VN Ren'Py Yesterday's Crossroads [Ch.3 v0.4.1a] [CHAQUINN0]

[jadepaladin]

Finished my first playthrough. Obviously missed some scenes here and there but right now it looks like you'd need...8 playthroughs, maybe 9? to really lock down all the content, and I can worry about that later when it is further along.

I played with URM but I didn't tweak anything, mostly just looking at the pathing as I went along. I love that the "bad" actions are called douche points. MC is relatable without being incompetent. Pretty much everyone in this is flawed in some way, even if the flaw isn't inherently bad (like Dina burying herself in work to cope with the loss of Theodore). I really love the MC's mom, one of the better ones I've seen in AVNs.

I'll toss LI stuff in a spoiler but since this was just my first playthrough, I'm not working from full info.

Spoiler: LIs

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While I'm thinking about it, random question that isn't exactly LI related yet is: What's the trigger for the Liv date when you are visiting the branch in chapter 3? Is it being on bad terms with Kim?

Edit- Forgot to mention the transitions. There are a couple of places where there is no transition and there really should be one. The scene where you tell Kim she's going with you on the trip ends abruptly and jumps into the Olivia/Julia art scene. There was another jump later but I can't recall what it was.

 

[DeadpoolandWolverine]

wats the progress on the next update this year ?

 

[Sasanid]

Finished my first playthrough. Obviously missed some scenes here and there but right now it looks like you'd need...8 playthroughs, maybe 9? to really lock down all the content, and I can worry about that later when it is further along.

I played with URM but I didn't tweak anything, mostly just looking at the pathing as I went along. I love that the "bad" actions are called douche points. MC is relatable without being incompetent. Pretty much everyone in this is flawed in some way, even if the flaw isn't inherently bad (like Dina burying herself in work to cope with the loss of Theodore). I really love the MC's mom, one of the better ones I've seen in AVNs.

I'll toss LI stuff in a spoiler but since this was just my first playthrough, I'm not working from full info.

Spoiler: LIs

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While I'm thinking about it, random question that isn't exactly LI related yet is: What's the trigger for the Liv date when you are visiting the branch in chapter 3? Is it being on bad terms with Kim?

I know that's what I did to unlock most content (except 2 scenes from Keyla which I'll have to revisit, cause I'm not sure how, and the last scene for Olivia cause strangely enough, Julia and her block each other), I saved before big choices, like the phone call when we arrive in town, and the ending choice, and re-loaded after each. But I'm greedy, wanted to see everything, and it worked.

 

[Elduriel]

While I'm thinking about it, random question that isn't exactly LI related yet is: What's the trigger for the Liv date when you are visiting the branch in chapter 3? Is it being on bad terms with Kim?

I never had a problem getting the Olivia date... that being said I only play solo routes now, but I still remember her and Julia's route clashes at one point, so that could be one reason. I never played (nor will I) the Kim route, so can't tell if that's something that can interfere with that date. Unless you are asking what choices you need to make with Olivia herself, coz honestly I don't remember them, but they were pretty obvious even without any mod or stuff.

 

[Maviarab]

Finished my first playthrough. Obviously missed some scenes here and there but right now it looks like you'd need...8 playthroughs, maybe 9? to really lock down all the content, and I can worry about that later when it is further along.

I played with URM but I didn't tweak anything, mostly just looking at the pathing as I went along. I love that the "bad" actions are called douche points. MC is relatable without being incompetent. Pretty much everyone in this is flawed in some way, even if the flaw isn't inherently bad (like Dina burying herself in work to cope with the loss of Theodore). I really love the MC's mom, one of the better ones I've seen in AVNs.

I'll toss LI stuff in a spoiler but since this was just my first playthrough, I'm not working from full info.

Spoiler: LIs

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Just to give you some inside info for your future playthroughs:

Alessa and Vera will break up regardless if you are not involved with either of them, so really, don't worry about chasing Alessa in that regard, you will not be the reason you break them up if you don't care for Vera.

 

[Dessolos]

While I'm thinking about it, random question that isn't exactly LI related yet is: What's the trigger for the Liv date when you are visiting the branch in chapter 3? Is it being on bad terms with Kim?

If I recall right that isn't being added in till the next update , with all the reworked stuff like Julia's path being improved and slowed down a little bit more before you bang.

 

[jadepaladin]

I never had a problem getting the Olivia date... that being said I only play solo routes now, but I still remember her and Julia's route clashes at one point, so that could be one reason. I never played (nor will I) the Kim route, so can't tell if that's something that can interfere with that date. Unless you are asking what choices you need to make with Olivia herself, coz honestly I don't remember them, but they were pretty obvious even without any mod or stuff.

Dev really likes similar names: Kim versus Kimberly/Kimmy and Olivia vs Liv. Liv is a side girl when you visit the other branch with Kim in chapter 3 and she's basically thirsty for you the entire time. She tries to ask you out and there's a path for it but it gets blocked by the manager pulling MC into the office to explain the situation with the branch.

 

[Sasanid]

I never had a problem getting the Olivia date... that being said I only play solo routes now, but I still remember her and Julia's route clashes at one point, so that could be one reason. I never played (nor will I) the Kim route, so can't tell if that's something that can interfere with that date. Unless you are asking what choices you need to make with Olivia herself, coz honestly I don't remember them, but they were pretty obvious even without any mod or stuff.

I think you pretty much only have to say no to Julia, I ended my first playthrough earlier with all the paths open, Julia was the only one Olivia mentioned. Also wonder, if we say no to Julia's path, do the 'detectives' interrogate the MC anyway ?

 

[jadepaladin]

If I recall right that isn't being added in till the next update , with all the reworked stuff like Julia's path being improved and slowed down a little bit more before you bang.

Ah okay that makes sense. I'll hang off on making specific routes for now then, till the rework happens.

 

[jadepaladin]

Just to give you some inside info for your future playthroughs:

Alessa and Vera will break up regardless if you are not involved with either of them, so really, don't worry about chasing Alessa in that regard.

If I'd just wait five minutes I could multiquote. That's somewhat sad to know because I don't really have anything against Vera but if that's the way it's gonna play out regardless then so be it.

 

[Dessolos]

Ah okay that makes sense. I'll hang off on making specific routes for now then, till the rework happens.

should be next update if I recall not a full rework just some improvements here and there. I think it was planned for Ch 3 but I think the dev decided to wait for ch 4 to release it all at once , I forget exactly id have to look for one of the dev's old post.

 

[Maviarab]

should be next update if I recall not a full rework just some improvements here and there. I think it was planned for Ch 3 but I think the dev decided to wait for ch 4 to release it all at once , I forget exactly id have to look for one of the dev's old post.

That is correct to my understanding, with the prologue of the the MC's history either coming with 4 or 5, time constraints allowing.

 

[LoGyMW]

Finished my first playthrough. Obviously missed some scenes here and there but right now it looks like you'd need...8 playthroughs, maybe 9? to really lock down all the content, and I can worry about that later when it is further along.

I played with URM but I didn't tweak anything, mostly just looking at the pathing as I went along. I love that the "bad" actions are called douche points. MC is relatable without being incompetent. Pretty much everyone in this is flawed in some way, even if the flaw isn't inherently bad (like Dina burying herself in work to cope with the loss of Theodore). I really love the MC's mom, one of the better ones I've seen in AVNs.

I'll toss LI stuff in a spoiler but since this was just my first playthrough, I'm not working from full info.

Spoiler: LIs

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While I'm thinking about it, random question that isn't exactly LI related yet is: What's the trigger for the Liv date when you are visiting the branch in chapter 3? Is it being on bad terms with Kim?

Edit- Forgot to mention the transitions. There are a couple of places where there is no transition and there really should be one. The scene where you tell Kim she's going with you on the trip ends abruptly and jumps into the Olivia/Julia art scene. There was another jump later but I can't recall what it was.

I have to agree with this list on pretty much all points. I, as well, will probably not touch either Kayla or Kim at least until the game is fully done. Those two just reek of toxic relationship drama, especially Kayla. I could maybe deal with Kim thinking about it like it was true love that was forced apart but eventually managed to find each other and be together again but that is probably ways of that i will play her route. The other girls i really have no issues with, Olivia is my personal favorite just because she's a redhead with green eyes and i just can't but not love her, its really sweet how she cares for her dad and all but outside of her i would say Michelle is my favorite and Julia probably after that. Those two are both just really sweet girls. Kimberly and Cynthia i just kind of imagine them as being just fuck buddies from what i played so far but that may change as i get more into their stories down the line and Alessa is a hottie for sure but i kind of just don't want to mess with her relationship, they look very good together

 

[Maviarab]

I have to agree with this list on pretty much all points. I, as well, will probably not touch either Kayla or Kim at least until the game is fully done. Those two just reek of toxic relationship drama, especially Kayla. I could maybe deal with Kim thinking about it like it was true love that was forced apart but eventually managed to find each other and be together again but that is probably ways of that i will play her route. The other girls i really have no issues with, Olivia is my personal favorite just because she's a redhead with green eyes and i just can't but not love her, its really sweet how she cares for her dad and all but outside of her i would say Michelle is my favorite and Julia probably after that. Those two are both just really sweet girls. Kimberly and Cynthia i just kind of imagine them as being just fuck buddies from what i played so far but that may change as i get more into their stories down the line and Alessa is a hottie for sure but i kind of just don't want to mess with her relationship, they look very good together

Red head simps hehehe...

Btw: #3.168

 

[jadepaladin]

I have to agree with this list on pretty much all points. I, as well, will probably not touch either Kayla or Kim at least until the game is fully done. Those two just reek of toxic relationship drama, especially Kayla. I could maybe deal with Kim thinking about it like it was true love that was forced apart but eventually managed to find each other and be together again but that is probably ways of that i will play her route. The other girls i really have no issues with, Olivia is my personal favorite just because she's a redhead with green eyes and i just can't but not love her, its really sweet how she cares for her dad and all but outside of her i would say Michelle is my favorite and Julia probably after that. Those two are both just really sweet girls. Kimberly and Cynthia i just kind of imagine them as being just fuck buddies from what i played so far but that may change as i get more into their stories down the line and Alessa is a hottie for sure but i kind of just don't want to mess with her relationship, they look very good together

If Kimberly is not your type physically, that's fine. I will say she is not what she seems.

 

[LoGyMW]

Red head simps hehehe...

Btw: #3.168

Hehe, different strokes for different folks they say. And thanx for the heads up, i will keep that in mind for future playthroughs

 

[LoGyMW]

If Kimberly is not your type physically, that's fine. I will say she is not what she seems.

Oh she is my type for sure, i just didn't get much into her story yet to really know if i would like her personality wise. She is a major hottie appearance wise that's for sure though. Its something for a future playthrough, i plan to check out all girls solo routes at some point anyway but i think i will wait for more updates first is all

 

[Justaphase]

Hey, everyone!

I hope your year started off great and you had an amazing holiday season. It's time to kick off this year and get things rolling!
Things are fine on my end, though I did hit a bit of a snag last week with my video card probably dying.
The reworks are pretty much ready—almost all the animations look good. There are just two that still have some clunky movements I want to fix. Once those are done and I finish a few final tests, everything should be good to release, so that's coming pretty soon!
So, what happened to my video card?
I'm not 100% sure. I say 'probably dying' because it still works, but as soon as I start doing something demanding like rendering or even opening a game, it either freezes or crashes the driver, causing a blue screen.
I tried everything I know to fix it, even opening it up, but no luck. Fortunately, a friend came to my rescue and lent me his old RTX 2070. Lo and behold, it works perfectly, so it's definitely an issue with my card. I'll be using his card for rendering until I can afford a new one. I’m still about $900 short, so hopefully I can buy it next month, or the one after that.
On the bright side, I can keep working, so this won't hinder progress—only rendering speed, which has never been fast either way. Thankfully, progress continues, so it’s not all bad.
I'll post a new Chapter 4 preview later this week.
Have an amazing week, everyone! ♥

 

[Justaphase]

Damn come on guys, get those subs going. CHAQUINN0 needs a good rig so that he can get those beautiful renders going and so that we get updates as quickly as possible.
I hope that the Christmas contest prize money can help to get you a decent graphics card. I also just realised that my sub had run out so I just resubbed. Come on guys, let's help all we can.

 

[CHAQUINN0]

Damn come on guys, get those subs going. CHAQUINN0 needs a good rig so that he can get those beautiful renders going and so that we get updates as quickly as possible.
I hope that the Christmas contest prize money can help to get you a decent graphics card. I also just realised that my sub had run out so I just resubbed. Come on guys, let's help all we can.

Thank you!!

Please don't feel compelled to upgrade your sub or subscribe if you can't. Things will fall into place with time.

The contest prize really helped a lot; it's the amount equivalent to an entire Patreon month, so it will reduce the time I need to save up.

My RTX 3060 was only a four year old card, but I guess the heavy load I've been putting on it might have shortened its lifespan. Either way, my friend's 2070 has been handling the work for now. A normal 1080p image takes about 25~30 minutes, up from the 10~15 minutes the 3060 used to take.
I'm just happy I can still keep posing and rendering the scenes, that's what really matters at this point.