Ver0.55 Update

We are considering it, but right now our hands are full with the city scenes. Also, Makoto seeing Chieri directly kill somebody would be a very important scene story-wise so it's hard to find the right time to include it! So we're keeping it for later.

mj_aoigai

Sorry, it's hard to find earlier posts on Patreon. Anyway, we have no plans at the moment to make Makoto bigger than buildings.

mj_aoigai

Can we see some tiny city people get directly crushed? She can already demolish entire houses, so a tiny person should get squished realistically haha:)

Crom

To clarify what I was asking in an early post, what if she convinced the player to join her? Maybe she gives him a taste of the power and makes him as big as the Buildings (but nowhere near as big as her), just as an act of persuasion?

BigGreenWolfe

That's difficult to answer~ We like all the scenes we choose to create, so it'd hard to narrow it down to just one.

mj_aoigai

Question out of curiosity - what's your favorite scene in the game you've made so far?

Zoey Kazuya

Thank you very much! That makes us really happy to hear!

mj_aoigai

I'm not good at typing English But I want to tell you that I will follow this project until it is complete. Thank you for the good game (i love Cheiri !!!!!!!!!!!!)

RescueForever

It is easier to develop one-on-one situations, and people on Patreon seem to agree. However, having a shrunken city (and by extension a giant girl destroying it) was one of our main motives for starting to make this game, so we can't let it go that easily. We'll look for another way to approach this problem.

mj_aoigai

Thank you very much. We're planning to keep making the city for a little bit more, then stop for a while to focus on another route while slowly creating the remaining parts. We have the general plot thought up so we'll still keep working on the city route bit by bit.

mj_aoigai

I'm glad that you are as reliable as your pokemon move which never misses.

dbeats

Hi Both, Excellent work out there. I appreciated that you've adjusted the earthquake volume caused by Chieri in the city scene. Take your time needed to create more storyline and features, i will be continue supporting the game.

Why? It just food

Ronryan

Hooray for bread! I literally shouted "YES!" to that bread.

dbeats

I understand the difficulty of threading the needle since it seems you guys are at a crossroads trying to work on something intensive (the city) at the cost of it taking a lot of time and work but I really believe that the best part of the game is the intimacy between the one on one actions with Chieri. I don't really know how that would mess with your plans for the story and I don't pretend to but I think taking some time to consider what the game does best and continuing to work the game around that especially considering the workload it seems this city path is causing. I'll still support regardless but this is just my input.

Johnathan Star

Great update! I love the scenes like these where Chieri and Makoto talk and Chieri get's a chance to bully. Good development of characters! I agree with the idea everyone's saying about leaving the City behind as a later project or an easter egg. You could possibly have the city route be replaced by a route with a meaner Chieri, perhaps from Makoto being too stubborn about the situation. The other path being where she's a bit softer, still bullying him (obviously we're all here for the bullying giantess), but maybe more in a teasing/loving manner. Regardless, keep up the great work, don't worry too much about pace, and remember we're all here patiently rooting for you!

BlueGoose

Thank you. We were considering that as well.

mj_aoigai

We'd like to have growth scenes, but at the moment it'd be even harder than creating the city scenes so it's not on our immediate list of priorities.

mj_aoigai

Thank you! We'll focus on other routes if the city route will interfere with the overall development of the game. But there are still things we want to do with it. If it ends up taking too long we'll simplify the city section and focus all our attention on just the events.

mj_aoigai

Thanks for the advice. You're right, we'd like to sort out or schedule so that our work would hopefully become smoother. And we're glad you enjoyed the update!

mj_aoigai

Like many people said, please do not put too much unnecessary pressure on both of you! Do not go too fast and do not hesitate to remove some exhausting parts (the city). Focusing on the scenes with Makoto and Chieri is also really good !

kolaprov

I saw someone else mention it, but I would really like to see growth scenes for Chieri as well. However, if it's too much work, then I'm fine with it not being a thing.

Still a pretty great update, despite the lack on content! If development will be dropping and the city portion is really taking so much out of you guys, than I advise dropping the other routes for now and finishing it as soon as possible! Like just have Chieri grow bored and destroy the city or shrink it down to minimum (1/1000) to "preserve it for later" (and it will never be used again).

Daan Duijkers

As a programmer, what I can say is that "the best speed is to go well". So no use in trying to speed up, focus on keeping the project tidy and be sure to not let much technical debt pile up (it comes back to haunt you). Edit: (cause I pressed enter by accident) Great update! Even if the updates are short, they are great to see!

Lir

Thank you for understanding. I also feel sad that our development speed will end up dropping, even though our current speed wasn't particularly fast to begin with. If possible, we'd like to find other people who can help us. We're glad you enjoyed the update. Thank you!

mj_aoigai

We're glad you liked the new route. The bread scene will probably turn out exactly how you expect it to.

mj_aoigai

Thank you very much! We're receiving a surprising amount of support for a route without the city part. Personally I'd like to keep developing the city, but if it ends up taking up too much time we might leave it for later.

mj_aoigai

Thank you very much! We're happy for your words and support. We're currently looking for ways to release as many updates as possible without betraying our supporters' expectations. If we're being supported, we feel like it's neccesary to work hard and release the best sort of updates we possibly can. We're still looking for ways that we can accomplish that in our current state, though...

mj_aoigai

Growth scenes and size swap scenes would be difficult at the moment. We might consider it if a lot of people ask for it.

mj_aoigai

I am a little bit sad that development speed will be dropping, but I understand. You both have things that you need to do outside of making this game. You can't keep working on this 24/7 or else you won't have any time to focus on yourselves. i enjoyed both of the new storyline routes! I definitely agree with the other people saying that you should probably focus on the 1-on-1 scenes with Makoto and Chieri and work on the city scenes on the side so that your workload will be at least a little bit smaller. This was another great update! I hope that you can work things out!

Fred Fredson

The new door escape route with bully Chieri was great, looking forward to seeing how the bread scene turns out lol

Thank you so much for the new update. I loved it! Both storylines are really interesting. I agree with a lot of the comments made: If the City route is too stressful to create, I am more than happy to enjoy the shrunken/bullying story. Thank you again. You guys are amazing!!

ChibiMann

First off I want to thank you all for your hard work and the outstanding game you are creating. Everything from textures to sound design, the writing itself is believable and engaging. You all have greatly captured an atmosphere/interaction that has been in my head for years and you do it so well! I want to keep supporting you and this project. I understand the toll the development of the city section can have on you all. Your own sanity and time is very important, even if the thought of the city section not making it saddens me. I will support whatever decision you make. The new scene you added in this update a great continuation, I love the interactions/scenarios you all create. I definitely support just updating the game with these kind of scenarios and continuing Chieri and Makoto's relationship while keeping the city development in the background. If it means less stress for you all I am all for it. Again thank you all for this incredible project, you've nailed every aspect of this interest. Do take care of yourselves and know that there are many who wish to support you through and through. I can't wait to see more!

Mk_35

Could you work on a growth scene? Makoto is on normal size and Cheri growth step by step a little taller than him? Or they swap her size?

JRG22890

No. Sorry.

mj_aoigai

I agree with MarineSara too.

mj_aoigai

I see, that might be a good idea. It won't change our actual workload, but it might make it help us avoid the difficulties with working on both the city and the story simultaneously.

mj_aoigai

We definitely want to see this projection through to completion, even if it takes a while.

mj_aoigai

We're glad you liked it. We'll try to work hard and finish up both routes...

mj_aoigai

We don't think we have the energy required to keep working on this game for several years, but thank you regardless. Our pace will almost definitely drop by next year so we'd feel guilty if people kept supporting us as they do now... still, we'd appreciate it if you would keep checking out the project if you'd like.

mj_aoigai

Chieri's steps sure are unstoppable.

mj_aoigai

We hope so too.

mj_aoigai

We considered that, but it's difficult since Fantia doesn't display the total number of patrons yet. We did request them to add a feature like that though... If we find a way to display the total number of supporters on our Fantia page we might do something similar to your suggestion.

mj_aoigai

Totally agree

MarineSara

There's still a lot we want to do with the shrinking part, but it's hard to find the time... And you're right, the animations for the NPCs takes a lot of effort. It's not something that we should focus so much attention on, and Chieri's animations are a lot more important, but we really wanted to have scenes where many people get tormented by her at once. We'll have to find an easier way to go about it... Thank you very much.

mj_aoigai

Oh, right! We totally forgot about cards. That might be a fun thing to try.

mj_aoigai

We're glad you liked it. It's going to go in a different direction than the city route.

mj_aoigai

Right now our main concern is how if we'll be able to develop the game until it's even ready for a release like that.

mj_aoigai

Thank you!

mj_aoigai

Right. If it comes down to it we might make a route without the city part into the main route. We'll keep going for a while and see how things turn out.

mj_aoigai

Thank you very much!

mj_aoigai

Thank you! Though we'd feel bad about keeping our Patreon up as it is if updates start getting slower, so we might change some things.

mj_aoigai

Thank you for your concern. We plan to keep working on the project however long it ends up taking.

mj_aoigai

We'd like to keep a schedule that allows us to release as many updates as well.

mj_aoigai

Thank you for playing as well. A lot of hard things can happen in life. We hope future projects will go more smoothly if we make them.

mj_aoigai

Finding people to help us might be the best solution. But it's pretty hard to find people who meet the right qualifications. When there's just two of us it makes it hard to estimate how long it'll take us to develop this game, and it's pretty worrying...

mj_aoigai

Will I, Ari Satoya, eventually be added as DLC?

El

I really don't want to see this project dying due to feature creep which I've been worried is what is happening here with the City work. I really think you should consider working on the Chieri/Makoto relationship over these technically demanding city scenes

sm

Yeah, I definitely concur. Instead of focusing solely on the city scene, or trying to slowly complete a mixture of the two, I'd just continue down the alternative path; it'll make for a much simpler development for the time being, allowing for much more to get done within the same timeframe, whilst you two battle other commitments, and struggle with the sheer size of the city. Also, I LOVE what you're implying for what's to come from that path. Probably the best I've ever got from this community.

Thank you very much for this!!! I have to agre with many of whay is said here, the new path makes me more exited!!! Heres a suggestion, the city part is proving to be way more challenging that what u thought it would be, so, instead of rushing to finish it, how about u guys exploit this new path of the story. Create more scenarios with just Chieri and Makoto, and u keep on working on the city part but without publishing it. This would give u guys time to polish the city part without feeling that u must complete it, since the main story between makoto and chieri would be still in play. I have to admit that those scenes between just the two Makoto and Chieri are AMAZING

MarineSara

Please continue this project and see it through to completion, no matter how long it takes. I would really enjoy seeing the complete product.

Rifty

A small update that leaves a big impact. The city scenario gets a little more of a foothold, the new route has me wanting more, and it’ll be interesting to replay the game with the ability to change her clothing. I hope all will work out in the future

aHomester

Honestly I would be more than happy to continue supporting this game on patreon for years, getting update after update, until the game is huge. I believe enough people feel the same that we could pay for your living expenses... we're already at 3k/mo. I love your work and hope to see a LOT more of it.

Donovan

One day Cheiri asked the tiny townsfolk to make a statue of her in the city. The tiny townsfolk were not sure what to do at first but after Cheiri showed them the first 'step' none of them asked anymore questions!

dbeats

Hope everything works out

Anon

I was just wondering what the long term plans are for this before full release, like will long term patrons be able to get a copy of the game once it releases? Or will that come with a tier reward once the tiers are properly sorted?

The only alternative scene is all the way back when Makoto tries to escape. Instead of going to the charger, try to go to the bedroom door instead. Then the new scene will continue after that

Could anyone give some tips on how to trigger any of the new scenes? lol

Jim Booklin

Personally the new route after attempting escape was the star of the update for me, Chieri's such a wonderful bully. There still seems to be a lot you could do with the shrinking section. I'm worried that the city scene might burn you out, though. Not just the destruction but the main issue is the NPCs and all the animation involved, it would be very difficult for any dev team to make it work unless they have a much bigger budget and team size. For one person it seems impossible. It might be possible to make it easier by changing the scenes a little bit so that the other NPCs are far away, and having her mess with you directly, I dunno. Still eager to see what you have in mind! Thanks for the hard work!

QMajor60

If the game does well on Steam would you consider trading cards? Would be cool to see guest artists contributing Chieri art.

EnricoMatassa

The new route for when you try to escape the room looks interesting.

AnonymousPlebeian

Releasing the game on steam........that would be cool

Take your time, no need to rush, do what you can, gl!!! <3

Luís Aguiar

Saying it again, if you feel overwhelmed or cornered by the amount of work necessary for the city scenes, you don't have to do them!

sm

Take as long as you need.~ <3

BelladonnaTheFreak

Don't worry, step by step , we will support this awesome work no matter how long it takes.

Thank you for working so hard on it! Take it easy, this is a such high quality game and we are happy to wait as well. Don't worry about the progress to much and remember to take some rest, ok?

@皿@

don't worry, people seem to love it so far and i don't think they'll be annoyed as long as the game still gets updates even if its only a small update :3

Reiko-samaa

Great job keeping up with the quality for this long! Meeting expectations can be difficult and stressful, so I hope you're taking it easy. Life rarely goes entirely as planned, but we make the best of it! Thanks again for taking your time to develop this wonderful game.

Zoey Kazuya

This is just a suggestion but I've been thinking for a while now if you guys haven't got the manpower, maybe having a few other giantess creators help out might be an option? People like Manzi_SS, Gonzres, Pedro Sacramento etc etc? Maybe having a few others help contribute might make it a little bit easier? I know it's your creation in the first place though and you two are doing an amazing job and maybe if you added more people to the mix it might not be as focused with the goals and ideas you want to convey in mind but it's just an idea. As always, I'm more than fine with waiting it out for this game if it's just you two making it. Adds to the excitement :) Good things take time <3 Either way, I'm still so glad this is being made in the first place. You guys didn't have to do this, but you did so thank you <3 <3 <3

Jonno