Regarding future development, and making the game free
Added 2020-04-16 11:20:42 +0000 UTCNice to meet you. This is MJ speaking for the first time.
First things first, I'd like to talk about the upcoming update.
It would be difficult to release an update this month as well. As a result, we've decided that from now on we'll release the game at irregular intervals rather than monthly.
To make up for it, we'll be releasing the updates for free until the game is close to completion.
As you may have heard from Aoigai, I don’t have a lot of time to work on the game anymore. To be more specific, as of 2020, I unfortunately only have 2 days a week (the weekend) where I'm free to work on this project.
To make up for my absence, Aoigai has been working extremely hard these past few months to keep up the regular updates mostly by himself, but this ended up taking a very heavy toll on his mental health. He has recently been trying to get professional help and is trying out all sorts of medicine to help his condition.
I feel fully responsible for not taking action earlier, and I offer my sincerest apology to both my friend Aoigai and to our audience on Patreon. I’m really sorry.
After talking things over, we’ve decided upon the following changes to the project:
1. The development of the game will slow down until Aoigai can recover, which will hopefully happen soon.
2. We’ll rethink the tiers on Patreon and begin releasing the game for free.
3. Replying to every comment individually may be difficult for the time being, since that was Aoigai’s job until now. [Alice Magic, the translator, here; I'll try to respond to some comments myself for the time being to at least keep you guys updated.]
4. The next update, which was planned for the end of this month, will likely be delayed by a week or two. It’ll continue on from the bath scene; we’re putting the city route on hold for a whlie.
I’m sorry that my first post to you guys is this glum and feeble. I’m aware that it’s not very responsible to plead to our patrons for sympathy, but we promise we’re going to keep working on the game, bit by bit, and we pray from the bottom of our hearts that you’ll stick by us even during these hard times.
Thank you.
Comments
Congratulations again for your incredible work, I really hope you will get healthy and continue this really great project. If you can, it's really important not to give up because it's a masterpiece in the field and you take a lot of care, this game is absolutely divine and I would love to see a full version one day with many bonuses, many paths, ultra micro shrinkage, scenes a little more intimate, choices of clothing like lingerie and high heels, but I trust you 100% to continue this incredible work! And whatever the wait it is really important not to put pressure on yourself, the work will take time and I prefer that you take 5 years but that the game is even more incredible than it already is! Thanks again for all you do.
Alex
2020-05-14 10:56:41 +0000 UTCI love you guys. Keep up the good work and never give up! We all want you to take care of yourselves and have fun with the project
2020-05-10 14:39:51 +0000 UTCDo you guys plan on adding more vore scenes?
2020-05-07 06:36:49 +0000 UTCWhen do you expect the final version would be liberated? You don't need to be super specific. Just around what years.
2020-05-07 00:53:59 +0000 UTCPlease, PLEASE, take care of your health before anything else. Most of us are donating because we can afford it, so do not worry about that not the game, we already know how talented all of you are and how this game will be awesome. We don't care if it takes several more months or years. Mental and physical health is so important during those difficult pandemic times, so please take care, do some fun things as much as you can and do not overwork yourself for us
kolaprov
2020-05-06 16:18:16 +0000 UTCFinally got a chance to try this in VR, and its as good as I had hoped!
Navar44
2020-05-04 03:34:22 +0000 UTCLooking around, I don't think you guys should have to fear about all your patrons abandoning you in a dire time. We knew updates were going to slow down and everyone was okay with it. If we have to wait a little longer, then that's fine. Always make your health your top priority, and we'll still be here happily waiting. Until the next update, stay safe, stay healthy, and keep it real.
aHomester
2020-05-03 23:52:47 +0000 UTCUnrelated, but my PC gets a bit hotter and a lot louder when playing this specific game. Is there any reason for that? Other VR titles are just fine, but this one is a bit overwhelming it feels like.
Baba Oaoa
2020-05-02 18:58:52 +0000 UTCMJ & Aoigai say before have no intention of including sexual content at the moment and perhaps in the final version.
GRios
2020-05-01 22:45:12 +0000 UTCWill there be sexual content between the characters. Like using makotoh as a dildo from cherry or something
2020-05-01 22:10:53 +0000 UTCI think, however, that this can be something great. I am confident in my ability to come up with scenarios and great character models even for incidental stuff. If you will welcome me on board, I will not let you down. I will not try to instil my own vision onto your project, I believe in this project because of the exceptional demonstrations you have provided. Humans are wierd. You will never feel completely a part of them. But you must use them when you see fit. Be wary of this because anybody who wants to hijack you, will certainly try. Good luck.
2020-04-29 01:53:49 +0000 UTCHello, I have experience with Blender and I will like to help however I can with 3D modelling. I will state right from the outset that I expect no payment. I think what both of you are doing is very commendable and I have ideas for how we can develop this further, adhering to your artistic vision, which I personally believe you have proven to be exceptional at every step of the way. I mean this seriously, there are a lot of fetish games that really amount to nothing. I understand that Aoigai is going through a difficult time and I cannot sympathise enough. I appreciate that I don't have the same expertise as those currently involved, but I am very passionate about the project and I have ideas that I believe are lore friendly and lead to exciting encounters between Ms. Chieri and Makoto - the playable character. In fact I think the characters in this are so believable that it puts a lot of similarly scoped games to shame.
2020-04-29 01:50:23 +0000 UTCi love the motivation and the passion behind the game soo take the time you need dont rush it!
2020-04-28 20:41:08 +0000 UTCWhile your dedication and passion to this project is greatly appreciated and known, you are both people and at the end of the day your health and happiness is more important. I'm fine with time gaps between game updates, you guys communicate with the community so well and keep us posted that that alone makes up for how you may feel with "delayed" updates. I can't stress enough that you both take care of yourselves and maintain your happiness. We are all eager and excited to see the next thing you guys bring to the game but that cannot happen if you are both burnt out and unhappy. Take the time you need to live and do what brings you joy. Stay safe and thank you for what you do.
Mk_35
2020-04-25 19:39:09 +0000 UTCMJ, remember your and Aoigai's health is top priority, this is just a game which can take a setback, there is enough to explore now so take care of yourself and aoigai.
Michael Horn
2020-04-25 10:01:01 +0000 UTCAoigai, there is no need to work yourself ragged for self-imposed monthly content requirements. When you work on the game again, you should be able to work a simple 8 hrs for 5 days. If it takes 3 months for an update THAT IS FINE. Get into a normal work routine and let us pay your salary. Treat this like a normal job with normal work expectations, no job wants to work you until you drop and neither do we. We love you.
Donovan
2020-04-25 05:16:50 +0000 UTCI am deeply sorry for making everyone worry. I don't know at the moment how long it's going to take, but I promise I'll return to working on the game once I get better. Right now I'm spending some time doing everything I couldn't do for the past few years, such as drawing and playing VRChat and other games, as an attempt to recover my mental health. MJ won't be able to respond to comments that much, but please understand that he's very busy himself. I'm sorry that I'm relying on everyone's sympathy like this, but I'm very grateful for all the support we've been getting on Patreon. I promise that I'll use every last cent we earn to make ResizeMe a better game in the long run. -Aoigai
mj_aoigai
2020-04-24 15:54:56 +0000 UTCI will personally stick with you as your production is subtle, intelligent, hot and very well written. The fetish scenes are full of cheap cringy contents and it's hard to find stunningly good sensitive ones : I'm glad I found you. Good luck !
TRGNN
2020-04-23 15:14:27 +0000 UTC>>T さん バグ報告ありがとうございます。 よろしければどのシーンでの状態か教えていただけると嬉しいです。
mj_aoigai
2020-04-23 13:05:00 +0000 UTCI will continue to follow you too, you are the only ones doing a remarkable job in the field and with great care. Cheer up!
Alex
2020-04-23 10:36:36 +0000 UTCバグ報告です! SteamVRのインデックスで(Viveでもそうだったけど)小さくなった時、床を見て、足が床を貫いているみたいです。もうちょっとマコトの立場を上げてもらえると嬉しいです
T
2020-04-23 02:36:13 +0000 UTCHello! Please don't be sorry. Whatever you decide is best, I will still continue to support you guys. I sincerely hope your workload will reduce MJ, and I hope Aoigai feels better. Your mental and physical health is the most important. Please take care.
ChibiMann
2020-04-20 13:02:55 +0000 UTCI've heard that the Japanese work environment can be grueling, I hope you guys stay healthy.
2020-04-19 01:31:09 +0000 UTCtake all the time needed I'd rather a late release and a healthy/ happy game dev and better product due to that than a rushed one that drains you guys :P thats what we donate for :)
2020-04-18 17:52:25 +0000 UTCAoigai should not push himself too hard, his health is the most important thing. Hope he feels better soon.
2020-04-17 17:15:16 +0000 UTCThere won't be character creation, no.
Alicemagic
2020-04-17 15:48:17 +0000 UTCjust don't hurry, you'd better take your time And above all stay healthy.
Varematras
2020-04-17 13:54:13 +0000 UTCYour health and happiness comes first stay safe ill support you guys
sus
2020-04-17 09:05:57 +0000 UTCRaised my tier for you guys. Thanks for all the hard work, and take it easy on yourselves :)
ilikefour
2020-04-17 08:36:44 +0000 UTCHonestly waiting on the city update is fine. I think more of the audience in general has been looking forward to the other scenes more, especially ones like the bath update lol And people will stay subbed if they want to support you regardless of whats goin on. I know I will
Chris
2020-04-17 05:27:46 +0000 UTCis there a possibility to allow for character creation also i am curious if Unity supports Tessellation (for character model only) so that character models can be very high poly (current models are awesome tho) i look forward to any updates and i hope your friend gets better :)
Ponlets
2020-04-17 00:03:18 +0000 UTCAs a software developer, I always quote that the "fastest speed is to go well", and this cannot be achieved by overwork, overtime o overcutting corners. Most strategies besides going well (such as crunch time) tend to have very bad side effects. Take some time to decide a new roadmap over the next months (with rests included). I believe that, in the Patreon environment, being transparent has higher value than being "productive" (quotes intended). Also, I'd consider finding a trustworthy freelancer that you can hire to aid with the development and avoid team burnout.
Lir
2020-04-16 23:36:37 +0000 UTCHave you guys thought about getting another creator?
Elijah
2020-04-16 23:29:12 +0000 UTCStay safe and healthy, that's the most important thing
sm
2020-04-16 22:37:14 +0000 UTCPersonally I’m more into the minigiantess and the psychological aspects of the game, so this is actually great news for me :p Take as much time as you need! And take care :)
Sixfeettall
2020-04-16 20:08:55 +0000 UTCNo worries, you are creating something truly remarkable, please look after yourselves too!
Adam M
2020-04-16 18:45:28 +0000 UTCYep. The three of you are amazing. This is by far the most ambitious sizey game project I am aware of, so do what you need to. ^~^ We will be here with you forever!
Haile
2020-04-16 17:14:47 +0000 UTCStay safe, both of you, and you as well Alice. ❤
Zephyr
2020-04-16 16:03:49 +0000 UTCDear MJ, dear Aoigai - and also dear Alicemagic. Thanks for your great work. I'll stay supportive for you and I will continue to send you my monthly funds. I'm glad whenever updates will come, I love your work but most importantly I also care about your health. So if you just don't have the time, if it drags Aoigai down - I can wait. You guys are creating a great game. And I rather wait than have you feel like rushing or pushing yourself. Thank you your work. And continue being great.
haoLink
2020-04-16 15:12:14 +0000 UTCThe game is being released for free for the time being. If you're subscribed to this Patreon you will still be charged, but you don't have to be to play the game; the Patreon is just a means to help fund the game's development if you want.
Alicemagic
2020-04-16 14:17:43 +0000 UTCNot to sound insensitive, but does this mean we're still being charged monthly or is that going on Pause?
BigGreenWolfe
2020-04-16 14:02:25 +0000 UTCWhen I subscribed to this Patreon I was fully preparated for this. I don't see anything new. It's your fault for setting the "deadline" of every update each month, that is impossible for only 2 people working on it (3, if we count Alice as a translator). Good stuff comes out with a good and steady pace, not in a rush. So, keep to update us some times with some "new features" or "projects" or even stupid ideas. And, when it's ready, release the new version of the game. Don't push yourselves any further. I'm paying for a game, not for your medicines or else. The time doesn't matter. So, get better, and keep working with YOUR pace.
GJBado
2020-04-16 13:46:38 +0000 UTCThis has been hands down the best quality game in the genre. Please take care of yourselves and don't stress too much about the pace.
nanobandano
2020-04-16 13:32:59 +0000 UTCThanks everything you guys have done up til now. No matter how long it takes I know it will be worth it. Praying Aoigai has a full recovery and all of you should do your best to stay healthy and safe! ^_^
2020-04-16 13:07:02 +0000 UTCTake all the time y'all need. Whether sporadic updates or regular updates, you'll have my continued support so long as you have the drive to develop the game. And I'll eagerly await the finished product, however long that takes. :)
Phantom Lore Daddy
2020-04-16 12:51:08 +0000 UTCdude you guys are making a really incredible game and there is only 2 of you doing this much and its "again" really incredible - i cant even imagine how hard you've worked till now on this game since i my self had worked on some small modding projects i can understand how hard would it be to make such a good and well made game and there is only 2 people working this well - thats really amazing - i am sure everyone here would agree and be glad for you guys to take as much time as you need to recover cause we all know at the end you'll come back again and make the game even better and more awesome and incredible and amazing than before so "Fightu Onu!"
2020-04-16 12:32:24 +0000 UTCi'll keep support you
allempty
2020-04-16 12:04:49 +0000 UTCPlease pass on thanks and best wishes to Aoigai. Same goes to MJ and Alice too. Happy to stay as a patron for as long as you're on here building this fun game. :)
SW Riddick
2020-04-16 11:59:47 +0000 UTCTake all the time ya need <3
Ronryan
2020-04-16 11:42:07 +0000 UTCFirst off, personal health must always come first. So please, make sure that everyone is well and healthy before even giving the project any thought. Take your time and take care of yourselves, we all will understand and support you. We wish a speedy recovery to Aoigai, and if you cannot respond to us all don't feel like you have to. We know our comments are being read, and that alone is enough for us. Take care, stay safe, and be well!!
Grandbuddha
2020-04-16 11:37:47 +0000 UTC