Anyone have the actual post from the dev on patreon two days ago as I stopped paid backing a month ago so can't read it?
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I am announcing the release of my game with a new client, developed with meticulous and polished programming. Key updates include:
- Walkthrough System for Higher Tiers: The game now features an integrated walkthrough system, available exclusively for higher-tier players.
- New Features for All Players: The game now includes a stat window displaying all love interests, which unlock as you meet or interact with them for the first time. Players can also unlock achievements. Variables have been reduced for simplicity. Detailed explanations are available in the HELP section of the game.
- Extensive Rewrite and Improvement: The game has undergone a near-total rewrite, with significant re-rendering and enhancements. Episode 2 consists of 90% new scenes.
- Future Episodes: Subsequent episodes are already rendered and will be released over the coming weeks, requiring only programming and minor script modifications.
- Current Download Availability: Currently, the game download includes only Episodes 1 and 2. Therefore, it will be available to all tiers on the same release date. Once Episode 6 is released, the regular tiered release schedule will resume.
Changelog for Hard to Love R-0.1
Initial Release of Remake
- Transition to a new client with enhanced performance and stability.
- Introduction of an integrated walkthrough system (available for higher-tier players).
- Addition of a dynamic stat window for all love interests, unlocking as you interact with them.
- Implementation of an achievements system.
- Reduction of variables for a more straightforward gameplay experience.
- Near-total rewrite of the game with significant re-rendering and improvements.
- Episodes 1 and 2 available in this release.
The second post about his personel situation:
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This message is about me, the developer, and not about the game. If you want to know about the game, please refer to the other posts.
I want to sincerely apologize for my silence over these past months. My absence was not due to a lack of work but rather a significant slowdown caused by various personal factors.
One of the main reasons for this slowdown has been a severe relapse into chronic major depression. This was due to both my own chemical makeup and interpersonal and family issues. This depression made me withdraw from everyone and everything. I worked almost daily, but very slowly, as I spent most of the time deeply depressed.
Until recently, things were getting worse and worse, but I decided to seek help. I have now returned to treatment and am feeling more stable.
I apologize to those who have written to me on Discord and Patreon. I am sorry if you felt abandoned. However, I am not yet ready to respond directly. I do not want to risk a relapse, as I am aware that I have disappointed you. I hope to be able to respond soon. Please know that I am trying to be well.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.