Thanks PapaPhat, that's all a dev wants to read!
Regarding new content, there was a (Patron only) update a few days back.
I'm behind my schedule for a few reasons
- I re-rendered 100 pics
- I wasn't happy with one scene and had set it up completely new (i didn't like the story telling)
- don't do renders with 15 characters
and a few other things and i admit I was a bit lazy during the holidays.
Well, we have a new location, two new side characters and we have a situation where the two girls can get closer to each other. And the MC
About that decision
One other reason I'm behind my schedule is that I'm planning a steam release.
I'm redoing some animations and trying to make the sex scenes more natural, adding some more choices and a few other things (like fixing a logic error nearly nobody seems to have seen).
It's not really a redo as the stroy will be the same, but polishing and adding to make it feel better and smoother.
Couldn't have done that beforeI got the 3090 but now it's not a very big deal but still some work to do.
Unfortunately adding some choices and redoing some parts of the GUI means you will have to restart the game.
And it makes no sense to release an update now with 60-90 minutes in game time which you would have to replay with the next update.
The good thing is that you will also benefit from the steam version, as it would be the same as the Patreon version.
But I'm still uncomfortable with working on this parallel with the development of 4.1.
So my first idea was to pause Patreon for February.
Can't really say that I'm happy with that idea.
So i came up with a different idea.
Every (today) active Patron having payed (in sum) whatever the steam price will be, will get a free steam key. Where it's possible, for Germany for example you can't use that key
I hope that's ok for you all and I'll do my best to get the update and the steam (pre) version up as soon as possible.
Like always, no fixed release date, it's done when it's done.
But I'm doing the best I can to finish the update and the "redo".
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Hey... I don't just pass out compliments. You EARN those by making me immensely and intensely happy with the content you provide! Hahaha
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(Meant to say "giving us" not "giving up" but I fixed that in my post.)
Wish I could afford to donate. If I weren't disabled and still able to work I would. My tiny disability stipend doesn't leave any room for donations, more's the pity. I really do love your work. But, the patron only content is lost on me... That is why when devs ask for ideas of what to do as something special for their patrons, my first comment is always "early access" because I do not mind waiting but do want to see all of the title's contents, not just the free stuff with a bunch of stuff hidden under patron passwords. I can't say that I have seen that from you yet. Custom renders, posters, screensavers and early release access are all great for those who can afford to dontate financially. Just remember we poor folks who love your work still want to experience the full story too... minus the bonus content that is not part of the actual story...
Schedule... Remember who you work for... YOU! You are the boss and you set the schedule! Taking time to rest, relax and recooperate around the holidays is expected. Taking time out to catch your breath is NOT being lazy, my friend. It is the better part of common sense!
I saw the difference the new 3090 is making already in the last release I played. FABULOUS! BRILLIANT! Berry perfection that I just wanted to devour! Hahaha
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FLAWLESS!
If you make story panels that don't match your vision then yes, I can see remaking those. Just don't kill yourself, my friend. And... FIFTEEN CHARACTERS in a single frame??? Isn't the balls to the wall hard limit for the Ren'Py engine only NINE characters MAX??? You really ARE enjoying that new 3090! Hahaha
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Remember that your fans, both patrons and we free loading pirate types don't all have next gen gear! Had a dear friend bless me with his old tower when he recently upgraded so I finally have something better than my old laptop with only 2 GB of Vid-ram. So, I have a 1060 now at 6 GB, 12 GB sys ram and a water cooled i7 clocked to 3.4 Ghz. But, 15 characters in a single frame? IDK if that would fly... I just don't know... That would definitely crash my old lappy! Hahaha
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Also, both of my machines max out at 1080p so 4K is wasted on me and just makes my machine run slower. 1080p is a good resolution for this type of game and should work well for everyone. It will also make your game files much more manageable. I say this not knowing exactly at what resolution you are rendering but I have never had an issue with your renders or file size to date. Just a word to the wise, I guess...
Again... Holidays are designed specifically to rest and relax. Remember... YOU set the schedule! YOU are the boss! Okay? I love the idea of a new location and two new characters but what I REALLY love is the very thought of the girls and MC getting closer. That truly warms my heart.
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MC has really been through the wringer in his personal life and I get the sense that Alex has had a difficult life as well. Isa has been under no end of stress as well and the three of them could really use some bonding time... maybe even some sexy good times too!
Steam release... Steam censors content so I no longer play indy titles from that platform. However, since I cannot afford monthly patron pledges, I DO purchase game titles on Steam then continue to play the free version from here. That is one small way that I can actually help out in a small way. I just don't play them there on Steam. I have the same aversion to Patreon who also censors creator's content. However, you should not have that issue with any of the content that I have seen from you thus far. But, I fully support that decision to do a Steam release. I will still prefer to play a copy that is NOT part of the Steam service. With the triple A game titles, I'm stuck but with the indy titles, I'm free to DL from here and stay outside of Steam.
I would never suggest a full remake of all of your renderings but since you are doing that, bravo! You did have some strange shading/shadows and breast textures in the early frames and because I LOVE your work, I will GLADLY replay from the start to see your newly improved textures and images! Better to do that now than wait until later and spend a ton of time on a remaster of the entire title. You are learning new skills and new techniques and I can tell by the quality of your renders that your skills are improving! Take all the time you need to do what you need to do, my friend.
Pausing Patreon... I don't have a dog in that fight so I can't really say yeah or nay on that. I know other devs that have done that but they are also pulling in big money every month, thousands, even tens of thousands monthly... So, that ball is squarely in your court, my friend.
Germany... You CAN gift DL keys to folks in Germany. I did that once for a friend with a copy of New Vegas and Fallout 4 but I had to make sure that I purchased a copy that is approved for sale/use in Germany. However, those were both triple A titles, not an independent dev. So, you are correct regarding Germany. I do like the idea of you granting free Steam keys to your patrons of a high enough level. That is actually a cool idea!
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Too bad for our German friends tho...
Again Tales... LOVE your work! Smart move not fixing a release date. I wish you all the best for success in every endeavor, especially with your plans for this wonderfully intriguing and sexy title! Huzzah!
Adventure ever on my friend, Phat
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