Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation

Ciaran Games LLC · Silver Lining Interactive

Released: Nov 25, 2025
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Last updated: 14 Sep 2026, 07:01 GMT

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09 Mar 2026Developer post
SOUNDTRACK OUT NOW
AHOY THERE SAILORS We know how much you've been waiting for it, and the time has FINALLY come. CAPTAIN WAYNE: VACATION DESPERATION SOUNDTRACK IS HERE. NOW GO GET IT. View game page And if you haven't bought the game yet, you can now save some dabloons with 5% off with THE GAME +
19 Dec 2025Developer post
v1.2a
Fix: ACTUALLY fixed a Level 1 softlock. Now you can progress the game.
Fix: ACTUALLY fixed a Level 1 softlock. Now you can progress the game.
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19 Dec 2025Developer post
CWVD - Ver 1.2 "The Great Unsoftlockening" (Bugfix Round 2)
AHOY SAILORS, The crew at Ciaran Games have been scrubbing the decks, hoisting the sails and a bunch of other nautical puns to say they've been working tirelessly to add more fixes to Captain Wayne before the Festive break! Once again, a massive thank you to the Captain Wayne com
AHOY SAILORS,
The crew at Ciaran Games have been scrubbing the decks, hoisting the sails and a bunch of other nautical puns to say they've been working tirelessly to add more fixes to Captain Wayne before the Festive break!

Once again, a massive thank you to the Captain Wayne community and fans. Your support cannot be overstated and your response to the game has been incredibly encouraging. You're all captains in our book!

Now! Onto the updates.
Where's the soundtrack bub?
Happy to say this is very close. It's in Valves system for review and if there's no issues we'll aim to have it out early Jan and bundle it up with the game. Lots of you have been asking for this and we hope to have with you very soon!
What's fixed?
Here's a list of the changes made after V1.1!
Improvement: Added a unique pick up sound for the Crabonator.
Fix: Made the spot that you could get stuck in between crates in Blubco. Industries super bouncy.
Fix: Added a missing softlock prevention measure in Mt. Moby Mayhem regarding the elevator and fixed a spot not triggering the elevator sequence.
Fix: Made one of the fence textures in Keelhaul Compound impassable.
Fix: Added a missing softlock prevention measure in Beached Beluga Blues intro sequence.
Fix: Fixed an issue in Hellfire Coldfront which could lead to getting softlocked in the vent escape transition room.
Fix: Moved away barrels from each other a little bit in Rigged to Blow to prevent Zombie Crabs from getting stuck on each other.
Fix: 100% on enemies now possible with the above be softlock issues addressed.
We'll have more news and updates to share in the new year. But for now we hope you have a great Winter break Thanks again see you in the New Year!
Ciaran Games and SLI
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06 Dec 2025Developer post
CWVD - Ver 1.1 "Bugfix Round 1"
Improvement: Riptide Rampage mode is now more intuitive, has more hints as to what you have to do, and more introduction to its mechanics, changed Emivita's startup; Change: Lowered the volume of the hit sound that happens when Wayne takes damage; Fix: Stopped Lamprinis from play
Improvement: Riptide Rampage mode is now more intuitive, has more hints as to what you have to do, and more introduction to its mechanics, changed Emivita's startup;
Change: Lowered the volume of the hit sound that happens when Wayne takes damage;
Fix: Stopped Lamprinis from playing the Killer Whale sounds.
Fix: In game King's blood is now cyan.
Change: Removed the button that let you softlock yourself in Blubco. Industries in the Jerry introductory room.
Fix: Prevented player control during the intro sequences of Beached Beluga Blues and Steel Stan which let them to go outside of the intended play areas of the map.
Fix: Added the Cell Shocker weapon into Bonsai la Bomba map.
Fix: Made Wayne's chewing quieter (Fixed the issue where eating a sandwich during the intro of the part 2 of King's Court would interrupt the dialogue between King and Flatz).
Fix: Prevented softlock in Thunder Dave's Mountain caused by falling into a pit between the mountain and the chapel which had no way to properly get out of without cheating.
Fix: The ladders in the escape sequence map have restored their functionality.
Fix: Reworked the way the players travel through the maze sequence in Sanctuary of the Ancients. This should stop them from getting stuck.
Fix: Comically inflated one of the cage bars belonging to Steel Stan's cage in Blubco. Industries to prevent you from slipping through them.
Fix: You can't kick while frozen now.
Fix: Fixed Barbra's voiceline timing on the Riptide Rampage introducion cutscene.
Fix: Restored talking Chips frames on the cut in where Barbra is holding him back by his collar.
Fix: Restored the camera angle on the ending of Mt. Moby Mayhem to show the volcano eruption again.
Fix: Prevented softlocking in Keelhaul Compound in the flaregun secret.
Fix: Made our walls thicker in Mt. Moby Mayhem so you can't get drinks by grabbing through them.
Fix: Prevented softlocking in one of the remote spots in the pyramid arena in Sanctuary of the Ancients level.
Fix: Wave select related issues caused by skipping over key event waves fixed.
Fix: Extinguished the room Wayne stands in when he finishes the Burning Barnacle Brush map. You can't die during the ending sequence now.
Fix: Fixed the problem of some hit sound effects being triggered when no actual damage has been dealt to the player.
Fix: Fixed trophy text problems (missing trophy to Hellfire Coldfront map restored, changed ellipses to triple dots).
Fix: Fixed achievements "This One's On Me", "Braving The Wave", "Strike!", "Lightning in a Bottle", "All Knowing".
Fix: Added missing null pointer checks for Phantasmia and Seagull's flying functionality.
Fix: Restored LastWeapon input keyconf.
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27 Nov 2025PC Gamer
This FPS is basically Spongebob meets Duke Nukem, and it's only $10 on Steam
Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation is a funky, offbeat shooter made in the Doom engine that I've been looking forward to since trying it's demo over two and a half years ago. Its launch has come with an added pleasant surprise as well: The full game, including a campaign and en
26 Nov 2025Developer post
Launch Update and Known Issues!!
AHOY SAILORS Thank YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT, We would not be here if it wasn't for you! Every share, every piece of art, every post made Captain Wayne: Vacation Desperation happen! and We've got a few updates for you! Where can I buy the soundtrack? Lots of you have been aski
AHOY SAILORS
Thank YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT, We would not be here if it wasn't for you! Every share, every piece of art, every post made Captain Wayne: Vacation Desperation happen!
and We've got a few updates for you!
Where can I buy the soundtrack?
Lots of you have been asking for a soundtrack! So we're working on getting that out as fast as possible on all various sound orientated platforms but probably not Zune.
Will there be updates
The only thing I can say for certain is maybe, but there will be something, something I can tell you- soon!
How can I give you more money?
Buy Captain Wayne for a friend! Or support our merch kickstarter here it passed it's goal! So you'll be getting stuff!
We hope you've been enjoying Captain Wayne!
And if you haven't had chance yet? What are you waiting for! We've got excellent bundle opportunities Fallen Aces and Game of the Year; BRAZILIAN DRUG DEALER 3: I OPENED A PORTAL TO HELL IN THE FAVELA TRYING TO REVIVE MIT AIA I NEED TO CLOSE IT
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/64177/Wayne_in_BRAZIL/
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/60141/Goons_n_Toons/
on this topic, here's some known issues we plan to fix!

Subtitles not appearing in cutscenes
Various rare softlocks
Text saying press E to respawn is too small
Various rare GZdoom shenanigans to do with renderers.
Once again, thank you for your support.
If you haven't, please consider leaving a review.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2319790/Captain_Wayne__Vacation_Desperation/
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25 Nov 2025Developer post
Captain Wayne IS OUT NOW
AHOY SWABBIES Put three sheets to the wind because CAPTAIN WAYNE: VACATION DESPERATION is OUT NOW View game page Featuring: 9 passionate crafted levels 8 endless challenge stages for those who fear nothing but Davy himself Hours of ink-drenched, caffeine-fueled, sweat-soaked cuts
AHOY SWABBIES

Put three sheets to the wind because CAPTAIN WAYNE: VACATION DESPERATION is OUT NOW

View game page

Featuring:
9 passionate crafted levels
8 endless challenge stages for those who fear nothing but Davy himself
Hours of ink-drenched, caffeine-fueled, sweat-soaked cutscenes and animations
A FULL FLEGED rip-roaring retro soundtrack to melt your nostalgic pirate heart
We want to thank everyone that believed in Captain Wayne: Vacation Desperation, every share, every like, every piece of fan art, every discussion and comment left brought this game into existence.

Oh and ofcourse BUY THE GAME NOW
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And follow Ciaran games on socials!

TWITTER: / @ciaran_games
DISCORD: / discord.gg/captainwayne
OUR SITE: https://www.ciaran-games.com/
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24 Nov 2025Developer post
Price, release time AND MORE!!!
AHOY you scurvy, saltsodden, sun-bleached, landtrawling, lovely supporters and fans! We're so excited to release Captain Wayne: Vacation Desperation TOMORROW and here's everything right in front of you, from release times, pricing and what to expect! Price 10 doubloons, 10 dollar
11 Nov 2025Developer post
Captain Wayne: Vacation Desperation has gone gold.
WE’RE LOCKED. WE’RE LOADED. WE'RE GOLD. The full game build has been finalized and locked in for release. Captain Wayne has been a wild journey from start to finish and now we're finally ready to get it into your hands on November 25th Make sure you're wish listed to not miss out
29 Oct 2025Developer post
Halloween Trailer - New weapons, level and more!
Look alive because it's - Happy Halloween! There's less than 30 days until Captain Wayne sets sail but we've got another teaser to show... Featuring new weapons, some new enemies and something...more. Captain Wayne releases Nov 25th 2025. Wishlist Captain Wayne: Vacation Desperat
01 Oct 2025Developer post
Behind the Scenes: Captain Wayne -Vacation Desperation Cutscene Creation Process
Join Creator of Captain Wayne Aidan Patrick and Studio Lead Casen Wiegman as they discuss the method of animation they used to create the cutscenes in Captain Wayne. Captain Wayne releases Nov 25th 2025. Taken from the Captain Wayne News Broadcast 9.19.25. WISHLIST NOW! And follo
24 Sep 2025GamingOnLinux
A shotgun for an arm, boomer shooter Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation arrives in November
A retro styled boomer shooter where you have a shotgun for an arm. Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation is confirmed to launch on November 25th. Read the full article here:
23 Sep 2025Developer post
Release Date Announcement | Final Demo
Look Alive, Sailors! The Wait Ends Soon! Lock and load, because Captain Wayne is locked on target and headed straight for Boomstock – the blood-pumping, retro-blasting, boomer-shooter showdown where weak gamers go to die. This Tuesday, September 23rd at 19:00 CEST (10am PST), the
22 Sep 2025Developer post
Just a head's up!
We hope everyone had a blast celebrating Talk Like A Pirate Day! 🏴‍☠️ Just a quick heads-up: in preparation for some exciting news coming tomorrow , we’ll be taking down the demo from our Steam page later today . Stay tuned, mates 👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀 ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ View
18 Sep 2025Developer post
TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY - Captain Wayne News Broadcast Sep 19
Please tune in to a Captain Wayne broadcast on September 19th, 2025 @ 12:00 PM PST / 3:00 PM EST for new information regarding our release. We'll see you... on TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY!
29 Aug 2025Developer post
Captain Wayne: Vacation Desperation | Arsenal Trailer
Revenge is a Dish Best Served with an Arsenal of Weapons! Fueled by the red mist of revenge, Wayne is ready to turn Orca Isle into a blood-soaked battlefield. From chain-gun fingers to explosive Boom Brew, from fruity-but-fatal coconuts and watermelons to the Captain’s own bone-b
27 Aug 2025Developer post
Captain Wayne is coming to PAX and the MIX! With an all new trailer!
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE BACK WHAT’S YOURS? Lock and load! Captain Wayne is ready to debut a brand new trailer showing off the full arsenal up his sleeve at The Media Indie Fall Showcase on August 29th, 2025. Dock your vessels this Friday at 9AM PST for Captain Wayne’s deadliest and
09 Aug 2025Developer post
Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation: Demo Soundtrack
AHOY THERE!! The Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation OFFICIAL SOUNDTRACK has been updated on YouTube in line with our newly released demo. RAISE AN EAR!! View game page
07 Aug 2025Developer post
Endless Demo Update - Available NOW
Raise anchor, load your boom brews, and keep your arms inside the bloodbath at all times. As part of Yogscast's Tiny Teams Captain Wayne is anything but tiny, bringing you unlimited carnage in this demo update! Endless Mode brings 6 playable maps into the mix, 3 unlocked from the
04 Aug 2025Developer post
Endless Mode Demo Update - Coming Soon!
Get ready... To set sail... Again, and again and again! As part of Tiny Teams 2025, Wayne's bringing the devastation, he's bringing the carnage, he's bringing the chaos to all new levels that have revamped with new sfx, animations and music! or join our Discord: Head to the page

Updates & announcements

Where's the soundtrack bub?

What's fixed?

Where can I buy the soundtrack?

Will there be updates

How can I give you more money?

Price

Release times

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Happy Halloween!

WISHLIST NOW!

Look Alive, Sailors! The Wait Ends Soon!

Stay tuned, mates 👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀

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Make sure to Wishlist Captain Wayne to not miss out our next big update...!

Make sure to Wishlist Captain Wayne to not miss out!

AHOY THERE!!

Get ready...

To set sail...

Again, and again and again!