Sluttown USA: Hometown Corruption

How do I fix the bug in Jessica's path?

Download the latest bugfix to resolve issues with repeating text during paperwork for Jessica's path.

What is the issue with Elliot after reaching hypno level 3?

After reaching hypno level 3, Elliot can only be progressed using the app regardless of charge levels or time of day. This may also coincide with a black screen issue for Jessica.

How do I progress NPCs in the game?

Refer to the game guide for progression details. Time and location affect whether using the app will have an effect on NPCs. For example, Jessica requires two stages: first attune her in the teachers lounge then call her into your office later.

What happens after meeting Elliot?

After meeting and talking to Elliot, a new computer option appears to learn coding, which increases the max charge increase possible from the charging game. A new NPC is introduced once you reach a certain point in the coding game.

How can I quickly progress through the coding game?

You can manually adjust SugarCube.State.variables.charge to skip grinding, but this should be used with caution as it may disrupt gameplay balance.

How can I increase the time limit for typing words in the game?

To extend the time limit, edit the HTML file and search for 'timed 3s'. Adjust the duration as needed (e.g., change '3s' to a higher number) depending on your progress in the coding section. For early stages with a max charge of 5, use 3 seconds; for later stages with charges up to 8 or 12, increase it to 4 seconds.

What should I do if I can't find the map menu button?

Check your Images/Nav folder for a file named MapMenu.jpg. This image acts as the map menu button. If missing or corrupt, download and place it correctly to proceed.

How do I interact with Jessica's path if there are issues?

Download the 'jess only update' HTML file from the front page and place it in the same folder as your images. Ensure you have the correct build by checking for recent updates or downloading a more recent version.

How do I progress through Karlee's bag scenario?

Look for a small icon at the bottom right of the room picture to access outside locations and move forward in the game.

Progression Tips

• To progress an NPC, pay attention to time and location as they can affect whether using the app will have an effect.
• For most characters, hypnosis is a two-stage process: attunement followed by moving things along. The attunement stage shows a percent progress indicator at the bottom of the resulting passage.
• Jessica's progression involves 'app'ing her in the teachers lounge and then going back to your office to 'call in Jessica'. This can be done on weekdays in the morning and afternoon.
• Talking to Elliot increases charge rewards from the charging game. Learning coding after this will increase the maximum charge increase possible.
• Complete the paper writing stage early in the game by ensuring you have taught a class and met the two students. This should occur during a weekday afternoon when she automatically knocks on your office door.
• After completing the initial stages, progress to the next phase with at least 20 phone charge. The exact location for this interaction may vary between the lounge or your office.
• To advance further in the game, focus on attuning and progressing her relationship in the lounge before moving to subsequent phases in your office.

Charge Management

• The default value for using the app is 5 charge points. If you have less than this, it won't work.
• If you use more charge than needed, any surplus will be returned to your phone after setting attunement to 100%.
• To avoid grinding, impatient players can adjust SugarCube.State.variables.charge directly in the console.
• Maintain a sufficient phone charge level (at least 20) to unlock and complete certain stages of progression.
• Check Thursday morning with at least 20+ charge to look into the bathroom for an important interaction.

Gameplay Troubleshooting

• Ensure you have a fresh copy of the game files if previous save files do not work.
• The 'Learn how to code' mini-game may be bugged, causing it to skip ahead in time without adding charge. Complete the mini-game once and then manually progress through the stages.
• If stuck with Karlee's bag, check for a map menu button or small icon at the bottom right of the room picture to access outside locations.