Dev Log Jule #1
Hey everyone! I disappeared for two weeks again, didn't I? Sorry about that - I've been working hard on the games, plus some offline stuff got in the way.
I want to try posting regular dev logs to keep you in the loop. Otherwise it probably feels like I vanish all the time.
About the New Game
First of all, I want to thank everyone who played the prototype and shared their thoughts. It helped a LOT! Your feedback gave me tons of new ideas on how to improve the game. And I'm glad that most of the reviews were overwhelmingly positive. That feels great.
By the way, I've updated the game. The link is still here: Link
I've added three new scenes and one more girl. No spoilers - those who want to know can see for themselves.
Right now the game is in its exposition phase. Many of you pointed out in your feedback that the MC has no backstory at the beginning. That's actually by design: the entire first version is meant to be a gradual reveal of the past and present of the main character and the "main" girl. Yes, I call her the "main" one for obvious reasons, but the other three ladies will get plenty of screen time too. Don't worry - you'll have plenty to choose from.
I'm happy with how it's going so far, but progress is slow - all because of my urge to polish the game to perfection. For example, at the last moment I decided to redo about twenty renders just because I spotted a tiny mistake that most likely no one else would ever have noticed. I need to train myself to be a little less of a perfectionist. After all, I'm making this game partly to relax, right?
Steam Page
I'm also working on the Steam page - so that as soon as the first version is out, you can add the game to your wishlist. You will do that, right? 😳
This eats up a lot of time too: descriptions, artwork, screenshots, trailers - and I have to do it all myself. So I hope you understand. But once I'm done with all of that, I'll be able to focus entirely on the game itself. And nothing else!
About TIF
I still need to write a separate post about TIF - work on it is actually moving along too. So there's a good chance that after the first version of the new game, I'll release a TIF update as well.
One Last Thing
So, what do you think about me posting dev logs like this regularly? I like the idea: I get to keep you updated and complain about life a little while I'm at it! Isn't that great?
Let me know in the comments what you think - both about this format and the updated prototype. I read everything!
Всем привет! Опять я пропал на две недели, да? Прошу прощения - много работал над играми, плюс навалились дела оффлайн.
Хочу попробовать делать регулярные отчёты о разработке, чтобы держать вас в курсе. А то кажется, что я постоянно пропадаю.
По новой игре
Для начала хочу поблагодарить всех, кто поиграл в прототип и высказал своё мнение. Это ОЧЕНЬ помогло! После ваших отзывов появилось много новых идей, как улучшить игру. И я рад, что большинство отзывов были исключительно положительными. Это приятно.
Кстати, я обновил игру. Ссылка всё ещё здесь: Ссылка
Добавил три новые сцены и ещё одну девушку. Спойлерить не буду - кто захочет, сам всё увидит.
Сейчас в игре идёт экспозиция. Многие отмечали в отзывах, что у ГГ в начале нет никакой предыстории. Так и задумано: вся первая версия - это постепенный рассказ о прошлом и настоящем главного героя и «основной» девушки. Да, я называю её «основной» по понятным причинам, но остальным трём дамам тоже выделю достаточно времени. Не беспокойтесь, вам будет из чего выбрать.
Мне пока всё нравится, но работа идёт медленно - всё из-за желания вылизать игру до блеска. Например, в последний момент я решил переделать два десятка рендеров, просто потому что заметил маленькую ошибку, которую, скорее всего, никто другой и не увидел бы. Надо приучить себя быть чуть менее дотошным. Я же делаю эту игру в том числе для того, чтобы отдохнуть, верно?
Страница в Steam
Ещё работаю над страницей в Steam - чтобы сразу после выхода первой версии вы могли добавить игру в вишлист. Вы же это сделаете, да? 😳
Это тоже отнимает много времени: описания, оформление, скриншоты, трейлеры - и всё приходится делать самому. Так что надеюсь на ваше понимание. Зато, когда со всем этим закончу, смогу сосредоточиться непосредственно на игре. И только на ней!
Про TIF
Отдельный пост про TIF ещё напишу - там работа на самом деле тоже идёт. Так что, возможно, после первой версии новой игры выпущу и обновление для TIF.
Ну и напоследок
Как вам идея выпускать такие девлоги регулярно? Мне нравится: могу держать вас в курсе и заодно лишний раз пожаловаться на жизнь! Разве не классно?
Напишите в комментариях, что думаете - и про формат, и про обновлённый прототип. Читаю всё!
Comments (6)
Neat
Жаль, что пробник только для платной версии Патреон. Девлоги можно было бы выпускать в Дискорде./ It's a pity that the trial version is only available for the paid version of Patreon. Devlogs could be released on Discord.
"main" girl sad for me
I'll be a little selfish and say that, since I don't do Discord, these devlogs are pretty much all I have to learn about the progress of the Devs I follow, so I appreciate them immensely. So, by all means, post away! Haven't played the new version so no comment on it yet. And great news about TIF continued progress!
Devlogs are the main way to stay in touch with the developer, follow the game’s progress, and stay interested throughout development. They’re definitely a great idea😎.
GOOD MONDAY AFTERNOON 🌥, PIXEL AND EVERYONE!!! I didn't even notice, Pixel 🤣. It's all good, and stop apologizing. It's your life 😅. Hope you're doing well? Took care of business 🤵😎? That's right... I didn't even give my feedback for OBT 😅... it was fantastic 😁👍🏻! I'm looking forward to more. Sometimes a new game is needed to break up the pattern and spice things up 😛. Can't wait to play this new version! AND I'LL BE SURE TO LET YOU KNOW THIS TIME 😂. Because I don't know what to look for 😂. Unless you're a Dev playing other games (which is real). You won't spot or notice a thing. Nope 😅... Everything must be perfect EVEN if this is JUST a relaxing/side game for us/you. This is still a combination of what you have learned and improved throughout the years 😅. Everything should be down to a tee 😅. I expect nothing but the best 😅. "Ummm, no pressure, Pixel 😂🤣😂🤣." Of course 😂. And it's all good. You take your time working on the Steam. All Devs want to get there eventually. Hopefully those Steam pricks will accept this game. "You got cheated with TIF ✊🏻🔥🤬!" Speaking of TIF! I can't wait to read that post 😋. 😐... I mean, Pixel... I don't know how to tell you, but posting Dev Logs/Updates is the norm for Devs 🤣. Along with WPs, Renders, and extra activities/yummies for their supporters 😋! Now, as to how regularly you should post? I don't know? I have Devs that post weekly, biweekly, and monthly. All on you, brother 😅. I mean, just combine both OBT/TIF updates into one 😅. As always, thanks for the Update, Pixel!!! Keep on keeping on 😉!!! ALWAYS EXCITED AND EAGERLY WAITING FOR YOUR GAME AND READING YOUR POSTS 🙌🏻🔥!!! Love and appreciate everything! You ❤️, your ladies 😍, your posts 🥰, your wallpapers/renders 😘, and your game ❤️! Always make my days better 🌈! Thank you, everyone, always, for being in my life and being a part of my routine 😉! Stay safe, stay blessed, and stay in PERFECT health, beautiful people! And don't forget to stay hydrated! And you're never alone ❤️🫶🏻🫰🏻!!! OUR AVNS AND OUR DEVS CONNECTS US ALL 🤗!!! Have an amazing and beautiful week! I'll catch you all—ON THE NEXT ONE ✌🏻😁!!!
