Paralives Showcase: Vampires, Clowns and Other Costumes

[@DumDum420]

I genuinely can’t wait to play this, for me the style has only gotten better. For such a small team compared to triple A games, you can tell they put so much heart into the game, even if it’s not perfect ❤️

[@SimmerErin]

yup no game is perfect and by no means do I expect this to be- just compelled by what they have shown us this far. I really feel they have an excellent attention to small details

[@brionl4741]

Yeah, I really prefer my life-sims to be slightly cartoony. The photo-realistic style of some of the other games is a negative for me.

[@brucewayne33497]

I wonder if the devs of Paralives plan on adding Trick Or Treating because that'd be a pretty cool and fun thing to have in the game

[@SimmerErin]

I would love that! I don't know for sure. Kinda want to see if I can see if they have said anything in the past

[@Vtuber_Xantherous]

Oh, how I would LOVE vampires, werewolves, fairies, magic users, as official gameplay as an expansion.

[@SimmerErin]

me too

[@dio-o-nisio]

PARAnormals 😮

[@westanimesims]

These items and costumes look really fun! They do look cute spooky rather than the macabre feel, which is pretty spot on with their style. I do hope though, that these fun and quirky articles of clothing to be locked behind something, possibly under some "costume" tag or only accessible through a costume trunk. No way I want to see the NPC townies walking around with strange clothing a la Sims 4 lol.

[@SimmerErin]

same! I confess I do laugh some and get some amusement out of badly dressed townies, but the functionality is not ideal

[@g.e131]

"Myra Mains" on the tombstone lol

[@SimmerErin]

😆 yeah there are a few puns, especially on that older clip

[@Scurvycapn]

Better watch out. The text below says, "Don't laugh, you're next."

[@SimmerErin]

@@Scurvycapn it is 2024 and little at this point would surprise me 😆

[@caiterate]

the blood bag earrings on the vampire along with the facial piercings are really cool. im still a little concerned how theyre gonna keep the game going with no paid dlc, like i for sure dont want them to go down the sims model.. but how will they afford to keep the game going with free updates?

[@twincast2005]

I do worry a bit about that as well, but as long as Patreon supporters stay round about the same, they should definitely be fine, and there've been other games to frequently do big updates with no additional costs, e.g. Stardew Valley, Terraria, and most notably of all Minecraft even before it got any licensed merch, shows or spin-off games.

[@SimmerErin]

Yeah.. I expressed my concern about that before too and people got angry ha . Idk, some games have done it, it's just very challenging to do so

[@caitlynl7213]

@@twincast2005i dont think relying on patrons is the move i see a lot of supports discontinuing payments when the game comes out. stardew is not a good comparison. thats a one man game.

[@cryingwatercolours]

@@caitlynl7213 as far as we know, they don’t intend on keeping the patreon up, i believe only if there’s enough interest. but also remember they can release merch, the soundtrack etc. and a lot of people increase their patreon tier for 3 months for the yearly post card which ofc also helps, so i think there were many games that ran on a similar model of one time payment and no dlc and they still thrived. stardew may not be a great comparison but there are literally

[@almawilliams9923]

I love the mushroom hat, and all the little details. And love the Tiffany lamp.

[@SimmerErin]

love those two! the design of the mushroom hat feels very familiar to me- is it a nod to another game?

[@herobean28]

​@@SimmerErin The only game that comes to mind is Mail Time, where the protagonist wears a toadstool hat

[@cryingwatercolours]

@@SimmerErinthey got huge in like pandemic times! everyone was making mushroom hats irl and in games, it was a great time

[@laylahoward9272]

I remember they showed a video of the cow costume and they was moving the character around and the costume move around to I love the detail

[@SimmerErin]

ahh must have missed it (or honestly just forgot ha) it does have a nice attention to detail!

[@BlackJar72]

Supernaturals is something I'd rather see in something like a DLC that the base game, though I seem to remember it being said there was no plan for DLC, only base game updates. Either way, I'd hope they could be turned on or off (preferably on a per-world basis) -- I wouldn't want a repeat of the time Appaloosa Plain was suddenly overrun by zombies and populated mostly by vampires and werewolves.

[@joyfulgirl91]

Hopefully the way paralives populate areas works in an entirely different way from TS4. The way townies randomly generate is the worst and most disappointing thing about that game. Nobody should be showing up anywhere they don’t have business, or generated randomly with zero context.

[@laylahoward9272]

I agree

[@arieltales8952]

You can disable their generation in the settings. It mayl work the same way in Paralives.

[@joyfulgirl91]

@@arieltales8952I truly hope such a setting will not be needed

[@LynnStoleYourBin]

Quick correction!! Paralives said they had no plans to do PAID dlc, but they didn't rule out DLC in general. They've also stated before that supernatural para's are something theyve considered for post full game release, but they would likely come in an expansion. This basically means they'd likely be free to download if you wanted them in your game, but not forced upon you if you're looking for an occult-free experience

[@katerinakralova7292]

I love to think that Paralives really won't have any paid dlc, however a lot of indie games promised the same and now have all dlc paid. I'm not complaining, I understand it's difficult for an indie developer to give away months of work for free and probably never get a reurtn on it, which is why I would prefer if it was paid. I want to make sure that whatever these wonderful developers are doing gets the proper return for it. I am already supporting them on their patreon, but still feel like it's not enough.

[@SimmerErin]

Yeh, I hear you on that. I too have a lot of concerns about it, I actually would have prob been having to have plain old dlc, but I could be in the minority

[@hazey_dazey]

I also wouldn't mind if they decided to change to paid dlc for things like a supernatural update; things that not every player wants, but are there if you do. There's nothing fundamentally wrong with paid dlc after all, and I would trust the team to put in the work to make it worth paying for.

[@alexispreston7644]

Absolutely love the decor, especially the pillows. The clown makeup was so off putting to me but i might be biased since clowns make me nervous. I did love the mushroom hat and the fun earrings, especially the ufo ones, i'd probably wear those in real life. I love supernatural play but I don't mind it not being in the game, at least for now.

[@SimmerErin]

you and many! It made me feel a little uncomfortable too even ha, but I guess then they captured it well Mushroom hat is so cute!

[@pandaonsteroids5154]

Every Paralives update is so awesome. I'd love occults, but just the vampire look and fun costumes is already great.

[@DianePlaysWithLife]

I absolutely love the Halloween stuff wow!!!! Especially since I love holiday decor in life simulation games.

[@SimmerErin]

yeah me too! little details like that make a difference

[@maja-kehn9130]

I really liked the little plant in the skull. I think it good that they´re adding little items like that.

[@jordan-the-hound2323]

3:33-3:49 Oh, man. Can't tell you how many times I've encountered Sims 4 townies with wild and random outfits in all of my saves. They range from decent, to weird, to just plain nonsensical. One time, I even found two Sims from different households that were wearing almost identical outfits. However, there were some exceptions that made for some very cool custom starter Sims/household ideas, like a homosexual male Sim with a passion for serving vegetarian cuisine, a jack-of-all-trades Sim, a group of muscular, bearded men who live and breathe fitness, a Sim interested in African culture, two adoptive sisters with different aspirations and a love for cats, a writer whose only companion is his dog, and even a Sim with a goal to become a spellcaster admired by everyone in Glimmerbrook.

[@SimmerErin]

someone said maybe they could categorize costumes so they are excluded from being randomly worn - do not know the coding ease or complexities

[@Elwaves2925]

I love the shot of the graves, especially seeing them open with the skeletons. I think my favourite thing from the other image is the sitting skeleton, as it brings up the question - Are they poseable or preset static positions? Whatever the case, I'm really looking forward to this game and it's building.

[@SimmerErin]

ooooh good question! would be awesome if they were but idk honestly

[@scotjess3]

This looks really good. I like their style & they're adding cool items all the time. The Halloween theme here is great.

[@PigeonPlays-zf3mq]

Occults in paralives would be a dream come true

[@SimmerErin]

agreed

[@honinakecheta601]

I’m really loving how the Gabe looks now

[@HonestInsightsTarot]

I think my favorite thing in there was that weird statement table with the face on it. I like that it's natural white clay-toned, so it could go with a lot of different colorful things but still be a nice statement piece. I'm sort of indifferent about the costumes. I'm not sure if Paralives will have holidays at all, but I'm glad there's some options for players who want that.

[@mikeycjdean707]

I am really loving how Paralives is coming along! 😊🎉

[@alanarama]

Hope youre okay and hopefully through the worst of the rough oatch

[@SimmerErin]

thanks! some illness, family stuff etc. hope you're doing well!

[@ennisdelamor]

i love the art style so muchhh

[@koreanpopnabi9]

Very nice Picture!! I’m not an Halloween fan but the decorations in the living room are awesome 👏🏻 I like the pumpkin faces, the table, I thought there was a tortie cat but just a pillow 😅 I also like the writing on the grave. Theses earrings are really fun, well done. I want to play the game so excited!!!😊

[@lance9249]

Don't really like Halloween but those who do are going to love the decor and costumes can't deny the Paralives team does good work.

[@SimmerErin]

makes me hopeful for other holidays too! we have seen some Christmas/ winter holidays and a bit of Thanksgiving

[@nyabinya]

omg did you get a new mic??? Im loving the new sound~!

[@SimmerErin]

nope, same mic ha

[@nyabinya]

@@SimmerErin it sounds so different or maybe your voice changed?? I dont know but it sounds a lot better here :)!!

[@SimmerErin]

@@nyabinya ha no idea. it may sound worse next video because now I have a cold 🤣

[@franciscoxavier7398]

Cat pillow Alert!!!! Cat Pillow!!!! I still think there are conflicting art styles in this game between characters and the rest, but eh, I'm buying this anyway.

[@alanarama]

It's grown on me I like the distinction now more than I did at the beginning. I think it'll make the paras that you aren't playing easier to track on the screen etc. it was more jarring earlier in development so maybe e they'll blend the styles a bit more before release. I love the art style personally but it wasn't love* at first sight 😂

[@SimmerErin]

I get it, def not for everyone. for me, I like the slight contrast- as they explained, it helps the characters not blend too much into the surroundings (since they have a flatter look than a 3D style like sims). But it took me a bit to get used to the whole style as it evolved anyway, and it's just very subjective

[@jmelovesGod]

I like the showcase.

[@SimmerErin]

I always like the showcases, but especially the more offbeat ones

[@arieltales8952]

Very cool! I wonder how other celebrations will be included in the game. After watching the images, I think chidren will be able to jump on tables and Parafolks may have cows as pets.

[@SimmerErin]

me too. the cow appears however to be a statue. confirmed pets are cats, dogs, and horses (at some point)

[@stoffel880]

although i'm being downvoted by two teenagers i absolutly love the little sidetable shaped as a head, it is the kind of thing i would have in my house but my housemembers apparently would leave my household immediatly if i did even the one who's supposed to be on my side

[@frostflaggermus]

as a vampire enthusiast i'm just glad we're getting vampire fangs at all! especially at launch! it means i get to make my vampire characters as soon as i get the game, even if they won't function as such

[@SimmerErin]

true! They look pretty nicely designed too

[@james64468]

I can't wait for this as well. I hope they work more on the foundation of the game. I just hope they have enough money to get though. Their model might work. Got my computer with new graphic card. I don't have to worry to much. Seems like it works perfectly for my game needs currently.

[@cryingwatercolours]

4:32 what fiction do you like with magical realism?

[@SimmerErin]

Quite a lot honestly! One of my fav authors is Karen Thompson Walker. I also recently read the Undoing of June Farrow

[@valerielee9875]

NOT one for clowns. never was. Just freek me out. Lol. Some of the other customes are ok. Maybe the vampires. It be interesting if para lives added some super natural or para normal stuff but maybe at a later time like after the team gets get thier game out and all goes ok for this game. But interesing ideas. Be good for halloween parties deffinetly. I wish this team well on thier game over all. They seem to have some interesting ideas so far. Ty for posting and take care Erin. 👍✌💖

[@SimmerErin]

that they do! take care too

[@Pikaru-c4u]

Ok, I’m feeling this. I’m kinda over the sims as a series and this is coming from some1 who used to like sims 4.

[@usagidemeterdeely2443]

I am genuinely irrationally terrified of clowns but I am excited for this game nonetheless.😁❤

[@SimmerErin]

So many are afraid of clowns- a very common fear! maybe as common as spiders, heights and so on (not sure(. we all have things that makes us afraid. I still struggle a lot with heights, rollercoasters etc!

[@MK_1Ultra]

I'm tried of waiting. All this is is talk and image leaks.

[@SimmerErin]

they announced early access is coming next year. and we have seen more than images; you can see more information on their socials, KZbin etc

[@cryingwatercolours]

i mean it’s a game, it’s really all they can show. the average viewer won’t care about our understand most things that go into a game like this: aka loads of code. we’ve had previews of how the music is made, we’re shown new models, we’re shown how certain life mode aspects are shown… aside from timelapses of coding and 3d modelling, i don’t see what more they can really show.

[@redblue781]

Why dont you mod your own stuff, its less harder than saying hello.

[@SimmerErin]

I don't mod; and for now, paralives is not script mod compatible

[@markabele8794]

The objects look good in this game as does the build/buy objects and gameplay features. If it weren't for the way the paras were created, I'd strongly consider buying this game when it comes out.

[@highfive7689]

About things to do for Paras, have you seen a list of recreational things for paralives Paras to do actively, not rabbit -hole stuff. Like painting, pottery, and so on? Do you have an idea when they'll be releasing an "early release" of the game in 2025? Or will they wait for the full edition to be ready then release later in the year? I'm still concerned about that Para art style, it's as bad as the shoulder problems in Life for You frames were. In the woman clown the neck, has been drawn horribly ( 2: 01 ). 😵‍💫in the past I pointed out the horrible knee outlining as well. While I know it's not actual game footage, I am concern at the low art style they are producing. Cartoony is one thing but this isn't even good quality cartoony style art details. Look at a low grade cartoony game like "caravan sandwitch" - simple yet present to watch while playing. Later, Erin.

[@SimmerErin]

all good q's and I am afraid I am of little help. I don't know of a curated list of activities yet. They have only said the year as opposed to a month, likely cause they want to give themselves flexibility. I don't personally agree- I think LBY art was all over the place and I think this looks pretty good, but it's def subjective! I don't see them changing the paras loads, but they have tweaked them many time before when given feedback: for instance, they softened some of the outlines. So you can always give feedback. I do know the game will be cc compatible, though mods to dramatically change things are not now confirmed

[@highfive7689]

@@SimmerErin Ty, Erin!

[@DannyCrowley-rs3km]

I like the floor lamp and right pillow. What does bug me and always has. is the Paras themselves. I love the look of the entire game and will buy it but, I still do not like the way the Paras look like cartoon figures in a real world. All the objects are sharp and clear. Then you switch to a picture of a Para and it's suddenly a cheaply drawn cartoon of a human. Sims are cartoon people. Paras are people who are cartoons. I think it's the brown outline that gives them a cartoony fake, FLAT feel. Sims don't have an outline and feel rounded and 3D. The paras look and feel flat. I love to play those hidden object games where there is a list of objects in a picture that you need to find. I played one only once because they had placed a real object in a drawn picture. Needless to say, they were easy to find. Boring. I think the Paras need to look more 3D without an outline. The objects don't have outlines.

[@SimmerErin]

did you like any interaction of paras over other (like earlier designs etc

[@DannyCrowley-rs3km]

@@SimmerErin The actions and movements were fine. In some cases, better than the Sims. It's just their flat, cartoony look in a surrounding world that doesn't look flat or cartoony is really my only issue. Sims vs Paras is like watching Toy Story on TV vs reading it in a comic.

[@andyouwonderwhy5870]

I really dont like the graphics...

[@SimmerErin]

all of it, or a specific aspect?

[@boringfish]

Do you actually mean graphics or the art style? If you mean the latter, I agree with you. I don't really like the way the parafolk look. The graphics however look alright to me.

[@andyouwonderwhy5870]

@@boringfish The art style! I dont like the way the parafolk look. Like at all. the graphics are fine, I am sorry I misspoke. The art style is not my thing at all. It looks like a mobile game and they look very flat. Its just weird

[@andyouwonderwhy5870]

@@SimmerErin The art style, I misspoke. I find they look very flat and I just dont like it.