Hello everyone, welcome to the Our Home update status! In this post, we want to share what you can expect from the next Steam update and give you a glimpse into our process. As outlined in the Early Access details, our updates roll out quarterly. This approach lets us plan the scope of each release and the playtime youll enjoy. Based on our development capacity, we produce around 400 renders per month, translating to about 30 minutes of gameplay or reading. Over a quarter, thats roughly 1200 renders and 1h30 of new content. Our Home has a special trait: we believe every characters expression and line matters for deeper immersion. Thats why we craft about 1 renders per dialogue. Not everyone might notice this while playing, but its something we take pride in delivering for you.

Whats Ready So Far

As of now, heres what weve accomplished: since February 26, weve created around 490 renders, 3 animations, and about 35 minutes of gameplay. This version spans two distinct moments: the start of a temp job at Aquila with Norahs schedule, featuring some intense scenes, and a college interview with Alexandra, plus a short segment of Samanthas investigation. These are the highlights of this update, and below, youll find preview images of whats coming.



We know many of you are eager for the next update and might wonder, Why not release it already? We get that excitement! Our focus is on keeping Our Home sustainable long-term, delivering meaningful, polished content each quarter. This strategy ensures more playtime and a richer experience with every release something we think youll love. Were thrilled about whats ahead and keeping a close eye on everything you share with us. The next status report will bring even more news, and were counting on you to join us on this ride!

[ 2025-04-02 12:07:58 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hello, amazing residents of Pinepool! We want to make the game even better, and for that, we need your feedback. We know Steam is your place, so weve prepared two options for you to participate: a quick survey right here, with 5 simple questions (just rate them from 1 to 5 in the comments), for those who want to answer without leaving the platform; and a more in-depth one, with 9 detailed questions, on a Google Forms for those who want to dive deeper (link at the end of the post). Choose whichever works best for you and help us decide the future of the game! Oh, and yeswe know you're all eager for more sex scenes (who isn't, right?). Don't worry, we're already working on it! [hr][/hr]

• How would you rate the prologue's impact in hooking you into the story? (1 = Didnt grab me, 5 = Got me immediately!)
• How much are you enjoying the character development? (1 = Very shallow, 5 = They feel like my best friends already!)
• How do you feel about the storys pacing so far? (1 = Too slow, 5 = Perfect, I cant stop reading!)
• How would you rate the dev teams support (speed, effectiveness, satisfaction)? (1 = Needs improvement, 5 = Fast responses, problems solved!)
• What are your expectations for the next update? (1 = Just dont break the game, 5 = Im counting the days!)

Instructions: Just comment with your 1-to-5 rating for each question. Example: "1-3, 2-4, 3-2, 4-5, 5-5". If you want to add any extra comment, feel free! For those who prefer to answer a more complete version, click on the Google Forms link at the end of the post. Thanks for participating! [hr][/hr] Full survey: Google Forms

[ 2025-03-19 23:45:13 CET ] [ Original post ]

- Improved translation for all languages. - Fixed bug that prevented loading more images after accessing Higram's profile. - Resolved story inconsistency: an absent event, previously referenced in the MC's thoughts, will be included in future versions. - Added minor user interface improvements.

[ 2025-03-19 23:25:11 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hello, everyone! Were here with a new update bringing improvements. This isnt an update with new content, but rather tweaks and fixes to make your experience even more enjoyable. Lets dive into the details: New Features and Improvements

• Virtual Keyboard for Controllers Now, players using controllers have a virtual keyboard to make things easier. Whether on PC or Steam Deck, interacting is simpler without switching devices.
• Interface Font Adjustments Weve increased font sizes across the interface for comfortable reading, especially on Steam Deck, but also on other platforms. Everythings more legible and prettier!
• Landscape Photos on Mobile Added support for landscape photos on mobile, with automatic -90 rotation after capture. Your images now stay at the right angle effortlessly.
• Game Image Overhaul Weve adjusted 100% of the images to reduce texture sharpness, better aligning them with the characters ages. We found a post-processing issue that made skins sharper than intended;
  • What does this mean? Almost the entire game will need to be re-downloaded due to this massive fix. We apologize for the inconvenience, but the result is worth it: textures now match the vision we planned.
  • Going forward? Weve tweaked post-processing to prevent this from happening again.

Below is an example of this correction.
Bug Fixes and Tweaks

• Fixed minor UI bugs to polish everything up.
• Adjusted message sorting! Contacts with the latest messages now appear first in most cases, keeping the timeline clear and improving the experience when a message arrives mid-event.

Narrative Consistency and the Prologue After reworking the prologue, we knew wed need to tweak the narrative between the first psychologist visit and Samanthas initial investigation mission. Our original plan was to do this gradually, focusing on new content and render quality for that section.

• Why now? With the image fixes due to unwanted sharpness, we decided to tackle this narrative revision early. It delayed the update a bit, but it felt like the right time.
• What changed? Nothing in the story itself we just refined the text to better reflect character personalities and align with the new prologue.
• Whats next? Moving forward, well only enhance images in this section, leaving the text as is. We believe the adjustments meet our goals.
• Do I need to replay? Not required, but if youd like to revisit the dialogues and share feedback, were always open to hearing from you!

This update reflects our commitment to improving the game and listening to the community. Thank you for sticking with us on this journey your comments and support make all the difference. See you in-game!

[ 2025-03-17 22:12:07 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hello, players! Were excited to bring you an important update with some key changes to enhance your experience: New Hint System for Secret Images: Weve added a hint system to help you locate secret images! These hints will only appear while playing (outside the main menu) and can be accessed via the gallery in the Pause menu. Keep exploring those hidden spots!
Achievement Requirement Adjustments: Weve reworked some of the Higrams-related achievements to make them more achievable while still rewarding exploration. The photo requirement has been reduced from 100 to 50 photos, and the likes requirement has been lowered from 5,000 to 100 likes. Our goal with Higrams is to encourage players to dive into every detail of the renders and spark interest in future content for players across all versions. While the original metrics felt nearly impossible, these new values strike a balancechallenging but reachable over time. Translation Improvements: Weve made multiple enhancements to translations across all supported languages, ensuring a smoother and more accurate experience for everyone. Thank you for your continued support and feedback, which helps us shape the game for the better.

[ 2025-03-03 03:08:52 CET ] [ Original post ]

[h1=top]Hello, Our Home players!
We understand that some settings or features might not be immediately clear, so weve put together this official to help you navigate the core aspects of the game. While most of these details are already available in-game as tooltips when you hover over each function, this guide consolidates everything into one handy reference. Below, youll find detailed explanations of each feature, where to find them, and how they work. Our goal is to ensure your experience is as smooth as possible, whether youre a newcomer or a seasoned player. Lets dive in! [hr][/hr] [h2=main-menu]1. Main Menu
The Main Menu is the first screen you see when you launch the game. It contains the core options to start or customize your experience.
The Main Menu screen of Our Home

• Start: Opens a submenu with two initial options:
  • Start from Scratch: Begins a new adventure. You can choose between two gameplay modes:
    • Free-Roam: A fully open Free-Roam mode where you can explore events, actions, and secretsincluding exclusive easter eggswithout any grinding. You have the freedom to navigate and engage with the world at your own pace. While the mode is fully functional and provides a solid experience, were still working on enhancements, such as adding new events to make it even more engaging. You can switch to VN Mode at any time without losing progress (see details in the Game section).
    • VN Mode: A narrative-focused mode ideal for players who prefer a more streamlined reading experience while still retaining free-roam navigation within events. You can enable or disable this mode at any time, giving you full flexibility.
  • Load from Cloud: Retrieves your progress saved in the cloud, including nearly all game data: progress, relationships, unlocked locations, replays, secret images, phone contacts, character info, settings, and more. Please note that this is not an official Steam feature but a completely optional function weve implemented. Use it carefully to avoid any risk of disrupting your local save files.
• Load: Allows you to load a locally saved game to continue where you left off.
• Preferences: Opens the settings menu (detailed below).
• Gallery: Displays the secret images youve unlocked throughout the game.
• Replay: Lists available replays, letting you relive notable scenes.
• Help: Provides a submenu with explanations of controls and basic RenPy functions.
• Quit: Closes the game.

[hr][/hr] [h2=prefs-menu]2. Preferences Menu (Settings)
Where to Find: Accessible from the Main Menu or by pausing the game (usually with the ESC key or a designated button). This menu lets you customize various aspects of the game to suit your preferences.
The Preferences Menu lets you fine-tune your experience

Game

General settings that affect gameplay and visual experience:

• VN Mode: Enables/disables Visual Novel Mode, focusing on main events for a more linear narrative. Even in this mode, free-roam navigation within events is preserved. You can toggle between VN Mode and Free-Roam at any time without losing progress.
• Legacy Skip Time: Activates the older time-skipping system, allowing you to skip forward by 1, 2, or 3 hours instead of jumping directly to a specific time on the calendar. (Free-roam mode)
• Mini-games: When enabled, automatically skips all mini-games and marks them as completed. (Free-roam mode)
• Save Name: Allows you to manually name your save files.
• Transitions: Toggles visual transitions (images and videos) that indicate changes in time or location.
• Hover Navigation: Lets you move between environments in Free-Roam Mode by simply hovering your mouse over location-change buttonsno clicking needed. This speeds up exploration, but clicking still works if you prefer.
• Side Image: Shows a characters image next to the dialogue box when enabled.
• Particles: Toggles the particle system (e.g. floating dust) for added immersion. Disable for a cleaner screen or better performance on lower-end devices.
• Mouse Point: Sets the mouse cursor to your operating systems default style. Requires a game restart to apply changes.
• Hide Windows: Adds a button to hide all windows in the dialogue box.
• Proofreader: When enabled (requires internet), adds a button in dialogues and choices to report text or translation errors directly to the development team.
• Proofreader Interface: Similar to Proofreader but adds the reporting button to interface elements (e.g. Main Menu labels).

Dialogue

Options to customize how dialogue is displayed:

• Change Color of Dialogue and Choices: Adjusts the text color of dialogues and choices.
• Change Color of Thoughts: Adjusts the text color of character thoughts.
• Text Speed: Controls how quickly text appears.
• Dialogue Box Transparency: Sets the level of transparency for the dialogue box.
• Dialogue Text Size: Adjusts the font size of dialogue text.
• Character Name Size: Adjusts the font size of character names.
• Choice Text Size: Adjusts the font size of choice options.

Skip

Settings for skipping game content:

• Skip Unseen: Allows skipping of unseen dialogue or scenes (use carefully to avoid missing key content).
• Skip After Choice: Continues skipping automatically after you make a choice.

Rollback

Controls the rollback feature to revisit past content:

• Disabled: Disables rollback for a strictly linear experience.
• Left: Allows rewinding the game (scroll wheel or specific inputs) to review past dialogue.
• Forward: After rolling back, lets you move forward again to return to your previous point.

Sound

Audio adjustments for your experience:

• Music: Controls the background music volume.
• Sound Effects: Adjusts the volume of SFX, including one-time sounds, moans, and loops.
• Mute Control: Adds quick mute/unmute buttons for audio channels in the dialogue box.

Video

Video settings (available only on PC):

• Display Window: Runs the game in windowed mode (useful for multitasking).
• Display Full Screen: Runs the game in full-screen mode for greater immersion.

Language

Choose the games language from the available options.

Relations

Lets you adjust how characters refer to each other (in third-person or groups), customizing dialogues and interactions. [hr][/hr] [h2=other-key-features]3. Other Key Features

• Gallery: Displays unlocked secret images (accessible from the Main Menu).
• Replay: Lets you revisit specific scenes (accessible from the Main Menu).
• Help: Provides explanations of controls and basic functions (accessible from the Main Menu).
• Load: Loads locally saved games (available in the Main Menu or by pausing the game).

[hr][/hr] [h2=questions-issues]Questions or Issues?
If you still have questions or need assistance with any feature, feel free to leave a comment or reach out through our official channels (such as our Discord). Were here to ensure your experience with Our Home is the best it can be!

[ 2025-03-01 19:32:36 CET ] [ Original post ]

Weve rolled out some small improvements based on recent feedbacks

• Faster Character Responses on SMS: We saw in a review that the delay in character responses to the MC felt too long. The original 2-second delay was designed to mimic typing for immersion, but we shortened it to 0.5 seconds. This made conversations quicker and smoother!
• New Hint in "The Destination" Quest 'Back to the Orphanage' : We added an extra hint to clarify what to do next. We also mapped out other quests that might confuse players and plan to include more hints in future updates.
• Translation Improvements: We fixed minor issues across all languages. We collected some feedback on translations and made adjustments, with more refinements planned over time.

[ 2025-02-28 22:31:37 CET ] [ Original post ]

Weve rolled out a small update to enhance your experience! Heres whats new: Improved Turkish Translation: Fixed issues that could cause players to get stuck in certain parts of the game due to translation errors. Enhanced Discord Rich Presence: Updated the integration in-game status on Discord.

[ 2025-02-28 16:21:22 CET ] [ Original post ]

• Improved achievement syncing with Steam! You can now manually force a sync with a new button, and weve also added automatic checks when loading a save or accessing achievements through the phone menu.

[ 2025-02-27 15:21:41 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hello, players! In this small update, weve addressed a few key issues:

• Fixed translation errors in Spanish, French, Italian, Korean, and Polish dialogues that were affecting readability when buying clothes with Lorena.
• Added a button to manually force data synchronization with Steam, to try ensuring achievements are properly recorded, as some of you reported issues with automatic syncing.
• Thanks to everyone who provided feedback to help us spot these problems. Enjoy the game, and keep exploring!

[ 2025-02-27 15:03:42 CET ] [ Original post ]

Bug Fix: Fixed an issue with loading additional images in Higram.

[ 2025-02-26 22:28:56 CET ] [ Original post ]

[quote]Welcome, everyone! We're just hours away from launching Our Home on Steam in Early Access, and we cant wait to share this journey with you! First and foremost, a huge thank you to everyone who has supported us along the wayyour energy has brought us to this moment. Now, lets get to the good part: what you can expect from this release![/quote] [hr][/hr]

A Growing Experience: From Wishlist to Early Access

Since we announced our Wishlist, we have been working hard to expand and refine the experience, adding more depth to the story, visuals, and gameplay. Where We Started At the time of the Wishlist announcement, Our Home already had: 5,700 high-quality images 52 animations, enriching the visual experience 5,403 dialogue blocks, forming a deep narrative with 61,931 words An estimated 5-hour read time, offering a significant immersion in the initial story But we didnt stop there! What We Added With continuous development, we expanded the game time by more than 90 minutes, introducing new content focused on the main story. These improvements dive deeper into the mysteries of Norahs past and present, while Samanthas investigations uncover hidden connectionswith our hero at the center of it all. 1,700+ brand-new renders, crafted to bring emotional and detailed scenes to life Secret renders for those who love to explore every hidden detail This massive expansion set the stage for our biggest update yetthe complete rework of the prologue! [hr][/hr]

A Prologue Designed for Immersion

This launch includes a special prologue rework, built from the ground up over the past 12 months. We've rewritten scenes, refined the narrative, and enhanced the visuals to create a rich and engaging experience right from the start. Heres what weve achieved: Renders: Increased from ~600 to over 1,400 Dialogues: Expanded from ~100 to over 1,300 Word Count: From ~1,000 to over 24,000 Average Playtime: From 20 minutes to over 1.5 hours Our goal is simple: to deliver a compelling story with characters you'll want to connect with. The prologue rework introduces the MC and their worldfrom their bonds with Amelia and Jonathan to MC s deep love for Emilyall with more detail and emotion. [hr][/hr]

Behind the Creation

When I first envisioned Our Home, I wanted a strong narrative, with a clear path and a memorable ending. Become a writer and choosing 3D and storytelling was a massive challengeI lacked both the resources and experience at the beginning. But over time, with incredible support from my wife, we turned this vision into reality. This prologue rework is the result of months of learning and dedication, and were proud to present it as the starting point of our journey on Steam. [hr][/hr]

What to Expect in the Prologue?

Amelia Deeper connections with the other characters and the impact of the MCs departure from the orphanage. Jonathan & MC A friendship brought to life, setting the stage for what's to come. MC & Emily A love explored through special scenes, showing why she means so much. Others Samantha, Hank, Juliana, Matilda, and moreall introduced naturally, with distinct personalities. As soon as you start Our Home, youll dive straight into the prologuethe perfect introduction for new players like you. [hr][/hr]

Looking Ahead to 2025

As an Early Access title, this is just the beginning. Our plan for 2025 is to: Expand the free exploration content Progress the main story Complete Chapter 1 within 18 months Deliver regular updates, side stories, and much more Were excited to build this world together with you! [hr][/hr]

A Modern, Intuitive UI

Over the past few months, weve redesigned the entire interface to make it smoother and more immersive: Interactive menus A gallery for scenes and hidden images "Higram"our in-game Instagram, featuring a personal profile and community reactions Everything has been designed to enhance your experience! [hr][/hr]

Launching Today

The past months have been intense, but every effort has been worth it to bring this experience to you. Our Home is about building something special, and as Early Access players, you are a key part of that. See you in the gameget ready for whats coming next!

[ 2025-02-26 18:08:49 CET ] [ Original post ]

[quote]"Hello, everyone! Were thrilled to share how the universe of Our Home has grown over the past months. Weve worked hard to ensure your experience is richer, more engaging, and unforgettable. Here are the highlights:" [/quote]

More Story to Explore

Since we announced our Wishlist, weve added over 90 minutes of additional gameplay, focusing on new content for the main story. These expansions delve into the mysteries of Norahs past and present, while Samanthas investigations uncover deep connections with our hero at the center of it all. [hr][/hr]
[hr][/hr] As development continues, weve added over 1,700 new renders, designed to create exciting, detailed, and meaningful scenes. Additionally, weve included secret renders for those who love exploring every corner of the game.

New Characters and Dynamics

As the story progresses, youll encounter new faces that bring emotional depth and unexpected intrigue:

• Alexandra Blanchett The university dean is a standout figure. Her cunning actions make her an essential ally in Norahs plans, but she has her own agenda: to manipulate Samanthas investigation (and more) while steering the protagonists path. Were excited to see how her role unfolds!
• Karol Young, introspective, and burdened by a painful past, Karol brings a new layer of emotion to the orphanage and beyond. Initially subtle, her presence becomes increasingly crucial as the story develops.

These characters, alongside the main cast, create an environment where every decision matters and every relationship hides secrets waiting to be uncovered. [hr][/hr]
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Optimization and Polish

In addition to expanding content, weve made significant strides in game optimization. We reduced the total file size without compromising render quality. Minor bugs have been fixed, ensuring the Early Access experience is smoother and more polished.

Prologue Revision

Our commitment to quality extends to the prologue rework. Were revisiting and expanding the opening to offer a clearer, more engaging experience for both new and veteran players. This rework is progressing slowly, as we always prioritize creating new content. When its ready, well ensure you can explore the changes without affecting your current progress in the game. We aim to have a significant portion of this rework ready for the first Early Access release. [hr][/hr]
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Ready for Early Access?

If you havent added Our Home to your Wishlist yet, do it now to receive notifications about the release and never miss an update. With over 90 minutes of additional story and 1,700+ new renders, were sure youll dive headfirst into the world of Our Home! Thank you for being with us, and see you in the next update! (Share your impressions in the comments we love hearing what you think!)

[ 2025-01-01 21:00:56 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hello everyone. This is our first post here, so I want to start by explaining to those who are not yet familiar with how our updates work. We divide our work development into quarters, and each quarter we release content for a character. Our average number of renderings per quarter is 1,050, and we usually create one render per dialogue, because we believe that each expression in a visual novel is important. The average reading time per quarter is 1h20m. Our initial plan is that each character, except for the key characters in the story, will have at least 2 versions, meaning they will be in focus for 2 quarters, but not necessarily consecutive quarters, by the end of the first chapter of "Our Home." At this moment, we have the following status.

• Juliana: 1 Versions.
• Emily: 2 Versions (Key character, which means she will have more versions than the other characters.)
• Marta: 1 Versions.
• Danielle: 1 Version.
• MC: ~3 versions (Key character, which means she will have more versions than the other characters.)

We plan for other characters to be in focus by the end of the first chapter. Now I want to share with you our plans for Q3/2024. In the next steps for the upcoming three versions of "Our Home". In the next version, our protagonist (MC) will be closer to discovering the truth about his story. However, we first need to connect some important points, involving key characters and significant events. Samantha and Hank will have key roles in this version.
Samantha and Hank will have key roles in this version. Samantha is suspicious of Norah and Hank has promised to help her in an investigation. To start the investigation, Samantha will try to enlist the help of the MC, an entity inside Norah's house. We will find out if the MC will agree to help Samantha.
A few weeks after arriving in the city, Dylan still hasn't had contact with Amelia. It's time to visit an old friend and ask some important questions about his story.
Additionally, MC will start reflecting on his own life. Studies were a promise made to Amelia, so it's time to look for a college and try to enroll. Will someone be able to help our hero on this journey? Of course, in addition to that, we will have appearances by Norah, Kim, Marta, Danielle, and Lorena, so this version will be full of girls. I hope you are as excited as we are. Excited for the next steps?! I hope to count on your collaboration to continue building something amazing.

[ 2024-07-06 18:12:33 CET ] [ Original post ]