There's a new free post on Patreon and new update
New Release (0.1.7C) OUT for MacOS. And stuff.
5 hours ago
Heeyy, so why isn't the next full release here after the long delay? I didn't manage to get it out on time (I mean the new deadline, end of the year).
So as not to be a total letdown and failure, I'm compiling and releasing the belated MacOS version and including some stuff with it, because I'm not expecting you to test it without some incentive for the player.
'But Dev, just how short is this anyway? If I wanted to play with short disappointments, I'd be playing with my pp.'
Well, it's around 45 mins if you explore all paths. Two ensemble events stitched together. So most guys will be there, plus Cyn because why not.
Pixeldrain link, because I won't take Patreon off pause until I catch up:
Since it's the first Mac release, please let me know if anything goes badly.
Full disclosure, this guy is also back:
EDIT: I caved in to the pressure of people believing this is a joke post, so I'm also compiling a WIN version so you can actually check it out, if you feel so inclined. Not beta tested by anyone other than me.
How to get this thing back on track?
I'm recruiting help. I REALLY need someone to help me with communication, keeping Patreon updates and teasers flowing, and being better at managing all that stuff. Not to mention the lovely Discord, which has a life of its own and I wouldn't dare mess with that. But Discord rules state we are responsible for moderation, and I suck at that. I know this sounds silly to most people, but if you ever experienced shut-down levels of freeze and anxiety over some random mail from your boss that ends up being just a silly greeting, you'll relate as to why I'm unable to keep up with all this part of hosting Patreon.
So I have already secured help for the aforementioned. I will introduce our new manager-chan here soon, or as soon as I figure out how to surrender those powers and post-edit privileges here on Patreon.
ALSO need help with one particular aspect of illustration. As I have mentioned, the CG illustration process goes a bit like this:
3DCG → AI CG → Photoshop for fixing whatever got messed up.
3DCG "base" renders use DAZ3D for this. Our current MC and most of the girls are DAZ3D Aiko-based. Very quick renders. Once that's done, everything goes through an AI pass, then Photoshop editing, which is always necessary. I really like the process, although sometimes it may be more time-consuming than needed.
So I've been looking into bringing someone on board who can give a hand with at least part of that process. When I'm funding a release, I normally guesstimate the amount of compensation at around $12 per hour. Since I live in a low cost-of-living area, that's actually not far from what my regular job pays. But I know that I may struggle to secure the right help at that price point. I'll continue asking around and checking the Discord for competent help we could get at that level.
When is the REAL full release coming? (ie, why Patreon is still paused)
I was hoping to have the full release around the 7th, and I think I still can, depending on just how much of the 0.1.8 stuff I did way back in October I want to keep and how much I want to discard.
PC:
You must be registered to see the links
New Release (0.1.7C) OUT for MacOS. And stuff.
You must be registered to see the links
5 hours ago
Heeyy, so why isn't the next full release here after the long delay? I didn't manage to get it out on time (I mean the new deadline, end of the year).
So as not to be a total letdown and failure, I'm compiling and releasing the belated MacOS version and including some stuff with it, because I'm not expecting you to test it without some incentive for the player.
'But Dev, just how short is this anyway? If I wanted to play with short disappointments, I'd be playing with my pp.'
Well, it's around 45 mins if you explore all paths. Two ensemble events stitched together. So most guys will be there, plus Cyn because why not.
Pixeldrain link, because I won't take Patreon off pause until I catch up:
You must be registered to see the links
(Yes, this is the download link for now, will add other servers later)Since it's the first Mac release, please let me know if anything goes badly.
Full disclosure, this guy is also back:
EDIT: I caved in to the pressure of people believing this is a joke post, so I'm also compiling a WIN version so you can actually check it out, if you feel so inclined. Not beta tested by anyone other than me.
You must be registered to see the links
How to get this thing back on track?
I'm recruiting help. I REALLY need someone to help me with communication, keeping Patreon updates and teasers flowing, and being better at managing all that stuff. Not to mention the lovely Discord, which has a life of its own and I wouldn't dare mess with that. But Discord rules state we are responsible for moderation, and I suck at that. I know this sounds silly to most people, but if you ever experienced shut-down levels of freeze and anxiety over some random mail from your boss that ends up being just a silly greeting, you'll relate as to why I'm unable to keep up with all this part of hosting Patreon.
So I have already secured help for the aforementioned. I will introduce our new manager-chan here soon, or as soon as I figure out how to surrender those powers and post-edit privileges here on Patreon.
ALSO need help with one particular aspect of illustration. As I have mentioned, the CG illustration process goes a bit like this:
3DCG → AI CG → Photoshop for fixing whatever got messed up.
3DCG "base" renders use DAZ3D for this. Our current MC and most of the girls are DAZ3D Aiko-based. Very quick renders. Once that's done, everything goes through an AI pass, then Photoshop editing, which is always necessary. I really like the process, although sometimes it may be more time-consuming than needed.
So I've been looking into bringing someone on board who can give a hand with at least part of that process. When I'm funding a release, I normally guesstimate the amount of compensation at around $12 per hour. Since I live in a low cost-of-living area, that's actually not far from what my regular job pays. But I know that I may struggle to secure the right help at that price point. I'll continue asking around and checking the Discord for competent help we could get at that level.
When is the REAL full release coming? (ie, why Patreon is still paused)
I was hoping to have the full release around the 7th, and I think I still can, depending on just how much of the 0.1.8 stuff I did way back in October I want to keep and how much I want to discard.
PC:
You must be registered to see the links
