Final status update - Episode 7
This week I pushed to produce the remaining content; I'm almost finished with this.
Starting in a few days, I will start working on this list:
Meticulously play and polish the update
Double-check variables, choices, branches
Compatibility test changes with older saves
Rewrite/trim/touch up scenes after playing
Add any content needed after tests
Initial spellcheck before proofreading
You can expect an update that will give you plenty of content regardless of how you choose to play. There is plenty of branching in this episode, and once you start to play the update in different ways, you'll discover its layers.
I'm extremely proud of the work I've put into this, and I can't wait to release it.
I have a lot to test given the new features I've produced for this update and the complexity of the branching storylines.
I don't intend to rush this important part of development, but I'm sure that beta tests will start sometime in April.
This status update will be the final one before release.
As soon as I know more, I will post notifications when beta testing has started, a preliminary changelog, and a release date announcement when I'm positive that I can deliver to a certain date.
Testing will get the time that's needed without any stress. Bear with me and my testers for the final stretch, and the update will be here before you know it.
Have a nice weekend DIKs!
Dr PinkCake
Comments (69)
Most excellent chapter, I was wondering though if there is or will be a release of the soundtrack? few of those songs I really like. Depending on your agreement with the rights owners, maybe selling it? Or posting the songs on Pandora?
What a great experience chapter 7 was. The characters, story and overall visuals keep getting better and better. I am looking forward to what is planned for the future. Enjoy your break DrPinkCake.
Damn Masterpiece... Words can't describe how I feel after playing trough this game. The only thing I could think of to make this game better is by adding real 3D graphic and ability to touch and feel the texture of the skin of those magnificent girls. Hear their voice.. or at least voices of actress with damn good voice acting skills because I won't let my ears bear to hear voices that do not match the characters. So realisticly speaking adding voice actors to this game is the only possibility of improvement of already perfect game. Jesy.. Jill.. Bella.. Sage.. Especially the first three hit all points of sexiness and cuteness. From Jesy being the cutest to Bella the most sexy. Jill is the perfect balance of the two. I hope for some action with Bella and Jill in next episode. Because you can't tease Us forever with them. Give a starving dog a bone will you?! Great Work! Keep it up!
Damn... It seems that Sage's going to do a lot of "catching up" in this update, huh? Hope this friday be THE friday *-*
probably next firday or next next friday
I'm saving my jizz until ep7 comes out!
It looks like this and Where the Heart Is are going to drop within a couple days of each other, so there's just no way I can prepare for that.
Oh man, it's the calm before the storm! My fingers are already itching. Other places are itching too... )
Still waiting for ep 7
trust me we all are. Itll will be worth the wait he hasnt said anything casue hes probably working his butt off to push this out for us
Wohoo April!
I'm so excited (I know everyone here has said the same thing) but I can't wait to play.
I can't wait for this update to come in. I'm so excited to see what happens.
Cant wait to play it!
the wait really becomes agonizing when you know it's almost ready.
Is this game meant to penalize you for going full chick? Or is the "reward" for being chick loaded further into the progression of the game? Just feels like the opportunities for some scenes favor Dik more than chick. I suppose Maya Josie/Jill/Isabella is more chick oriented and Dik gives you the rest.
I think you answered your own question but penalize isn't the right term. It just depends on what you are after. The ones you listed generally favor the chick choices as that fits with their personality but it's not an all or nothing requirement. Likewise, the others are more the party type so they favor the other but can vary. Choices have their consequences. You'll have to do multiple playthroughs to view everything the game has to offer and hopefully you enjoy it enough to do so.
How are you supposed to update your old version?
If you check the current release post, you can see how you updated the game between episodes 5 and 6. It will be the same way for episodes 6 and 7. Either patch your old Patreon version or download the full game.
As the 69th comment on this post, I see myself forced to say it: Nice
I can tell the part that is going to make me hate myself for all the choices I’ve made is coming up and I’m not sure I’m emotionally ready for it.
Dude, I'm with you on this.
Looking so forward to the next episode. You do an amazing job on every episode. Thanks for your time and effort you put into bringing us a great story and scenes!
will we get a final Preview doc?
do patrons get beta texting and if so what tier?
As far as I know DPC has his own closed beta testing team, no tier of patreon will grant you a place in that team.
Fan theory: MC's mother will be revealed at some point to be related to a character we already know. We know she came from a family with money, which gives us Jill, Tybalt, and Rusty as top possibilities. We know the MC's grandfather had a superiority complex, which might mean Tybalt or Rusty are more likely, but we also know that Jill's family pre-arranged most of her life, so they might have certain "standards." I just played "Acting Lessons," which came with a huge, M. Night Shyamalan twist, which leads me to look for one in "Being a DIK," but I could also be way off-base as well :)
Very nice,but Sage,s family is also of money,just another thought,in that line.
How much of a DIK do I need to be to make Quinn like me? Sage told me to talk her up, really hope that's in episode 7.
also if you gave money to help the hots in eps 5
It's not even close dr Pinkcake has written a better story than most triple titles. All these other adult developers need to get on his level...
You and Philly have the only two stories I really give a shit about. Looking forward to whatever you've got planned next.
I started out on steam but i had to come get more episodes. You have a really well written story here there is only 1 other i like as much as this one. I am more in it for the story but the scenes are beautifully done. I am not sure how far you are taking the story you have room to go a lot of directions and for a long time. If i may make one small suggestion. Maybe start bulking up the main character maybe show our boy growing up with all the training he is doing. I remember i bulked up the first year i was in the military and i even played football in high school. But that 18 to 20 years old time frame for me anyways i bulked up. Just a suggestion to show his shoulders getting broader and more defined in muscle mass. Give the girls something to comment on lol
So excited
Will make sure to play the new episode on Patreon, then! Awesome work on Steam, dev! Absolutely love your work.
I have a bad feeling that I have to make another walkthrough until this update...
Can't wait bruh, I require more josie pls. Only complaint is you're really stringing out the Jill and Isabella scenarios. Luv your work.
Cant wait
Sounds good, and increase my Expectations :) looking forward for the release to check it out.
Thanks so much, Doc!
Hell to the yes
I am so EXCITED to hear this news! I have this feeling that I can't wait, but know I must. So, looking forward to branching storylines and really everything else too!
Just did a playthrough of Ep 1-6 and noticed something based off of a recent event. The DIK house is the exact same house (at least the exterior) of that of the real house involving the DeFeo family murders in 1974 aka the house from "Amityville Horror" film series. Don't know why I didn't spot it before. I wonder if any of the other houses are renditions of other famous buildings. Just food for thought while we patiently wait for Ep. 7
Doc we are waiting patiently. and we'll be grateful for every small details that YOU put in this update. I cant wait to go back to my bros and my girls. Thnx Doc for the world that YOU created for us to enjoy.
i can't wait
Hell yeah can’t wait gonna bet probably somewhere from 2 to 3 weeks maybe a month but we’ll worth it the is update sounds amazing
WOOOOOOOOO!
"Haha, he goes 'Woo' like a girl!" and I couldn't agree more.
Thank you Dr PinkCake, looking forward to when it’s ready!
I can hardly wait.
No it's california, you had it right lol
This game is awesome, but that is thanks to this Pandemic that shut down California. Anyway glad i found this game long ago as each update, the story gets more intriguing.
Wait, only California shit down?
Wouhou nice, Can't wait for it :)
Can't wait to play, also can't wait to discover the changes through the branching story via multiple saves. I will be most curious about patch size as well. Dare I say ~4.5GB?
Thank you, DPC, for all your work, I hope you're not overworking yourself and that you'll take some well deserved time off after this update, you've absolutely earned it.
can't wait for the release, played trough 1-6 time and time again just to see bella!
Omg waiting is over guys ❤️❤️❤️
Good news. Take your time.
Really looking forward to playing the next update. :)
You're the GOAT, Pink. Will be renewing my $25 pledge once she's ready. Can't wait!!
YEEEE-HAAW! LETS GO BELLA SIMPS, WHO RUNS THIS SHOW!!? Awesome work DPC!! We appreciate you ❤😭🙏😌 :GiveBella:
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One more month.. I won’t survive 😭
Thank you for your hard work! Can't wait. Hope to see more from Bella :*
Awesome!! Thank you for your hard work :)
litty
Great news! Looking forward to the update
Awesomeness. Cant wait!