Our Life: N&F Release Structure Poll


Hello!

It’s me, GB. I’ve been doing some thinking and have an important poll for all of you. I’ve gone on record to say there was something I didn’t ever plan on, but I’m reconsidering it. I want to know what players think of Our Life: Now & Forever releasing Step by Step instead of waiting for Steps 1, 2, and 3 to be completed before launch. 

Google Form Poll Link

Honestly, things have been extremely upsetting with the state of the world. I’ve been stressed about it, wanting to do something that could comfort or reassure anyone, just lift people’s spirits a little. Having to accept that OL: N&F is not gonna be out any time this year has felt worse and worse every day. Though, players aren’t being unkind about it. Everyone’s been understanding; it’s my own internal anxiety troubling me. But that’s why I’m considering changing the release structure of the game. If getting to experience all of Step 1 in five or six months and Step 2 at the end of 2025 would be a positive development, then we’re gonna do that.

I’m a little self-conscious and think people need the whole growing up experience to be sold on the OL games. That’s a major reason I’ve not considered an episodic launch. But I think our player base knows the series well enough to decide for themselves if they’d rather play just a single Step or hold off on the game until more is done.

But the early access versions of Steps 1 and 2 would have some bells and whistles missing. Not all the MC Doll customization options would be included, a more advanced MC Detail system that listed things like if you’re good in school and if you have a bad relationship with your mom likely wouldn’t be there either, etc.

And another reason I tend to avoid early access is because it’s helpful for developers to gain income to finish the game. OL: N&F doesn’t need that. It’s already fully funded. I wouldn’t want players to buy DLCs at a bad time thinking they’ve gotta support this early access build.

So, there’s things to consider. I did think it was at least worth floating, whether it ends up happening or not. Please feel free to vote in the poll and comment any thoughts/opinions you have. The poll will close on Saturday February 15th.

The episodic launch will have to be the clear winner for us to switch to that. If people are split on it or don’t care either way, we’ll stick with the original plan of launching Steps 1-3 together.

Take care, everybody 💖

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As much as I need that stress reliever and positive vibes and sane things to read right now lol, honestly I don’t mind either way, and experiencing it all at once is nice too.. Honestly I’ll leave it up to the other pollers lol. Been here off and on since before Our life: B&A was fully released.. ( Actually a little upset you couldn’t finish the story by getting married unless paying, kind of felt void after completing the whole game.. And being unable to actually marry them without paying for it. I’d love it if that didn’t happen here? But I understand if its needed. :) )

I don't mind ether way! I really love your game and cant wait to play it whenever its out! Happy to help anyway I can! Take care of yourself and  keep making an amazing game!

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I don't mind waiting at all, seeing the entire piece all together will be well worth it. Please take your time and don't feel guilty about it! <3

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I've been here since 2022, which isn't that long compared to others. What's another year XD Take your time and we hope you're as happy with the product as we will be <3

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I am very much okay with waiting because I want to experience the game for what it's meant to be, not some shell of what it's gonna be. I want the fun little detail of how well I do in school to actually have a consequence or dialogue about it or for the (jealous of) (not jealous of) and (envious of) to be a mechanic and ect. So please take all the time you need to finish the game.

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oh but do keep us updated on what's going on please, cause I legit check both Itch and Steam to see if there is any new, news every day.

They actually used to do daily updates on twitter until this january! Now they'll be doing 2 updates per month I think. One half way through the month and the other at the end of the month

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I really like this game that's why I'm willing to wait the necessary time for it to be completed, also I consider that it's better that the creators take their time to make a good game so don't worry and do what you consider. Take care💝🥰

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I'm okay with any choice you make. I can always wait the time you need to be satisfied with your game. But i understand why you want to release the game step by step. And i won't lie saying i'm not happy about the though of playing your game now. So, just do whatever options you are the most comfortable with. Do what you really want. ^-^

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Pour ma part, attendre n'est pas un problème, avec les quelques mise a jour que nous avons eu, je suis déjà satisfait et je préfère attendre que le jeux soit totalement terminé avant d'y jouer. Alors tu peux prendre ton temps, je suis sur que les autres seront aussi compréhensif et je suis aussi sur que le projet finale sera juste masterclass. Alors plein de courage et de force❤️

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I have always followed this project with the knowledge that it would not be released until steps 1-3 were complete, so ultimately it wouldn't make a big difference if you decided to stick with the original plan! I think a step-by-step release could be a fun experience too, but it's not an expectation.

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At first I was thinking that would be a good idea to spread out the releases, but with the knowledge that early access will be missing some pieces I think I would rather wait for the full game to come out. Better to have the full experience in one go.

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I fully agree

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I personally dont mind waiting at all.

I genuinely dont even feel a BIT of impatience, cuz I know it will all be worth it. I can imagine how timeconsuming making a game heavily based on desisions can be. I also know that y'all need breaks too and are working hard.

So yeah, Id rather to wait for the game to be released in one go. One of the reasons also being that I personally will become impatient when I experience a big portion of the game thats not fully completed 😭 (that's cuz I love it SM.) I havent been playing the extended demos because of that too :'] (another reason being I wanna go in the full game "blind")

Ill stop here- just take care of yourself and do what you think is best!!

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I adore these games with all my heart, and being able to play a fully finished version of Step 1 after supporting this series for so long would be pretty awesome. I think waiting in between steps would be a really fun way to experience the story, and it would make discussion of the game fun too! As always, it's whatever the devs think would be best and is within their ability, but OL:N&F would be the best pick me up of the century❤️

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Take your time, I would rather wait. Stay healthy!

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I would personally rather wait and have it all completed at once. Don’t stress about it too much! I’m sure the majority of us don’t mind waiting while you take your time

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I feel like there isnt much to say because everything i wanted to say has already been said by other but i feel the need to say this from person to person rather than from player to game dev, taking care of yourself and doing what your comfortable with should be above all else, i feel as though im not wrong to say that the entire community just wants you to be good and comfortable while doing this, so for me, im going to say the exact same as everyone which is, do what your most comfortable with because we will all understand and be there to support you with anything ( that aside the point that missmemoir and mc toast made is a really cool and wholesome idea)

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I am With the side With the Most votes, However i'd appreciate it if you can do the thing you are the Most comfortable with, and most of all stay safe y'all

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stay healthy and take care of yourself GB, and everyone who works on this game. You guys deserve to rest for a while and take a breather!

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Personally, I don't mind waiting for the whole thing to be finished (I tend to wait for EA titles to be done or mostly-done before I take a proper look at them anyway, and I held off on your first game until you put a ribbon on it).                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

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I think the episodic launch would be really helpful in terms of development. You could focus on one step and make sure it’s polished to what you believe is the best and then get feedback from us on the step. And as MissMemoir mentioned, the episodic release would work well in terms of story too as each new real life episode could be seen as the passage of time between in game steps. Just know that whatever way you choose to release this game that we will all be supporting you, and will love the product you release.

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I don't mind as waiting for each step to come out will be similar to the characters going through the passage of time. Although if you think releasing it all at once allows for a higher quality game then I'm all for it. Whatever is healthier for the dev team. Thanks for your hard work!

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