One thing I liked in Sandrock is how they made the environment so much more detailed and full compared to Portia, it made the exploration real fun. And it looks like the new art style is gonna elevate it even more, so I'm super excited! (And the characters are gonna be so much hotter with the more realistic proportions, a treat for us romance enjoyers 👀)
I agree, I personally feel like Sandrock was an improvement over Portia in almost every way (don't get me wrong I LOVE Portia!) and I feel like Pathea is going to continue their pattern of learning and growing in Evershine!
This guy looks like Aadit for me!! 😮 It makes so much sense he's been there because in Portia, Aadit mentions he used to Live in place that is close to the Duvos's frontier ...
I kinda wish the new game wouldn't be thaaat realistic. I really like the Sandrock art style and would've preferred that one just slightly more realistic. I also wish they'd drop another dlc for Sandrock because it's literally my favourite game.
I really miss playing MTAS, but my PC wasn't good enough for the game because what happened when the full game came out, the lag was so bad that I had to stop playing it. So I was waiting to hear if the Switch release was getting better. I'll definitely be getting it this Christmas since I really want to play the game (I got pretty deep into the main story). I am just of limited mean and that $40 price mark is more than what I am willing to spend atm (hopefully it'll go on sale around Christmas). But yeah Evershine looks AMAZING. I definitely like it more than Sandrock. Avery look gorgeous, but that redhead guy has my eye too.
My PC has an Nvidia 1070 GTX. I don't notice a lot of visual difference if I put settings on low (or a mix of some higher and some low settings). It's a shame you can't do this. I loved MTAP--and found it more laggy actually, but there's so much more to MTAS. It's so frustrating when graphics advance (or sometime just aren't optimized) so far people can't play on their computers. I remember one game that required a new graphics card every release. Wish developers would think of players with all sorts of machines instead of always pushing the graphics window.
It makes a lot of sense to me that they would have Evershine be a new settlement near the Duvos border. A new settlement would explain why they would be getting a new builder plus provide a lot of opportunities for building structures. As for the former name Project ME: this works great as a code name until the real name is revealed which includes the ME - My time at Evershine.
Ngl, I'm going to miss the cartoony charm. I think I would have preferred a little more detail in terms of facial expressions and how the builder is... well... built, rather than go full realistic. I just feel like some of the humor and silliness in some of the world design and character interactions comes out way better with a less realistic style. And as far as the AI controversy, I kinda hate when people grab their pitchforks over it. As long as it isnt the final product, then I dont care if it was used as a tool or reference. As an artist myself, AI tools have been engrained into our digital programs for longer than the AI debate has been around--and I've been drawing since traditional artists were calling digital art cheating and not authentic just because we have access to layers and the undo button. I think the concern about AI should more be about if the tool was ethically sourced and how much of it was the final product. I dont think using it to add small details, enhance aspects, or as a reference is worth being upset over.
I love your response! Yes, I am totally against AI as a replacement for human artists, but as you pointed out, digital graphic artists and photographers have been using "tools" for many years now to clean up, enhance, detail, color correct and so on. Used as a tool much the same as one would use Photoshop (example) should be acceptable within set guidelines as you pointed out.
While I've seen a lot of positive reception to the new art style, I'm admittedly not fond of it. Maybe it just feels like a HUGE leap from Sandrock's more cartoon-like proportions, but I just feel like there's already an over-saturation of "anime" styled "farm/romance" sims and that's why Sandrock stood out to me as something different. Evershine just doesn't visually look at all like a "My Time" game in my eyes... I was hoping they were going to use the very lovely style they made for Project Me, because it felt like going up a step in terms of proportions without such a MAJOR veer into this semi-realistic anime-like style.
So excited for the new game and the shift in art style! Haven't played portia yet but the storyline in sandrock kinda got a bit more serious at the end, so for me at least, it makes sense that the art style for the new game matured a bit as the story and lore takes on nuanced topics like war/international conflicts and its multifaceted effects. I'm just assuming that this is the direction they'll take - it could go in a whole different direction altogether ofc but i'm still happy about the new art style 😄
I think they will continue developing those themes as well! If I'm correct that Evershine is the North Development Plan I can't imagine Duvos won't have some part to play
The environments look sprawling which is huge. Just hope there is much of a reason to interact with them. I WISH one of these 3D world games actually let us build more than just on some side plot in the middle of nowhere. Getting more of a choice where and using the map would really set this game apart from its competitors. Love the new artstyle, way more potential for expression with this style. I think the Amiibo style was really limiting on immersion. Given these games end up being partly dating simulators...having more realistic people also makes that more enticing. My biggest issue with the previous 2 My Time games was the world didn't feel very grounded, so investing in the narrative was a bit more difficult. Im hoping they sit on a game for awhile and build it out. The others were great, but with this new look I'd really like to see them pack this one tight. Also my BIGGEST problem with the My Time games was the plot systems. The gardening was so blocky and unnatural. I'd love more naturalistic gardening and farming setups. Palia does this a bit better but also give you SO little in the way of things to do on your plot. Without a real farming system it's kind of bum right now as a long term game. I log in for daily activities at most, and do some of the weekly quests for professions and guild currency I want to amass. However at this point I've got like 1 of everything I want and lots of cash...so hoping the January update really feels like a full launch. Especially the lack of festivals and things to do. Like they moved the Winter Theme'd card game into the underground? Why not just a new card game? Just feels like they are trying to stretch an inch over a mile right now and hopefully Elderwoods is a floodgate. If it isn't a lot of content, it's going to come down to improper planning and management. Being too specific, too much wasted time, and not enough content churning except for more plushies that I don't care about. Not to mention their outfits are not for me 90% of the time...whatever happened to just normal neutral outfit options? Either way, been a big fan of the My Time games, excited for the art style change as that was my biggest issue. Really just depends on content and breadth as well as catching up to what the 2D games have been doing on the level of systemic gameplay and depth that these 3D games always never capture. Im really hoping Evershine isn't a "new settlement"...really wish they'd focus on a lived in place with some history. Best thing about Palia is Kilima has a lot of depth to it even if its a small cast.
I am LOVING the new art style!! Unpopular opinion, but I did not like the art style of previous games. I feel like this will drastically expand their fan base. I am beyond excited!!! Freaking out!!! ❤
I definitely need this game lol I also definitely need to know more about these characters also I agree I think evershine is the northern development project
I never managed to finish My Time at Portia, the game felt really grindy. I still have my save, might go back some day. But oh my! The new art style looks fantastic! Most farming games are too cartoony, so the characters looking more mature is a pleasant surprise
I have the other two games in the series and I can’t wait for this one. I’ve backed quite a few farming game Kickstarters but never a My Time Kickstarter so I’m looking forward to that, especially if they have an artbook tier
while i love a more realistic artstyle, i just hope not all marriageable candidate are like supermodel. one think that i love my time series is that there are variety of character like widower, different body size and age.
It's a little stupid but I noticed that the mystery person's hair line is similar to Aadit's at least in artwork though it's slightly different at points. Hair has a long valley line or whatever it's called(Sorry I have trouble wording stuff) that in the same spot as part of Aadit's hair is different unless it's a shaving choice, part of the beard's side doesn't match up with Aadit's like it's going close to the eye while Aadit's is looks like it could turn into a mustache going off where it's at. Like I said it feels stupid to mention that but after explaining similarities I couldn't stop staring at the hairline. I'll miss the old art style but this still looks nice. I have both games but have only played My Time in Portia but due to having stuff to work on I didn't get to finish it(that being said I don't mind spoilers & there's a likelihood I'll forget anyway) but it'll be interesting to add another game to my collection eventually. The My Time games are really interesting & have nice worlds to explore in so I can't wait to hear more about this game & try to figure out who to date when candidates are made available.(This made me curious about Aadit, yeah he's going to disappear but it'd be interesting to get to know him while he's still around & if he is returning in the new game I guess get to know him again)
Yeah I feel like the mystery person has a resemblance to Aadit for sure but there are some big differences - this could be an art style thing or maybe I just really really want it to be him haha. I'm hoping we get some confirmation of who he is when the kickstarter goes live
Thak you so much for this video!!! And you brought up some really good idears!! I totaly forgot about Musa saying there is a new projekt. But that makes so much sens. I didn´t even see the resemblens to Aadit and just saw the small person in the shadows sitting on a rock on the left of the main picture and that person made me think about the Rogue Knight. You can also see some really big airships on the right. So some plot with Duvos?? As for a theorie I might have. In the first picture from the game that they shared in their Discord, you can see some mountains. Thoses moentains look a lot like the mountains you can see in Sandrock, when you look to the Portia tunnel. But they are a bit more from a side angle. And there in on spot on the world map to the right that does not have a name. Every other spot or city point has a name. I know that this not really close to Duvos but it is a bit more north then befor :D and you could see the mountains on the other side of the desert. But that is just an idea. I can´t wait for the new game and the kickstarter. I love both games and hope we can all enjoy it!!
I loveeee My Time At Portia... but I couldnt bring myself to play Sandrock... I didnt really care for the desert in Portia lol. It turned me off a lot from the game. BUT I didnt realize how much lore there was. Thank you for the video! :D
I didnt care much for portia, but Sandrock's desert I think was done really well. It feels very alive and biome wise there's some variation between like dry brushland, sand dunes, and canyons.
I think it wouldn't make sense, because Avery is going to be there and he works for the Alliance. We don't know a lot about the world's political situation here, but I doubt they would like to have soldiers from other governments live there. Also there are many hints that this is Project Me being repurposed to become MTAE, and that decision was made likely because they lost their publisher for Project Me. Making a proper sequel instead of a small spin off will get them more kickstarter supporters + at least not ALL the work that went into Project Me would be lost that way.
I love the games, but I love the new realistic proportions so much more. The cartoonish look of the 2 current games was a huge downer for me, but the games are still great. I’m so excited about this next one. It makes a lot of sense that it’ll be a northern settlements. I’m glad to hear it’s not another desert. Just my personal preference, I’ve lived in the desert for most of my life and I absolutely hate it. 🤣 Evershine…going after Avery, and bearded white hair dude if he’s one lol I think it’s Aadit, just way better art.
Gosh, I have GOT to get back into Sandrock. Was super impressed with what I'd played during Early Access, but have apparently missed out on soooo much ever since. Evershine looks drop-dead GORGEOUS 😍 and, considering how unbelievably talented their artists are, I ain't mad about the style shift so long as it retains the inherent charm of each character. One of My Time's selling points imo is how distinct and dynamic every character is simply from looking at them. Suuuuuper down to see Aadit coming back though - his disappearance dropped my jaw. NEVER saw it coming.
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My theory is that Evershine IS the northern development project, and Evershine is what they’ll name the settlement after the builder establishes it 😊
that's cute!! love that
One thing I liked in Sandrock is how they made the environment so much more detailed and full compared to Portia, it made the exploration real fun. And it looks like the new art style is gonna elevate it even more, so I'm super excited! (And the characters are gonna be so much hotter with the more realistic proportions, a treat for us romance enjoyers 👀)
I agree, I personally feel like Sandrock was an improvement over Portia in almost every way (don't get me wrong I LOVE Portia!) and I feel like Pathea is going to continue their pattern of learning and growing in Evershine!
I am literally freaking out about this. I adore the My Time franchise so I can't wait to see where this goes 😍
I agree, I am such a nerd for My Time!
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This guy looks like Aadit for me!! 😮 It makes so much sense he's been there because in Portia, Aadit mentions he used to Live in place that is close to the Duvos's frontier ...
Dang, was really hoping for a Barnarock game with more of a seafaring or coastal-city aesthetic, but nevertheless I am still hyped for Evershine!
I kinda wish the new game wouldn't be thaaat realistic. I really like the Sandrock art style and would've preferred that one just slightly more realistic. I also wish they'd drop another dlc for Sandrock because it's literally my favourite game.
So excited for this!! I personally much prefer this realistic style to the cartoony bobble-head style we've seen previously. 💖
I really miss playing MTAS, but my PC wasn't good enough for the game because what happened when the full game came out, the lag was so bad that I had to stop playing it. So I was waiting to hear if the Switch release was getting better. I'll definitely be getting it this Christmas since I really want to play the game (I got pretty deep into the main story). I am just of limited mean and that $40 price mark is more than what I am willing to spend atm (hopefully it'll go on sale around Christmas).
But yeah Evershine looks AMAZING. I definitely like it more than Sandrock. Avery look gorgeous, but that redhead guy has my eye too.
MTAS is on GeForce Now as well if your computer struggles with it!
My PC has an Nvidia 1070 GTX. I don't notice a lot of visual difference if I put settings on low (or a mix of some higher and some low settings). It's a shame you can't do this. I loved MTAP--and found it more laggy actually, but there's so much more to MTAS. It's so frustrating when graphics advance (or sometime just aren't optimized) so far people can't play on their computers. I remember one game that required a new graphics card every release. Wish developers would think of players with all sorts of machines instead of always pushing the graphics window.
It makes a lot of sense to me that they would have Evershine be a new settlement near the Duvos border. A new settlement would explain why they would be getting a new builder plus provide a lot of opportunities for building structures. As for the former name Project ME: this works great as a code name until the real name is revealed which includes the ME - My time at Evershine.
Im SO loving this new art style! ❤
Me too, it's GORGEOUS
Ngl, I'm going to miss the cartoony charm. I think I would have preferred a little more detail in terms of facial expressions and how the builder is... well... built, rather than go full realistic. I just feel like some of the humor and silliness in some of the world design and character interactions comes out way better with a less realistic style.
And as far as the AI controversy, I kinda hate when people grab their pitchforks over it. As long as it isnt the final product, then I dont care if it was used as a tool or reference. As an artist myself, AI tools have been engrained into our digital programs for longer than the AI debate has been around--and I've been drawing since traditional artists were calling digital art cheating and not authentic just because we have access to layers and the undo button. I think the concern about AI should more be about if the tool was ethically sourced and how much of it was the final product. I dont think using it to add small details, enhance aspects, or as a reference is worth being upset over.
I love your response! Yes, I am totally against AI as a replacement for human artists, but as you pointed out, digital graphic artists and photographers have been using "tools" for many years now to clean up, enhance, detail, color correct and so on. Used as a tool much the same as one would use Photoshop (example) should be acceptable within set guidelines as you pointed out.
While I've seen a lot of positive reception to the new art style, I'm admittedly not fond of it. Maybe it just feels like a HUGE leap from Sandrock's more cartoon-like proportions, but I just feel like there's already an over-saturation of "anime" styled "farm/romance" sims and that's why Sandrock stood out to me as something different. Evershine just doesn't visually look at all like a "My Time" game in my eyes... I was hoping they were going to use the very lovely style they made for Project Me, because it felt like going up a step in terms of proportions without such a MAJOR veer into this semi-realistic anime-like style.
So excited for the new game and the shift in art style! Haven't played portia yet but the storyline in sandrock kinda got a bit more serious at the end, so for me at least, it makes sense that the art style for the new game matured a bit as the story and lore takes on nuanced topics like war/international conflicts and its multifaceted effects. I'm just assuming that this is the direction they'll take - it could go in a whole different direction altogether ofc but i'm still happy about the new art style 😄
I think they will continue developing those themes as well! If I'm correct that Evershine is the North Development Plan I can't imagine Duvos won't have some part to play
The environments look sprawling which is huge. Just hope there is much of a reason to interact with them. I WISH one of these 3D world games actually let us build more than just on some side plot in the middle of nowhere. Getting more of a choice where and using the map would really set this game apart from its competitors.
Love the new artstyle, way more potential for expression with this style. I think the Amiibo style was really limiting on immersion. Given these games end up being partly dating simulators...having more realistic people also makes that more enticing.
My biggest issue with the previous 2 My Time games was the world didn't feel very grounded, so investing in the narrative was a bit more difficult.
Im hoping they sit on a game for awhile and build it out. The others were great, but with this new look I'd really like to see them pack this one tight.
Also my BIGGEST problem with the My Time games was the plot systems. The gardening was so blocky and unnatural. I'd love more naturalistic gardening and farming setups. Palia does this a bit better but also give you SO little in the way of things to do on your plot. Without a real farming system it's kind of bum right now as a long term game. I log in for daily activities at most, and do some of the weekly quests for professions and guild currency I want to amass. However at this point I've got like 1 of everything I want and lots of cash...so hoping the January update really feels like a full launch. Especially the lack of festivals and things to do. Like they moved the Winter Theme'd card game into the underground? Why not just a new card game? Just feels like they are trying to stretch an inch over a mile right now and hopefully Elderwoods is a floodgate. If it isn't a lot of content, it's going to come down to improper planning and management. Being too specific, too much wasted time, and not enough content churning except for more plushies that I don't care about. Not to mention their outfits are not for me 90% of the time...whatever happened to just normal neutral outfit options?
Either way, been a big fan of the My Time games, excited for the art style change as that was my biggest issue. Really just depends on content and breadth as well as catching up to what the 2D games have been doing on the level of systemic gameplay and depth that these 3D games always never capture.
Im really hoping Evershine isn't a "new settlement"...really wish they'd focus on a lived in place with some history. Best thing about Palia is Kilima has a lot of depth to it even if its a small cast.
I am LOVING the new art style!! Unpopular opinion, but I did not like the art style of previous games. I feel like this will drastically expand their fan base. I am beyond excited!!! Freaking out!!! ❤
this is why i haven’t played bc i didn’t like the art style so im super excited for this😭
im excited now !! thank you so much !!
I definitely need this game lol I also definitely need to know more about these characters also I agree I think evershine is the northern development project
I never managed to finish My Time at Portia, the game felt really grindy. I still have my save, might go back some day. But oh my! The new art style looks fantastic! Most farming games are too cartoony, so the characters looking more mature is a pleasant surprise
Wasn't there drama with project ME being some sort of mobile or MMO sort of thing?
Iove my time at sandrock!!, so happy to see this game. It looks so pretty& the characters are nice looking as well. Cant wait for it to be released!
I'm wondering if they stopped project ME because no one wanted a mobile My Time.
I have the other two games in the series and I can’t wait for this one. I’ve backed quite a few farming game Kickstarters but never a My Time Kickstarter so I’m looking forward to that, especially if they have an artbook tier
while i love a more realistic artstyle, i just hope not all marriageable candidate are like supermodel. one think that i love my time series is that there are variety of character like widower, different body size and age.
It's a little stupid but I noticed that the mystery person's hair line is similar to Aadit's at least in artwork though it's slightly different at points. Hair has a long valley line or whatever it's called(Sorry I have trouble wording stuff) that in the same spot as part of Aadit's hair is different unless it's a shaving choice, part of the beard's side doesn't match up with Aadit's like it's going close to the eye while Aadit's is looks like it could turn into a mustache going off where it's at. Like I said it feels stupid to mention that but after explaining similarities I couldn't stop staring at the hairline.
I'll miss the old art style but this still looks nice. I have both games but have only played My Time in Portia but due to having stuff to work on I didn't get to finish it(that being said I don't mind spoilers & there's a likelihood I'll forget anyway) but it'll be interesting to add another game to my collection eventually. The My Time games are really interesting & have nice worlds to explore in so I can't wait to hear more about this game & try to figure out who to date when candidates are made available.(This made me curious about Aadit, yeah he's going to disappear but it'd be interesting to get to know him while he's still around & if he is returning in the new game I guess get to know him again)
Yeah I feel like the mystery person has a resemblance to Aadit for sure but there are some big differences - this could be an art style thing or maybe I just really really want it to be him haha. I'm hoping we get some confirmation of who he is when the kickstarter goes live
Thak you so much for this video!!! And you brought up some really good idears!! I totaly forgot about Musa saying there is a new projekt. But that makes so much sens.
I didn´t even see the resemblens to Aadit and just saw the small person in the shadows sitting on a rock on the left of the main picture and that person made me think about the Rogue Knight. You can also see some really big airships on the right. So some plot with Duvos??
As for a theorie I might have. In the first picture from the game that they shared in their Discord, you can see some mountains. Thoses moentains look a lot like the mountains you can see in Sandrock, when you look to the Portia tunnel. But they are a bit more from a side angle. And there in on spot on the world map to the right that does not have a name. Every other spot or city point has a name. I know that this not really close to Duvos but it is a bit more north then befor :D and you could see the mountains on the other side of the desert. But that is just an idea.
I can´t wait for the new game and the kickstarter. I love both games and hope we can all enjoy it!!
Artstyle is beautiful! Finally more green environment again!
Yes! I thought the desert in Sandrock was a cool vibe, but I am excited to get back to the green!
I loveeee My Time At Portia... but I couldnt bring myself to play Sandrock... I didnt really care for the desert in Portia lol. It turned me off a lot from the game. BUT I didnt realize how much lore there was. Thank you for the video! :D
That's definitely understandable about the desert! The lore goes DEEP in this world, one day I will make a video about it all!
I didnt care much for portia, but Sandrock's desert I think was done really well. It feels very alive and biome wise there's some variation between like dry brushland, sand dunes, and canyons.
I haven't even finished Portia yet
Is sandrock done with major updates? (Not dlc or bug fix)
I still haven't finished the first game yet 😭😭😭
I just wanted Avery to be dateable. 😅 ❤ Perfect.
I love the new art style, although I didn't particularly mind the old one either. I'm soo hyped for this game though, I *need* Avery 😂
you ever wonder that evershine is probably not in the free Alliance? Maybe it's in one of the surrounding countries?
I think it wouldn't make sense, because Avery is going to be there and he works for the Alliance. We don't know a lot about the world's political situation here, but I doubt they would like to have soldiers from other governments live there. Also there are many hints that this is Project Me being repurposed to become MTAE, and that decision was made likely because they lost their publisher for Project Me. Making a proper sequel instead of a small spin off will get them more kickstarter supporters + at least not ALL the work that went into Project Me would be lost that way.
I agree with MellowViolet's comment, Avery's involvement tells me this is probably Free Alliance. But I would LOVE a game in another country!
@MellowViolet Oh, you're right, so evershine must probably be a new town they're trying to make.
I love the games, but I love the new realistic proportions so much more. The cartoonish look of the 2 current games was a huge downer for me, but the games are still great. I’m so excited about this next one.
It makes a lot of sense that it’ll be a northern settlements. I’m glad to hear it’s not another desert. Just my personal preference, I’ve lived in the desert for most of my life and I absolutely hate it. 🤣
Evershine…going after Avery, and bearded white hair dude if he’s one lol
I think it’s Aadit, just way better art.
Gosh, I have GOT to get back into Sandrock. Was super impressed with what I'd played during Early Access, but have apparently missed out on soooo much ever since. Evershine looks drop-dead GORGEOUS 😍 and, considering how unbelievably talented their artists are, I ain't mad about the style shift so long as it retains the inherent charm of each character. One of My Time's selling points imo is how distinct and dynamic every character is simply from looking at them. Suuuuuper down to see Aadit coming back though - his disappearance dropped my jaw. NEVER saw it coming.
it looks like a huge upgrade visually which is nice, i do not like the previous games art style at all
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I liked My time in Portia, disliked Sandrock... and would love to see a more realistic art style!