"Next Episode" button.
Hi, guys.
First of all it is the 8th of August already, meaning that we have only like 4 months left until it's year 2018 already. Unbelievable... :(
In today's post I want to discuss one of the small changes I will be making with the upcoming release of "SC34" Episode 02.
So, let's just dive right into, because we have no time to waste: I could blink and it would be the December already.
So, after playing the first episode of "SC43" many people felt confused after finishing all the quests and events because it was not made obvious whether or not they finished current portion of the game.
I think it was a very legitimate problem and I plan to fix it in episode 02.
Here is how it is going to work. After beating all the quests and events in episode 01 a button will pop up somewhere in the main menu. That would mean that you have beaten all the main quests and events. Now, you can continue playing but until you hit that button, the story will not progress any further.
After you hit the "Next Episode" button - the next portion of content will be unlocked. New quests, new events. Everyday phrases the girls say will be updated and such. As you continue playing through episode 02 eventually you will complete all the quests and events again. And again, the "Next Episode" button will pop up. Now if you click it, since there is no more content yet a short scene will start and lola will say something like "Episode 03 coming soon". And that is how you will know that you have reached the end of the current game. (You will still be able to continue playing but there will be now new story content).
I hope this explanation wasn't too convoluted. Also I planned to discuss this and other small changes in the release post, but it could get a bit crazy and hectic like it always get's during that time, so maybe it will be smarter on my part to just let you guys know about these things while I am still working on the release.
Another thing, this episode is taking me way to long, and I don't like it. To speed things up I am cutting some content like quests, events and even some already finished show-animations and some costumes, but you should not worry about that. This does not mean I am cutting them completely, it's just means I will work on them in episode 03.
And I think I will stop talking for now. Please don't make any assumptions about the release date, you know me: it's ready when it's ready. But I hope to make another post soon with a slightly more concrete info on the current state of development.
Thank you for your support my dear Akabites ^_^.... My AkaBros... My AkaBrotheren! (OK, I'm done :)
Comments (77)
By the way I hope you can add in keira from jak & daxter or tess
Don't mean to post so late but just wanna say you're doing awesome man on all the games you've made. Right now I'm having financial issues while attending university but once I'm steady with cash again I'll be sure to pledge akabur 🤘🏼
would be nice to know witch version this is... cause I downloaded the game from your website and played it but there is no "Epsiode2" button. pls help me Boss ^-^
Hope SC E2 push in this year. It is incredibly slow development...
Well when you create a dialouge tree, where each new character has to react to the newcomer, it can get pretty lengthy indeed. Just know that the longer it takes him. The better the content will be.
Hi Ô Great master akabur, do u know when the new episode 2 will pop up? love ya <3
I can't find any download links for the game.... sadly
I had this crazy vision of Akabur 2027,u doing sex-based video games but it's like instead of what it's like now u create AI chatbots of princess Jasmine and shit, that's what I think u gonna go into
Akabur 2027: "Star Channel 34 Version 0.3 delayed!" Jk, I love you Akabur, keep up the good work and don't get too stresed :)
it is good to know about progress also not that good because it would take more time but... dosent matter when release come important is quality and that is perfect in all your games...
Thanks, buddy :)
Hopefully after you fuinshed this episode you take a break for awhile. I got a question. What do you have plans after sc34?
What he said before is that he has a line of girls that he wants to put in. I think he will be stuck on this for a while.
I love your work and I am always amazed at how serious you take this 'job' (honestly seems more of a hobby/passion to you than the average workday)! Looking forward to the next update, and have actually managed to convert an irl friend to your work (an Akababby), lol. Who knew people were able to talk about these games outside of the internet! ~Akabro~
Thanks, man. Like I already said in the post above: I appreciate your support :)
I'm not supporting Akabur at the moment, but you honestly need to relax with your entitlement. Making games is hard work and it takes time to do properly. Akabur has been making games for a while. You had plenty of opportunity to know his schedule and expected turn-around. This kind of negativity is not helping anyone.
Since when "supporting" someone means $$$ ? You ARE supporting me with your words of support, man. And I am thankful you for that.
Would be nice if you asked your supporters how they feel once in a while. Just saying btw.
As a fan and someone who looks at other artists for their games on similar engines, I would just like to say that these games are not made in a month or 2 or 3 for that matter. So if that is what you were expecting than this is not for you. Also on the overview page it clearly says that the money is a tip jar not a wage. Pull your money and your pledge if you like but don't expect good quality to happen over night.
Dear Akabur, I am one of your fans, I really enjoy your content my English isn't very good but I will try my hardest to explain how I feel. It has been a long time since you gave a release of your game, and for a person to get paid 5k a month every month for a year without releasing a anything. I believe everyone's money and time/money on you has been in many ways, wasted this is a personal opinion but I believe you have became comfortable in living off us. I don't make 5k a month, but I do make 1,200 a month (physically working) and my life has been well because of it. I can relax, have fun go on vacations every 6 months, and I can still work on projects. But sir you an entire year all you have posted was irrelevant updates, we are giving you our hard earn money for what you make. Now I feel like it may not be worth it. When you release this update and i beat this game in 4 hours this "New release" I feel this one whole year of waiting would not be worth it. farewell and I am sorry
I have only two questions for you. Questuon #1: What's stopping you from canceling your pledge? Your Lifetime Support is $6. If I send you those back will it make you a happy person? Question #2: What makes you think you have the right to speak on behalf of everyone?
Akabur bro when r u going to live stream on YouTube ?
After I release the Espisode 02 probably. A bit too stressed to stream at the moment. But I absolutely do want to get back to streaming in the future. ^^
Akabites?,I prefer Filthy weeabos
As you wish. I shall address you as a filthy weeabo from now on.
Have it say 'are you sure?' So that it isn't accidentally hit
Hm... Seems a bit like an overkill...
Can not wait for him
Coming soon.
All hail akabur, first of his name, king of the akabites and protector of the realm
You are too kind my loyal... peasants! ^_^
YES
YES!
Akabites 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. Take ur time bro
Akabites ^_^
That solution sounds very aka-elegant!
Heh ^___^
Akabuddies...
^_^
En español, Akanijos
Я не говорю по испански, бро.
That's a tremendous idea :o I can't wait for the next update :) (Sorry, I'm still working atm :P) Take care o/
Take care, BroWaifu.
la verdad me parece bien que te tomes tu tiempo y que lo que no puedas poner el el episodio 2 lo hagas en el 3
saludos desde latinoamerica
Does that make you our Akaboss?
Oh you gone done it now. Im gonna call myself an Akabro forever, yup Akabro for Lyfe!! Also this "Next Episode" button is getting me really hyped It makes it feel like its really an episodic. Oh man im So excited and please feel free to tell me more i can always listen to you ramble about this game. Signed "The Akabro"
Ha-ha-ha. Got it. Thank you for your support, Akabro!
That button is a great idea because we can mess with the current stuff before we add a new girl. Also Akabur, we are your thugs and you the mob boss from that one news report. Can't wait for the next post!!!
Exactly! Sit tight my trusty thugs. Good things are coming! ^^
Sounds promising, and cutting a bit of the stuff off this upcoming episode sounds like a good way to release some pressure off future releases. Also, I'd suggest "Akabears", which sounds pretty close but also Russian themed ;)
Akabears. That makes sense I think :)
I think if I say "Take your time" this time won't be good :p But thank you for the hard work and your decisions is law :)
Thank you, Lucas :)
Looking good so far i love the idea of a next episode button! I know you've been working really hard on the new update and I can't wait to dig my hands into it and finally get to make more videos on my favorite Masters work. <3
For sure. Can't wait to see you play the game and react to things. It's awesome to directly see someone experiencing my work.
yeah, time flies too fast :(
Indeed.
This. is genius.. no... it's AKAGENIUS,, thisll help alot of people... Not me because Im smart enough to know when content ends but still... even for me I feel like this "next episode button" will be like a "here's a cookie for finishing the content ^^ NOW YOU MUST WAIT FOR MORE OF MY AWESOMENESS >:D.. sorry OTL" at least that's my depiction of you lol. I love these little updates and insight on the game.. thanks for the post and don't forget to rest! ^^ Sincerely, Your AkaFan James
Thank you, James, as always :)
The next episode button might annoy people when they want to progress in only one or a few of the story arcs rather than all of them ("I just want to see X's next scene, I have to do everything else in the episode just to see it?!".But I see the merit in it.
Well, that's how it's going to be. -_-
Sounds like a great way for players to keep track of stuff. Reeeeeally looking forward to this one man. Take your time to make it awesome! :)
And for me as well. It really is easy to lose track of things when you try to make sure that story is told in a chronological order OTL...
Good plan, looking forward to it.
^_^
I humbly swear i will not ask you when Episode 02 will be released.................................so............................................................................ When is Episode 03 gonna be released? XDXDXD Cheers Aka!
I hate your guts! ^^
Oh, that's an interesting idea, I like it, I look forward to be able to push that button ^^ Take your time, and do your best, I know I will enjoy it :)
Thank you, Dorago.
Android version ??? Cuz today i raged while playing dark souls and throwed my laptop on the wall :(
git gud
Thanks for the update Akabur :) I think the button is a good idea to let people know whether or not they finished the portion of the game already, I can understand the feeling of feeling "rushed" even though nobody is actually pushing you XD it sucks I know, I kinda had that feeling when I realized this month I will be nearing my mid 20s already :O and yet I am not settled down or have any children yet unlike my Father who had been had me in his early 20s, now I know the two are not totally alike but it still produced what I am assuming is the same feeling you have, all I gotta say bro is do not sweat it, your games are phenomenal and I think most of the Akabros and Akasiters here signed up and decided to follow knowing that with you it is about Quantity over Quality and sparks of creativeness, it is good to have some haste but not so much where you may accidentally drop the Golden egg, keep up the great work man you are an inspiration for many whether you know it or not! Fight the good fight!
I am in my mid thirties now, so I know exactly what you mean. And believe me when I tell you this: it is only going to get worse with time... :( And I also understand you on social norms pressure. Getting married and having a kid is a HUGE thing in russia. And I missed all my deadlines long time ago. Anyway, thank you for your words of support. Let's grow old together, bro. #nohomo ^_^
Awesome, sounds nice, looking forward it and yeah, time goes like water, no blink!
^_^
This is great news. I love this button ^ - ^