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Check In 10/27/2025
🕑 Added 2025-10-27 09:41:40 +0000 UTCHey folks as noted in the last update Billing is paused until release is ready. Today we have just a couple of renders from the update as a very small token for your patience.
Update news is simple. We did manage to solve the transfer issue and we're back in business. So here's exactly how things are at the moment. I send the testers a build, they test, send fixes, I fix and then send a new build. That's where we'll be until release. It's tedious, but because somebody (that person is me) flew to close to the sun on potential variables there's a lot of things they have to contend with. But that's nobody's fault but my own so any fuckery lands at my feet.
Now recently I received a message from a Patron who was concerned about the update window and my status, and it's a valid concern/complaint to have. So I tried to put my thoughts together and message him back, and I decided I would also put a more group oriented version my response here, because I think that this individual is most likely not the only one with such feelings, so I should speak to everybody. It's a wall of text and I apologise for any grammar or formatting issues. Also I'd like to say here that this isn't a targeting of any individuals, it was a perfectly respectful and earnest inquiry and they gave me a good vehicle to articulate some thoughts I've been meaning to put to "paper" for a while. So we're doing it now.
The first query was on the Transfer code and how it was causing difficulty/delays so I'll try to explain my process on it. The reason the transfer issue put us at a brick wall was in the most naked term possible, if the code itself wasn't working, then the game would crash, not possible to test pathing, make sure renders are working ect. Hence the trouble. So the other option is to just scrap the transfer entirely, but that was a last resort for a similar reason. The original Unbroken file and code was growing too large and unruly and was beginning to crash itself, so the choice was made to do this to try to prevent such issues further down the line. Hence why the transfer exists. The hope was to solve a problem before it got bigger. There's every possibility I made the incorrect choice, but I thought it wiser to try and fix it now, then have the game brick itself for everybody later. That's about the least fluffy way I can explain my thought process.
The next part of the query, involved the size of the update/ time taken to make it. Though this is the largest update, they were correct that it's not something such as 3x the size as the previous one. As I mentioned in my update paragraph the general issue comes rather from the branching nature of the game. I'm rather open that I was a bit overambitious in my pathing early on, and much of this update is an attempt to streamline, again like the transfer as a preventative measure for the future, the streamline had to happen sooner or later and since I was already working on other back end stuff I tossed it on the pile as well.
A final point, though not explicitly asked, I thought might give some additional insight. As I've mentioned in previous posts I've been very creatively unhappy with the update as a whole throughout the process, there's been lots of parts that was not something I would have been proud or happy putting out to the public, there's been lots of revision and backstage changes as a result. There's no excuses or blame to assign besides to myself. Nobody died, I didn't go to the hospital or have some major life thing, I just had a creative struggle. And I want to put out out something that I'm happy with and that people will enjoy. I acknowledge the wait is frustrating and folks have every right to feel that way, it's completely valid to express concern. Additionally my update posting has not been up to snuff this cycle, no excuse for that, I've mentioned before when I don't feel like I have much new to say I don't want to waste time writing out something droll just to write something, time I feel more people would probably rather I was working on update stuff. But not being as engaged in the community is also a problem no doubt and when one individual is voicing concerns with it, there are no doubt others who feel similar, so I'll work on it, if anything just a check in and some additional sneak peeks even if I don't have anything I'd consider interesting to say. Along with that the only other thing I can do on my end is just get the update out, and pause billing which as I stated will continue being done until release is here. I'd also like to say this isn't meant as a "boohoo my dev life is so hard" Just trying to be open on the thought process, frankly if unhappiness at my work is my biggest problem in the world I think I've gotten off pretty lightly. Anyway, now I'm rambling, so I'm going to shut up here.
As always I want to thank you guys for your support. The fact that you still care enough about my story is honestly humbling, I'm exceedingly lucky to have everybody. I only hope to be worthy of such a wonderful community. I say it a lot, but it's because it's true. Anyway I hope you have a lovely week and stay safe. Oh and Happy Halloween.
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Comments
Sergei Tha PimP
Not sure if this is about the comment I left in your last status update or some other bloke with a similar concern, but the fact that you actually took your time to think on it and address it, shows you really care, which can't be said for a lot of other VN devs out there. I really appreciate it!
Alex
Of all AVNs,your in a rare crowd. I'm, well not happy but more than willing to wait for your amazing story to continue
DeadMan
Looking at the girls, life is is so hard, how do you handle so many beautiful women wanting you. Just a redhead like those on each leg and I would die a happy man. I'd probably suffer brain damage from loss of blood flow to the brain first. Keep up the great work and when it's done it's done.
RicardoS
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backi480
I have little Ambition, and just thinking about a Project of this Magnitude would kill me. If I then found out that some People have been working on their AVN for 3-5 Yearsโฆ many of them alone! Then I can only bow reverently and express my Respect. I wouldn't find it unusual for there to be a "creative Break" every now and then. You and all the others are People with Family, Problems, etc. A Break has to be possible, even if many don't like it. I would find it very depressing if I later found out that the Guy from Project xx is burned out and finished. Good Luck in the Future !
Jonathan Hang
Oh, it's great to hearโฆ read from you. I really don't mind if Billing comes back on. But that's how you know you're a REAL one ๐ฅฐ. And these renders are most appreciated โค๏ธ! Amrit and Ines ๐ฅฐ Yes, Elsโฆ Kiss those washboard abs. I love the way you go down on me. Plot twistโฆ it's not MC ๐โฆ.. ๐ญ. *gasp* Is it finally time with Ines ๐๐ฅณ? Grasshopper and Els together ๐คค (KO ๐ต) Butt shots ๐!!! Lucyna, maybe ๐??? Your ladies gives me all the feels ๐๐ฅฐ๐๐๐๐คคโค๏ธ๐ซถ๐ป!!! Don't worry, Kana! She doesn't like a specific girl. You should be fine ๐. And also, ring that bell ๐! "I got you for 3 minutesโฆ 3 minutes of PLAYTIME ๐!!!" I like it when you rambleโฆ I DO LOVE TO LISTEN, and I ENJOYED that read ๐. And anyway, you're all good here, STWAโฆ I have been with you for 2 years now (it'll be 3 next year in Feb). And you never disappoint. Your game has already surpassed expectations and brought us countless memories and joy from playing. And your divine render sets are always welcome ๐. You'll always have our 200% unwavering trust and support โ๐ปโค๏ธ! Like I always said, "I let my Devs do their own thing. So take your time working and perfecting this masterpiece ๐ฅฐ and release it whenever ๐. I'm just vibing and chilling. Having a great time in life. Enjoying and taking it one day at a time. No need to stress. No need to rush. Godlike patience is the key. So I can wait forever ๐ . Mellow is my mood. Go with the flow ๐, you know. Zenergy. Keep staying positive and optimistic ๐. No point in wasting time/energy being angry/negative. If it comes out, then LET'S F-IN GO ๐ช๐ป๐ฅ! If it doesn't, oh well, life goes on. At the end of the day, I'm here to support you and the game's development and be along for the ride during this magical/magnificent journey ๐ข ๐. As always, thanks for the Check In ๐๐ป, STWA! Keep on keeping on ๐!!! ALWAYS EXCITED AND EAGERLY WAITING FOR YOUR GAME AND READING YOUR POSTS ๐๐ป๐ฅ!!! Love and appreciate everything! You โค๏ธ, your ladies ๐, your posts ๐ฅฐ, your renders ๐, and your games โค๏ธ! Always make my days better ๐! Thank you, everyone, for being a part of my life/routine ๐! Stay safe, stay blessed, and stay in PERFECT health, beautiful people! And don't forget to hydrate! Have an amazing and beautiful week! I'll catch you allโON THE NEXT ONE โ๐ป๐!!! Also, I already celebrated Halloween last week with the fam ๐ . So, Happy Early Halloween, everyone ๐งโโ๏ธ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฆ๐งโโ๏ธ๐งโโ๏ธ๐บ๐ป๐คก๐งโโ๏ธ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฆธโโ๏ธ๐ฆนโโ๏ธ๐!!!
RicardoS
I have no problem to wait a little longer when you keep up the quality you delivered so farโฆ The only thing i dont like is quitting, as long as you stand behind your creation , we are good! ๐ซก๐ค๐ Happy Halloween to you allโฆ Just my 2 cents, take careโฆ
RicardoS
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Metastatic Malady
Honestly, I think this VN has some of the best writing out there, especially regarding character dialogue and humor. I know how hard it is to keep focus and write creatively while still trying to maintain a quality standard, its tough. Sometimes near impossible depending on your own circumstances and the particular parts of the writing that can be hard to get just right. I'm just happy that everything seems fixed and work on the story continues, and I'm not worried about how long it will take to release, these things take time and I'm patient. Just dont overwork yourself or burn out, its easier to do than we think, and our creativity can suffer from it. Thanks for producing and continuing to produce the story that you are, I highly enjoy and look forward to more!
Razziq
Depending on how the update is now do you think you will release it this year? Because I can comfortably say that there Are a lot of us who can not wait for the update to come, myself included๐ ๐
