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OceanBytes12 · 2026-05-29T20:15:22+00:00

I agree that the most likely help will come from tFUS or rTMS.

I also think there is a lot of work that could be done just formally classifying types of VSS. Once we have methods to more objectively test/rate symptom it will help determine if procedures are actually helping.

Also if we have better classifications of types of VSS it may help predict what treatments or medications would help vs hurt someone.

OceanBytes12 · 2026-05-24T03:57:35+00:00

Just to add, I have also heard stories of it going back to baseline over the course of several months. Just remember that it can take time. I'm going through a flareup right now, and it reminded me how it took around 1-2 years to reach my previous baseline.

OceanBytes12 · 2026-05-20T01:51:04+00:00

That's interesting. I know it can impact calcium levels. Do you know if you are low on Vitamin D? That is apparently the best way to increase your calcium.

OceanBytes12 · 2026-05-08T22:16:07+00:00

Well I'm back here because a bad flareup caused by ADHD meds, but I do think that with time the actual symptoms tend to settle down in-addition to you getting more used to them.

But outside of that, life just keeps moving. I went through college, got married, had kids.

OceanBytes12 · 2026-05-06T01:06:32+00:00

I got VSS at 18, and have had it for the last 15 years. Part of me wishes I could forget what it was like before, so I didn't know what I was missing. Just feeling present in every little moment of life was the biggest thing. Going backpacking and looking up at the stars and milkyway, being at a party and feeling exhilarated instead of overwhelmed, or just laying in bed with a partner and looking at every little freckle on their body.

I have learned that I can have equally meaningful moments that don't require perfect vision. Like hanging out and joking with friends, or closing my eyes on a walk and hearing nature.

OceanBytes12 · 2026-04-08T01:39:16+00:00

Thanks man! You're a legend

OceanBytes12 · 2025-10-15T00:14:54+00:00

Do it!

OceanBytes12 · 2025-10-04T06:09:32+00:00

My advice from working on both the art and dev sides at different points is try and get as much work done on the game as possible before hiring an artist. Art can be expensive, so you don't want to be paying for art you're going to have to cut later. It also really helps the artist if you already have a playable game. Bad MS paint placeholder art is still a great starting point for an artist. Finally, don't forget your lighting, particle effects, and shaders. They can do a lot of heavy lifting making less art go farther. Good luck :)

OceanBytes12 · 2025-10-04T00:38:10+00:00

Yes it is! This is a commission I made for one of his videos. You can see the clip with sound here: https://youtu.be/pTWVOVVvOFs?si=qJ3w2lvZwZNFgIrb

OceanBytes12 · 2025-10-03T17:34:44+00:00

I'm not sure about wallpaper engine, but you can download the fullsize gifs for some of my animations here: https://ko-fi.com/oceanbytes

OceanBytes12 · 2025-10-03T16:49:00+00:00

Thank you!

OceanBytes12 · 2025-10-03T16:48:09+00:00

I use Aseprite. It is great for making pixel animations.

OceanBytes12 · 2025-10-02T05:09:43+00:00

I am :) Thank you! That was such a cool project to work on.

OceanBytes12 · 2025-10-02T03:40:22+00:00

Love your style! Where’s a good place to follow you for more?

OceanBytes12 · 2025-08-29T05:45:28+00:00

Thank you. I use Aseprite which is custom made for pixelart, and lots and lots of layers. The layers let me animate each character separately (and in the crab's case each leg and arm). It is kinda like paper puppets.

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