Status of update development. #6

Hello everyone.

There's not much interesting news, so this post probably won't differ much from the others. I finished working on the scenes that had branching story paths, but I might expand them a bit more if needed during the testing of the fully completed update. I also added several new songs, sound effects, and transitions. There will now be fewer transitions through a black screen, which looks much better.

The relationship system between characters has also been tested and works as it should (minus one headache). Some actions in the game will be quite non-obvious, but they will add relationship points and unlock small differences in scenes and some other content. I'll try to include hints in the dialogues about which choice or action might be more preferable for the character you're interacting with to increase points, or maybe not.

Yesterday, we tested the new systems and all the content that's currently ready. Fortunately, there were no issues, and everything works as intended (minus the second headache). Holidays are coming up, during which I'll be working less on the game. I also created several new characters (girls, of course), but I'll only show one for now. Her name is Shannon, and she will play a fairly significant role in the storyline of some characters. I won't reveal who she is, why, or where she fits, because it will be much more enjoyable to discover that during gameplay. I can't say if she is one of the main love interests; time will tell.

Currently, we have *607 images* ready, processed, and integrated into the code. I might add a few images of the new girl later, so you can get an early look at her appearance. Therefore, instead of a preview, there will be one of those images.

Thank you all for your support and engagement, guys! See you during the holidays, sending hugs to everyone!