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March 2024 Monthly Update
🕑 Added 2024-03-06 08:15:25 +0000 UTCHello lovely patrons!
Welcome to our newest monthly update where we update you on all things Two and a Half Studios. As always, these will come out every month on the 6th (AEST).
January was a hectic development filled month, and we also ran our yearly Steam festival towards the end of it! We have quite February has came and went and we're already into March - I can't believe Dreambound launches next month! Right now we're planning for the very end of April as the release date. We're very excited about it!
Lets just into a quick update on what we've been doing this month.
Dreambound
Programming
All programming and editing on Ivan's route is complete, and we released his entire route as a beta build at the end of February! We're just waiting to switch out one background that's a placeholder, but apart from that it is totally complete.
We're currently working on programming the latter half of Crow's fourth chapter. We plan to complete programming on his route this month and hopefully release it as a beta build.
We have yet to start on the Kaine route programming, but will very soon! We're still editing some of the endings while we work on Crow's.
Art
Art wise we have just a couple of backgrounds left to complete. First of all, let me show off a preview of a super cool background:
We told Vui to go all out on this one and he nailed it completely. You'll see this location at the end of Ivan's route!
CG wise, we have 2 CGs left. One is currently in sketch form, and the second one has yet to be started. We're making good progress to be ready in time for release, yay!
Screenshots
A Date with Death - Beyond the Bet
Art
We've started working on the new artworks for the DLC! At the moment, we're planning some new CGs, as well a new standing sprite for Grim. We're currently unsure if the DLC will add anything to the character creator but we *may* have some opportunities for people to buy custom assets to put in game.
We'll be showing off a sketch of Grim's new standing sprite later this month!
Writing & Outlining
We're currently still outlining and deciding the exact content of the DLC, so we have no yet begun writing. We plan to begin writing in full force once Dreambound releases in late April. Until then, we'll be working more to plan out the endings and what we want to show during the additional gameplay.
At the moment, we are planning for one or two NSFW scenes (optional, added via a free patch) in the DLC. As you can imagine there's a lot of variables here on MCs, so we're working out exactly how it will look and play out.
New Opening
The new opening movie is planned to be complete later in March! How about a short WIP update?
This is still a WIP but you can see some of the classic A Date with Death style coming through with the colors!
Kickstarter
We're planning to hold a Kickstarter campaign for the DLC/base game additions in Late May-Early June to:
1. Finance the new DLC
2. Give everyone a chance to grab some exclusive/new rewards
3. Potentially add English voice acting
We're still working out what the tiers and rewards will look like, but this will allow us to bring the game to its full potential without making us broke, haha. The voice acting will be a stretch goal - it's a big amount of work and a very high cost involved, after all. Keep an eye out later for a way to sign up for the Kickstarter ahead of time!
Astralis Publishing Title - The Last Rose
For those that don't know, we have a small publishing wing of Two and a Half Studios for games we think align with our studio that want a little help with production, marketing or releasing their game. We're proud to work with many amazingly talented developers to bring their stories to life.
Art
The Last Rose currently has a demo in the works! While we work on it, here's a new CG preview:
And a few new character cards:
Programming
Programming work continues on the demo! We don't have any specific date in mind for the demo, but we're hoping also some time after Dreambound releases. Dreambound is a big project on our plates, after all!
Opening Song
We're working with the talented Scarlet Moon and Peter Reid Jones on a fantastic voiced opening song for the game, which will then be sung by C.L! It won't be complete for a few months yet, but we just know it's going to be amazing.
Astralis Publishing Title - The Inn Between
For those that haven't heard the news, we also announced that we are publishing The Inn Between by Cats on a Lilypad Studios!
Writing & Beta Release
With the common route writing complete, the developers are working on releasing a beta that shows off the entire story so far on their Patreon! Writing on the routes will begin shortly after that, and we're hoping to bring on a second writer/adaptive editor to assist with getting it complete as quickly as possible.
Screenshots
Patreon Support and Wishlists
Cats on a Lilypad have their very own Patreon which holds their beta, exclusive monthly (SFW and NSFW) artworks, as well as much more indepth updates about their progress. If you have the chance and it's within your means, we'd love if you could check it out and show them some support!
You can also go wishlist The Inn Between on Steam - let's push for some huge support for the wonderful devs over at their studio!
Other Updates
Women's Day Event on Steam
We were very lucky to be invited to the Women's Day Event that's currently running on Steam!
Make sure to go check it out! There's some great games included.
Itch.io Sale
All of our projects are on sale on Itch.io at the moment! Go grab our games at a discount :)
Azrael Plushie - 8 Days Left!
There's a little over eight days left to get your Azrael plushies! Makeship kindly offered to extend the campaign by a week, so you've got an extra bit of time if you've been thinking of grabbing him :)
Taspop South
We'll be vendoring at Taspop South! We're sharing a big ol' booth with our friends Cats on a Lilypad Studios.
We'll have new and old merch, plus some really cool physical copies of our games!
If there's any leftovers, they'll be in a big update to your webstore later this month.
Focus for the next month
This month is dedicated to Dreambound, with a little Astralis work on the side!
- Dreambound - Crow route programming, Crow route release, Kaine CGs
- The Last Rose - Demo programming
Thanks once again for reading, and I'll see you next month!
Comments
Rox
AAaaa There's so much in the pipeline, I can't wait! I know it's a big stretch goal, but you know what? I have no doubt in my mind that Grim's voice will be funded. I'm so excited to see everything! I'm gonna have a lot of games to play this year... you guys and all whom you work with are amazing. Thank you for the updates!!
Rose S
Wow, so much is happening and so much to expect in the future. You guys are amazing. So much thought, time, energy, care and love is put in every game. Every one I played so far is amazing, I always get consumed by the story. I will try my best to save up to support the Kickstarter, you guys really deserve it, will also try to save up for some physical copies of the games. I'm oldschool (〃▽〃) Thank you for your hard work!
Rei Inari
Appreciate it!! It would be a perfect addition to the future Grim shrine haha ^^
Gabmag
I'm sure we'll have some left over - if they're popular I'll try to get some more in, too :)
Gabmag
Thank you!!! That makes me really happy to hear <3
Gabmag
Thank you <3 <3
Rei Inari
Ahh a standing sprite for Grim!! So excited. Praying I can snag a physical copy. Thank you for all your hard work! <3
Logan
Can't wait to throw my money at the kickstarter haha
WizardlyMagicks
Holy heckie that's a lot! You guys put so much love and attention into your games and work, and it certainly shows! So excited to continue to support everything, and hand over my credit card for potential Kickstarter. It's yours now~
