Hello everyone!!

These past few months have been pretty hectic for me due to university exams. But, now that the semester's finally over, I figured it's a good time as any to write another progress update! So, let's get to it!

Act 3

Apart from a few touch-ups to some earlier portions of the game, most efforts are still put on finishing Act 3. In case you need a refresher, I've split up the Act into 5 different sections for ease of development.

I'm happy to announce that 4 out of the 5 sections are fully playable now, with internal playtesting still ongoing! As for the final segment, I have most of the text and events laid out in a Google Doc. All that's left is some mild level design and concept art, and I'm all set to dive head-first into in-engine development.

At this rate, the release estimate I gave on the last progress report seems more and more likely: The game reaching a fully playable state this year; leaving polishing, and release preparations to span the rest of the year, and probably seep into 2026.

Again, take this estimate with a grain of salt, as likely as it is to come into fruition. I'd hate to promise something and fail to deliver.

RPG Direct 2025

For those not in the know, Connected Fates made a brief appearance during this year's RPG Direct Event, specifically during the presentation's sizzle reel. If you want a glimpse into what Acts 2 and 3 look like in action, feel free to give it a watch! And support everyone who also participated! That's an order!!

Jokes aside, it was such an honor to be a part of such an incredible event! So many great games to play, and yet I can't because I'm working on my own...

*sob*

Steam Page

In case you missed it, the game has an official Steam page now! Woo!! I'll still continue supporting the game's Itch page (I'll also release the game here, too), so no worries if you don't have access to Steam!

If you do, however, I'd greatly appreciate if you could give the game a Wishlist! Every inde game developer asks for them, so they're probably important!

Conclusion

With each passing progress report the game is coming along, looking more and more like a fully realized experience. It's honestly surreal!

I won't lie, it has it's problems, and I don't expect everyone to enjoy it. But, it's been a great learning experience. Because of it, I've improved as an artist, writer, programmer, and even as a composer. I'm hoping that, in spite of it's many similarities and inspirations taken from other games, it will manage to stick with you, and tell a story you'll be able to resonate with.

At the end of the day, it's at worst a learning experience for me, and at best an actually enjoyable video game for you. Either way, all the hard work will be worth it.

But, hey, it's too early for sentimentalities.

I'll see you all again on the next progress report!

Thank you so much for reading, and I wish you a good rest of your day or night.

Stay safe everyone!!