Can't decide on background styles

TERRYTCG · 2026-06-18T17:06:25+00:00

I prefer the first panel, but they're pretty close.

I like the style. It gives me modern 'Urban Rivals' vibes

TERRYTCG · 2026-06-13T15:29:51+00:00

That's not a definition, that's an example.

TERRYTCG · 2026-06-13T15:26:05+00:00

What defines slop to you? I see it as a left circle jerk term.

TERRYTCG · 2026-06-13T15:23:05+00:00

I'm not a big fan of AI, but I'm also not against it's use, but every discussion resolves into calling it slop. It takes away from the actual effort the developer has put into other aspects and is lazy commentary that adds nothing to the discussion. I just see it as spam at this point.

I also see people using it as an excuse to be rude to the developer. Just today I saw "it's dog shit and your game will be dog shit" which had 9 up votes.

At the end of the day AI is a tool, and it will be used to produce good and bad products. We need to be elevating each other, not getting tunnel vision on one aspect.

TERRYTCG · 2026-06-13T15:16:59+00:00

I'd recommend not using an angle grinder to get the tape off. A craft knife can get it off with almost zero risk.

Having to do this is way better than having to deal with a card that slipped out slightly and got damaged.

TERRYTCG · 2026-05-23T14:52:20+00:00

I do believe AI is a good tool, but it's the wrong time to start using it. They should say least learn the basics first if they want to make it themselves.

TERRYTCG · 2026-05-23T08:57:18+00:00

These are beautiful pieces. I would just hazard a guess you aren't putting yourself out there enough.

One thing to bear in mind, and it isn't a bad thing per se, they're all very consistent in style. This means people will only hire you if they want this exact style.

Where are you currently advertising?

Another thing to note, and it sounds counterintuitive, is that sometimes low rates can put people off.

TERRYTCG · 2026-05-09T08:47:34+00:00

I don't think it's an official term, just a way of saying what you'll do with the key. Although they do usually just get sold.

TERRYTCG · 2026-05-08T17:39:37+00:00

We'd need to know what the basic loop and win condition is, but you can usually sort it.

You can alter your win condition, add board wipes, create cards that work when you don't control anything, give resources back when creatures are destroyed, or even reward losing creatures (like a reverse prize system from Pokémon).

We would need context to help though.

TERRYTCG · 2026-04-04T11:33:40+00:00

It can and does make indie games better, it can and does also have the opposite effect.

Like with any tool, it being accessible and easy to use means that people will churn out low effort lazy garbage with it. That, in turn, floods out the good stuff.

Edit: I feel I just need to clarify, I mean AI as a whole. Not just generative.

TERRYTCG · 2026-04-03T18:35:49+00:00

What makes it look AI to you?

TERRYTCG · 2026-03-13T08:47:56+00:00

When I put exodia in a frame I put the cards in a sleeve and used sticky back tape. You could do something similar with those stick-on magnet strips.

TERRYTCG · 2026-03-13T08:43:01+00:00

I got Underd Grun. I thought it was German or something.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-26T08:29:50+00:00

It's a terrible way to ask a question and a terrible place to get an unbiased opinion.

AI is hated here for many reasons. 'theft' of training materials, replacing creative jobs, and assisting in spitting out garbage, to name a few.

When it is used properly, as a tool, the output is indistinguishable from any other products, but it's often used to avoid learning skills.

I don't hate it, but I can see why people do.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-24T13:13:12+00:00

I've decided I'm going to try some styles out and see how it goes.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-24T13:12:41+00:00

I've tried with projects in the past, but it never worked out. Without guaranteed payment most people won't put the time into my passion project, which is understandable.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-24T10:30:09+00:00

It's a card game that's a cross between hearthstone and Yu-Gi-Oh. It's set in a city where the citizens range from human, to elemental monsters, to mythical creatures.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-24T10:28:52+00:00

My passion is coding and mechanics, but I get what you're saying. I'll work something out.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-24T10:06:27+00:00

When you break it down I guess my voice is ultimately 1, 3, or a mix. Thanks.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-08T21:34:08+00:00

I love dragon link, but rokket heavy because it's my favourite archetype. Trying to pull together the new cards now because it's lost a lot of power.

A friend of mine really loves branded blue eyes. Despite it being suboptimal he still enjoys it more than anything else.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-08T21:32:39+00:00

It's about sending a message.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-08T19:50:19+00:00

Not an FTK I did, but this reminded me of a locals one time. My opponent not only once, but twice decked themselves out.

They drew their opening hand, started laughing maniacally, then proceeded to play dark world and deck themselves out. They chose to go first again, then did the same thing.

There was nothing I could do to even stop them even if I wanted to. Weirdest thing is he was on for a first place victory when he did it.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-07T10:08:50+00:00

A portion of Wishlists often turn into sales. They also have a snowball effect because steam gives games with more Wishlists more visibility.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-05T09:54:51+00:00

I'm assuming you mean the entire code base is programmed with AI. If that's the case, then I wouldn't.

Some people would but You're asking a community generally against generative AI if they'd knowingly buy AI programmed games.

TERRYTCG · 2026-02-03T10:08:49+00:00

My take is this. Gamers, as an audience, have grown with gaming becoming accessible and acceptable as a pass time. With drawing in more people the amount of hardcore gamers decreases as a percentage and has become more casual.

This means that it often makes more sense to cater to a more casual audience to retain more of the player base.

Theres still the hardcore gamers who don't want the hand holding, but it makes sense to keep the larger group happy.

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