House Party Beta

[Reepyr]

Fun game to play around in. I do wish that there was an option to save so that you could try out different things without having to start from scratch. I'll continue to work on finding everything that is available in the game so far. Thanks for sharing!

[Mahior]

Where do I find the memory box for Madison and the whip for Stephanie? I've felt like I searched every place and yet...

Using the new beta version.

[mistacorn]

Other issues: Britney can block Rachel from exiting the bathroom.

Also would prefer to see completion of existing the storylines before adding more rooms and characters.

There is a new "Excuse Me" button on the radial menu. That will essentually say "Excuse me" to the character, and the character will take a step back. If there are any characters in the way of anything, you can always use this options.

I intend on finishing the storylines. The reason I have been adding more rooms and characters is because I have been working on the engine, and chasing down a lot of bugs. So long as I don't get a laundry list of bug fixes in response to this build (this one's feeling pretty solid), my main focus will be story moving forward.

[mistacorn]

I can't figure out how to get the last drink for Ashley either.

I actually still have a drink (rum and coke) that I found under the TV. I never gave it to stephanie and instead gave her the red and white wine.

Was I supposed to not pick up the drink until they asked? If so that seems like a bug.

The other thing I thought might work is trapping frank in a room like the garage as the door is still sparkling like it can be used, but it can't. Same deal with the study.

Other than that the new mechanics and pathfinding (I didn't try the last release) are big improvements, very nice work. It makes a lot of sense what you said about learning from this game rather than re doing everything. I also appreciate the less serious approach you are going for, although I was unsure if this was intentional with the alphas, now it somewhat comes together to work in the beta with everything that can happen. That said I'm glad to hear that you are both looking at an expanded world and some more intimate/private situations for upcoming games.

EDIT:

Ok so I just took the drinks when Frank was out of the room, which still made him try to fight me (as normal) but he was bugged and just ended up facing the wall near the thermostat in a fight stance. This way I could get all the drinks and give ashley the one she wanted. I wondered if that was it, so talked to brittney who asked if I had got ashley the drink yet. Then talking to ashley it was the end of her content. Is all this normal? I'm guessing the frank bug isn't but no idea about the rest or how I'm supposed to get ashley the right drink properly.

Haha, no you were supposed to use another method to get rid of Frank, but nice exploit catch! I will update the story so that that isn't possible moving forward. You're missing out on a really fun part of the game. When you get to the garage, look around and see what you can interact with in there, and think about how to use that to your advantage to get rid of Frank.

[mistacorn]

Fun game to play around in. I do wish that there was an option to save so that you could try out different things without having to start from scratch. I'll continue to work on finding everything that is available in the game so far. Thanks for sharing!

Save option is coming very soon!

[mistacorn]

Where do I find the memory box for Madison and the whip for Stephanie? I've felt like I searched every place and yet...

Using the new beta version.

You can find the memory box only after you've found the mysterious key. Once you get into the spare room, check the tops of shelves. The whipped cream is in the fridge.

[nezumi69]

That Frank bug wasn't just an exploit. The first time I played the new version, Frank came back from 'playing' with Patrick and stood in his fighting stance in front of the thermostat. Naturally, this made storyline advancement impossible. Started a new game and this didn't happen in the second run.

I also wasn't able to get anyone to recognize that I had the Rum and Coke from the living room. At one point, I even discarded it and picked it up again, but still got no use from it.

BTW, I had an easier time finding the Mysterious Key in its previous location.

[mistacorn]

That Frank bug wasn't just an exploit. The first time I played the new version, Frank came back from 'playing' with Patrick and stood in his fighting stance in front of the thermostat. Naturally, this made storyline advancement impossible. Started a new game and this didn't happen in the second run.

I also wasn't able to get anyone to recognize that I had the Rum and Coke from the living room. At one point, I even discarded it and picked it up again, but still got no use from it.

BTW, I had an easier time finding the Mysterious Key in its previous location.

I've got the Frank bug worked out for next version already. The rum and coke accidentally got left in the game. I had plans for it, but then changed my mind, so it doesn't have any usefulness in the current build and will probably be taken out for the future. So the characters won't recognize it.

Really? I thought the key stuck out a little more being on the key rack!

[nezumi69]

Ok, just wanted to make sure you know the Frank thing wasn't limited to booze, in case it made a difference in what/where you were looking to fix it.

As for the rack, I went in there at least 5 times before I even saw it, much less get close enough to tell there was something on it.
Not saying the location needs to change again. Both locations make sense.

BTW, am I the only one who wants to take Katherine into the mystery room, close the door, and wildly hump her while she's bent over the desk?

[bartux]

thanks for the update.
It's very nice.
I had to retry 4 times before getting rid of Frank aha
And I was a bit disapointed to get more lol.

Your game is to me, very very enjoying and a renew in all the games that already exist.
I hope you are going to continue this game and extra content.

[mistacorn]

Ok, just wanted to make sure you know the Frank thing wasn't limited to booze, in case it made a difference in what/where you were looking to fix it.

As for the rack, I went in there at least 5 times before I even saw it, much less get close enough to tell there was something on it.
Not saying the location needs to change again. Both locations make sense.

BTW, am I the only one who wants to take Katherine into the mystery room, close the door, and wildly hump her while she's bent over the desk?

Yes, there are a few things to correct with Frank. I have been working on him, and he should be much better next build. I do like Katherine the best also.

[mistacorn]

thanks for the update.
It's very nice.
I had to retry 4 times before getting rid of Frank aha
And I was a bit disapointed to get more lol.

Your game is to me, very very enjoying and a renew in all the games that already exist.
I hope you are going to continue this game and extra content.

Thank you! Yes, I intend to continue with it, and I have some ideas for other games with the same engine down the road.

[xviii]

I can't figure out how to get the last drink for Ashley either.

I actually still have a drink (rum and coke) that I found under the TV. I never gave it to stephanie and instead gave her the red and white wine.

Was I supposed to not pick up the drink until they asked? If so that seems like a bug.

The other thing I thought might work is trapping frank in a room like the garage as the door is still sparkling like it can be used, but it can't. Same deal with the study.

Other than that the new mechanics and pathfinding (I didn't try the last release) are big improvements, very nice work. It makes a lot of sense what you said about learning from this game rather than re doing everything. I also appreciate the less serious approach you are going for, although I was unsure if this was intentional with the alphas, now it somewhat comes together to work in the beta with everything that can happen. That said I'm glad to hear that you are both looking at an expanded world and some more intimate/private situations for upcoming games.

EDIT:

Ok so I just took the drinks when Frank was out of the room, which still made him try to fight me (as normal) but he was bugged and just ended up facing the wall near the thermostat in a fight stance. This way I could get all the drinks and give ashley the one she wanted. I wondered if that was it, so talked to brittney who asked if I had got ashley the drink yet. Then talking to ashley it was the end of her content. Is all this normal? I'm guessing the frank bug isn't but no idea about the rest or how I'm supposed to get ashley the right drink properly.

Haha, no you were supposed to use another method to get rid of Frank, but nice exploit catch! I will update the story so that that isn't possible moving forward. You're missing out on a really fun part of the game. When you get to the garage, look around and see what you can interact with in there, and think about how to use that to your advantage to get rid of Frank.

In trying to find what I missed I made Madison bug out. After getting her pants off I clicked quickly again to try and talk to her to give her the compliment. The dialogue disappeared and I couldn't bring up any interact options with her. Interacting with other characters will reset it so that I can see the circle menu with madison but selecting talk does nothing...

EDIT: I found what I have to do but did it at the wrong time. Unfortunately on my third attempt there was another bug: Frank fought Patrick in the kitchen and got knocked him out in the corner between the door to the lounge and the seat. Problem is that frank kept trying to fight him after he was knocked out, so I couldn't talk to him. He then proceeded to make himself fall over and got stuck on his back. I managed to free frank by walking behind him but now I can't interact with him even though he's no longer in the fighting stance...

So I did it, but it didn't get me anything new. I'm at the end of the content with all the girls excepr Brittney since she just talks about getting Ashley a drink (already got her one) but Ashley says she is at the end of her content. Anything I'm missing or is that it for now?

[mistacorn]

EDIT:

Ok so I just took the drinks when Frank was out of the room, which still made him try to fight me (as normal) but he was bugged and just ended up facing the wall near the thermostat in a fight stance. This way I could get all the drinks and give ashley the one she wanted. I wondered if that was it, so talked to brittney who asked if I had got ashley the drink yet. Then talking to ashley it was the end of her content. Is all this normal? I'm guessing the frank bug isn't but no idea about the rest or how I'm supposed to get ashley the right drink properly.

Haha, no you were supposed to use another method to get rid of Frank, but nice exploit catch! I will update the story so that that isn't possible moving forward. You're missing out on a really fun part of the game. When you get to the garage, look around and see what you can interact with in there, and think about how to use that to your advantage to get rid of Frank.

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In trying to find what I missed I made Madison bug out. After getting her pants off I clicked quickly again to try and talk to her to give her the compliment. The dialogue disappeared and I couldn't bring up any interact options with her. Interacting with other characters will reset it so that I can see the circle menu with madison but selecting talk does nothing...

EDIT: I found what I have to do but did it at the wrong time. Unfortunately on my third attempt there was another bug: Frank fought Patrick in the kitchen and got knocked him out in the corner between the door to the lounge and the seat. Problem is that frank kept trying to fight him after he was knocked out, so I couldn't talk to him. He then proceeded to make himself fall over and got stuck on his back. I managed to free frank by walking behind him but now I can't interact with him even though he's no longer in the fighting stance...

So I did it, but it didn't get me anything new. I'm at the end of the content with all the girls excepr Brittney since she just talks about getting Ashley a drink (already got her one) but Ashley says she is at the end of her content. Anything I'm missing or is that it for now?[/quote]

Yes, you're missing getting rid of Patrick but because he bugged, you weren't able to complete it. I have fixed him bugging out in the new version. I may put out a small update soon just to stabilize him and a few other things.

[xviii]

Sorry I meant that I started a new play through after frank bugged fighting patrick. I 'got rid' of patrick like always and got all the girls to tell me that this is the end of their content for now except Brittney, who's progress is dependent on Ashley so can't progress. That's it for now, right?