Hey guys,

Another month is rolling to a close and another update is here.
This time we're doing some maneuvering with the production pipeline, so I'd like to begin with a few words on what we're doing and why, followed by more details for this update and the next.

Following the last patches that started the Overhaul of Chapter 2, we have now reached the meat of the matter and started the major changes involving the succubus transformation progression, as well as the dark pact, and other plotlines interweaving with the main plot. However as the month progressed we also noticed an unfortunate uptick of people affected by save data corruption issues, which have been an ongoing topic for some time.

With time being short, we had to figure out how to split the content updates between this update and the next in a way that made sense and didn't ship broken plotlines. With the larger than usual changes and the reduced time due to a previous delay, this turned out to be a daunting task.

In the end, what made the most sense was to ship a "Stability update" for this month, focusing exclusively on engine improvements, and to give this topic the careful attention it needed to hopefully but the issue behind us once and for all. At the same time, our ongoing work will be wrapped up in one big content update in time for Halloween, along with a special event, and some surprises.

So what does this patch bring?

-A resolution to save data corruption. Yes, you heard that right. (Fingers crossed!) After exploring different proposed solutions, Transylvania has been migrated to a new engine version, and playtests have shown no signs of corruption when saving. I want to extend special thanks to SjoerdHekking, Lanceire, and randomuser69, as well as everyone who helped playtest for their invaluable help in this effort.

-Checkpoints: With save data now being much smaller and not causing issues, your personal checkpoints will be saved after completing a chapter. This will make replaying a chapter with your own personal progression much easier (although simulated saves are still there as an option).

-Readability settings, and other engine tweaks: Now you can control the opacity of the text area for a more tailored experience.

What are we working for Halloween?

We are not going to spoil everything that's coming, but we wanted to give you a little sneak peak of the things that are already underway:

-an update to The Pact, along with new scenes, storyline, and a new ending;

-changes to the succubus transformation the overall core transformation of Chapter 2;

-an overhaul of how skill challenges work;

-more content with Sabrina and the bruxas;

....and more!

Along with the game content updates, Halloween will also bring a special event with more merch and rewards... stay tuned for further information ;)