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Release of the game

[h2]✨Hello B.E.S.T.I.E.S! ✨[/h2][p]We’re now exactly one week away from the official release of B.E.S.T (August 29, 2025)!
After more than two years of development, early access, and your amazing feedback, the adventure is about to hit a major milestone.[/p][p][/p][h3]🔥 Big news: B.E.S.T will be playable on Steam Deck at launch[/h3][p]We’ve worked hard to optimize the experience, and we’re excited to announce that Steam has officially given the game the “Playable” label.
That means you’ll be able to enjoy the full adventure — whether you’re at home or on the go.[/p][p][/p][h3]📅 Coming with the release[/h3]

• [p]Episode 5 complete, marking the end of early access.[/p]
• [p]New music, technical improvements, and balance updates.[/p]
• [p]Save files fully compatible for returning players.[/p][p][/p]

[h2]❤️ Thank you[/h2][p]Your support throughout early access has allowed us to keep pushing the game further.
And this isn’t the end: the story continues with Episode 6 already in the works![/p][p]Here’s a little gift for you :)[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]👉 See you on August 29 for the official release!
Until then, tell us: will you be playing on PC or Steam Deck? 🎮[/h2]

[h2]Hey B.E.S.T.I.E.S ![/h2][p][/p][p]Here we are: 30 days to go before the official release of B.E.S.T on August 29, 2025. That’s huge for us — more than two years of development, passion, struggles, and incredible moments with all of you.[/p][p]But today, we want to take a moment to talk to you openly and honestly.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]📊 Development Status[/h3][p][/p][p]Episode 5 is nearly done. We're wrapping up the final scene, translations are in progress, and we're polishing the last technical adjustments.[/p][p]We’re also working hard on:[/p]

• [p]The next episode,[/p]
• [p]Steam Deck performance,[/p]
• [p]Save file stability for returning players.[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]⚠️ The Challenges We’re Facing[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p]Lately, our biggest challenge hasn’t been technical… but political.[/p][p]A wave of censorship has started affecting many narrative games — especially those with adult content, even when it’s mild or story-driven.[/p][p]We’ve received multiple warning signs: reduced visibility, geo-blocking in certain countries, even sudden bans — often with no clear explanation from the platforms.[/p][p]And yet, B.E.S.T is far from being a porn game. It’s a story. A universe. Complex characters. A mix of romance, strategy, and social dynamics.[/p][p]But nowadays, that alone is enough to trigger problems, especially when the rules are vague… or just plain unclear.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]🧩 So What Happens Next?[/h3][p][/p][p]We’re doing everything we can to keep B.E.S.T available in the form you know and love — without compromise.[/p][p]But let’s be honest: 🎭 The future is a bit uncertain.[/p][p]We’re exploring different options — but one thing is clear: we’re not giving up.[/p][p]B.E.S.T wasn’t supposed to go beyond this arc. It was a one-shot, originally. But your support, the characters, the world, and everything we’ve built together made us want to go further. Deeper. Bigger.[/p][p]We’ve seen the questions on the forums about a sequel or a “Season 2.”[/p][p]Let’s clear a few things up:[/p]

• [p]The price of the game will not change. This was an Early Access project shaped by your feedback — and we’re staying true to that.[/p]
• [p]The future is uncertain. A month before launch, we don’t even know if we’ll be able to release the full version without interference. So making long-term plans is risky.[/p]

[p]BUT — we’ve talked to players about what some would call a “Season 2.”[/p][p]We’re not fond of that term. If the B.E.S.T is over, then the game is over. Instead, we think in terms of story arcs.[/p][p]If we decide to continue the story — a new chapter, a new challenge — it would be in a new, upgraded engine, with proper 4K support, better features, and all the lessons learned from this development.[/p][p]We won’t be making paid DLC for B.E.S.T. It doesn’t make sense right now, especially with the risks we’re facing.[/p][p]Again: we have no idea what’s coming. So for now, we’re focused on one thing only — releasing the full version.[/p][p]The rest — including a possible Episode 6 — will depend entirely on how well the release goes, and what the platform climate looks like afterward.[/p][p]We’re even considering a “censored” version for general audiences, just to be safe…[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]💬 What You Can Do[/h3][p][/p][p]If you enjoy the game — if you’ve liked the story, the characters, or just the general vibe — your support matters now more than ever:[/p]

• [p]Leaving a review on Steam, even a short one, helps a lot. We're currently at 79% positive, and we’re just one percent away from reaching "Very Positive" — a huge milestone before launch.[/p]
• [p]Join us on Discord and share your thoughts about what you want to see next — or how you think we should handle this situation.[/p][p][/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]❤️ Thank You[/h3][p][/p][p]Thank you for being here. Thank you for your patience. Thank you for your feedback and trust.[/p][p]We’ve had doubts. We’ve struggled. But we’ve never stopped wanting to finish this game the way it deserves to be finished.[/p][p]We’ll see you on August 29. Until then, take care — and keep being the BEST 🏆[/p][p]— The Dolydev Team[/p]

[p]Hi B.E.S.T.I.E.S![/p][p]We are proud to deliver you the next episode and the end of the early access for the end of august ![/p][p]We really hope you will love what we have prepared ![/p][p]We will give you more informations in the next weeks ![/p][p]See you soon ![/p][p]Dolyla[/p]

[p]Hey B.E.S.T.I.E.S 🌞[/p][p]I hope you’re doing great! With summer just around the corner, we wish you lots of chill evenings, fun times, and sunny adventures ahead. 😎[/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][p][/p][p]Today, we’ve hit a new little milestone: 250 reviews on Steam, with 78% positive at the time of writing! We’re getting closer and closer to that coveted “Very Positive” rating at 80%, and we’re holding on tight![/p][p]🙏 If you’ve enjoyed the game and want to support us, leaving a short review means the world to us. It doesn’t cost a thing, but it makes a huge difference for visibility and encouragement.[/p][hr][/hr][p]🎮 Ongoing improvements[/p][p]We’re working hard to improve various aspects of the game while continuing the main story.[/p][p]For instance, those of you who got the Walkthrough Mod will now find a new icon-based interface, replacing the previous text-based one. It’s much more visual and easier to understand what each choice leads to.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]We’ve also updated the stat tracking box in the early chapters to be clearer and more intuitive.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][p][/p][p]Let us know what you think![/p][hr][/hr][p]🛠 Development progress[/p][p]The second part of Episode 5 is coming along well. Many renders and animations are already done, and we’re currently coding the rest.[/p][p]To avoid translation delays like we had for part 1, we’ll be sending the texts ahead of time to the translators, even before all visuals are finalized. That way, we aim to release the update before the end of summer.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]⏱ A personal sprint behind the scenes[/p][p]Right now, we’re juggling a lot — with family commitments, the upcoming birth of our third child, and our two kids home for summer vacation, every day is a race against time! 😅[/p][p]Since we don’t have a “backup team,” every single part of the game depends directly on our time and energy.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]💰 A game fully powered by your support[/p][p]This game has been entirely self-funded, with no public grants or external investment. It lives thanks to your early access support and your trust. ❤️[/p][p]But after a year and a half of self-funding, we’ve reached the point where we can’t sustain development much longer without a full release.[/p][p]So we’ve made a big decision:
The next update will mark the official release of the game and the end of Early Access.[/p][p]We truly hope it lives up to your expectations — and that it helps launch the game the way it deserves![/p][hr][/hr][p]🎨 And now... time to get back to my renders. Gabriella’s waiting for me in the massage room 😏[/p][p]Thanks again for everything, and see you very soon for more news![/p][p]– Dolyla[/p]