Free Build - 0.23.31a (Patreon)

🎉 Free Build Release – v0.23.31a 🎉

Hey everyone,

I’m excited to share the official free end-of-the-month build v0.23.31a with you all!

Over the past few weeks, I’ve been focusing on refining systems, improving performance, and adding more depth to the gameplay. Here’s a rundown of the highlights:

✨ New Additions & Improvements

Integrated a new LLM Model to improve dialogue handling.

Interact prompts and highlights have been fixed and improved.

Space movement at night now works as intended.

Reduced space emission multiplier (from 5000 → 1000) for better visuals and performance.

🔄 Reimplemented Features

NPC Info Display – back and fully functional.

Relationship Progression System – reintroduced to track player-NPC connections.

Updated relationship progression dialogue for smoother interactions.

🛠 Fixes

Fixed*: issue where the player UI (health/stamina bars) was still visible in Photo Mode.

Fixed*: a conversation bug where exiting after not typing anything caused the player to get stuck.

Fixed*: the issue where the player could still move in Photo Mode.

Fixed*: First-person camera clipping and rotation issues.

🗓️ Recent Weekly Updates Recap

Proximity Shout System (NPCs react vocally when you get close).

Location-based outfits for NPCs, including new beachwear.

Extended day/night cycle for longer days.

Reimplemented moods, emotions, and facial expressions.

Added new NPC movement routes and more improvements to the beach and residential areas.

⬇️ Download Links

Google Drive (Recommended): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Vw3BIjEwiDV-a3r2LNo3shvboNZ1BPYj/view?usp=sharing

GoFile (Alternative): https://gofile.io/d/SXt1y2

👉 If you have issues with the links, please reach out, and I’ll get them fixed quickly.

Looking Ahead

More updates and fixes are already in the works! I’ll continue refining systems, expanding NPC behaviors, and pushing further into the adult side of the game.

Thanks again for all of your support — whether you’re a free player checking out this build or a Patreon supporter helping fund development, every bit keeps NeonStrip moving forward.

Enjoy the new build, and as always, let me know your feedback!

— Blast