I think Discord is very useful for sharing screenshots and videos of WIP levels since I won't have to upload things to external sites etc.
I might also use it to upload beta levels before I release them to the public (so I can fix out potential issues first).
I am currently looking for anyone who can help me to create graphics for this project. Graphic designers will be credited (obviously).
If you can help, please contact me on Discord (DerEric#7981) or via Direct Messages.
I honestly doubt this announcement will even surprise anyone, but I suppose I will still need to make it, even if it honestly hurts.
The project is officially cancelled... or on hiatus... or something.
I don't know how to even call it.
There are multiple reasons for this, but I don't think I should dig up old drama again. If you really want to know, write me a DM instead.
I doubt anyone was really interested in this anymore, but if you were, I am really sorry to you.
Okay, I have decided to disclose the reasoning for the cancellation. Originally, I didn't want to because I didn't want to cause more drama than I already have, but...
Careful, please. Some very... bad things are coming.: show
I... honestly don't feel safe in the community. Between people telling me to do... bad things with zero consequences, people saying they like to harass others for their game preferences, and more...
After a lot of consideration, I have come to this decision. I will not lie. I am sad. Making this was always one of my favourite hobbies. Having a simple and fun goal to work towards has helped me over multiple depressive episodes. I honestly miss making things. But... I guess all good things have to come to an end.
Okay, I have decided to disclose the reasoning for the cancellation. Originally, I didn't want to because I didn't want to cause more drama than I already have, but...
Careful, please. Some very... bad things are coming.: show
I... honestly don't feel safe in the community. Between people telling me to do... bad things with zero consequences, people saying they like to harass others for their game preferences, and more...
After a lot of consideration, I have come to this decision. I will not lie. I am sad. Making this was always one of my favourite hobbies. Having a simple and fun goal to work towards has helped me over multiple depressive episodes. I honestly miss making things. But... I guess all good things have to come to an end.
As a long time member of this site and the community in general, I am truly sorry you don't feel safe here. This project was looking really good, but feeling safe is much more important in the end.
If this project ever does arise in the future I can promise you that there will be quite a few people that will be pleased with the news.
Okay, I have decided to disclose the reasoning for the cancellation. Originally, I didn't want to because I didn't want to cause more drama than I already have, but...
Careful, please. Some very... bad things are coming.: show
I... honestly don't feel safe in the community. Between people telling me to do... bad things with zero consequences, people saying they like to harass others for their game preferences, and more...
After a lot of consideration, I have come to this decision. I will not lie. I am sad. Making this was always one of my favourite hobbies. Having a simple and fun goal to work towards has helped me over multiple depressive episodes. I honestly miss making things. But... I guess all good things have to come to an end.
As a long time member of this site and the community in general, I am truly sorry you don't feel safe here. This project was looking really good, but feeling safe is much more important in the end.
If this project ever does arise in the future I can promise you that there will be quite a few people that will be pleased with the news.
I don't know if I can even believe that, given some of the comments I got on pretty much anything.
To be honest, what bothers me most is how I really enjoyed making this all and throwing it all away feels like a waste, but at the same time, I honestly don't know what else to do at this point.
To be honest, what bothers me most is how I really enjoyed making this all and throwing it all away feels like a waste, but at the same time, I honestly don't know what else to do at this point.
You could work on it for your own satisfaction and only share it with friends or in safe spaces. SMBX episodes don't necessarily have to link back to the community at large.
To be honest, what bothers me most is how I really enjoyed making this all and throwing it all away feels like a waste, but at the same time, I honestly don't know what else to do at this point.
You could work on it for your own satisfaction and only share it with friends or in safe spaces. SMBX episodes don't necessarily have to link back to the community at large.
You know...
the problem with that is that doing things for myself is not really motivating in my opinion. I love to hide all kinds of little secrets, to add little details, stuff like that feels kind of... pointless...
and at the same time I don't really... have anyone to share things with
To be honest, what bothers me most is how I really enjoyed making this all and throwing it all away feels like a waste, but at the same time, I honestly don't know what else to do at this point.
You could work on it for your own satisfaction and only share it with friends or in safe spaces. SMBX episodes don't necessarily have to link back to the community at large.
You know...
the problem with that is that doing things for myself is not really motivating in my opinion. I love to hide all kinds of little secrets, to add little details, stuff like that feels kind of... pointless...
and at the same time I don't really... have anyone to share things with
I'm sure there are a lot of people who would actually be happy to hear what you want to share.
I've been showing a few things off on my Discord server if you are interested, but here's a rundown:
Things did slow down a lot due to irl responsibilities, but I am working on things. I can sadly not really motivate myself to do code right now, though.
Here are three videos showing off new levels. Now note that some of them are also quite old at this point, and are definitely outdated in a lot of aspects, but I still want to show them here, even if just for the sake of completeness:
The following level was created almost two years ago by now and has undergone a few updates since. I tried to build a level around the lift platforms from SMB1 which I rarely see used in levels, be it SMBX, other fangames, or official games:
Here is my episode's 1-1. Now, it is not *technically* the first level due to the prologue stage, but I still wanted to keep it simple. It serves as an introduction to certain aspects of the game, and is also my personal playground for new little visual tweaks :3
And lastly, here is a level based around the weight lifts from SMB1. This is the first longer level for the episode, signifying that the player is progressing out of the, uh... tutorial phase...?
I am planning on making levels with varying lengths, including some intentionally very short levels. Eventually, there will be an indicator of level length on the level selection screen for the sake of time management for players.
And, lastly, I can finally present you the new world map I have designed for the project:
Definitely helped to not treat this like it is my job anymore LOL
I've since started a secondary project in the form of a Fire Emblem fangame, been doing other stuff irl, and just in general... I learned to not burn myself out anymore, even though it definitely also means there will be less new stuff.
That said, I am planning on releasing a second demo, this time including the full first world (instead of one level LOL), though I'd not expect it sooner than early 2025.
Definitely helped to not treat this like it is my job anymore LOL
I've since started a secondary project in the form of a Fire Emblem fangame, been doing other stuff irl, and just in general... I learned to not burn myself out anymore, even though it definitely also means there will be less new stuff.
That said, I am planning on releasing a second demo, this time including the full first world (instead of one level LOL), though I'd not expect it sooner than early 2025.
Okay, I have decided to disclose the reasoning for the cancellation. Originally, I didn't want to because I didn't want to cause more drama than I already have, but...
Careful, please. Some very... bad things are coming.: show
I... honestly don't feel safe in the community. Between people telling me to do... bad things with zero consequences, people saying they like to harass others for their game preferences, and more...
After a lot of consideration, I have come to this decision. I will not lie. I am sad. Making this was always one of my favourite hobbies. Having a simple and fun goal to work towards has helped me over multiple depressive episodes. I honestly miss making things. But... I guess all good things have to come to an end.
It is really sad that you "cancelled" the project due to drama. Forget about the bad people, yo! those guys aren't the goverment, at least. Is this what you want for your destiny? You are your own sentient being and you can do whatever you want. Don't let those negative thoughts come into your own mind. We're human beings afterall. Please, i hope that you have a good life and have fun at doing whatever you want.
It is really sad that you "cancelled" the project due to drama. Forget about the bad people, yo! those guys aren't the goverment, at least. Is this what you want for your destiny? You are your own sentient being and you can do whatever you want. Don't let those negative thoughts come into your own mind. We're human beings afterall. Please, i hope that you have a good life and have fun at doing whatever you want.
Why did you respond to a post made last year, which was about something that was already cleared out of the way and Luna basically made a post showing progress again to which you also responded?
