Epilogues/Endings (0.26.0) update #1
Added 2022-03-07 23:45:36 +0000 UTCSPOILERS AHEAD: There will be screenshots and commentary that can be deemed spoiler-ific to follow. I'll try not to go into details, but if you want to go in blind, back away.
LAST CHANCE TO BACK AWAY...
And, so it begins. The work for the Ending/Epilogue content for Now & Then. Though, to say it's "begun" is a bit of a stretch. More like, all of our focus is on this content now, because we've been working on ending scenes for months. And frankly, we've had to, as there's a ridiculous amount to be done here. Nine possible gallery scenes (three of which have variants) are the heavy hitters for this release.
With that in mind, I have to say that this release, more than any before it, will be a vastly different build. Usually, there's around 12-13 story scenes that move the narrative forward with 3-5 intimate moments littered about. Here, the epilogue is more focused on overarching shifts in the character's lives before moving into each of the girls' separate segments. At this point, I figure we'll get the whole thing running and then try to go in and add in a few smaller moments to flesh the whole thing out.
Speaking of "getting it running," this chapter features some pretty complex (and probably ugly) code in the background to set up who the main love interest and what variation of each of the other character's stories you'll see. I've tested it with placeholder text and it does what I need it to, so hopefully it holds up once the content is in place.
In terms of timelines, there's really no telling how long this'll take. With only two intimate scenes (on top of most of the regular story) left to create, it could come together in a couple of weeks. It could also take a little longer. But, since I only get one chance to nail the ending, I'm going to take my time and try to get it as close to right as possible.
Thanks for your support and your interest,
-Kinderfeld
Comments
I had a similar thought about a Lori scene. Having Mc take carol and their child to visit Lori at her gravesite. Would be an amazing scene with all the feels.
Wbrad
2022-03-09 20:34:29 +0000 UTCCarol, Naomi, Alice, and Sydney. Hana's ending is more about where you two are at relationship-wise.
ILSProductions
2022-03-08 23:14:56 +0000 UTCLooks like it's going to be awesome. Take your time! Always strange to me how harem games often want to become single-LI at the end. I mean, I'll probably play those just to see the content, but why have one girl when you can have many? Settling is what real life is for.
Dubsington
2022-03-08 03:58:20 +0000 UTCSo, I started off with Carol as the "Queen Bee" with, basically, maximum harem. How many other possible main love interests are there? Hadn't even occured to me before now. Kind of figure the ones labeled "like" instead of love are potential main love interests. Asking for ideas for future playthroughs.
danielwpeer
2022-03-08 02:04:44 +0000 UTCPlease take your time! These epilogue moments are something many of us have anticipated for half a year or more. I don't know how far out you will take the epilogue moments, but I would like to see Carol's child playing with Sydney's child while the two Moms and Dad watch and laugh together. I'm even picturing the spirit of Lori looking down and smiling for her beloved, he's finally found peace and joy after her loss and then the loss of almost the entire world and a way of life. Some sentimental times and reminiscing, even raising a glass to those souls who did not survive the journey all fit, at least in my mind. I plan on having a beer or three to enjoy throughout the epilogue and I'll raise my glass with the rest of your supporters to a story Very Well told!
Pax
2022-03-08 01:08:24 +0000 UTCGet it exactly as you want--this game is a great legacy for ILS Productions.
Paul Newmon
2022-03-08 00:02:55 +0000 UTC
