This has potential to be one the best AVN out there. Absolutely love the current content. All the girls designs are top tier and I'm excited for future updates.
I loved this game, with its razer-sharp wit and absurd, yet hilarious and engaging story.
But Lindsey..... poor girl. As far as I can tell, she is meant to be in her twenties, but the first thought I had when seeing her, were "Oh, how nice that Lily has found a replacement grandma who cares for her!", because there's SOMETHING about her face that makes her look like she's about 70. It is the only problem I have with this game, and it's a very small problem.
Get ready for a gaming experience(short but still a WIP) that exceeds the realms of entertainment and plunges you into a world where extraordinary dialogue meets unparalleled humor, characters boast layers as deep as an ocean, and the narrative unfolds like a tapestry of epic proportions. This game isn't just a masterpiece; it's a composition of wit, depth, and sheer brilliance.
Dialogue and Script:
The dialogue in this game is a treasure of variation. Every line feels naturally funny while still being able to keep itself serious, a fusion of wit and humor that keeps you chuckling even in the most intense moments. The characters banter with a flair that's as sharp as a sword, making every interaction a delight. The writers have truly mastered the art of infusing humor without sacrificing substance.
Character Development/Substance
In this AVN, characters are not just pixels on the screen but living, breathing entities with layers that are apparent at first but become more and more complex with each appearance and line. Each protagonist and antagonist comes with a depth that surprises and captivates, creating an emotional connection that goes beyond the typical AVN, sometimes with the subtleties displayed from their dialogue and sometimes with an unspoken energy they're exuding with their personalities. Expect to be enthralled by personalities that go far beyond your view of virtual personas and tropey personalities.
Narrative and World-Building:
The narrative unfolds like an epic saga, where each new hint adds another layer to which you end up begging to want to know more. The world-building is still early but even so, it's alive with history, politics, and mysteries that seamlessly intertwine. This is a universe that feels as real as it is fantastical, with a narrative that keeps you hooked from start to finish.
Spectacular Music and Sound Design:
The soundtrack is a marvel, setting the stage for every scene with precision and flair. From beats in the down-time that make you want to find the song, just so you can add it to your playlist, to soul-stirring melodies during emotional moments, the music elevates the gaming experience to new heights. The sound design is equally phenomenal, immersing you in a world where every footstep, whisper, and distant traffic horn is a symphony in itself.
In conclusion, this game isn't just a 5-star experience; it's a comedic odyssey with layers of depth that rival the best novels. The world-building, dialogue, and music create an immersive experience that will have you laughing, crying, and on the edge of your seat. A truly epic AVN that should be seen as an example for AVN creators. I can't wait to see where it goes because so far, I am absolutely addicted!
The writing is surprisingly good - like top 5 on all of itch type good.
The H-scenes (and the lack thereof) is definitely a minus. The one scene we got was a really weird, sorta rapey BJ. Unsure why that was the choice, but hopefully future scenes make up for it/maybe remove the sleep part in a rework.
As for the lewd, I've said this a bunch on discord, but I pretty much developed the first version of UA in a complete bubble. I had no if people would even play it, let alone enjoy it. I felt like if I didn't include some sort of lewd scene, I'd be hamstringing whatever potential the game may have had.
So, yeah. You're not wrong. It's out of place, and while I think it would probably be fine down the road for these characters, it doesn't make a whole lot of sense where it's at. I'll probably remove it in some future update after I've added more sexual content, but for now it stays since there's really not much else on that front at the moment. And aside from how it comes out of nowhere, most of the feedback on it has been otherwise positive.
The scene looks great - don't get me wrong. It's the questionable consent of the whole thing, especially since the sister that actually has the MC's dick in their mouth is clearly not about to suck his dick when she's awake. I feel like if you just change the BJ to the sister that does wanna suck his dick, no one would bat and eye. Like it would make sense why she's mad he almost leaves again (after she confesses and blows him) and it makes sense in her character arc (as far as I've read, obviously idk future arcs etc.). Those are my 2 cents but I probably have a higher consent threshold than most dudes playing porngames so =/
I've always hold the story writing and character developments in high regards when it comes to these kind of Visual Novel. Your writing is funny yet it can turn into very real and emotional at time. I'm absolutely taken by the story. Will definitely continue to support!
im gonna be honest, in a lot of visual novels i just hold CTRL and skip to the porn. Your writing is incredible, this is a unique story, I am in love with your characters. Great work, cant wait to play the next update!
I don't think I ever laughed as hard during a game as I did while reading the texts from Akira and Valentine... Well done! I canot wait for the next update!
Hey, I have a problem with the Android Port. At the beggining of the game, when Sam's talking the game just crashes, this happens everytime. I tried to reinstall the game and it keeps happening. I've downloaded again and played it, but it keeps crashing, thanks for reading this.
Hey, sorry for the late reply. The Android port is working on my phone, so honestly I really have no idea what I could do to help solve that issue. Nobody else has reported crashing, and I'm not even sure how you'd access the crash logs for the Android version to figure out what the problem is.
My understanding of Ren'Py on Android is that it's kind of jank, so my ultimate (unhelpful) recommendation would be to play on PC if at all possible, or maybe bring your problem to the discord so someone more knowledgeable about Android might be able to help.
I've been awaiting more content since you first released the VN, and I'm glad I did, was an amazing couple hours of play-time. You've done amazing with the characters personality, and looks. Not to mention the story is getting there, did not expect to see that cliff-hanger... Gettin' spooked for Casper now. Thank you for creating, and updating this game, unlike others not being grateful...
Fantastic game so far! Tore through the whole thing way too fast, but enjoyed jt immensely. The characters are all incredible and well written, and the dialogue and overall story are wonderful. My only minor issue currently is a lack of any sort of scene replay that I can find, which is only really an issue right now to know if I missed any scenes. It doesn't FEEL like there were any choices that would have led to closing out any big scenes, but i'm constantly paranoid about that kind of stuff in VNs.
Dude, be grateful you even get the game... It's been an amazing 3 updates from August. Sometimes there are shorter updates, and longer updates. Updates contain certain parts of the story, and end shorter, or last longer. They've done great with the VN.
The only disappointment I have is that it was too short, I was genuinely pissed when it said that i had reached the end of the update. I may not download it for a while until the updates pile on so that I can binge. these are like book novels for me so i need to be buried for hours at a time. Bonus points for not limiting the length of the names I dont understand why people do that cringe. Let me use my ridiculous long names that would be impractical in real life
If you want to be taken seriously and appear professional as a developer you 1. stick to your word 2. support your game on EVERY platform you use for it.
If the dev has an Itch page for it, I shouldn't have to go trawl through the internet to find the release he has promised.
Edit: Don't get me wrong I appreciate you pointing out that it's available elsewhere. You were just trying to help. Also I appreciate the work that's gone into this VN. I've enjoyed so far and am looking forward to future updates.
Please someone tell me the name of the menu music, I just downloaded, and I can't even start playing because I'm too focused on finding the name of this music
AugustEsoterica, this is so great! Excellent balance of tension and comedy, I'm on the edge of my seat. I feel like you're answering the question of what to play after Caribdis.
I'm excited to see where things go, and I hope you get the funding and time to work on this passion project. You should open up a SubscribeStar, capture the people who don't use Patreon.
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Just finished the Current content. So far amazing. Story is great. Graphics and art superb. Can't wait for more content.
This has potential to be one the best AVN out there. Absolutely love the current content. All the girls designs are top tier and I'm excited for future updates.
hello, i have a huge problem with the game
the game appear to be cut and splice like this
I never ecounter this kind of problem with another vn
ive been trying redownload multiple times, but it still look like this
any help?
A few people have had this problem. So far, seems to be universally be a graphics driver issue. Try updating and/or rolling back.
When is the next update
I just downloaded and im having same problem did you found a way to fix yours
I loved this game, with its razer-sharp wit and absurd, yet hilarious and engaging story.
But Lindsey..... poor girl. As far as I can tell, she is meant to be in her twenties, but the first thought I had when seeing her, were "Oh, how nice that Lily has found a replacement grandma who cares for her!", because there's SOMETHING about her face that makes her look like she's about 70. It is the only problem I have with this game, and it's a very small problem.
Looking forward to further updates.
I'll have you know Lindsey is a very proud twenty-year-old grandmother of three, and nobody can take that from her.
Of course, how could I be so wrong ;-P
Have I missed something? Who tf is Lindsey?
thats what im trying to figure out
Long but Thorough review incoming:
Get ready for a gaming experience(short but still a WIP) that exceeds the realms of entertainment and plunges you into a world where extraordinary dialogue meets unparalleled humor, characters boast layers as deep as an ocean, and the narrative unfolds like a tapestry of epic proportions. This game isn't just a masterpiece; it's a composition of wit, depth, and sheer brilliance.
Dialogue and Script:
The dialogue in this game is a treasure of variation. Every line feels naturally funny while still being able to keep itself serious, a fusion of wit and humor that keeps you chuckling even in the most intense moments. The characters banter with a flair that's as sharp as a sword, making every interaction a delight. The writers have truly mastered the art of infusing humor without sacrificing substance.
Character Development/Substance
In this AVN, characters are not just pixels on the screen but living, breathing entities with layers that are apparent at first but become more and more complex with each appearance and line. Each protagonist and antagonist comes with a depth that surprises and captivates, creating an emotional connection that goes beyond the typical AVN, sometimes with the subtleties displayed from their dialogue and sometimes with an unspoken energy they're exuding with their personalities. Expect to be enthralled by personalities that go far beyond your view of virtual personas and tropey personalities.
Narrative and World-Building:
The narrative unfolds like an epic saga, where each new hint adds another layer to which you end up begging to want to know more. The world-building is still early but even so, it's alive with history, politics, and mysteries that seamlessly intertwine. This is a universe that feels as real as it is fantastical, with a narrative that keeps you hooked from start to finish.
Spectacular Music and Sound Design:
The soundtrack is a marvel, setting the stage for every scene with precision and flair. From beats in the down-time that make you want to find the song, just so you can add it to your playlist, to soul-stirring melodies during emotional moments, the music elevates the gaming experience to new heights. The sound design is equally phenomenal, immersing you in a world where every footstep, whisper, and distant traffic horn is a symphony in itself.
In conclusion, this game isn't just a 5-star experience; it's a comedic odyssey with layers of depth that rival the best novels. The world-building, dialogue, and music create an immersive experience that will have you laughing, crying, and on the edge of your seat. A truly epic AVN that should be seen as an example for AVN creators. I can't wait to see where it goes because so far, I am absolutely addicted!
sam was supposed to say that also maybe set up a discord so people can send crashes and little miss haps like this also love the game
This was good love the elf and pinky
The writing is surprisingly good - like top 5 on all of itch type good.
The H-scenes (and the lack thereof) is definitely a minus. The one scene we got was a really weird, sorta rapey BJ. Unsure why that was the choice, but hopefully future scenes make up for it/maybe remove the sleep part in a rework.
Thanks for saying so.
As for the lewd, I've said this a bunch on discord, but I pretty much developed the first version of UA in a complete bubble. I had no if people would even play it, let alone enjoy it. I felt like if I didn't include some sort of lewd scene, I'd be hamstringing whatever potential the game may have had.
So, yeah. You're not wrong. It's out of place, and while I think it would probably be fine down the road for these characters, it doesn't make a whole lot of sense where it's at. I'll probably remove it in some future update after I've added more sexual content, but for now it stays since there's really not much else on that front at the moment. And aside from how it comes out of nowhere, most of the feedback on it has been otherwise positive.
The scene looks great - don't get me wrong. It's the questionable consent of the whole thing, especially since the sister that actually has the MC's dick in their mouth is clearly not about to suck his dick when she's awake. I feel like if you just change the BJ to the sister that does wanna suck his dick, no one would bat and eye. Like it would make sense why she's mad he almost leaves again (after she confesses and blows him) and it makes sense in her character arc (as far as I've read, obviously idk future arcs etc.). Those are my 2 cents but I probably have a higher consent threshold than most dudes playing porngames so =/
I laughed constantly at the awesome dialog. Outstanding game so far, looking forward to more.
Thank you, and I'm glad you enjoyed it. Working on the update every spare moment I get!
well this looks awesome! Can't wait to see what the future holds
Downloaded the game, but it says there's a problem parsing the package, would you mind to look into it? The version I download was android.
It means u need to free up some space
delete unless stuff
That's surprising and scary 😱
Its humor
😂
is there any walkthrough for us to download?
I've always hold the story writing and character developments in high regards when it comes to these kind of Visual Novel. Your writing is funny yet it can turn into very real and emotional at time. I'm absolutely taken by the story. Will definitely continue to support!
im gonna be honest, in a lot of visual novels i just hold CTRL and skip to the porn. Your writing is incredible, this is a unique story, I am in love with your characters. Great work, cant wait to play the next update!
What did you use to create the characters? They look really good!
I don't think I ever laughed as hard during a game as I did while reading the texts from Akira and Valentine... Well done! I canot wait for the next update!
just making sure that i reached the end of the update when i reached that loop of wanting more or head to main menu? im still clicking I WANT MORE
I am also having the same problem
still having the same problem and no update or help at all
Hey, I have a problem with the Android Port. At the beggining of the game, when Sam's talking the game just crashes, this happens everytime. I tried to reinstall the game and it keeps happening. I've downloaded again and played it, but it keeps crashing, thanks for reading this.
Hey, sorry for the late reply. The Android port is working on my phone, so honestly I really have no idea what I could do to help solve that issue. Nobody else has reported crashing, and I'm not even sure how you'd access the crash logs for the Android version to figure out what the problem is.
My understanding of Ren'Py on Android is that it's kind of jank, so my ultimate (unhelpful) recommendation would be to play on PC if at all possible, or maybe bring your problem to the discord so someone more knowledgeable about Android might be able to help.
Good game and great storyline so far cant wait for more
open Jukebox in this scene, Her facial expressions match the song very well
I've been awaiting more content since you first released the VN, and I'm glad I did, was an amazing couple hours of play-time. You've done amazing with the characters personality, and looks. Not to mention the story is getting there, did not expect to see that cliff-hanger... Gettin' spooked for Casper now. Thank you for creating, and updating this game, unlike others not being grateful...
Fantastic game so far! Tore through the whole thing way too fast, but enjoyed jt immensely. The characters are all incredible and well written, and the dialogue and overall story are wonderful. My only minor issue currently is a lack of any sort of scene replay that I can find, which is only really an issue right now to know if I missed any scenes. It doesn't FEEL like there were any choices that would have led to closing out any big scenes, but i'm constantly paranoid about that kind of stuff in VNs.
What happened to this game? The first two updates are really good then we get this???? What??? The hell's with this sudden change?
Is there any big change in 0.3?
Dude, be grateful you even get the game... It's been an amazing 3 updates from August. Sometimes there are shorter updates, and longer updates. Updates contain certain parts of the story, and end shorter, or last longer. They've done great with the VN.
oh my god :3
Will any of the LIs be avoidable or is every one of them forced? Would really like to avoid some if possible after this update.
The only disappointment I have is that it was too short, I was genuinely pissed when it said that i had reached the end of the update. I may not download it for a while until the updates pile on so that I can binge. these are like book novels for me so i need to be buried for hours at a time. Bonus points for not limiting the length of the names I dont understand why people do that cringe. Let me use my ridiculous long names that would be impractical in real life
the old saves is not working
absolutely amazing writing, characters, rendering, flirting, and plot! this is shaping up to be a top 3 AVN at least!
Wasn't something supposed to happen October 22nd at 7pm UTC?
Weird. Must have been my wild imagination. ;)
You can download 0.3 public from patreon. No login required.
eta - FFS i just wanna help some people wank off. What's with the negativity here?
If you want to be taken seriously and appear professional as a developer you
1. stick to your word
2. support your game on EVERY platform you use for it.
If the dev has an Itch page for it, I shouldn't have to go trawl through the internet to find the release he has promised.
Edit:
Don't get me wrong I appreciate you pointing out that it's available elsewhere.
You were just trying to help.
Also I appreciate the work that's gone into this VN. I've enjoyed so far and am looking forward to future updates.
Will there be an Android version of this game?
Please someone tell me the name of the menu music, I just downloaded, and I can't even start playing because I'm too focused on finding the name of this music
All (or at least most) of the music credits are in the About menu located on the main menu!
The title music is called A Place I Know by Cullah.
Thank you
There will be an android version?
Yep, 0.3 is available for early access on Android, PC, and Mac!
AugustEsoterica, this is so great! Excellent balance of tension and comedy, I'm on the edge of my seat. I feel like you're answering the question of what to play after Caribdis.
I'm excited to see where things go, and I hope you get the funding and time to work on this passion project. You should open up a SubscribeStar, capture the people who don't use Patreon.
Take care out there, and stay awesome!
damn really enjoyed whats so far the comedy is on point fam looking forward to more
Top tier