Captive Notes — September Dispatches (Devlog)

[p]A little blue parrot told us we were too overprotective of our WIPs... oops! But we hear you loud and clear and will work to loosen up some of our yandere grips on what's been cooking—even before integrating those WIPs into AI2U's upcoming version updates.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]We want the yanderes' homes to be your own, which is why our designers are working like their lives depend on it to bring that darling vision to life. 💖🔪 Read on to see what's in store in the future.[/p][p][/p][h2]Neighboring Hints[/h2][p]Senpais often wonder how Eddie can afford such a spacious and fancy apartment in what seems to be a major metropolitan area. While her digs have gone through several iterations, our designers want to ensure the surroundings reflect as much of the story—and its mystery—as possible too.[/p][p]
[/p][p][/p][p]In V.0.5.6, such details included enhancing the lobby and stairway areas. In a future update, you'll notice new details added across the hall from Eddie's apartment, contributing even more to the enigmatic mystery you find yourself waking up to each time you visit her level.[/p][p][/p][h2]Cabin Exteriors[/h2][p]Even after its recent metamorphosis, Elysia's cabin revamp is still simmering in its cauldron. Players can expect a more inviting vibe when they step into the outdoorsy parts of her home—including the corridors connecting its chambers and whatever is awaiting outside the premises. We hear some a-maze-ing changes will provide a visual enhancement and reintroduce a familiar challenge more fairly.[/p][p]With any luck, her doorstep will be Halloween-ready in a way that screams "my yandere AI witch waifu was expecting you." For now, enjoy the stunning concepts that will inspire what’s to come.[/p][p]
[/p][p]Before we yap our hearts off on this—make sure you're part of the pioneer senpais whose voice shapes upcoming design choices and get one of the first-ever teasers of level 4 by voting in our short survey posted here.[/p][p]Our longtime senpais know it's been nearly a whole year since we introduced Estelle's Cosmic Funeral (aka Level 3) and their calculations make her proud! Between building the Atrium, refining the AI, and various quality of life enhancements leading up to (and continuing after) our Steam early access release, rest assured that level 4 is getting the same obsessive care poured into its creation.[/p][p]We promised to loosen our yandere paws off this precious mystery, so in true puzzle-adventure-escape-room fashion—and to honor how we first teased Estelle last year—we'll leave you with a number of silhouettes to keep you pondering what lies ahead:[/p][p]
[/p][p]Welp, we already got too comfortable dropping hints. Drop your best guesses in the comments and tell us what you hope to see more of next time![/p]