Devlog: Version 2.0 Update


Introduction

We’re thrilled to announce the release of Version 2.0 of our game! This update marks a significant leap forward, packed with fresh content, new characters, and a deeper dive into the dark and mysterious world you’ve come to explore. We’ve listened to your feedback, made substantial improvements, and are excited to share what’s new.

New Content

  • Erotic Animations:
    • We’ve added 7 new erotic animations with audio to deepen the narrative experience and enhance immersion.
  • Illustrations:
    • Over 20 new illustrations have been included to enrich the visual storytelling and bring more detail to key scenes.
  • Extended Gameplay:
    • We’ve added 3 additional in-game days since Version 1.0, offering more content and time to explore the story.
  • Branching Paths:
    • New paths have been introduced, leading to different outcomes, including one of the game’s endings. Your choices now hold even more weight.
  • New Characters:
    • Liz (Elizabeth): Angie’s sister, who mysteriously reappears after running away from home years ago. No one knows why she’s back.


  • Catlyn Bell: The matriarch of the Bell family and the mastermind behind their actions, adding a new layer of intrigue and danger.


Character Redesigns:

  • Nora:
    • Nora's new design aligns perfectly with her character's aesthetic and better fits the overall visual style of the game. We believe this redesign captures her essence more effectively and enhances her presence in the story.
  • Rem:
    • While we were fond of Rem's earlier design, we felt it was important to evolve her look. The new design better reflects her character's deeper traits, and we’re thrilled with the result—it feels truer to who she is.
  • The Entity:
    • The Entity originally had a more human appearance in Version 1.0, but we've reimagined it into something more otherworldly and mysterious. The new design is both unsettling and captivating, adding to the eerie atmosphere of the game. We’re definitely pleased with how this change turned out.


New Locations:

  • Bell Mansion:
    • Home to the Bell family, the Bell Mansion is a key location in the story and will play an even more significant role in upcoming chapters. Its dark halls and hidden secrets are integral to the unfolding narrative.
  • The Secret Chamber:
    • Discovered within the Violet Mansion, this mysterious chamber holds the truth behind the unsettling history of the mansion. Exploring this space will uncover crucial revelations that are vital to understanding the broader story.
  • And More:
    • We’ve introduced several other locations that expand the game world, each contributing to the eerie and immersive atmosphere we’re creating.


Gameplay and Interface Enhancements

  • Improved Gameplay:
    • We’ve made several adjustments to improve the overall gameplay experience, ensuring smoother and more intuitive interactions.
  • Redesigned Interface:
    • The menu graphics, including the start menu, game over screen, and day transitions, have all been redesigned for a more polished and cohesive look.
  • Enhanced Audio and Music:
    • We’ve added new soundtracks and improved audio effects to heighten the atmosphere and mood of the game.

Bug Fixes and Optimizations

  • Script and Code Corrections:
    • We’ve fixed numerous grammatical errors in the script and addressed coding issues from Version 1.0.
  • Font Issue Resolved:
    • The font malfunction that occurred when opening the save and load screen has been fixed.

Horror and Lovecraftian Themes

  • We’ve delved deeper into the horror and Lovecraftian elements of the game, introducing a second entity and revealing crucial plot points that will send chills down your spine.

Looking Ahead

Version 0.20 represents a major milestone in our development journey, but there’s much more to come. Our focus for the next update will be to complete Chapter 1 and continue expanding the narrative with new characters, locations, and choices. Development on the next chapter is already underway, and we’re eager to share more details with you soon.

Conclusion

We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved with Version 2.0  and hope that you enjoy the new content and improvements as much as we enjoyed creating them. Your feedback continues to be invaluable, so please keep sharing your thoughts and experiences. Together, we’ll continue to shape and refine this game into something truly special.


Files

Demo-pc.zip 220 MB
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Demo-mac.zip 216 MB
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TheViolets-2.0-pc.zip 244 MB
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TheViolets-2.0-mac.zip 240 MB
87 days ago

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