It's Been a While
Although this update comes much later than I originally intended, I'm happy that I can finally share some new content with all of you.
A lot has happened since my last announcement.
As I've mentioned before, game development is not my full-time job.
Unfortunately, the project I was working on was canceled, and the company I worked for shut down. As a result, I had to find a new job.
At the same time, a friend who had been helping me develop this game left the team, and I also needed to find new team members.
Personally, it was a very confusing and difficult period. However, reading through all the encouragement and advice you left on the previous announcement gave me the strength to keep moving forward.
Things are much better now, so please don't worry.
Originally, I wanted to add one more stage in this update.
However, due to several technical issues, it won't be included this time.
I believe that once I add about two more stages, including the one that was postponed, the story I originally envisioned for the game will finally reach its conclusion.
Although this update only adds one new stage, I want to expand the game into something much bigger moving forward.
First, we're introducing a Photo Mode, which allows you to freely take pictures, and a Dress Room Mode, where you can change outfits and customize your experience.
Ultimately, I would like to integrate an LLM (Large Language Model) into the game, allowing players to have real conversations with the secretary rather than receiving scripted responses. My goal is to create interactions that feel truly alive.
While I don't have the expertise to build a real robotic companion, I dream of creating an AI similar to Samantha from the movie Her, at least within the world of VR.
(Maybe in the next update?)
There is also something I would like to ask for your understanding.
Due to development costs, outfit-related content will be released as paid DLC.
Although my personal situation has improved, it has become increasingly difficult to continue covering the costs required to create additional content, including assets and other production expenses.
I'm already grateful that you simply enjoy playing the game.
However, if you choose to support us by purchasing the DLC, it would be a tremendous help for future development.
(And perhaps it would also give me a better argument when explaining this project to my wife, who still views it rather skeptically.)
While outfit-related content will be released as paid DLC, the main game and future gameplay features will continue to be updated for free.
I sincerely hope this game can bring a little bit of joy to your daily life.
To everyone who has spent their valuable time playing our game:
Thank you, as always.
Update Contents
1. Free Mode
Take photos freely using a variety of poses and camera angles.
2. Dress Room
Try on different outfits and customize your appearance.
You can also enjoy Story Mode while wearing your favorite outfit.
3. New Business Trip Stage
A brand-new Business Trip stage has been added.
4. New Faces, Outfits, and Hairstyles
Three new character face variations have been added. Additional outfits and hairstyles are now available. These cosmetic additions will be provided as DLC content.