Saw this game recommended on insta, and wanted to give it a try, and less than a day later it already updated! Very impressed with the game as it was, but also amazed by the changes based on the suggestions in the comments!
Wish listed on Steam straight away!
Space bar controlling the sewing speed was a game changer! I was actually getting sore controlling the sewing the previous way. The change also feels more genuine to sewing with a foot pedal.
I really like that each part of sewing the dress feels true to the process but is also a bit like a micro - game, like trying to maximise fabric usage by carefully arranging patterns before cutting. Or trying to get good stats as you try out different fabrics and patterns.
It was also nice to see the patterns labelled more clearly and the extra graphical detail of the pieces wrapping to the mannequin.
The lace is a very nice addition! Though it was a bit awkward to apply up at the neckline because the viewing angle made it hard to pin in the right place. (Even with zoom) Is there a graphical limit to how much the mannequin can pivot? Though I'm wondering if it's possible for lace to be applied at the sewing stage? (Maybe if lace at the sewing stage was in fixed locations, but optional decorative lace could be applied at the accessories stage?)
It would also be nice if there was a separate pivot point for the accessories, like once it's pinned to the right location a separate dongle could appear to adjust the angle or rotation.
It would also be nice if smaller elements like the collar or waist band could be made of an alternate fabric type without affecting the dress stats. Like if I could add a simple white cotton collar to a wool dress, or a silk belt to a velvet dress.
I also think some of the pattern scaling should be adjusted.
This came out gaudier than I expected because I thought the print would be smaller. This was an example where I wanted to make the belt a different colour but didn't want to hurt the stats with a different fabric.
I also liked that it now tells you that you did a good job cutting. I started to wonder if it made a difference if I cut on the bias properly.
Things I'd love to see down the line if possible:
- Extra flourishes a separate element, like sashes and belts. Or adding a frill to some of the skirt options(this is where maybe lace at the sewing stage could be an option? ) Or like peplum since it can work on pencil or mini skirts
- And on that note, even though it seems to be set vaguely in the Edwardian era, I'd love to see more skirt lengths and waistlines. Like empire waistline with the option of different skirt lengths. Also skirts with volume like ball gowns, circle skirts or tutus.
- Sheer fabrics. I'm a big fan of sheer sleeves or panels. And I think instances where a dress can be layered with a sheer fabric on top would be lovely!
- Being able to design the back of the dress separately from the front. Say if I wanted a full back but plunging at the front, or alternatively an open back.
- I noticed the Chinese luck symbol on the wall, it would be nice to see some options like Mandarin collars, Saris, Dirndls, Kimono sleeves. Maybe they can be unlocked with specific customers or events?
- I saw someone else mention events and it could be fun to unlock event accessories or patterns.
- It'd be nice to have larger bows/ribbons. Especially if we could sew them from the fabric selections. And then apply them at the accessory stage. Like if we wanted a big feature bow. (I'm visualising the Princess Serenity dress from Sailor Moon with the big ribbon that looks like wings)
- being able to filter my own fabrics/accessories I've bought when choosing them. As the game progresses we'll likely have a lot to scroll through.
- A possible but perhaps inconvenient addition would be to get plus sized customers. I think it would mean every design has a plus sized equivalent. Not necessary, but it would feel nice C:
I'm looking forward to seeing this game develop! You're doing amazing work!