Prototype's done!
I was planning to create a fully functional prototype, with every possible option and outcome simulated, but Hyneman and Tommygun convinced me that that'd be overkill. So today I completely finished one branch from start to finish, and shared a working prototype of it with the others in the team.
I'm really excited about this. Tommygun observed that the new approach will turn sex scenes into "something really close to a complicated quest in an RPG". esclavage described it as "a decision tree that allows for flowing action instead of the current recursive Sex Engine". It's going to be a serious improvement.
Next steps
I want to give the others some time to experiment with the prototype and suggest improvements. Also, as someone who prides himself on working without breaks: I feel like I need some time to recharge.
I've always seen the Patrons as my bosses, which is why I always try to be transparent about progress, plans, successes and setbacks. Something I also need to be transparent about is that right now I feel like I might be burning out – I feel tired and run down, I'm stressed out and irritable about small problems, I've developed a fucking eye twitch – I need a little break so I can keep producing.
So, I'm planning to take it kind of easy tomorrow and the weekend. I'm a workaholic, so I'll probably spend some of the time catching up on community messages and doing some planning for the next sprint, but I basically just want to bimble for a few days. Next dev day is Monday. Have a great weekend, guys, I'll see you then. :-)
Comments (13)
You definitely deserve a break.
I think that you should gather some first hand impressions during the weekend to improve on the Sex Engine later on.
Please take some well-deserved R&R. I went through two burn-outs by overdoing something I loved doing—do *not* trifle with your health (because, apparently, body are grudge-bearing bastards…)
You need a break to move forward. You're working hard enough.
You've done an insane amount of work. Take a break. I just renamed 900 files by hand, and found out that I have to rename them again. Arrg. I know how you feel.
Take a break, I'm sure it'll be good to relax and help bring new ideas to the table. This week seemed like a lot of work and great progress for it, you've earned a rest.
Take a little break, stretch the legs and get away from the computer for a little bit... then get back at it refreshed. You've been doing a wonderful job so far and don't want to see you burned out or rushing things.
Have a great weekend! Recharge and relaxation is key to not just a good life, but creativity. So heed your 'bosses'! Kick back and forget about it all for a few days!
When you rest and relax your subconscious gets a chance to create new amazingness. Take the time - three days, week whatever
Get some well-earned rest, friend. I've seen burnout kill too many passion projects. Self-care first, always.
Hell, take the week off.
Take the fucking weekend off dude
You worked straight through last weekend so you def deserve a break. Enjoy some R&R and try to not think about the project a bit. Glad you are getting good feedback already from the team 😊