Writing. Arguing.

Why not make two birds with one brick and write argument?

I really don't see how calling something a meme can be considered a legitimate counter-argument. I mean, yeah, there's the implication of it being popular due to group mentality, as memes generally are, but still I find it's a bit beside the point. Just say you don't like that person's idea, and elaborate on your reasoning for fuck's sake, please.

Don't tell me how to post, faggot.

I sleep at 12AM and get up at 5AM. Get on my level.

LMAO! I ONLY GET LIKE 5HR SLEEP CUZ SLEEP IS FOR OLD PPL THAT NOT YOUNG LIKE ME INCOLLEGE HAHAHA XDDDD MEME!!!! MEME XDDDD
STAY UP SMOKE WEED 430 ALL DAY ERRY DAY DRUNK AMIRITE?! XDD
GET ON MY LEVEL, #REKT

Jesus Christ, I hate people who brag about not getting enough sleep, worse than potheads. Clap, clap.

nice poll tbh op, smh fam, so tru 100 100 str8 slidin lol 👌

Really cool guy who makes cool posts.
EDIT: fuck that was meant for challenger not beetle

I understand :'''v(((

Is nice person with big happy heart.

"Neurodiverse"
That word gave me cancer.

I wish you a speedy recovery my friend

I FULLY SUPPORT THE DECISIONS MODERATORS MAKE ON THIS SITE

My ONLY wish in this world is to ABIDE by the FOURM LAWS EFFECTIVELY.[/i]

I pray EVERY night before bed that my posts have met the STANDARD OF QUALITY that the MODERATORS DESIRE.

PLEASE LET MY PSOTS BE GOOD ENOUGH PLEASE.

Do people still use vine? smh tbh (to be honest) fam

lol, Germany LITERALLY owns all of Europe and nobody says anything.

Cameron talks shit for five minutes and everybody starts having a seizure.

Imperator's decimation of legions.

Not the most numerically obviously but one of the worst ways to go about it.

So yeah, continuing on from yesterday...


I'm pretty sure you already have a vision for your game, right? Plot, characters, maybe music, environment and gameplay ideas.
You should focus on one of those especially, but don’t abandon the other elements.
Assuming you use RPG Maker, use the programming boundaries to your advantage. A few pixels in the right places can tell a wonderful (or horribly sad) story to those who are looking for it without the use of words. In which, in my opinion, lies the art of some of those games.

A great example of what I am talking about is Ib: http://www.vgperson.com/games/ib.htm
It’s quite obvious what the focus of this game is after either playing it or watching a playthrough;
Its story. It is about a little girl, Ib, that finds herself in a painting after she went to the museum with her parents. In there she has to try to survive the treacherous dangers of the painted world, while most of the artworks want her untimely demise. Luckily enough she finds a red rose that corresponds to her current well-being and whenever the rose regains its blooming state after being put in a vase with water Ib herself feels better too. Eventually she meets other people who are trapped in the painted world… (presumably).
While there are many different locations you’ll visit in the painted world, it still follows a consistent aesthetic. Nothing seems out of place or weird in some way. (An example for a game that has a weird/contradicting aesthetic would be ‘Mario is missing’ on the NES.
Anyways depending on how you interact with the environment and other characters you get a better understanding of the situation you are in and maybe even learn some hidden truths (I mean now you can read about that stuff on the Internet but that’s besides the point).
The game is relatively slow and so I is the music. It also convey a sense of mystery of this weird world you are trapped in.
You can try it out yourself – it’s free and a single playthrough doesn’t take long.

About my points:
‘Loveable Characters’
It’s not as much as that they should be loveable, but convincing/believable.
Make a profile for the major characters of your game. What is their background, what are their hobbies, their fear, their quirks? Does it match with their design? They should always have a reason for their actions. If you plan a character out that way it’s it a lot easier for you to let him/her respond to the events of the story. For side/unimportant characters you can just look at TVTropes and use some of the tropes – I mean, of course I’d appreciate it if you take your time to plan out your side characters too.
For example a tired, old veteran, will have a rather cynical view on the world, maybe they have a fear of losing close friends, like he once did in a war, thus he shuts himself off of society. Maybe he went AWOL and now lives on the street. Maybe he has a drinking problem. And he does look the part; rugged, ruffled hair, old scars and other injuries from war.
You can take the same background but make him a man who often jokes and laughs, maybe too often; as a way for him to cope with what he experienced.
Or he’s actually finished dealing with this part of his life and can act as a sort of mentor figure.
There are many possibilities.

The player character is a different kind of calibre though. If you plan to let player explore freely then it’d be better to use a rather blank slate, and let people name the character.
Maybe plan out multiple general personalities for the PC.
If the player acts brutal in most instance make the NPC be scared and/or abhor the PC (doesn’t necessarily apply to all NPC. Some might approve of it). Maybe even take the control of the player character in scripted instances that reflect the previous actions of the player (I just really appreciate that kind of thing in games since it makes choices matter).

Firstly, may I thank you for your well-constructed and considerate answer.

I see the truth in what you say and your advice is most wise. Due to my lack of core-programming skills however, I will be using the RPGmaker you mentioned. To make up for this I will try to focus my creative energy on the art, music and most importantly (in my opinion) the characters and story. As you have said, I do indeed have a very comprehensive view of the world and story. So much so that the RPG I intend to make has stemmed from the characters created in a novel I am writing. I believe if the game has a compelling story, with an immersive world, the player should feel as if they got their money's worth. And that is my ultimate goal, to have players enjoy a story I have created. And that the players will be happy with what they bought.

 If this project is completed, I will be sure to gift you a copy in way of thanks.

 

I am so done with these fucking permavirgin losers

Why were you invovled with them to begin with if you hate them so?

Remind me again why that whole site hasn't been shut down?

Freedom of speech.

Quote from: OnionBeetle on October 05, 2015, 12:01:02 PM

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What would you like to see in an 8bit RPG? What would make you buy one for 2$$???

A quick to the point trailer, showcasing the setting and elements of the game, which also compliemnts the overall mood of the game.
Rogue Legacy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0DKxOEikTs
Snappy, humorous like the game itself and showing almost all of the features that make this game special (the changing dungeon, the adventurer's quirks, the castle and the legacy system). While there's a lot of text thrown at you at the beginning, you don't feel overwhelmed by it since the important text is clearly more emphasised.

Lisa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-kT5SDifCU
I can't really say much about it (since it just the second time I've seen this one) - it simply leaves you with an impression you won't forget so easily. And frankly it makes me want to explore this twisted world.

If trailers aren't an option try to make some screenshots that capture what you want your game to convey.

Thank you, those were of great help. I should be able to make trailer for game, since I have the software, but my editing skills are not the best they could be. Anyway, if I make trailer I will post here and you can see if you like it or not.

Well that's a good goal. I hope it goes well for you and lets you improve.
You should post details when you start making it.

Thank you, if game is published, I will give free copies to all on this site (If I can figure out how to) 

Depends.  Are you making it in RPGmaker/GameMaker?

I first tried to code the game myself in Unity but I soon realise I have not enough knowledge. I could only make basic jumping and movement scripts. However, I made very nice art and original music, so i think that is strong point.

To answer you question friend, I would more than likely use what you mentioned, but I would do my very best to incorporate as much as my original ideas, music and art as I could to replace my lack of coding skills.

Make a 8-bit game about Red Pandas and being a Ree Panda. Everything must be about and for the Red Pandas. You will become the Red Panda god in the game.

It will be priced at $9.

If game is made with success, I will make Red Panda enemy with super-powerful stats for you. Maybe he could drop good treasure.