Hello everyone! This is the HIPS N NOSES development team.
We are back with our second dev log to share our latest progress!
How have you all been?
Here in Korea, the cherry blossoms have already fallen, and the weather is starting to heat up.
As we move into the second season of the year, we’d like to share some details about the new elements we’ve been working on for "Week 2" of the game’s timeline.
☕ Cafe Expansion
Once you hit Week 2, the first thing you’ll notice is the Cafe Expansion!
It’s not just about having a bigger room; you’ll now be able to place more brewing pots and cooking tools, allowing you to serve even more customers at once.
🧹 Hera: The New Ally
Hera, who played a major role in the first week’s story, joins you in Week 2 as a new NPC and party member.
At Hera’s shop, she uses her deep knowledge of Wuxia (Martial Arts) to teach Mela new "Serving Martial Arts"! We’re excited to show you the new animations—here’s a quick sneak peek:
As you can see, Mela is coolly delivering drinks with a powerful kick! These aren't just visual changes; each martial art skill provides unique buffs to help you manage the cafe more efficiently.
In the Dream World, Hera fights alongside Mela using weapons that reflect her personal taste. Watch her swing Wuxia-style weapons reimagined as maid tools! Stay tuned to see how these upgraded weapons will look and perform in battle.
🍰 Week 2 Story Character: Paulette
Every week, a new character with "memory-related troubles" visits the cafe.
In Week 2, we introduce Paulette, the owner of a dessert shop! What kind of memories has she lost, and what brought her to our cafe? You'll have to find out!
⚔️ Combat Stage 2
Just as summer approaches in real life, Stage 2 features a refreshing summer-themed background and new monsters.
If Stage 1 was just a taste, Stage 2 will keep you on your toes with new enemy attack patterns and environmental hazards, making combat even more intense and thrilling!
👗 Special Outfits
While we haven't finalized the exact release method (whether as a Pre-order bonus or DLC), we are currently designing outfit skins for Mela!
Our character art team is experimenting with various styles for her. We’d love to hear your thoughts—what kind of outfits would you like to see Mela wear? Please leave your suggestions in the comments!
That’s all for our Week 2 development update!
Please look forward to our Week 3 progress and upcoming event announcements. We have some exciting news on the way, so don’t miss out!
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