First, I'd like to apologize - it's taken much longer than anticipated for this release. This was because I wanted to fix lingering issues with the project.  I prioritized deep optimization, intensive play throughs and bug fixes. I also tried my best to wrap up the prologue as well. 

Hom Factory was  my first  game in Ren'py -so mistakes were made. I've learned a lot since then and this release will reflect that as well. 

This release brings over 350 improvements, some major - most minor - but all a step in the right direction. As of now, the public version of the game (version 2.3) is now available to play here on itch.io.

In the next day or so, those of you who pre-ordered  2.8 (thanks!) will also be able to play. For a recap of what each version offers -

• 2.3 - Public Version featuring roughly 30% of all the new content.
• 2.8 - Paid Version Featuring 70% of all new content.
• 3.0 - Patron Version (Latest) Contains all new content for the project.

A small recap of what changes this release brings :

New characters - Fae, who help the player in various ways.

New vixens. Merin and Melty make an appearance, they also offer new lewd events and scenes.

A new intimacy system - have fun and also unlock more kink events as you go.

The companions system has been added. Bring your vixens into battle, each with a unique ability of their own.

Talents enhance your training by giving permanent perks to your player.

80+ new events to experience.

In addition, there are now over 170 videos and 2,800 renders in the project.

New magic spells and enhanced combat mechanics.

And these are just the major features I've added since last time! 

At this point, I estimate that the project is roughly 8-10 hours in length from start to finish, contains over 170 story based events and - of course, a lot of sexy fun!

Version 2.8 will be released here on itch.io within the next day or so, but until then you can check out the public version - which contains all of the new improvements. Likewise, consider becoming a patron to play the latest (3.0) in it's entirety upon release.

- Ren