This guide covers the core narrative and gameplay elements for Honest Bond
, an adult-oriented visual novel developed by Hard Bone Games. Plot Overview
The story follows Oli, a young man dealing with the recent loss of his mother. While Oli originally intended to live a quiet life on his own, his Uncle, whom he hasn't seen in years, arrives with a different plan for him and his new family dynamic. Version 0.07a Features
As an early release, this version focuses on establishing the initial relationship paths and introducing core mechanics: Honest Bond -v0.07a- By Hard Bone Games
Narrative Progression: Focuses on Oli's introduction to his uncle's household and the initial "bonding" events with family members.
Smartphone System: The game features an interactive smartphone used for text messaging, receiving photos, and narrative triggers.
Choice-Based Gameplay: Early choices dictate character affinity, which will eventually lead to multiple planned endings. Getting Started This guide covers the core narrative and gameplay
Morning Routine: Most days begin in Oli's room. Check your phone immediately for messages that often trigger the day's main events.
Navigation: Use the map or room-to-room navigation to find characters. Events in early versions are often time-of-day dependent (Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Night).
Affinity: Focus on one character's dialogue options to unlock specific scenes. Spreading points too thin in early versions may stall progress in specific "bond" branches. Future Planned Content The Pitch A cyberpunk noir visual novel where
According to the official itch.io page, upcoming updates are slated to include: Real-time events that change based on in-game calendars. Video calling functionality within the smartphone app. Expanded support for Android and Mac platforms. Honest Bond by Hard Bone Games - Itch.io
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