VN Ren'Py Abandoned Fantasy Dating [CC] [Alboe Interactive]

[Kitchentable]

An insecure succubus. Really liked that. Makes her cute and very likeable.
I am pretty sure there will be a scene with her in her demon form in the
future, right? RIGHT? Of course there will be.

You wanted feedback?

Just keep doing what you are doing or have done in and with that release. PERIOD!
Aswell with all the planed content mentioned in game and on the board here.

Everything done right sofar. Just keep going.

I mean it's a perfect first release. Decent amount of content.
Even a first and pretty long and elaborate and well written and told sex scene.
Crisp and clear renders. Rather normal (that's a good thing) and nice character models .
Choices lead to different scenes (yeah or might just skip some but that still IS a choice).
Storywise, no boy MC returning to a step-family.

Great first strike.

 

[Alboe Interactive]

An insecure succubus. Really liked that. Makes her cute and very likeable.
I am pretty sure there will be a scene with her in her demon form in the
future, right? RIGHT? Of course there will be.

You wanted feedback?

Just keep doing what you are doing or have done in and with that release. PERIOD!
Aswell with all the planed content mentioned in game and on the board here.

Everything done right sofar. Just keep going.

I mean it's a perfect first release. Decent amount of content.
Even a first and pretty long and elaborate and well written and told sex scene.
Crisp and clear renders. Rather normal (that's a good thing) and nice character models .
Choices lead to different scenes (yeah or might just skip some but that still IS a choice).
Storywise, no boy MC returning to a step-family.

Great first strike.

Thanks for the kind words. And yes, Ehrlynn's succubus form will come into play later. I gave an example in the dev thread about a hoofjob. May not make it into week 1, but I am planning on that scene and more.

 

[MajorDespair]

Great start, Love the dialogue. Will post a review after a couple more updates, keep up good work!

 

[EmpressVII]

Wow that was so good, I'm actually angry that it's over!

Good job for an intro into the rest to come.


Do have to say, I personally would have liked to have

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I do like the way you went about describing it, really makes the characters feel more alive!

 

[88mph]

Damn this is really high quality so far! Can't wait for more.

 

[Alboe Interactive]

Rather than continue with my Sunday updates in the Dev Thread, I'll start posting them here until I get a Patreon page.

Speaking of Patreon. All content for any VN I release will be not be parceled out. No patreon codes, no exclusive content, no special editions. None of that bullshit. There will only be 1 edition which will contain everything. The only exception may be beta releases that require testing (aka "Not for the general public because it may fuck your game save"). The primary benefit contributors will have is the ability to vote in polls that may determine certain changes like fetishes, aesthetics, names, etc. Higher tiers (which I won't make available initially) may have perks like deciding what goes into a poll. However, all votes are equal regardless of tier. And don't worry, I don't care how much patrons beg, I will not be swayed into adding something like NTR into a VN, like Fantasy Dating, where it doesn't belong (because I already have plans for a future VN that is way darker than FD ).

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I'm ecstatic at how well the first release was received. Rest assured, at this moment day 2 is now complete and I will try to leave off at a better spot in the future.

One of the first changes I've made is adding an additional chance to unlock uncensored mode. I did this because of the instructions disappearing from the OP. I'll update the instructions with the next release at the end of the month. Basically, before the scene where Ehrlynn is holding MC's phone, another prompt comes up if you do not have uncensored mode on. So rather than have to replay from the start again, just rewind or reload before that point.

My current plan is for another release on Sunday November 29th. That release will have most of day 3 and introduce one new character. Unless I something goes awry, the stopping point should be before the first date. I must add a caveat that future sex scenes will likely be in the range of 50 to 100 images (~25 for something simple like a bj). That gigantic 200+ image scene with Ehrlynn, while awesome, took too much time and put me way behind schedule (worth it though). Plus, since the first date has an alternate genitalia option, I will have my work cut out for me with additional images for that option.

As for the content I'm working on right now. Player preference for freeuse with Ehrlynn is first up. I had to do a major rethink of this scene from my outline. Without spoiling the night of day 2, let's just say the topic of consent is clearly important to MC as you all saw from the intermission after the first oral scene. And her trying to freely use Ehrlynn doesn't fit this early into their relationship. I've set it aside for later, so the player only determines what level of availability MC is towards Ehrlynn for now.

Unfortunately, shortening this scene means the next release will be skewed heavily towards story instead of lewd content. Which isn't ideal, but allowing enough time for me to work on the first date is the better choice. While I very much want to release more updates at a faster rate, I will not release anything until it is ready. Hopefully, if the patreon page really takes off, I can drop my part time job and focus solely on creating content.

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Wall of text over. Goodnight and don't forget to open the spoiler tag and say goodnight to Ehrlynn too.

 

[bludmarine]

I just want to clarify one point, the next update that is releasing at the end of November will have day 2 and 3 or will there be a release before then with day 2?

 

[Alboe Interactive]

Wow that was so good, I'm actually angry that it's over!

Good job for an intro into the rest to come.


Do have to say, I personally would have liked to have

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I do like the way you went about describing it, really makes the characters feel more alive!

More in-depth urination content is planned. This first bathroom scene is a just a teaser of what's to come. Ehrlynn will gain confidence as the story progresses and will be more willing to go further into fetish content. Some upcoming characters will have this kink as well.

I just want to clarify one point, the next update that is releasing at the end of November will have day 2 and 3 or will there be a release before then with day 2?

The majority of day 2 was in the first release. What didn't make it was a handful of images and some dialogue for a short scene before they fall asleep. Nothing too spectacular, the only reason it wasn't included is because I ran out of time before the deadline I set for myself.

The upcoming November release will conclude day 2 and contain most of the story content for day 3. I'll try to do a better job in the future so releases end at falling asleep or something with a smoother transition.

 

[bludmarine]

The majority of day 2 was in the first release. What didn't make it was a handful of images and some dialogue for a short scene before they fall asleep. Nothing too spectacular, the only reason it wasn't included is because I ran out of time before the deadline I set for myself.

The upcoming November release will conclude day 2 and contain most of the story content for day 3. I'll try to do a better job in the future so releases end at falling asleep or something with a smoother transition.

Thanks for the quick reply. It didn't register with my brain, that we actually met Ehrlynn on day 2, for some reason I thought it was still the first day. Either way, if you start a patreon you'll have at least one subscriber.

 

[RhapsodicHotShot]

Rather than continue with my Sunday updates in the Dev Thread, I'll start posting them here until I get a Patreon page.

Speaking of Patreon. All content for any VN I release will be not be parceled out. No patreon codes, no exclusive content, no special editions. None of that bullshit. There will only be 1 edition which will contain everything. The only exception may be beta releases that require testing (aka "Not for the general public because it may fuck your game save"). The primary benefit contributors will have is the ability to vote in polls that may determine certain changes like fetishes, aesthetics, names, etc. Higher tiers (which I won't make available initially) may have perks like deciding what goes into a poll. However, all votes are equal regardless of tier. And don't worry, I don't care how much patrons beg, I will not be swayed into adding something like NTR into a VN, like Fantasy Dating, where it doesn't belong (because I already have plans for a future VN that is way darker than FD ).

-

I'm ecstatic at how well the first release was received. Rest assured, at this moment day 2 is now complete and I will try to leave off at a better spot in the future.

One of the first changes I've made is adding an additional chance to unlock uncensored mode. I did this because of the instructions disappearing from the OP. I'll update the instructions with the next release at the end of the month. Basically, before the scene where Ehrlynn is holding MC's phone, another prompt comes up if you do not have uncensored mode on. So rather than have to replay from the start again, just rewind or reload before that point.

My current plan is for another release on Sunday November 29th. That release will have most of day 3 and introduce one new character. Unless I something goes awry, the stopping point should be before the first date. I must add a caveat that future sex scenes will likely be in the range of 50 to 100 images (~25 for something simple like a bj). That gigantic 200+ image scene with Ehrlynn, while awesome, took too much time and put me way behind schedule (worth it though). Plus, since the first date has an alternate genitalia option, I will have my work cut out for me with additional images for that option.

As for the content I'm working on right now. Player preference for freeuse with Ehrlynn is first up. I had to do a major rethink of this scene from my outline. Without spoiling the night of day 2, let's just say the topic of consent is clearly important to MC as you all saw from the intermission after the first oral scene. And her trying to freely use Ehrlynn doesn't fit this early into their relationship. I've set it aside for later, so the player only determines what level of availability MC is towards Ehrlynn for now.

Unfortunately, shortening this scene means the next release will be skewed heavily towards story instead of lewd content. Which isn't ideal, but allowing enough time for me to work on the first date is the better choice. While I very much want to release more updates at a faster rate, I will not release anything until it is ready. Hopefully, if the patreon page really takes off, I can drop my part time job and focus solely on creating content.

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Wall of text over. Goodnight and don't forget to open the spoiler tag and say goodnight to Ehrlynn too.

Thanks for the update, I did not know that you had a devblog.

Unfortunately, shortening this scene means the next release will be skewed heavily towards story instead of lewd content. Which isn't ideal, but allowing enough time for me to work on the first date is the better choice. While I very much want to release more updates at a faster rate, I will not release anything until it is ready. Hopefully, if the patreon page really takes off, I can drop my part time job and focus solely on creating content.

Personally Im not really bothered by it, each day doesnt have to be full with lewd content or a sex scene (unless thats how you want it to go). For example, if you want to have a sex scene each day, but dont have the time to work, you can just add a morning bj from Erhlynn and go forward with the story.

From the small demo I played, and what you wrote, I think this game will probably turn into my favourite futa game (I only play games with futa MCs that are also slightly on the dom side)

Keep up the good work.

 

[F1_V10]

I'll try to do a better job in the future so releases end at falling asleep or something with a smoother transition.

You're already doing a great job dev, if I'm being honest. The game is pretty good for an intro and the amount of choice in the character traits and fetishes makes it finger lickin' good especially since the plot is coherent and not a placeholder.
Keep up the great work and I'm sure support will follow. Wish you the best!

 

[JimmyTheDestroyer]

great game so far, keep it up

 

[Furyous D]

I once recommended a game and gave a warning about its hard content, but the person was still squicked out and a little upset.

You peaked my interest can u remember what the game u recommended was called?.

Unfortunately, a male protag would push away more players once I introduce male love interests. A fake guy fucking another fake guy is "bad", but a woman with a cock doing the same thing is more widely accepted.

i disagree, having the option rather than specifically making the protagonist be male/female (futa) is a much better option imo, giving less options can turn off ppl more often than not.
i would suggest adding the option of starting the game as either male or female but have both options still lead to the MC becoming a Futa so as to not deviate much from what u have already set, and if u are allowing players to choose who they date i don't see why having a male MC would turn off ppl because they wouldn't have to chose the male futa on male content.
ultimately though if u are uncomfortable with putting the male/male content in then don't because this is your game after all.

 

[Alboe Interactive]

You peaked my interest can u remember what the game u recommended was called?.


i disagree, having the option rather than specifically making the protagonist be male/female (futa) is a much better option imo, giving less options can turn off ppl more often than not.
i would suggest adding the option of starting the game as either male or female but have both options still lead to the MC becoming a Futa so as to not deviate much from what u have already set, and if u are allowing players to choose who they date i don't see why having a male MC would turn off ppl because they wouldn't have to chose the male futa on male content.
ultimately though if u are uncomfortable with putting the male/male content in then don't because this is your game after all.

It was Futadom World - Binding Sim, which is heavy on the non-con and has some graphic violence.

As to your other point, I was referring to male protag instead of a female. I decided against this early on as the primary focus of the story became someone who doesn't have a dick gaining one. A lot of the scenes and humor would fall flat if it was a male who gained a vagina instead.

However, that doesn't mean there can't be male/male content. I've mentioned before of MC dating an existing couple/throuple. That would be far into the future of FD's development, but I wouldn't be against scenes of MMF or MMMF showing a male penetrating another male.

 

[RhapsodicHotShot]

You peaked my interest can u remember what the game u recommended was called?.


i disagree, having the option rather than specifically making the protagonist be male/female (futa) is a much better option imo, giving less options can turn off ppl more often than not.
i would suggest adding the option of starting the game as either male or female but have both options still lead to the MC becoming a Futa so as to not deviate much from what u have already set, and if u are allowing players to choose who they date i don't see why having a male MC would turn off ppl because they wouldn't have to chose the male futa on male content.
ultimately though if u are uncomfortable with putting the male/male content in then don't because this is your game after all.

A male MC, imo, would just divert resourves and time to something not really needed. There are a ton of very good male protag games, but good futa mc games are rare.

 

[recurve33]

I really like the idea of the MC being female with a magic peipei, If I had the opportunity to rent one for the weekend, I totally would... 8D

 

[Alboe Interactive]

Update time.

Day 3 is progressing well. 45+ images done since my last post, with a handful more ready to render. The morning lewd scene is 30+ of them. I even added the first non-human anatomy option. So far, the only references I have made to Ehrlynn's biology has been in descriptive text. Now players can get a taste of what these types of options will entail from a visual standpoint.

I'm currently working on a scene which introduces a new character. I won't spoil which one, but let's just say there is a very good reason why I added another chance to activate the uncensored mode.

It has been a challenging to get those images to look the way I want. It took a full day's work to setup the clothing, lighting, effects, and environment. Environment setup was critical, as a portion of the scene takes place in the bathroom. All those mirrored surfaces cause render times to jump. I had to be extremely precise with the camera to ensure I'm not rendering any more glass than necessary. In addition, the lights have to be positioned to limit shining through or off of glass. In spite of my efforts, I have a feeling that a few of the renders may take a couple hours or more.

Normally, a couple hours is not a huge deal, but due to my living circumstances I can't run renders overnight. I have to save the files for daz and then batch render them when I'm working my other job. With patreon support, I hope that can change. And yes, I'm still working on the page. I spent a few hours on it the other day, but it was more complicated than I realized. I will have the page up by the end of the month, but how basic it will be remains to be seen.

Enough of my rambling. Have a good week.

 

[FallingStar]

I don't usually comment on these. The Internet is a sea of pornography, and if you don't like where you're floating, just hoist anchor, set sail, and drift on to more fertile waters. That's how it's supposed to go... but, sometimes, something comes along that gives one pause.

Starting in on this, my expectations were not great; main character contrived into a fantastical world, unexplained conveniences, and a deuteragonist that, visually, was not, at first blush, appealing. But it was only proper to give it a fair shot, so I pressed on, and... well, wow!

First of all, Ehrlynn's design. Being a succubus it would make sense that she had an almost uncanny-valley sort of inhuman structure; the chin, the cheekbones, the eyes... and the old-fashioned up-do is not something one sees everyday, so that too just made the whole character seem a bit ... off. But, here's the thing about characters: they are a lot more than what they look like. Or, they should be; all too often they aren't, and a clever audience is immediately going to expect a clichéd trope. So when the MC called Ehrlynn a 'demon' and she pointed out that the term is old fashioned and a bit bigoted, BAM! Expectation subversion. And it just got better when the MC showed concern over their actions in bed, and Ehrlynn showed patient effort in trying to comfort them. That's a character with heart, and that matters. Oh boy does that matter. Anyone can smoosh a buzzy to their tingly bits and pop out a 'gasm, but having an emotional investment just makes it a thousand times better.

And then I started to notice other tiny details. Like, not ever seeing the MC's eyes, and giving her a short haircut. This pushed the MC toward androgyny, which helps to imprint the player upon her. This is the same trick knowingly used in the Legend of Zelda games; by not giving Link a voice, they're letting the player give Link their own voice. I also appreciated that the introduction to the world was also a soft introduction into the mechanics; a way to declare preferences for what would become a much more expansive game, and that it was done diegetically.

That's not to mention the most excellent renders with subtle emotions in the facial expressions (which I'm very glad to see did not drift into excessive exaggeration)

If I were to suggest a way forward, I would say, Uncle Aaron from 'Into the Spider-Verse' said it best: "You're on your way. Just keep going."

If you have any fetishes that you'd like to put into the game, don't hesitate. You can always put in a warning before the scene, as you've already done, and that should cover it. Though, if you can figure out how to do it in such a medium, I'd suggest looking into the psychic link between Ehrlynn and the MC a bit more; that sort of connection could really, really elevate sex to a new level... especially if they can see what the other see and feel what the other feels.

Sorry if that was a bit rambly, but, yeah. Loved it. Can't wait for the update!

 

[bludmarine]

Though, if you can figure out how to do it in such a medium, I'd suggest looking into the psychic link between Ehrlynn and the MC a bit more; that sort of connection could really, really elevate sex to a new level... especially if they can see what the other see and feel what the other feels.

This part right here is something that I absolutely want to see in this game. I think I saw it descirbed in a story about having sex with a telepath and it would absolutely perfect for these two characters. Maybe something of a bonus for those that choose to pursue Ehrlynn romantically and not just FWBs.

 

[Alboe Interactive]

I don't usually comment on these. The Internet is a sea of pornography, and if you don't like where you're floating, just hoist anchor, set sail, and drift on to more fertile waters. That's how it's supposed to go... but, sometimes, something comes along that gives one pause.

Starting in on this, my expectations were not great; main character contrived into a fantastical world, unexplained conveniences, and a deuteragonist that, visually, was not, at first blush, appealing. But it was only proper to give it a fair shot, so I pressed on, and... well, wow!

First of all, Ehrlynn's design. Being a succubus it would make sense that she had an almost uncanny-valley sort of inhuman structure; the chin, the cheekbones, the eyes... and the old-fashioned up-do is not something one sees everyday, so that too just made the whole character seem a bit ... off. But, here's the thing about characters: they are a lot more than what they look like. Or, they should be; all too often they aren't, and a clever audience is immediately going to expect a clichéd trope. So when the MC called Ehrlynn a 'demon' and she pointed out that the term is old fashioned and a bit bigoted, BAM! Expectation subversion. And it just got better when the MC showed concern over their actions in bed, and Ehrlynn showed patient effort in trying to comfort them. That's a character with heart, and that matters. Oh boy does that matter. Anyone can smoosh a buzzy to their tingly bits and pop out a 'gasm, but having an emotional investment just makes it a thousand times better.

And then I started to notice other tiny details. Like, not ever seeing the MC's eyes, and giving her a short haircut. This pushed the MC toward androgyny, which helps to imprint the player upon her. This is the same trick knowingly used in the Legend of Zelda games; by not giving Link a voice, they're letting the player give Link their own voice. I also appreciated that the introduction to the world was also a soft introduction into the mechanics; a way to declare preferences for what would become a much more expansive game, and that it was done diegetically.

That's not to mention the most excellent renders with subtle emotions in the facial expressions (which I'm very glad to see did not drift into excessive exaggeration)

If I were to suggest a way forward, I would say, Uncle Aaron from 'Into the Spider-Verse' said it best: "You're on your way. Just keep going."

If you have any fetishes that you'd like to put into the game, don't hesitate. You can always put in a warning before the scene, as you've already done, and that should cover it. Though, if you can figure out how to do it in such a medium, I'd suggest looking into the psychic link between Ehrlynn and the MC a bit more; that sort of connection could really, really elevate sex to a new level... especially if they can see what the other see and feel what the other feels.

Sorry if that was a bit rambly, but, yeah. Loved it. Can't wait for the update!

I see someone is paying attention to the details . Subverting expectations and role-reversal is a favorite of mine. With future characters I hope even if players aren't 100% onboard with a character's physical appearance, that their personality and backstory will carry them through.

You sound like someone who will enjoy the next release. It delves into some background on why MC is so hung up consent. I deliberately designed FD's MC to be a kind of an "anti MC" to all the sleep raping, ludicrously confident, cheating bastard MC's so often featured on this site.

Thanks for the write-up. I would appreciate it if you submitted your post in the review section.

This part right here is something that I absolutely want to see in this game. I think I saw it descirbed in a story about having sex with a telepath and it would absolutely perfect for these two characters. Maybe something of a bonus for those that choose to pursue Ehrlynn romantically and not just FWBs.

Oh more is coming. I am easing into it by being judicious in how much telepathic content there is at first because the VN is called "Fantasy Dating" not "Ehrlynn interrupts every damn minute". The first sex scene was a primer wherein I left a giant trail of bread crumbs for where it's heading. Depending on player preference, this could allow for options like voyeurism, one suggesting sexual based decisions for the other, or maybe even a Inception like dreamscape scene where the rules of reality don't matter.