v1.5b
https://arvusgames.itch.io/starmakerstory/devlog/891971/starmaker-story-15b-release
v1.5
https://arvusgames.itch.io/starmakerstory/devlog/889929/starmaker-story-15-release
1.4A Hotfix
- Resolved an issue where Nightclub events would get stuck during dances with Alice.
- Fixed the Starmaker Profile section on the home screen to display correctly.
- Corrected a bug causing Sofia’s bust to occasionally vanish during bar encounters.
- Adjusted Chloe’s quest so it now properly appears as completed in the quest log.
- Adjusted Mario’s quest so it now properly appears as completed in the quest log
v1.4
Take a break from Peak City and journey to scenic getaways packed with mini-stories! Explore sun-soaked beaches, frosty mountaintops, or even the vibrant streets of Japan. Each locale offers exciting new adventures, characters, and activities:
- Tropical Island Escape (with Anna): Enter Anna into a local beauty contest, sip cocktails at a beachside bar, or simply unwind on the shore.
- Snowy Mountain Adventure (with Anna): Build a snowman, soak in hot springs, or stop by a traditional beer tent. If you decide to go camping, beware—there’s more than just cold weather waiting for you!
- Cultural Journey to Japan (with Adrian): Navigate the bustling subway to find a maid café, visit a serene shrine, or pamper yourself at a luxury massage parlor. Strengthen your bond with Adrian as you encounter a whole new set of maps and characters.
All Weekend Trips feature MANY new scenes.
New Characters:
- Leilani: The undisputed beach queen, radiating tropical charm.
- Freya: A restless blonde unsure if this vacation is really her thing.
- Riku: The quintessential tsundere gyaru maid—spicy attitude guaranteed!
- Chihiro: A mysterious shrine maiden guarding a secret you’ll want to uncover.
- Mei: A shy Japanese housewife with hidden depths.
- Sakura: A gentle, blind masseuse with healing hands.
- Roxy: The new bold personality around the club, ready to stir things up.
And many more fresh faces await you!
New Questline: Tasha Dive into Tasha’s expanded storyline and meet several new NPCs along the way. Will you become more than friends? That choice is yours.
Map Reworks: We’ve polished multiple locations with improved lighting and particle effects for a richer, more immersive atmosphere. The Nightclub, in particular, has undergone a dramatic makeover—it’s now open from the start and will serve as a hub for future events.
New Scenes: Enjoy an array of intimate and playful new encounters, including:
- A new shower scene with Amelia
- A new kitchen scene with Anna
- A new yoga scene featuring Anna
- A new movie night variation with Anna
Interface Overhaul:
- Dynamic Text System: Experience more engaging dialogue with animated text effects.
- Faster, Smoother Transitions: Our new transitions are not only quicker but easier on the eyes.
- Progression Particles: Watch follower and subscriber milestones appear as fun particle effects.
- Fresh Wallpapers and Adjusted UI: We’ve added new wallpapers and reorganized the support buttons on the in-game desktop.
- Starmaker Trait Unlocks: Discover new traits that enhance your journey as a creator.
Bug Fixes:
- Addressed issues that blocked Amelia’s romance progression.
- Fixed sprite clipping and depth calculation errors.
- Squashed numerous smaller bugs for smoother gameplay.
v1.3B Bugfix
- Fixed an issue where Isabella’s sprite appeared twice during her final dialogue.
- Fixed the shrine gate being interactable during dialogue sequences.
- Fixed movement bug when leaving Chloe’s place, now properly transitioning you to your car.
- Rebalanced Tower costs: all Towers are slightly cheaper, and the Angel Tower is now priced at 25 Gold.
- Adjusted Orc Shaman Tower: no longer heals units outside of active rounds.
- Fixed music transitions at Miss Zero’s store to play correctly.
- Resolved stuck image issue during new park events.
- Fixed RNG inconsistencies in new park events.
- Fixed the Gold Katana not generating cash when defeating spirits.
- Fixed Blood Katana not appearing as intended.
- Updated quest system: siding with Sofia now correctly removes Mario’s quest from the journal.
- Fixed the new park event ending properly when selecting the final option.
- Fixed being stuck in the temple after freeing Nyxara.
- Reworked Adrian’s desktop to better match the player’s visual style.
v1.3
New Content
- New Navigation Feature: A world map allowing players to drive to various locations.
- New Storyline: The Mysterious Shrine. Fight evil spirits and assist Master Zhent in cleansing the shrine—or succumb to the darkness.
- New Character: Nurse Nina—the friendly (or is she?) nurse who can help you recover after a lost battle.
- New Minigame: Spirit Fighting. Equip your blade and take down malevolent spirits.
- New Minigame: Tower Defense. Help protect Amelia’s storage from a swarm of hungry bugs.
- New Character: Dr. Evelyn Frost—a morally ambiguous doctor who offers body enhancements with questionable ethics.
- New Studio Guest: Charlotte.
- New Character: Nyxara, a mysterious demon trying to escape the spirit world.
- New Outfits for Anna: Three new outfits, including a bunny suit and a beautiful Chinese dress.
- Player Computer: The player computer now features a more intricate user interface with more space for new content in future updates.
New Scenes
- With Katarina
- With Nurse Nina
- With Doc Frost
- With Nyxara
- With Anna
- With Sofia
- With Charlotte and Anna
- With Adrian and Samantha.
- With Anna and Adrian.
- With Josef, Anna, and Adrian.
- With Samantha and Adrian
- And more…
New Events
- Six new park events for Anna: Three per Anna’s personality path.
- New wardrobe event for endgame.
- New Mall Events: With Katarina and Anna.
- Expanded Sofia’s storyline for when you choose to arrest Mario.
- Expanded Mario’s storyline for when you decide to betray Sofia.
Character Path Updates
- Anna’s Path: No longer a single dialogue choice. Her personality development is now influenced by multiple past decisions.
- Josef’s Path: Includes an alternate storyline for his relationship with Isabella.
- Josef’s Fate: New paths to make Josef leave or stay.
Visual and Gameplay Improvements
- Added indicator for when Anna’s personality is impacted.
- Reworked 15+ old images for visual consistency.
- Many maps updated for higher visual immersion.
Balance Changes
- Increased early game money gain.
- Reworked general balancing for a more even experience.
- Sleeping/Ending the day now occurs faster.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed Detective Minigame being repeatable after completion.
- Corrected several dialogue choices that displayed “(Shared Route)” too early.
- Resolved multiple errors in Mario’s storyline.
- Addressed various bugs throughout the game.
