Under Control [v0.1.20A]

v0.1.20A

New Features:

• I completed the first part of the third nighttime event with Veronica. This marks the completion of the third event with Veronica and represents a crucial turning point in the dynamics among Veronica, Dianne, and Mark for future events.
• Introduced a new event with Jazzmin during breakfast.
• Added a new function when selecting the No-Minigames difficulty level that allows skipping the lockpicking and agility minigames.
• Implemented a new reward system to facilitate benefits and optimize economic management upon reaching goals and completing tasks.
• Developed a mechanic based on quickly identifying interactive elements. Pressing the corresponding icon or text bubble will execute the described action. Unlike before, this new mechanic allows for viewing interactive elements across the entire map.
• Added the functionality to skip dialogues through the ‘Skip’ button in the conversation panel.
• Added the new events with Jazzmin to the status panel.
• Incorporated voice in certain events on an experimental basis (Hanna 1 and Veronica 1).
• New button to check the character’s skills without needing to access the game menu.
• Improved the display of skill progress during training or related activities.

Improvements and Fixes:

• I resolved errors that hindered Jazzmin’s integration into the home, allowing the possibility of having different roommates in the future and enabling me to create events for developing this character at home.
• Solved issues related to variability in Android device resolutions.
• Rebuilt the conversation system to eliminate an error that displayed previous animations, especially on less powerful devices. In the case of slow loading, a transition screen will be displayed until complete loading.
• Fixed a bug in Jazzmin’s shower event.
• Fixed an error in the map transition that could result in an empty scene.
• Fixed a collision error in street exits during missions for Cynthia.
• Readjusted the betting limit in LSCards.
• Made minor corrections in the lockpicking minigames and in LSCards.
• Fixed an error in the Agility minigame where, on some devices, it was necessary to press the buttons. The system is designed for dragging, although it also accepts taps or clicks. Simply passing over the activated button in the sequence is sufficient.
• Solved a problem that caused the activation of multiple dialogue lines when pressing the spacebar.
• Optimized the dialogue system to reduce device resource consumption.
• Fixed an error in the save files that prevented loading games from version 0.1.18 onwards.
• Made corrections in the texts of the Veronica 4 and Jazzmin 1 events.

Changes:

• Updated the handling of events with and without character voices.
• Redesigned the main panel to improve memory management.
• Significantly reduced the requirements to improve skills (not compatible with saves before version 0.1.20A).
• Adjusted the conditions to start the event with Henry, Dianne, and Veronica in the TRT.
• Modified the functionality of the ‘Auto’ button in conversations to wait until the end of an animation before proceeding. (In testing)
• Adjusted the availability of the ‘AUTO’ and ‘NEXT’ buttons in the conversation panel according to the new system incorporating the ‘SKIP’ function.
• The Christmas 2023 event has been unlocked for everyone, although it requires Jazzmin to be living with you. It will be accessible from the ‘Status’ panel on the PC.
• Improved the management of graphic resources and textures to prevent failures and freezes.
• The option to show active elements in the main panel will remain activated persistently in all areas of the scene.
• Made changes in some containers to improve performance and prevent errors.
• Minor corrections in texts and interface.
• Updated acknowledgments.

v0.1.19A

Additions:

• New Christmas Event: Available during December until January 8th.
• Subscribestar: For those who support the development on Subscribestar, you will also be mentioned in the acknowledgements.
• New Tutorial System in 3 Languages: Preparation of tutorials for other aspects of the game.
• Tutorial for Game Start: For new games.
• Tutorial for Options in Conversations.
• Load Game from ESC Menu: Without returning to the main menu.
• Redesign of Game Options: Divided into 3 categories: resolution and quality, sound, and others. Individual voice control in sound (Note: “High Quality”, “Visual Effects” and “Voices” volume not yet applicable in this version).
• Option to Adjust Mini Game Difficulty: In the “Others” section. Affects the requirement to level up skills.
• Optimization in Android Version: Adaptation to all resolutions, compatibility with any aspect ratio, some scenes in full screen.
• Function to Hide Conversation Panel: Improves scene visualization.
• Conversation Animations for Cynthia’s Texts.
• Sound for Character Messages.
• New Notification for New Items in Inventory.
• Russian Language in Configuration Options: Implemented in various circumstances.
• Events in Russian, Spanish, and French: Over 10 events available.
• New Skill Management: Adapts to difficulty options, possibility to level up multiple levels at once.

Fixes:

• Errors in Animations: Some flaws in animation loops.
• Changes in Translation of Interface and Other Elements.
• Changes in Saving Configurations.
• Correction of Error in Pinger Map: Incorrect link in employee area door.
• Errors Loading Game from Another Game: Mostly corrected.
• Error in Transition Scene (Scene Loading).
• Improvements in lip sync Event Management on Android: To enhance performance.

Changes:

• Jeanne Event 1: Revised text, now available in Spanish.
• Modified Color in Jazzmin’s Conversations.
• Compression of Multimedia Files: Weight reduction up to 30%.
• Text Fonts for Russian Language.
• Changes in Maximum Crane Rotation for Cynthia’s Missions.
• Improvements in Crane and Car Collisions: Optimization for less resourceful devices.
• Increased Crane Detection Radius.
• Reduction of EXP Points Required for Leveling Up: Halved.
• Changes and Corrections in Cynthia Event 1.
• Changes and Corrections in Prologue Text.
• Adjustment of Maximum Betting Range in LSCards.
• Minor Corrections in Texts and Interface.
• Updated Acknowledgments.

v0.1.18A

• New Additions:
  1. Completion of Veronica’s Third Night Event: First part of the event fully developed.
  2. Lip Sync Animation System (English Only): Introduced a new feature for character animation.
  3. New Animations:
     Tamara Event 1.
     Hanna Event 1.
     Cynthia Event 1.
  4. Jazzmin’s Shower Event: Featuring two different versions displayed randomly.
  5. Inventory Interface: Added a new interface to view the character’s inventory.
  6. New Inventory Items:
     Cynthia’s Keys.
     VIP Card for TRT.
  7. New Event in Cynthia’s Workshop: New storyline development.
  8. New Missions with Cynthia: Available for players to engage with.
  9. Dynamic Interactions with Cynthia: Based on the outcome of her missions.
  10. Tamara’s Hot Tub Event: A new interactive experience.
  11. Notification Function: Receive messages from other characters triggering related events.
  12. Main Menu Background Animations: Enhanced and diversified.
  13. Animation Speed Control: Added functionality to speed up or slow down animations.
  14. New Area in Cynthia’s Workshop: Expanding the playable space.
  15. Daytime Access to Cynthia’s House: No longer limited to night visits.
  16. New Status Panel Events:
      TRT Event with new character Gabriela.
      Pinger Event with Herd.
  17. New Support Button in Main Menu: Option to support via Subscribestar alongside Patreon.
• Fixes:
  1. Event Launch Errors: Fixed issues in Henry2 and Jennifer1 events.
  2. Jeanne’s Events (1 & 3): Addressed existing bugs.
  3. Conversation Panel Font Size: Improved functionality to maintain consistent font size.
  4. Mission Guide and Wiki: Corrected errors for Herd’s event and Hanna 2.
  5. Save System Tweaks: Minor fixes applied for better stability.
  6. Event Bugs: Resolved issues in Jeanne 1 and Hanna 1 events.
  7. Writing Speed Configuration: Fixed an issue preventing saving of this setting.
• Changes:
  1. Workshop and Cynthia’s House Redesign: Aesthetic and functional enhancements.
  2. Save File Management: Revised for better compatibility with previous game versions.
  3. Conversation Code Overhaul: May lead to new animation errors due to deep coding changes.
  4. Interface Adjustments: Tweaks made in various windows for a smoother experience.
  5. STATUS Panel Image Quality: Upgraded the size and quality for character event images.
  6. LSCards Betting Limit: Increased to allow higher stakes.
  7. Updated Logos (Patreon and Twitter)
  8. Text and Interface Corrections: Minor improvements for clarity and usability.
  9. Acknowledgements Update: Refreshed to reflect current contributions.
• Notes:
  • Jazzmin’s Events Postponed: Due to a significant bug affecting roommate management, all events related to Jazzmin are temporarily on hold.
  • Animation Speed Feature Bug: New issue discovered causing frame skips in some animations; currently unresolved.
  • Lip Sync Animation Issue on Android Devices: Animations based on vertical synchronization are proving to be too demanding for some Android devices. Efforts are underway to optimize these files. However, users may currently experience some synchronization errors.

v0.1.17

New Features:

• New Wiki on the Web I’ve set up a wiki on www.slusiom.com where you can find all the information about events, characters, locations, mini-games, and more.
• Now you can progress through conversations just by pressing the spacebar, making it easier to play with one hand.
• New event to continue the main story, introducing Herd and Paul for the first time.
• New event with Veronica. (This event is not compatible with savegames from versions prior to 0.1.17A.)
• Added a new information button on the PC to view event requirements, locations, and recommendations.
• New interactions with Jazzmin at home. (Delayed due to errors found)
• New event management system in Unity, which will allow me to create better and faster events in any language.
• Access to the TRT location.
• New object to be used in TRT area.
• New minor event in the TRT. (Where the new object acquired in Veronica 5 event can be used)
• Added new help button for the lock-pick mini-game.
• Added new help button for the Agility mini-game.
• Added new help button for the LSCards game.
• Special Recognition: In the Acknowledgements section, a new medal for special mentions has been added, for all those who are no longer Patreon but have made significant contributions to the project.

Fixes:

• To fix bugs that were carried over from versions 0.1.13 and 0.1.14 I recommend starting a new game, as many bugs are carried over from those versions. (For now, game saves from previous versions are still supported.).
• Improvements in the performance of the Gallery.
• Improved animations, I have improved the fluidity and many animations have been recreated to look more natural.
• Fixed a bug that didn’t allow the player to leave the cafeteria when he wanted to start the first event with Jazzmin.
• Fixed a bug that caused Jazzmin to be in several places at the same time, because she was always asleep on the sofa.
• Fixed a bug that caused the Jazzmin 1 event to repeat constantly.
• Fixed a bug that marked a mission available in Coffee Shop even when there is no mission available.
• Fixed a bug that let you see the start of previous animations when loading a new one.
• Fixed an error that generated information conversations, like those that appear after failing the lockpick or agility mini-game dozens of times, ending with the resources of mobile devices.
• Fixed a bug where the shopping menu of the empty room remained open or locked in some cases
• An error in the closing times of Pinger, Powfit and the Coffee shop has been corrected.
• Fixed an error in LSCards that could match in games that did not accept bets even when the player asked to search for games with bets.
• Fixed a bug that could not detect when someone presses the buttons in the mini agility game.
• Fixed an internal error in the event system that could cause the repetition of events or agility tests when not appropriate.

Changes:

• Most Update() functions have been removed to avoid freezes on devices with fewer resources and on Android.
• Changed the Dexterity lvl 2 requirement from Tamara 1 event, now it will only ask for Dexterity lvl 1.
• Reduced options that led to nothing in night events.
• Changes in the triggers of the events that occur at home to improve game performance (Henry, Jennifer, and Veronica).
• Changed the size of the salon video console panel to make it easier to use on mobile devices.
• Improved visibility of pending events. Also added a link to the wiki in case more information is needed about a specific event.
• Redesigned the size of the Gallery slots in the main menu.
• Improved the Agility mini-game, now it detects better the keystrokes / clicks and the level affects more intensely the time of each button.
• Recreated the Jeanne 2 event due to errors in rendering and animations.
• Minor corrections in texts and interface.
• Updated the acknowledgements