The art style is beautiful! I'm excited for this game~
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The remake is amazing! I love how the mc tries to understand Noah, and I finally found out who traumatized Noah as well.
I can't believe MKUltra is an event that really happened. That's horrible!
I think that it was good for Noah to talk about everything - including what happened with Ashley.
I can now heal Noah, and try to help him. Thank you for giving him such a great ending.
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Who would remove Myrddin's possessions like that? That being said, it would be funny if he reacted to the player doing that.
I get it. You want a detailed picture to show the scene you created. I'm sure they will be very pretty images.
Wonderful! I am curious to see how that conversation unfolds.
The games that are already included, are enough for now. I was simply curious as to what games would be available.
Ooh, do you mean a photograph? That would be nice. Aaaand, now I'm wondering if you can take pictures of him. I won't get greedy, though. Being with him is enough, after all.
Hmm...yes, I suppose it would be hard to show him a picture if he is alone. That's kind of sad.
You're welcome! I am more than happy to support such an amazing game!
Don't mention it! You are very talented, so I know the update will be great!
To answer a question you asked, yes, I did assume that Myrddin lived in an empty space without any items until you introduced said objects.
But, I do love the furnishings! I wonder what songs he listens to, and what the name of the plant that he keeps is. And that is such a fluffy couch~
It is truly a genius idea to click on the record player to change the ambience. I wonder what you can do with the other objects.
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Can I water the plant? Or turn the lights on and off? That would be really fun!
It is a smart idea to limit the amount of assets you have. You don't want to overwhelm yourself, and experience burnout.
While CG's sound nice, I don't believe a lack of them would take away my enjoyment of the game. It is very reasonable to restrict the number of CG's if you cannot afford to add many.
I am beginning to understand how you are able to update so frequently - you know what you can and cannot do, and do not attempt to take on more than you can. This is a very smart strategy.
You're welcome! Though, I was also thinking of ways you could comfort him or make him happy through physical contact. Maybe an encouraging pat on the shoulder, or squeezing/holding his hands.
Oh no...more ice jokes! XD Kidding! On a more serious note, I do want to continue the conversation about emotions.
I...I can finally play with Myrddin?! YES!
I wonder how you could play with him...maybe a game where you pass a ball to each other, or a card game. Chess or checkers, perhaps? Truth or dare? Ooh, I can't wait to find out!!!
You are making me really curious about version 0.3, already~
That being said, I AM really curious about everything you listed. Especially about how I affect the story.
I-It's okay! I'm sure all I have to do is give him a hug and he'll be all better! ...Surely.
It would have been pointless to have arrived in your life at an earlier time. Clearly, I was meant to bring the light back into it.
I love this early release date. If I had to wait too long on this specific game, I would have to make a Myrddin plushie to tide me over.
...But, I can't sew, and have no material to do so. >.<
Hmm...maybe I should make an instagram account. I may be able to reach more people on there to share the game with.
As for stories, I was thinking about making a canon isekai, but I can't promise anything. It honestly depends on my headspace.
Just keep doing your best as you have thus far, and you'll be fine.
I love Lore so much! He is incredibly strong trying that hard all on his own for so long. I wonder if that is why he sounds so wise. He loves moving without a destination so that he doesn't have to think. He loves imagining himself somewhere far away, somewhere that he can be happy. It's cute. It's sad. He speaks like he is much older than he really is. And is very blunt and honest. I like that. Thank you for the happy ending, and please make one more game. I need more content with Lore in it!
Thank you so much! I really tried hard to write this particular story, because of the feelings that your game evokes in me. Honestly, the idea wouldn't leave my head until I wrote it down.
As long as Myrddin is in the game, I'm sure it will continue to brighten my days! That reminds me of a saying: Life's not about waiting for the storm to pass - it's about learning to dance in the rain. Though, sometimes, it's hard to do without getting struck by lightning.
Oooh...my curiosity is piqued! I really can't wait to find out what it is~
I want to see him pretend to eat something without a mouth. It would be...an interesting sight, indeed. I'm really glad that I could make you laugh. They do say laughter is the best medicine, after all.
You're welcome! It's the least that I can do for introducing me to such an intriguing character.
Curious to see what antics Myrddin will get up to in the future, as well.
Have a great day/night!
I wrote another reader insert with Myrddin in it! Mind you, this one is a bit more serious and definitely a bit depressing, however, I do hope you like it.
Link: https://www.quotev.com/story/17328577/Cloudy-Thoughts/1
You're welcome! And thank you for showing my drawing and story. It's a bit embarrassing, but I'm happy. I advertised your game on Tumblr and Twitter, so hopefully more people can see it. I forgot all about my Bluesky account, though, so I'll talk about it there, too.
Wow, you are my favorite game developer. You are already talking about making a new dev log for the next update! Not every developer adds game content in stages, and it's torture to wait for the full game to play. But, you're also planning the script, and possible art and music changes in the update, as well.
I can't wait to read the dev log for 0.2 in the future.
By the way, you should always back up your data. At least two developers that I know lost their game data, and had to start over because of that.
I think they are called blush marks. I really miss them, but I like this new design almost as much. That picture where he is holding the little box replica of his room is...really attractive. I wouldn't mind if he knew. Just so you know, the perfectionist in me fixed up his neck so it didn't look so bent. lol
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Yes! I actually got that dialogue. And, I had no idea it was optional. I mostly suggested it, because I felt bad for Myrddin after that dialogue, seeing as he was paranoid that he was talking to himself. But, it would be cool if it happened close to the end of the game.
It would be nice if Myrddin is the one asking about my appearance. If you add that conversation, I would love to see how it plays out.
Well, Myrddin made plenty of ice jokes. I just think that he would appreciate it if the player made jokes about his favorite thing - clouds~
In fact, I was going to make another cloud joke - but, it would probably go over your head! Pfft! Sorry, I couldn't resist.
You know, I tried to catch fog once, but I mist!
...I'm done, now.
Well, I can't brush or comb his hair, and ruffling it is a sign of affection!
I think you shouldn't try to make an apk version since you have a browser version. Everything else in the game works fine. Besides, on Winlator, changing the graphics driver and dx wrapper will show the little hand cursor on other games, so it would work on this one.
Awesome! And, I know it's late, but I want to give him valentine's chocolate, and have him make an ironic remark about it.
You're welcome! It's for you and Myrddin that I make these suggestions. Sometimes people put their game on hiatus because they run out of ideas or lose interest in it. I don't want that to happen to this game.
Not that I am not confident in your ability to continue Interact With Me, but I really want to be able to keep playing this game.
And, I hope making this game makes you happy, and is something that you want to do.
Can I give you a few suggestions for the game?
Myrddin can, somehow, finally see the player. (without a sprite, for full immersion.)
The player chooses their description: including gender, hair color, eye color, etc.
Tell Myrddin jokes like: 'Is your head always in the clouds?' Or, 'Where am I? - on cloud nine!' Or 'It's a bit cloudy, today!'
Maybe, you can click on his hair, and ruffle it, messing it up. Or tap his shoulder to get his attention. Or hold his hand.
I was going to recommend showing a pair of hands, or just one hand, to represent the players hands, but only if you think it would fit in the game.
What about the player giving Myrddin gifts like a small ball, or a picture, or a keychain. Something to make his room a bit less empty.
Could the player give him food, too? Or, can he even eat without a mouth?
Anyway, these are just some ideas that wouldn't leave my head. I understand if you can't use all of them, I just thought they might be a nice addition to the game.
They say that time heals all wounds. Even if I can't fix my phone anytime soon, I can fix my mental state.
Thank you! I'm not expecting to be able to pay for a new phone for a while, but, I'll make do, for now.
That is a fun thought. And I have to leave through the crack to return to my world. ...Yes! (I love it when Myrddin says that!)
As it turns out, his new sprite wasn't so bad, after all. I was so focused on everything that he said - and my excitement at being with him again - that I didn't really mind it at all.
Myrddin hasn't changed a bit, which I am grateful for. He is still his same charming, witty, slightly awkward self, which is a huge relief and comfort.
I was so surprised at how helpful his advice is. Make a list if you're stressed, and deal with what you can, lay or sit down if you're angry, chew gum if you're nervous...was he this smart in the first game?
And, his facts about seeing the moon and the sun from the past because light takes a long time to get anywhere, and how hot water can freeze faster than cold water in the right conditions, and how thin clouds are seen as white because of the light that passes through it.
Honestly, I think you made me like Myrddin even more now.
And, I love how he can say my name, now! I love seeing my name on the screen, knowing that he is addressing me. It makes me feel closer to him, like he personally acknowledges me.
...But, don't think that I didn't see how he changed the subject after asking me if I loved someone. I clocked that slow burn romance warning, alright.
That ending, though. I already hated the voices, because, how can Myrddin sit through listening to them every day, and not go crazy? But, then, when they come back at the end, Myrddin tries to protect me by telling me to leave. What do they do to HIM when I'm gone, and why did the clouds on the walls get creepy faces that looked like they were crying?
I know, I know, those are spoilers. But, I couldn't help asking them. I guess I'll find out in the next update.
I am so glad that I left a review back then! It would be a shame to have Myrddin's story end so suddenly. He is such an interesting, fun, cough*attractive*cough, character. I want to be a part of his story for a little longer, and get to know him more.
One small thing that I noticed about him that I can't help but mention is how shiny his hair is. It's really very pretty.
I'll stop rambling before this gets longer than it already is. Have a great day!
YAY! IT'S HEEEEEREEE!!!!
*Cough.* I'm calm now. Please ignore the crazy.
In the few days between now and the last time that we talked, things have been...rough to say the least.
My phone screen cracked. Badly. I've been stressed out - like, a LOT. That feeling caused me to do something stupid:
I placed my phone on the top of the fridge, forgot it, and it fell when I opened the fridge.
I would usually never do something like that, but, it's done, and now I have a cracked phone I can't fix.
Full disclosure: I have no current way to fix it, no other device, so I'm playing games on this broken thing.
It still works, but seeing the cracks while while playing is depressing.
However, I'll still play this. Myrddin is my coping mechanism, and stress reliever. I really missed him! I just hop things are going better for you.
Stay safe, and healthy, okay?
You really do understand mental illness well. I truly did feel as if I was the protagonist, because we are so similar:
anxious, prone to panic attacks, inclined to avoid people, constantly hearing negative thoughts.
You are a really good writer, too! I could feel and understand the mc's emotions towards the things that Geist said.
I believe that I would be susceptible to Geists' words, as well. He is good at manipulating, and gaslighting the protagonist, which, I suppose, is why he was created.
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SPOILERS!!!
Geist is obviously a manifestation of the protagonists insecurities, and I can understand that voice of derision and doubt. Thank you for the kind words at the end of the game. You are really sweet to say that.
Kalei is a sweetheart, and someone that I wish I knew in real life. If Geist is doubt and negativity, Kalei is support, and encouragement. Thank you for creating him, and making him romanceable. I really enjoyed his route!
If YOU ever experienced anxiety, or depression, then I hope you were able to feel better, and get support and love from friends, and loved ones. You deserve it for helping people with this game! <3
And, thank you so much for porting this to android. I know it probably wasn't easy, so, really, thank you!
You're welcome! This sequel is too interesting not to comment on!
I see. When you rewatch a movie, you could understand something you didn't before - like a character's motive for doing something.
Ah...like, if I'm stuck in the room, so is Myrddin, so I would be forcing him to remain against his will. Then, if he is free of the room, I'll stay with him anywhere else in the game.
Before I even started playing games, I would immerse myself in books, and would feel a variety of emotions for different characters. Almost as if I was in their shoes.
I played Persona 3 portable, so that I could play as a girl. And I watched people play Persona 5 online. It really is a fun game!
I am so glad to be the one to introduce you to Vocaloid! Hmm...I imagine Myrddin having a smooth, confident voice that comes across as sarcastic in certain moments. Now I wish that I could find a character with the voice I described.
You're welcome! I love discovering new words, as well!
And I really do like DDLC, so it really makes me happy that your game resembles it.
Yeah, someone who doesn't know what they are doing, could mess up the game files.
Yeah, isolation can affect your mental health. I wouldn't want that for Myrddin.
I can't wait to find out how you can interact with objects in the background.
Oh, someone else does the artwork? That's okay. Lots of people hire artists for their game, I love the artstyle, either way.
I am happy that you liked the game, but I do not believe that I will be returning to it. Drawing in MS Paint is so hard, and drawing backgrounds would be impossible for me. Plus, I can't really think of how I would continue it.
Who is talking about Undertales artwork? I personally think it is really good.
I think I understand. As long as the character fits the story, it doesn't necessarily matter how they look. One character, however badly drawn, can work with a game, as long as you give them a good personality, and have a decent script.
Oh, sorry for the confusion. I wasn't complaining because of the aesthetic or vibe, but for a more shallow reason. (Please don't kill me!) He was adorable before, and I guess I have played too many dating sims with characters that resemble his previous sprite, and now that is more my preference.
But, as I said before, this is your game, and you should do what you want with it. If you are more accustomed to this new version, and in the end you decide that you do not like the softer version, it is your decision to keep the sprite that you like best.
Ah, well, if you want to make him an obsessive yandere, I wouldn't mind. If that is what you mean by selfish. I kind of like those types of characters.
Honestly, you shouldn't feel pressured. I really like your writing, and Myrddin's personality. You could have just made a short sequel that was a simple kinetic novel, and I would be happy if Myrddin was in it.
You're welcome! I love replying to anything that you write about this game. I am very much interested in it, and it makes me so curious.
Stay healthy, and hydrated, and enjoy your week as well.
You treat me like something worth talking with, not at.
SO adorable! That one line makes me want to hug him!
Subtle hints and missable scenes? Sounds like I might have to replay it a few times to make sure I don't miss anything. Which is good, because it gives me an excuse to play it again.
Sometimes, I play a game, and know the second playthrough won't be as fun as the first time. Like watching the same movie again, and again. But the replayability sounds promising with this game.
I already know that there is more to Myrddin than meets the eye, but I'm curious as to what you mean by that.
People are all different, so they are going to think differently, and have different opinions. Someone may have a contrasting view of a scene, but humans always have divergent points of view, however, I believe that they will all love each part of the game, either way.
I do wonder how you will balance the differing perspectives. This should be interesting to see.
As long as I can find a way to stay with Myrddin in the end, or he says that I can keep visiting him (when I play the game again), I'll be happy.
Playing a mini game that I'll lose sounds both frustrating, hilarious, and challenging, and getting life changing advice that isn't life changing sounds exactly like Myrddin~
"The experience with Myrddin is meant to feel personal. Not just “a character on a screen,” but someone you genuinely spend time with. Ideally, by the end, he feels like a close friend, even with the screen in between."
Myrddin already feels real to me, compared to a lot of other fictional characters. I can, of course, tell reality from fiction, but I use games as an escape from reality, and Myrddin really IS like a close friend. (As sad as that sounds.)
But, your description there sounds a lot like a vocaloid song called 'Glass Wall'
Let me digress for a moment, and show you some lyrics from the song, so you can understand what I mean.
Lyrics:
Can you see me?
The pixels on your screen
My voice that can reach you
The one thing that breaks through
The words that you type
They keep me warm at night
But why can't I feel you
To be there, just us two
If I could break through
Just for a day
Less than two inches from you
Yet so far away
But this glass wall between us
Won't keep us apart
I will sing out my heart
Just for you, my love
If you want to listen to the song yourself, you might want to search for Dex's version. In my opinion, Dex has the clearest voice out of the other vocaloids.
Returning to the subject, I would not mind being stuck in a room with him. I would even plead with you to give me a guide on HOW to get stuck with him.
He already feels very realistic. The conversations are very 'vérité' (it means to convey realism), except I use the word for this game rather than filming which the meaning is typically for.
Myrddin doesn't just blur the line of fiction, he almost feels like Monika at the end of Doki Doki Literature Club, except even more immersive.
Awww, the option buttons are clouds~ So cute!
Actually, I DO need advice for stress. >.< Thanks Myrddin! Lol!
Looking at the 'Hello' and 'Can you see this?' text files...will the player have to mess with the game files? Because that would be so cool!
At least you can draw. Out of the few games that I tried to make, only one of them had hand drawings instead of AI, and I am not proud of it.
Besides, Myrddin is very attractive! Er, I mean handsome. No, I mean drawn very well. (>////<)
As for the UI, I love the cloud designs, I really do. It is so cute!
I really hate to say this, but, I still don't like his new look. It's a shame, because I genuinely love everything else about the game.
I'm going to be honest - my opinion on that likely won't change, and that is truly regretful.
I would guess why he was put inside the cube, but if I'm right, it could be a spoiler, so I'll keep my thoughts to myself this time.
What I will say is, he looks terrified, and I think he's shaking in the picture after easing into the frame.
Okay, I've just about written a full-length novel here, so I'll stop now.
I am really looking forward to playing the demo next moth, and seeing Myrddin again. I know the wait will be worth it.