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Inspirational project; on hold, seeking artist.

Joe Van Sickle · 2011-12-26T15:00:18

Project name: Viv Online Brief description: ~An indie MMO/ORPG with a game engine from scratch Development Started June 2ed 2010 (1.3 yrs ago) What I plan to create is an online role playing game with a player base of 120ish set in a medieval/fantasy world. Players must stay in character at all times; forcing this really adds to the realism of the world. A small player base frees you up todo really fantastic things that other MMOs just can't; in addition I feel it adds meaning to player interaction. There will be an evil/corrupt portion of the world (the dark lands) and a surface. Each will have 2 races to pick from (to begin with). The races I haven't decided on just yet. The game will feature (and kinda already does) a unique combat system; real-time as opposed to turn based. The combat system's inner workings will be hidden from the player (no numbers or rolls shown). It will develop as the player progresses in the game. I plan to invest a lot of time into AI. All the creatures you encounter may learn using neural networks; I want them to be as lively as possible. The mood of the game will depend on your location but overall I want it to reak of mystery and seriousness. I intend to make it for audiences that are more mature 16ish+. Grinding is very unappealing to me. I'm shooting for something that is engaging and immersive with depth, that is as different as possible from other traditional WoWish games. The rendering engine has been the focus of the project until now. Target aim: Free. With options to pay for additional features, perhaps an "item shop" etc. Compensation: I'm an indie developer with limited resources so; I am offering a percentage of potential revenue. I would be happy to discuss this. Technology: includes but is not limited to the following: Target system Windows 7 & Windows Vista SP2 more on operating systems can be found here, here and here. [size=1][color=#ffffff]. APIs DirectX11 (Rendering) IrrKlang (3D music/sound) PhysX (physics library) [size=1][color=#ffffff]. Programming C++ Lua (scripting) [size=1][color=#ffffff]. 3D Software Blender [size=1]you don't have to use blender [size=1][color=#ffffff]. 2D Software Adobe Photoshop Paint.NET Features: Below is a list of exciting/interesting items I will defiantly be adding to the game; for most of them I already have the basics done or a good base started. includes but is not limited to the following: Real-time combat system (see the latest video) Fully editable world by players (see the tool-set in some older progress videos) Crafting Player owned shops/houses An inventory that isn't super lame (see latest video) Dynamic objects (most of the videos) A superb starting tutorial 'DMing' capabilities Talent needed: I am looking for one person (for the time being); an artist that is as talented or more talented than myself. 3D Environment/Creature Modeler Design, model, texture everything visual in the game. Team structure: Joe Van Sickle (yes just me!): I'm talented in all areas of game creation except music/sound. I would prefer to focus just on programming, and do art-work when I have the urge. I can stay out of that though upon your request. I am extremely determined to see this through. I'm 21 and attending a university. Website: Main site Screen shots Videos Contacts: joevansickle@hotmail.com Previous Work by Team: A 3D model viewing service (for your browser) that can be seen here: Models I've done: Models others have done: [color=#0000ee] Additional Info: Hopefully it's fair to say that art is the only thing standing in the way of this project being completed. If you're sick of joining projects with a bunch of scrubnubs; I may offer you a new experience.[font=Arial] I[size=2]deally we would split all of the work/profit 50/50. Upon partnering up you would have equal say in the direction the project takes.[/font] [font=Arial][size=1][color=#ffffff].[/font] [size=1][color=#ffffff]. [media] [/media] Feedback: ANY. Comments/questions/feedback are welcome and encouraged.

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Started by JoeVanSickle July 22, 2011 05:44 AM

23 comments, last by pangahas 12 years, 8 months ago

Dhondon

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December 14, 2011 03:49 PM

[quote name='lHorus' timestamp='1323859669' post='4893795']
No offense, this is just a question: is that the final look that its going to have?
It looks extremely amateurish, aren't you guys going to make an upgrade?

Thanks for the feedback. It really depends on the artist I end up collaborating with.

To reduce confusion I'd like to again state that I've been the only one that has worked on the project thus far.
That includes all of the art. It is discouraging to hear that you think it looks unskillful...
[/quote]

I think its extremely impressive that you have done all this yourself. Especially the blue creature. Its awesome

I strongly disagree with lHorus. Keep up the good work.

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Kobo

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December 14, 2011 05:53 PM

[quote name='lHorus' timestamp='1323859669' post='4893795']
No offense, this is just a question: is that the final look that its going to have?
It looks extremely amateurish, aren't you guys going to make an upgrade?

Thanks for the feedback. It really depends on the artist I end up collaborating with.

To reduce confusion I'd like to again state that I've been the only one that has worked on the project thus far.
That includes all of the art. It is discouraging to hear that you think it looks unskillful...
[/quote]

It looks good to me. I wouldn't put it in the "programmer art" category. It's not like you have a bunch of stick figures running around between half-life 1 crates.

JoeVanSickle

Author

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December 19, 2011 04:46 AM

Thanks guys, I appreciate it.

Still looking gentlemen~!

VaultNews

194

December 21, 2011 12:42 PM

I can't help telling you that what I saw is very impressive for one-man team! You programming that thing and also creating some art for it is... I really don't have words for it. You are my hero! I can't do 3D models, but if you need 2D art or textures for the models you/someone else create, feel free to contact me. Just don't give up because this one here has great potential! ;)

??? Legen... wait for it... dary Game Art for your every needs! ???

pangahas

100

December 26, 2011 03:00 PM

Like what others said what you have here is pretty impressive for a one man team.I'm not sure if I can work on this project full time but I'm willing and interested to help out on the art side of things.Samples of my work can be seen here- pangahas.deviantart.com you could also contact me via email-nivram1124@yahoo.com or skype-mrpangahas.

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