~May Progress Update~ EARLY BETA UPDATE ANNOUNCEMENT + [Mystery & Magic Otome Bundle Cross-Promotion]
This update is a tad late, isn't it? (It's just a day late, ok?) BUT! Intentionally so- because oh boy, we've got a lot to cover this time!
First, Thorn for the Villain~ Reincarnated as an Extra in an Otome Game?! is participating in the cross-promotion, Magic & Mystery Otome Bundle!
You can check out the other participating games posted on the front page~
And now... for the bi-monthly progress report!
Progress Report
So, those who availed early beta-access ($30 and up), get ready! Updates will go live next Saturday, May 11th (GMT+8)~
I will be posting another devlog once it's up.
So, what should you be expecting for this update? Well, the first half of the demo had more focus of Vicenzo, which means we'll be seeing some Edel screen time here. We'll also be introduced to some new faces!
I've previously mentioned it on my socials- that Thorn for the Villain~Reincarnated as an Extra in a Otome Game?! isn't a survival otome... surviving isn't your ultimate goal. You need to survive to proceed, but at its core, it is an otome isekai.
If you found the first half to be too intense, don't worry, this half will give you some break! ...Maybe.
So, for this version, can you continue with your previous save file?
-Technically, yes, but it will break some codes going forward, so it'll be best to start a new file.
Do note, there are some rules regarding the beta access update. Naturally, sharing it isn't allowed. Streaming is also prohibited for now.
There are also scenarios in the demo update that are supposed to be voiced, but have not been recorded yet as they are still subject to change.
I know I've been stuck in the common route for a while now... and you'll see why.
Er- barring the fact that I ended up doing a lot of editing to the first draft in order to improve pacing.
That said, I hope those who have access to the early beta will enjoy this update!
Dev Corner
Ok, that's enough about the upcoming update... this time, we'll talk about the game's special otome-term definition feature!
If you've noticed, sometimes there'll be terms in-game written in bold. If you click it, the game will transition you to the term's definition.
I've implemented this cause I later realized that this might be some people's first otome game, so I figured... why not be the otome game that teaches about otome games?
I want this to be accessible to both otome game veterans and newbies.
Next Update
Next update will be in a week and a half. I just need to complete a few more things, test the build and hope that everything's ready by then!
So if you have beta access, you may download the update as soon as it goes up. There'll be an announcement for the update release.
As I've mentioned before, I won't be running a Kickstarter for this project, but if you'd like to support this game, you can donate here!
-And better hurry, cause Early Bird Tier is almost out~
For the list of perks, you may refer here under "Q: Do I get anything for donating?".
Well, that's it for now. Hope to see you next time~
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Thorn for the Villain~ Reincarnated as an Extra in an Otome Game?!
Reborn to romance the villain of an otome game?!
Status | In development |
Author | Anta |
Genre | Visual Novel |
Tags | Amare, Comedy, Dating Sim, Fantasy, Female Protagonist, isekai, josei, Otome, Romance, slife-of-life |
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When does it come out in Spanish😔??
Thorn for the Villain? Unfortunately there are no plans for a Spanish translation, or any translation, as costs for that would be too high.
Donated from the link on this post without noticing you actually have to select a thing on the main page to actually get the benefit, FML.
Are you not able to claim it?😮
No, it just doesn't count as a purchase. It wants me to pay again.
You can e-mail me at antares000025@gmail.com for now so that I can send you the info form to fill up!
I love that you're creating an otome game that teaches people about otome games... and I know you're going to bring your insanely fun sense of humor to things as well!
Thanks also for that amazing shout-out to our Mystery & Magic Otome game cross-promo. It's such a pleasure to work with you - and I love the way you revised the banner also. The color scheme is so fun and looks great on your page!
Sometimes there are people who say that it's their first time playing otome with some of my games, and I noticed that some of the terms Teresa spouts are very exclusive to otome games and I didn't want to alienate new players, so I figured, lemme add that feature ;P
Thanks!<3