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CashmereCat
Self-proclaimed Puzzle Snob
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About Me
C-c-c-cashmere.

I've made puzzle games.
I want to make other games now.

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If I created a really small gadget (~5 minutes) could I display it?

I am creating a short maze game in RPG Maker VX Ace for blind people. It is entirely audio-based and it's only very short. However I would like to share it with this site. I don't think it warrants its own game page though, it's just a little gadget/innovation. Would I share it in a topic, and on which forum?

A World Where You Could Turn Back Time

Imagine a world, much like our own in most respects, except the only difference being that 1 in every 7.23 million human beings have the ability to turn back time 1 minute once every day. That's ~1000 people in the world having this ability at any one time. They know exactly how to turn back time from birth. What do you think the world would be like? There is no way to restrict the persons' time travelling abilities, and no known physical way to identify them either. Ability is not hereditary, it's just randomly propping up throughout mankind, and has no bias to gender, age or location. When time is reversed, it does not affect the brain activity of humans, but instead people are sent back in time knowing full well that they are going into the past. Going 1 minute back in time is not painful, in fact the transition is non-existent.

What do you think a world would be like in this situation? What rules/laws would be present? How would humans try to do damage control in case they try to use these things for evil? If you had this power, what would you do?

Tips on making a good game more quickly?

Hey guys

I was wondering if you had any tips on making a good game more quickly? I know Craze is good at it, but the few things I can think of are: using default resources but in a clever way; knowing where to look for what you want; not being too perfectionist where you don't need it; having experience in things like battles to make them interesting and therefore pad out the game in a paced way.

I know people can make interesting games in about a week or even a month but I want to be able to do that.

Event updated

I was just thinking, that whenever I see the words "Event Updated" I go and look and the page, but I struggle to see what has changed. Perhaps there is a way to show what exactly within the event has been updated?

What are some good school games for RPG Maker?

I think the most popular one is Heartache 101, which I kind of liked, but felt too much like a visual novel where not much eventful happened. I was wondering if there were many good games based in a school that were made in RPG Maker? Matsumori Days was OK for as far as I've played it, and I recently saw The Adventure of High School Students but was wondering if it was any good.

So how about it? Anything good?

Is RMN going slow lately?

It's taking me about a minute going between different pages. I'm just wondering has it been the same for everyone else?

When is it *good* to abandon a project?

I'm sure all or most of us have that lingering doubt in our mind "why did I abandon so many projects, I have nothing finished now!" But when is it good to abandon a project? In my mind, it is good to abandon a project when it has no hope left. But how can one know?

What do you do?

What Movies Will Look Like in 2014

What Movies Will Look Like in 2014
Hey guys, Cash here. Just thought I'd give you a round-up of what kind of movies you should be looking out for in 2014, if they haven't been released by the time you're reading this already. This guide will contain both movies that you should expect to be released and my general prediction of how they will pan out, and movies that I personally think will go under the radar that you should keep an eye out for. First up is a list of the movies that will probably have the most hype when they come out this year.

Popularly Anticipated Films of 2014
X-Men: Days of Future Past (trailer)

The trailer is for this film is on the frontpage of YouTube with ~10mil views so it's safe to say this is very highly anticipated. Acting as the sequel to both The Last Stand and First Class, as well as a follow-up to 2013's The Wolverine, Days of Future Past sends Wolverine into the past in an attempt to change history and prevent a potential doomsday for both mutants and humans. This is the 3rd X-Men film directed by Bryan Singer (he directed 1 and 2), who also directed the classic The Usual Suspects with a fantastic turn by Kevin Spacey. However, his latest efforts (Superman Returns, Valkyrie and Jack the Giant Slayer) have been spotty at best and it's doubtful whether this will be good or bad.

Projected Viewer Rating: 6.9/10 (average)
Projected Critic Rating: 62/100 (average)
22 Jump Street (red band trailer)
The sequel to 21 Jump Street, apparently this one takes place across the road. Twice-Oscar-nominated Jonah Hill (dear Lord!) and Channing Tatum are going undercover again, this time, at a local college. Based on a 1987 TV series of the same name, and directed by the duo who brought you, surprisingly, Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs and The LEGO Movie, the latter of which is a surprisingly brilliant film. Based on their previous and current efforts, this sequel should turn out to be as good as the original, or perhaps even better.

Projected Viewer Rating: 7.5/10 (great)
Projected Critic Rating: 72/100 (good)
Transformers: Age Of Extinction (teaser)
After Shia LaBeouf's prompt retirement from all public life following several attempts at plagiarizing anything and everything (even apologetic speeches), director Michael Bay finds yet another way to continue the Transformers series by introducing the 4th installment, Age of Extinction. With the new film is the new main protagonist Mark Wahlberg, and it is the first film in the series to feature the Dinobots. Michael Bay will probably continue in his long-held tradition of undeniably impressive 3D special effects trying to mask a thin, indifferent script delivered by an incapable cast for a bewilderingly bloated running time.

Projected Viewer Rating: 6.6/10 (average)
Projected Critic Rating: 47/100 (bad)
Guardians of the Galaxy (trailer)

Marvel Comics' superhero team Guardians of the Galaxy are on the run after stealing a coveted orb in this James-Gunn-helmed film, creator of Super and Slither. I doubt he will be able to deliver on the high expectations of viewers expecting something as great as a "Space Avengers", given his thoroughly underwhelming past works.

Projected Viewer Rating: 6.7/10 (average)
Projected Critic Rating: 60/100 (average)
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (trailer)

Directed by Marc Webb, this sequel to the rebooted Spider-Man franchise after Sam Raimi cancelled Spider-Man 4 will feature Andrew Garfield's return as the titular protagonist, and new entries of Jamie Foxx as Electro, and Paul Giamatti as the Rhino. I predict that this film will be just as good, if not better than the last.

Projected Viewer Rating: 7.5/10 (great)
Projected Critic Rating: 71/100 (good)
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (trailer)

The sequel to the reboot of the original Planet of the Apes series, Director Matt Reeves (Let Me In, Cloverfield) will likely deliver.

Projected User Rating: 7.2/10 (good)
Projected Critic Rating: 72/100 (good)
Jupiter Ascending (trailer)
The Wachowskis are releasing the genre-bending Jupiter Ascending in 2014, centering around lowly janitor Jupiter (Mila Kunis) who learns she has a great genetic destiny. I appreciate the risk the Wachowskis are taking in releasing a high sci-fi flick to the masses under such a large budget, what with Channing Tatum having pointy ears and all. But after the commercial flop of the ambitious Cloud Atlas, they may be affording for too much failure. I predict that Jupiter will be a hit with those who "get it", but mostly a widespread critical and commercial failure with those who really don't.

Projected User Rating: 7.3/10 (good)
Projected Critic Rating: 55/100 (bad)
Edge of Tomorrow (trailer)

Known for Jumper, Mr. & Mrs. Smith and The Bourne Identity, Doug Liman creates an action flick possibly inspired by the first-person shooter concept of "respawning". I see this gaining traction commercially due to its special effects and themes, but I can never forgive Liman for what he inflicted on me with Jumper.

Projected User Rating: 6.9/10 (average)
Projected Critic Rating: 60/100 (average)
My Personal Recommended Films To Look Out For In 2014
Here is the section where I introduce a few films that will probably go under the radar, but nevertheless be appreciated by film critics and those who are paying attention. Note that this is my own personal list of anticipated movies, but I can almost assure you that at least a couple of these films will generate major Oscar buzz.
Foxcatcher (trailer)

This movie is pure Oscar bait. It is also my #1 most anticipated film of the year. Up until now, Steve Carell has not done a serious performance (he was slightly serious in The Way Way Back, but not in a prominent way), but in this film he looks as crazed as ever. This based-on-a-true-story film about Olympic Wrestling Champion Mark Schultz (Channing Tatum) and what transpired between his brother (Mark Ruffalo) and coach John DuPont (Carell). Director Bennett Miller has directed 2 Oscar-nominated films Moneyball and Capote, and Foxcatcher looks like it may be his most determined effort yet.

Projected User Rating: 7.5/10 (great)
Projected Critic Rating: 88/100 (excellent)
The Double (trailer)
Ex-IT Crowd star Richard Ayoade (Moss on the show) has turned to directing - and he's pretty good at it. Submarine made waves in the festival circuit, earning Ayoade a BAFTA nomination for Outstanding Debut by a British Writer/Director. The Double is a step up in scope, based on a Dostoevsky novel whilst utilizing Jesse Eisenberg's acting abilities to create a sense of paranoia, adding Ayoade's signature dark humour.

Projected User Rating: 7.3/10 (good)
Projected Critic Rating: 76/100 (great)
Interstellar (trailer)

The Nolan brothers' next release in their reign of glory will feature a team of space travelers who travel through a wormhole. Lead by recent Best-Actor-winner Matthew McConaughey, it is most certainly going to be a major hit, just like the rest of the Nolan franchise.

Projected User Rating: 8.6/10 (excellent)
Projected Critic Rating: 74/100 (good)
Conclusion
Movies will be exciting in 2014. Your thoughts? Personal recommendations? Films I missed out? Comment down below.

How do you hand-hold the player?

I've been thinking... what is the right balance of free-roaming and handholding? For example, you can have a non-linear level. But then where is the direction in this level? And what even is the goal? And how do you establish said goal?

I'm all about making sure that you're not holding the players' hand, while at the same time ensuring they know exactly what to do at any given moment. Because you're going to have to hand-hold in some way or another. But as a player, I hate this. I want to be able to figure it out on my own, and when I can't figure out on my own, I blame the developer. It's his fault for not designing it so I can figure it out myself and feel smart.

How do you hand-hold the player?

Cashmere wants to review your games

Hey there,

My name is CashmereCat, and I would like to review your completed games/demos. I do have a few rules, though.

Rules
  • Ideally, the game should be less than 3 hours in length. It's OK if they are longer, but I am only required play for 3 hours maximum to get a general feel of the game, and then I will make a review based on what I have played so far. Sorry if this seems like a stink rule, but I just personally don't like playing 50+ hour-long epics. I'd rather keep it short and sweet so that I can review as many as possible while still keeping productive.
  • The game can require RTP if it needs to. I have most to all of the RPG Maker RTPs downloaded already, and if not, I will download them.
  • Note that I am not in any way obligated to review the games in the order they were submitted. e.g. if a game is short and later on in the list, I may play it and review it just to get it out of the way. That's just how I feel.
  • List the name of your game here, and you will be added to the queue. I do, however, make a general attempt to finish reviews from the beginning of the list to last.
  • If you have any criticisms about the content of any of my reviews, you should contact me privately so we can sort that out. That is, if you wish me to add more detail or are unhappy with anything about my writings, contact me via PM. Thank you.
  • (New!)One must only request one game at a time to be reviewed. However, when I have completed a review of one of your games and it is approved, you may then post the next game you wish me to review.

Completed
1. (Reviewed, **** 1/2) Luxaren Allure (VXAce), unity
2. (Reviewed, ***) Okiku, Star Apprentice (VXAce), Marrend
3. (Reviewed, **** 1/2) Reap and Sow (VXAce), SnowOwl
4. (Reviewed, ***) A Wizard's Quest (VXAce), Arandomgamemaker
5. (Reviewed, Not Rated) Konstandin RPG (VXAce), Nouin
6. (Reviewed, ****) Amihailu in Dreamland (VXAce), Mikhail_Faulken
7. (Reviewed, N/A) Tiny Cave (Other), Healy
8. (Reviewed, ***1/2) You Can't Do That In Zelda (Zelda Classic), Isrieri
9. (Reviewed, ***1/2) Bahamut - Between Light and Shadow (VX), EzekielRage
10. (Reviewed, ****1/2) Soul Sunder (VXAce), Red_Nova
11. (Reviewed, **)The Here and Now of Yesterday (2k3), Liberty and co

Queue
1. (Now playing - 0hr:00min) Infection (2k3), InfectionFiles
2. Cliche Quest (VXAce), DorkLord
3. Broken Bottles (2k3), Doodlegirl863
4. (Now playing - 0hr:00min) Black Galax: Revert (VXAce), Raze
5. Iris (2k), Yellow Magic
6. The Curse of Cpt. Loveless (2k3), NewBlack/Kazesui
7. Eek (RPG Toolkit), grindalf
8. Night of the Living Noobyas (VX), amerk
9. Konae's Investigations (VXAce), Marrend
10. Chips Challenge: Ace Edition (VXAce), kory_toombs
11. Action 52 RMN - Real Men Edition (Custom), GreatRedSpirit and co
12. Illuminated Badassery 3: Redemption (VXAce), zacheatscrackers
13. Nsala Liberation (XP), RedMask
14. World's Dawn (VX), Sagitar
15. The Cerebral Symphony (2k3), Faenon
16. Tristian: Lady of the Lion (VX), yuna21
17. We The People (2k3), Oh_Carnby
18. Ruins of Typhon (VXAce), Alichains
19. Skinwalker (VXAce), SnowOwl
20. The Sky of Time v6 (VXAce), SensualPopcorn
21. Ace (VXAce), TheFuzziestMushroom
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