Strip Club Wars

How do I install and run StripClubWars?

The game is now distributed as a simple zip file without an installer. Unzip the files wherever you want, then run StripClubWars.exe from the extracted directory.

What should I do if clicking 'New Game' does nothing?

Ensure that all necessary directories (characters, data, local) are correctly unzipped in the same location as the .exe file. Verify that the scw.ini file looks like: Spoiler BaseDataDir=. Also check for a writable runtime subdirectory.

Why doesn't the game work with non-US regional settings?

The game requires US regional settings to function properly. Change your system's format to United States in the region settings.

How can I edit my save files and cheat?

Edit the config file located in the /runtime directory for various cheats, such as reducing stamina costs or speeding up building times.

Why can't I hire singers or dancers until the Topless law is implemented?

This is a bug where hiring certain roles requires the Topless law to be in place. It will be fixed in the next release as it involves code changes rather than data file adjustments.

How do I fix issues related to regional format settings?

Changing your regional format to 'English(USA)' should resolve any issues caused by differences in number formatting between US and European formats.

What is the best way to start a new game?

Start by hiring a bartender as soon as possible, set their working hours carefully to avoid low-traffic periods. Build a kitchen next, followed by a seating area and dressing room simultaneously. Once you have these basics, hire a singer or dancer to attract more customers, then add food services with a cook. Finally, build an entrance and hire a hostess to start charging cover fees.

How do I remove unwanted character images?

You can delete the files of characters whose images you don't like, but doing this while a game is in progress may cause errors. Ensure that the image filenames match exactly for correct display upon restarting and encountering the character again.

Why do I encounter NaN opinions from girls?

NaN opinions indicate an issue or bug with the game's interaction system, possibly due to incomplete features or bugs in the current version. Some actions like dating may not work as expected until further updates are released.

What is the limit for locker rooms and employees?

Currently, you can have up to 3 locker rooms and 36 employees. These limits will be increased in future updates as more images become available.

Gameplay Mechanics

• The cap for all attributes is 100 (most start from -100 but a few start at 0). Skills change when you read skill books or perform actions that use those skills. Abilities like strength and endurance change by working out, running in the park, etc.
• To hire an entertainer such as a singer, dancer, or stripper, you need to establish laws allowing entertainers, have a dressing room and seating area for customers, and post open jobs.
• Ensure you have enough locker rooms for new hires; otherwise, your bar will stop receiving job applications.
• Manage stamina carefully as it can deplete quickly and affect staff performance during work hours.
• Inventory management is crucial; food and drinks do not automatically restock even with marketing staff.

Troubleshooting

• If the New Game button does not work, check your Player.log file located at C:\Users\<your name>\AppData\LocalLow\Total Fluke Studios\StripClubWars. Share the first 100 lines of this log with support for analysis.

Progression Tips

• To test job reassignment, try assigning a female bartender or waitress to singer/dancer/stripper roles. If these options do not appear, it indicates missing rooms or laws.
• Posting open jobs is crucial for hiring people as entertainers.
• Hire a bartender as soon as possible and set the bar's operating hours to maximize customer traffic while minimizing costs.
• Build a kitchen after hiring a bartender, then construct a seating area and dressing room simultaneously.
• Once you have a seating area, hire a singer or dancer to attract more customers and improve cash flow.
• Hire a cook when you can afford it to start selling food items.

Relationship Management

• To have more than one girlfriend, consider changing the AI's opinion on having multiple partners. This may involve adjusting their lewdness level or other attributes to make them more open to such relationships.
• Monitor staff affection levels closely as they can drop unexpectedly without clear reasons.
• Consider adding variety to sex events with different positions or toys, though this is currently limited by the game's mechanics.
• Be aware that asexual and homosexual characters may not respond to relationship swaying techniques.