I have a game idea just wanted to share

[Jaekynk]

I have an idea for a game. I am learning some python programming.

I'm thinkig of a Ren'Py Visual Novel based on my love life. It would be a while before I can even start it because of school and work keeping me busy but I can see it starting soon(ish). I know it's not the most original idea but I would still like to see it realized.

Based on my real life, you'd play as me (yay). You'd be able to choose your own name and would pursue 4 women (that I have dated in the past).
1. The Heart: The most vanilla option with the happiest ending. Kind of the only true romance in the game.
2. The Fire: Filled with passion and intense connection but also jealousy. Here you can explore themes of vouyerism.
3. The Enchantress: Physical attraction rules here and it has some potential but that's all you see in the relationship. Here you can explore themes of rough sex and the like.
4. The Dreamer: Starts out the game as a virgin who you can corrupt or just date normally. Can explore themes of open relationship, sharing etc.

I'm thinking you can only date 2 of them at once and have to make a choice if you want to have a romance at the end or just keep both of them but not as anything serious.

That's the main idea. I still need to write and develop it, just wanted to share and have this as an early draft. The art is another discussion entirely, I'd like it to look like "Our Red String" which I am a big fan of.

Let me know what you think, if anyone sees this that is.

 

[MarshmallowCasserole]

Honestly? From the standpoint of a potential game, the discussion is pointless because the game doesn't exist yet. Can you make something good out of this? With some talent and a lot of dedication, sure. But so far you have nothing, so no discussion.

As an IDEA... there's not much to discuss because it's generic AS FUCK. Which is good for a first game, keeping the scope relatively in check.

One thing I'll say, don't write a self-insert. Most likely it will be cringy as hell, but you'll have more trouble seeing the problems with your writing.

 

[Jaekynk]

Honestly? From the standpoint of a potential game, the discussion is pointless because the game doesn't exist yet. Can you make something good out of this? With some talent and a lot of dedication, sure. But so far you have nothing, so no discussion.

As an IDEA... there's not much to discuss because it's generic AS FUCK. Which is good for a first game, keeping the scope relatively in check.

One thing I'll say, don't write a self-insert. Most likely it will be cringy as hell, but you'll have more trouble seeing the problems with your writing.

Well genetic doesn't always mean bad right?

I could see potential in the concept of each girl offering different kinks for different players.

And it wouldn't really be a self insert don't worry. Just based around the women I've met. And even then, I wouldn't really base their entire personalities on the real-life counterparts.

 

[woody554]

you absolutely must call it "The life of Gary Stu"

 

[Erosoft]

Yes, generally, I think you can have a much more inspired game if you are pulling from a place of personal relevance. I have some crazy sexual stories from working in nightlife and intend to tie those into the game I'm developing. Unlike some other devs, I have experience witnessing the process of prostitution, and can implement the mechanics exactly how they function in real life.

In your case, you'll know first-hand how each of your four "archetypes" speak and behave, and how they doing love-y things, which will give an authentic touch to your game.