Rogue-Like 5/22/17
It came up in last week's post that it would be a good idea to post on a roughly weekly basis, even if I hadn't done anything particularly exciting, so here it goes. ;)
I've been working my way through Rogue's dialog, converting things to the new system. I'd come to a realization that there was a slight redundancy, which was in "fondle pussy" verses "insert pussy." They were mostly the same thing with some minor variation, so what I did was merge the two. Hopefully this will be a smooth transition. Now "insert pussy" is just a speed setting of fondling her pussy, similar to the different types of blowjobs. There is an approval check the first time through, but after that you can just switch to it automatically. Streamlines several areas.
I've also finished the fun little Rogue classroom scene, which should appear randomly now, when conditions are right. The Rook is the writer who's been working with me on this new content, hopefully you guys will enjoy the new dialog. He also worked up a version for Kitty and some other stuff, but I'm still working on converting that over.
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Would you like to make a Linux release of Rouge-Like?
I could, I suppose. Renpy can output in that. There hasn't been demand for it so I haven't bothered yet. Is that something you'd like?
Do you know if there is going to be any particular benefit to being in a relationship with any of the characters? You currently can be with Rogue and it seems you put much work into that with the little dialogues you can have on the side. Is there anything that will make it unique, being in a relationship solely with one person over another? Willingness to engage in activities with people they like? (ex-Kitty is best friends with Rogue) Will there be characters who don't like each other and will it be more of a challenge to get them with other girls? Some sort of system that has choices that one person may like but others won't because you please one person over them?
Well, for one thing, "dating" a character gives you a decent bonus when trying to do anything with them, so it can be helpful in convincing them of things they otherwise might not do. Also, being an "ex" to a character involves a significant penalty to those actions, so ideally you don't want to be there either. I'm still balancing that system out, and working out ways to recover from "ex" status without dating again. Also, since Kitty and Rogue are friends, this may not be immediately obvious, but they are more hesitant to sneak around behind each other's backs than other characters might be. The game tracks how much each character likes the other characters, ranging from hating the other person, to being neutral, to being friends, to being attracted, to being in love, and that definitely impacts how they react to one another. Rogue and Kitty start at the friendly state, doing things that seem like a "betrayal" can reduce that (although I might want to add more options there), and doing things that are sexy around each other tends to increase their bonds a bit. And yes, there could be characters that take this even more seriously, and perhaps almost require a commitment to get anywhere, or that are very hesitant to go behind anyone's back. Once Emma is added, for example, none of the three will particularly mind if you're in a relationship with her or vice-versa. There's still plenty of room to build that out though, I'm aware that not all the elements are fully in place yet.
then release it as a massive update
I think it would be better to keep pushing forward
So oni what canwe expect for kitty in the next release?
Dating, and probably fondling and increased support for threesome actions. Maybe some other stuff. Depends on when I want to cut bait and actually release something verse keep pushing it forward. Whatever doesn't make the next version will end up in the one after, of course.
Thanks for taking our suggestions to heart Oni. You are an example of what a developer should be. Engaging with your fans is the best way to keep them around and im glad to see you take our words seriously. You are the kind of person i will support and follow forever.
So soon we should see an update of the game? and see more of the Rogue and Kitty story lines?
Hopefully soon, I still have some work to do with converting the systems over.
Thanks for this, regular updates really do make a big difference to supporter engagement
I liked the kind of a hidden thing(?) with Rogue calling you daddy :D