VN Ren'Py My True Desire [v0.2.2] [DTZ Games]

[DTZ Games]

ch3 just dropped on patreon

That’s right! And I’ve launched a special promotion to celebrate the release of Chapter 03, so don’t miss out! Unfortunately, it doesn’t apply to those who are already supporting…


The public release is coming next week (May 24) and it will be even more complete than the current version. Get ready!

 

[yamamoto0413]

For my experience Chapter 3 was really really good. I tend to go through VN's faster than others and noticed it felt a bit longer than Chapter 2, but nothing tremendous. Despite that, there was a good bit of plot advancement, in terms of Ana learning about what MC is in to, and as great as Chapter 3 was, I think Chapter 4 is set up to have some amazing stuff happen.

Would definitely recommend supporting the dev if you can, I took advantage of the promotion to do so and have no regrets.

 

[ashikabi_98]

That’s right! And I’ve launched a special promotion to celebrate the release of Chapter 03, so don’t miss out! Unfortunately, it doesn’t apply to those who are already supporting…


The public release is coming next week (May 24) and it will be even more complete than the current version. Get ready!

So what's out on Patreon now is basically an Alpha Build of Chapter 3, but Public Release will be a Full Release of Chapter 3? Not trying to judge, I thought the Patrons would get like full version for before the public.

 

[DTZ Games]

For my experience Chapter 3 was really really good. I tend to go through VN's faster than others and noticed it felt a bit longer than Chapter 2, but nothing tremendous. Despite that, there was a good bit of plot advancement, in terms of Ana learning about what MC is in to, and as great as Chapter 3 was, I think Chapter 4 is set up to have some amazing stuff happen.

Would definitely recommend supporting the dev if you can, I took advantage of the promotion to do so and have no regrets.

Thanks, man! ❤❤ I saw your message on Patreon and I really appreciate it

 

[DTZ Games]

So what's out on Patreon now is basically an Alpha Build of Chapter 3, but Public Release will be a Full Release of Chapter 3? Not trying to judge, I thought the Patrons would get like full version for before the public.

Oh no, no. The chapter is complete and fully playable! It's just that some features require me to dig deeper into the code and game files to implement, and extra polish usually comes from public feedback


Another thing I still want to add to this chapter is more sound effects, especially towards the end. But surprisingly, some of them take quite a bit of time to produce

 

[hhhhy]

what would the timeline for the next update (Chapter 4) be? same as ch3?

 

[shotzpro]

For my experience Chapter 3 was really really good. I tend to go through VN's faster than others and noticed it felt a bit longer than Chapter 2, but nothing tremendous. Despite that, there was a good bit of plot advancement, in terms of Ana learning about what MC is in to, and as great as Chapter 3 was, I think Chapter 4 is set up to have some amazing stuff happen.

Would definitely recommend supporting the dev if you can, I took advantage of the promotion to do so and have no regrets.

Is it worth playing ch3 now or should I wait for ch4?

 

[DTZ Games]

what would the timeline for the next update (Chapter 4) be? same as ch3?

Right now, my goal for Chapter 04 is to make it much shorter and release it in less time

Chapter 03 ended up being way longer than planned because I had to stretch the truth or dare scene a lot to make the story work

Chapter 04, on the other hand, will focus heavily on one specific event... kind of like Chapter 1, I think

 

[yamamoto0413]

Is it worth playing ch3 now or should I wait for ch4?

I'd say Ch. 3 is definitely worth playing, personally. There's introductory content for Gabi who I'm very quickly loving, a smidgen of Helen content, and a good bit of Ana content. The truth or dare part goes well and, as usual, the chapter ends with a lewd between Ana and MC, without spoiling too much I'll say it feels REALLY nice. Flows well, the art is good, for me personally it hits all the right spots.

That said, my understanding is DTZ is aiming for a quicker release of Ch.4 compared to this one, so if you want to wait it out to see when that comes before playing, feel free. People who enjoy really bulky updates might prefer that way, but I don't care all that much as long as the quality is there and it's not egregiously short, and DTZ delivered those two items on my checklist incredibly.

 

[shotzpro]

Realistically, I think I'll be able to release each update every 9 to 12 weeks (2 to 3 months), but that also depends on the complexity of the chapter (script, images, code, and dialogue)


The difference in complexity between Chapter 01 and Chapter 03 is significant, and you’ll notice it easily


Even so, I’d say Chapter 03 was an exception and took way longer than it should have, but I plan to do things differently for Chapter 04 to produce and deliver it faster

If each update are big, hundreds of renders, we dont have any problema waiting 3 months but tiny update in 2 months... Not good at all

 

[DTZ Games]

If each update are big, hundreds of renders, we dont have any problema waiting 3 months but tiny update in 2 months... Not good at all

The production time is very linear... If I create 50 images in one month, then I’ll create 100 in two months, and 150 in three
If the gameplay lasts 5 minutes after one month, then it’ll last 10 minutes after two… I think you get the idea

But a good update isn’t just about the number of renders! It’s also about good storytelling, passion, design, visual, sound...
I could show you dozens of AI games with thousands of renders that are still pretty bad

These key aspects have improved significantly in v0.3. The story has progressed, and the chapter is entertaining, erotic, and suspenseful. At least, that’s what I think, and the feedback I’ve been getting confirms it!

 

[SoaringClouds]

I don't think it's a huge problem if you leave the dog in the backyard for a few hours and remove all the things it could ruin, and the dog's owner probably doesn't sit for months without leaving the house.

Also, this is why kennels exist. Just get a dog kennel that's appropriately sized for the dog and leave it in the kennel for a few hours while you're gone if they're destructive. Then, you can go back to the house and spend the remainder of the time with it. It's totally fine and a common practice. They sell the damn things at Walmart. Or, if you think that's cruel for some reason (I mean, the dog can just go to sleep on a fluffy dog bed), you can get a running line and set them up in the yard on it. Put 'em in a harness they can't get out of. As the dog's owner, Oma would already have these implements set up. He would just need someone to feed the dog and/or let it out to go to the bathroom a few times a day. It's really irresponsible of Oma to not have these things in place and to expect someone to just spend 24 hours a day at their house while they're gone, and at the last minute at that. I like the game, but this "hiccup" was not a good one. It just didn't make sense.

Don't get me wrong, I loved the payoff and how it happened over the phone with the not knowing and ambiguity and stuff, just the premise could have been better. Maybe add something like the dog is sick or something so it can't be left alone for a long time? Leaving for an emergency like he did for Ana and Hellen setting him up would still be believable, but the overall premise wouldn't be so forced if there was a reason the dog couldn't be left alone for a long time.

 

[DTZ Games]

Also, this is why kennels exist. Just get a dog kennel that's appropriately sized for the dog and leave it in the kennel for a few hours while you're gone if they're destructive. Then, you can go back to the house and spend the remainder of the time with it. It's totally fine and a common practice. They sell the damn things at Walmart. Or, if you think that's cruel for some reason (I mean, the dog can just go to sleep on a fluffy dog bed), you can get a running line and set them up in the yard on it. Put 'em in a harness they can't get out of. As the dog's owner, Oma would already have these implements set up. He would just need someone to feed the dog and/or let it out to go to the bathroom a few times a day. It's really irresponsible of Oma to not have these things in place and to expect someone to just spend 24 hours a day at their house while they're gone, and at the last minute at that. I like the game, but this "hiccup" was not a good one. It just didn't make sense.

Don't get me wrong, I loved the payoff and how it happened over the phone with the not knowing and ambiguity and stuff, just the premise could have been better. Maybe add something like the dog is sick or something so it can't be left alone for a long time? Leaving for an emergency like he did for Ana and Hellen setting him up would still be believable, but the overall premise wouldn't be so forced if there was a reason the dog couldn't be left alone for a long time.

Man… this topic again... I really don't think there's much need to keep discussing alternative solutions for taking care of a dog in a fantasy world, but alright…

The MC wasn’t forced to take care of the dog. He chose to. He chose to take on that responsibility. Later, he also wasn’t forced to go to the party and leave the dog at home. That was his decision too

My True Desire is told from the MC’s perspective, and not all of his decisions will be the smartest, and not all of them will make sense to you

For those who’ve watched You, I like to think of MTD as being told through Daniel’s perspective, just like we experience You through Joe Goldberg’s. I don't think any of Joe's decisions make sense!