your writing is absolutely amazing, love the somber feeling and the aesthetic of the game!!! also it's great how you can keep the legibility intact even with a more refined speech style :D
Thank you! :D I have a follow-up planned with The Specter and another character, but I am not sure when I’ll have the time to make it haha, hopefully soon.
I don't think I'll ever forget this game. The concept is so beautiful and the writing is out of this world. As a non-binary person, I thank you for the gender-neutral option and I've been so obsessed with the game that I listened to your entire spotify playlist
This is THE only VN I've ever played (and I played many, trust me) with such beautiful writing. UGH. UGHHHH. I'm a sucker for classic literature and even though english is not my first language, that didn't stop me from appreciating the complex linguistics of the game. UGHHHHH now I'm gonna think about this forever. And check out every other game you ever made. Thank you so much for blessing us with your art!!!
Thank you! :D English is not my first language either, so I often worry about sounding off, but I am glad to hear my preference for classics and slightly ‘old-sounding’ English doesn’t make the script annoying to read!
MC's background is left largely to the player's imagination, as their past has no actual bearing on the plot other than they are forced to keep their head low, hence their choice of occupation.
One of the players further down in the comment section figured out the little hints I left in the game (e.g. MC's reaction to Modesto/a's etiquette book) so if you'd like, you can scroll down and give it a read.
hi! here to report a bug(?) when a talk happens about modesta finding out that mc knows how to play chess, there's a sentence "Since then, Modesta insists you play against him..."
apart from it i reeeeally like this beautiful game; the atmosphere, the language and ofc majestic style of visial aspect, ugh so GOOD
A beautiful game, both art and story. I've enjoyed all the endings. I loved that there's only a subtle difference between Modesto/Modesta. The Extras were all unique and intriguing.
This was...really good. I got the best ending in my opinion right away...ending 4. Was fun to try the others. I always enjoy a good story about a lovable puppy. ^_~
I don't know why I've put off trying this one. But Rook, you've made yet another masterpiece. Have I mentioned how I really really really love your writing? The words you used were not overly complex yet they invoked this vivid image of what you were going for and leaving some to the readers/players' creative imagination.
I love how you set the ambience of the manor, the village, the forest. And though this is bite-sized, I feel so full after consuming this. I also love the little detail regarding The Spectre. If you ever plan to make another short one like this, I hope I'd get to be one of those who'll be first in line to experience it.
Ah, thank you so much! 🥺 I do have a lot of stray ideas I try to get out of my head by releasing shorter games, so I hope the next project I make will also be to your liking.
My god this was such an artistic piece! I love how Modesto/a don't look that much different in-between gender, they are such gender envy. Not only that but the characters that have sprites all look so cool and wonderful, MC themselves are pretty mysterious but I can guess they were a fallen noble and running away from debt collectors (assuming) that's why they don't have proper credentials and keeps their head low. Not only that but I adore the artistic aspect of not only the art but the way the story was being described, it felt like it had the style of old writing (thinking of like Dracula and whatnot, but more modern and shorter). Adore the mystery of it all, and the text for Ending 4 was quite intense in a good way!
You're such a creative force!! like I've never come across a person that never misses with their work, even the playlists you make are amazing like I genuinely need you to know no one's doing it quite like you are
Thank you! :D Ah, I also wish either the jam was a bit longer or that I could write, draw, and code faster, so that I could expand on this project. I'd love to eventually add a second route, though, perhaps during the jam this year if it's allowed.
I'm having a weird glitch. I saw in your devlog you said that it was completely finished, but I can only make it half way through the game and I get the "part 1/2" thing and it won't let me continue. I tried downloading it again and starting a new save, but nothing has worked so far.
That is indeed a weird glitch! I just downloaded the file myself and skipped through the game, and it seems to work just fine on my end. The only thing I can think of, since you both re-downloaded and started a fresh game, is some sort of persistent file issue. I did a bit of googling and found this thread on [Reddit], hopefully that can fix it for you. Sorry I can't be of any help here, as I don't think I've run into that bug before. But I will keep looking into that!
I've played all your games (Perfumare is my favourite-- yet to play the IF version). I loved this game too! I wish it was longer and I'm hoping you're planning on making more IF/VNs with werewolves? I feel like it's few and far between and werewolves are my absolute fav :heart_eyes: Thanks for making such great games!
Thank you, that’s great to hear! :D Ah, I wish I had more time to expand on it too, but alas, I am glad you enjoyed it nonetheless. So, not with werewolves per se, at least not anytime soon, but my new project will have a coyote shifter (werecoyote?). If that’s something that interests you, then stay tuned! Thanks for playing! <3
Thank you so much! I originally intended to add a second route, but I ran out of time and scrapped it after all. I am not saying a definite no to a sequel, I had lots of time with this jam, but for now I have another project on my mind, well, two. :D
If you're using an older save, as in made before the new version of the game was updated, then that's the case. Due to the changes in the code, old saves rarely work when used on the new update. But let me know if that's not the case, and I'll see what I can do to fix the issue!
Just played the whole game and ah its so good!!! As it always is when playing one of your games <3 I liked the banter between the two, (SPOILER) MC was so cool and so suave, the tension when MC was dressing Modesto up - ahhh!!
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your writing is absolutely amazing, love the somber feeling and the aesthetic of the game!!! also it's great how you can keep the legibility intact even with a more refined speech style :D
Thank you! <3
Thank you so much for this lovely little gem. I can't wait to dig into your other works!
I also wanted to let you know about a couple pronoun inconsistencies I came across during my Modesta playthrough:
Ahhh I messed up the brackets, thank you SO much for letting me know! I re-uploaded the flies with the fixes added.
Thanks for playing, and I hope my other projects will also be to your liking! :D
I absolutely loved it. the writing is amazing. More!
Thank you! :D I have a follow-up planned with The Specter and another character, but I am not sure when I’ll have the time to make it haha, hopefully soon.
DUDE freaking loved this game I want him so bad
Glad to hear it! :D
I don't think I'll ever forget this game. The concept is so beautiful and the writing is out of this world. As a non-binary person, I thank you for the gender-neutral option and I've been so obsessed with the game that I listened to your entire spotify playlist
Thank *you* for playing! <3
This is THE only VN I've ever played (and I played many, trust me) with such beautiful writing. UGH. UGHHHH. I'm a sucker for classic literature and even though english is not my first language, that didn't stop me from appreciating the complex linguistics of the game. UGHHHHH now I'm gonna think about this forever. And check out every other game you ever made. Thank you so much for blessing us with your art!!!
Thank you! :D English is not my first language either, so I often worry about sounding off, but I am glad to hear my preference for classics and slightly ‘old-sounding’ English doesn’t make the script annoying to read!
so I've been replaying and I'm confused. where did mc come from and why the need to work so far out of the way
MC's background is left largely to the player's imagination, as their past has no actual bearing on the plot other than they are forced to keep their head low, hence their choice of occupation.
One of the players further down in the comment section figured out the little hints I left in the game (e.g. MC's reaction to Modesto/a's etiquette book) so if you'd like, you can scroll down and give it a read.
oh I seeee ok makes sense now(the comment did indeed help)
hi! here to report a bug(?) when a talk happens about modesta finding out that mc knows how to play chess, there's a sentence "Since then, Modesta insists you play against him..."
apart from it i reeeeally like this beautiful game; the atmosphere, the language and ofc majestic style of visial aspect, ugh so GOOD
and also when the guards give Modesta the drink: "What did you give him?!"
Hi! You caught a variable bug, thank you so much for letting me know! Both instances are fixed now, and I re-uploaded the game files, too.
I am glad to hear you've enjoyed Cured Place, thanks for playing 🧡
I loved this SO MUCH, Modesto is so charismatic, and the story goes so smoothly 😩 I need more
Happy to hear that! I've planned on adding a second route someday, so hopefully I'll be able to get back to Cursed Place when I have some free time :D
A beautiful game, both art and story. I've enjoyed all the endings. I loved that there's only a subtle difference between Modesto/Modesta. The Extras were all unique and intriguing.
Thank you! 🧡
This was...really good. I got the best ending in my opinion right away...ending 4. Was fun to try the others. I always enjoy a good story about a lovable puppy. ^_~
Thanks for playing!
I don't know why I've put off trying this one. But Rook, you've made yet another masterpiece. Have I mentioned how I really really really love your writing? The words you used were not overly complex yet they invoked this vivid image of what you were going for and leaving some to the readers/players' creative imagination.
I love how you set the ambience of the manor, the village, the forest. And though this is bite-sized, I feel so full after consuming this. I also love the little detail regarding The Spectre. If you ever plan to make another short one like this, I hope I'd get to be one of those who'll be first in line to experience it.
Ah, thank you so much! 🥺 I do have a lot of stray ideas I try to get out of my head by releasing shorter games, so I hope the next project I make will also be to your liking.
Don't worry, I'm one of the people who will anticipate your works. :3
modeste's tboy swag is unparalleled
My god this was such an artistic piece! I love how Modesto/a don't look that much different in-between gender, they are such gender envy. Not only that but the characters that have sprites all look so cool and wonderful, MC themselves are pretty mysterious but I can guess they were a fallen noble and running away from debt collectors (assuming) that's why they don't have proper credentials and keeps their head low. Not only that but I adore the artistic aspect of not only the art but the way the story was being described, it felt like it had the style of old writing (thinking of like Dracula and whatnot, but more modern and shorter). Adore the mystery of it all, and the text for Ending 4 was quite intense in a good way!
Thank you, I am glad to hear you enjoyed yourself! <3
MC, yes, pretty much, though I wanted to leave the details of the background(s) to the player's imagination :D
That's really cool! I'm just glad MC can snark to Modesto/a for all the headaches they've received from them ahahaha
Oh yes, snark is the only weapon they have against that brat :D
Great little visual novel with a spooky feel to it. I enjoyed the story very much.
Thanks for playing! :D
You're such a creative force!! like I've never come across a person that never misses with their work, even the playlists you make are amazing like I genuinely need you to know no one's doing it quite like you are
Thank you so much 🥺🥺🥺
Please make the text larger on Android, I can't read it.
Sure thing! The new apk file has been just uploaded. Let me know if the font is large enough now.
I loved the game and Modesto! My only complaint is that I wish it was longer. I can't wait to play more of your games!
Thank you! :D Ah, I also wish either the jam was a bit longer or that I could write, draw, and code faster, so that I could expand on this project. I'd love to eventually add a second route, though, perhaps during the jam this year if it's allowed.
Whatever you do, I'll be sure to enjoy it!
I'm having a weird glitch. I saw in your devlog you said that it was completely finished, but I can only make it half way through the game and I get the "part 1/2" thing and it won't let me continue. I tried downloading it again and starting a new save, but nothing has worked so far.
That is indeed a weird glitch! I just downloaded the file myself and skipped through the game, and it seems to work just fine on my end. The only thing I can think of, since you both re-downloaded and started a fresh game, is some sort of persistent file issue. I did a bit of googling and found this thread on [Reddit], hopefully that can fix it for you. Sorry I can't be of any help here, as I don't think I've run into that bug before. But I will keep looking into that!
I've played all your games (Perfumare is my favourite-- yet to play the IF version). I loved this game too! I wish it was longer and I'm hoping you're planning on making more IF/VNs with werewolves? I feel like it's few and far between and werewolves are my absolute fav :heart_eyes:
Thanks for making such great games!
Thank you, that’s great to hear! :D Ah, I wish I had more time to expand on it too, but alas, I am glad you enjoyed it nonetheless. So, not with werewolves per se, at least not anytime soon, but my new project will have a coyote shifter (werecoyote?). If that’s something that interests you, then stay tuned! Thanks for playing! <3
Of course! I'm always down to play any of your games :)
Ahhh thank you! :D
It was so goooood! The tension in the ''Dry me'' scene uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
It was my favorite to write as well, thank you! :D
The writing was really good, I found myself clinging to every word while playing. I could only hope for a sequel, i enjoyed it too much :,)
Thank you so much! I originally intended to add a second route, but I ran out of time and scrapped it after all. I am not saying a definite no to a sequel, I had lots of time with this jam, but for now I have another project on my mind, well, two. :D
I can't load my last save. I get this message :(
If you're using an older save, as in made before the new version of the game was updated, then that's the case. Due to the changes in the code, old saves rarely work when used on the new update. But let me know if that's not the case, and I'll see what I can do to fix the issue!
Just played the whole game and ah its so good!!! As it always is when playing one of your games <3 I liked the banter between the two, (SPOILER) MC was so cool and so suave, the tension when MC was dressing Modesto up - ahhh!!
I am glad to hear you enjoyed CP. :D Thanks for playing! <3
very nice :)
Thank you! :D