Forbidden Fantasy News

A few weeks ago, I spoke with OppaiMan and f1r3 about the format of the FF2 project, and we concluded that some changes to the project's scope could be beneficial. We concluded that if we had a ratio of 75% classic VN renders in conversation scenes and 25% cinematic renders, maintaining the animations and creating a lean, user-friendly system for casual players.

With this in mind, we spent the week exploring ideas, gathering references and concepts, generating ideas, while creating a sort of GDD and simultaneously generating tests. This week, we'll continue this process, and as soon as we have something to share with you, we'll create a post explaining everything. We'll gather feedback and create an MVP to share with the community.










A WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY to Change the GAME ENGINE

Considering the possible changes in the scope of the Forbidden Fantasy 2 project, we realized that Renpy has several limitations for creating minigames and other applications. So, I spent the week researching the pros and cons of various game engines that are more robust, can improve game quality, and are cost-effective alternatives for the company.

In my view, there's a window of opportunity to reevaluate the game engine we're using. Renpy is the best alternative on the market for a pure VN, but when it comes to a mixed VN with minigames, a battle system, and RPG elements, the situation changes completely.

After several analyses, we decided to test Godot for Forbidden Fantasy: Bloodlines.

Hello, Heroes!

We’re wrapping up our pre-production, and next week we’ll finally start production on Forbidden Fantasy: Bloodlines!

Our characters are almost done, most of our environments too. The new tech is validated, and we’ve got a lot of surprises for you!

The first of them is that we’re currently investigating minigames!

One of the most common feedbacks we received on Forbidden Fantasy is that you wanted more gameplay. Our story was good, graphics and animations were great, but, you wanted something more. A bit more interaction.

We look into it, in order to see what’s possible within our budget, and we’re working on an MVP for a new battle system!

Our new battle system will mix Turn Based Combat with a Deck Builder, so think of it like a classic RPG battle with a twist! This will give you new ways to interact with the world, more things to do within the Forbidden Fantasy universe, and, more importantly, incredible battles!

We’re still validating this new system, and making sure it’s fun and within our scope, so, no promises for now. We’ll do our best to include it in the game, though, as it seems a lot of fun!

In another very important topic, we also wanted to ask your opinion about Classic Visual Novels.

Specifically, I want to know if you enjoy playing these games. Games such as Phoenix Wright, Professor Layton, Steins;Gate, Clannad, Doki Doki Literature Club, etc.

We’re looking into ways to increase our team’s output, and get content in your hands faster, and mixing this classic VN style with our current one would greatly increase our speed, as well as give us more options for different branches in the story, and, more content to you overall.

What do you think about it? Do you like these games? Would you be willing to try Forbidden Fantasy in this format too?

Let us know in the comments below!

Thank you so much for your love and support! We’re very hyped about Forbidden Fantasy: Bloodlines, and, thanks to you, we can make it a reality!

See you soon,

f1r3

Hello, Heroes!

Verena and Morgana have some new outfit suggestions — and now we want to know: which style suits them best?

You have the power to decide which looks will make these characters even more stunning on your journey through Forbidden Fantasy.

Click the link and choose your favorite styles: 👉 https://oppaiman.typeform.com/to/nHc8dVZ3

Your opinion shapes the world of the game.
Thank you for your constant support, hero!

See you soon,
OppaiMan.

🔥 Hello, Heroes! 🔥

The choices you make shape the world of Forbidden Fantasy — and now, it’s time to choose the best looks for Zhara and Fausto.

Both characters have received brand-new visual styles — and we want to know: which ones deserve a permanent place in the game?

🗳️ Vote for your favorite looks here:
https://oppaiman.typeform.com/to/N9U1TvxE

Thank you so much for walking alongside us on this adventure.
See you soon,
OppaiMan.

Hello, Heroes!

We’re making steady progress on our pre-production, and the end goal is approaching fast!

Our character’s designs are almost done, as are our environments, and now we’re polishing the last details, and validating our rigs, before we embark on our big journey.

Bloodlines is a very exciting story, and we’re giving our best to ensure our graphics and systems are ready for it!

Our team has been hard at work, and, honestly, I’m very, very impressed. When I saw the latest version of our characters, my jaw dropped. I can’t wait to see them in action!

Soon, production will begin, and it’ll be time to officially begin our next adventure!

As always, thank you so much for all your support! Forbidden Fantasy is amazing, and, without you, it wouldn’t exist! So, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you!

See you soon,

f1r3