Unreal Engine Re:Rapture [v0.0.2 Fix] [ViatorMessorem]

[xRoguex]

Yeah, you are absolutely right. There will be lot of options to work with females, also, with males. The only thing I won't add is any zoo content, and I also won't add any disguasting content, if you know what I mean.

Yes and I totally agree with that.
There will be a character creation system or only a gender selection?

 

[ViatorMessorem]

Yes and I totally agree with that.
There will be a character creation system or only a gender selection?

In the game, there are no plans to include full character customization or the choice (male/female). This is a story about Ami.
Moreover, there is a technical aspect to consider.
Adding customization is quite simple, especially basic customization, as it's just morphs and an interface for adjustments.
The problem is that it's not only a 3D game but also a 2D game. We don't use neural networks for 2D art, nor do we use 3D renders for pictures. Instead, everything is drawn by a single artist, which significantly limits the variability of the main character's appearance.
However, customization will be available, and it will include:

• Hairstyle change and color change
• Iris shape and color change
• Lip color change
• Tattoo addition
• Clothing change
• Accessory addition
  
  
  Nevertheless, players will be able to choose the starting genitalia of the character,
  so the LoChen potion will work in reverse.

Additionally, I should mention that Ami's face will also be altered. Not that I dislike the current version, but the fact is, I initially created it for completely different purposes. Originally, I designed Ami's model to use elements from Arc System's works, who made Guilty Gear: Strive, meaning the game was supposed to have more of an anime style. However, I encountered several technical problems, as the engine handled shaders in a strange way, so I postponed that moment.
In the end, to sum it up, Ami is still in for a transformation, but she will still remain Ami, and the overall visual style will be preserved.

 

[ViatorMessorem]

I know it's not my devlog, just wanted to share the new starting femdom position

 

[KSVreset]

This looks really interesting. I haven't tried it yet because it's definitely still proof-of-concept stage, but I love games with complex (sex)fighting mechanics, so I'll be keeping a close eye on its progress. Keep it up!

 

[xRoguex]

I know it's not my devlog, just wanted to share the new starting femdom position

It's your game, so you can post your updates.

 

[catsdino]

I know it's not my devlog, just wanted to share the new starting femdom position

Ok but post them updates anyways because I encourage it

 

[FutaHoyah]

In the game, there are no plans to include full character customization or the choice (male/female). This is a story about Ami.
Moreover, there is a technical aspect to consider.
Adding customization is quite simple, especially basic customization, as it's just morphs and an interface for adjustments.
The problem is that it's not only a 3D game but also a 2D game. We don't use neural networks for 2D art, nor do we use 3D renders for pictures. Instead, everything is drawn by a single artist, which significantly limits the variability of the main character's appearance.
However, customization will be available, and it will include:

• Hairstyle change and color change
• Iris shape and color change
• Lip color change
• Tattoo addition
• Clothing change
• Accessory addition
  
  
  Nevertheless, players will be able to choose the starting genitalia of the character,
  so the LoChen potion will work in reverse.

Additionally, I should mention that Ami's face will also be altered. Not that I dislike the current version, but the fact is, I initially created it for completely different purposes. Originally, I designed Ami's model to use elements from Arc System's works, who made Guilty Gear: Strive, meaning the game was supposed to have more of an anime style. However, I encountered several technical problems, as the engine handled shaders in a strange way, so I postponed that moment.
In the end, to sum it up, Ami is still in for a transformation, but she will still remain Ami, and the overall visual style will be preserved.

If the game is well coded, enjoyable with replayability and not too difficult to mod, I'm sure people will add mods for different character types n such

 

[ViatorMessorem]

I'm sorry for a long response,
I prepared several new poses, corrected old bugs and introduced new mechanics (removing a couple of unnecessary ones), but now I am mainly doing programming to create the plot, prepared a draft leveling tree and now continue to prepare a dialogue branch for the introduction. By version 0.0.3 I want to prepare a plot fragment and introduce a skill leveling system.

 

[ViatorMessorem]

Heya!
A lot of new things have been created since the last update. Almost all the dialogues have been painted for a rather complicated prologue, a super convenient system for implementing the entire dialog system, a leveling system, a skill tree, a bunch of new animations, the artist has drawn characters for 2d animation and interface elements, in general, a whole bunch of everything. But for the last 2 weeks, I've been busy creating and integrating a new character. (Physics issues are for future me, don't want to spend any time trying to set it up perfectly right now.) Her name is Shairien, and she belongs to the Da'akini Vaersids of the Ier Gindari tribes. I understand that no one has understood anything, but that's okay. On my patreon page, I made publicly available posts with bits of lore explaining some of the features of the world. Anyway, the work is in full swing!

 

[ViatorMessorem]

While I was doing a full code refactoring (yeah, first versions were a prototypes) to improve convenience and support for external modifications, I made it much easier to create abilities (including for **), armor, weapons, and characters. Of course, I'll still need to add functions to ensure proper mod support, but that's a minor detail. The same goes for characters and equipment.
Still, this process took two 10 days, including fixing, improving, and removing some questionable mechanics. Right now, I feel like I'm getting pretty close to balanced gameplay. But still didnt integrate new animations.

However, the next version will be story-focused, as planned. The dialogues are written, the logic is set up- I just need to refine the combat system, implement progression and skill trees, adapt the inventory to the new system, and create a bunch of 3D assets for environments outside of combat. And of course I need animations for Shairien.
Also, today I decided to rework the camera, making it more dynamic, pleasant, and functional. I think this is the best version so far. There will also be a free camera mode for custom angles. And one more thing… jokes aside, today I added a first-person view.

 

[ViatorMessorem]

What the hell C P is a Close Proximity, holy shit

 

[damndatboi12345]

HAAAAAANK!!!!!!!

DONT ABBREVIATE CLOSE PROXIMITY

HAAAAAAAANK!!!!

 

[ViatorMessorem]

New Mechanics [part 1 - 3] - Satisfaction and Kinks

Okay, it seems like I've burned out. This happens, though, it's the first time in 4 months, my record huh. I realized I was burned out when I spent an hour trying to rework a formula for calculating... For me, burnout is a legitimate reason to take a break from work and thoughts about it. I'll spend a couple of days goofing off in RimWorld. Now let me tell you what I've been working on since my last blog in the discord!

I’ve added new animations, set up animation dependencies, tested their functionality, and realized that I need more auxiliary animations- animations that the character can initiate without defining the current key pose. Also, the clothing removal now works in poses where the character's hands are free.

I’m implementing a system for body parts stamina and health; these indicators only affect in Close Proximity.

I’ve decided to remove the "Desires" system for now and replace it with a "Kink" system. Each active pose activates a Kink, and if it matches one of the character's Kinks, their new "satisfaction" gauge increases. It fills up from most actions but has a bonus if the character has the corresponding Kink.

Also, poses have modifiers that influence the final Satisfaction. For example, if the player initiates an action during Close Proximity, such as a footjob, the calculation goes like this: Satisfaction (1 + [Preference Degree, if Kink is marked as Favorite, then +2, if as Adored, then +4, if Neutral, then +0]) pose kink modifier [from 1.0 to 3.0] initiator's mastery in this area [from 1.0 to 3.0].

In this case, the maximum bonus (with the highest skill class and great mastery) the character would get 45 Satisfaction. If the character has high mastery, a high-level ability, but enemy has no Kink, they would get only 9. Without Kink, mastery, and high-level ability, they would only get 3.

Satisfaction does not affect the target's Arousal, nor does it affect Climax bar, it’s more about pleasure from the process. Ultimately, Satisfaction influences the character’s Climax (as event). If the character’s Satisfaction is high, during Climax, even though they’ll lose part of their Max Stamina, they will still receive a certain buff.

However, if there are preferences, there are also things characters don’t like. It works the same way but in reverse. The Satisfaction scale starts at zero, which is neutral, but it can shift in either direction. If the character experiences Climax but has a low Satisfaction level at that moment, they will receive significant debuffs, becoming angrier and more Aggressive, but less effective in combat. These debuffs are permanent until the end of the Combat, and they can't be removed easily.

Oh, and if the character experiences Climax with high Satisfaction, they also lose some Aggression.

To summarize, caring about the opponent’s Satisfaction is the job of the submissive character, while caring about their own Satisfaction is the job of the dominant.

Each character has 3 positive Kinks and 3 negative Kinks (This number can be changed for balancing, just like any other numbers). But what about Ami? Ami can also have Kinks, which must be set before the battle, but they can be changed as Ami levels up or by using special items. I should remind you that Satisfaction is a very important parameter, especially to gain bonuses from Climax, not just debuffs to Max Stamina, which depends on current Arousal. Arousal can exceed the Max value and cause debuffs (with arousal from 100 to 199 - 1st tier "overexcited" debuff, from 200 to 299 - 2nd tier, and so on, with 5 total tiers, but Arousal can go higher).

 

[ViatorMessorem]

New Mechanics[part 2 - 3] - Body part Stats and Alchemy.

Body parts stats

Returning to body parts health and stamina- this serves as a limiter for both the player and enemies. These stats are separate from overall health and stamina. If a character uses an ability that requires their hands, their hand stamina will be consumed. If the ability affects the opponent’s genitals, the opponent’s genital health will decrease depending on the nature of the ability. If a character's body part stamina runs out, they can still use abilities, but now the ability will drain their Max Stamina instead. However, body part stamina regenerates over time. Stamina applies to the head, hands (for gameplay convenience, both hands share one stamina pool), legs (same logic), and back. Health, on the other hand, applies to genitals and the anus. If the health of these areas reaches zero, the character will start losing overall health. The severity of this loss depends on both the ability used and the characters’ stats and interactions- I think you get the idea huh. Health for body parts does not regenerate naturally. It can only be restored through healing potions or other regeneration methods.

Alchemy

Right now, I have to rebuild the inventory system again, but that's ok. Ultimately, characters can bring a limited number of potions into battle. This limit depends on the type of clothing they wear. Potions can be stored in removable equipment (armor) or non-removable gear (such as leg belt pouches). In the latter case, it's a choice between taking a belt pouch for extra potion storage or wearing another piece of equipment that provides different bonuses. Potions are crafted from two ingredients. Each ingredient has predefined internal (consumed) and external (applied to weapons) effects.
When combined, their effects interact, creating hybrid effects. If the ingredients have conflicting effects, the resulting potion will randomly favor one effect over the other. In the future, I plan to allow the use of an additional ingredient, which can be a duplicate of one of the base ingredients. This will reinforce that ingredient’s effects, ensuring they take priority.

Notably, each ingredient has multiple properties, making potions powerful and non-trivial. Potions are an essential resource, especially when facing stronger opponents. However, if a character loses their armor, they also lose access to potions stored in it. Characters with magic-related skills can store a small number of potions in a pre-prepared space within the Abyss- essentially, a hidden pocket. Some enemies may also carry potions and lose access to them when their armor is destroyed.

 

[ViatorMessorem]

New Mechanics [part 3 - 3] - Damage Characteristics. Seducer- summoner.

Damage Characteristics.

But how to Make Enemies Lose Armor Faster?

All weapon damage is divided into elemental types (each armor has its own resistance to elements and physical damage) and damage characteristics:

Blunt attacks deal less health damage but significantly more armor damage.

Piercing attacks deal higher health damage but less armor damage.

Slashing attacks provide a balanced mix of armor and health damage.

Additionally, damage type affects a character’s Stability, making the choice of attacks even more strategic.

Seducer- summoner.


At the beginning of her journey, Ami will gain access to Ierdis Magic- a unique form of sorcery. Like traditional Re:Rapture magic, it is tied to the Abyss, but it functions differently. To cast these spells, Ami must sacrifice her own Arousal. This magic is designed for accelerated seduction and can be used by both Submissive and Dominant seducers.

The earliest abilities in this path revolve around summoning the Hand of Ierdis- a demonic entity transformed into a magical hand. Ami can summon this hand to influence opponents from a distance. The Hand of Ierdis possesses multiple abilities, each with unique effects. As Ami progresses, she will learn to summon even more powerful demonic entities, though their purpose will always align with the one true desire of the God Ierdis.

That's it. There's also one more incredibly powerful mechanic exclusive to Ami, but it's too complex to explain right now. The important thing is that it's directly tied to the God's quests. At the start of combat, Ami can choose one of three Gods to pray to. The chosen God will then assign her three consecutive tasks. With each completed task, Ami will be offered a choice of powerful rewards, each capable of dramatically altering the course of battle and a little bonus to Ami's experience in the same God directive. However, she is not bound to follow this path- she can abandon the tasks at any time, marking her commitment to a different path, free from servitude to any of Gods.

 

[ViatorMessorem]

WIP Inventory System

Long time no see, friends!
A lot of time has passed since my last post, and now I’d like to share a few posts about what has been created during this period, starting with the most important updates.
So lets start with the inventory system! This system is still a work in progress and is only implemented to the extent necessary for the interaction with other systems.

Full access to the inventory can be obtained only outside of combat, and it contains several menus:

• Inventory: All items are organized and can be filtered by categories. The inventory has no weight/quantity limit because that isn't needed in the game overall. I wanted to make it flexible and simple, and that's exactly what I've done.
• Item Info Menu: When you click on an item, its full description appears here.
• Equipment Menu: This shows the items currently equipped on the character. When you equip something, it immediately shows on the character. Below, you can access the "hands" inventory, where the rings equipped on the character will be displayed.

There are a lot of slots, which allows for extensive customization of both the character’s build and appearance. The key slots are Armor, Head, and Underwear. However, other slots can also have useful effects.
For the Legs category, clothing can be equipped on either the left or right leg, but these are separate slots only if the clothing is worn on one leg, like stockings. For pants or shorts, both leg slots are occupied. Gloves cover the area from fingers to shoulders. There is only one Footwear slot.

(The buttons near the character in the preview screen are mostly for my debugging and adjustments.)

What's next:

• Add equipment slots for potions. These won't be visually displayed, as it's a small separate storage for potions that can be used during combat.
• Add equipment slots for auxiliary items. These may only be visually displayed when in use. These are items that can unlock additional actions in combat, such as thrown weapons or extra inventory for Close Proximity. This storage will also be limited.
• Add icons, of course.
• Prepare for trading with NPCs.
• Set threshold values for using the Armor, Underwear, and Head slots. In other words, certain attributes must be met before these items can be fully equipped.
• Add Decorative clothing slots. These additional slots will duplicate the main ones, but only the decorative version will be visually displayed. The stats and effects will still come from the primary slot.

And, of course, keep filling the game with more and more content!
The equipment doesn’t fully define available actions — you can wear whatever you want and play however you like, with only the effectiveness varying.
It’s worth noting that customization isn’t limited to inventory items — but more on that later.

 

[ViatorMessorem]

 

[ViatorMessorem]

New Mechanic: Battle Dialogue System!

In RPGs ranging from Morrowind to The Witcher and Baldur's Gate 3, we've all noticed that characters often throw lines at each other mid-combat. These lines typically don’t affect gameplay but can enrich the atmosphere of a battle.
But what if those lines did affect gameplay?
What if an insult could actually weaken an enemy- lower their confidence, apply debuffs, or even stagger them under the weight of your words?
For an action RPG, this might be impractical. But in a turn-based RPG- why not?


The Core Concept
While developing the core systems, I kept returning to this idea- its practicality, and its aesthetic impact.
The resulting Battle Dialogue System (BDS) in Re:Rapture does exactly that. It allows both players and NPCs to use battle dialogue at strategic moments. Each BDS action is treated like a standard skill, but functions differently.
The system opens up a wide range of tactical options, divided into several categories:


1. Ask...
Ask the enemy a question to gain information- if they choose to respond. Hostile or hateful NPCs may outright ignore you.
Through direct questions, you may uncover unique traits or weaknesses of a specific enemy (more on this in the “Persona - Enemy” overview later).
This category is purely informational.
2. Mock...
Mock, taunt, and ridicule your opponent to shatter their confidence. This may lead to increased misses, lower damage, or even cause them to collapse emotionally.
We'll return to this later when discussing NPC stats like Fear, which this category directly affects.
This category is especially useful for Warriors and Dominant Seducers who rely on control and debuffs.
3. Offer...
Use this category to initiate diplomatic tactics.
You may offer the enemy gold, food, items, rare objects… or even your own body.
Some enemies may be swayed by coin. Others may just want a meal.
In exchange, you gain Authority Points, which can be spent during battle.
This is ideal for more negotiable characters but also opens the door to cruel manipulation.
4. Request...
This category builds on Offer, allowing you to demand things in return for Authority Points.
This might include simple commands like “back away,” or more complex ones like forcing an enemy to destroy their armor, switch positions, initiate a submissive pose (even if they normally wouldn’t), or surrender altogether.
Some characters simply won’t agree to certain things under any circumstances. This is especially true for named or story-important enemies rather than standard NPCs.
5. Seduce...
Words can arouse just as well as actions.
This category focuses on arousing the enemy and exploring their preferences.


Subcategories & Tags
Each main category includes subcategories for more specific, organized phrase management—especially useful as the number of lines increases.
Mock Subcategories:

• Humiliate – Undermines the enemy’s mental balance, weakening their decisions and keeping them in a state of emotional suppression. Some enemies may even enjoy this.
• Insult – More aggressive, increases Fear and Aggression, applies strong combat debuffs.
• Provoke – Aggressive “Offer/Request”-style lines that don’t require Power Points.
  Can provoke rash attacks or sudden defensive reactions.

Offer/Request Subcategories:
These group lines by the object being traded or demanded.
Seduce Subcategories:

• Tease – Focuses on your body parts.
• Flirt – Focuses on the enemy's body parts.

Both work closely with the new Lust Map and Hidden Kinks mechanics. More subcategories and lines will be added over time.
Phrase Progression
Many lines are available from level one.
Others are unlocked through character progression.
Some lines are tied to discovered or purchased books.


Mechanics & Skill Checks
Dialogue phrases are technically skills with unique mechanics.
They typically only cost Action Points, making them a great stamina-saving option.
However, some phrases also require skill checks—especially in categories like Request or Seduce.
Charismatic characters will have a higher success rate.
Skill Check Formula:
1d20 + Charism/2 (Speaker) vs 1d20 + Charism/2 (Listener)
Buffs and clothing will influence the outcome.
The Purpose of BDS
BDS is an excellent addition to the basic mechanics, providing tactical capabilities and variety, as well as introducing a new level of immersiveness, however, there is still work to do on this.

Future Development

• Full voice acting for phrases.
• Implementation of Statements and Engagements, with expanded NPC reaction depth.
• Addition of new practical categories.
• Visible chances for skill checks to help players plan moves more precisely.
  
  Thanks for reading this rather large post
  Next time, I plan to talk about the mechanics of Persona - Enemy, where I will talk about the innovations regarding the NPC, its work, features and interaction possibilities that I have never mentioned before!

 

[ViatorMessorem]

Added a video of UI animation regarding Battle Dialogue System

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