Ok but first off the game is great, I loved it, I love the interactions between tommy and our demon (or well maybe the ones I choose) and the amount of customization you can do to it, but I have a question...were you prepared for somebody to name the demon Ares? Honestly if I was you I would also expect it who wouldn't name a demon Ares is like the best name out there for one (In retrospect I think I made the most stereotypical demon-looking guy but give me faith)
This game is really really awesome so far! I'm impressed at the sheer amount of effort put into just the first part of the IF. The coding, the customization options, the aesthetics, awesome!! I'm at the Miss Stella shop part. Though I noticed when I tried to save it gave me an error, though I figured that wasn't too bad. Until I tried to save to disk and realized that was also giving me an error! The autosave kind of lags behind, and I like my freedom with my save points, so hopefully this can be fixed soon! Unless the error's on my end I suppose?
Here's the error. It appears to be the same one for both the save button and the save to disk button.
Thank you! And interesting, I'll look into this. So, to confirm/claridy, when you click the save button it doesn't save and gives you this error instead? Also, what do you mean by the autosave lags behind? Like is the game lagging when trying to autosave or is it autosaving to a place that isn't where it should be? Also what browser do you use?
Sorry for late reply! And yes, it does not create a save nor will it save to disk and just gives me that error. And by autosave lagging I mean it's usually a page or two behind the one I'm on. I assume the autosave just saves every time a certain amount of time passes, not every time a choice is made or the IF continues to the next page. This isn't actually a problem, as I assume this is how the autosave is intended to work, I just mentioned it so you'd know why I wasn't just using the autosave, as I prefer manual saves is all.
I like Tommy but I literally want to strangle him after he made me into Zorlok because right now my character is like a hissy, sopping wet cat in the rain. Great writing!
Holy crap, okay, this was such a fucking ride and I love it. I named my demon's alias 'Magdalene' thinking nothing of it, and Tommy actually pointed it out! I was not expecting that! Makes me wonder what other names I can put that gets different responses.
You've really thought of everything, author, bless
The writing is good and the music adds to the atmosphere, but up to the point I read you have more control over Tommy than Zorlok. Even though the synopsis makes it clear that you are supposed to play as Zorlok.
To be honest it feels like Tommy is supposed to be the main POV character.
Edit: What I wrote above only applies to the prologue ^_^
At the start of Episode 1 you are in Zorlok's POV and I also would not change it because the way the reveal is written is really cool.
Yeah, as the rest of the game comes out you'll play more as Zorlok. Tommy is the POV character for the prologue, which is most of what's been released at this point, but that's it.
Oof tommy is so accidentally infuriating. I like the kid but i also simultaneously want to zip his mouth shut. He's giving my poor demon a headache 😭 kid is a walking trouble magnet and i can't wait for my mc to be in complete denial about caring for him later 🤣♥️
This game is awesome. I know it's just the prologue, but I am loving it already! I especially like the the way you're coding it, there are many (fun and interesting) choices in the game and they are incorporated into the writing in a very even, fluid engaging way. (If you know what I mean). Oh and the music! I especially love the main theme. Anyway, I think I've gone on long enough. I am very intrigued, I will wait patiently for the first chapter.
I WAITED THREE YEARS FOR THIS WE ARE SO BACK!!!!!!! i'll comment more but for now i just want to say you're a genius for having the tone tag indicator thing. this is genuinely such a lifesaver I CANT WAIT TO PLAY!!!
I decided to play through this again when I remembered that the demo was rereleased with some changes and WOW did it not disappoint. I actually really feel bad for the demon (before Zorlok) because from the beginning they were really chill and just talking to Tommy, especially the questioning scene. It was like they were really bonding and it genuinely made me distressed seeing the demon's whole identity and memories being erased. And the betrayal they felt when Tommy unknowingly made those changes!
In the original demo, there wasn't any sort of that bonding moment (from what I remember), it was just a contract gone wrong and the demon being a stereotypical demon who would take advantage of Tommy. But this demon actually really made me feel a connection and man, it must have gutted Tommy to realize that Zorlok isn't just a random name, it's a name that holds an identity in Tommy's head that the contract clung to and changed the demon.
I'm hoping that the demon isn't too pissed off at Tommy but then again, their entire identity was erased for that moment. I'm hoping they went into hibernation or is watching everything from inside their body watching over the entire fiasco because then it would soothe my heart. Aaaa I'm so looking forward to July 13th! I hope we get to have more scenes of Zorlok and Tommy navigating this confusing part because without the knowledgable and experienced demon, they're literally newborn babies.
2yrs ago i thought this was the best if game i've ever played, today it's even better. i'm crying. i have tears in my eyes. it was so worth the wait, thank you so much
NOOOOO WHY DOES IT HAVE TO BE A DEMO, AND WHY AM I (Tommy) SO STUPID, NOW ZORLOK IS IN PAIN NOOOOO (this was an awesome game and the writing was amazing! Gotta love it. But also-) NOOO IT HAD TO ME A CLIFFHANGER NOOOO.
First of all, amazing writing. Honestly better than some actual books I've read. Additionally, the amount of customization really surprised me, especially the fact that it all actually affected dialogue. The minuscule details of glasses and claws being the only abnormal features that I chose each had their own line, it makes me want to just replay the customization to see what other unique lines I could get.
Wow...just...wow. I never thought that just the prologue of a game would be so entertaining. The world-building has been great, you set out a clear (albeit unorthodox) objective, and fairly extensive customization options. I'm excited to see how this will go so please, despite what anyone might say, don't feel pressured to get out a new update when you still have concerns.
I only learned of this webtoon a few weeks ago from an anonymous fan suggesting it to me (I honestly don't read webtoons, there's just other things that draw my attention more). So, I'm not sure if this is meant as an accusation that this is stealing a concept from that story or if it's merely an observation, but I feel the need to point out either way that stories take inspiration from each other all the time (to that point, I am sure that webtoon, like my story, is inspired by Faustian pacts but that doesn't mean we're both stealing from Dr. Faustus). Even if I had read this webtoon and decided to write this (which is not the case) then cool. Who cares? There's a lot of other stories that did inspire this one, and I'd be happy to talk about that if you (or anyone else) is curious. :)
Yeah, they might not be, and I hope that my response didn't sound harsh or anything, but that's a sentiment/critique I've seen a lot online and really can't tell their intent with the text available. And thank you, there's more content on its way soon :)
I didn't mean it as an accusation, I'm sorry if it came off that way. I was only pointing out the similar feel it had, as it's one of my favorite webtoons. I'm looking forward to more updates! The writing so far is great, and the dynamic Tommy has with the demon sets it apart from other IF's I've read.
Zorlok is the MC and the one who's perspective the rest of the story will be told from, though there may be sections in the future (like the prologue) that allow the player to see Tommy's perspective. Those would most likely be flashbacks, specials, or Zorlok looking through Tommy's eyes (via their bond).
Honestly I'm a big fan of the new prologue. Other than just the fact that I think it's better, it feels a lot more in line with Tommy I think. He doesn't basically erase someone for his own sake, instead it's all cause of 1 single sentence basically that was a pure accident.
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This was a lot of fun!
Ok but first off the game is great, I loved it, I love the interactions between tommy and our demon (or well maybe the ones I choose) and the amount of customization you can do to it, but I have a question...were you prepared for somebody to name the demon Ares? Honestly if I was you I would also expect it who wouldn't name a demon Ares is like the best name out there for one (In retrospect I think I made the most stereotypical demon-looking guy but give me faith)
My hell hound: GREG
Amazing, I love Greg
This game is really really awesome so far! I'm impressed at the sheer amount of effort put into just the first part of the IF. The coding, the customization options, the aesthetics, awesome!! I'm at the Miss Stella shop part. Though I noticed when I tried to save it gave me an error, though I figured that wasn't too bad. Until I tried to save to disk and realized that was also giving me an error! The autosave kind of lags behind, and I like my freedom with my save points, so hopefully this can be fixed soon! Unless the error's on my end I suppose?
Here's the error. It appears to be the same one for both the save button and the save to disk button.
Thank you! And interesting, I'll look into this. So, to confirm/claridy, when you click the save button it doesn't save and gives you this error instead? Also, what do you mean by the autosave lags behind? Like is the game lagging when trying to autosave or is it autosaving to a place that isn't where it should be? Also what browser do you use?
Sorry for late reply! And yes, it does not create a save nor will it save to disk and just gives me that error. And by autosave lagging I mean it's usually a page or two behind the one I'm on. I assume the autosave just saves every time a certain amount of time passes, not every time a choice is made or the IF continues to the next page. This isn't actually a problem, as I assume this is how the autosave is intended to work, I just mentioned it so you'd know why I wasn't just using the autosave, as I prefer manual saves is all.
Loved the update! Super excited for more!
I like Tommy but I literally want to strangle him after he made me into Zorlok because right now my character is like a hissy, sopping wet cat in the rain. Great writing!
Holy crap, okay, this was such a fucking ride and I love it. I named my demon's alias 'Magdalene' thinking nothing of it, and Tommy actually pointed it out! I was not expecting that! Makes me wonder what other names I can put that gets different responses.
You've really thought of everything, author, bless
The writing is good and the music adds to the atmosphere, but up to the point I read you have more control over Tommy than Zorlok. Even though the synopsis makes it clear that you are supposed to play as Zorlok.
To be honest it feels like Tommy is supposed to be the main POV character.
Edit: What I wrote above only applies to the prologue ^_^
At the start of Episode 1 you are in Zorlok's POV and I also would not change it because the way the reveal is written is really cool.
Yeah, as the rest of the game comes out you'll play more as Zorlok. Tommy is the POV character for the prologue, which is most of what's been released at this point, but that's it.
I continued reading and I ended up really liking the way you handled the POV switch. I never read anything like that before in IFs.
Thank you! :)
Perfect timing for the update as I'm stuck with only my phone and essentially no internet for today. Glad to have this to read :)
>"Wait!" Worry saturates Tommy's thoughts. "Lilith? That's pretty... conspicuous. Are you sure that's the best choice?"
Damn I'm getting called out here
Oof tommy is so accidentally infuriating. I like the kid but i also simultaneously want to zip his mouth shut. He's giving my poor demon a headache 😭 kid is a walking trouble magnet and i can't wait for my mc to be in complete denial about caring for him later 🤣♥️
My wait finally ended.
This game is awesome. I know it's just the prologue, but I am loving it already! I especially like the the way you're coding it, there are many (fun and interesting) choices in the game and they are incorporated into the writing in a very even, fluid engaging way. (If you know what I mean). Oh and the music! I especially love the main theme. Anyway, I think I've gone on long enough. I am very intrigued, I will wait patiently for the first chapter.
So stoked to see this updated! The new and improved Prologue was tons of fun.
I have waited.
Patiently.
And finally, it has returned.
Zorlok has returned.
And it is better than I ever expected.
Absolute cinema.
I WAITED THREE YEARS FOR THIS WE ARE SO BACK!!!!!!!
i'll comment more but for now i just want to say you're a genius for having the tone tag indicator thing. this is genuinely such a lifesaver I CANT WAIT TO PLAY!!!
God this is so good, everything about the UI was immersive and I was so invested... dammit I knew Tommy was gonna fuck it up! UGHHHJHDKDJISJFHIAKDJ
I decided to play through this again when I remembered that the demo was rereleased with some changes and WOW did it not disappoint. I actually really feel bad for the demon (before Zorlok) because from the beginning they were really chill and just talking to Tommy, especially the questioning scene. It was like they were really bonding and it genuinely made me distressed seeing the demon's whole identity and memories being erased. And the betrayal they felt when Tommy unknowingly made those changes!
In the original demo, there wasn't any sort of that bonding moment (from what I remember), it was just a contract gone wrong and the demon being a stereotypical demon who would take advantage of Tommy. But this demon actually really made me feel a connection and man, it must have gutted Tommy to realize that Zorlok isn't just a random name, it's a name that holds an identity in Tommy's head that the contract clung to and changed the demon.
I'm hoping that the demon isn't too pissed off at Tommy but then again, their entire identity was erased for that moment. I'm hoping they went into hibernation or is watching everything from inside their body watching over the entire fiasco because then it would soothe my heart. Aaaa I'm so looking forward to July 13th! I hope we get to have more scenes of Zorlok and Tommy navigating this confusing part because without the knowledgable and experienced demon, they're literally newborn babies.
2yrs ago i thought this was the best if game i've ever played, today it's even better. i'm crying. i have tears in my eyes. it was so worth the wait, thank you so much
having to experience your consciousness and entire sense of self being erased was uhh nightmare fuel. but the demo was really good
NOOOOO WHY DOES IT HAVE TO BE A DEMO, AND WHY AM I (Tommy) SO STUPID, NOW ZORLOK IS IN PAIN NOOOOO (this was an awesome game and the writing was amazing! Gotta love it. But also-) NOOO IT HAD TO ME A CLIFFHANGER NOOOO.
First of all, amazing writing. Honestly better than some actual books I've read. Additionally, the amount of customization really surprised me, especially the fact that it all actually affected dialogue. The minuscule details of glasses and claws being the only abnormal features that I chose each had their own line, it makes me want to just replay the customization to see what other unique lines I could get.
Wow...just...wow. I never thought that just the prologue of a game would be so entertaining. The world-building has been great, you set out a clear (albeit unorthodox) objective, and fairly extensive customization options. I'm excited to see how this will go so please, despite what anyone might say, don't feel pressured to get out a new update when you still have concerns.
WHAT THE FART I LOVE THISSS
can't wait for an update.
We're so back (thoroughly enjoyed the prologue re-release as much as I did reading Zorlok the first time)
Remember kids, always read the fine print, otherwise you might lose your sense of self due to some idiotic wording.
WE ARE SOOO BACK ?!?!?!
This reminds me an awful lot of the Webtoon, Love Advice From the Great Duke of Hell.
I only learned of this webtoon a few weeks ago from an anonymous fan suggesting it to me (I honestly don't read webtoons, there's just other things that draw my attention more). So, I'm not sure if this is meant as an accusation that this is stealing a concept from that story or if it's merely an observation, but I feel the need to point out either way that stories take inspiration from each other all the time (to that point, I am sure that webtoon, like my story, is inspired by Faustian pacts but that doesn't mean we're both stealing from Dr. Faustus). Even if I had read this webtoon and decided to write this (which is not the case) then cool. Who cares? There's a lot of other stories that did inspire this one, and I'd be happy to talk about that if you (or anyone else) is curious. :)
he probably isnt. Just pointing out it has same vibes. Honestly I loved this game and I was so sad it was just a demo. I really wanted more content
Yeah, they might not be, and I hope that my response didn't sound harsh or anything, but that's a sentiment/critique I've seen a lot online and really can't tell their intent with the text available. And thank you, there's more content on its way soon :)
I didn't mean it as an accusation, I'm sorry if it came off that way.
I was only pointing out the similar feel it had, as it's one of my favorite webtoons. I'm looking forward to more updates! The writing so far is great, and the dynamic Tommy has with the demon sets it apart from other IF's I've read.
Sorry for replying to this so late, but thank you! I really appreciate that :)
Oh I love the new prologue. So hooked by the ending!
We are so back. New ending is way better than the old one, can't wait for more.
IT'S BACK!!!
Woah it's back! Super excited to replay the prologue and can't wait for more
I am so happy this is back, it's amazing and I cannot wait for more!
NO WHAT'S GOING TO HAPPEN TO THEM!?
Love the new prologue and the reason that human error causes the demon to forget instead of Tommy intentionally doing it.
soo i named the hellhound giggleshitter mcgee and made the pronouns my bbg/my bbg and i couldnt take this seriously
you are my idol
FINALLY SOME GOOD FOOD ON MY 2025 MEDIA PALETTE
Just a small question I've gad since its first release. Are we Tommy or Zorlok? Or are we going to control both?
Zorlok is the MC and the one who's perspective the rest of the story will be told from, though there may be sections in the future (like the prologue) that allow the player to see Tommy's perspective. Those would most likely be flashbacks, specials, or Zorlok looking through Tommy's eyes (via their bond).
Awwww i loved this so much!!! So glad it's back! 💖💖💖
Honestly I'm a big fan of the new prologue. Other than just the fact that I think it's better, it feels a lot more in line with Tommy I think. He doesn't basically erase someone for his own sake, instead it's all cause of 1 single sentence basically that was a pure accident.
Im actually going to cry happy tears this is the best early birthday gift ever!
I love love *LOVE* the rewrite and YVGNTVTBHUCFYHYV i just cannot say how much i love this enough!!
Cannot wait for more! (Obviously no rush at all though!!!)
Aw, thank you :) And Happy early birthday!!