Hello Ayumi fans! I just wanted to start off by saying thank you! What once started off as being a simple 48 hour project I did to challenge myself and then move on to something else, has become a beloved game that actually has a dedicated fanbase to it! I've been seeing all you guys make theories, YouTube videos, and even fanart! When I made FTWA, I pretty much just figured it'd fade into obscurity. But you guys showed me differently by still playing and supporting ever since release! So, I just want to thank you for the love you've all shown! :)

Now as a thank you to all of you dedicated Ayumi fans, I wanted to share the news about the current plans for the future of FTWA. ,Which is I want give the game a massive rehaul and list it on Steam! this will include new code, music, gameplay, lore, art, soundFX and hopefully much more! Release is currently planned for mid summer of 2021, with potential free DLC in October, but release may get extended to October instead depending on how development goes. Pricing is unclear currently, but I'm not really looking to make a profit with this game and I want to make it as cheap as possible, so it'll likely be between $1-$5. I plan on spending a few more dev hours on the current built of the game, polish and tie up loose ends. then release a prototype finale before starting work on the new Ayumi.

If you like the sound of this, and would like to help in the development of FTWA, there are a few things you can do. For starters, you can now make a donation on the game's Itch.io page. Every cent that gets donated to the project goes straight to the game! (mostly for assets). I plan on sending a key for the release to everyone who donates $2+. and a spot in the credits for $5+. Anything more than that is always appreciated though! If you don't have any money and want to help, I am in dire need of assets. This includes things such as music, art, cover art, sound FX, and voice lines (possibly). If you specialize in any of these categories, or really anything that could help the game like suggestions or lore. you can email ayumidev@gmail.com or send a tweet at https://twitter.com/AyumiDev. Everyone who delivers assets suitable for the game also will get a free key and a spot in the credits! If you don't have any money or game development talents, that's okay! You can still support the game by continuing to follow and share the game! I want to be as generous as I possibly can be, so I'm going to try and give out as many keys as possible to those who supported me before release. Things like fanart and positive criticism really inspire me to push forward on this project and are the reason I even want to try and make this a fully fleshed out project!

And I wanted to send off by saying one more thank you. For showing me how much you guys enjoy this series. You all make me see what potential Ayumi can blossom into. I've never done anything like this before,  but you've all showed me that we can make something great here! So thank you for continuing to support Fun Times with Ayumi!