenuBX or CtrlOpen Alchemy Reference (while mixing)SelectShiftOpen MenuStartEnterContent Notes

The Heart of Arel DX is a very PG game that can be enjoyed by all. However it briefly touches on some themes, or makes playful references to...

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Touch starvation
Bullying
Social burnout
Rejection sensitivity
Kink
Food

Bugs?

Let me know if you come across any and I'll get 'em fixed up!

Credits

Game: me
Box Art:
Playtesting: Nowhere, Raini, Eragur, Nic

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