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I can understand the changes in art is a matter of opinion so I won't try to say you are right or wrong.
But is still Andy Peng wish to change so I respect your opinion but also respect the will of the creator to shape his project into something he wants it.

So Badtime Stories.

It's a surprising fresh experience in a VN, specially since is more for top players then bottoms. The body hopping plot, the whole thing with souls and essence, it really feels intense and seeing characters getting their good/bad endings even tho I only stay with them for a few minutes is fascinating.

The presentation of the VN is very good, it has a unique artstyle and a very good placed soundtrack to really feel the mood. The characters very different from another specially since you move from setting to setting but makes you curious to see more of each of them. However the sad truth is this project is on a hiatus and no clue when is coming out of it, so if you are reading this wondering if is worth, know that you will be left hungry for more.

Wow this update was a fun one, it might be a bit short to some people but it sure was packed of important plot relevant and shined light into character's stories, can't wait to see more of it.

So After Class.

After Class succeeds in capturing the RomCom anime structure, the characters are all enjoyable and diverse among them, the plot is not that complicated* and the presentation is very comfortable. Every character route is worth reading thru since they are all somewhat equal size so you never feel it left out compared to others.

Not all character will seem attractive to you at first, some might sound annoying or not worth it but I really implore you to give them a chance. The presentation of AC is superb, the music is well picked for the situations, the backgrounds are beautifully drawn and the sprites have a nice variety of expressions that makes them feel alive. Now about this asterisk in the complicated the story bit, truth to be told there is something underneath After Class plot, there is always something You don't know, don't remember and feels like everyone is keeping it from you. It's mystery about identity, who are you playing as? What really happened to you? Those are one of few questions I have and I'm very eager to keep reading to find out.

So, Arches.

 A "Sequel" to Echo but not really, sure characters appeared in both and they deal with similar things but Arches is it's own beast. Cameron and Devon story and by consequence Artie too is a interesting sequel to what Echo already offered, both of them deal with supernatural entities and substance use, how carelessness even in moments you don't think much could harm you.

Arches don't live into Echo's shadow it tries and succeeds in making it's own dram and it's own version of things, it's more brutal then Echo and I will have to say if you had any kind of past with the themes touched in this VN you will empatize with them way more. Overall I think Arches is a fantastic experience one that is worth is it's time, is not that super long but not short either is enjoyable ride.

First of all congrats on the 30K Downloads it really makes me happy seeing you get the recognition you so truly deserves and I cheering hoping for the project continue to grow and prosper.

Now about the update. SPOILERS AHEAD SO SKIP IF YOU HAVEN'T READ IT YET.
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God it is such a relief after what happened in the previous build but is still bittersweet but what is more important is that Rou is relatively fine. God I love Monti with I silliness, most characters are clearly more smart or wise then Theo so is refreshing to see someone who is just a nice guy really help alleviate the stress going on. That one Tiger in the cafeteria looks like a relative to Diana and meting her there bring a lot of questions to the table also curious about how that Snow Leopard is still alive I thought he was Swiss cheese by now.

Rou's amnesia is going to interesting to see specially for how his relationship with Theo will go now, also I can't stress how much I like Theo as a protagonist, usually FVN protagonist are bit have reluctance to follow the plot or can't "man up" when the situation needs but seeing Theo determined to go to something so dangerous, heck he could have lost a leg or his life there, for the sake of the man he loves is so refreshing and satisfying.

So amazing work Rad, I can't wait for the next build.

So Rain Check...

Well I will keep spoiler free review because I think is a story worth reading by yourself and taking notes.

First of all I the things I want to start praising is the presentation of the VN, the visuals are unique and beautiful, the art is very geometric and is very impressive how it can tell a lot of about the characters without you even reading them saying anything, their design, body language and expressions really match well making them feel alive. Next is on the tracks used for it, they fit the mood and no song feels out of place or too much distracting is the right combination but one minor gripe I have is that sometimes it's a bit too low to hear it.

Now on the writing, I will not lie to you reading this, is a amazingly written, the pace of story is always keep you on the edge of your sit and you can never predict what is going to happen next, it's a good mystery VN to match ones like Zero Escape or Hotel Dusk however the story is complicated in a very good way, is easy to lose yourself and reread part but the team is smart enough to let the player catch up with the story and understand what is going on, I would recommend making notes if you reading this are into it because it pays off very well.

To the team behind Rain Check: You guys have all my admiration for the work you people are making and I plan to support it and I want to see it flourish and get the recognition it deserves, I cannot overstate how much this story means to me now and I wholehearted want to see where it goes. Thank you and cheers for the amazing work

This is a very early review of project but here is what i can say for now will update it when it's updated.

So For Himalyan Birkin a interesting name for a interesting project, i will not say i understand everything the whole project is about since from what i understand the project involves more then just the visual novel so my review is just as a FVN fan, maybe in the future if i understand more i can give my views on that. But i will say i am excited to see more.

So about the VN itself, the protagonist Ryder (Callum is his alias) is a very interesting protagonist on the fact of his trauma responses, his past that only can see glimpses of it and his personality makes a very original character and i really want to see more of his story unfolding.

The demo is somewhat short but you can get the idea of what is going to be about it right from the start.

On the audiovisual aspect of the VN it's clear this was made with passion the character sprites are amazing in a weird way, it's not your typical pretty sprites it reminds of adult cartoons of the 80s/90s everything has this more mature tone to it that makes me feel like a stumble a much more mature show late at night on TV.

On technical levels, besides the weird render issue with Renpy, it shows some mistakes that are not that bad but i need to point it out, a lot of time dialogue will a void between one box and another and i thought it was some animation playing but i just need to press space to progress which is weird but can be solved.

In conclusion i will recommend this for now because it has potential and i want to see more of Ryder and hopefully help him get a good ending.

I found the fix, if anyone has the problem:

Open the game while holding "shift" button and keep holding it until the game starts. Now a settings screen will open instead of the game's main menu, from there select the framerate for your screen and disable "tearing". If not helps, try different combinations.

Hi, i started playing the game and when i started the game had this tear on it, is there any way to solve this none of the other VN  i have had this problem

This is very early review of the project but here is what i can say for now will update it when it's updated:

This VN is a breath of fresh air, the characters, the art, the music and specially the setting feels inspired and alive and is a welcomed change to the current FVN scenario, Tom as a MC is specially interesting because he is amazing POV character because it feels like he is a character but is relatable enough for the reader project into him.

The supporting cast is lovable even with small amount of interactions their sprites, demeanor and actions paint a very clear picture of how they act. The writing i also should note is amazing on not dragging on needles details, dialogue boxes with more then 3 lines are rare and welcomed to make the reading comfortable.

All in all i will say this project has future and i will be rooting and supporting for you guys in this work of art they are making.

I gave in my review many praises to this VN and if you who is reading this feel any doubts i plead you to cast them aside and not miss one of the best works of arts, you are missing out on good quality work here.