Back with April's issue of Monthly Dev Diaries where you can read short, monthly updates on College Craze’s progress. This is a special entry because I’m also sharing the announcement of Chapter 6 of College Craze being launched!
What can you look forward to in Chapter 6
Chapter 6 will have a big in-game day, it includes 110k+ words, 70 new CGs, new characters and sprites for existing characters, and two voice-acted appearances by @VonNecros and @thedomphotog that vary depending on previous choices.
The average play time is 5hr+ for one route play through, so you can have a lot of fun replaying the different plot lines! Plot-wise, you’ll have plenty of shifting emotions during Parents Weekend and wild times during off-campus outings. You’ll be able to advance romantically with some characters and wreak havoc in the lives of others. Your decisions on the donor dinner will have a big impact on this new update, are you ready for what’s coming?
People who’ve played before are familiar with this but it bears repeating for new folks, not all plot points can be seen in a single playthrough because your choices significantly alter the narrative and resulting situations. Remember there are shortcuts explained on the game’s load screen in addition to the skip system to help players who want to do multiple playthroughs get through content they’ve already seen quicker.
That being said, here are the following dates for the release of Chapter 6 for my patrons:
Dropouts & Alumni - Chapter 6 is Available NOW!
Seniors & Juniors - Receive Chapter 6 on May 10th at 12 PM EST
The Patreon tier benefits have changed, so Sophomores will only have access up to Chapter 5 due to the considerable amount of content out as of now. Sophomores and up still get sneak peeks, bonus content, and special-edition merch, as well as lore posts, character interviews, scene checklists, and access to a fun community. Juniors and up will receive all new content every release from this point forward.
We’ve got a few bloggers and streamers who’ll be sharing College Craze on their platforms next month, so be sure to show them some love by popping into their streams and/or liking their blog posts. You’ll be hearing about them on the CC socials!
If you want to get postcards and stickers delivered directly to your doorstep (int’l addresses accepted too!), consider joining as a Junior or higher. Recently, I’ve put out goodies for fans of Jace, Ruby, Bryce, Prof, and Jay, with character and location-themed designs rolling out every month!
May’s postcard is a rain photoshoot theme with Jay and Triggs.
And the sticker designs for May feature Triggs, a Sweetbean Cafe, and an April “You’re just a peach, aren’t ya?” sticker.
Need more character content in the meantime? Read Jay’s, Jace’s, Gabe’s, and Prof’s character interviews!
If you haven’t already, make sure to check the new and improved FAQ page. If you’ve found yourself confused by saves, installs, the CG gallery, plot points, or anything else, you can check it out here!
Two new official platforms for College Craze discussion are available: the CC fandom wiki and r/CollegeCraze on Reddit. If you’d like to chime in and add notes, character trivia, or fanworks, feel free to do so!
I hope these communities can be a healthy space for discussion and sharing. And of course, please do not post any patron-only content to the wiki or subreddit.
That’s all for now. See you next month!