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Hey Folks,

I'm almost finished Episode 10.  At the moment, the length is slightly above average.  Before it is release ready, I have to correct a couple of bugs, then complete a few run-throughs, error checking, typo correction and make sure all the variables are correct for each different branch, so I'm estimating I still have around 16 hours of work to complete.  It's just after 4am here, so I'm going to get some sleep and then straight back to it in a few hours.

But....

At the moment I have a minor concern... Although I have completed all of the planned scenes for this episode,...Now that it is complete, I think it may work better if I add some extra content. Although I'm happy with each scene and the current episode content and length, I think the extra items would help it feel like a more "complete" episode.  (It would cover two in game days)

So I'll make a decision later, once I have an operational episode.  I'll either release the planned content as is.  Or I'll push it out by a few days (approx. 5-7) and add the extra content (extra animations, 2 extra small scenes and an extension to 2 existing scenes).

I might be being overly critical, but the gut feeling is that this episode will work better with the extra content and covering two in-game days, rather than the current 1 day which may be a bit congested.

But if I do add a few extra days and the extra content, the Episode will definitely be a monster (It will be the biggest episode to date &  will have approx. 4-5 animations), so it'll be the worth the minor delay. 

I'll make a decision once I get some sleep and try a few play-throughs.

Thanks,

CG

Comments

Quinfax

I'm all for extra content myself. However it's your game so I feel it's best to release when you feel you have the product your satisfied with. I think everyone would agree that you have released solid update, so everyone wouldn't mind waiting a bit more for this goodie. Excelsior

Stranger

I agree. You do you. I trust you

Stranger

Oh, and extra content is worth the wait...

Zengee

Take your time and make it the best you can.

HouseLover

I concur you game is worth the extra wait. Pls consider doing you best rather than hitting a schedule.

CoffeeLab

Follow your instincts :-); making it better is a bonus...

Pat

A possible option is to release Ep. 10 as is, and maybe 10x with the extra content later?

Dion Starfire

A few extra days wait is no biggie if you think it'll improve the quality of the release. A week or more should see dramatic improvement (that's 1/4 of a monthly release). Just be wary of 'scope creep'. In the end, though, follow your instincts. We support you because we like the work you do.

M4t7theNinja

Add the extra content, us fans can wait for extra content. I can always wait for extra content, also makes all the non paying people wait to which is a added bonus. Scumbags I tell ye.

Spikeyboi

Do it! It seems like the best thing, tbh

Aprilsun

Please take the extra time and don't rush your game Cheeky. A few days won't make any difference for your loyal fans.

DA22

Make the choice that you think is best for the game, :)

TotesNotThea

Do what you see fit, extra content is always welcome in my book; you'll always get moaners complaining about delays; do what you want, it's your game!

Penn

Wow, more content!! You are the man! However my understanding is that a monster chapter is good, but what I like is consistent and relaxed pacing of the story instead of cramping everything and move through things quickly. But it is ultimately up to you to decide. Thanks!

Malin0

I vote for the extra content :)

Ignatz

I think you should quit this game and become an alpaca farmer. No, wait, that was another dev. This is Cheeky's Patreon, right? Okay, take the time you think you need. If ever it's a question between an arbitrary deadline or you enjoying the game you're creating...well, you're smart enough to know which is better. But, you know...alpacas...

PsychIntent Games

How dare you take extra time to give us an extra-long update. I am so outraged! Wait a minute. Katie. Jenna. Mmmmm.... Nevermind.

Steele76

I'm in, more content with Lilly or Angel, maybe Katie or Jenna. Hmm... worth the extra wait ! :P

hisstoryman

You haven't disappointed so far, will trust your judgement.