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TWO WEEK BREAK IN NOVEMBER

Hi, everyone!

This may be a bit rambly, so if you're easily bored just skip down to the "WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR ME?" section below! I won't hold it against you.

For those of you still with me... hello! Okay, so many of you may know that for the past few weeks I've been having trouble with my right wrist and shoulder. I've been to see the doctor, gotten medication (and a stern lecture on the dangers of overworking) and everything's feeling a lot better now. Most of you probably know that part already.

What you almost certainly don't know is that every year my parents, my brothers and I go to Portugal on a family trip for two weeks. It's a nice way to get everybody together and catch up. Also, sunshine! Now, I had considered curtailing, or outright cancelling, the trip this year (I don't want to leave you guys without updates!) but having spoken to friends and well-wishers (as well as my doctor, who was VERY blunt) I have decided to take the trip as planned.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR ME?

First of all: There WILL BE updates this Sunday (27th) and next Sunday (November 3rd). I'm flying out on the 3rd, but I'll make sure the update goes live first, and I'll send the public release out as planned on Wednesday (I'll have limited internet in Portugal, but enough for that no problem).

There will, however, be NO update on November 10th and 17th.  Sorry! I'll start working as soon as I get back (on the evening of the 20th) and there WILL BE an update on the 24th.

Thirdly, I don't intend to disappear during those two weeks! I'll still be answering posts, as well as Discord messages, so I'll still be around!

Finally, I don't want to leave you guys with nothing for those two weeks so I'm working on getting something a little fun (I think) sorted out. Keep an eye on this site to find out what it is! If all goes according to plan, the first one should be out on Monday and then every couple days after that.

That's about it! The tldr is:  I'll be away in Portugal from the 3rd until the 17th so no updates during those two weeks, but I'll still be around and I'll be posting something fun while I'm away!

Thanks for your time, and your patience!

You rock.

Comments

hope you have a nice time in Portugal and I hope you enjoy it. Also, if you would take a break for more than 2 weeks, that would not be bad because you spent so much time in the game where other developers would have done half as much. ps i'm looking forward to the next update You rock

Hey, thanks for the well-wishes and the feedback :) I'm glad you're enjoying the new content, and the "shades of grey". Your choices won't lock you into any specific paths, but they WILL affect how the MC reacts to the people and the world around him, and people will remember many of your choices. Also, at the end of each character's storyline you'll be asked to make a decision that will permanently change them/the world. So, y'know, good luck with deciding on the right course of action for those choices ;)

Have good break ) another reason fixed weekly updates are a strain on devs...never any leeway for breaks or downtime for injury or illness. I dont download every update so biased lol. Have to say I really loved coming back this time and LOVE the shades of grey added (where is line of consent?, when is consent not enough?) Not sure if any long term implications but they do make the role playing of good, bad and opportunistic a lot more varied so a big thank you. I still struggling to decide on martial training and helping Jessica buy houses just what is "right"

Phillip Scott

Thank you! :) I'm looking forward to it

enjoy a good holiday!

Thanks! I'm looking forward to just lying on a beach and passing out for two weeks ;)

Get a good rest and have fun in the trip! πŸ‘

Thank you! And I appreciate the kind words and support :)

Take your break! We appreciate your hard work

it's almost the whole day and i haven't seen any hope :(

Patreon update goes out Sunday around 3pm GMT. Public update is released around 10am GMT :)

Haha, I'll do my best! :P

when time for update in today

Just don't get sunburned!

Rick Ulrich

Thanks! <3

Have Fun, take your time 😘

Chaosdestille

Thanks, I really appreciate it :) I just feel bad that people are supporting the game and they won't get anything for two weeks... but everyone's been super-supportive! I'm honestly touched <3

Dude, if you wanted to take a full months' break, that'd be totally within your right, no need to justify yourself to us - you've worked a lot on this from the beginning! On another note though, this is kinda funny to me because I myself used to go to Portugal every year with my family, though in the summer.

Thank you! I will do my best, and return all healed and full of energy! :)

Don't burn yourself out, rest comfily

Thanks! :) Everyone's been so nice about this that I'm sure I'll have a great time!

Thank you! I always enjoy myself in Portugal, so I must admit I'm really looking forward to it :)

Take your time! Hope you enjoy your well deserved vacation!

A well deserved break, and I am glad you are taking it. Hope you have a great time!!

Trav

Hey, thanks! I really appreciate it :) It's been a long time since I've spent quality time with family, so I'm looking forward to it!

Haha, thank you, I will! :) I love Portuguese pork so I'm really looking forward to getting my hands on some bacon... mmm!

U have been working ur ass of every week and its about time u get a break to be with ur friends and family. Hope u have a good time, u deserve it

Have fun and eat lots of good stuff. <3

SirMalo

... Maybe just a LITTLE work..? ;)

Hey remember to practice self-care. Your health is more important than anything. No working allowed on this vacation.

Aww, thanks! I really appreciate it :) I hope to come back with even more, and even better, content ideas!

You certainly deserve the break and then some! Awesome game so far, have a good trip!

Knutor

Thank you! :)

Enjoy your trip

Ditto

Thank you! Family's important, so it's really nice to have this time with them :)

Thanks, I appreciate that :) I shall do my best to have fun, heal and recharge my batteries - then back to work, full of content ideas!

Thank you! I shall certainly do my very best :)

All saves should work automatically in each new update unless you're changing machines or doing a really in-depth uninstall. If you're having trouble with save files not passing between updates jump into the Discord #help channel and I'll be happy to help out :)

Thank you! I hope to come back fully healed, completely refreshed and full of content ideas! :)

Whoops! Haha, yes, I was thinking of the public releases (which will be out on those days). Thanks - fixed the post :)

Enjoy your family time!

Enjoy the trip and pace yourself. Everyone deserves a break once in a while, especially with family :)

Everyone deserves a break now and then. Have a pleasant vacation!

oh and may i ask, i wonder if there is a possible way to take the saves from the earlier versions of the game to the latest version?

you deserve it man, take your time!

13th, 20th and 27th? those are wednesday, I suppose you meant the 10th, 17th and 24th

Fenrir ragnarok

I know, I feel so selfish! ;P But thanks for the kind words and the well-wishes! Both are very much appreciated :)

Hmm, a dev taking a break? Mental health and relaxation for the dev? Sounds good to me. Enjoy the break and we will be around.

Marty McLean

Aww, thank you! I just try to give back at least a little of the love that you guys give me :) I really appreciate it <3

You are too good to us anyway. You deserve a break. Take your time and enjoy your family, and get your kuch needed rest.

Bulleft

Thanks! I appreciate that :) I feel bad about going away for two whole weeks, but I'll make up for it when I return! Promise ;)

Aye with the amazing updates you've been providing for the past few months, you deserve a break. Enjoy yourself man ✌

Sweetmellow

Thanks! Honestly, I feel guilty about taking a whole two weeks... but I intend to come back full of energy and start hammering out content-rich updates! :)

Take your time, you deserve the break. ❀️


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