the_architect

Indoctrination [tech-demo-3.0]

Hi folks!

Here's yet another update for the Indoctrination project.

This version adds some new locations, characters and another new complete quest. The reputation system starts to make a difference in this one, and can lead you to two distinct hot scenes.

Some QOL features were also added. The "cheat" options were expanded, and now you can opt to "always win" during minigames and/or ignore reputation checks.

There's also a new exploration control mode based only on m...

More Indoctrination

Hi folks!

Just a quick status update to say that I've been working on yet another version of the Indoctrination demo (including two new hot scenes) and I'll post it later this week.

See ya!

Peace!

Indoctrination [tech-demo-2]

Hi folks!

Here's a new build of the Indoctrination tech demo, including new gameplay systems, settings and a full new quest with a new character and a new (hotter) scene.

I decided to exchange the old stats and "energy" management system to something more straightforward and based on clue collection/use (a system similar to Phoenix Wright / Long Live the Princess). This will make the development a little easier but, unfortunately it also means you can't use the save you have fro...

How is it going?

Hi folks!

Just a quick post here to state that I'm not dead (yet)!

I'm (VERY SLOWLY) working on a second version of the tech demo. It will include the rest of gameplay elements I thought about adding to the sci-fi project, including a new scene.

I hope to find time to post it before the holydays/Christmas!

See ya!

Peace!

Tech demo

Hi folks!

How are you doing? The time I had to work on games during the last couple of months was extremely reduced, which is exactly what I expected. Still, I managed to scrape a few hours to build a usable tech demo for a game.

THIS IS NOT THE LAUNCH OF A RUNNING PROJECT. It's just a little demo where I bundled the ideas for a possible new game. It's more a gameplay demo, but it already has a first VERY SOFTCORE hot scene. If you played my other games, you know I like the...

Pausing

Hi folks!

I don't know if you were notified, but I've just paused this page billing. To keep it short, there were some developments in the personal life field (good stuff!) and I'm now trying to adapt to a new routine. It means I'll also need more time before starting posting new releases, and I don't feel comfortable to keep collecting pledges after so much time since the latest release published.

I'm really sorry to be doing this after teasing a new game but I'm actually ...

Starting to put things together

Hi folks!

Just a quick preview video here. Still a long way until a release.

See ya!

Peace

What's next

Hi folks!

It's been a while, so I think it's time to write down my plans for this page's future and the approach for upcoming projects.

The thing is... I'm trying to control a little of my hyperfocus issue. It helps getting things done, but it also takes a toll on your health as you get older while keeping an average of less than 4 hours of sleep per night.

For some time, this serio...

What's up?

Hi folks!

How are you doing? I've been experimenting a lot with new tools and upgrades.

In this video you can check a new exploration system I've been working on. It's based on the classic Resident Evil 2.5D system, that allows a wider view of environments without the hassle of a full real time 3D management (and way more lightweight for potato computers).

As you can notice, I still not decided which project to dive in next. The freedom to experiment is refreshing, so I'm no...

Hello!

Hi folks!

Here's some news about what I've been doing past month.

ITCH RELEASES

I finally made an itch.io profile and published Lust is Stranger and Goons Raid Her. You can check them at https://the-architect-x.itch.io/ including a couple of new trailers for the nostalgic. If you have an 2024-06-09 22:33:39 +0000 UTC View Post

Another one in the bag!

Hi folks!

After waiting some time for new bug reports, I can finally state that the LiS project is officially done! And... every time a project ends, people immediately start asking what comes next.

I've been working on this for more than 6 years straight now, completing 5(ish) games all by myself. I'm not saying that to "brag", just to acknowledge how long I've been working for the worst boss I ever had: myself. And the bastard doesn't let me rest while there's a project in progr...

Lust is Stranger 1.0 [osx/linux]

Hi folks!

Here are 1.0 builds for Mac/OSX and Linux. Both are labeled experimental because I can't test them, so try at your own risk (of not working 😁)

Let me know specially if the Linux one is working for you.

[DOWNLOAD]
lis-1.0.1-osx-experimental.zip [MEGA]
2024-04-30 11:54:24 +0000 UTC View Post

Lust is Stranger 1.0

Hi folks!

Here the release of version 1.0 with the "official" completed tag. This version just fixes some bugs, messages, and adds a new consistency check that most players won't even notice (in the rare case when the player doesn't romance anyone and doesn't corrupt MAX at the lighthouse, the game will acknowledge his inaction and cut the privacy corner sequence).

[WHAT'S NEW]
- First complete version
- Added corruption check during party sequence 2024-04-26 20:18:58 +0000 UTC View Post

Lust is Stranger 0.23

Hi folks!

Finally! Here's the release of version 0.23, completing almost all content planned for the game from the beginning to its conclusion.

The new version adds one (two?) new hot scenes, a final sequence and different endings for each character based on the several choices you made during the week. The main character himself can end up in very different "places", including a special ending that requires some specific conditions.

You can also watch all these possible con...

Developer's Diary

Hi folks!

The series of shorter updates is done and now I'm working on the one that will lead us to end of the game! It still won't be the final version, because I plan adding a "chapter select" feature after finishing all the content.

This will take a little more time than the latest releases, but I already made some progress. Endings will required quite some work though. Here are the plans.

[ROADMAP]
[100%] Kate's VIP area ...

Lust is Stranger 0.22 [osx-experimental]

Hi folks!

Here's a build of version 0.22 for Mac/OSX. As always, it's labeled experimental because I don't own hardware needed to test it.

[DOWNLOAD]
lis-0.20-osx-experimental.zip [MEGA]
lis-0.20-osx-experimental.zip [GOFILE]

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Lust is Stranger 0.22

Hi folks!

Here's the release of version 0.22! This build adds the VIP area sequence for the "polyamory" path.

It's yet another entry in the sequence of smaller releases we'll have until the end of the game. Notice you won't find much new content unless the MC is romancing both girls. However, the new scene will be available in the gallery for anyone who reached the start of the VIP area sequence.

[WHAT'S NEW]
- Added VIP area sequence for t...