I just want to make something clear.
The disappointment and annoyance I have over the update time is aimed at my self due to my own hopes (no pun intended) and because I want to deliver it to you guys to enjoy as quickly as possible.
It is however not to the people that have high expectations due to the wrong reasons.
I have and will always be transparent. This game is my side thing. A hobby that I enjoy when I started and have only grown to love more. This I have said time after time. I have other things I enjoy as well. Such as going to the gym (I was sitting too much).
Some may respect that fact and some may hate it. I understand, but it is what it is.
About patrons. Only patron as long as you feel like you can both support it economic wise and if you feel like the dev is delivering what you want from the dev. Whatever that may be, as it is different from person to person.
I respect 'em all. Patrons, former patrons, and non patrons. As long as people enjoy the game, that is what is important.
Happy New Year!
Not gonna lie, while it would have been pretty nice to have the update before the New Year, as you said it is what it is. Everyone has either other things they enjoy doing and also other commitments as well, and Devs are not exempt from that.
Also, you've made it crystal clear from beginning that this is a hobby.
So don't feel too bad for us, about not being able to deliver it on time (for 2021). Cause those of us who love the game and genuinely enjoy the game understand your position.
For what it's worth, I think the season finale will be a real kickass way to start 2022, and I'm hyped for it.
But before that, just wanna wish you and all the other DeLuca soldiers out there a Happy New Year.