VN Ren'Py A Wife at Stake [v0.080] [eHellJay]

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Alea iacta est said:
The plot Is interesting, but the sex scenes are really really poorly represented.

Few images, no eroticism or whatsoever.
A simple checkbox exercise, there is no love in putting in place credible, long, well represented sex scenes.

The dev, really need to find someone that helps him to create decent sex interactions that will complement the interesting plot.

So far the result is very poor
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I don't think you'll ever find the kind of sex scenes you like in my games.
I prefer to spend time describing the context of infidelity until it happens (or not).
I think that's more mature than spending a lot of time changing camera angles and close-ups.
This is at the very core of my approach!
 
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I was just reading the posts here.

The developer hasn't put the game on this site, nor do they have a Patreon. Yet, they're always online here, seemingly just waiting for someone to speak up so they can attack them to prevent anyone from making the game public. I mean, that seems to be the only reason they're active here. It's the first time I've ever seen anything like this. :KEK:
 
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MeltingTeapot said:
I was just reading the posts here.

The developer hasn't put the game on this site, nor do they have a Patreon. Yet, they're always online here, seemingly just waiting for someone to speak up so they can attack them to prevent anyone from making the game public. I mean, that seems to be the only reason they're active here. It's the first time I've ever seen anything like this. :KEK:
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There's a first time for everything!!
 
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MeltingTeapot said:
I was just reading the posts here.

The developer hasn't put the game on this site, nor do they have a Patreon. Yet, they're always online here, seemingly just waiting for someone to speak up so they can attack them to prevent anyone from making the game public. I mean, that seems to be the only reason they're active here. It's the first time I've ever seen anything like this. :KEK:
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I think that you missed the point that it is NMTTL that is the dev. NMTTL is not the one launching the attacks in this thread. In fact, they have been very measured in response to attacks on their work, IMO.
 
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WhiteSwan1916 said:
After playing the free version, I subscribed and played version 11. I’ve played it for many hours, and I am just blown away how good it is. For me, it really hit a nerve. I love it. Frankly one of the best FMC AVN I’ve ever played. I wanted to share some thoughts (no spoilers).

I was so captivated by the story and fully immersed. When there is a decent AVN with choices it is common to think like “what decision is most advantageous” or “how to best reach outcome XYZ”. But this experience was on another level. I was so drawn in it felt like making choices as Laura Volonto (the FMC). It made me slow down reading to understand the context to make my choices.

Of course, the FMC being very beautiful helps a lot to like her. But Laura not only shines in erotic scenes, but she also has this everyday classic beauty look, and her humor and laughter make her all the more likable (images from the free part of the game). There is a lot of variation with clothing and hairstyles as the game progresses.

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However, a stunning FMC is not what elevates this work so high though. Of critical importance is the quality of the writing. In my opinion, this AVN achieves something most AVNs don’t, a very high level of plausibility (not porn logic). Character developments feel natural and earned. When the FMC shares her thinking, it makes sense, regardless of if this is on a loyalty or adventurous path. There are very realistic considerations in evaluating the advantages and risks when balancing loyalty versus more hypergamous choices. The different love interests have strengths and weaknesses. When Laura decides to step out there is a tangible benefit and consideration how to manage the risks. This is very different from the standard corruption prevalent in the AVN space, where FMCs often find themselves taken advantage off by men that are of no plausible hypergamous benefit.

In addition to Laura and the main LIs, there is also a substantial cast of memorable and sometimes quirky side characters which further enrich the experience. Yes, there are a couple of spelling errors, some few instances where character names were mixed up, but this does not detract from the overall quality.

The author also nails the Italian environment, from socioeconomic problems in the South to the role of TV productions and media, small town politics, even the humor, it feels authentic and that helps facilitate this deep level of immersion.

The visuals, especially later on, are decent. Not first rate, but it does not require Summer Heat level graphics to make an AVN enjoyable (neither a realistic standard for most creators, nor desirable regarding production speed, which currently is pretty good judging by the interval of progress update posts). There is good use of integration of photos with DAZ3D assets and post processing that is very effective at conveying a feel for the locations and how they are distinct. The audio was also enjoyable, from music to sfx it just nailed the atmosphere.

This game is a rare gem. I look forward to how the story develops.
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can i ask how many hours of playtime does it take from start to the end of episode 7 (or episode 11)? either is fine
 
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camube said:
can i ask how many hours of playtime does it take from start to the end of episode 7 (or episode 11)? either is fine
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A lot of that will depend upon how involved you get into the story. Skipping reading to check out the lewd scenes? That can be quite fast… Taking it all in not skipping text? That could be multiple evenings.

For me personally, this story really hit a nerve, and I was totally hooked. If that happens, you can spend several days with it, replaying and looking deep into what is presented and speculating what might happen in Ep 12, translating every bit of Italian you see (absolutely worth it, some intriguing hidden clues or just outrageously funny messages there).

A more generalizable answer is probably like this: The four routes have considerable differences, and even within a route there are numerous variations. Ep1-5 is quite similar, the main routes start with Ep6 triggered by choices you make in Ep1-5 during the TV show production. I’d say one route from Ep1-11 can fill an entire evening. I hope that helps…
 
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You're praising a story copied from a famous Italian film. They didn't even change the characters' names. How imaginative it is, and the sex scenes are few, just like in the film. It's more of a rip-off than that. So I also know how it ends. You're declaring it a great Dev, hahahahahah
 
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alex72serio said:
You're praising a story copied from a famous Italian film. They didn't even change the characters' names. How imaginative it is, and the sex scenes are few, just like in the film. It's more of a rip-off than that. So I also know how it ends. You're declaring it a great Dev, hahahahahah
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That "hahahahaha" reminds me of someone else who also laughed at his own quotes. You wouldn't be some idiot, banned from F95, who comes back to settle scores?
In any case, if you read the above (but that's probably not your strong suit), you'll know that you're stating the obvious: Yes, it's inspired by the movie, the region, the profession, even the desire to have their own store, but it's not at all, at all the same story. Besides, it's quite simple, there are four different routes...
That being said, I won't start any more arguments. The rules of F95 (which I understand) require settling scores in private.
Keep laughing to yourself.
 
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