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Saturday Update!
🕑 Added 2024-10-26 13:36:45 +0000 UTCLast week was a bit rough, but I got what I could done. I've started work on a new chunk of CGs for a branching scene that has a LOT of CGs [ 86 ]. And unfortunately.... the entire batch is new content and so spoilery that I can't really show anything. I'm sorry for the lack of art in this update and the next few 😅
Current Image Finalization: 595/745 - 80%
So, I figured since I can't post art, I can talk about the current game progress and the plans for what's next, now that we're getting a little closer to the end of the art phase. [ And to fill in people who may have joined my patreon later and don't know the Full Plan™ ]
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In case you didn't know, you can see a more technical chart of current progress on the YKMET:Strade page of my website [ https://www.dirtymurdergames.com/pgs/ykmetstrade.php ]
I mention that I hope to be finished and able to release the game by Spring 2025, but it may be as late as summer if future things go slowly or if real life slows me down [ I am now officially supervising an active apartment renovation, demolition started yesterday, and then I will have to move ]
I still have 20% of the art left to finish of course, but after that I have some other tasks as well.
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So far the main gameplay is fully scripted, coded, and edited/tested for the first pass by the Alpha Testers. On top of that, the endings gallery and warnings pages are complete.
There's also a brand new 'death token' system which is fully coded [ although many of the rewards to buy haven't been built yet ]. This system awards players a death token every time they reach an ending [ even the same one over and over ]. These tokens can be spent on unlocking the names of other endings, hints, or even full walkthroughs.
I thought this would be a pleasant and engaging way for people to be able to progress forward if they keep getting the same ending. Hardcore players are of course free to hoard their tokens and figure things out the old fashioned way haha!
I plan to also allow players to spend the tokens on other things, like unlocking concept art, music, maybe memelord mode and possibly other things!
Another new feature that is fully coded [ and Alpha tested, but needs to be tested more during Beta phase because it's complicated ] - Is the Screenshot Gallery.
My games in the past have had CG galleries to view full screen art in the menus, but I realized that simply won't work for this game. The sprites and CGs are not so distinguishable, and there's just too much damn art. Derek's CG Gallery in TPOF threatens older computers with loading issues and this game has MUCH more art than that.
So I've decided to leave out the CG Gallery and replace it with a screenshot gallery. I admit that I'm quite proud of it, because it was some of the most advanced coding I've ever done in Renpy. Players can hit the 'S' key on their keyboards or click a button on the dialogue box [ you have probably seen the little camera button on previous screenshots ] to take an in-game screenshot, which will appear in their screenshot gallery. This will allow players to build their own art gallery with whatever pictures make them happy. I believe my current system holds 60 screenshots and they can be deleted of course. [ I only limit it to 60 to hopefully make sure that no one's game crashes with a full gallery. I need to keep people's loading ability in mind ]. I can tweak the number later during beta testing though if it runs super smoothly for everyone at full 60.
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So that's what's built already; what's left?
The 20% art still left - of course. This alone will take a few months still, as art is by far the most labour intense part of any of this.
[ est. 15 weeks ]
A couple of menu images - I'd like to redraw the main menu art [ make it a bit more detailed, have the knife actually match the one in-game ] and I need some splash images for when the game boots up [ my DMG logo, a logo asserting that the game was made with zero AI, a general warning about the game contents with a link to the comprehensive warning table ]
[ est. 5 days ]
Concept art gallery - I have some concept art to insert already and I plan to draw a few images to celebrate the creation of the game and the beginning of the YKMET series
[ est. 2 weeks [ most of this is to draw new art ] ]
Translation Mod System - This is entirely an experiment and I haven't coded something like this, so I can't promise I'll be able to pull it off. But my concept is to give players better access to Renpy's translation file system. I need to direct would-be-translators to a translation file holding all of the default text in the game [ this is something renpy already generates automatically ], then I need to instruct them how to change the file to hold their translations, and where to put the file. Then I need to build a menu in the game that shows these files and lets players select a new language if they have one of these 3rd party translation files. If I can pull it off properly, this will allow people to simply exchange translation files made by anyone and plug them into their games. This could give players access to more languages and prevent unnecessary pirating [ since in the past, modders have had to share my entire game to give people a modded translation ]
[ est. 1 week ]
Written walkthroughs for each ending - This is easy but I left it for last in case the game gets restructured in any way. These walkthroughs will be accessed on the ending collection menu and purchasable with death tokens
[ est. 1 day ]
Character Bios - just some fun trivia to unlock about Ren and Strade
[ est. 1 day ]
Sound Design - This is the one I am the most unsure about. I only recently learned how to make music, so I am an absolute beginner. However, I am determined to create the soundscape for the game myself. I don't know how long this will take since I've never done it before, but I won't allow it to go over 2 months [ I will have to accept my music for what it is at that point LMAO ]
[ est. 2 months ]
Music Room - Once the sound design is done, I need to create a menu/room for people to be able to unlock the songs they've heard and listen to them in-game whenever they want. Another benefit to me making the songs myself is that I will have full copyright control over them and will actually be able to distribute them in an OST and make sure that youtube knows they're mine and won't be copyright struck.
[ est. 1 week ]
Memelord mode and other bonus content - This will be done dead last, possibly during or after Beta Testing. Icing has to go last!
[ est. 1 month ]
Beta Testing - I plan to end the $20 credits tier here on Patreon and replace it with a $10 Beta Testing tier with limited spaces [ not sure how many, but at least 100 and no more than 300 ]. The tier will come with Discord access to a new Beta Testing server where people can submit bugs and give me feedback on the game. In the past, this stage has lasted for 1 month. As it approaches I realize that I am definitely not over the trauma of the last discord so I am actually terrified to death of this. Ha haa...
[ est. 1 month ]
Which.... unless my math is off, equals around 9 months.
If I add another month for me having to move [ probably spread out in reality due to reno crap ], that puts the new estimated release date at 😬 August 2025. I guess I should update my website to say summer 2025 then.
I know it's still a long time but I really hope it will be worth it! I promise to keep trying my hardest on everything!
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I really can't show you any of the art I did last week but here's a crop of Strade's titties for your trouble.
OKAY THATS ENOUGH WRITING NOW
Thank you so much for your support, stay safe and have a good weekend!
Comments
Gatobob
I'm going to be trying to build a system that allows fans to create and share their own translations :D I'm not sure if it will work since I've never built anything like it before, but if it works, you'll be able to create and distribute a translation any time!
Persephone
It's a fairly old post, but I'm not sure, if there's still an option to help with translations? I got a bit obsessed with this character, so I will be happy to contribute 🫣
FonderUnicorn70
Beta?? ALREADY?! (Not really) FROTHING AGSICNOSNWODNCOS TAKE MY MONEY GATO 💸
Gatobob
Sorry about the slow reply to this! I must have missed the email! I'm afraid I won't be much help for this question- I code my websites entirely from scratch [ I use the program 'Atom' to write the code, all it does is add colors to the text to help me see what I'm doing ]. I used to be a web developer for several years in my 20s so I'm fairly fluent in HTML/CSS/PHP/SQL.
VivsComics
I missed your art so much😭 I always wanted to ask and I’m sorry if it’s prying but I been curious what did you use to make your website? I always wanted to make my own but didn’t know where to start <:)
chiral
NGL, I’m gonna miss having a CG gallery. I’m used to using them to keep track of what scenes I might be missing in a VN, but the other stuff you mentioned here sounds like it should fill that purpose. Anyways, congrats on almost being done with the art and Happy Halloween! 🎃
Gatobob
Yes! The same NSFW toggles are built into the game that TPOF has- You can turn off sexual content entirely or have sexual text with no dick pics [ or leave all the sexual content of course ] I've upgraded them slightly so that they can now be toggled mid-game [ although a player may need to rewind a scene and hit the toggle there to have it take effect ] As with TPOF, there will be no separate version with NSFW content actually removed and the game will not ever be marketed to minors [ I used to get people asking for this with TPOF LMAO ]
Minholic_sins_0
I don't know if anyone has asked you this but will the game have nsfw censor toggles like TPOF?
Phoenix Astra
I'm so excited for this omfg!!! Big big hype <3
Taylor Nelson
Oooh the character bios sound super interesting to unlock
Echooo
Actually got jumpscared when I scrolled down and got a face full of Strade Chest lmao! Sounds like there's a solid and feasible plan for the future! I feel like I'm most excited for the character trivia section. I always ate that kind of stuff up in other media I love (Envy likes chocolate parfaits? Gangrel is acrophobic? oooh- ) xD It just makes the characters feel a little more real, and it's information that's so unimportant it would likely never naturally come up in any game dialogue or artwork you make. Discord servers are naturally scary. Anytime more than 20 people are put together somewhere, managing them becomes a challenge. People will just have to make an effort to be polite and patient with everyone else. As long as most people are able to understand the goal is to work together to help this game be its best, I'm sure the beta will go over well. And if the amount of testers is daunting, you could always try a staggered approach, like 'add 30 people each week' sort of thing. Nice work this week!
ramnification
strade’s biddies 🤩🤩
Obsessedbunny
The way I laughed at the shot of strades tits at the end
Moon
Oh haha well thats fine thanks for answering ^^
Gatobob
I actually just forgot 😅
Moon
Hello gato~❤️ I've been on dirtymurdergames.com and saw the lawrance art from this year and wanted to ask if It is on purpose that he does not have his arm tattoos? Sorry for the random queation, hope you have a wonderfull week✨️
Sel Hodgson
Kicking my feet while reading this update. Im so excited !!
plapx3
No gato discord servers are terrifying its alright
Gatobob
I’m glad you commented this, I honestly couldn’t think of stuff to put in the bios. Simple, mundane lore is such a good idea
Pfincess
100 people should be easier to prevent those issues hopefully, but if something bad happens again, deleting it would be completely understandable
Gatobob
Yes, that’s alright 👍
Unifuckincorn
I know it will be worth it
Ellie
I'M SO EXCITED!! Yayay! I also just got my phone case, two days earlier than thought, and i'm SO HAPPY!! it's a good texture and I can look at Ren all over while being able to sniff out the other fans with it hehe. But I'm so happy with how everythings going along, I can't wait until I can get my greedy little paws on strade's tits (like everyone else here)
Bebby
I want to bite him so badly 🫦
DiviTragedy
Listen if I get an image of Strade’s tits as a placeholder to avoid spoiling the game with newer images- I’m running with it and will happily treasure this boob window image for as long as can be I am NOT complaining LMAO!! I do like the idea of “death tokens” as a concept and unlocking certain things with them. I was going to suggest even using them to unlock trivia/lore- but I see that you included that you might add a system that unlocks lore based around Ren and Strade. Personally, I’d love to learn more mundane things about them. Favorite colors, drinks, etc. you get the gist! Honestly any sort of information I can get my hands on, as I adore the previous games and the lore provided for each character and all the work put into everything!! I hope you are taking care of yourself as you continue to work through the game!!
NOVA
reading this update has me even more excited for the future updates! I'm gonna do my best to make it in time for the future beta testers tier before they're gone. Keep up the amazing work Gato :D can't wait to see the continuations of the series aaaaa
Vyneah
Strade's titties made my day 🛐 Thank you Gato! The idea of death tokens actually sounds cool! Although I'll try getting every end without them first xD Also, I have a few questions, but I'm not quite sure how to formulate them and I'm quite embarassed of that ^^" Is it okay if I ask via direct message?
ShinanaEvangelian
It sounds like a lot has been done at least to me hearing about all of this information. Keep up the good work and best of luck for things to go well for you both the game's progress and your personal life.📣
Gatobob
Yup! If everything goes okay with YKMET:Strade, I'll be doing YKMET:Lawrence next and YKMET:Ren last. Eventually I would like them to be a set of sister games with new and improved versions of all my old paths from BTD
mimi
YIPPIEEEE I CANT WAITTTT good job gatooo take ur time n take care!!! (kissing strades titties)
V0w0ga
STRADE'S MILKERS IN MY MOUTH 🔨🔨🔨🔨 I'm vibrating with excitment
PennyFaust
Great to see a little timeline and also Strade's tiddies, it's all very A+. I hope you get a chance to relax, and thanks for all the hard work on this game already!
DerpKing
Thank you for the strade tiddies LMAO! Even if it is summer 2025, its gonna be 100% worth it!! Dont burn yourself out! ❤️
Krystal
AAHHH hype!! I had no idea YKMET is gonna be a series 😭 i'm gonna be invested for years lol
strade's hausfrau
STRADE TIDDIES RAHHHH!! i'm so fckn excited dude 😭🤍 live, laugh, gatobob
lawrence
ahhh the suprise tits at the end, i LOVE it! 💓 im so stoked for this game to come out, cannot wait to finally indulge in this new project of yours! 😖 im almost shocked for how much you've done for this game, and im here to support it! I enjoyed reading the process and getting sneak peaks of your progress. always made my Saturday! thank you so much for this update gato. I wish you an awesome weekend 💓🔨
kajerone
This is great info, thank you for the in depth explanation! It’s actually fascinating to read about the process and your reasonings for everything. I think it is smart to be realistic about the timeframe, but whenever it arrives I’m sure we’ll all be happy UwU
FireballUwu
I AM SO EXCITED FOR THIS GAME!! If I had a time machine and could only use it once, I'd use it to go into the future and play this masterpiece... Seriously though, getting to see the development of this game is such a treat (even though I only just joined)!! Even with a lack of pretty art to look at, I get through my work week by reminding myself of the Saturday updates, these keep me going!! ALSO STRADE MILKERS AA
Taheca
Thank you for the breakdown! Partially because I'm (of course) invested in the progress of this game, but also because I just find that fascinating in general! And thank you for the tiddies! I believe I remember the placeholder art that's from (or at least, what it looks like it's from), and yeah, I understand the secretiveness! Can't wait to see the whole thing! 👀
Rebeccah
Thank u 4 the titties 🙏🥲 I am so impressed with how thoroughly you’re able to break down and lay out the remaining process. I am such a chaotic planner, I could never (and I used to manage a production schedule (for screen printing, so significantly shorter term projects but still)). So genuinely excited for the game, the art, the music, the whole dang package. So long as it comes out eventually I will be sat and satisfied
kitxhan047
GOD BLESS STRADE'S TITS 👏🏻🐇 I love the effort you're putting into the game, every time I read the updates I get a boost of energy😭!
Gatobob
You can lower your tier to $1 and still see absolutely all of every update still! The only thing that changes with $20 tier is adding your name to the credits [ or making the number go up for multiple months of it ]. You can go to $1 for many months and go back to $20 later and that will still make your credits page month number go up :D Please don't worry If even $1 becomes an issue, I fully support anyone using patreon pirating websites to see my updates for free- always take care of yourself first!
Gracious Piety
Yummers
Gatobob
I'm not really planning on making any more updates to TPOF and I don't think I can afford the production time loss, I'm sorry ^^; In the future, you may want to do some googling on migrating renpy games- it could save you that hassle! I don't know the specifics for every operating system, but a renpy games progress files are generally in two different places- the actual game saves and the persistent data file. If you can move those over, you should be able to keep your progress properly in theory🤞
lili
just went out for a massage and now i get gatorday notification the best way to spoil myself 🤤 bless gato for adding more joy to our lives 🕺
Minabena
Holy! So much work still needs be done but I believe in you!! You're doing an amazing job
SillyBoy
I'm excited but I hope everything will go according to plan, I wish you a nice weekend gato! 🫶🌹 we are with you🫀
pikameru
and thank you as always!!!!!! august 2025 is so far but the wait will be so worth it!!!
Villain_Simp
Strade titty… 🫣🫣 Seeing the actual release date make me so excited!!! I wish i can skip time 😫 i really like the idea of death tokens! This time I’ll try getting every route by myself ☺️ Thank you for your hardworking gato!! I feel motivated every time i reading your Saturday update. Please get enough rest and have a great week! ^^ also take care of yourself too :3
pikameru
just to clarify, i might have to switch from the $20 membership to lower tier because of some unforeseen circumstances (hospital stuff :”) ) will any of the content i see be affected if i change my tier? and is it ok to join back to $20 tier later on :”)
0jciecStanu
Okay, those titties is all that I needed while waiting for new YKMET update❤️...
celestialVocalist
AHHH I'M EXCITED Always nice to see Strade tiddy <3
Stanton
Hey gato, I know it's a bit of a long shot, But do you think there's any way you could update TPOF with a way to secretly unlock everything immediately? I've 100% the game twice already but have lost progress due to changing computer, and I'm not really sure I have the energy to run through the entire game again just for Memelord mode haha Either way, The work so far is looking great and I'm looking forward to the release!
CrazyFoxx
AAAHH I CAN’T WAIT 👹
Gory.goodboy
RAWR SUCH A GOOD UPDATE!! THE DEATH TOKEN MECHANIC IS SUCH A COOL IDEA AND RAHHHH I CANT WAIT TO HEAR THE SOUND DESIGN!!! AWESOME WORK GATO I HOPE YOU HAVE A LOVELY WEEKEND!! RAAHHHHH STRADES TIBBBBIEEEESSSS AND EEEE HES SO HAIRY WOOF WOOF WOOF LEMME NUZZLE THOSE ARMPITS >:333 🩷🩷🩷
tr4v3rs3-t0wn
I don't care how long it takes for the game to come out, I'm more than happy to wait. Just means it has longer time to cook in the oven and come out as a great meal! Also GOD BLESS STRADE TITTIES.
spongeunction
IM SO HYPPPPEDDD... thank you for the detailed breakdown!
Loki
Ooo, very excited! I really appreciate the detailed breakdown of time planning. I'm also super hyped for the beta test tier, when it's ready. I aim to be here for it, since I've somehow managed to always find the weirdest of bugs in games lol. Thank you for the Strade tiddies, they are much appreciated in lieu of new art lol. Take as much time as you need, gatobob, and may your progress be smooth sailing ( ꈍᴗꈍ)
Kjer
Please take your time, because it sounds like it'll be incredible. Love all the details like the tokens and gallery!
iridian （＾Ｏ＾☆♪
WAAAAH BIRTHDAY MONTH ESTIMATED RELEASE YESSSSSSS (if it releases on august 10 i’ll do 20 backflips)
Shears11
ONLY 20%?! Damn we’re close, We support you gato! Keep going
Alice
Yippee! Hope you have good times to come Gato 🌸
thefruitsys
YAY TITTIES LOL
Akane
LETS GOOOOO I HOPE YOU DONT GET ART BURNT OUT OF NOTHIN EITHER BC THAT DEF SLOWS DOWN PROGRESS LMAOOO
SproutMole
DAMN. IM ON KNEES
Xetozok
YAY
