Status update Episode 9
This week I've been working methodically, producing art for shorter to medium-long scenes and checking off my checklist as I went.
I've been working on the free-roam environmental art needed for me to test the final free-roam event too.
Soon, I'll be able to test the entire episode for the first time without any errors or blocking areas. There will be art missing during that test, but that's how it is when you develop these games.
The episode will be the biggest in the game so far. Funny how that always happens. I have reached 4103 posed renders, and I have ~30 more scenes to make art for.
Reaching 4000 renders is a big milestone for the episode, and that's worth celebrating.
It's been hard to be accurate with guessing how big this episode will be, but we're getting closer to the end of the development cycle. Tasks are becoming more defined, and the checklist is shrinking.
My mindset lately is that I've come this far, and I'll add what I want for the episode, regardless of how many more renders it takes. I'm not going to rush or leave out the content I've planned. I don't think anyone wants that.
There's more art on the schedule for next week. I don't think I will need to reach 5000 renders to complete the remaining 30 scenes, but time will tell. My current strategy is to work on static renders and leave animations for a bit later. While those remaining animations render, I will playtest and polish everything.
Plenty of animation work remains, but I'm making progress. No PC is idle, and neither am I.
Completion stats
Static renders: ~85% (4103 posed)
Animations: ~75% (229 posed)
Have a nice weekend
Dr PinkCake
Comments (38)
lilly roll would be something else, damn!
I found this late, but I just want to say that this game is quite literally the best damn game I have played across all genres. The animations are beautiful, the story is well written, and the comedy is hilarious as shit. Huge fan, thank you for all of your crazy good work and I can't wait for what is coming.
Quinn is much more likely than Lily. Saying you want a Lilly solo route is like saying you want a Mona and Camille solo route. That’s just not what their character was designed for. They don’t have that kind of depth
Wait, what? She pretty much tells you that she'd like the MC and her to be a thing and that it would work well since she's a HOT and he's a DIK.
I'd love a Nicole solo route. She tells you that she wants something serious pretty early on.
agree
I just hope there will be a Quinn, Lily and solo Josy route.
IDK if there will be any Quinn and Lily route. however Lily hinted about rolling together, and Quinn just shrug off the idea of being ''couple close'' as gross. so both are basically a hint of something. but Josy does have a solo route. even when not choosing Maya you still get to roll with her. even tho she still loves Maya. The right question should be, hope it won't end in a bad way due to her love for maya.
"I'm not going to rush or leave out the content I've planned. I don't think anyone wants that." 100% FYI to whom it concerns. EVGA is no longer making graphics cards. So if that is you're preferred company. Now is the time! Just thinking about "no PC is idle".
I preferred gigabyte due to their 2 slot cards, but they also stopped manufacturing those.
Killing it! so excited
can't wait to see all the surprises lol
I appreciate the dedication brother, thank you
You are a machine, doc. Huge respect. Can't wait to try the episode
I am filled anticipation, but it's going to be so worth it.
Great update! I can't wait to delve into Season 3! Absolutely have loved it so far and have done 3 separate playthroughs! :D
The game is always worth the wait. This is going to be a huge update. Can't wait (but will, because it's going to kick ass).
Love your dedication! As much as I wish it was out for halloween I'm glad you're true to yourself and rather give us a complete and high quality product even if its a bit later. I wish you and your family a great week end and as always keep up the good work. Cheers DPC 🤘
You do you *assman* 😂
This is the kind of Dev I like to support. Weekly updates and produces quality products! I wish more people would follow your lead you should teach a class on being a Dev and how to be involved with your supporters
I wish more devs were as detail oriented and committed to completeness. In general, I refuse to support most using my wallet because they seem to find any excuse under the sun to delay, rush, or just put little effort into expanding. I feel like the bar is set so high here that it's become the gold standard for (me) whether it's worth pledging monthly.
Thank you for putting your heart into this game! It shows every time I play, very happy to be along for the ride! Have a nice weekend Doc!❤️🔥
Thank for the amazing work, be sure to enjoy your weekend 😊
don't have a good day have a great day. been waiting for a while wantin to say that
❤️ have a great weekend, Dr.pinkcake and everyone else.
Have a very nice day Dr. PC 🙂
If it was possible to be patron to only one person, I would easily pick you. Take as much time as you need.
Do you think with how big the episode will be, you've considered adding it to steam as its own standalone DLC? "The halloween episode" or just "Halloween"?
Thanks again, enjoy the weekend.
Thanks for the update DOC , have a nice Weekend
Thank you for what you do. My only regret is that your game was the first AVN I experienced, and every other title has lived in its shadow.
So many other Dev's here on Patreon should use you as a case study for how to keep their communities updated and engaged. Love your work and really looking forward to the next release :D
Thanks for the detailed update Doc. Have a nice weekend.
❤️❤️❤️
absolutely true that nobody wants content to be cut from the game, thanks for the update Pink!
Great news Doc! Have an awesome weekend!
I love how detailed your status updates are!
Thanks Pink! Have a great weekend!