hey everbody any new news concerning the updates
ViperGts151 used to kindly provide us with weekly updates.
Now, I don't know if he was discovered and banned from Patreon, or if he just unsubscribed tired of the remasters, but on Patreon the developer seems to keep posting weekly updates.
Real life got in the way been busy and missed the latest Development status.
Development Status: Chapter 08 #04
November 25
Weekly Development Update
Hello, dear supporters! ♂
It’s time for our weekly update, and today I have plenty of news to share. It’s been about 15 days since our last conversation, and I’m here to provide detailed insights into the progress of the first part of Chapter 08, which is scheduled for release at the end of next month.
What to Expect from the First Part of Chapter 08?
In December, we’ll release a small part of Chapter 08 for you. This segment will introduce two major events:
The battle between the MC and the Vampire Society,
The War of Vampires vs. Werewolves, taking place on the grounds of the Crowley Mansion.
Progress on the Opening Scenes: MC and Joshua
The chapter begins exactly where Episode 7 left off. Despite the large and detailed environment, I managed to position the initial scenes of the MC and Joshua’s confrontation without too much trouble. I made a few adjustments and tweaks to streamline the process, and I’m happy to say that the first part of this fight is already complete. ✅
A Bigger Challenge: The Battle at Crowley Mansion
Now for the truly challenging part: the war between vampires and werewolves on the Crowley Mansion grounds.
The mansion’s setting is incredibly demanding, not just because of the building itself but also due to the dense vegetation surrounding it. Who would’ve thought grass and trees could cause so many issues? On top of that, the large number of characters involved makes positioning everything even more complicated.
To make things harder, rendering these scenes often results in technical issues like "fairyflies" (those pesky little light spots). However, with patience and adjustments, I’ve been able to work around these obstacles.
Key Scenes and Battles
The war is unfolding across several locations around the mansion, and I’m preparing exclusive scenes for multiple main characters and even some side characters. The main focus, however, is on an epic showdown between Rebecca Tribell and Carmilla de Gaia.
I hope they can settle their differences without tragedy, but remember: your choices in previous episodes could significantly impact the outcome of this battle.
A Taste of What’s to Come
This first part of Chapter 08 covers only 25% of the full chapter, so don’t expect conclusions to the fights just yet. The idea is to showcase how things are getting more complicated for everyone: the Rebecca, Izabelle, and Anabelle face mounting challenges, including a pack of vengeful wolves enraged by the desecration of their forest.
This content will provide about 1 hour of gameplay, depending on your reading speed. Think of it as a teaser for the main course that will be the complete chapter.
Technical Challenges with Hardware
As I’ve mentioned in previous updates, my current graphics card has been a significant obstacle in development. It lacks the power to handle very detailed settings with many characters on screen simultaneously.
Unfortunately, upgrading to something like an RTX 4090 is out of the question for now. Here in Brazil, due to outrageous prices and absurd import taxes, the cost of such a card can exceed $4,000.
For now, I’ll keep working with what I have, saving where I can, and exploring alternative solutions to improve the game’s quality. My goal is to invest in a better setup by 2025. Until then, I’ll use my skills to create separate and optimized scenes, limiting the number of elements to ensure smooth progress.
Don’t worry: these limitations won’t affect the chapter’s development! The work continues, no matter the hurdles.
Next Steps
This week, I’ll wrap up the necessary renders, and next week, I’ll start working on the initial dialogues and the chapter’s written content. The entire post-production process will happen throughout December, ensuring this first part of Chapter 08 is ready for you by the end of the year.
A Special Thank You
I want to close by expressing my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for your constant support, patience, and encouragement. Every message and interaction gives me the energy to keep pushing forward and delivering the best work I possibly can. You are amazing, and this project exists because of you! ❤
Until the next update, stay tuned for more news. December will be packed with exciting developments!
With gratitude,
NoobPROGames
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