VN Ren'Py Summer's Gone [S1 Steam + DLC] [Oceanlab]

[TIGER ACE]

This is better in quality than picture that troll tried to scam us with. But still, when examining the face, it is clear that something is wrong and she looks lifeless, causing the uncanny valley effect. The most serious symptom of pictures of people made by AI.
DAZ models may have their drawbacks, but damn, they look much more real and lively. But here everything is in the hands of the creator, how well he can portray them.
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I wasnt really comparing it to Ocean or whats possible with 3d rendering, In my opinion ofcourse human work is still way better, I was just saying his ai image is already outdated tech. And that even doing ai generation, better / newer models that does higher resolution you will still need better card with higher available vram. Mostly shitting on him for using a bad ai work and not even some what passable one to try fool people with.

 

[JJ1960]

Are we getting the update this week fellas?

Yes, it came out and you missed it. You will have to wait for the next one. It's like a bus that way.

 

[Mortarion]

[...] uncanny valley effect [...]

To my shame I have never heard of this term before and got curious what are you talking about and how to name it.

At least I know now why some kind of robots/animations have creeping me out to hell and back.

Going down this rabbit hole was a mistake, and the more examples I have found the more uncomfortable I got ...

Well, I've learnt something again. Until now, I thought that I was the only one who felt that way about such things.

Thank you for broadening my horizon!

 

[Geralt From Rivia]

To my shame I have never heard of this term before and got curious what are you talking about and how to name it.

At least I know now why some kind of robots/animations have creeping me out to hell and back.

Going down this rabbit hole was a mistake, and the more examples I have found the more uncomfortable I got ...

Well, I've learnt something again. Until now, I thought that I was the only one who felt that way about such things.

Thank you for broadening my horizon!

Yes, this is exactly so, it all started with robots that look too realistic, but small details of inconsistency cause rejection and fear in people.

 

[Winterstale]

I'm curious to know how many of you enjoyed the sci-fi element in the story, particularly the part where they played the alien game? Personally, I'm not a big fan of such themes in VNs, but that's just my preference – no offense intended to the creator. I must admit, though, the scenes were visually stunning.
I've noticed that many devs, like the one behind 'Being a DIK,' for instance, incorporate similar elements. Is this really as popular as it seems?

 

[crabsinthekitchen]

I'm curious to know how many of you enjoyed the sci-fi element in the story, particularly the part where they played the alien game? Personally, I'm not a big fan of such themes in VNs, but that's just my preference – no offense intended to the creator. I must admit, though, the scenes were visually stunning.
I've noticed that many devs, like the one behind 'Being a DIK,' for instance, incorporate similar elements. Is this really as popular as it seems?

I'd like it more if there was no normal outside story. Killing aliens is more fun than going to college

 

[JJ1960]

I'm curious to know how many of you enjoyed the sci-fi element in the story, particularly the part where they played the alien game? Personally, I'm not a big fan of such themes in VNs, but that's just my preference – no offense intended to the creator. I must admit, though, the scenes were visually stunning.
I've noticed that many devs, like the one behind 'Being a DIK,' for instance, incorporate similar elements. Is this really as popular as it seems?

It provides a couple of elements to the story. One is that it introduces more of the girls' personalities to Nika. It also acts as a springboard for Sonya to break out of her restrictive family life to experience things and explore her crush on Nika. After the invitation to the farm Nika now has the opportunity for time away from home to spend with potential love interests. Those are the ones that spring to mind first and there are probably others.

 

[yossa999]

I'm curious to know how many of you enjoyed the sci-fi element in the story, particularly the part where they played the alien game? Personally, I'm not a big fan of such themes in VNs, but that's just my preference – no offense intended to the creator. I must admit, though, the scenes were visually stunning.
I've noticed that many devs, like the one behind 'Being a DIK,' for instance, incorporate similar elements. Is this really as popular as it seems?

I absolutely hate it.
I understand that it's important to the plot. This is a plot device designed to build friendship and more between such different people as Nadia, Sonia and MC with Nami. And even get close to the hot Professor Mueller. This trick allows the author to place some scenes into the virtual world that would be out of place in the main story. Maybe some special kinks and fetishes, who knows what these sneaky aliens are capable of. Yeah, I understand all of this. But still I don't like the context switching in the main story, neither I liked the D&G in BaD nor I will ever like the tabletop game in SG.

 

[Grumpy Old Aussie]

I'm curious to know how many of you enjoyed the sci-fi element in the story, particularly the part where they played the alien game? Personally, I'm not a big fan of such themes in VNs, but that's just my preference – no offense intended to the creator. I must admit, though, the scenes were visually stunning.
I've noticed that many devs, like the one behind 'Being a DIK,' for instance, incorporate similar elements. Is this really as popular as it seems?

Its a useful plot device, I don't like or dislike it as a story telling tool. I felt this one in SG was a tad long. After a while, I just wanted it to end and get back to the story. Although, if one of my favourites had been in it, I probably would have wanted it to last longer

 

[PaxHadrian17]

I'm curious to know how many of you enjoyed the sci-fi element in the story, particularly the part where they played the alien game? Personally, I'm not a big fan of such themes in VNs, but that's just my preference – no offense intended to the creator. I must admit, though, the scenes were visually stunning.
I've noticed that many devs, like the one behind 'Being a DIK,' for instance, incorporate similar elements. Is this really as popular as it seems?

I enjoyed the Sci-Fi episode.

IMO - it did a lot to advance the story:

The MC got a chance to support Sonya taking some independent action against the aliens as well as getting her out for an afternoon in mixed company.

The MC got a chance to confront and resolve the issue with Nadia (handcuffs in the girl's locker room) so it did not fester.

Potential plot point - the confrontation the MC had with the son of a first team BB coach.

The MC and Nami got an invite to the barn for future games.

A professor arrived late to play - so we learned that students and teachers mix in these activities.

This also leaves the possibility for lewd moments with a professor or two at barn events once the game is done and alcohol has been flowing.

There are lewd cards in game, and these can be used by the women on the MC or by the MC on the women - something for the next get together.

A comment from a few years ago - when they do a DND style event (think medieval), a comment was made that there could be a harem in that scenario.

How that will play out was not mentioned but some flirting in game, finding out that some of the women would share a man could lead to threesome opportunities in the barn or after (recognize that this is years out, but I view the sci fi setting as setting the stage and establishing the ground 'rules' for future get togethers and related encounters).

These are just my off the cuff musings and I am sure I missed other aspects of the Sci Fi setting.

I recognize that some people don't like the setting but, in terms of opening up story opportunities, roleplaying can get the job done.

Cheers!!

 

[Geralt From Rivia]

I'm curious to know how many of you enjoyed the sci-fi element in the story, particularly the part where they played the alien game? Personally, I'm not a big fan of such themes in VNs, but that's just my preference – no offense intended to the creator. I must admit, though, the scenes were visually stunning.
I've noticed that many devs, like the one behind 'Being a DIK,' for instance, incorporate similar elements. Is this really as popular as it seems?

According to the scenario, they played a tabletop role-playing game. But Ocean forgot one important element - immersion. This is a role-playing game, and should have variety and different endings. With Ocean's it's just a linear run like another level in Call of Duty. What's even sadder is that this board game is clearly modeled after X-COM.

And no matter how much I was annoyed by the similar Dungeons & Gremlins in BaDIK after 20 runs of the game, I must admit that PinkCake implemented it very well. A huge number of choices, scenario moves and endings. You can die and fail the game many times without knowing what to do. Sort of Souls-like inside AVN. ( It's a shame he didn't add the killer chest ) It doesn't add anything to the main plot, but it does add variety to the monotonous point and click. Ofc, if you only play through the game a few times. More - and it's annoying.
So my personal opinion is that Ocean failed this point.

 

[matschbirne]

What's even sadder is that this board game is clearly modeled after X-COM.

MicroPros or Firaxis?

 

[Geralt From Rivia]

MicroPros or Firaxis?

Firaxis. The alien designs, weapon and armor details are very similar.

 

[matschbirne]

Firaxis. The alien designs, weapon and armor details are very similar.

I'm oldschool and prefer the old one, but you're right.

 

[JJ1960]

The MC got a chance to confront and resolve the issue with Nadia (handcuffs in the girl's locker room) so it did not fester.

Plus Nika got his daily dose of potassium, which may turn out to be the miracle cure for his erectile dysfunction.

 

[Ilhares]

Plus Nika got his daily dose of potassium, which may turn out to be the miracle cure for his erectile dysfunction.

He should make it a habit to steal the banana daily, and only give her a piece of it if she's behaving.

 

[zetlak]

Do we know if the steam version will have steam achievements?

 

[NoParking]

There's no rape or ntr plans in future right?

 

[minibaer12]

There's no rape or ntr plans in future right?

Nobody in this forum can answer this question for you because we don't have any crystal balls. Only the developer can answer that for you. Please use the official channels for this.



My personal answer would be: RIGHT

 

[soprano31]

There's no rape or ntr plans in future right?

you really are an obsessed NTR and rape hater,aren't you ?