On the heels of Linked rides in Aster Blaster HS, a remake of a game I abandoned a while ago!
ABHS is a classic arcade shooter at heart (asteroids style), but will allow users to play through a large range of different scenarios (hopefully 30-40+), each with it's own high score and best time. An endurance mode will also be included, as well as different awards and medals for people who can complete special goals.I am debating some kind of skirmish mode too, but we'll see, since I am not sure if I am up for coding that quite yet. Anyway, here's a screenshot:<img src="http://www.martincrownover.com/files/ab1.jpg">It's coming along quite nicely, although it's already getting to be a bit large (3.65Mb zipped), but most of the animations are already added, so it shouldn't take up too much more space (no pun intended).I'll keep you guys updated!
Actually, I have it setso that it generates random backgrounds on the fly, and can currently add random planets and nebulae. It also has multiple layers of stars, to give it a more 3D effect. If you haven't checked it out on the GMC, it will be on 64D soon, and you'll see that it's a little more visually impressive than the screen above demonstrates.
I'm working on twists i can add to the game that will make it unique fromt he original asteroids, but at it's core I want it to be a simple action game, with top score / fastest time oriented gameplay. [:D]Did you get my latest PM about TIM and the reflect system?
Yeah, sorry… been a bit busy.
Sounds good, what with the more dynamic backgrounds. But how will that affect gameplay? You're gonna need to make it original or you'll get people play it for 5 minutes, no longer, and then adore it forever just because it had nice graphics.
-RhysPlay it forever, or adore it forever… either is fine with me! [;)]
Looking at this maybe I'll "can" StarPilot after all. Henceforth ye shall be known as Fred the GMM (Game Making Machine). :)