: Feature small, repeatable interactions that signify intimacy without grand gestures—like morning coffee routines or checking in after a long day. 4. Technical Integration: The "Relationship Memory"
: Replace "Good/Bad" choices with "Perspective A/Perspective B." Both characters should have valid points, making the resolution feel earned rather than scripted.
: Storylines shouldn't just be about winning or losing an argument; they should be about the cost of the resolution. (e.g., "We spend the holidays with your family, but I get to choose our next vacation.")