If you want to experience the true vision of Beasts in the Sun, you cannot find the v8 cut on YouTube or Vimeo. Animo Pron has deliberately gatekept this version.
Currently, the only way to view Episode 1 Supporter v8 is to subscribe to the Animo Pron Patreon at the "Therion Tier" ($12/month). Subscribers receive a DRM-free MP4 file, the original storyboards, and a PDF of the script.
Warning: Due to the graphic nature of the content (flesh wounds, intense psychological torture, and partial nudity in the Therion transformation sequences), this version is unrated. Viewer discretion is absolute.
This version uses standard Reddit formatting, emphasizes the "Supporter" exclusivity to generate hype, and asks an engaging question at the end to drive comments.
Title: [Animo Pron] Beasts in the Sun - Ep.1 Supporter v8 is finally here! 🔥
Body: The legend does it again. Animo Pron just dropped the v8 update for the Supporter cut of Beasts in the Sun - Episode 1, and the sheer level of detail is absolutely insane.
If you’ve been following this project, you know how much work goes into these updates. The lighting, the physics, and the raw rendering quality in v8 are on another level compared to the early versions. It really feels like the final polish before a potential public release.
Why v8 is a massive flex:
Huge respect to Animo for the endless hours of rendering this takes. If you're a supporter, you already know what's up—go watch it immediately.
For those waiting for the public drop, keep your eyes peeled, because if this is the supporter cut, the final version is going to break the internet.
Question for the thread: What’s your favorite camera angle or position Animo has done so far in the Beasts in the Sun series? Let me know below! 👇
For the average viewer, a "Supporter version" might seem like a cash grab. However, in the context of Beasts in the Sun, it is the definitive experience.
Beasts in the Sun - Ep.1 Supporter v8 is a triumph of adult animation. It avoids the common pitfall of style over substance by grounding its fantastical violence in genuine emotional stakes. Kaelen is a protagonist you root for even as you watch him self-destruct. Queen Varn is a villain you hate, not because she is evil, but because her logic (hoard water, enslave the weak) is cruelly pragmatic.
Rating: 9.5/10
Where to watch: Exclusively on Animo Pron (Supporter tier and above). A censored, standard edition is rumored to release on streaming platforms in Q4, but for the full visceral experience—and the stunning "V8 POV" sequence—the Supporter v8 edition is the definitive way to witness the birth of a new animated legend. Beasts in the Sun -Ep.1 Supporter v8- -Animo Pron-
Final line of the episode: "The sun doesn't set on the savanna, Kaelen. It just waits for you to stop running." — Queen Varn, as the Behemoth of Noon awakens.
Stay tuned for our breakdown of Ep.2 teaser: "The Salt Drinker’s Promise."
Beasts in the Sun (BITS) is an adult action-adventure and survival game developed by Animo Pron. Heavily inspired by the Tomb Raider series, the game focuses on exploration, environmental puzzles, and mature content within a high-fidelity 3D world. Narrative and Setting
The story follows Tara, a young woman who becomes stranded on a mysterious fictional archipelago in the Indian Ocean after a massive wave capsizes her ship. The environment is a lush, perilous landscape filled with ancient tombs, hostile creatures, and hidden secrets. As Tara, players must navigate these islands to uncover their history and find a way to survive. Gameplay Mechanics
Survival and Exploration: Players explore a semi-open world that includes various biomes and structures, such as a Blue Cave, an Egyptian Temple, and a Bunker.
Combat and Interaction: The game features combat against "beasts" and other threats. Players can use weapons, solve floor puzzles, and even ride a horse to ram enemies.
Mature Content: BITS is designed for adult audiences, featuring explicit scenes and a dynamic system that affects Tara's appearance, including wetness, dirt, and sand effects on her body and clothing. If you want to experience the true vision
Customization: Players can change the color of Tara's clothing and use clothing body morphs. Episode 1: Supporter v8 Features
The Supporter v8 (and subsequent v8.1) version represents a significant update to the first episode, focusing on both performance and content expansion:
Extended Ending: This version added a new section featuring a giant Minotaur statue that concludes Episode 1.
New Modes: A Gallery mode with three environments and a Shooting Range with challenges and bonus scenes were introduced. Technical Enhancements:
Improved first-person view and fixed character model animations in cutscenes.
Interactive environments, such as mirrors that can be broken by shooting them (which also improves frame rates by disabling extra camera rendering).
Graphics options to disable dynamic mirrors or foliage wind for better performance on mid-range hardware. Development and Community Huge respect to Animo for the endless hours