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=== When is the next version being released? === | === When is the next version being released? === | ||
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The roadmap on the [https://summertimesaga.com/news official website news page] shows the content planned for the next updates and the current development of the upcoming one according to the different tasks assigned to the team. | The roadmap on the [https://summertimesaga.com/news official website news page] shows the content planned for the next updates and the current development of the upcoming one according to the different tasks assigned to the team. | ||
| + | === Will my save files carry over to the next update? === | ||
| + | The answer is no, it cannot. Unfortunately the engine deals very poorly with handling old save files compatibility. A lot of things get changed each update and it conflicts with the save file information. It is the reason why the development team added a cheat mode option when starting a new game and why they provide ''exceptionally'' a full save when ''some'' updates are released. Please read [[Getting started#Save games and persistent data file|this section]] to learn how to load a save file. | ||
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=== How I know what to do in the game? === | === How I know what to do in the game? === | ||
First take a look at the hints available {{nowrap|in‐game}} on the main character's smartphone. For further help, the [[Walkthrough]] articles detail each route step by step, with requirements and quest objects. The [[Cookie jar]] article provides you with the scenes for each character and how to unlock them. Finally, the [[characters]]' pages reveal their habits as well as a brief list of their events without too much spoiling. Specific articles on the [[minigames]] will also give you many gameplay tips. | First take a look at the hints available {{nowrap|in‐game}} on the main character's smartphone. For further help, the [[Walkthrough]] articles detail each route step by step, with requirements and quest objects. The [[Cookie jar]] article provides you with the scenes for each character and how to unlock them. Finally, the [[characters]]' pages reveal their habits as well as a brief list of their events without too much spoiling. Specific articles on the [[minigames]] will also give you many gameplay tips. | ||
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Again the hint system must display what is completed, or remove the character whose story is finished. But several events can still be played, such as the possibility of making the character [[Getting started#Pregnancy|pregnant]]. So the [[cookie jar]] is the best way to verify that you have not missed any scene. | Again the hint system must display what is completed, or remove the character whose story is finished. But several events can still be played, such as the possibility of making the character [[Getting started#Pregnancy|pregnant]]. So the [[cookie jar]] is the best way to verify that you have not missed any scene. | ||
| + | === Who's the trap? === | ||
| + | Stop asking. | ||
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| + | == Helping == | ||
=== I've found a bug. How do I report it? === | === I've found a bug. How do I report it? === | ||
''Summertime Saga'' has its own [[bugtracker]] on [https://bugs.kompasproductions.com/my_view_page.php Kompas Bugtracker]. Only Patrons can post new bug reports. Always make a search through existing reports using filters before writing a new one. There is a good chance that the issue has already been reported. | ''Summertime Saga'' has its own [[bugtracker]] on [https://bugs.kompasproductions.com/my_view_page.php Kompas Bugtracker]. Only Patrons can post new bug reports. Always make a search through existing reports using filters before writing a new one. There is a good chance that the issue has already been reported. | ||
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The ''Summertime Saga'' development team is currently not looking for new member. The game translation should be launched soon, so stay informed by the Patreon page if you are interested. The wiki still needs attention, don't hesitate to participate, your help will always be welcome! | The ''Summertime Saga'' development team is currently not looking for new member. The game translation should be launched soon, so stay informed by the Patreon page if you are interested. The wiki still needs attention, don't hesitate to participate, your help will always be welcome! | ||
| + | == Streams == | ||
=== How often does DarkCookie stream? === | === How often does DarkCookie stream? === | ||
The creator and main artist of ''Summertime Saga'' usually streams from Monday to Friday, and begins around 3:00 PM [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastern_Time_Zone Eastern Time Zone]. You can follow him on [https://picarto.tv/DarkCookie Picarto] and have a notification sent to you via email every time he is ready to draw in public. | The creator and main artist of ''Summertime Saga'' usually streams from Monday to Friday, and begins around 3:00 PM [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastern_Time_Zone Eastern Time Zone]. You can follow him on [https://picarto.tv/DarkCookie Picarto] and have a notification sent to you via email every time he is ready to draw in public. | ||
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The 12 most recent broadcasts are available on DarkCookie's Picarto page in the Videos section. Older stream archives are stored on the official website [https://my.kompasproductions.com/vods VODs page]. | The 12 most recent broadcasts are available on DarkCookie's Picarto page in the Videos section. Older stream archives are stored on the official website [https://my.kompasproductions.com/vods VODs page]. | ||
=== With what does DarkCookie draw? === | === With what does DarkCookie draw? === | ||
The main artist uses [[wikipedia:Adobe Photoshop|Photoshop]] as editor, and a Wacom Intuos Pro Medium graphic tablet. | The main artist uses [[wikipedia:Adobe Photoshop|Photoshop]] as editor, and a Wacom Intuos Pro Medium graphic tablet. | ||
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Revision as of 14:33, 19 June 2019
Updates
When is the next version being released?
Soon™
What do the updates contain?
The Summertime Saga development team provides two types of updates alternately: major ones are dedicated to the stories of new characters and their entourages, in an order established by the votes of Patreon contributors; minor updates focus on shorter stories in addition to existing routes.
What is the content and the progression of the next update?
The roadmap on the official website news page shows the content planned for the next updates and the current development of the upcoming one according to the different tasks assigned to the team.
Will my save files carry over to the next update?
The answer is no, it cannot. Unfortunately the engine deals very poorly with handling old save files compatibility. A lot of things get changed each update and it conflicts with the save file information. It is the reason why the development team added a cheat mode option when starting a new game and why they provide exceptionally a full save when some updates are released. Please read this section to learn how to load a save file.
Content
How I know what to do in the game?
First take a look at the hints available in‐game on the main character's smartphone. For further help, the Walkthrough articles detail each route step by step, with requirements and quest objects. The Cookie jar article provides you with the scenes for each character and how to unlock them. Finally, the characters' pages reveal their habits as well as a brief list of their events without too much spoiling. Specific articles on the minigames will also give you many gameplay tips.
I'm stuck in the game! Can you help me?
As for the previous question, the first thing to do is to check the hints given in‐game and talk to the other characters. Play back the previous steps indicated in the Walkthrough article and make sure you have the requirements (stats, objects or else) to progress further. If you are still lost despite all the efforts, you can get assistance in the #help channel on the Summertime Saga Discord.
When do I know I've completed the content?
Again the hint system must display what is completed, or remove the character whose story is finished. But several events can still be played, such as the possibility of making the character pregnant. So the cookie jar is the best way to verify that you have not missed any scene.
Who's the trap?
Stop asking.
Helping
I've found a bug. How do I report it?
Summertime Saga has its own bugtracker on Kompas Bugtracker. Only Patrons can post new bug reports. Always make a search through existing reports using filters before writing a new one. There is a good chance that the issue has already been reported.
Can I join the development team or help?
The Summertime Saga development team is currently not looking for new member. The game translation should be launched soon, so stay informed by the Patreon page if you are interested. The wiki still needs attention, don't hesitate to participate, your help will always be welcome!
Streams
How often does DarkCookie stream?
The creator and main artist of Summertime Saga usually streams from Monday to Friday, and begins around 3:00 PM Eastern Time Zone. You can follow him on Picarto and have a notification sent to you via email every time he is ready to draw in public.
How often does DarkCookie stream?
The 12 most recent broadcasts are available on DarkCookie's Picarto page in the Videos section. Older stream archives are stored on the official website VODs page.
With what does DarkCookie draw?
The main artist uses Photoshop as editor, and a Wacom Intuos Pro Medium graphic tablet.