VN Ren'Py House of Hearts [Ep.1 v1.2a] [SparkHG]

[Jaga Telesin]

Honestly, the skills felt very unnecessary. I like the new perk system better. It feeds nicely into the route choice aspect of the game.

I guess I just got used to it in the first game. Not enough to do with any of it in the second, as short as it is. Maybe in a year or two it'll be a different story.

 

[ianzaracod]

Congrats, hope this sequel prevails and continues <3

 

[Rehwyn]

Honestly, the skills felt very unnecessary. I like the new perk system better. It feeds nicely into the route choice aspect of the game.

I guess I just got used to it in the first game. Not enough to do with any of it in the second, as short as it is. Maybe in a year or two it'll be a different story.

One of the dev posts a while back mentioned changing some systems. It wouldn't surprise me if the "point buy" perk system is gone for good in favor of choice and relationship determined factors like we've seen hints of in Ch 1.

 

[FernANNn]

I'm new around here. I recently played the previous title and just finished this one
I really enjoyed it! But judging by the story’s direction and the graphics quality, I’m curious
how long does it usually take for the developer to release a new update? Does it take a long time, or do updates come out fairly quickly?

 

[MAGO-DAG]

I'm new around here. I recently played the previous title and just finished this one
I really enjoyed it! But judging by the story’s direction and the graphics quality, I’m curious
how long does it usually take for the developer to release a new update? Does it take a long time, or do updates come out fairly quickly?

This game was released recently, I'm just saying.

Judging by the first game, it can be assumed that it will be released updates somewhere from 3-6 months, depending on the duration of the update and the condition of the developer

 

[FernANNn]

This game was released recently, I'm just saying.

Judging by the first game, it can be assumed that it will be released updates somewhere from 3-6 months, depending on the duration of the update and the condition of the developer

Oh, okay. Thanks.

 

[Maviarab]

I'm new around here. I recently played the previous title and just finished this one
I really enjoyed it! But judging by the story’s direction and the graphics quality, I’m curious
how long does it usually take for the developer to release a new update? Does it take a long time, or do updates come out fairly quickly?

This game was released recently, I'm just saying.

Judging by the first game, it can be assumed that it will be released updates somewhere from 3-6 months, depending on the duration of the update and the condition of the developer

Previous was 4.5-6 months....I expect this will be the same. IIRC though, just over 4 months from finishing GoH to this releasing.

 

[Rehwyn]

Previous was 4.5-6 months....I expect this will be the same. IIRC though, just over 4 months from finishing GoH to this releasing.

I wouldn't count on 4 months being the norm for an update the size of Chapter 1 though. IIRC the dev mentioned they intentionally pushed themselves very hard to get it out, but it's probably not sustainable at that level long-term.

And that's fine. I'd rather a dev take a little extra time than face burnout.

 

[Maviarab]

I wouldn't count on 4 months being the norm for an update the size of Chapter 1 though. IIRC the dev mentioned they intentionally pushed themselves very hard to get it out, but it's probably not sustainable at that level long-term.

And that's fine. I'd rather a dev take a little extra time than face burnout.

Did I at any point say it would be the norm? Just answering the question with what the previous was and the gap between old and new (which was surprisingly quick).

 

[Rehwyn]

Did I at any point say it would be the norm? Just answering the question with what the previous was and the gap between old and new (which was surprisingly quick).

No, but I was clarifying for other readers with additional details why they should expect a slightly longer release cadence.

 

[shroomify]

Honestly, the skills felt very unnecessary. I like the new perk system better. It feeds nicely into the route choice aspect of the game.

I agree. Also it helps to remember that any energy harvested is shared with the house. I'm sure there will be feedback as to the score for each session once things begin properly. Right now the MC and the ladies are having a bit of acquaintance and training time to find what will work best.

 

[Zakalwe76]

this game is a total blast - I enjoied it immensely. totally loved everything about it: the story, characters, models, choices and lewed scenes.

 

[balboa2151]

Hello, I need some assistance if anyone is kind enough to help , the first game Maxine and the MC met in a bar I think, regardless how they met she fell in love with him because her marriage sucked, so we have her backstory, Meredith and her husband owed money and she was there to produce porn to pay off the debt, she fell in love with the MC and we know her backstory, now we come to Helena and Olivia, I've restarted several times trying to find some backstory why they are there producing porn, can someone please explain to me why the heck they are there? what is their backstory? maybe I missed it or it wasn't explained yet? Any help would be great, thank you

 

[Rehwyn]

Hello, I need some assistance if anyone is kind enough to help , the first game Maxine and the MC met in a bar I think, regardless how they met she fell in love with him because her marriage sucked, so we have her backstory, Meredith and her husband owed money and she was there to produce porn to pay off the debt, she fell in love with the MC and we know her backstory, now we come to Helena and Olivia, I've restarted several times trying to find some backstory why they are there producing porn, can someone please explain to me why the heck they are there? what is their backstory? maybe I missed it or it wasn't explained yet? Any help would be great, thank you

Some parts are still intentionally left vague, but in Olivia's case her parents made a contact with Asmodeus years ago (allegedly for wealth, but that seems potentially not accurate), and Olivia participating is the terms to repay their terms of the contact. Essentially, "sorry, daughter, but we made a deal with a demon when you were born and they've come to collect."

Helena's contact is related to her daughter. Pretty hard to miss more info about that one if you play the full chapter.

 

[OsirisHeir._]

Hello, I need some assistance if anyone is kind enough to help , the first game Maxine and the MC met in a bar I think, regardless how they met she fell in love with him because her marriage sucked, so we have her backstory, Meredith and her husband owed money and she was there to produce porn to pay off the debt, she fell in love with the MC and we know her backstory, now we come to Helena and Olivia, I've restarted several times trying to find some backstory why they are there producing porn, can someone please explain to me why the heck they are there? what is their backstory? maybe I missed it or it wasn't explained yet? Any help would be great, thank you

Oliva and Helena's backstory was briefly mentioned when Brie (I think your first interaction) gave you the rundown of all the House guests earlier in the chapter. And the dev mentioned on his Patreon that their backstory will be more fleshed out in ep.2

 

[Uriel ☁]

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That's a load of words; let me break it all down individually.

First, Steam has indeed approved Game of Hearts, and it is slated to release in mid-December. It's a huge win, and frankly, a massive worry off my chest.

Ideally, I want to push a House of Hearts episode out alongside the Steam release. There is no way it will be a full episode; I have nowhere near enough time for that, but I could do something quite similar to the first part of Chapter 4 for Game of Hearts two years prior.

A mini-Christmas special will be nice, but... Well, I have mentioned my lack of time enough times. Frankly, I don't want to do anything too time-consuming since it will chip into episode two's production.

Unless there's a major setback, Episode 2 - Part 1 will release next month. It covers important progress for both Helena and Olivia, alongside story progress up until a certain natural break-point in the chapter.

How much content will be inside this first part is hard to determine, however. I will give 100% to achieve as much as I can, but please temper expectations to a realistic standard. The story also begins to diverge here, so it may feel less lengthy depending on whether you wish to replay all possible paths.

Powers and upgrades will come in the second part. I have considered implementing them right away, but I can't be sure if they work unless I have tried them out in a finished chapter. I have learned through experience that ideas can sound good in a vacuum, but then flat out sucks when put into practice. I am being careful with implementing core features.

Thank you for the support! I've been so busy with work and this project recently, but I'm happy with the progress.

Back to work.

 

[Boets]

This dev’s got a really beautiful way of writing, almost too good for an AVN. There’s so much talent and effort poured into this. Hope he gets more support on Patreon soon, and a good Steam launch. He deserves it.

 

[CommanderWitcher]

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That's a load of words; let me break it all down individually.

First, Steam has indeed approved Game of Hearts, and it is slated to release in mid-December. It's a huge win, and frankly, a massive worry off my chest.

Ideally, I want to push a House of Hearts episode out alongside the Steam release. There is no way it will be a full episode; I have nowhere near enough time for that, but I could do something quite similar to the first part of Chapter 4 for Game of Hearts two years prior.

A mini-Christmas special will be nice, but... Well, I have mentioned my lack of time enough times. Frankly, I don't want to do anything too time-consuming since it will chip into episode two's production.

Unless there's a major setback, Episode 2 - Part 1 will release next month. It covers important progress for both Helena and Olivia, alongside story progress up until a certain natural break-point in the chapter.

How much content will be inside this first part is hard to determine, however. I will give 100% to achieve as much as I can, but please temper expectations to a realistic standard. The story also begins to diverge here, so it may feel less lengthy depending on whether you wish to replay all possible paths.

Powers and upgrades will come in the second part. I have considered implementing them right away, but I can't be sure if they work unless I have tried them out in a finished chapter. I have learned through experience that ideas can sound good in a vacuum, but then flat out sucks when put into practice. I am being careful with implementing core features.

Thank you for the support! I've been so busy with work and this project recently, but I'm happy with the progress.

Back to work.

These are some good looking renders, can't wait for the next episode.

 

[linlin3az]

This is my Chinese translation mod that I've been working on non-stop for the past few days.
Q: Why translate this game?
A: Cause I just fucking love this game. It's absolutely perfect! In a way, you could almost call it a player's love letter to the developer, you know?
Q: Any plans for future updates?
A: If I'm still alive and kicking, and actually manage to find some free time? Then absolutely, yeah

我想自己翻译，超喜欢。

 

[linlin3az]

Thanks for sharing such a great game. I didn't realize a second installment had come out—it has kept me waiting eagerly.