November - Work Progress Update (Patreon)

Hello All,

Here's an update to let you know that v0.4.0 is completed and I am working on v0.5.0. This is an important update for me because when v0.5.0 is complete, I will release the v0.1.0 prologue to the public and begin releasing v0.2.0 to my patrons. So, there's a lot of motivation to get it done!

I'm finding with CELTICA, it takes longer to get scenes done than it did with STELLAR INCOGNITA. This is because with STELLAR, I could run wild with a story branch once the images had been made. I just had to write to each image. With CELTICA it's more complicated - it's a story that is more "show, don't tell", because I want the player to be immersed in this fantasy world. Also, there are more gameplay mechanics I need to be aware of, since there are various point keeping systems and continuity checks I need to do.

I decided near the beginning of CELTICA that I wouldn't be rushed to keep to a strict release schedule if it meant that the quality of the work would be less than what I envisaged in my head. Another reason is that it prevents burnout. I'm really enjoying CELTICA now, but any creator could grow to dread working on something if they felt it was a chore. But, a good work habit and commitment is also important! That's why I also resolved to do something  every single day to progress an update. No days to completely slack off! Anyway, I will talk to you soon with some hopefully GREAT news and we can continue on with the adventures of the Scythian!