The Bum
JTStudioVersion: v0.7.5 Beta
Game Info
Name: The Bum
Version: v0.7.5 Beta
Updated: 2024-04-17 16:58:28
Engine: Ren'Py
Platform: Linux, MacOS, Windows
Genre: 3DCG, Anal Sex, Animated, Big Ass, Big Tits, Creampie, footjob, Graphic Violence, Groping, Handjob, Interracial, Male Protagonist, Milf, multiple endings, Oral Sex, Point & Click, Point and Click, Sandbox, Teasing, Vaginal Sex
Description
The Bum: From Rock Bottom to Redemption (Age Restricted Content)
JTStudio’s “The Bum” throws you into the unforgiving underbelly of society, where survival hinges on cunning, desperation, and the unexpected kindness of strangers (or not-so-strangers). You take on the role of Marco, a recently released ex-cartel member, thrust back into a world that seems to have moved on without him. Fresh out of prison, you’re broke, homeless, and haunted by the ghosts of your past. The once-glamorous world of the cartel has given way to the harsh reality of being a bum on the streets.
The Bum isn’t your typical redemption story. While Marco yearns for a normal life, the path forward is littered with temptations and challenges. The criminal underworld still beckons, offering a twisted sense of familiarity and the promise of quick cash. However, a new world unfolds on the streets – a diverse community of fellow bums, hustlers, and even a few kind souls who offer a glimmer of hope.
The game features a rich cast of characters, each struggling to survive in their own way. There’s Layla, a streetwise hustler with a sharp mind and a surprisingly generous heart. You’ll encounter hardened criminals, remnants of your past life, tempting you back into the fold. Even the seemingly indifferent bystanders on the street can play a role, offering a chance encounter or a cruel reminder of your fallen status.
The Bum explores the complexities of human resilience and the blurred lines between survival and morality. Will Marco succumb to the temptations of his past, resorting to criminal activity to get by? Or will he find the strength to forge a new path, utilizing his resourcefulness and street smarts to build a legitimate life? The game offers a branching narrative with a focus on adult themes and the harsh realities of life on the streets. Will you explore a potentially romantic connection with Layla, seeking solace and support in her company? Perhaps the key lies in navigating the social hierarchy of the homeless community, forming alliances and learning to survive on your wits.
The Bum is a unique and potentially controversial experience. It blends a gritty exploration of homelessness with a liberal approach to adult themes and the formation of unconventional bonds. Are you ready to walk in Marco’s shoes and navigate the treacherous world of The Bum? Will you choose redemption and forge a new path, or will you succumb to the darkness and remain a product of your past? The choice is yours, but remember, on the streets, survival often comes at a cost.
Disclaimer: This game is not suitable for everyone. Due to the explicit content and the potentially sensitive topic, it’s crucial to consider your comfort level before playing.
Changelog
v0.7.5 Beta Hot Fix 1:
- Balanced the fight with Enrique at Garnett’s house (it became easier to defeat him)
- Fixed a bug when playing Hot Spot with Garnett(an error appeared that did not allow you to go further)
- bug fixed (the screen with Garnett’s stats was not removed after exiting the event on the street)
v0.7.5 Beta:
- Added new story Ines(The passage is varied and complex. Content with Bridet also included)
- Added continuation of Garnett’s story(The passage is varied and complex)
- Added bonus scene with Maria and Eddy 18+ (available without cheats)
- Fixed a bug after the fight with Eddy and Diego during Abigail’s story(The fight ended incorrectly)
- Added 3 new characters (Ines, Manuel and Rico)
- New fights added(City streets have become even more dangerous)
- Added event with Eddy in the bank
- Start NTR path for Bridjet and Ines included(Completely avoidable)
- Fixed a bug with the lack of animation in the background during the trip home with Garnett from the bank
- Fixed several bugs in the interface (some tips were not displayed correctly)
- Some points in the stories of Bridjet and Garnett have been improved for the game without cheats.
- Added bonus renders with Barbara in 4k
- Added bonus renders with Ines in 4k
- Added bonus renders with Beidjet in 4k
- Added bonus renders with Karen in 4k
- Fixed some minor bugs in Bridjet’s story
- Some scenes with girls in cheap apartments were remade (graphics improved)
- Added photos to the smartphone gallery
- You can now meet Bridjet and Ines at Cafe Nubes
- Fixed a bug with Bella appearing at Nestor’s house after she was kidnapped
- Fixed a bug when completing Bella’s story during the 18+ scene, renderings were not displayed correctly (in some places)
v0.7.2 Beta:
- Added continuation of Martha’s story
- Added continuation of Jennifer’s story
- Fixed a bug with one of the bonus renders with Jennifer in a cafe. (There was an initialization error)
- Fixed several spelling errors in Barbara’s story
- Many new hints have been added to the game
- The training system in the gym has been changed
- New buttons added
- Fixed a bug during the dialogue with Jennifer in the gym (the wrong picture was displayed)
- Added private dance in a strip club from Karen
- A bug with incorrect music playback after Martha event in the store(+18) has been removed.
- Removed a bug with music during the event with Martha in the store (The music stopped playing)
- Improved many dialogues during the passage of Marta’s story
- Improved dialogue with the police (checking documents)
- Improved navigation and UI
- Several scenes with Bella were redone(Improved graphics and changed model)
- Improved stat system
- The karma system has been refined and improved (a hidden parameter that affects the passage of the main storylines)
- Fixed several bugs in the dialogue with Teo (some pictures were displayed incorrectly)
- The code for opening achievements in the game in the form of bonus renders in 4k has been refined and improved (the problem with opening bonuses on Mac operating systems has been fixed)
- Fixed a bug when buying a smartphone in a store (the text was displayed incorrectly)
- Changed, stylized graphics of the main city map
- Added the ability to switch music tracks in the NUBES cafe using a smartphone
- Added bonus renderer with Bella in 4k
- Fixed several logical bugs in the dialogue with Diego in the gateway
- Added bonus scene with Maria and Diego (available without cheats)
- The game has been compressed to be smaller and more accessible.
- Removed a bug that spend money incorrectly in a restaurant with Garnett
- Fixed a bug where Bella was doing yoga (the marker appeared, but Bella was missing)
- The bug with Flamingo appearing on the street after being killed has been removed.
- Improved car use menu
v0.7 Hot Fix 1:
- Fixed a bug with the inability to complete Bridjet’s story at stage 4 (during the dialogue with Enrique)
- Fixed a bug in the dialogue with Bridjet in the Bank in her office.
v0.7 Beta:
- Added continuation of Bridjet’s story.
- Added many small video inserts
- Improved introduction
- The salary system when working in a bank has been reworked and balanced
- The system for regressing relationships with characters has been reworked and balanced
- Improved communication with Licinia in the car dealership
- Now the police can stop you while you are driving to check your documents.
- Many scenes with Martha in the store have been replaced with new ones (improved graphics)
- The store location has been replaced with a new one (improved graphics)
- Added a new location – Cafe Nubes
- Made some changes to the interaction with Catalina in the cafe
- The mechanics of the car have been changed (Now your car will not disappear if you have not paid insurance and tax)
- Added bonus scene with Catalina in cheap apartments (18+)
- Added bonus scene (18+) with Karen and Gordon in Karen’s room
- Minor adjustments have been made to the tips in Maria’s story
- A bug with freezing information about damage during a fight with Harry in a store has been removed.
- Added bonus scene with Barbara and Harry in the bathroom (18+) – available without cheat mode
- Fixed several syntax errors in Barbara’s story
- Expanded 18+ scene after Cafe with Abigail
- Now if you come to work on time your reputation will increase
- A huge number of bonus 4k renders have been added – available without cheat mode
- Added content for your smartphone
- Fixed several logical errors related to the display of scenes when communicating with Bridget (in some scenes the display was incorrect)
- Now you can get a salary increase for a good job at a bank
- Added bonus scene with Bridjet in the car (18+) – available without cheat mode
- Added bonus scene with Bridjet in the bank (18+) – available without cheat mode
- Added many new soundtracks
- A new karma system has been developed and implemented (Now you need to be more careful with what you do).
- Reworked sprites in some locations (improved graphics)
- Changes have been made to the bank’s payment system. Now the price will be more adapted to the realities of the game.
- Using any cheats will lead to a decrease in karma level. Use cheats only when absolutely necessary, if you cannot do without them.
- Fix a bug with a missing dialogue marker with Karen at her house on Friday.
- Fixed a bug with Jacqueline’s sprite not being displayed correctly during her visit to the cheap apartments (event with Maria)
- Removed a bug with displaying Barbara’s stat parameters during the 18+ scene in cheap apartments
- Remove the bug with the help button not working when completing Barbara’s story (stage 2)
v0.6.5 Beta:
- Added expansion (continuation) of Nestor’s story (18+ content included)
- Adriana’s story has been expanded (18+ content has been added).
- Added a short story of Dilara with different passage options(This is just the beginning of her story)
- Jennifer’s new story added(18+ ontent included)
- Added bonus content 18+ with Maria (In Nestor’s story) – available without cheat mode
- Added two new locations
- Fixed a bug with the sprite of Karen and Diego not being displayed on the street near cheap apartments
- Fixed game logic in conversation with Jorge
- Added new buttons
- Added new icons
- Added new items
- Fixed a bug in the dialogue with Jacqueline in the apartment (a dialogue with Karen appeared)
- The game now offers the opportunity to get a driver’s license
- New car ownership mechanics have been introduced(Now you can purchase and use a car that will give you many advantages).
- Changes have been made to the passage of Bella (Event at Salazar’s villa)
- Added several hints to Bella’s passage
- Fixed several syntax errors in Bella’s passage
- Fixed several bugs in Martha’s passage (The 18+ scene will be more accessible)
- A bug in the conversation with Flamingo during a big deal has been removed (an initialization error appeared).
- Removed a bug with the appearance of a sprite (Bella’s children) during a search of a shelf in Nestor’s house
- The general hint system has been reworked
- A new system for paying insurance and car taxes has been added to the game
- Fixed several important bugs when completing Barbara’s story
- fixed a bug with the appearance of an incorrect sprite when applying for a job at a bank
- Fixed a bug with the appearance of incorrect render in Bridget’s office(red dress)
- Added the ability to order a private dance in a strip club (Dilara)
- Changed game logo (added opening intro video)
- Added new bonus renders in 4k(Adriana, Jennifer, Dilara, Licinia, Esmeralda, Bridjet) for players who play without cheats(This feature currently works correctly only on versions for Windows)
- Fixed a bug with the strip club not working correctly (opening hours)
- Added new shopping mechanics in the store
- Interface partially changed
- Fixed a bug when searching for garbage near the strip club
- Fixed a bug with Maria’s stage being lowered during Adriana’s story.
- Removed a bug with the event in Jennifer’s cafe (in The bum mode). The logic of the dialogue was incorrect.
- Fixed a bug with the screen not closing during a conversation with Pedro at the bank
- Small changes have been made to the passage of Franciska’s story (now scenes 18+ will be more accessible)
- Removed the bug of music duplication during the passage of Nestor’s story (event in the bank where he is on his knees)
- Removed several visual bugs when moving around locations
- Fixed several bugs in dialogues with Bridjet in her penthouse
- Adjusted and slightly changed the interface in many events where alcohol is used.
- Fixed several graphical bugs in Nestor’s walkthrough.
- A gallery with Bridjet has been added to the smartphone
- Fixed a bug in the dialogue with Jacqueline in cheap apartments (the wrong sprite was displayed)
- Fixed a bug in the dialogue with Jennifer on the beach (the wrong sprite was displayed)
- Removed a bug in the dialogue with Jennifer in the gym locker room (it was transferred to the dialogue of her training sessions)
- Removed a bug with Jennifer where she could be on the beach and in the gym at the same time
Installation Guide
1. Extract and run.
Developer Notes
The game contains scenes of violence and blood(Strictly +18).
The game contains scenes of an erotic nature! (Strictly +18)
Write about the found bugs in the discord.
Achievements in the form of Bonus 4k renders will not work in the MAC versions.
I want you to understand that despite a lot of content and changes, the game is still in early development. There will be bugs! This is inevitable with such amount of work. The more feedback, wishes, and even complaints I get from you, the better and faster we will balance it, and make the game stable and playable for everyone!
All bugs, wishes, and complaints that we received from feedback have been fixed or corrected.
In this version of the game, there may be problems with old saves .
You will definitely have questions. Write to Discord. As usual, I will try to pay attention to everyone
Have a nice day and great mood!
A huge thank to everyone who supports this project!
Best regards from JTStudio!
ENJOY THE GAME!