Hello,
Thank you for your interest in the latest update. To answer your question, yes, the content currently available on Patreon will be released on Itch.io, but there will be a delay.
I understand that the wait can be frustrating, but it's important to know that I'm balancing a 42-hour work week (not including overtime) alongside game development. Prioritizing Patreon allows me to reduce my regular work hours and, in the long run, I could even see myself dedicating full-time to developing the game.
The bonus update was developed during my weekends, time that I chose to invest in the game rather than taking a break. This is why offering exclusive content to Patreon supporters is critical, it directly impacts the resources available for the game's development.
I appreciate your understanding and continued support, as it's crucial for the ongoing development and future updates.
Please know that every purchase on Itch.io is important to me and you're not forgotten.
Rest assured, I haven't forgotten about my Itch.io supporters. The update will also be made available here, and it will be free of charge.
But please know that I really appreciate your contributions to the game's development, including the bugs you've reported. (I haven't responded yet because I'm swamped with the update, but I will.) One of my biggest wishes is to have an active community to interact with.
I want to reward those who are invested in the game, so I'm considering running a beta for the Itch.io version to make sure it's bug-free. I had you in mind for this beta, if you're interested, of course. It would give you a chance to play a bit earlier than the official Itch.io release. ;)
Best regards, Lizzy.