Ren'Py I Need to Be in Love [v1.3 EA] [TEAMODEV]

[SUMMER_SOLDIER]

Announcement

After receiving feedback regarding the map image used in the game,
I noticed that the same map is also used in another game.

For the peace of mind of both players and myself as the developer,
I have decided to replace the map image in an upcoming version.

Because of this change, the update planned for this Sunday may be delayed,
so I can ensure better quality and a more polished experience.

This change will help make the game feel more unique in the long run.
Thank you very much for your understanding and continued support.

 

[RNGeusEX]

Fast, efficient, thank you.

 

[SUMMER_SOLDIER]

Not to be that guy, cause I love your game, but the way you said "my asset" about a free asset might be a bit.... "fucked" (inb4 mods come crack down on conversations outside the game) I'm assuming its just a misunderstanding, and Dev is changing it already tho.

I commissioned a cityscape from an artist, gave them instructions so that it would turn out the way I wanted, and paid them for the rights to use the image in a commercial project, so yes, I can say that these are my assets.

This is not free asset, it's paid custom asset by me

Please stay calm for a moment. This situation came from a misunderstanding.
Part of this was on me for not checking carefully enough beforehand.

I have now replaced that image.

And I understand the feelings of people who pay for assets — if I paid for something but others who didn’t could use it the same way, I wouldn’t be okay with that either.

Thank you everyone for pointing this out.

 

[SUMMER_SOLDIER]

I’m currently working hard to get the next update out as soon as possible.
To avoid cluttering this thread with detailed updates, I’ll be posting more in-depth progress mainly on my Patreon (there is a free subscription tier).
I also have posts there where players can vote and give feedback on development, so feel free to check it out.
Here’s the current state of the game.

Feedback is always welcome!

 

[Cansuuur]

I commissioned a cityscape from an artist, gave them instructions so that it would turn out the way I wanted, and paid them for the rights to use the image in a commercial project, so yes, I can say that these are my assets.

This is not free asset, it's paid custom asset by me

Then i retract my statement. Like i said probably was a misunderstanding to begin with.

 

[SUMMER_SOLDIER]

1.1 Updated

 

[Jetavie]

There are no scenes for the female protagonist, all I do is gym and train Charlotte

 

[SUMMER_SOLDIER]

There are no scenes for the female protagonist, all I do is gym and train Charlotte

You can save your game anywhere for now — just don’t forget to save.
Please keep a save file so you can continue smoothly in the next update.

This Sunday, a new Office location will be added.
Unlocking the office will also unlock Dante’s new scenes
and three new male characters, each with their own scenes.

Don’t worry — the game is actively in development.
I’m aiming for regular Sunday updates whenever possible.

Thank you for your patience and support.

 

[Bob69]

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1.3 Updated

 

[xXGojiraXc]

So you can be male and date a transgender woman?

 

[SUMMER_SOLDIER]

So you can be male and date a transgender woman?

Yes!
Dating isn’t locked by your character’s orientation.
What matters is the NPC’s gender and who they’re attracted to, not the player’s label.


To give a clearer example:
If you talk to an NPC like Dante, you’ll notice a green heart icon at first. That means there’s no direct ‘ask for a date’ option yet.

Dante is bisexual, and as your relationship with him grows, different events can unlock — potentially leading to a love scene instead. Ultimately, it depends on the player’s choices.”

“As for transgender characters:
– Trans Male NPCs have a male appearance but female anatomy, and they are only attracted to women.
– Trans Female NPCs (transgender women) have a female appearance but male anatomy, and they are only attracted to men.”

“So if you play as a straight male character, you are not limited to Lovescene only women.
There are Gay, Bisexual, and Trans Female NPCs who can be attracted to male players.
Romance is shaped by NPC identity, preferences, and your decisions — not by forcing the player into a single path.”


Additionally, I’ve added a small gameplay gimmick related to transgender characters.

If the player chooses a transgender option at the start of the game, this choice is treated as a genuine identity from the beginning. When purchasing outfits, the character’s clothing, illustrations, and poses may look similar across options, but their anatomy is displayed according to the gender they selected.”

As for how players can tell what gender or preference an NPC has—especially in cases where it may seem ambiguous—this is intentional.

I plan to include a dedicated dialogue option that allows players to ask NPCs about their attraction preferences. This interaction can open unique romance possibilities and, in some cases, allow NPCs to ‘break the rules’ and express interest in the player.”

This idea is inspired by real-life conversations. When I’ve asked friends who are gay about their preferences, they often don’t just answer—they ask back, ‘Why do you want to know?’ or ‘Are you trying to flirt with me?’
I want to recreate that natural, human moment in the game.



This system is planned for Patch 2.0.
For now, my main focus is on fully implementing locations, key characters tied to each area, and core gameplay systems before expanding deeper relationship mechanics.



If you have any feedback, concerns, or questions, please feel free to share them. I’m always happy to listen.

That’s exactly why I chose to release Early Access before moving toward Patch 2.0—to gather feedback and refine the system to be as reasonable and well-designed as possible.

 

[xXGojiraXc]

Yes!
Dating isn’t locked by your character’s orientation.
What matters is the NPC’s gender and who they’re attracted to, not the player’s label.


To give a clearer example:
If you talk to an NPC like Dante, you’ll notice a green heart icon at first. That means there’s no direct ‘ask for a date’ option yet.

Dante is bisexual, and as your relationship with him grows, different events can unlock — potentially leading to a love scene instead. Ultimately, it depends on the player’s choices.”

“As for transgender characters:
– Trans Male NPCs have a male appearance but female anatomy, and they are only attracted to women.
– Trans Female NPCs (transgender women) have a female appearance but male anatomy, and they are only attracted to men.”

“So if you play as a straight male character, you are not limited to Lovescene only women.
There are Gay, Bisexual, and Trans Female NPCs who can be attracted to male players.
Romance is shaped by NPC identity, preferences, and your decisions — not by forcing the player into a single path.”


Additionally, I’ve added a small gameplay gimmick related to transgender characters.
View attachment 5643062
If the player chooses a transgender option at the start of the game, this choice is treated as a genuine identity from the beginning. When purchasing outfits, the character’s clothing, illustrations, and poses may look similar across options, but their anatomy is displayed according to the gender they selected.”

As for how players can tell what gender or preference an NPC has—especially in cases where it may seem ambiguous—this is intentional.

I plan to include a dedicated dialogue option that allows players to ask NPCs about their attraction preferences. This interaction can open unique romance possibilities and, in some cases, allow NPCs to ‘break the rules’ and express interest in the player.”

This idea is inspired by real-life conversations. When I’ve asked friends who are gay about their preferences, they often don’t just answer—they ask back, ‘Why do you want to know?’ or ‘Are you trying to flirt with me?’
I want to recreate that natural, human moment in the game.



This system is planned for Patch 2.0.
For now, my main focus is on fully implementing locations, key characters tied to each area, and core gameplay systems before expanding deeper relationship mechanics.



If you have any feedback, concerns, or questions, please feel free to share them. I’m always happy to listen.

That’s exactly why I chose to release Early Access before moving toward Patch 2.0—to gather feedback and refine the system to be as reasonable and well-designed as possible.

I really love your idea, there are hardly any adult games where you can be a male mc and actually romance and transgender woman, (same for all other options you're including) it's always only side charecters and done in a disrespectful way where they make fun of them or the mc has to be a "futa".
I'm intrigued and will be paying attention to your updates. As long as you keep it up I'm willing to help support you.
Good luck dev ❤

 

[galardian]

interesting

 

[kaneeden]

The sound volume slider controls the music volume on my device, and the music slider controls background sounds

 

[odharerse]

Yes!
Dating isn’t locked by your character’s orientation.
What matters is the NPC’s gender and who they’re attracted to, not the player’s label.


To give a clearer example:
If you talk to an NPC like Dante, you’ll notice a green heart icon at first. That means there’s no direct ‘ask for a date’ option yet.

Dante is bisexual, and as your relationship with him grows, different events can unlock — potentially leading to a love scene instead. Ultimately, it depends on the player’s choices.”

“As for transgender characters:
– Trans Male NPCs have a male appearance but female anatomy, and they are only attracted to women.
– Trans Female NPCs (transgender women) have a female appearance but male anatomy, and they are only attracted to men.”

“So if you play as a straight male character, you are not limited to Lovescene only women.
There are Gay, Bisexual, and Trans Female NPCs who can be attracted to male players.
Romance is shaped by NPC identity, preferences, and your decisions — not by forcing the player into a single path.”


Additionally, I’ve added a small gameplay gimmick related to transgender characters.
View attachment 5643062
If the player chooses a transgender option at the start of the game, this choice is treated as a genuine identity from the beginning. When purchasing outfits, the character’s clothing, illustrations, and poses may look similar across options, but their anatomy is displayed according to the gender they selected.”

As for how players can tell what gender or preference an NPC has—especially in cases where it may seem ambiguous—this is intentional.

I plan to include a dedicated dialogue option that allows players to ask NPCs about their attraction preferences. This interaction can open unique romance possibilities and, in some cases, allow NPCs to ‘break the rules’ and express interest in the player.”

This idea is inspired by real-life conversations. When I’ve asked friends who are gay about their preferences, they often don’t just answer—they ask back, ‘Why do you want to know?’ or ‘Are you trying to flirt with me?’
I want to recreate that natural, human moment in the game.



This system is planned for Patch 2.0.
For now, my main focus is on fully implementing locations, key characters tied to each area, and core gameplay systems before expanding deeper relationship mechanics.



If you have any feedback, concerns, or questions, please feel free to share them. I’m always happy to listen.

That’s exactly why I chose to release Early Access before moving toward Patch 2.0—to gather feedback and refine the system to be as reasonable and well-designed as possible.

Would it be possible for trans to be attracted to both male and female characters?
And when dating a trans female to both fuck and get fucked?

 

[SUMMER_SOLDIER]

Would it be possible for trans to be attracted to both male and female characters?
And when dating a trans female to both fuck and get fucked?

Yes. In the game, attraction depends on character orientation and player choice.
Some trans characters can be attracted to both male and female characters, depending on the route and situation.
Trans females can date male characters and have options for both fucking and getting fucked. While there are no trans NPCs yet, the system already supports this through player choice.
Some characters, like Dante, are bisexual, so depending on your selected gender, different romance and role options become available.
Player gender mainly determines what kind of love scenes you may encounter, but choices and events still matter. I aim to respect gender diversity while keeping relationships consistent with each character’s orientation and personality.

 

[SUMMER_SOLDIER]

The sound volume slider controls the music volume on my device, and the music slider controls background sounds

Thanks for the report! Could you let me know which scene or situation this happens in?
That would really help me track it down. This is a known issue related to audio channel mapping in Ren’Py.
I’ll review the sound and music channels and fix the volume sliders in a future update.

 

[kaneeden]

Thanks for the report! Could you let me know which scene or situation this happens in?
That would really help me track it down. This is a known issue related to audio channel mapping in Ren’Py.
I’ll review the sound and music channels and fix the volume sliders in a future update.

In the main menu before the game started, the slider for reducing the music volume did not work at all, but the slider for the sound did reduce the music volume. And once you are in the game on the world map, there is background traffic noise that did not respond to the sound slider, but to the music slider.
I have three different sound output devices so it is possible that this problem isn´t affecting someone with only one standard audio output device for all speakers/headphones/screens.

 

[odharerse]

Yes. In the game, attraction depends on character orientation and player choice.
Some trans characters can be attracted to both male and female characters, depending on the route and situation.
Trans females can date male characters and have options for both fucking and getting fucked. While there are no trans NPCs yet, the system already supports this through player choice.
Some characters, like Dante, are bisexual, so depending on your selected gender, different romance and role options become available.
Player gender mainly determines what kind of love scenes you may encounter, but choices and events still matter. I aim to respect gender diversity while keeping relationships consistent with each character’s orientation and personality.

Amazing. I know how difficult it is to plan all that, good job, really.