Ren'Py - Edgefield [v0.2.0] [Undercover Pop Games]

Off to a good start with lots of compelling characters and locations, just hope they're not biting of more than they can chew with this quite ambitious project. Making the cg's and interactions unique based on the gender of the MC is adding a definite value to me, makes you want to play more than once. AI-CG is usually not my thing, but I didn't find myself caring even once in this. Keep it up!

Despite the game being in early in development and lacking in content the writing and characters are brilliant even the ai character models are great. As the game develops, I hope there is an option to switch the mini games off as I've never been a fan of mini games in AVN's

[v0.2.0, I also played it at v0.1 months ago.]

WIP but quite a great game! The writing is very endearing, and basically every character ends up likable. I find the art quite good too - it's very clean and with a consistent style, which is quite a feat for AI-generated sprites.

Do beware that even in v0.2 there's still only a few hours of content (and one sex scene (with Peter) not counting the intro). I found it worth playing anyway, but some may want to instead wait for the game to mature more.

Truly amazing game. Not to hard to play,but not to easy either. I like the graphics, story, speed of event. Just keep it the way it is. Game has a lot of potential in future updates. A lot of characters to trigger a story with. Step by step, don't rush. You could create a franchise with this game in a far,far future. Just don't stop and keep the tempo. Reminds me a bit on a Summer time saga. I will rate it 5 stars only if i see a perfect animations in future updates.
Well done so far.

Edgefield is literally what its name suggests: this game lets you edge towards a climax, but it hasn’t arrived yet. Just so you know, while playing, I take off my pants—I want to indulge and enjoy what the creators have brought. The amount of CGs in this game is sparse, especially considering it’s an NSFW/18+ game. The story develops slowly, and despite sharing similarities with Summertime Saga, it lacks the pacing you might hope for. Often, you're just clicking through conversations rather than being engaged by them.

Although the content is still limited, this game leaves you craving more. The quality is excellent; talented people are working on this, with a clear understanding of their craft. Although AI is used in development, it’s not obvious or distracting while playing—it's great to see AI being used as a helpful tool. However, the pace at which updates are released is slow. It took over three months to develop version 0.2.0. Since then, there are more systems in place, but I hope for faster and more frequent content updates.

A major downside is how difficult it is to find quests. At the start of the game, you need to unlock a map, but the game doesn’t guide you well. Every Monday, you have an exam, but there’s a large gap between the days when quests are active, making you feel bored and unable to explore much of the game world. This game desperately needs more content—we know it’s called Edgefield, but we’re waiting for that climax.

A major plus point is that all characters have their own romance storylines. Hopefully, the scope the creators are working on is realistic for just two people. I really enjoyed Peter’s CGs and look forward to more content.

Sweet story. I do enjoy the little interactive elements you encounter and the mini games are simple and fun. Quite a bit of slow burn romance, not much filthy time. Looking forward to where this will go.

I have been waiting for version 2.0 for a while, about 5 months to be exact. And with all that time, they only have half an hour of content? Most of it too is just talking, the only “Sex” that happens is two scenes that the MC isn’t even a part of, and only 3 lewd pictures though sexting and only one nude, this is being written at a snails pace.
The other thing is the Gameplay, “Sandbox” so you are constantly looking at empty rooms for the chance of a scene, some of which isn’t even pointed out in the To-do list (The Quest tracker in this game)
And that to-do list is vague and will have to wondering empty rooms looking for an answer, for very minimal reward.
The art is passable for being AI but the weird “animation” they tried was terrible not fluid at all and took me out of the experience.
I will warn people not to get their hopes up for this game as it will most likely be abandoned when patron money dries up due to the slow updates, and lack luster content when it releases.
I have seen plenty of other games that pop up then fall due to this exact reason.
Furthermore, I was once following them on itch but realizing how they are paywalling for lackluster content, I will be distancing myself from this project.

So here I am again, playing a game with mature content, but with the attitude of a ten-year-old. I can't do anything, I know nothing, and I understand nothing. Every in-game day I have one event, after which I have to go to bed. I arrived at the university, where there is no one. I can talk to one or two people a day. To progress the story, I need to sleep through seven in-game days without any changes. I can't move to other floors, I can't knock on my neighbors' doors, I can't go to the restroom or other rooms, because everything is locked and no one is here. My phone doesn't work, the map only works from the outside. I can't go anywhere except through three doors. I can't order anything online, even though I have an online store on my phone and a ton of money. I have a question - maybe I should personally contact the developer for access to the game content? Why is there such a long pause before the in-game events?
If this is a game for adults, then why does it feel like it's part of a developmental program for the mentally retarded? Author, why this particular approach? It's a game! It should captivate with its plot and events. Do you seriously think that going through a set sequence—a bed, an elevator, and one door in one game day—fills me or anyone else with joyful anticipation of exciting events? Is that the point of a game? Have you never been to a movie or a theater? A game is a work of art, a visual, interactive creation. And what do I need to interact with for an entire game week to see, understand, and feel it? Or do you simply not care? You're simply enticing people with pretty pictures to immerse them in the endless monotony of primitive actions. And what do you expect in the end? "Well done!" Great job! If you're a teenager, I apologize for the criticism, but you are not allowed to visit this site due to age. But if you're an adult, then why would you want a children's game for the mentally retarded? Is this some kind of experiment studying human behavior in extremely primitive mental states? When will it end?

Finally a game where I can choose my path the way I actually want! If I want to play the male main character and flirt with Trent or Peter and the other hot guys (which I do!) I can! So very few games do this. The art style is cute with lots of animations. Only thing is sometimes it's a bit difficult to know where and when to go as the hints on the phone to do list is a bit vague. Also it would be nice to know who is where on the map so I know where to go to interact with the people I want instead of going to every single place searching for someone at each time of day. If this is for immersion, maybe have a toggle option in the settings to allow to see people icons on the map? Other than those very minor gripes, I love it!

don't let the AI CG tag fool you, this is a very well made game so far, the animations are decent with the art being accurate to the characters through out. some good systems and bones in place, and if anything, the AI art probably would speed up the process of updates (i hope), so I'm looking forward to future updates!

Looks amazing so far! I was first attracted based on the graphics but the story and game play are awesome. I love the idea of multiple pathways through the story, makes for interesting replay. Can't wait to see where this goes.

Rated @v0.1.1
Edgefield appears to have the makings of a good game in the vn/sandbox genre- with choices for befriending and/or romancing a likable cast of characters, an exciting looking world, and a decent art style.
The game has virtually no content
Would not recommend in current form

Review of v.0.1.1

I honestly wasn't expecting much since this is the beginning of the game, but it was good. The characters look good, the story has drawn me in, and there is already a mystery to figure out...."what does his friend Val look like? "
As for the characters as a whole, I like the variety that the developer presents in the story. There seems to be varying personalities and looks.
I can't think of any complaints for my first playthrough. I'm eagerly looking forward for another update! Keep up the good work!

honestly a great start in to the game its not much yet but the first version is very cool. has a lot of potential and i am exited to see more of the game. love the art style and i think this will be a absolutely insane game if the devs keep going

From what you can play so far it looks incredible! I love the art style, the uni setting, the collectables, te characters and all the details like the characters looking at each other in the start screen. Also really looking forward to the room customization. It's a very ambitious project and I sincerely hope you guys succeed.

I believe it's very ambitious, mostly because of the multiple protagonists, meaning they'd have to do double the effort to give scenes with multiple characters and the two perspectives, but I really like the idea and hope the development continues.

I really liked the character's introductions, I felt like they were very well written.

this is easily the most exciting new game there is i cant wait to see what comes next the demo drop was perfect i just wish it was longer the animated sex scenes are fantastic tons of attractive characters, the atmosphere and look/feel of the game in general just makes you happy, whether youre exploring the college or in a cutscene. and the dialogue actually keeps you interested right from the jump it ticks off all boxes in what id say makes a game something you want to play. really impressed 5/5

[v0.1.1] - Huge potential! Interesting main characters, you can play F or M and it seems you can choose who you fuck.

Interesting side chracters as well, diff shapes of bodies and so far excellent animations. Will keep an eye for sure. Can't wait for more.

Very nice and promising game we have here.

The characters are interesting, and their relations can be very solid and fun in the future, if the new content keeps the vibe so far.

Despite the AI art, the game looks very well, it's a very good example of a nice use of IA art in this kind of game.

The story is nice and simple, and so far seems to go to a interesting place. I really hope to see new contents soon.

(played v 0.1.1)

Strong start, very detailed, a little short, even for a first release, just the first day, the plot and the choices you get seem to be very diverse.

I do like how you can flirt with anyone, making this game have unlimited potential in terms of the target audience, if it ends up getting too broad this could become a negative in terms of time between updates.