Hey everyone β and Happy Halloween! ππ»
This week has been all about refining the latest systems introduced in the Test Development Preview Build (v0.24.0a) while also laying the groundwork for the next big update. If you havenβt checked out the newest preview build yet, itβs live now for Patreon Tier 3 members and above β and itβs packed with new features to explore!
βοΈ Recent Progress & Improvements
π± Cellphone System Enhancements β Continued polish on the new cellphone interface, improving responsiveness, visuals, and interaction depth.
π¬ Contextual Action System Updates β Fine-tuning cue timing, animations, and approval mechanics to make the system more fluid and natural.
π₯ Camera Integration β Dynamic camera adjustments for action and conversation moments, giving interactions a more cinematic feel.
π‘ Performance & Visual Tweaks β Additional lighting and environment adjustments for smoother gameplay and better scene clarity.
π©βπ¨ Character & World Additions
π© New Female Character β Now appearing in the world! This βrareβ NPC features updated hair, outfit options, and enhanced blendshapes.
π More Customization Options β Added new blendshapes for female body and facial expression details, plus a few new hair variations.
π΄ Environment Updates β Bridges, vegetation, and terrain have been refined for a cleaner, more immersive look.
π§ͺ Test Development Preview Build (v0.24.0a)
If you missed the announcement, the latest Test Development Preview Build is live!This version introduces:
The Cellphone System
The Contextual Action System
Conversation and Action Cameras
A new Female Character and a Car Dealership area
Plus new environmental assets and DLSS support!
π οΈ Itβs still a work-in-progress build β designed to show whatβs being built behind the scenes β so your feedback is a huge help as I continue testing and refining these systems.
π Final Notes
As we close out October, I just want to say a huge thank you to everyone supporting NeonStrip. Your feedback and encouragement keep development moving forward β especially during these big system updates.
Stay safe, have fun, and enjoy the spooky season! π»And as always, more updates and refinements are on the way soon.
π β Blast