[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]
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[/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]
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[/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]
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[/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]