The Contract - Public Update v0.3

• Introduced Evelyn, Megan, and Lucy as story characters, each with their own introductory scenes.
• A new voice is now messing with David's head in key moments.
• David’s intrusive thoughts are becoming more present in the narrative, shaping the story and his decisions.
  
  

• Sprites now dim and glow to signal the active speaker. It’s a small detail, but it helps scenes feel more dynamic and easier to follow.
• A subtle overlay has been added behind characters to help them stand out during dialogue.
• I've been using The Sims 4 to create temporary backgrounds. The last update had them unfiltered, but to match the aesthetic of earlier scenes, I’ve added a color filter, just for the sake of consistency. These will most likely be replaced once I can upgrade the art.
  
  

• Went back through the script to improve pacing and make the dialogue feel more natural. Feel free to replay if it isn't your first time for a better experience! 

• Progress remains on the slower side due to time limitations, but it is steady. Your continued support is what makes this possible — thank you.
• We’re getting close to hitting the first funding goal, which will allow me to invest more time into development and visual upgrades.
  
  

• You might notice the jump to v0.3 — previously, I was using a version format that wasn’t all that clear. "Hargas" over on another site pointed out that the structure was wrong and Dev Notes were missing. So I’ve made adjustments to keep things clearer going forward, especially for those familiar with visual novel development norms. (Hopefully)

• Due to recent platform restrictions and shifting guidelines, if—AND ONLY IF it becomes necessary, the main themes of the story may be slightly adjusted in future builds. However, my goal is to preserve the original idea no matter what.
  Of course, IF IT COMES TO IT, someone (definitely not me) will provide a restoration patch for anyone who wants the unaltered version.