Hey, at least there's some new content again

Yeah, it's been a while since the last version of the game. And I can tell you, no one is less happy about that than I am. That makes me all the more excited to be able to release a preview version today that lets you play through the game - at least on one or more paths - until the end of this version.

Here is the link for the highest supporter tier: https://subscribestar.adult/posts/2499912

What's new in 0.4.0-alpha

This is the biggest update yet. The focus was on the time between story beats - the drive itself.

  • Driving Hub: You're actually in the car now. While driving, you can interact with Buddy and Ali - conversations, small moments, optional scenes. What's available depends on your progress and the choices you've made so far.
  • Status Screen: Accessible from the quick menu at any time. Shows each character's mood, their relationship to you and each other, and what they're currently thinking. Inner Thoughts: Every character now has a visible inner monologue that shifts as the story progresses.
  • Choice Hints: Certain decisions now have optional hints if you're unsure what a choice means. Main Menu: New intro with short film sequences, plus direct links to Discord and SubscribeStar right in the menu.
  • End of Build Screen: Cleaner end screen with social links in case you want to leave feedback or report a bug.
  • New character model for the second character: That was really a lot of work. I estimate that I had to re-create at least 50% of all the renders. I explain why I did that in earlier posts.
  • New story section “Motel”: After a minor mishap, our group ends up in the car of some helpful people and eventually at a motel - all sharing a single room.

What’s next?

I’m still missing a few snippets for V4. Every path currently ends very abruptly. The goal is to finish the day. So a lot will still happen at the motel before it’s time for bed. Also, the Carl path is currently missing most of its images. That will be the next step.

I’ll be posting updates on these next steps more frequently for the highest backer tier until V4 is completely finished. Only then will versions be released for the other backers. And as promised, for all former backers as well—I haven’t forgotten you and am still very grateful for your support! Thanks, guys!

If you want to follow the development... join my Discord. I always post here when there’s something noteworthy in the #dev-log channel.

Otherwise—feel free to share bugs, feedback, and suggestions for improvement here or on Discord. You’ll find the link in the game.