Recent posts by ViolentAJ on Kongregate

Topic: Game Programming / How to stop inner animation

I would make a class for all objects that need to stop running/playing when the game is paused. Have a conditional check so that if the game is paused, the object will stop playing, and if the game is unpaused, the object will begin playing again. In your library, have your keyframe movieclips have a base class of this class that you created. That’s how I do things in my games.

Topic: Game Programming / [AS3] Resolution Not Working 100% Of The Time

Does it get cut int he browser, or in the standalone player?

Topic: Game Programming / Can making a game with AS2 be justified?

It really depends on the scale of the game, the type of game, the developer, etc. People still make wonderful games in AS2 and crap in AS3. I’d advise moving on to AS3 because it makes OOP easier, is stricter (which is a pain at first, but makes things easier in the long run), and more processor-efficient, but if you know AS2 and can design a good game with it, then go for it.

Topic: Game Programming / How to make a timer?

Right, setInterval and clearInterval is one way. Another way is using an onEnterFrame function, incrementing a variablr each frame, then dividing this value by the framerate of your game.

If you choose to move to AS3, AS3 has a Timer class which makes things very simple.

Topic: Game Programming / does anyone feel like they NEED Flash?

I need both FlashDevelop and Flash. I prefer coding in FlashDevelop’s IDE, but I need Flash for creating vector images, making things easier (using linkage and MovieClips), and making menus design trivial. I know that it’s bad design practice, but it does make life zounds easier.

Topic: Collaborations / Need a programmer for action game

Hello. I’ve programmed quite a few top-down shooters, as you can see on my profile. If you’re interested, feel free to send me a message.

Topic: Collaborations / Music for your game

What are your fees, or are you offering music for free?

Thank you.

Topic: Collaborations / Will trade artwork for expert code help...

Cool graphics. I’m a moderate coder in AS3 using CS3 and FlashDevelop. I don’t use third-party libraries though.

If you think that I can be a help, feel free to send me a message.

Topic: Collaborations / Game Developers needed.

So essentially he wants to “sponsor” a game for free?

Topic: Collaborations / Seeking Writers

I’d like to know if this project is monetized in any way, and if the writer gets a share of it?

I have five years experience writing science fiction and character bios.

Topic: Collaborations / AS2 programmer needed for a quick halloween greeting.

I can do it if you’re willing to pay. I’ve sent a PM.

Topic: Collaborations / Programmer/Artist looking for small project

I might be interested. I’d like to see some of your previous work though.

Topic: Game Programming / [AS3] Kong API

I’m trying to add High scores in my game, and I realize that when I add the Kong API, it makes my menu freeze. Buttons stop working, music does not play, and I cannot proceed on with the game.

I’m working with the API directly in my .fla (not in external .as files). Has this happened to anyone else? If so, how did you correct it?

Topic: Game Programming / AS3: efficient place to put code?

I generally make .as class files and link them to movieclips.

Topic: Collaborations / New Programmer, looking to start building a team with other new people

Self-taught when it comes to ActionScript (thus the holes in my knowledge). Poor artist.

What types of projects do you want to work on?

Topic: Collaborations / Sean Game Productions

Originally posted by Seanproductions:

Yea what do you do?

I make games, primarily shooters.

Topic: Collaborations / Senior Programmer and Artist Wanted

I’d apply, but I prefer to work from a freelancing position at the moment.

I have designed games in AS2 and AS3, but I’m not sure if I’m experienced enough to call myself a senior programmer.

If you’re interested, maybe I can offer games for sponsorship or ad space in the future.

Topic: Collaborations / Sean Game Productions

Do you intend to make money? If so, maybe I can work with you (if I get my fair share of the profit, of course).

Topic: Game Programming / Warning to Devs...

It gets your game more exposure, and if you have Mochi-ads in your games, maybe a few extra pennies.

If you don’t want this to happen, you have to sitelock your games. Maybe add a frame that your game will go to if it’s being payed on a site other than the site that it should be on. You can link to your own site, the site that it’s supposed to be played on, or your e-mail if they are interested in buying a sitelocked version specifically for their site (or you could link ’em, to Goatse).

Topic: Collaborations / New Programmer looking for other Newbies

I’ve programmed some games and monetized projects, but I’m always willing to work with newer people (when I have the time). I appreciate working with entry levels more than veterans sometimes. PM me with details if you’re interested.

Topic: Collaborations / Flash Game Help Wanted $

Hello. I make SHMUPs and I can probably help you out with your game. I’d just need instructions as to what kind of gameplay you want, and of course, I’ll assume that you are providing the art.

Cheers.

Topic: Serious Discussion / Suicide

I wouldn’t say that all suicide comes from weakness. In some cultures, suicide is seen as better than living a life of shame. Suicide can be seen as sacrifice as well in some cases. I would say that the suicidal “emo” probably does it out of what could be called weakness (or a desire to escape from life altogether), but not all suicides stem from weakness.

Topic: Serious Discussion / AX: Separation of Church & State

It depends on how sensitive you are. I personally don’t mind seeing “In God We Trust” on my money (as long as I’m making it lol). I do mind having Christianity (or any other religion, belief, etc. including hard atheism) shoved down my throat and forced upon me. It is my right (so far) to choose not to be religious if I want, to say that I am not religious, and to defend myself by any force necessary if someone tries to put their hands on me to coerce me into their philosophy.

Topic: Off-topic / What is your Dream Job?

The dream is to somehow become financially stable so that I won’t really HAVE to work. Then I can design games without having to worry about paying for the utilities.

I hope to make a few games then get back into investing. If I can make enough, I might even invest in helping other people create things (of course, I’ll expect a return on my investments).

Topic: Kongregate / Exciting big time news! Kongregate's been acquired by GameStop!

Well, maybe I can put down the fact that I have games on Kongregate if I ever put in an application for GameStop.