In fact, Genex Love was their game with the most updates, 1 every three months, this was clear to the patrons. We f2p waited an extra month or when a caped hero leaked the game on f95zone, which was tough, but it happened time in time. Either way, again, you should focus on one project at a time as a solo developer, to reduce your workload and improve your health.
It’s completely understandable that personal issues can interfere with work, especially illness, as there’s no set schedule or timeline… especially in something as demanding as game development, especially with complicated health situations.
However, this could be a sign that it might be worth reviewing the development plan and considering changes to the update strategy. Keeping players informed about progress and realistic deadlines can help create expectations that are more in line with reality.
While you may not have the resources or confidence to hire or work with someone else, you may want to consider alternative support options, such as collaborating with other developers on a temporary basis, working on job boards, or even seeking creative partnerships that can help keep the work flowing even during tough times.
If finances are a major obstacle, you may want to explore alternative ways to raise funds. Consider a steady job to provide a more stable life for yourself and your family. A steady job provides a predictable income and can alleviate the financial stress you’re facing. With a secure source of income, you wouldn’t have to rely solely on monetizing your game to support your family.
With your income secure, you could reinvest it into improving your project, such as development team or tools for larger updates, increasing your long-term return. Additionally, without relying on your game’s profits, you would have more time to take care of your health and maintain the quality of your project. And having a steady job would allow you to truly evaluate your game’s potential without compromising your current financial stability.
Anyway, 2024 really wasn't your year. But don't let that discourage you, focus on one project and take it slow and gradual. Don't overwhelm yourself, take better care of your health and look for alternatives.
And may 2025 be better than this year for you, That's my best wishes for you!