VN RPGM Onhold Saria Reclaimed [v0.17] [Velminth]

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iamnuff

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Here on Brazil we have an expression that translates to "shoting yourself on the foot", it's when you just fucked yourself by your own decision, i am curious to know if you guys have something similar in your language.
Yeah, it's called "Shooting yourself in the foot."
I guess that one is pretty universal.
Whereever there are idiots and guns, that phrase probably exists.
 

shundi82

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Haven't seen a game get this many bad review so quickly so had to download the new version to see for myself.

I played the first version and quite liked it, wasn't perfect but was hoping things would get fixed. But after playing the new version I can understand why so many people are annoyed.

First version had a very original atmosphere and feel to it. Now that's all gone and just a boring card game instead. I haven't seen a game change this much before. I guess Light Space Love is the only other Karryn's Prison like game at the moment?
There are more games, that scratch the Karryn's Prison itch, but most are Japanese.

Of the more "Western" ones:

I wish Lilith Descent would focus more on the H-battling part, but instead it keeps introducing new characters:
https://f95zone.to/threads/lilith-descent-test-a2-spanktank.103756/

Cyberslayers is also one of the candidates where you wish the dev would lean more into the H-battling, but there's enough side content to be more "forgiving":
https://f95zone.to/threads/cyberslayers-v0-4-1-maelion.57625/

I also like where SnakeByte Blue is headed; but it's still rough around the edges:
https://f95zone.to/threads/snakebyte-blue-v0-03b-backalley_gyc.131541/
 

loup5264

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Oh absolutely on the grind part. Shit's why I don't really want to replay it every time a new version comes out like I usually do with other games. Getting sex is a damn chore. However the VN kinda does this as well. To get passives you need enemies to use sex skills on you and not defeat you (maybe I'm wrong on this one, but I inted for a bit and still got nothing so I'm just gonna assume this is the case). You basically have to pray to god that they don't hit you with a crit (cuz they can do that apparently(maybe cuz of clothes break?)) so you don't die before they actually land lewd stuff on you. It's still a grind unfortunately. (Also sex is probably gonna drain a shit ton of willpower so good luck surviving that lmao)
Yeah, but its also a first version in this new format, im sure things will be balanced more
 
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teddidiah

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I get why people are mad, but I also get why it was changed. It wore the inspiration from Karryn's prison on its sleeve, but without the mechanical know-how or production value to make it work.

Which is sad, but making video games is hard, making pornographic video games even harder if you try to make it, you know, a game. a tragic tale old as time back to rpgmaker mines for us all
 
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I get why people are mad, but I also get why it was changed. It wore the inspiration from Karryn's prison on its sleeve, but without the mechanical know-how or production value to make it work.

Which is sad, but making video games is hard, making pornographic video games even harder if you try to make it, you know, a game. a tragic tale old as time back to rpgmaker mines for us all
I don't care how hard it is to make a game or what issues the developer has, all I care about is the final product. If a hospital bound death bed developer fucks up a game I will rate it the same as if a AAA dev fucks up a game. The dev's personal failings are not my concern as a consoomer.
 

OnePussy

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Here on Brazil we have an expression that translates to "shoting yourself on the foot", it's when you just fucked yourself by your own decision, i am curious to know if you guys have something similar in your language.
same in French "se tirer une balle dans le pied"
 

Elveskudd

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Its not just the battle fuck system that dev threw away but the whole atmosphere of a game got turned from something dark and unique into something very generic. I reckon dev is gonna drag this for a year or 2 and then ultimatly abandon it.
At least I had good laugh from reading comments and reviews on this game.
 
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cptkleenex

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I'm noticing people upset about the change in gameplay...

But how's the porn tho?
Probably because the gameplay was a major draw of the game.

There are countless CG collector games out there and Rule 34 image boards galore that easily satisfies someone who just needs a picture to get it done. With a game, the dialog, the way you get to the naughty bits, and even just a good illusion of player agency adds to its appeal. This is why a game with beautiful artwork can still get dragged if the dialog is stilted, if its a chore to access or even if it feels forced.

This isn't to say this game was some kind of breakthrough of game design but it at least felt different enough to put itself in a small group instead of mixed in with the flood of sameness.
 

rasafip143

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Hey guyz, what's happe-HOLY SHIT

Here on Brazil we have an expression that translates to "shoting yourself on the foot", it's when you just fucked yourself by your own decision, i am curious to know if you guys have something similar in your language.
In italian there's the same expression but with a hoe (the farming tool) on the foot: darsi la zappa sui piedi.
There are probably more, regional dialects have varying figures of speech
 

cykabylat

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Yo Dev do whatever you feel like, I tried making a game before and the shit is hard. I understand that it was probably annoying as hell to figure out the open world aspect and making it a VN would make it a lot easier. People just like to talk shit yet i bet you they'll be back on the next update.

Think of it as kind of changing your fan base in a sort of way. Right now you'll have people just shitting because they like the souls like type game play. Give it time and the VN fan-base will come and they'll probably praise it because its a really good setup for an interactive VN.

I personally like the previous version but im definitely going to keep checking up on the progress and hopefully when im not broke ill be able to support you. For the time being however good luck on your project and good luck in your life as well.

Also for all the fans that are just shitting on this new update. Go make your own game and see how hard it is. You dont like it then move on. If it aint your vibe anymore just leave. Its a struggle and you guys are just adding on to the struggle. If you want devs to make good games you dont just shit talk every decision they make. You give them suggestion but thats all they are suggestions and not orders. Most of theses fans think theyre the boss of the dev just because they played the game and praised it. Take some time off of porn to grow up and mature before you become a brain dead jerker.

To the supporters i guess it would work different but to put it simply you like it keep supporting it you dont then move on. Humans aint perfect and sometimes investments go south.

All in all just chill out. Yea its sad when games dont go your way but then make your own. You can make it however you want to make it and fuck it commision the dev for art. He is taking commissions after all. But most of you just want to be served because you think you deserve it. No one deserves anything and you just get what you get.

Sorry for the rant but jesus most of you are immature.
 

Insomnimaniac Games

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Yo Dev do whatever you feel like, I tried making a game before and the shit is hard. I understand that it was probably annoying as hell to figure out the open world aspect and making it a VN would make it a lot easier. People just like to talk shit yet i bet you they'll be back on the next update.

Think of it as kind of changing your fan base in a sort of way. Right now you'll have people just shitting because they like the souls like type game play. Give it time and the VN fan-base will come and they'll probably praise it because its a really good setup for an interactive VN.

I personally like the previous version but im definitely going to keep checking up on the progress and hopefully when im not broke ill be able to support you. For the time being however good luck on your project and good luck in your life as well.

Also for all the fans that are just shitting on this new update. Go make your own game and see how hard it is. You dont like it then move on. If it aint your vibe anymore just leave. Its a struggle and you guys are just adding on to the struggle. If you want devs to make good games you dont just shit talk every decision they make. You give them suggestion but thats all they are suggestions and not orders. Most of theses fans think theyre the boss of the dev just because they played the game and praised it. Take some time off of porn to grow up and mature before you become a brain dead jerker.

To the supporters i guess it would work different but to put it simply you like it keep supporting it you dont then move on. Humans aint perfect and sometimes investments go south.

All in all just chill out. Yea its sad when games dont go your way but then make your own. You can make it however you want to make it and fuck it commision the dev for art. He is taking commissions after all. But most of you just want to be served because you think you deserve it. No one deserves anything and you just get what you get.

Sorry for the rant but jesus most of you are immature.
There is nothing worse in game development then a bunch of yes men for fans. I view being a developer as making a contract with my fans/supporters. A contract to deliver on the promises I've made, and to give them the game that they originally supported. To suddenly change an entire game is breaking that contract. It's not delivering the original promise. The dev is rightfully getting criticism, and not just here either. Discord (until a massive ban wave) and patreon are criticizing him, too. Itch as well, until he disabled comments.
 
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