Indie in a Week 4!

[Rinoazelda 287]

Tomorrow is holiday for me, I won't be able to work on this game. Can I get an extra day? Just kidding. I know it's impossible. I'll try and get time.

[Rikifive 3,411]

In case if somebody don't know ~

 

I've added a silly timer to the calendar event, that will more or less show the remaining time. I'll try to update it as much accurately as I can, but keep in mind, that it may be kinda off by up to few hours.

 

 

Note: The image above is automatically updated ~ so you can take it anywhere you want.

[_____ 214]

In case if somebody don't know ~

 

I've added a silly timer to the calendar event, that will more or less show the remaining time. I'll try to update it as much accurately as I can, but keep in mind, that it may be kinda off by up to few hours.

 

 

Note: The image above is automatically updated ~ so you can take it anywhere you want.

Wow Riki, how did you make an automatically updating image like that?

[Deathtroth 9]

Welp...


Just tried logging onto the computer that had this new game I was making. It Black Screen of Deathed. So not only did I lose the 10 hours of work I had done for this contest, I just lost my 700 Hour project as well. With no computer to make the game I have to drop out.

Jesus.


GG - One year of my life down the tubes - Steam cloud saved nothing. 

So this might be Goodbye for awhile as well, since I only made 800 dollars last year and have made nothing this year, I can't afford a new computer to redo all of this... 

-_-'

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@Kirimash

EDIT: Is it okay to use before-the-contest characters? I made one I would like to use it.

 
If you mean resources (graphics, etc.);

<Can I make my own resources for my game before the contest starts?>
As for your resources, anything made before the contest is fair game, you can use any of it since you obviously have your own permission.
However, if you make the resources with the intention to use it for your game that will be submitted for this contest, you cannot use it. Anything that you make solely for your contest game before the contest starts is not allowed. You would be effectively be "working" on your game for more than a week.

Sure, you can say you intended to use it for another game, and this just happened to come by. If that's the truth, okay.

But if you started to make things after this topic was posted and before the contest starts with the intention of using it in your contest game later... Well, we can't stop you. Nor can we read your intentions and know the truth. But keep in mind that you'll be cheating.

Again, if you already had the resource made before IIAW was even announced, it is allowed. But if you made it with the intention of using it for your IIAW game later, that's not allowed.
 

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@Deathtroth
Yes, Steam DLC is allowed. Even if you had bought it before the contest began, it wouldn't count as "making" resources since it's already there.

 

Thanks for reply.

[magic2345 252]

Just tried logging onto the computer that had this new game I was making. It Black Screen of Deathed. So not only did I lose the 10 hours of work I had done for this contest, I just lost my 700 Hour project as well. With no computer to make the game I have to drop out.

 

I suggest you try pulling out your hard disk and try plugging it into another computer. The data should still be saved inside. If you don't know what you're doing, preferably go to a computer shop for help. Good luck!

[Rikifive 3,411]

Wow Riki, how did you make an automatically updating image like that?

Actually I'm updating it manually ~ but from your point of view it will be automatic.

 

 

Welp...

(...)

Awww sorry to hear that ~~  but your data may not be lost ~ it is possible to retrieve that like magic said ~ unless your hard disk broke. =/

[+ Asharonapaul 276]

did we solve the issues? I have an idea that will be nothing useful I'm afraid.... sigh

[Rinoazelda 287]

I didn't work at all yesterday. It was holiday, so I was busy with "home work". Fortunately, I have more time today. Wish me luck.

 

EDIT: My submission for Indie in a Week is half done. Now to the other half? What about you guys?

Edited May 27, 2016 by Kirimash

[+ Crescent 474]

Won't be joining this time, but good luck to everyone~!

[Chaximel 45]

Ah, wish I'd knew this sooner... *smacks everything*

[Loriesquare 203]

Ah, wish I'd knew this sooner... *smacks everything*

Don't worry, there will be a next one. IIAW 5! (roughly bi-monthly, assuming there are no problems on Jackus's side)

 

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About my IIAW game, well... It pretty much has the amount of work you could do in half a day. XD

Edited May 28, 2016 by Eien Nanashi

[+ Takeo212 1,079]

@Eien: Same xD

 

I keep getting to distracted with life (I only started actually working on it yesterday) and then my friend appears out of no where wanting to hang out. Dang it, he knows I have game deadlines! *shakes fist*

I actually have a solid story I wanna go for now (instead of being unsure and changing everything every five minutes) so I hope to actually get a game out this time around~

 

I look forward to playing and seeing everyones games too ^^

[Seriel 830]

Ah, wish I'd knew this sooner... *smacks everything*

Like Eien said, I run this contest every month or two, assuming there's no problems.

Hope to see you next time!

[LordSquirrel 150]

I'm gonna have to dropout sadly. I won't be able to get really anything done by the specified date. Best of wishes to everyone else.

 

*EDIT*

 

THEY'RE FORCING ME TO CONTINUE! SOMEONE HELP!

Edited May 28, 2016 by LordSquirrel

[Rinoazelda 287]

@Eien: Same xD

 

I keep getting to distracted with life (I only started actually working on it yesterday) and then my friend appears out of no where wanting to hang out. Dang it, he knows I have game deadlines! *shakes fist*

I actually have a solid story I wanna go for now (instead of being unsure and changing everything every five minutes) so I hope to actually get a game out this time around~

 

I look forward to playing and seeing everyones games too ^^

 

Yeah, and I am still at the intro.

[Rikifive 3,411]

... I literally have spent 3 days on programming hitboxes - and it still is buggy/uncompleted ~ My mind is blowing due to amount of maths in here ~ What I've got myself into? D:

[+ Takeo212 1,079]

@Kirimash: I'm actually currently still making my intro. Was to busy making the resources/edits and fixing up plugins and databasing, as well as collecting the music I want to use xD

 

Now all I really need to do is event the actual game with some additional tweaks here and there.

 

I actually am kinda excited on making this game so even if I don't get it finished for IiaW, I hope to finish it afterwards.

 

Note: The main characters I'm using are 2 characters from my main game, just in a different storyplot. It was easier to work with these two since I already know the characters instead of making new charries and forgetting their bios.

 

@Riki:

Stop that! This was supposed to be a nice easy game making session for you! Don't over complicate xD

(I spent a full day drawing busts for my protags and then never finished/used them) xD

 

Though, your minigames always keep me curious :3

 

EDIT

It makes me sad. English is my first language, but I'm so horrible at writing it xD

(I'm not dyslexic, but I may as well be...) so I pologise for the 20 jillion typos I may have. I just made a 2 minute opening scene and already found a few. I wish MV's text editor had an ingame spell check xD

Edited May 28, 2016 by Takeo212

[Rikifive 3,411]

I hope everything will go well for you!

 

And well ~ I didn't expect it will be actually that hard ~ Conditionals to check thousands of pixels if they're solid or not with complex maths got me confused.

 

It was and is going to be silly, but to make it even silly I need to make base mechanics work properly! =P

[Loriesquare 203]

@Takeo

Make sure to submit it in time later even if it's unfinished, we still appreciate those.

 

You already have a 2 minute intro? And here I am spending multiple days drawing 1 character bust due to procrastinating too much... XD

[Rikifive 3,411]

I'm actually HEAVILY surprised, that I've managed to make a sprite sheet within a day.

It is kinda silly, but hey! It was supposed to be like that!

 

Finally I found that math problem ~ I think I'm getting back on track! =P

[Rinoazelda 287]

@Kirimash: I'm actually currently still making my intro. Was to busy making the resources/edits and fixing up plugins and databasing, as well as collecting the music I want to use xD

 

Now all I really need to do is event the actual game with some additional tweaks here and there.

 

I actually am kinda excited on making this game so even if I don't get it finished for IiaW, I hope to finish it afterwards.

 

Note: The main characters I'm using are 2 characters from my main game, just in a different storyplot. It was easier to work with these two since I already know the characters instead of making new charries and forgetting their bios.

 

@Riki:

Stop that! This was supposed to be a nice easy game making session for you! Don't over complicate xD

(I spent a full day drawing busts for my protags and then never finished/used them) xD

 

Though, your minigames always keep me curious :3

 

EDIT

It makes me sad. English is my first language, but I'm so horrible at writing it xD

(I'm not dyslexic, but I may as well be...) so I pologise for the 20 jillion typos I may have. I just made a 2 minute opening scene and already found a few. I wish MV's text editor had an ingame spell check xD

 

I'm also making characters that will appear in my main game. Also, my English is not that good too, even though it's not my native language.

[+ Takeo212 1,079]

@Eien: It's still all a WIP, but I've been delaying the eventing aspect of the game for too long. Eventing is my weakness xD

I do hope to submit it though - even after the contest~ We'll see xD

 

I spent to long on a bust, but without my tablet working, it took to long and came out wobbly D: Who knows, maybe once the contest is over, i'll update it with message busts

 

@Riki: Good to hear xD  Just don't get to stuck D: I wanna see what your making~

PS: Offtopic, but, I'm so happy ur at 10%! (I noticed it days ago, but yerp... xD)

[Aletheos 41]

... I literally have spent 3 days on programming hitboxes - and it still is buggy/uncompleted ~ My mind is blowing due to amount of maths in here ~ What I've got myself into? D:

I'm sure this is nothing new to you, but just in case, look up separating axis theorem.

[Rikifive 3,411]

I'm sure this is nothing new to you, but just in case, look up separating axis theorem.

Actually... I haven't even heard of it. =P

 

Is this some kind of complex mind blowing maths? ~ hitboxes are bringing me problems, because there are many of them ~ like check if there's a wall to the right, if there's a ground below ~ if the connected points are transparent (in case of weird shapes) and much more.

 

Everything would be easier if I'd be using square objects. =P

 

Anyway I'm almost done with these hitboxes ~ some tweaks here and there and hopefully I'll be able to design levels / enemies /weapons/ bonuses ~and cutscenes. ^^

 

 

 

 

Don't mind random objects ~

 

*Absolutely normal game created in RPG Maker*

[TheAwfulWaffle 28]

Progress so far:
 

- Custom Title Screen has been drawn.

- 1 custom music track has been created.

- A 4-5 minute intro is pretty much done except for one small buggy part that can easily be fixed.

- The starting tutorial is 2/3 of the way done.

...That's pretty much it. It all takes place in a small town/indoors so there's not a whole lot of mapping to take care of. And actual gameplay hasn't been... Well... Implemented as of yet... Oh boy.