Now that the fairy tale is over, I’d like to share my thoughts too.
First off - somehow I already had a hunch about how this would end, even before today’s news. Understandable, I guess.
Even though I didn’t vote (since I believe it should ultimately be Tak’s decision), I have to admit - the final outcome left me really disappointed, as expected.
Somebody mentioned Tak ignoring the majority vote. To me, though, it looked more like he used the poll as just one part of the bigger picture when making a decision, rather than relying on it completely.
It’s not the 1st time either. I still remember canon path drama that led to the poll. Back then, majority (around 70%) voted to keep the canon path as intended - myself included. But Tak still changed it. I was a supporter at that point, but after that I actually started having doubts. Not a fan when Devs start bending or altering their own vision just to cater to vocal groups. Some minor stuff - ok, but not canon story events.
I think I actually dropped subscription after another change - when the 3some path was added. Since then, the game has gone through a few significant shifts (paths deletion, lewds), and in the end, it felt like it started losing its original charm. Not saying it’s good or bad - it just is what it is.
Anyways, that’s just my humble opinion of course.
That said, despite everything, I still loved the game. And Lorelei… damn. One of my favourite Lis in AVNs.
Also, credit where it’s due - Tak was always consistent and productive, I mean ~1000 renders per month (as was already noted) is insane compared to many games. Unfortunately, softcore romance just doesn’t sell as well these days compared to pure fuckfests.
So, good luck with the new project! Personally though, I won’t be part of it, either as a player or supporter. Don’t want to get disappointed again when another story ends the same way.
P.S. Apologies for my probably gibberish english from time to time, still drinking my morning coffee
