Status update Episode 2
Added 2019-04-12 15:07:52 +0000 UTCWe are getting closer to the end of the development cycle of Episode 2.
11 scenes remain to be posed and rendered. 18 animations remain in the rendering queue (all animations are posed); I estimate 2-3 weeks of render time for the animations alone. I have about 500 more static images to pose/render.
Almost everything about Episode 2 will be bigger than Episode 1. The render count, the animation count and the script.
This week I could work a lot on the game. I finished 7 scenes and added a new mini-game that will be used for a specific purpose starting Episode 2.
There won't be any upgrades/cheats for this mini-game. It's very simple, straight-forward and requires concentration and a steady hand. It is of course made optional for those of you who play the game with mini-games disabled.
Before the episode is released, the usual process of proof-reading and beta testing will be carried out. This important phase lasts one week. I will announce a release date at the start of this phase.
I've been pushing as hard as humanly possible and since I want to do bigger episodes they will take longer time. I think after a few episodes, you will get used to the wait and I will get used to the new stress. Because it is stressful, knowing that you all support me so generously and that I need longer time to deliver the product these days.
But comparing Episode 2 to what I did in Acting Lessons, it is the equivalent of roughly 2-3 episodes. Not to mention the technical leap and improved render quality. Hopefully you will all think it's worth the wait.
Anyway, I'm getting that feeling I always do towards the end of making a new episode. I get happier, motivated to the brim and just can't wait to start writing Episode 3!
But first things first. Bear with me as I finish the last stretch.
Have a great weekend!
Dr PinkCake
Comments
Acting Lessons was amazing and now a tier higher, greets from Germany
HKX
2019-04-17 08:39:31 +0000 UTCI LOVE THIS GAME <3! Great game looking forward for Episode 2! Take your time!
terminater2012
2019-04-15 20:23:55 +0000 UTCWorth it.
2019-04-15 01:38:54 +0000 UTCNo need to worry about me waiting Doc. =D I will take quality over quantity and speed any day!! Especially the quality you are putting out brother! I can't wait to see the next episode!!!
Wolvy
2019-04-13 01:36:42 +0000 UTCExcept for beta testing and proof-reading, yes. It's something I enjoy doing, too. So I wouldn't hire any help for it. I know that more people can make things faster and better, but it would remove the love and passion for this project for me. So I'm gonna do it all by myself from start to finish.
DrPinkCake
2019-04-12 21:04:12 +0000 UTCYou do all the work by yourself right? The fact that you give us the quality updates you do even in time spans such as 2 months is amazing and should be credited. I'm just glad that you don't like to rush your product and it definitely shows in the end with the great updates you release. Keep up the great work!
Dracker Drap
2019-04-12 20:42:47 +0000 UTCChill out, take your time and have fun, dev! I assure you we're having tons of it due to your unique games. You deserve the credit for all you've done so far. Keep it up!
2019-04-12 19:34:41 +0000 UTCI like to push myself but you are correct. Health and happiness is important, too. Right now I just LOVE creating this game and I hope it will show regardless of when the updates are released.
DrPinkCake
2019-04-12 19:19:13 +0000 UTCTake your time! No stress to have
2019-04-12 16:47:17 +0000 UTCI’m sure it’ll be worth the wait, especially based on the quality, and quantity, of content in ep1
Julian Harper
2019-04-12 16:12:46 +0000 UTC
