The Dented Kettle

Muscle Up: Your Guide to Athletics - Version 0.14 Preview 3 (4?)

Evenin' Snackpacks, gather round, let’s chew on some Athletics info together!

Athletics is your go-to skill for physical fitness and movement. Training it means hitting the gym regularly- but be warned: pushing yourself too hard, especially when trying new exercises, risks injury. Injuries aren’t just a setback; they reduce your athletics skill (temporarily) and force you to take a break from training.

To help boost your progress, there’s a protein shake, if consumed before ...

The Gym Is Her Church, and Leg Day Is Mandatory

She’ll fix your squat form, crush your ego, and call you “Pipsqueak.”

The Forge’s proprietor, Vega, is here! Vega’s not here to coddle you, she’s here to make you stronger. Quiet, intense, and built like a tank, she’s all discipline up front. She pushes hard, expects your best, and somehow still manages to make bad jokes feel like encouragement.

You’ll grumble. You’ll ache. You’ll come back anyway.

And no, she doesn’t have five identical sisters; it’s...

Shenanigans on the Distribution Front

Mornin' gumdrops,

You’ve probably heard by now that Visa and Mastercard have been putting pressure on platforms like Itch.io and Steam to crack down on adult-themed games. Itch has responded by temporarily removing ALL NSFW titles from distribution, The Dented Kettle included. At the moment, this seems to be a temporary action while they review their policies and payment systems.

I want to be very clear: 2025-07-25 14:33:18 +0000 UTC View Post

Debugging in a Towel

I’ve been deep in the bug log this week, cleaning up everything from broken bars to rain indoors. I'm all caught up now, so if you submitted a bug on Itch, Patreon, or through the feedback form, rejoice! It's fixed! Huge thanks to everyone who sent in reports, they really helped.

As far as new content, work on the gym continues. Here’s a peek at a sauna scene I’ve been working on. Sable finally gets to relax a little.

Locker Room & Sauna - Version 0.14 Preview 2

The new gym facilities are coming together, starting with the locker room and sauna areas.

One thing I missed when I first added wardrobe support: multi-slot clothing. I finally had time to implement it, and the towel is the first test case. It now wraps across both the top and bottom slots. This opens the door for more complex outfits down the line, like dresses, robes, overalls, catsuits, and other one-piece looks that span multiple layers.

Welcome to The Forge - Version 0.14 Preview 1

Sable's fitness journey begins! Or at least her awkward attempts to look like she belongs near a squat rack. Get ready to explore a new location filled with weights, equipment, and skill-building potential... or just pretend to exercise while you load up on free towels.

Version 0.13 - Patreon Only Early Access!

Version 0.13 rolls in with thunder, booze, and a handful of requested features. This update adds dynamic weather to the world of The Dented Kettle - rainstorms, soaked clothes, and the occasional flash of lightning to set the mood. A new drunk system lets Sable stumble her way through bad decisions (or good ones, depending), and the final gloryhole scene (for now) makes its debut. There’s new chatter, new classes, and more depth to stats and actions across the board. Thanks as always for su...

Encore at the G'Hole

Before we pack up and move on to new adventures, there's one more little treat from the Latchlot glory hole that didn’t quite make it into version 0.12.
It’s Sable's final visit to the stall (for awhile at least). Be there after dark. You know the place.

Reheated Pasta Tastes Even Better - Version 0.12 Now Public!

G'Morning Peach-pies!

Just a quick note that Version 0.12 of The Dented Kettle is now available to the public on Itch!

If you’re a free follower here on Patreon and haven’t grabbed it yet, now’s the time to check it out!

This update includes new sex scenes, the full inventory system, a revamped arousal mechanic, and a whole bunch more. You can read the full Devlog and get the downloads here:
2025-06-17 14:34:10 +0000 UTC View Post

This Drip? It's Real.

Evenin' drizzle cakes,

Just a little teaser tonight: Sable can now get soaked.

The new wet clothes and hair system is operational. When she’s caught out in the rain, fabrics darken, colors shift, and her hair drips like she just ran through a thunderstorm. Some outfits even go a little transparent.

Wanna dry off? Just pop open the wardrobe for a quick change of clothes.

It’s a small touch; maybe a bit too subtle? Still fiddling with it. 2025-06-15 00:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post

Warning: Severe Weather Approaching

Good afternoon, snickerdoodles!

Batten down the hatches- a storm’s brewing. Here’s a sneak peek of the new weather system, featuring Sable caught in a thunderstorm. Stay tuned and brace yourselves for some serious new atmosphere. Hope it gives you a feel for what’s coming.

As always, I appreciate you riding out the weather with me.

Class is in session!

This teaser brings a little heat to the kitchen. Maple Morven’s culinary institute is soon offering hands-on cooking classes! Players can now roll up their sleeves, grab a knife (carefully), and learn everything from flaky pastries to plating like a pro.

But it’s not just about technique. Spend time talking with Maple. Show her you’re serious. There might be a private lesson, tucked away behind the standard curriculum.

Making Life Easier (In-Game, at Least)

Evening butter beans!

We've made an interesting start together, haven’t we? All your feedback, ideas, and bug-spotting have really helped shape things, and now I’m doing a little quality-of-life pass to make that foundation even more solid before I plow into more new content. A bunch of small, but useful, improvements are rolling in. You can see it in action in the screenshot!

• Action and location buttons are now labeled, so yo...

  2025-06-08 00:00:08 +0000 UTC View Post

Slurred Words & Flushed Faces

Sable’s been sampling the local nightlife for awhile, but soon she'll finally feel it.

In the next update, your favorite quiet protagonist can get a little tipsy... and it shows. A new system tracks her alcohol intake, gradually turning her reserved voice into a slurry mess of doubled vowels, hiccups, and loose-tongued substitutions. One drink won’t knock her down, but keep going and the words start to wobble. Drink a lot and she'll be nearly unintelligible.

Paired wi...

Version 0.12.00: Patreon Only Early Access!

Version 0.12 marks the second major update for The Dented Kettle! Thanks for the continued support and feedback - this patch brings some highly requested sexual content into play. The addition of arousal and inventory mechanics marks a big step toward more dynamic gameplay and character expression. As always, your support helps this weird, horny little world keep growing. Find the update files attached, and enjoy the ride!

Check out the full patch notes on Itch: 2025-05-30 17:12:20 +0000 UTC View Post

Tavi's Whim and Sexuality mechanic changes - Version 0.12 - Preview 5

Introducing: Tavi’s Whim, the town’s brand-new sex shop!
Run by the ever-enthusiastic, irrepressibly flirty Tavi Volante, this little boutique of blushes will soon be open for business. Expect toys, tonics, and just enough teasing to make you wonder what Sable might get up to next…

Speaking of which, Sable's got a new way to unwind.
Sable can now take care of herself in a much more… reflective way. Her solo sessions with her new toy now draw from ...

No Strings, Just Heat - Version 0.12 - Preview 4

Some people don’t want romance. They want release. These scenes dive straight into the kind of encounters that leave you breathless and grinning, no regrets. Here's a peek at the dirtier, flirtier side of town…

Down and Dirty - Version 0.12 - Preview 3

Not all encounters happen in silk sheets and candlelight. Some take place in the back room, against a wall, or in this case, the park bathroom- messy, heated, and oh-so-satisfying. Here’s a raw preview of one of the more unrefined scenes coming your way.

Caught in the Moment - Version 0.12 - Preview 2

Sometimes, all it takes is a look. Or a lingering touch. Or, you know, a stranger's cock sticking out of the wall. This preview dives into one of those steamy moments that escalates very quickly.

A Taste - Version 0.12 - Preview 1

Here’s your first sneak peek at an upcoming casual encounter, where things get a lot less subtle, and a lot more hands-on. 😘 These scenes are designed to be bold, explicit, and with Sable fully in your control. Just a little taste to whet your appetite…

The people have spoken... And they want more smut

The first poll has ended- and the winner?

By a landslide, the clear champion was:

🔥 MORE SEX SCENES 🔥

I hear you loud and clear- and I’m already cooking up some steamy content to deliver exactly what you asked for. Expect more heat, more blush-worthy moments, and more scenes that make you pretend you’re here for the plot. 😉

That said, the main character stories aren’t quite developed enough yet to dive into full-on sex s...

These pants got pockets - Inventory WIP

Hey, sugar cookies! I've whipped up something special for our girl Sable today. Say hello to the brand-new Inventory System. It’s pretty simple right now, just items, icons, and a few basic functions- but it lays the groundwork for a lot of future gameplay: gifting, puzzles, weird little tools… you name it.

It’s one of those behind-the-scenes things that doesn’t look flashy yet, but opens the door to a ton of fun later on.

You want me to call you what??

A small but meaningful update is in the pipeline- you can now choose your own name in the game! Whether you're sticking with the classic Sable or going full Lunar Countess Starlight Moonwhisper V, the choice is yours.

You'll also be able to choose your stage name at the Wink- though Snaps will never stop calling you Blue.

It’s a little thing, but it adds a lot: more player agency, more immersion, and that sweet sense of “this story is mine.” Even i...

Version 0.11.04 - "Mind the Minutes" update is live!

Highlights

Living Clock

Real hours & minutes. Actions (serving tables, beach walks, talking to Snaps) now chew through time.

Operating hours. Every location opens and shuts on its own schedule- show up late and you’ll meet a locked door.

Seamless Streets

Walk the whole town. Ramble from Sable’s creaky diner to Nim’s hardware store, then on to the Wink without ever touching the map.

Map still works. Prefer fast‑travel? The classic t...

Town Map Tokens!

Hey everyone!

I ran into a bit of a problem once I started adding characters to the world and moving them around at different times of day: I was losing track of everyone!

So, I’ve just added a shiny new system to fix that- character tokens on the town map!

Now, when you open the map, you’ll see little portrait tokens showing where each character is around town. Whether they’re lounging at the diner, wandering Green Street, or up to who-knows-what at t...

Tick Tock, Walk the Block- Big Changes to Time and Travel

Hey there, lovely patrons!

I’m excited to spill the beans on a quality of life upgrade that’s about to hit our little seaside town. Remember that tidy “morning / evening” rhythm we started with? Cute, but it turned out to be incredibly inflexible. So I grabbed the metaphorical wrench, and a very real clock, and rewired the whole day.

What’s new?

Real‑timeish clock
Time now advances in bite‑sized chunks whenever you do something: r...

Time to get undressed, Version 0.11.03 is live!

Version 0.11.03, with the new clothing customization system, is now live! Buy new clothes, change clothing colors, dress Sable up, even run around half dressed if you'd like (and Sable is lewd enough). There's plenty of new options to play the game the way you want to play!

Check out the full patch notes and download on itch!:
2025-05-14 15:45:01 +0000 UTC View Post

Clothing customization system - Shopping fun! (WIP)

I’m here today to share more progress on the new clothing system! This time, I’m focusing on how you’ll obtain your clothes; shopping! 🛍️🛍️🛍️

Introducing a new map location: the Sorella Shopping Center. For now, the shopping center will feature Loomi, a clothing boutique run by the newest character, Lumi (who you can see here). Later, I'll expand it with additional shops.

Take a peek at some of the fresh new clothing options I’ve added to the game, too! Can�...

Clothing customization system - First look (WIP)

Hey everyone!

I’m super excited to show off something I’ve been working on: the clothing customization system!

It’s still a work in progress, but the foundation is in place.

You’ll now be able to dress up Sable piece by piece using a tabbed wardrobe UI. Currently supporting 6 different clothing slots, so you can mix and match to your heart’s content.

Here’s what’s working so far:

• Slot-based system (e.g. Tops, Bottoms, Chest, Underwear)

  2025-05-07 12:17:07 +0000 UTC View Post

Version 0.11.02 is live!

This version is all about Elena, it adds several new dialogues and a park date! Go check it out, and watch out for that goose! Check out the full patch notes and download on Itch:
https://dkettle.itch.io/the-dented-kettle/devlog/938488/version-01102-is-live