THE SCREENSHOT TOPIC RETURNS

You did explain how you did it, but not really why, or what was wrong with the original.

Most of the reason why, I think, is just that it creates some extra definition. The shading is used inside the colored areas to create shapes, instead of just being used at the edges.

I think it might be overdone though. It's a good idea, but the two colors used are so different that it seems really strong.

I dunno. Maybe it just looks strong next to the original. I don't know how to art.

The grass and the paths look nice, but those shadows are super dark and don't seem to have a light source. If you're not going to have a dedicated source of light, the shadows should be lighter in order to make it ambiguous.

i really love how the rtp sprite pops out against that tileset. (now make something that isn't a boring old forest. and adjust the shadows like people suggested!)

also that water looks fucking stupid. the rest of both shots looks pretty nice, mostly because you're being subtle with flowers and whatnot instead of *tilevomit everywhere*, but have you like, uh, seen water

it doesn't do whatever the fuck that water's doing ;V

("but it's marshy" still looks nothing like a marsh. marshes have long grass that hide a lot of the mush because of 1) extremely rich soil and 2) plenty of water and sun due to trees that shade the sun away not being able to stand up and get roots down in the mud.)

I don't understand the difference.

The sprites on the map won't look different when you change gear. But when you go into the equipment menu, you will see these bigger sprites wearing each unique piece of gear.

author=CAHRULL
You know, I didn't have to take the time to recolor your entire sprite to try and help...I understand if you don't like my shading style better than your own, but to be defensive about someone trying help out is a bit rude.

By the way, I did also include an explanation of how I arrived at my shading method.

You really shouldn't have recolored the entire sprite. A few words about it would have sufficed, instead of no words. I want to improve on any errors in my own technique, not see yours.

I know the idea behind shadows. I used it to make mine, the light source is in the top left and a little bit in front, so most of the sprite is basking in light. As I stated right off the bat "I want to keep it simple", so your example is instantly against my rule. It does look more detailed and defined, but I prefer a cleaner looking sprite at this size. Unless the character enters a spooky, low lit, haunted house. In which case I would use your sprite. Heh, he does kinda look like he's dressed up for halloween.

I do appreciate you taking the time to do something but it wasn't helpful to me and contradicts what I said I wanted.

author=LockeZ
Most of the reason why, I think, is just that it creates some extra definition. The shading is used inside the colored areas to create shapes, instead of just being used at the edges.

Yeah, I didn't purposely do only edge shadows. I tried putting some shadow in the middle, but in areas like the face the result didn't look very good because it's just a couple stray pixels in the eye socket. It's a bright light source and meant to be kinda in front, providing lots of light so there wouldn't be much shadow.

author=kory_toombs
Lessened the shadows and redid the water.

Looks so hawt.lol
Actually, this map looks really relaxing ^^
Try sum light in the corner of the screen :)
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This MIGHT be the final version of the sniping missions for the game.
I really need opinions. Nobody gives any opinions when I ask, es I know I was an ass before but I am not like that anymore. I just had to take a good look at my previous projects.lol

Here's a video of the first floor and second floor:

I neeeeeed opinions! lol
Where's Lokez when you need him? xD

@Avee: It is made of pictures, actually...
But, you see, the bullets and the RELOAD are chars, so they would get covered by the picture and the player will not be able to see them anymore, which is why I ticked "Scroll with map".
Thanks for the suggestion, thou! ^_^

Why are the bullets shaking?

kory, that revision is muuuch better. excellent work. =)

...so chaos and i are going to finish our hallowe'en project still, but due to issues he had to drop out so i'm shitting out a three-day comedy game that's turning out pretty great so far!







I know the maps are tiny, but any suggestions on the lighting/mapping/HUD/etc. are welcome! (And yes, the faces change based on damage taken.)

I think I have a case of tile vomit with those flowers... Should I remove a few? :-?