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Status update Episode 8
This week I took a break from writing and worked on art.I've been buying new assets needed for the episode, setting up some scenes, tried to learn new things, posing animations, and more.Setting up scenes before producing art is usually very time-consuming.What I mean by "setting up a scene" is all the work I need to do to prepare an environment for rendering.The work includes adding the environment, objects, models, lighting, etc.A s...
Being a DIK: The complete official guide
The guide for Season 2, including episodes 5 - 7, has been updated.Go to post
Status update Episode 8
It's time for the first real status update for episode 8, and the development is ongoing.This week, it's mostly been planning and writing. I've been writing a lot, as I've been in the zone.I know what I want to fit into this episode, so I'm writing as much of the layout as possible to grasp the workload that lies ahead.Episode 8 will be the episode that wraps up the second season, so I'm very excited about it and will do m...
+$30 poll: Cosmetic poll, Sage
Help me decide what Sage should wear in episode 8.Your vote is worth 4 votes in this poll.If you need a closer look, I have attached the full resolution image to this post.Vote in all polls you're eligible for:$10 poll$15 poll$25 poll
$25 poll: Cosmetic poll, Sage
Help me decide what Sage should wear in episode 8.Your vote is worth 4 votes in this poll.If you need a closer look, I have attached the full resolution image to this post.Vote in all polls you're eligible for:$10 poll$15 poll+$30 poll
$15 poll: Cosmetic poll, Sage
Help me decide what Sage should wear in episode 8.Your vote is worth 2 votes in this poll.If you need a closer look, I have attached the full resolution image to this post.Vote in all polls you're eligible for:$10 poll$25 poll+$30 poll
$10 poll: Cosmetic poll, Sage
Help me decide what Sage should wear in episode 8.Your vote is worth 1 vote in this poll.If you need a closer look, I have attached the full resolution image to this post.Vote in all polls you're eligible for:$15 poll$25 poll+$30 poll
Status update
Hey, everyone!I just wanted to let you know that I'm back since Tuesday and working at full speed.I'm juggling several tasks at the moment, including Steam preparations, writing the walkthrough, posing animations, and setting up the environment for episode 8 development.Not a lot to report now, except that I should finish writing the walkthrough sometime within the next 2 weeks and that everything is good.During my time off, I have been d...
$5 tier: Episode 7, Patch v0.7.2 (patch only)
Thank you all for your support! Enjoy!Please, back up your game before patching!Failed patching won't be reimbursed.Need assistance? Join the DiscordSPOILERS IN COMMENTS WILL BE DELETED.Use the Discord server if you want to chat about the update, please.NOTE! Steam saves are NOT compatible. You cannot patch the Steam version.Before patching your game, I strongly advise you to make a copy of the game directory in case you make a mistake when p...
Post-release status
Hey, brothers and sisters!I hoped those of you who played the latest episode enjoyed it!It was a great feeling to release it to you after a long and rough development cycle, and I'm absolutely thrilled with the overwhelming response from all of you.Since release, I have worked hard to keep up with bug reports and typos, and I tried my best to help as many as possible to get your saves and games up and running.It's definitely harder to kee...
Patch (v0.7.2) is live:
GO TO POSTPatch (v0.7.2) with the following bug fixes is live:-- Changelog v0.7.2 -- Fixed a bug where the new phone, mainly Rooster, would cause an exception for subsurfaces, for a subset of players. Fixed a bug where Shuffle would give you unlimited money. Corrected typos in episode 7It is recommended to download the patch if you experienced any issues when using the phone in v0.7.1.Hopefully, this is the last patch for this update.CheersDr Pin...
Being a DIK: Episodes 1-7 (v0.7.1), live for $10+ tiers
Being a DIK: Episodes 1-7 (v0.7.1), including the new episode True Colors, is now live for the +$10 tiers!Get it here! https://www.patreon.com/posts/50332886Thank you for your support! Cheers Dr PinkCake
Patch (v0.7.1) with bug fixes is live.
Being a DIK: Episodes 1-7 (v0.7.1), including bug fixes for reported bugs, is now live.Update your game if you want the latest changes, here is the changelog for v0.7.1Click here for the updated postChangelog v0.7.1 Fixed a bug with the Bios app, where you would get multiple entries if you rolled back to change your mind during some choices. Fixed an issue where you got stuck in the final freeroam of episode 7 if you dismissed Riona too fast in h...
Being a DIK: Episodes 1-7 (v0.7.2)
Thank you all for your support! Enjoy!Need assistance? Join the Discord serverSPOILERS IN COMMENTS WILL BE DELETED!Use the Discord server if you want to chat about the update please.NOTE! Steam saves are NOT compatible. You cannot patch the Steam version.Full Game links (v0.7.2)NOTE! Try another link if your download failsWindows/Linux (14.5 GB)MEGA (need a paid account) - Mediafire - GDRIVEmacOS (14.5 GB)MEGA (need a paid account)- Mediafire - G...
Release date announcement
The release dates for Episode 7 - True Colors are as follows:+$25 tiers: Friday, April 23+$10 tiers: Monday, April 26$5 tier: Friday, May 7 (Patch only. Requires v0.6.0 or v0.6.1.)DIKs! The wait is almost over!Beta testing has yielded great results and helped the episode get more polished than it was.There are still some kinks to work out, and after that, there's the general preparation for release left on my end; but today, I'm feeling c...
Beta testing + Changelog information
Beta testing and proofreading have started!Stay tuned for a release date. I will update you as soon as I know more.Preliminary changelogPlease note, the changelog might change slightly before release as a result of beta testing.Added Episode 7 that includes 3723 renders 836 GUI elements 34 2D-art pieces 250 animations 22 songs 20 sound effects Lowered the volume of the intro splash screen and made its sound level controlled by the SFX channel. Se...
Final status update - Episode 7
This week I pushed to produce the remaining content; I'm almost finished with this.Starting in a few days, I will start working on this list: Meticulously play and polish the update Double-check variables, choices, branches Compatibility test changes with older saves Rewrite/trim/touch up scenes after playing Add any content needed after tests Initial spellcheck before proofreadingYou can expect an update that will give you plenty of content ...
Status update + 10k patrons reward finale
This week I worked on the checklist from last week, doing bits of everything.I focused on mini-games, phone content, and music.Next week I will try to finish all writing and as much of the art left to pose as possible. Now that I have written more, I feel that there's less art left to pose than my previous estimation.I will also start playtesting and polishing next week.I estimate that I'm 90% complete with the update.I'm pushing hard...
10k patrons wallpaper series: Isabella
Isabella is the eighteenth wallpaper in the 10,000 patrons wallpaper series.The final wallpaper will be posted on Friday.Download full HD, 4k or 3440x1440 wallpapers in the attachments below.Enjoy!
Status update + 10k patrons wallpaper
This week I focused on producing static renders and working on a free-roam event.The animation playtime of this episode alone is now over 18 minutes, which is a +110% increase compared to episode 6. I think I've produced all animations needed, but a few scenes remain to be written.The static render count of 3505 has also officially surpassed episode 6.To show you the work I have left to do, I can try to make a bullet point list of it:Missing ...
10k patrons wallpaper series: Jill
Jill is the sixteenth wallpaper in the 10,000 patrons wallpaper series.Only three wallpapers remain in the series, with no group shots.Download full HD, 4k or 3440x1440 wallpapers in the attachments below.Enjoy!
Status update + 10k patrons wallpaper
This week I worked mainly on static renders and a few animations.Something I worked extra hard on this week was environment design, and I will have to continue to work on this and the last free-roam event next week. It will be a fairly big free-roam event, but work should be progressing at a steady pace.I have written plenty of the script too, and I only have a handful more scenes to write.On top of the free-roam event, static renders and writing...
10k patrons wallpaper series: Riona
Riona is the fourteenth wallpaper in the 10,000 patrons wallpaper series.Five wallpapers remain in the series.Download full HD, 4k or 3440x1440 wallpapers in the attachments below.Enjoy!
