- Nov 14, 2017
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With Tracer and Widowmaker being both in the game now, I kinda want the latter to be available as a "blue futa protagonist" option to replace Mr Helmet. I mean, if you're familiar with Overwatch Rule 34, you probably saw that kind of stuff a lot
- Aug 16, 2017
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Yeah it's very easy to just pop into Discord/Patreon and post a quick update, even just a single sentence like "Still working on it but no timeframe for release as yet, stay tuned"
When the devs disappear like this it usually means they aren't working on it, either they hit a roadblock or are just simply milking for time. Hopefully this is not the case here but I have my doubts.
I've been a Patron on a few projects over the past few years and - I must say - if I am expected to 'support' on a monthly basis, then I have the expectation that, at the very least once a month I'll have something to chew on. I can, of course, tolerate perhaps one month or - if I really push it - up to two months without any new content released; and still pay. I've done it before, but I got burnt in some cases here and there (it's not common though, most Patreons I've supported over the years do provide new content every month to justify the monthly support).
The main issue, however, like others have stated here, is that we're going through a period of complete radio silence. When you're a Patreon and have a 'support base' (the Patrons) you're effectively doing business, essentially. If you don't stay in contact with your consumers / supporters, they leave; and in some cases they demand refund (just a way to say that in the business world if you're your own boss and do business, might as well do it well, or your ship will sink but you won't bring your supporters with you; they'll find another boat just fine).
From what I understand it's not the first time that HenryTaiwan stayed inactive and silent for weeks (or months). If there's a history in his case of doing this sort of thing then it should already be a red flag, unfortunately. If you're a Patron for his project don't feel bad for cancelling membership for the time being. You're always free to come back eventually and support again if you want. But HenryTaiwan needs to communicate what's going on to his supporters. He's not doing this for free, but that's the tricky part: you wouldn't do it for free, but you depend on your supports supporting you to start with to receive said money to provide the willpower and reasoning to work on this project; so treat your consumer base with respect, first, the rest will follow.
It's actually possible that HenryTaiwan has been working on 'stuff' in the background. The problem is: we don't even know that if that's the case. We naturally assume the worst first (that he's simply inactive and hasn't been working on his project at all, for all we do know).
The main issue, however, like others have stated here, is that we're going through a period of complete radio silence. When you're a Patreon and have a 'support base' (the Patrons) you're effectively doing business, essentially. If you don't stay in contact with your consumers / supporters, they leave; and in some cases they demand refund (just a way to say that in the business world if you're your own boss and do business, might as well do it well, or your ship will sink but you won't bring your supporters with you; they'll find another boat just fine).
From what I understand it's not the first time that HenryTaiwan stayed inactive and silent for weeks (or months). If there's a history in his case of doing this sort of thing then it should already be a red flag, unfortunately. If you're a Patron for his project don't feel bad for cancelling membership for the time being. You're always free to come back eventually and support again if you want. But HenryTaiwan needs to communicate what's going on to his supporters. He's not doing this for free, but that's the tricky part: you wouldn't do it for free, but you depend on your supports supporting you to start with to receive said money to provide the willpower and reasoning to work on this project; so treat your consumer base with respect, first, the rest will follow.
It's actually possible that HenryTaiwan has been working on 'stuff' in the background. The problem is: we don't even know that if that's the case. We naturally assume the worst first (that he's simply inactive and hasn't been working on his project at all, for all we do know).
Haha man I really hope he's not gone again, I literally just remembered this game existed after forgetting for like 2 years after his last absence and I was surprised he even came back after that. I'm gonna be so bummed if he up and disappears again
- Jan 13, 2020
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I can't refute this post, only tell the facts: Radio silence happened before, for nearly an entire literal year. It was doing the worst of the pandemic, so I surmise it's more excusable, people thought he was actually dead, not in the jokey way. After that he said he would endeavor to have more of an online presence to manage expectations, and he kinda did, you could see him online on the Discord with some frequently, and would even personally discuss issues with users. Since the last girl release, though, he hasn't come online as far as I've observed, though my schedule does not allow me to be obssessively online anymore, so you can take that with a grain of salt. Finally, he did say actual updates would start taking longer than a month, since he wants it to feel substantial enough for him.
All in all, I say people are justified in pulling out of the Patreon. It's their money. I know I, as a non-payer, will continue observing the progress through both this thread and the Discord, and keep giving news whenever possible.
- Feb 28, 2019
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If he comes back with a total remake with exclusively 2B, Aerith and some DoA girl with some new poses (again), I'm gonna nuke Taiwan.
- Jul 22, 2020
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- Nov 2, 2016
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Reading threads before posting should be mandatory...
Whenever you think a creator ditched, remember there are still people believing the next version of Xstoryplayer will come out "soon"
- Jan 17, 2018
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For all those having problems with the game stuck at the beginning, black screen, music going, you can see the command list but nothing else happen. I found a simple solution, the game and all the files need to not be hidden hehe
Someone else also pointed out that putting the folder on your desktop might work. Also try all exes and run them as admin.
Edit: first post! funny
Someone else also pointed out that putting the folder on your desktop might work. Also try all exes and run them as admin.
Edit: first post! funny
- Aug 4, 2020
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