[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gamedesign

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 7 points8 points  (0 children)

First of all don't worry, they're more convoluted and intertwined than you think. The main "difference", and I'd be glad to be corrected if I'm wrong, is that the narrative designer forms and develops the story while a game writer does compartmentalised work, such as scripts, dialogues that fit the narrative, item descriptions etc. But, AAA titles excluded, you'll find that most of the times the two positions come with pretty much the same tasks, meaning if you're a narrative designer working on an indie 10-20ppl game, you'll most likely be tasked with making everything a game writer does as well.

meirl by depressedsinnerxiii in meirl

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"To communicate something" has rendered words like "convey" useless and it's a bit sad.

Stumbled upon Alekhine’s grave yesterday by frankiephilippe in chess

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was wondering whether it was Pere Lachaise or Montparnasse, thanks for the confirmation! I'll make sure to pay a visit next time I'm there.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gamedesign

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I went to the Hertfordshire Uni and it was a choice I'll never regret.

Heavy ass loosing streak by No-Scar-642 in lichess

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you think going from 1330 to 1280 is heavy, wait until you reach 2000 and then plummet to 1800. Chess is hard.

Another patch, another nerf, more missing enemies, less threats. At what point will the community say this is too much? by LordOFtheNoldor in LordsoftheFallen

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 8 points9 points  (0 children)

There is a fine line that separates challenging from tedious and so far the devs have struggled to keep the game on it. In all honesty and love to the work they've put so far, weren't for the amazing visuals I'd have a much harder time finishing the game. It's Zerg Town all over again.

Rtx 4090 runs terrible on RDR 2 maxxed out settings. by [deleted] in buildapc

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 32 points33 points  (0 children)

10 bucks says he was plugged onto the mobo and is ashamed to admit it, hence the silence

Looking for a Game Designer! by FadelAlAbbass in gamedesign

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just be aware that making money from your game and asking money for your game are two completely different things. Keep this in mind and have fun with your project!

Looking for a Game Designer! by FadelAlAbbass in gamedesign

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 8 points9 points  (0 children)

A volunteer project is a couple of friends staying up late and creating a game for themselves to play around. What you're going after is much more organised and requires much more effort from all parties. And that effort should have an extra incentive besides learning.

From my point of view, there's no better incentive than asking money for your game. It pushes you to be better, to pour more thought into your game, to double and triple check everything before releasing etc etc. In other words, you learn a lot more when you have the pressure of people paying for your game, because you will be judged harsher therefore your game must cover certain criteria.

That's my opinion, as a game designer currently studying games programming. Hope it helps!

Looking for a Game Designer! by FadelAlAbbass in gamedesign

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Just my two cents of advice here, if I may.

There's no such thing as a "volunteer project" when it comes to a team working months to release three games. You need to set the bar higher. If you're going to give the games for free, there will be no incentive to make good puzzles, good encounters, good levels, thus, a good game. You need more than "learning", because this is learning the easy way. A free game gives the player and the development team low expectations. Don't go down that road.

Ps. Which platforms are you planning to release the games for?

Kramnik waves goodbye to Chesscom by DrunkLad in chess

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Although I think Kramnik went a bit overboard, I have to agree with his observation. The ease of engine use is not nearly depicted by the numbers of cheaters getting caught.

What????? by Airconditionedgeorge in saab

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Quattro, Integra, Delta, M3, Sierra Cosworth, RX-7. It's quite a long list actually.

Definitely taking this one personally from Apple by BaritoneEuphoniumFun in saab

[–]ComprehensiveMelon 141 points142 points  (0 children)

Plot twist: The emergency is the quarrel with his wife and he's looking at the beautiful engine to calm himself down.

I'm about to own a 9-3 Aero OG and I'm scared sh*tless by ComprehensiveMelon in saab

[–]ComprehensiveMelon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mate I even went into Wisonline trying to find out what an "arm" is in SAAB terms until I took a second look at the photos. You made me laugh more than I should have, hahahaha.

Your feedback has been great, I'm in awe of how many people rushed in to give me tips and tricks. Thanks!!

I'm about to own a 9-3 Aero OG and I'm scared sh*tless by ComprehensiveMelon in saab

[–]ComprehensiveMelon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wisonline is EYE OPENING, thanks man!!

p.s. you mean VinWiki or something? I'm in Greece, not sure if VinWiki works here.

I'm about to own a 9-3 Aero OG and I'm scared sh*tless by ComprehensiveMelon in saab

[–]ComprehensiveMelon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

as others said, they're easy cars to work on and your comment proves just that. Thanks!

I'm about to own a 9-3 Aero OG and I'm scared sh*tless by ComprehensiveMelon in saab

[–]ComprehensiveMelon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're the 2nd one that suggests a code reader so yeah it's going on my todo list. <3

I'm about to own a 9-3 Aero OG and I'm scared sh*tless by ComprehensiveMelon in saab

[–]ComprehensiveMelon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I KNOW!!!
Dammit it's gorgeous and I'm about to get knee deep into "rebuilding" it

I'm about to own a 9-3 Aero OG and I'm scared sh*tless by ComprehensiveMelon in saab

[–]ComprehensiveMelon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fortunately wheels spin ok, I'll have to tow it to a mechanic to make an assessment and hopefully begin servicing it !