VN Ren'Py Hardenville [v0.2.3] [JoyFI Games]

[scarp1]

Decent start to a game, all the girls look great. A few things could be improved on but I don't think it spoils any potential LI's in having the two girls giving BJs in the toilet and its up to the player if they go after these girls again.
Good to have a choice of girl type, not everyone wants the next door type.
If people want a play through going after the girls that put out then its an good option to have, maybe add an option on having cock sucked so you can have different scenarios for the girls though.

 

[Alleykatt]

I didn't really care about the bartender comment - she is just a bit of a slut which is par for the course. But I did dislike that there was no choice for the protagonist. You are forced to have your cock sucked in a gloryhole, which is pretty gross really. And then later you are forced to swim naked with the cake girl. Is this meant to be a kinetic novel or a game?

 

[EnterpriseNL]

Oh god, freeroam exploration coming, this is so going to ruin it, please don't

 

[JoyFI Games]

Oh god, freeroam exploration coming, this is so going to ruin it, please don't

The freeroam style will be similar to Summer Heat but with some twists. This means it won't be a significant feature of Hardenville because it will only be used when it fits and benefits the story. It will primarily enhance the "home-alone party" in Episode 1, but it won't involve a lot of point-and-click interaction. There also won't be a city map of Hardenville where you can visit the park in the middle of the night, only to find nothing there, or a button to skip through days. I've played many VNs before and share very similar thoughts with you guys.

 

[depeche mode]

dont add minigames and free roams

 

[JoyFI Games]

For those who think MC looks like a loser, it was designed for him to develop both in terms of personality and appearance, becoming more attractive to women and gaining confidence. I believe it would be dull to not witness any progression with MC and simply start with him as a champ.

As seen in the very first two minutes of the Prologue, this is what MC will look like after getting his hair cut later in the story.

Beginning of Hardenville:



Later in Hardenville:

 

[Prokopije]

monogamy in a harem game...

There is no harem tag. Even if it is, harem might be optional as well, there are such games around here...

 

[X[]-[]X]

There is no harem tag. Even if it is, harem might be optional as well, there are such games around here...

ah it's planned you see

 

[Fapmaister]

imagine have to change every relationship on all the characters in this game like why nit just create a patch.
wow almost not worth playing

 

[TsubameYui]

imagine have to change every relationship on all the characters in this game like why nit just create a patch.
wow almost not worth playing

Seems like most people prefer relationship configuration over patches, as they're more customizable and don't require a separate download. Most of the relations even change automatically to match your inputs. Took about 15 seconds to customize them all. Less time than it takes to download and install a patch.

The game is also on Steam, and relationship config seems to fly under their radar better than a patch. Kinda hiding incest in plain sight lol.

 

[EnterpriseNL]

The freeroam style will be similar to Summer Heat but with some twists. This means it won't be a significant feature of Hardenville because it will only be used when it fits and benefits the story. It will primarily enhance the "home-alone party" in Episode 1, but it won't involve a lot of point-and-click interaction. There also won't be a city map of Hardenville where you can visit the park in the middle of the night, only to find nothing there, or a button to skip through days. I've played many VNs before and share very similar thoughts with you guys.

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Filip,
JoyFI Games

Thanks for the information, it's your game, and I'll see it when I see it, if it's something like Being A DIK then it's fine, because it's very simple but with enough hints, just don't make it full sandbox because that's an instant ignore from me

But for now, good luck with the game

 

[dewayne4478]

monogamy in a harem game...

thanks for indirectly answering question cause i didnt see a harem tag

 

[Games & Games]

Hey DEV, is this game any plans to have NTR in it?

 

[JoyFI Games]

Thanks for the information, it's your game, and I'll see it when I see it, if it's something like Being A DIK then it's fine, because it's very simple but with enough hints, just don't make it full sandbox because that's an instant ignore from me

But for now, good luck with the game

The plan is for Hardenville to be somewhat less freeroam than Being A DIK, but for the record, I think that Being A DIK is a fantastic game!

So, please don't worry about Hardenville becoming a sandbox or grinding game designed to extend playtime. I personally don't prefer games like that at all, but I respect those who do.

 

[Forgotted]

Will be very glad to have free roam. I'm one of the few who
like it. I understand why some don't. Just straight ahead
vn's bore me. A mix will be great.

 

[JoyFI Games]

Hey DEV, is this game any plans to have NTR in it?

Hey,

There will be no NTR in Hardenville.

 

[Trikus]

Here is a simple mod for that gives the option to skip the scene in the port-o-potty. Stick it in the "game" folder. You get the option to either watch Natalie or leave. If you stay, you also get the option to get the blowjob or skip it. If you chose Yes, the story plays as intended. If you chose No, it jumps to the MC leaving the port-o-potty. No mention of the bartender. Now, no need to cry over it.

Also, I've seen people wanting to romance the MC's mom, even though she just got married and will most likely get down and dirty on her honeymoon? Why is that not a problem but the port-o-potty scene is. Haven't they "killed a LI" since she is off enjoying her new husband and will continue to do so going forward? I'm just looking for the consistency.

 

[Forgotted]

Hey DEV, is this game any plans to have NTR in it?

Hey Dev,
Any plans to put in, say a Search function at the top right corner of the forum? That
way folks could search for things that have been asked a zillion times already...


Sry, was teasing a bit...but it has been asked to death already and the Dev said no.


Cheers

 

[Rasturac]

A very, very good renders except MC's dick, especially in gloryhole part, something's off.
Looks very promising but looking at the episodes planned release, it's gonna be a long time.

Also,
i build up my rizz and blew it at the end,
literally
oh well...

 

[depeche mode]

For those who think MC looks like a loser, it was designed for him to develop both in terms of personality and appearance, becoming more attractive to women and gaining confidence. I believe it would be dull to not witness any progression with MC and simply start with him as a champ.

As seen in the very first two minutes of the Prologue, this is what MC will look like after getting his hair cut later in the story.

Beginning of Hardenville:

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Later in Hardenville:

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Filip,
JoyFI Games

yo dev, one of the most tired tropes in avn is the loser wimpy mc. dont fall for that trap. also dont make him a fucking sex pest like the asshole mc in milfy city