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Zenith
@zenithzyie.itch.io
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(she/her)
Game and visual novel maker.
https://zenithzyie.carrd.co/
^ my carrd ^
https://zenithzyie.itch.io/hearts-depth
^ mermaid otome game ^
#visualnovel #visualnoveldev
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Zenith @zenithzyie.itch.io · Jan 5
Hi everyone! I'm Zenith (or Zen), an indie dev with a few projects you might enjoy!
zenithzyie.itch.io

Here's some screenshots from my current project: Heart's Depth, a mermaid otome.

I also have worked on a clown isekai, a yuri western, a squirrel dating sim, and more!
#visualnovel
A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. A deep-blue-haired merman with tan skin does a kabedon over the protagonist, a mermaid with orange hair. The text box has a dialogue from the merman, Prince Thioran "What are you really hiding?" A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. There are two choices shown: Follow Striking Prince and Follow Thieving Merman. The textbox contains inner dialogue "What do I do...?". There is a notice in orange on the top left "This is a significant choice. Choose wisely." A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. The textbox contains dialogue from the protagonist "That's right! Hammy!". There is a man with black dreads with red tips holding a harpoon looking embarrassed. A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. There are two choices shown: The seaside view. and The town buildings. The textbox contains narration: "Take a picture of..."
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iiotenki.bsky.social
anyway, you should play more dating sims and if you're already playing more dating sims, you should tell your friends to play more dating sims, and if you can't play more, you should tell devs to hire me, i think dating sims have an important role to play in making video games healthy again in 2026
October 3, 2026 at 11:04 PM
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Finished up my mentorship! I should post more of what I've done, but I'm most proud of this one 😚🌊✨
#blackartist #conceptart #splashart #OC #artsky #character #illustration #GameArtsit
August 12, 2026 at 9:13 PM
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heartsdepth.bsky.social
Happy Mermay! The final major story update for the demo is here with 4.0! 🧜 ✨ Will you take Jorunn's hand? Either way, we hope to sea you there!
zenithzyie.itch.io/hearts-depth
#heartsdepth #otomegame #mermaid #visualnovel #mermay
May 20, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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Hello everyone! I have the distinct pleasure of sharing the silly demo parody the Heart's Depth team made for April Fools. Please enjoy this short browser-playable thing we did. (note: playing the original will enhance your experience)

zenithzyie.itch.io/hearts-depth...
Heart's Depth - April Fools Edition [DEMO] by Zenith
A mermaid otome parody. Something fishy's going on here...
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April 1, 2026 at 5:39 PM
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harveststudios.bsky.social
Harvestville: Song of the Ancestress has a Steam page now!😄

Wishlist on Steam:
store.steampowered.com/app/4370930/...
#indiegames #gamedev #madewithunity
Harvestville: Song of the Ancestress on Steam
A farming/life-sim game with a folk horror twist. An enigmatic deity has convinced the residents of Harvestville to conduct an unorthodox ritual. Grow crops, connect with the townsfolk, and uncover th...
store.steampowered.com
March 30, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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I can't wait to share what we've made for April Fools for Heart's Depth...it's gonna be amazing LOOOL
March 29, 2026 at 2:54 AM
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hirorck.itch.io
Just 6 more days until the release of my cute BL comedy game 🤭🎮🐈

Can this silly guy win his fake boyfriend's heart? 👀

Try the demo here: hirorck.itch.io/my-buddy-did...

#MBDSWVN #indiegame #vndev
Screenshot of Lawrence from My Buddy Did Something Weird And Now I Have Feelings For Him. He's visibly flustered. There's a text conversation on the screen reading: Q: Are you falling for your fake boyfriend? L: Well that's kinda personal man Q: So is your question Q: Well? L: Okay yes maybe i guess?????
March 28, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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zenithzyie.itch.io
Hi everyone! I'm Zenith (or Zen), an indie dev with a few projects you might enjoy!
zenithzyie.itch.io

Here's some screenshots from my current project: Heart's Depth, a mermaid otome.

I also have worked on a clown isekai, a yuri western, a squirrel dating sim, and more!
#visualnovel
A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. A deep-blue-haired merman with tan skin does a kabedon over the protagonist, a mermaid with orange hair. The text box has a dialogue from the merman, Prince Thioran "What are you really hiding?" A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. There are two choices shown: Follow Striking Prince and Follow Thieving Merman. The textbox contains inner dialogue "What do I do...?". There is a notice in orange on the top left "This is a significant choice. Choose wisely." A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. The textbox contains dialogue from the protagonist "That's right! Hammy!". There is a man with black dreads with red tips holding a harpoon looking embarrassed. A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. There are two choices shown: The seaside view. and The town buildings. The textbox contains narration: "Take a picture of..."
January 5, 2026 at 5:54 AM
zenithzyie.itch.io
Hi everyone! I'm Zenith (or Zen), an indie dev with a few projects you might enjoy!
zenithzyie.itch.io

Here's some screenshots from my current project: Heart's Depth, a mermaid otome.

I also have worked on a clown isekai, a yuri western, a squirrel dating sim, and more!
#visualnovel
A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. A deep-blue-haired merman with tan skin does a kabedon over the protagonist, a mermaid with orange hair. The text box has a dialogue from the merman, Prince Thioran "What are you really hiding?" A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. There are two choices shown: Follow Striking Prince and Follow Thieving Merman. The textbox contains inner dialogue "What do I do...?". There is a notice in orange on the top left "This is a significant choice. Choose wisely." A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. The textbox contains dialogue from the protagonist "That's right! Hammy!". There is a man with black dreads with red tips holding a harpoon looking embarrassed. A screenshot from the game Heart's Depth. There are two choices shown: The seaside view. and The town buildings. The textbox contains narration: "Take a picture of..."
January 5, 2026 at 5:54 AM
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Happy holidays! ✨️🧜‍♀️
We hope you're staying warm this season!
#heartsdepth #otome
December 24, 2025 at 10:38 PM
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Happy Holidays! Heart's Depth 3.0 Update is here! ✨ 🌊 This update includes new art, UI, and story following the Striking Prince.

You can find our game in the link below!
zenithzyie.itch.io/hearts-depth
#heartsdepth #otome #visualnovel
December 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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One Day before the Hearts Depth update! 🧜‍♀️ ✨ Prince Thioran has his eye on you. 💙
zenithzyie.itch.io/hearts-depth
#heartsdepth #otome #visualnovel
December 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Two days before the Heart's Depth update! 🧜‍♀️ ✨ Cetus wants to see you in his office...💜
zenithzyie.itch.io/hearts-depth
#heartsdepth #otome #visualnovel
December 18, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Three days left before the Heart's Depth update! 🧜‍♀️ ✨ Hunter's excited to see you again.❤️
zenithzyie.itch.io/hearts-depth
#heartsdepth #otome #visualnovel
December 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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inkle.co
Interested in game-writing?

In early 2026 we'll be publishing a kaleidoscope: short articles by 100+ game writers - experts, freelancers, and juniors - about the craft.

~1/3 of them are in: multiple bangers, from some very famous names and games.

Sign up to be notified when it's ready here:
Sign up for news about the Game Writing Kaleidoscope
In early 2026 we’ll be publishing The Game Narrative Kaleidoscope, a collection of over 100 short essays by game writers about writing. Featuring some very famous names, some highly experienced free...
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December 11, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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I'm going to have to update my intro page soon, haha. The new update for Heart's Depth looks so different and so much better now...
December 16, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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Four days left before the Heart's Depth update comes out! 🧜‍♀️ ✨ We're doing a countdown until then, so please look forward to it. We know Jorunn is! 💛
zenithzyie.itch.io/hearts-depth
#heartsdepth #otome #visualnovel
December 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Thioran 🫣 #heartsdepth
September 18, 2025 at 7:07 AM
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Happy Pocky Day from the Heart's Depth team! We hope your day is as sweet as your favorite flavor. 💖
#Heartsdepth #Otome #visualnovel
November 12, 2025 at 12:15 AM
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Check out the process behind the updated background art for the Deep Market! 🎣🐟 How did we do? [1/3]
#visualnovel #backgroundart #visdev #heartsdepth
September 18, 2025 at 11:31 PM
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diveamydive.bsky.social
Hey! I have no idea how to do this, I’ve never made a List or Starter Pack before, but:

⭐️ If you’re a Games Writer/Narrative Designer looking for work, and you’d like to be added to my Starter Pack, lmk!
⭐️ If you’re looking to hire a Games Writer/Narrative Designer, check out this Starter Pack!
September 17, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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crabbily.bsky.social
Hello! I'm Em!! I'm one of the artists and writers working on Heart's Depth. You can check out our demo here. zenithzyie.itch.io/hearts-depth
Heart's Depth - DEMO by Zenith, Ali Bun, flrmstr, Mango, Vylphix, araetzel, Em, idioticduck
A mermaid otome game. What love lies beneath the waves?
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September 18, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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crystalgameworks.com
A Victorian tale of love and lost time...now coming to Kickstarter!

That's right, we're finally ready to launch the KS for our upcoming Victorian vampire otome game in July! You'll be able to get physical copies of the game, merch, and more goodies 💖

➡️Follow it: www.kickstarter.com/projects/cgw...
Crimson Waves on the Emerald Sea AMARANTHINE MOON Kickstarter in July!
June 26, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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sonshinearts.bsky.social
bi and ace bunnies gathering in space 💜

#asexual #bisexual #digitalart #procreate #pride
June 21, 2025 at 11:33 PM
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heartsdepth.bsky.social
Happy Seashell Day- and UPDATE DAY! 🐚🌊✨

Heart's Depth's Demo 2.5 is finally here, we can't wait for you guys to see what's new in store.

Check it out here!! ✨
zenithzyie.itch.io/hearts-depth
Heart's Depth - DEMO by Zenith, Ali Bun, flrmstr, Mango, Vylphix, araetzel, Em, idioticduck
A mermaid otome game. What love lies beneath the waves?
zenithzyie.itch.io
June 21, 2025 at 1:03 AM