Unity Dev trying the fan-service side (Roguelike/Dating Sim) [Development Thread]

[PeachyFantasy]

Roguelike Action Meets Dating Sim

Hey guys! I’m a quite experienced dev, and by influence of some friends, I've decided to give it a try to the fan-service side of the force!

I'm not yet decided with the name, but the game is an action-packed roguelike RPG with some spicy dating sim elements that I think you’ll love. You’ll be stepping into the hooves of a badass faun chick who’s not just fighting her way through enemies, but also navigating some steamy relationships along the way as she seeks the freedom of her people.



I've been working on it for just a month so far, but I already have the gameplay loop working (with a good amount of bugs for sure) with a few rooms and enemies I already made. The game will have lots of run based and perma upgrades, I've already made other roguelikes and I'm aiming to make lots of great stuff on this one.


*Upgrade interactable* *Some combat on the 1st room*


*All the run loots* *2nd room I've done*

*HUB area*

The Basics:
You’ll be fighting to free your people from human oppressors and corrupted fauns who’ve gone full beast-mode. As you battle your way through, your character evolves, not just in terms of power, but also in appearance—becoming more powerful and sexy as she grows. Each run is a chance to unlock new skills, powers, and temptations that change the way you play.

But this isn’t just about combat—there’s also a dating sim side to things. You’ll get to build relationships with NPCs (and yes, things can get pretty heated ). Your choices in how you interact with others will open up different storylines, and who knows, maybe even some love interests.

Why You’ll Want to Play:

• Fluid Combat: You’ve got quick combos, heavy attacks, and a mix of nature-based powers like grappling with vines or slamming the ground with spikes. The combat is fast and satisfying, with plenty of ways to get creative in how you take down enemies.
• Character Evolution: As you grow stronger, your faun character visually evolves. Her look changes based on the powers you unlock, giving her a badass appearance that matches your playstyle. Think of it as becoming both more powerful and more… well, seductive.
• Dating Sim Vibes: It’s not all about fighting. You’ll get to meet interesting NPCs and develop relationships with them. Your interactions can lead to deeper connections, affecting the story, and yeah, there might be some steamy moments too.
• Temptation System: Every run, you’ll be faced with temptation-based choices—do you go full-on nature’s grace or give in to a bit of corruption for some extra power? The choices are yours, and they’ll affect both your abilities and your relationships.

Gameplay Highlights:

• Roguelike Fun: No two runs are the same, thanks to procedurally generated levels and a variety of skills you can unlock as you go. You’ll be constantly upgrading, fighting bosses, and building different paths.
• Relationships That Matter: As a dating sim, your relationships with NPCs go beyond just dialogue. The choices you make in how you interact with them will influence their feelings and open up new story paths—romantic or otherwise.
• Epic Boss Fights: You’ll face off against some tough foes, including corrupted faun lords and human generals. It’s up to you to figure out how to use your evolving powers to take them down and keep progressing.

Story Tease:
You’re a faun woman caught between two brutal forces: the humans who’ve enslaved your kind and the corrupted fauns who’ve given in to their primal instincts. As you fight to reclaim your homeland, Eden, you’ll need to make tough choices. Do you stick to the path of nature, or give in to the temptation of corruption? And along the way, you’ll meet characters who’ll play a major role in your journey… both on and off the battlefield.

Why You Should Check It Out:
If you’re into roguelikes with fast combat, a dash of dating sim, and a whole lot of sexy, evolving characters, this game is right up your alley. It’s got replayability, meaningful choices, and plenty of spicy moments to keep things interesting.

I'm sharing the development on Patreon if you want to follow along:

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Platform: PC
Release Date: Coming soon, but most likely Q2 2025!
Planned Tags: Roguelike, Action RPG, Fantasy, Adventure, Female Protagonist, Dating Sim, Adult Content, No Sexual Content

Feel free to drop any questions or thoughts below! I’m really excited to share more with you guys and get your feedback!

 

[Noah Neim]

1. When you say rougelike, is it one with limited meta upgrades and reliant on skill + things you find on the way like Gungeon and binding of isaac or progression through meta upgrades like in dead cells?

2. What are the planned tags?

3. Is the dating system focused on correct dialogue options and quest lines or are you planning something else?

Anyways, this looks really interesting , definitely will be on the lookout for it, good luck

 

[PeachyFantasy]

1. When you say rougelike, is it one with limited meta upgrades and reliant on skill + things you find on the way like Gungeon and binding of isaac or progression through meta upgrades like in dead cells?

2. What are the planned tags?

3. Is the dating system focused on correct dialogue options and quest lines or are you planning something else?

Anyways, this looks really interesting , definitely will be on the lookout for it, good luck

Heey, so, it'll have a limited amount of meta upgrades, it'll be like two factions you can upgrade with loots picked on the runs, and the skills you find on the run are accordingly to your level on these factions. There's the nature and the corruption, so the skills of each one you find on the run, will be stronger as you upgrade the faction of it, also leveling each faction increases different attributes and change visual characteristics. There'll also be a gift system like Hades does, that NPCs gives you some buffed item after you gift him/her.

The dating system is focused on increasing affinity, NPCs will get more flirty as you increase on their faction/gift them, unlocking new dialogues.

About the tags I'll check it ASAP and update on the thread, but most likely roguelike, action rpg, dating sim, fantasy, adult content.

Thanks for your interest!