From: Maya Chen <maya@lanternfoxgames.com>
To: Eli Navarro <eli@lanternfoxgames.com>
Subject: Updated milestone plan for Hollow Harbor
Date: August 1, 2026

Hi Eli,

I reviewed the latest build and think we’re in good shape to move into closed testing next week. The new tide system feels much clearer, and the revised lighthouse sequence finally gives players enough direction without overexplaining it.

There are still three issues I’d like us to address before sending keys: the save bug after the ferry encounter, controller focus disappearing in the inventory, and the frame-rate drop in the market during rain. If those are fixed by Wednesday, I can prepare the tester guide and send the build to our first group on Friday.

Also, the festival submission deadline is August 18. I’ll handle the trailer and store copy, but I need two clean gameplay captures from the current build by August 10.

Thanks,
Maya

> On July 31, 2026, Eli Navarro wrote:
> The ferry save issue is reproducible now. I’ve got a fix in progress and should have it ready for tomorrow’s build.