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Development Update - 02.12.2025
🕑 Added 2025-12-03 00:05:10 +0000 UTCHey everyone!
I’ve been delaying this announcement for a while… and many of you have been asking recently whether the update "might" still come this year. I really hoped it would, I pushed hard to try to make it happen, but for several reasons, it just won’t be possible. I want to explain everything clearly:
• Renders:
All renders are done. Of course, during testing there are always a few missing shots (that’s normal), but everything I planned, everything I managed to get back to for now - I finished.
However, there are still 500+ renders left to be rendered, and even with two PCs working nonstop, that alone means days of pure rendering time… and I still need time for all the other tasks.
• Animations:
There are a lot of animations left to render.
Because I changed the animation workflow and length, each animation now takes significantly longer - lighting, setup, the whole process became heavier. But I think the difference is obvious to the naked eye, and with every update I want them to look even better.
There are also a few animations still left to make. And when I’m working on animations, I can’t render images, so one thing slows down the other.
• Voice work:
Only two girls have their voices done so far. Several more still need theirs.
This part is out of my hands - I rely on other creators and Voice Actors, and I can’t pressure them too much. I also started this whole voice-pipeline a bit too late, even though I had many attempts and conversations before. Only in the past month have we really pushed forward in a serious, organized way.
My hope is that once the network is built, future updates will get their audio much earlier and this won’t cause delays anymore.
• And then… testing, Photoshop:
I only finished photoshopping three scenes so far. Additionally, the testers also need proper time for testing, feedback, and fixes. The holiday season is always busier for everyone, and I don’t want to put pressure on them. I want the testing phase to be calm and thorough. I also want to take the time to test everything myself as carefully as possible, because there are now many different paths, and with each update the game can be played in more and more ways. My own testing is usually rushed and done late at night, so this time I’d really like to give myself more time to do it properly.
On paper it all sounds small - and the story + text + renders are indeed done - but there are so many small details still unfinished, half-done, or hanging in the air.
Could I work days and nights, pressure everyone, and maybe force it out before Christmas?
Maybe.
But I’ve been through that hell once already when releasing Act 1 on Steam, and I honestly don’t want to put myself in that same place again. It left a mark on me, and I want to avoid that burnout spiral. 😅
And with the holidays coming, I’d really like to spend a bit of calm time with my family instead of sitting stressed in front of the PC, knowing we’re “so close yet not quite ready.”
I know you’ve been waiting a long time.
And trust me - I’ve been waiting just as long to let you finally play this update. For me, this is my favorite one so far (though I guess each new one becomes my favorite, because I’m constantly learning and improving).
So at this point, I can safely say the update will release in January or February.
Once everything is wrapped up, I’ll give you a proper date breakdown like always.
My hope is that we start the new year by playing the new Race of Life update together. ❤️
A bit of good news:
Over the last few days, I let the PCs render nonstop and focused on finishing the story and scene structure for Episode 5. I sent everything to Joshua today - which means he can start writing calmly while I finish polishing this update.
In the past, I always sent him the full outline after release, which usually delayed the next part by about a month. So maybe this time things will go smoother.
Thank you for sticking with me.
As soon as everything is rendered, I’ll let you know - and I hope we can also lock in the voice work so the full experience feels complete for you.
❤️ Thank you for your patience, your support, and for being here with us.
Comments
Mikel Lock
I just came across this AVN. Is the itch.io variant no longer being update? Just curious so I know which one to get.
Luke Webster
This is easily one of the best AVNs I’ve had the chance to play, and I sincerely hope you continue developing it into future seasons. The fiery redhead and Maggie are my absolute favourite characters so far, and I’d love to see more branching options that allow deeper relationships with them, possibly even a harem route for players who enjoy that style of progression. I’d also really enjoy expanded gameplay options, such as additional car upgrades or the ability to use different vehicles as the story progresses. Finally, having a meaningful choice between continuing down the inventor path or shifting more heavily into the racing scene would add a lot of replay value and depth to the experience.
barry wallace
Slow and steady is better than fast and unsteady, and keeping with the quality you have already shown. So yes I would rather have an update that would take a year with the quality already shown, than it being rushed with a dip in quality. Also have a very merry Christmas to you and you family. 🦃🎅🤶🎄🎉
Serhii Kozhurin
Will the game be available in early access for Parteon subscribers?
John Smith
You rock thank you for the hard work! As long as there's some more V scenes coming I'm happy to wait haha
UndegroundStudio
Thank you, really appreciate the kind words. I’m definitely pacing myself and taking time to recharge during the holidays. Hope the update will be worth the wait for you.
UndegroundStudio
I’m not sure what you meant by e machines, but just to clarify, the game is currently being rendered on two PCs: one with an RTX 4090 and another with a 3090 Ti. When working with large environments and scenes that include a dozen characters, a single render can easily take over an hour, and with so many renders and animations in the queue, that’s simply the reality of the workflow. But who knows - after this upcoming update, I might look into upgrading one of the PCs to a 5090.
UndegroundStudio
Thank you so much for all the positivity and support, it really means a lot to both of us. And the cats are all good now! It turned out Luna was the one who ate the pill, but she’s feeling fine 😅 And I hope you’ll get that new laptop soon - especially with how RAM prices have been lately. Fingers crossed you catch a good deal somewhere. Wishing you an amazing week, and thanks again for sticking with us.
UndegroundStudio
Thank you! Really glad you like it ❤️
UndegroundStudio
Thanks a lot for the support. I’m taking my time to keep the quality high and avoid burnout. Really appreciate the kind words!
Rasmus Jensen
Dont get burned out, take your time, and remember to relax with your family in the christmas time. Im sure we all gladly will wait.
Frosty
You rendering and doing animations on e machines? Bruh
Jonathan Hang
I saw this on Tuesday but couldn't comment. Because freaking Patreon made me late with their payment processor. It took them forever to recharge my card 😡. You don't come between a supporter, his Devs, and his memberships 🔥. GOOOOOD, THURSDAY NIGHT (was supposed to be Tuesday), JACHU, JOSHUA, AND EVERYONE 🌥!!! Jammin 😍🥰❤️!!! Hope your cats are ok and doing well, Jachu 😁🙏🏻! I never asked that question because I always let my Devs do their thing 😅. Oooo, voice work 😁? I'm interested in hearing our lady's voice 😅. Yes… go spend time with both of your families. We'll be here. Ready when you both get back 😁. Always learning and improving 😉👍🏻! In January or February (hopefully, I get my new laptop by then; still not sure when I'll get it 😅). I hope and wish for that too. Starting the New Year with an ROL update would be amazing 🥳!!! But seriously, release it whenever. Take both your time working and perfecting this masterpiece 🎨🖼✨️!!! Willing to wait however long 😁! And it'll be worth the wait! Any news is always great news, Jachu… hope it goes smoothly for the both of you 😉. CAN'T WAIT FOR THE UPDATE, JACHU 😛! I CAN'T WAIT TO GET BACK INTO THE WORLD OF ROL 😋, TO CONTINUE THIS JOURNEY ✨️, ENJOY ALL THE CONTENTS 🔥, AND MOST OF ALL, TO SEE AND SPEND TIME WITH ALL MY LOVELY LADIES OF ROL AGAIN 🥰❤️! I MISS THEM AND THIS WORLD 😅! As always, thanks for the Update, Jachu & Joshua! Both you and Joshua keep on keeping on 😉!!! ALWAYS EXCITED AND EAGERLY WAITING FOR YOUR GAME AND POSTS 🙌🏻🔥!!! Love and appreciate everything! Both of you ❤️, your ladies 😍, your posts 🥰, your renders 😘, and your games ❤️! Always make my days better 🌈! Thank you, everyone, always, for being in my life and being a part of my weekly routine 😉! Stay safe, stay blessed, and stay in PERFECT health, beautiful people! And don't forget to stay hydrated! And you're never alone ❤️🫶🏻!!! OUR AVNS AND OUR DEVS CONNECT US ALL 🤗!!! Have an amazing and beautiful week! I'll catch you all—ON THE NEXT ONE✌🏻😁!!!!
Raju Chakma Baburo
Love this picture😭❤️
Shako
Take your time. There is no need for rush. It is better to make quality work than quick and not good one. And burnout is the most common thing in nowadays, so take time . You improving and doing good!
