VN Others Finding Color in the Ashes [Alpha v1.15] [MooncatcherStudios]

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The intention is for the early game to feel rough, because you inherit a run-down inn with very few resources and almost no traffic. It takes a few weeks to get some momentum, but once you do, things start to go very smoothly. Generally by late summer / mid fall you can be utterly loaded in the current build.
Heyya soul, glad you're still updating the game. I hope you can find a way to make the early grind as rewarding as possible. I haven't really tested the new updates since my early version review because honestly I am not ready to go through that grind again, despite really enjoying the game on my first experience. I think I already mentioned that in my first review though.

I'll be sure to post my fan art for Lucy in the next review! Keep up the passion!
 
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Heyya soul, glad you're still updating the game. I hope you can find a way to make the early grind as rewarding as possible. I haven't really tested the new updates since my early version review because honestly I am not ready to go through that grind again, despite really enjoying the game on my first experience. I think I already mentioned that in my first review though.

I'll be sure to post my fan art for Lucy in the next review! Keep up the passion!
Yeah I have a few ideas how to soften it up a bit without removing it. And I'd love to see some fan art, that sounds awesome.
 

trash3

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Is there a way to make this game go full screen? I've tried every goddamned button combination in existence and i can't even get my task bar to go away without making disappear manually, sorry in advance.
 

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Is there a way to make this game go full screen? I've tried every goddamned button combination in existence and i can't even get my task bar to go away without making disappear manually, sorry in advance.
Sorry no full screen right now. I think godot runs an intercept on Alt+Enter. I can look into getting that added.

Really enjoyed this game, from the first time i played it at 0.8. The first (and only) game i bought that is in alpha/early access. Very excited to see how the game will evolve.
Thank you so much, glad you like it. The next update is shaping up to be a big one, it's taking longer than the others because there's a lot of moving pieces. But it's almost ready!
 
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apologies man, this is literally my 3rd message on this account but ive had it for a few years now, i'm a lurker but i like your game a lot, very cozy.
Happy to hear you like it. And it's no big deal, I'm sure I can get the full screen working just haven't looked into it before. Keep an eye out in the next update.
Edit: Just added it. Pressing Alt+Enter will enable / disable full screen in next release.
 
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Reaper791

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Happy to hear you like it. And it's no big deal, I'm sure I can get the full screen working just haven't looked into it before. Keep an eye out in the next update.
Edit: Just added it. Pressing Alt+Enter will enable / disable full screen in next release.
Any chance for update on this week? Sorry for asking, i just check it few times in a day and can't wait when my most favorite game finally got this big update
 

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Any chance for update on this week? Sorry for asking, i just check it few times in a day and can't wait when my most favorite game finally got this big update
I think it'll be this saturday. I have like 10+ new events, a bunch of new npcs, 7 new guests, new gameplay all implemented and working. But I need to flesh out the rewards, loot, new skills etc. I have the grind working, trying to get the rewards implemented so there's something to work towards. Making good progress though.

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I think it'll be this saturday. I have like 10+ new events, a bunch of new npcs, 7 new guests, new gameplay all implemented and working. But I need to flesh out the rewards, loot, new skills etc. I have the grind working, trying to get the rewards implemented so there's something to work towards. Making good progress though.

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Thannks, can't wait. Don't spoiler things, i got all content anyway. Also make sure you rest enough
 

UnDeaD_CyBorG

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The recent ratings on this are confusing.
Seems like it's worth a try, though.
Am I correct in the assumption that I should probably bring some time?
 
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The recent ratings on this are confusing.
Seems like it's worth a try, though.
Am I correct in the assumption that I should probably bring some time?
The game is currently very light on H scenes since it's in very early alpha, and there's definitely a bit of a learning curve overcoming the early game. Despite what the narration and your partner tells you, working on the inn is very low priority when starting off. If you like management sims then definitely give it a shot, it's got a fun gameplay loop once you get into the groove of things and the dev is very active in this thread and receptive to feedback.
 
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DakotaDust

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As someone working on a black and white trainer game... you very much have my attention. I haven't got to sexual content yet, just enjoyed the coziness. But I'll give it another go later. Good work.
 
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New Update is out on itch for those who want to check it out. Heads up, because it's got the first iteration of the Fall gameplay in there, there's bound to be a few bugs. It's also still a little content shy, but the next update will really focus on adding content for the new season + expanding on the companions some more. Hope everyone enjoys!
 

Reaper791

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New Update is out on itch for those who want to check it out. Heads up, because it's got the first iteration of the Fall gameplay in there, there's bound to be a few bugs. It's also still a little content shy, but the next update will really focus on adding content for the new season + expanding on the companions some more. Hope everyone enjoys!
I've be waiting for this entire mouth! Thanks for your hard work
 

DakotaDust

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By the way, there's a new optional start that lets you start about 65 days in with a more resources and gets you a bit closer to the new content. Anyone who wants to back up their current saves to give that a try, the saves are located in: \AppData\Roaming\ForestInn\
Went ahead and bought a copy for $5, I highly recomend you start a Patreon and get some socials going. I toss some more your way on Patreon, if you get more active on bluesky I can get you on some nsfw list to get you started with followers, and if you add me on Discord I'll try to point you towards some more places to get some more people interested in your game. (Same name as here)

Good luck man, I hope to see more from you.
 
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