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Devlog EA 3 part2

The left side is the old version, and the right side is the new one. The last image, I accidentally deleted the old version, so there's no comparison.

Devlog EA 3 part1

Here’s a look at Caroline’s basement theme! Her theme is Classroom, inspired by the visual novel she reads often. I also gave her a school uniform costume. Now, onto reworking and improving her H-scene positions.

Which one should I work on for the next update?

Learn The Heart EA2

Read all about version EA 2 in my new devlog

Here are the download links
I've learned how to compress files, which has reduced the file size.

Windows

2025-03-26 02:09:56 +0000 UTC View Post

Devlog EA 2 part3

Since I've been adding a lot of furniture, scrolling to find the right one has become difficult. So, I've decided to add filters. Furniture will now have categories, allowing you to select a type from a dropdown menu. You can also filter items based on whether they are placed on the ground or walls.

I've also improved the massage sprites, making them more 'detailed'. The left side shows the old version, while the right side showcases the new one.

Lastly, I’m making this ear...

Devlog EA 2 part2

The left side is the old version, and the right side is the new one. The last image, I accidentally deleted the old version, so there's no comparison.

Devlog EA 2 part1

Here's a look at Sherryl's basement theme. Her theme is Underwater since she cares about the sea and aquamarine life. I also made her wear a mermaid costume. Now, onto reworking and improving her H-scene positions.

Learn The Heart EA1

Read all about version EA 1 in my new devlog

Here are the download links

Windows

Linux

2025-02-28 03:44:06 +0000 UTC View Post

Which one should I work on for the next update?

Some reworks

The left side is the old version, and the right side is the new one. In Scenario 3, I had to change the background since she doesn’t live on a mountain.

Also, here’s some progress on my non-pixel art.

EA plans

I completely forgot to mention my plans for Early Access. Each month, I’ll focus on one character, improving their sprites, improving their scenarios, and giving them their own basement theme. Mary will be the first character I’ll be working on. What I’ve shown you right now is her basement theme, which reflects her love for gaming. All of her new positions will be vanilla, as outlined in her details.

Updates will be out at the end of each month, and I’ll be holding a poll to de...

Learn The Heart v0.4.1

Read all about v0.4.1 and future releases in my new devlog

Learn The Heart v0.4.1 Changelog

• Added random encounters
• Removed date interactions
• Added a new Item type: Miscellaneous (It has 3 categories Outfit, Walls and Floors)
• Added new basement mechanics
• Added Mary pos 1 Med. Chest
• Added Caroline pos 1 Med. ...

Color, Object animations and future art

You can now customize your basement by changing the colors of furniture, walls, floors, and even the lighting.

I’ve also managed to add object animations. A feature I’ve been wanting to implement since introducing the basement. The objects in use will now animate during h-mode.

In the future, once I finish working on this game, I plan to move on from the pixel art style. I’m currently learning new tools, as many shortcuts and techniques are quite different. Just as I improve...

Final system

You can now change the walls and floors of your basement. Before that, I’ve added the final item type: Miscellaneous.

These items can only be purchased once and function as conditional items. They can include wallpapers, flooring, or outfit types.

For example, when asking Caroline to do H on the couch, the game will require the 'Brawler Outfit' misc item. This approach is a better way to include H-scenes with outfits rather than using the furniture combination mechanic.

Al...

Random Encounters

To make every date unique, random encounters are a key feature. These encounters test your luck, skill, and problem-solving abilities. The outcome of each encounter can either earn or cost you date points, with your partner reacting through unique dialogue based on the result. This new feature will take the place of date interactions.

I won’t be doing weekly reports anymore. Instead, I’ll only share updates when there’s something significant to show.

Mistakes, Work and The Game’s future

Mistakes
One mistake I made while developing this game was being overly ambitious. I should have started with smaller projects to learn how everything works, especially since I was new to game development at that time. Because of this, adding features like translations or fixing small mistakes in the code became much harder, sometimes causing the entire game to break.

Work
Even during my breaks, I kept learning new things about coding and art. Loo...

Learn The Heart v0.4.0

Thank you for being patient. The game has now been updated to v0.4.0.

Game Development

After several updates and improvements, the game is now at version 0.4.0, with all partners' fourth story available. It has been almost two years working on this project. I remember the first release—the art wasn't great, there was no sound or music, and I was still learning. I really wanted this game to be good, so I invested a lot of time improving nearly every aspect. The d...

Learn The Heart v0.4.0 EA

Thank you for being patient. Here is V0.4.0 Early Access. I had the game play-tested, so hopefully there aren't game-breaking bugs that will ruin your experience. Enjoy!

The main change in this update is the addition of the fourth story of Sherryl and Sylvia.

Here is the list of things changed and added to the game:

Learn The Heart v0.4.0 EA Changelog

• Added Sylvia Story 4
• Added New details for Sylvia
• Added Sherryl Story 4
• Added New details for...

Weekly Report: Just an announcement

There isn't much to say since there's nothing new I can show. I just finished working on Sherryl story 4.

Here are the release schedules for the patron tiers:

• Tier 3 Playtest Version 2: October 18

• Tier 2 Early Access: October 22

• Tier 1 Early Access: October 25
  

Weekly Report: Animation Preview

Finished working on the animations, and all that's left is to work on the story.

Announcement

In the past few months, I've noticed a gradual decline in my productivity. At first, I ignored it and kept working because I love developing this game. However, this month, I can’t help but wonder why I’m no longer able to work as I used to. Ideas aren’t coming, and I’m struggling to stay focused on development. I just don’t seem to enjoy working like I did before.

So, I’ve decided to take a break for a month or two after releasing v0.4.0 on October 31. Patreon will be paus...

Weekly Report: Sherryl Story 4 Preview

A preview of Sherryl Story 4. Also Playtest version 1 will be on September 30.

Weekly Report: Sylvia Story 4 done and now to work on Sherryl Story 4

I've finished working on Sylvia's Story 4, which will be ready for playtesting by the end of this month in Playtest Version 1. Now I'll be focusing on Sherryl's Story 4. Hopefully, Sherryl's Story 4 will be available in Playtest Version 2.

Weekly Report: Animation Preview

Finished working on the animations, and all that's left is to work on the story.

Weekly Report: Sylvia Story 4 Preview

A preview of Sylvia Story 4

Learn The Heart v0.3.9

Thank you for being patient. The game has now been updated to v0.3.9, with all new things added and changed.

Thank you for playing and supporting this game. Your feedback is very important, whether it is positive or not. It really helps to read all your concerns, problems, and suggestions about the game so I can make it better. If you want to help this game grow and make me implement more things in the game, consider supporting me so I can buy food.

Next Update 2024-08-31 01:51:10 +0000 UTC View Post

Fan art Nicole preview

I might have, uh... put a lot of effort into this. Hopefully, I can finish animating it by the end of the month.

Who's next for Story 4?

Learn The Heart v0.3.9 EA

Thank you for being patient. Here is V0.3.9 Early Access. I had the game play-tested, so hopefully there aren't game-breaking bugs that will ruin your experience. Enjoy!

The main change in this update is the addition of the fourth story of Caitlyn, a reworked to dialogue sprites and area and some gameplay features to help players understand the game without needing to check the tutorial.

Here is the list of things changed and added to the game:

Learn The Heart v0.3.9 EA Chan...

Weekly Report: A change of view

The top-down view of the outside of the General Store and inside the Mall has been switched to a side-scroller view. Making it a side-scroller view makes more sense compared to a top-down view.

It's also been a while since I've created new perspectives, so I'll be making new ones while also improving the position.

Here are the release schedules for the patron tiers:

• Tier 3 Playtest Version 2: August 18

• Tier 2 Early Access: August 22

• Tier...

  2024-08-14 00:49:54 +0000 UTC View Post