You Spoke. We Listened.
Last week, we announced that we were putting the Unity version on the backburner, and it quickly became clear just how much the Unity project means to many of you. What we missed, and what you made crystal clear, is that it’s not just about content. It’s about connection, and we hear you.
Here’s the Plan
To bridge that gap, we’re going to take the Ren’py Android build and convert it to PC. This gives us the best of both worlds: a version that keeps the connection and quality-of-life features many of you value, while also giving us a consistent, stable environment to build from.
We’ll be re-exporting all the assets incrementally. That means in the short term, some images may not be at full quality, but it’s a do once, cry once situation. We’ll lay out a clear progression so you’ll know what to expect.
What This Means
You’ll get a PC version that preserves the feel and flow you love
We’ll bring over subtle QoL improvements from the Android build
And we’ll have a unified structure to move forward with stronger, more consistent content delivery
So When’s This Happening?
Henshin’s plate is full, and now we’ve added a bit more to it. Once the first batch of re-exported images is done, we’ll send the new PC version your way. You won’t be left wondering. We’ll share a detailed rollout plan as we go.
Wrapping Up
This wasn’t a path we expected to take back in 2021. But it’s 2025 now, and it’s time we deliver on what matters most to you. Thanks for pushing us to see the bigger picture. We’re on it.
—Gunsmoke Games
Comments (25)
Out of curiosity for the main game and the devices, when you upgrade them to bring them to the cells there seems to be 2 additional upgrades that obviously haven't seen any additional work. Were they just there to fill that location or was there a plan to further the corruption of the girls at a later point? On that note would there be potential pregnancy options in the future as there seems to be at least suggestions for such and would that be the trigger or effect the eventual end game if so?
I really like the direction you guys are taking the game and I support this direction. I hope you take this opportunity to refine certain interactions and dynamics present in the game. For example, I really like the concept of purchasing items from Tala's shop. However, I find it impractical that you have to select a specific item to activate it. Currently, this is not a major issue, since the Collar is the only item that unlocks new scenes and interactions. As a result, players tend to keep it active by default. However, in the future, this mechanic could become frustrating if new items are introduced, as players will have to constantly switch between them to access their functionality. My suggestion is to make the item system passive, where items automatically work as soon as they are acquired. The item menu could be used only to check item descriptions and see which ones have already been obtained, eliminating the need to manually switch between them. This change would simplify the player experience and ensure that the focus is on the interactions and narrative, without unnecessary interruptions.
Good.
Excited to hear this and looking forward to the progress.
honestly this probally should have bin done some time ago i understand why this path wasn't choosen before but with every update it the work that needed to be done to convert just got bigger i'm glad to see it coming in now and hope this will make the workflow easier and look forward to the upcoming updates
I want to correct a little part there. The stand alones actually made this decision easier. As all new content is already in PC resolutions. It's cells and bordello that need to be re-ported.
This is the best choice. The only major benefit to unity is the unified world but with the ren'py builds the utility of those are undeniable and plainly better in everyway. Would like the cheat menu because restarting runs are painful enough (many glitches in unity have soft locked me out of content) but on the replay system alone where you get to replay with dialogue is reason to change enough.
Awesome, once done will this mean deprecation and retirement of the Unity version and full steam ahead on Renpy only going forward? As a software engineer I know I'd be in favor of moving to a single engine and code base for everything instead of monkeying with multiple code bases.
Yes, I wanted to use the word depreciate, but I felt it would lack a personal tone. But you're correct full steam ahead on Ren'py. Single engine and code base for everything.
I appreciate the dedication I just wish there was a perfect world where you guys could accommodate our feedback and not have to work so hard.
Hey awesome to hear. Thank you guys for listening to our feedback. Just to quell any expectations. with this news has the plan for the update you guys had planned before this news changed? Should we still expect that while the renpy version is being made? Figured I'd ask in case anyone asks and blows up the chats
Yes, nothing is changing going forward for the next updates.
So just to clarify, this isn't a fell Ren'py remake (time consuming), it's just porting the Android version to be playable on PC, correct? I'd be fine with that as I don't play the game in fullscreen anyway
No it's a full Ren'py remake. We have the Android version, we just need to up all the assets quality as we won't have RAM limitations.
Thank you.. the game is very special and I think you could even continue it. You know there’s no reason you couldn’t open a portal to all of the Marvel characters next or different things. The important thing is that the game is a whole is playable from beginning to end. It’s fun.
SR wants to keep SU contained to DC, costumes, references, and background characters re-using designs (or being a cameo) in, say, Themiscyra aside.
Finally! I've been waiting for this for years!
I wish the Unity version cheat menu, or an approximation of it, could be added to the Ren'py build. I think it is generally more convenient (and easier to navigate) than the REn'py cheat menu in the vault section. Especially for quick villain rehires.
Glad to hear it. Hope everything goes smoothly for you guys!
An excellent bit of news, I am a supporter of a number of small studios that realised that engine improvements are vital and many are willing to wait if it means a better overall experience. Also glad to hear the main game is going to get more love again. Guess I should bump up my level again. Damn paypal is down, will do it tomorrow.
Hopefully the wait won't be long with our incremental approach to upping asset quality.
I've seen a lot of creators crash and burn on this app because they didn't listen to their audience, treated them poorly, or got overwhelmed and didn't know what to do. Marble syrup comes to mind, with their lack of communication, constant vacations, and lack of content. The fact that you guys got on this so quickly, course corrected and found a way to work through everything in a way that while it's not perfect and understandably so, it is still going to be pushing things forward, is really remarkable and praiseworthy. Thanks for all that you guys do, and we look forward to seeing what you guys are capable of this year. Also add batwoman and Cassandra Cain xD
Thank you so much for the kind words!
So, not on the back burner anymore. Will the standalone content be added in as well as the events you were planning?
All in one. Stand alones will be exclusive to Android and Web where size limitations matter.