Update 1.53 with Gallery

Darius has become my favorite character in this story, which is the complete opposite of my original opinion of him.

Bobby Thornbody

At the time of this comment, I've been through the new days added to Harold, Spencer, Chester, and I JUST finished Darius. I'll say this, as much as I've loved the stuff with the other characters, since 1.50, the version i had before I became a Patron this month, only had up to Day 16 for Darius, I'll admit wanting to see more of his was the primary reason I decided to become a Patron of yours. Even though me being current now has only added one more day to Darius, I can now officially say Darius is now my favorite character of this story. Well done, Dyne. I'm loving this.

Bobby Thornbody

Just got done playing everyone story. I had to finsh Durius and Spencer's story and men I love that crazy Kinky lion and love our sexy dancing puppy. U really know how to make someone love all the Characters can't wait for next update.

Bigerbear

you're not the only one who thinks so, few of us said the exact same thing. if you have read the comments up there you'll find my replay to someone who thought the exact same thing as you, my replay was the following: "I think its the eyes and teeth gum but mostly the gum, seeing too much of someone's gum usually effect's the beauty of the smile, I tried to remove the gum and replaced them with bigger teeth so u can see the difference: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Dqca5Cz3VpmSuFQKWlUkEs8M5F4jDKOo/view" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Dqca5Cz3VpmSuFQKWlUkEs8M5F4jDKOo/view</a> as for the eyes, they are too small compared to the previous design, we were used to bigger eyes there for it was more expressionist." I personally think the "off" looks got a little better after the gum got fixed.

Alex Winger

exactly what I was thinking. it kills off the vibe of "that character is YOU" since the MC looks also are not relatable to many of the players as well.

Alex Winger

Those backgrounds are on point, too!

Now that I have internet back again I want to say I like the new character transitions. And seeing a test character creator for the MC is exciting! This may be the rum talking, but I cannot wait to see what you'll put together.

The only thing im not a fan of here is seeing the human main character. kind of breaks the emerging for me, as i like im no longer seeing it from his eyes, first person.

M1Frank

Congrats, Dyne. After having had my Patreon account for a while now, you're officially the first person whose content has been so good that I felt the desire to support. I played through everything on version 1.50 and loved it so much that I decided to become a Patron, just so i can keep up to date. I just finished the added day on Harold's route, and I couldn't help smiling.

Bobby Thornbody

I feel odd being the only one to say this but, Spencer's face just doesn't look right to me... like its sunken in or something. I'm not trying to diss the artist or anything.. He just doesn't look right.

Whisper Draston

And thank you! x3

DyneWulf

Shouldn't be that way, unless I change more of the base code. I got everything handled that would cause this issue, so... hopefully, it won't be a problem going forawrd!

DyneWulf

It's a pain, but you have to click towards the left side of everything to get past it. I didn't think about it till it was too late to do anything about for this update.

DyneWulf

It's something I have in mind too! The template I have was a test, and so far, it seems to be running fine and has been well-received.

DyneWulf

I understand where you're coming from in this case, There can be a loss of immersion for some people due to this change, but in the long run, the amount of possibility and flexibility we'll have is so much greater. So, some things are being sacrificed, but the gains from it will be great as well.

DyneWulf

Thank you for the input!

DyneWulf

Ah that was such a lovely update, and god damn Richard is just &lt;3

Bunnylover

So my main concern at the moment is, are we gonna have to keep restarting the game when you add in the new sprites/character art? Like thats going to be majorly annoying if its a slow process you know what I mean?

Bunnylover

I'm stuck at Spence's rubdown scene... The change in screen size and such prevents me from clicking the right spots. D: Can't move past it due to being unable to click where it needs to advance in it...

Chris Pedersen

Will there be any different hair styles for your game? Maybe someting for the African American perhaps

Licorice

Thanks for ur hard work Dyne. we all know how hard you and CGB worked on this and it's highly appreciated but I got a few notes that I had to mention after trying the new update... the whole idea of visual novels is to make YOU (the player) feel like you are interacting personally with the characters in the visual novels... like you are in there, in that world with them, living and experiencing through each day with them through all types of situations. that's why its essential to always keeping the player feeling like engaging with these characters as much as possible and they are engaging and communicating back with you, that's why they are mostly posted to the front side to face the player and always give a direct eye contact with the player to keep that feeling alive at all time which it was something your visual novel certainly didn't lack and has certainly done a splendid job with it... until now... tilting all the characters to the sideways and losing the eye contact with the player will completely kill that feeling. I realize that it has been done to shift their attention to the new added MC and I understand that taking the chance to adding something new to your visual novel like an MC while re-editing it anyway sounds like its a lot of fun and a fun addition to the visual novel but... wouldn't you think the cost is too great? it will lose the players the chance to be truly live and experience these situations and it would feel more like just reading a story about someone else since all the interactions would be now shifted completely to the MC. I really hope to hear your opinion about this matter.

Alex Winger

Really great update! Can't wait to see how it would look like when the new art is everywhere. The little animations to move the characters in the scene is a great touch in my opinion. Keep up the good work :D

Grawl

Might just take a little getting used to or when we see his natural facial expression, that feeling will pass!

DyneWulf

Haha, I'm happy that you enjoy it! Thank you!

DyneWulf

Thank you! I'll try not to work too hard. He will get his own section as well~

DyneWulf

Amazing update as usual! Just, I feel like I should say this...Spencer's new look is a bit...off to me. I can't put my finger on it why though.

Goodmoon

Thanks, Grimm! I'll relax a little bit today, then jump back to work tomorrow ;3

DyneWulf

Definitely an ACK! kind of moment, huh&gt;

DyneWulf

Thank you! I hope this was a decent pick-me-up then~

DyneWulf

I have a name in the works! i just didn't finalize it before doing the update &gt;.&gt;

DyneWulf

Renpy is actually pretty simple to pick up, and most of what I do is pretty basic work. There are tons for it too. What I'm doing on the rework is mostly just tedious stuff.

DyneWulf

Everything is coming along nicely, and I think the changes will grow on everyone too ;3 (just wait till I get to put in Coach without his clothes on!)

DyneWulf

THanks thanks!

DyneWulf

Thank you!

DyneWulf

Haha, glad to hear it!

DyneWulf

Good lord! One face and one pose and they are all perfect!!! Can't wait for more!!!! Update: a handful of clicks in and WOW MC customization YES YES YESSS!!! LOVE IT! Love the new interface!!! ok going to go actually play now I swear there won't be a play by play reaction to EVERYTHING lol.

Jay Paul Mayer

Awesome, I really love all the new stuff! Don't work yourself ragged though. I have a question though, since the MC has a "canon" design now and I'm assuming alt outfits, will he be getting his own section in the gallery in future updates?

erovus

Dyne, you're freaking amazing! You must've been working yourself ragged to get this all done in such a short timeframe. You don't have to apologize for anything though. We understand this is a massive transition. You're overhauling the entire game atm and yeah, that'll come with some bugs, we get it. We appreciate your hard work more than you know. Just make sure you're getting plenty of rest. :3

GrimFloof

"ACK!" -- Litterally! Day 2, Library. When seeing the new librarian, it startled me! :p

Taimaishoo

To tell u the truth was having a bad day. Then I saw you had an update so know I am happy thank you for that and keep up the good work.

Bigerbear

I see that the canon name for MC is still NoName the Nameless One. :v

Sean

Wow! Only a few clicks in and it's wonderful! I like the customization options for the MC. I LOVE the new chat, thought and narration bubbles! This is like a total rebuild and I can only imagine the work that went into this. A HUGE kudos, to you and the team! GerBear and Gavel, I wish my imagination was HALF as good as your artwork :p The only thing so far I would have to ask about is Spencer. His eyes and forehead seem a little to small for the size of his muzzle and the rest of his head. Do you teach a class on Ren'py by chance? ;p

Taimaishoo

Obviously havent played the new updated, but the cast looks amazing. A few things to nitpick at like coaches and chester calves been a bit big, spencer head looks a bit small, and I wish for a bigger belly on coach. But all of those things are nitpicking stuff, amazing job on the artist choice. Cant wait to play it tonight!

Bunnylover

Amazing job as always, keep up the great job. Kudos to CaptainGerBear and Gavel!

Kevinsora

It looks awesome, thanks for all this and the hard work.

Dyne, I am now super hyped to get off work. Was going to just go home and read, but now I can 'read' *waggly eyebrows*. Anyway! Can't wait to check it out!

InariusPrime