Finally got around to completing the video tutorial above. I hope it proves helpful for those interested in producing light rays on their renders.
Here's the current overview of the development process. This doesn't include what I've rendered over night, but due to work commitments I need to push this dev update out earlier than usual.
I've a really special treat for listeners in the ne...
2021-08-27 08:14:10 +0000 UTC View PostAnother week passes us by. This last week has been a lot quieter and has allowed me some time to focus on some of the historical features to update.
The first of these was recently brought to my attention, Dreams of Reality has a lot of music and sound effects, these I feel can enhance a story and bring some realism to the words and images you are seeing. Some of the videos and animations that I have created have sound built into them, notably the rain and thunder that you first encoun...
Hello,
Well that's been an interesting couple of weeks! Looks like the latest bug fix version (0.3.6a) has finally put to bed some of the issues from (0.3.5).
So over the last week I spent a lot of my time working on fixing the issues, and I'd like to formally welcome Glooskabe to the beta testing team. Many of the bug fixes are a direct result of his time and effort and I'm very grateful!
In addition to the fixes I have also (with the help of a supporter) re-written ...
Unfortunately there were a few issues found in the 0.3.5 & 0.3.6 release. These have now been fixed - As part of this found of bug fixes there have been some additional corrections to previous chapters. The full change log is below.
There is no new content with this release, However a couple of missing scenes have been corrected so you may wish to reload an older save to view them.
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2021-08-10 18:26:49 +0000 UTC View PostHello,
I know, it's Monday not Friday - but I wanted to let you all know that I have a bugfix version in the works, the version will be 0.3.6a.
I'll put the changelog below so you can get a heads up, it's still out for testing at the moment so there may be some last minute changes. Sorry I cannot provide an ETA but as soon as it's ready I'll get it out to you.
It will be a direct release to the public as there is no new content just fixes and some missing...
The thread of reality begins to unravel as you delve deeper into the madness that surrounds you. Will you listen to the friendly advice or give in to the dark passions that burn inside? Fate closes her grip once more and you must decide just who you can trust.
I present to you Dreams of Reality - Chapter Three: Part Two. (0.3.6). This update is a little shor...
2021-07-30 17:01:04 +0000 UTC View PostHello!
Only one week to go before the patreon launch of Dreams of Reality: Chapter Three: Part Two. I hope your as excited to play the next update as I am for you to do so.
The changelog and stats for nerds are below, but before that, a general update on the last week. Unfortunately I was unwell which prevented me from doing as much as I had hopped, especially with the Youtube side of things - but I am better now and will try to catch up.
I did get some writing done for t...
Yes, you read that title right - I am now in a position to announce the release date of the next update to Dreams of Reality.
But, before I do that, I'm going to deliberately fill this space... only joking, The first Patreon release will be Friday 30th July followed seven days later with the public release (6th August).
This is sooner than originally intended, due in part to me breaking the third chapter up into three updates. A couple o...
Just a short progress update this week.
The next update currently stands at around an hour of gameplay, more if you do the 'everything' route. I do not plan to add any more bonus images and all UI systems have been updated.
I have started working on playtesting and polishing some of the content, there is a final edit to be done but this will wait until the final scenes have been created and rendered.
2021-07-09 15:48:42 +0000 UTC
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First two images of Emily for you to enjoy! Also, the live stream tonight will be 7pm (not 8) just an FYI.
Enjoy!
Another week, another update. I have quite a lot planned for this month, but before that - an update on where Dreams of Reality Ch3:Part Two is right now.
Currently the script is holding steady at just under 20k words. There is still some writing to be added and a final edit before it goes into the game. Of course there is also the playthrough edit I will do once the update has been completed.
I have 2160 animation frames and 597 static renders (this number will increase)...
2021-07-02 10:56:18 +0000 UTC View PostHello.
It's the end of another month, feels like it was only yesterday I was setting out what I planned to have done by this point.
I've some fun projects lined up that I hope you will enjoy and take part in. Let's start with the website.
I mentioned last week I had been toying (and playing) with the idea of a website, a landing page for the game and also an area to showcase some of the artwork that I produce. I made a start and have a couple of screen shots to show ...
2021-06-25 13:02:39 +0000 UTC View Post
On this mid-month update, Cenc rambles to himself!
Lot's of progress this past week. Firstly the attached video, this is part 1 of the Q&A I promised some time ago.
The video itself is a real time replay of me creating Emily's bedroom. I have more footage and still some questions I did not get to answer. The second part will be up shortly.
You can still submit questions and I will include them - What to know more about the story, providing it doesn't stray into spoile...
Happy Friday everyone!
Let's code number 3 for you all to enjoy, This one covers some basic's in variables and their use. I have plans to cover some more examples in a future video.
There's still time to get your questions in, if there is anything you want to know about me, comment below or send a message direct. you can also reach out via discord.
Next week will be the mid month update.
Cenc
It's time to select the victim... guest, for the next round of renders. Removing Cindy from the list, it's getting smaller.
Like last time, higher tiers will have a more lewd variant of the images.
2021-06-09 16:30:37 +0000 UTC View PostA day later than normal, but I'm back again with a development update.
High level view is below. The hospital scenes are almost complete, I should be moving onto the lunch and follow up scenes this week.
I also have a lot more writing to be doing, which I would like to start this week. Currently I have around 2338 lines of script code in the game. Other than a couple more bonus images f...
2021-06-05 14:35:59 +0000 UTC View Post
A follow-up to the first video, This one has an alternative way of displaying the choice menus. Using a couple of lines of code you can show alternative choices with a darker 'grey' colour.
Also, Have a picture of Lucille.
Hello,
Interesting week, I had some essential building works done and this affected what I was able to work on, however progress was made!
Overview below:
Now that the building repairs are complete, my plan for the comming week is to create the scenes for Danielle at the hospital and the lunch time scenes after that, I also plan to finalise the writing for the second part of part...
2021-05-28 10:14:29 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello,
Another busy week comes to an end. I'm still completing the last animations. Unfortunately, due to an error I've had to go back and re-render several frames, so as a consequence the last animation will be completed over the weekend.
I have, however, made progress on the next lot of scenes to be created. Part of this was the build and creation of the set below:
The above has ...
2021-05-21 11:14:00 +0000 UTC View Post
I cannot believe we're halfway through this month already! Progress tracker is below.
This last week I have spent the majority of my time working on completing the graphical update for Chapter Three. You will notice a new section added to the progress tracker, "clickables". This is something I introduced in the previous update which was clickable items dotted throughout the game that ...
2021-05-14 13:50:46 +0000 UTC View PostLooks like Cindy's feeling flirty...
Next two images next week!
Cenc
As promised, here is the special render I have completed for Cindy. Going forward there will be a slight change to how I do these. This is the first post and will be made public. However, throughout the month of May I will be posting more images, but these will be restricted to members and their respective tiers.
As the month progresses the images will become more... interesting.
Enjoy<...
2021-05-11 12:45:54 +0000 UTC View PostWell it's been a very busy couple of weeks since the public release of Chapter Three: Part One. I'm blown away at the support everyone has been giving me, through this site, discord and forums where the game is hosted.
I know I've said it before, but reading the positive comments really is a boost. There are some negative ones, there always will be - This VN is not for everyone, It has some dark subjects and I totally get that. Some valid criticism I have taken on board and adjusted som...
2021-05-07 11:54:29 +0000 UTC View Post
Part of Chapter Three’s release was a graphical update of the GUI. You will have noticed the start of this in the first update “Part One”.
The game title and several screen titles were changed to reflect the new font and theme that I am working towards.
The next update and final part of chapter three will have more extensive changes.
Starting with the main menu, the small b...
2021-05-07 11:54:16 +0000 UTC View PostIt'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 up...
Time has come for you to vote on who gets to be in next months render. Danielle was the winner last time so has now been removed from the choices.
I'm adding an extra option for a image of someone not connected to the game. some of you who follow me on discord or twitter may know who that might be.
Usual Dev update comming tomorrow.
Cenc
Busy day today! I've spent most of the morning going around various sites ensuring the links have been updated and that the game is promoted where it can be.
You can follow this link to get the latest version of the game: LINK
Although the game was leaked, I know many players will be waiting for the official launch before they play. It's been an interesting 4 months. Some ups and downs but I now...
