**Hey B.E.S.T.I.E.S!**
A quick update on the progress of the episode!
So, the match is finally over. It was a huge part of the episode, with animations and a lot of images.
We’ve added variations based on your choices in previous episodes (whether you trained or not, etc.), and the outcome depends on these choices… but not only that!
We’ve also completed what we talked about last time:
**THE SPECIALIZATION TREE!**
This system unlocks before the match and allows you to "specialize" once you reach 10 points in a chosen branch.
For example, if you have 10 points in Sports, you can unlock the SPORTS specialization.
During the match, there is a unique action tied to this specialization, which changes the way the match plays out.
So, the match has variations based on both your past choices AND the specialization(s) you have activated!
In the next episode, we’ll be adding **talents** to these specializations. That means every 5 points, you’ll be able to unlock additional talents, which will provide extra content depending on what you activate.
All of this helps give more weight to the stats in the game and allows for greater customization of your character!
### Now that the match is over, what’s left to do?
- We have **2 more scenes** to complete in terms of renders and animations.
- Translations need to be done.
- Music and sound effects need to be integrated.
**And that’s it!**
We are still aiming for a release **after Steam’s March festivals and sales**.
Once Steam provides the exact dates we can use, I’ll share more details about the episode’s release in the next update!
Lastly, we will be doing the company’s **financial review** for this first year. I’ll share some insights on the financial side of things to remain transparent with you all!
Alright, we still have some work left before the episode is complete, so I’ll leave you here for now! See you soon!!!
**Dolyla**