Status update Episode 6
Beta testing will start before the end of October.
The release date will be sometime in the first half of November.
I'm not setting a final release date yet, because if testing fares good, it's going to get released earlier.
It's time to start preparing for the release, even for you.
The best way you can do this is by having a clean install of your game ready and then download the new patch upon release.
That will help a lot to reduce the stress on the servers.
If you need a fresh version of the game, you can get it here.
If you want to download the entire full version on the release date, that's fine too. But be advised, servers will likely be slower due to the high demand and the full version is ~11GB.
The patch on the other hand is ~3.0 GB. The patch will only work with unmodified Patreon versions v0.5.0, v0.5.1 and v0.5.2.
For uploading, I will be using multiple hosts as always, to give you alternate mirrors to download from.
I promised you a changelog for this week's status update and here it is.
It's subject to marginal change due to testing and in case of any additional/scrapped content.
-- Changelog v0.6.0 --
Added Episode 6 that includes
3334 renders
162 animations
34 songs
25 sound effects
Added a fast travel system for free roam events. It can be turned off in Preferences and is only active for a subset of free roam events starting episode 6.
Updated code for affinity and DIK status calculations.
Added an optional text box mode with an opacity slider to the preferences menu. Text legibility is improved by enabling this mode, but you will get centered text and a low opacity black text box when playing the game.
Removed the option Rollback side from preferences, due to redundancy.
Fixed bad variable names, episode 1-5, overriding a python library.
Your affinity will now be displayed in conjunction with major choices.
Fixed a bug with the number of scenes displayed in the Stats app that could be unlocked in episode 5.
Fixed a misalignment issue of the gallery for an Episode 5 mixed special render.
Revamped the episode title and ending overlays for episodes 1-6.
Made cosmetic changes to the episode stat report for episodes 1-6.
Revamped the Reward app.
Revamped the Scenes app.
When unlocking a special render, the character you unlocked a render for will have an exclamation mark in the Rewards app.
Fixed a bug where writing on Maya in episode 5 would register almost any word as being cute.
Fixed a faulty button placement of Maya #4 special render in episode 5.
Corrected typos
I estimate the playtime for the update to be somewhere between 4-6 hours for one proper playthrough.
Soon, DIKs.
Dr PinkCake
Comments (68)
Ep 7 answers all that 😂
can someone confirm about those 2 pictures in jill's draw 1 is of bella, but the other photo is not bella, i spent 10mins trying to figure it out but you can see part of the names on the 2nd photo first name is short but the 2nd name is longer than bella's name it seems to me the 2nd name stats with a L... if anyone remembers what jill said during the date with MC about her older sister..im guessing its jill and her older sister in the 2nd photo....
I've been wondering about that too. I'd like to be able to scrutinize the photo further, but know I can't find it. I know I've seen some speculation that it could be Lynette, but the timelines don't jive. But then it's hard to tell how old Jill is in the photo. We know she's at least a couple years older than MC and Jill in the photo looks older than 2, but as an artist, I know how difficult it is to do children accurately, and that software especially sucks at it (young Ciri Witcher 3 for example). I still think Lynette is a possibility, however slim.
I am not sure how many episodes in total are planned.I just finished Ep5 and while I have loved everything you have done, I have a caveat. If you do to me what you did in Acting Lessons, I will write a very sternly worded letter about this. Nobody should make a grown man cry that much over a video game.
I'm sure that would fire back then, as much as Acting lessons is as sad as it is. The story was good, but the choice in the end was just overboard indeed. But a overjealous nurse, on a killing spree in a school environment.... i don't see similiar thing happening in college. Unless it's gonna be chad or dawe that went crazy. Not seeing any lead to that either.
My Maya is almost back! :D
My Sage and Heather almost back
wait so do I lose my saves when I get the new update. I saw the stuff about the clean version and I was wondering what that meant.
clean version as in not modded
DPC already answered that one. if you changed any of the game files (not related to save files) then you should do a fresh install. that includes using 3rd party mods as they could alter the game files.
Stupid question but what does he mean by "fresh" copy of the game. If I edited it to enabled console commands do I need to reinstall it again?
Yes, that's modifying the game that I distributed. If you only played the game, it's good to go. Anything else might give bugs, and I will not assist with any of that if you didn't have a clean copy.
THE LINK OF THE PACH IS THE SAME FOR MAC AND WINDOW
No, they are not. Please check again, all links are correct.
pink if i dont get the opportunity to take down bella this episode...i might cry cause at this point you're just teasing us. but jill, i think you might hold out on us some more lol. but cant wait till november.
Bella (Happy face) Jill (Sad face) LOL
That's what I love about DPC and his games. Every update, even though it takes a few months, always has HOURS of content with it. Love you, DPC!
Thanks for the update Doc. Looking forward to moving the story forward.
Looking forward to this. Currently on 3rd playthrough and aiming for Neutral ;)
ok all you maggots that are obsessed with Bella.... how bout this NICOLE > Bella......Prove me wrong *sips coffee*
Bella is a more complex character and her interactions with MC are more emotionally impactful. On the horny side of things I think she has a nicer character model.
Wow, I haven't checked this page since late August due to a return to school and COVID-related illness in the family. I am BLOWN AWAY by how much progress you've made in these last two months, Doc! My money couldn't be better-spent. Thank you for the consistently thorough updates, and keep up the great work!!
I think there were two kinds built in: an optional scroll bar on the right or left and the mouse wheel. Maybe its just the optional one being pulled.
Nooooo not the rollback 🤣🤣🤣
Rollback "side", not rollback. The option removed isfor Android, which this game doesn't support, thus no need for the option.
Rollback system removed. Orz.
Damn I can't wait for the release.
man they must be really big free roams to need a fast travel lol here i thought episodes 5 free roam of the prep mansion was big
maybe you won't be restricted to one location anymore. that could be cool, and might widen the branching even more.
Fantastic amount of content work, DPC! I've been with you for a few months and I can agree with the above statement, "Hardest working guy on Patreon." This game and story just keeps getting better and better. I look forward to the excitement and emotional roller coaster you have in store for us. Thanks again and all the best!
Yooooo! So exciting! I'm super psyched Doc!
What does "fast travel system for free roam events" mean ? You will be able to clic a room to go there instantly, like in some sandbox games ?
Essentially, yes. It will make sense when you see it.
Just to clarify, I will have to redownload a clean copy with no previous saves in order for the update to work?
think a clean install is the best route to avoid bugs glitches or maybe issues like breaks in code imo think its a suggestion for clean install to save on complications later
Why I need a clean download of the game? Can't I use what I have now and just patch? I currently have 0.5.1 version on my pc.
I am suspecting clean means, no Unren and/or no installed 3rd party mods :) So, if you did nothing of the sort, you should be okay.
Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy. I can hardly wait to see if my suspicions, expectations and wishes come true.
You aren't kidding, me too!
Its a nail biting finish....🤭🤭🤭 Cant wait.
Im so hypeds
Can't wait should be great
Ohh yeesss ! I think i will finish my day of work sooner
Let's see, 4 hours times 20 playtimes = 80 hours. That's two weekends, plus another full play through during my week off...
In an early September status update you said there would be some new features that we would be really excited about but after reading what's on this list I'm not sure if I'm missing what you were implying or if you're keeping it as a surprise from us. Is it something we'll find out for ourselves when we play the update?
In short: Yes.
I am so ready for episode 6. Really looking forward to this release. Thanks for the update Dr PinkCake.
OK, I'm stupid, but I'm fine paying for a non-steam download outright, but $10 per month to get access to downloads at all? Am I missing something? $120 is a chunk o' change for new content.
Hi! You don't have to stay a monthly pledger unless you want to. Many choose to pledge when a new update is released and lower/drop the support between the releases. What you choose, is up to you.
Great news, can't wait!
Thanks DR. PK .... This will be a blast to play from 1 to 6...
Thanks for your continued hard work, DPC! Make sure you are well and happy as always working on your beautiful, addictive game!
That sorts out November for us! :)
Fuck Yes!
LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! :Give_Bella:
QRPWERKEWPFWEWQ!!! Yes! Yes! Yes!
OK BOSSMAN NEUTRAL AFFINITY UPDATE A DIK'S LIFE
This November is shaping up to be a boon for gamers with the release of episode 6 and CDPR's Cyberpunk 2077. I can't wait!
That and Our Red String from Eva Kiss, which next chapter probably will be ready by the end of November.
Im very excited can’t wait its gonna be awesome tyvm DPC
DIY brothers, let the renovations begin! ;)
Wow Doc you really outdone yourself with this update. 4-6 hour long? Thats almost as long as a COD campaing.
looking forward to this one!
Wow, big update, really looking forward to it!
Yeeeees !
I appreciate all your hard work as always. Thank you. :)
Thanks for the update DrPinkCake 🖤
YES YES YES!!! CANT WAIT