Just to update you all on the progress:
So after re-rendering episode 1 (you will notice a big change in quality if you haven't already) I also completely updated the GUI (textbox, main menu). As of right now, I have 200 images rendered, 6 new characters for the update (classmates, teacher, and Sera's boyfriend), and most of the dialogue is written for episode 2. I could have the 0.2 out before the 8th as a Visual Novel (very easy to code).
I still plan on making this a sandbox style game, the framework is all set and in place and so far no bugs. But coding it is a real pain in the butt. That's the ultimate goal, is a Summertime Saga style sandbox game with no inventory and one stat per character (romance level). I was hoping to get achievements in time for the 0.2, but finding a way to make them locked and then unlock them once you reach the requirement is another thing I have to figure out how to code.
Thank you all for your comments and support, it helps a dev get through hours of coding and rendering.
P.S. Here's a butt
