Post release (0.3.0).
Added 2021-04-30 09:07:05 +0000 UTCIt's been a busy month. Actually, it feels like it's been a busy 2 years since I started this project. Time marches on, however, and Chapter Three has just been released publicly. It looks like most enjoyed the update.
I have started work on the next update. I am considering splitting this into two smaller updates as the end of chapter three will be the closing of the first arc. The 'third' part is very action orientated and it may be a better idea to push this into its own update.
However, I have yet to make a firm decision, as it stands each update is taking around 4 months. This is something I am comfortable with, given the hardware and time limitations that I have.
Splitting the final parts of the chapter would allow me to get them into your hands quicker, but then they will be shorter - perhaps too short. It's a catch 22 and I honestly do not know what the right answer is. Let me know your thoughts, would you prefer waiting for the full concluding part of the chapter, or having it split into two smaller parts but with a faster release?
Either way this is a decision I can push aside for now and focus on creating scenes and rendering them out. I will go into more depth on where I am with the current update next week in the public post.
There is a poll running and currently Cindy is in front for next month's special render. I am considering creating more than the usual two images and having them spread over the support tiers, each image would be more lewd.
There will be an update to the 'Jacob Story' but as I have stated, this takes a back seat to the development of Dreams of Reality. And whilst I focus on writing the next chapter, I have to leave Jacob and his missing dog to one side.
Those who are on my discord, or read my twitter feed will have seen the image below. This is Elise (name subject to change).
She will not be a character in Dreams of Reality (though I am not above adding her as a secondary background character) Currently I have only modelled her head, and will be sculpting her body when downtime permits. Since Cindy is leading the poll I'm sure the image above will in no way sway the voting (you can change your vote!).
I have some recorded video of me working in DAZ. It doesn't take me too long to produce these, but I question just how interesting it is watching someone make rooms/images in DAZ. I may consider doing a more in depth look at lighting scenes, perhaps I will create an environment and show the different lighting setups that could be used.
Let me know if there is anything specific you would like to see, perhaps you are starting out with DAZ and would like me to cover some of the basics?
Finally, the monthly build will be going up this weekend for those on the highest support tier. A separate post will be made for you to access this.
Stay safe,
Cenc
Comments
I agree with Totes that you are active and engaged with your followers, so no one can whine about it. Plus, for me it's more satisfying to get a longer, complete update. I'm willing to wait for it.
Pochops
2021-04-30 23:11:44 +0000 UTCThe idea for this game started 2 years ago, However most of the first year was spent learning Daz and messing around with the Renpy engine. I didn't have any supporters back then, though I did release progress updates on patreon. This was mainly to get into the habit of doing so, and to work out a style of post that I can create. There is still a lot of story left to tell, and I've no intention to rush or cut content I want to add. sometimes I will push some content into the next update, but removing it altogether is not something I plan to do. I'm glad you enjoy the game :) As for freckles, you can never have too many!!
Cenc
2021-04-30 16:16:02 +0000 UTCHi mate, starting with Elise, she's very pretty. Haven't you perhaps exaggerated a little with frekles? :) I only watched one of your YT video and I found it interesting. I also believe it might be boring for others, yes, but it's the same for the majority of YT videos: you watch it because you're interested in what it's being done, it's not for general audience. I'd say, as long as it doesn't take much time to produce go on and continue (although, if I may, either speak louder or get a better mic). Regarding the game itself, I must admit I came to know it only recently and I really enjoyed it so far. I appreciate there are no huge tits or dicks as in the majority of other games. It feels more real and relatable. However, now that I read it's been 2 years in, I'm not sure how I feel: I don't want this game to end too fast, I like the story and I'd like it to develop and flourish, not being cut because it needs to be completed. On the other side, 2 years for this game are a lot, and you're not even creating scenery or characters from scratch. I wonder how the supporters that have been here since day1 feel. I appreciate it's a solo adventure you've embarked on and it takes time: this is why I can't say it's wrong, it just feels strange. It's worth saying that I probably feel like this because normally I buy games that are finished already, if they required 3/4 years of development, I just wouldn't know or care at that point. So all in all: fine for me to have longer chapters, but they can't take more than 4 months to release. Take care bud.
Name
2021-04-30 13:48:38 +0000 UTCI'd say release the full update, you keep patrons updated enough on your progress that no-one can accuse you of milking.
TotesNotThea
2021-04-30 10:12:13 +0000 UTC
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