Castle Paradox

RedMaverickZero · Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2004 3:52 pm Post subject: Halloween Quest 2, Demo?

It has come to my attention that Halloween Quest 2 is pretty good at the state it's in now. My question to you people, the people of Castle Paradox is whether or not I should upload it to CP or not. Would you rather get a 30% demo now, or wait a few more months and just get it all at once.
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MultiColoredWizard · Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2004 4:33 pm Post subject:

I thought you said you make games for your own personal fun. Why don't you just release it when you want to.

RedMaverickZero · Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2004 5:23 pm Post subject:

TMC · Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2004 5:30 pm Post subject:

I agree with Wiz, but personally, I'd like to see the wole finished game at once. But it's up to you.. if you want to stir up some anticipation, release a demo.
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Leonhart · Joined: 25 Feb 2004 Posts: 383 Location: Philippines

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RedMaverickZero · Posted: Sun Jun 06, 2004 6:57 am Post subject:

I'll make my final decision when the poll's time is over. Until then, I guess I'll just keep working on it and wait for the poll. It won't be a big part of my decision, but it will be something that determines whether I post it or not. Okay, heh, that is a big part. Heh.
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LeRoy_Leo · Posted: Sun Jun 06, 2004 8:52 pm Post subject:

It almost could go both ways, so let me try and help you out. You should do what makes the most sense to you. Let's take a look at a possible outcome from each side.

If you release the game early (as a demo)
~We will like it or some might not like it as it is then.
~Suggestions and bug reports can be made.
~The next release (the full version) of the game would be better.
~However, the full version will not be as spectacular because it won't be a surprise to those who saw the sneak preview of it. And if this is for this year's Halloween contest (Which I feel safe in assuming so) that is not a good thing for voting.

If you Waited
~We might like it more.
~Making us wait... Need I say more? Waiting blows.
~You have to do all of the bug testing that could be done by the adoring public.

~Don't you like surprises? Pop out of the closet and say "LOOK AT WHAT I CREATED JUST FOR NOW!" And watch us run for cover.

I don't know... Both ways have their advantages and perks. You should let a few people get the sneak preview so they can help locate bugs. Select 3 volunteers or something. But that might not be fair to some people who are... Not patient... The catch is early birds have to look for bugs? It's your game. The choice is not too tough... Sort of.

PS: If you didn't get what I was trying to say there, it is because I am typing quietly and very nervously. Dad is on the prowl... PM me for claryfication. Thank you for reading this... Razz

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Shadowiii · **It's been real.** Joined: 14 Feb 2003 Posts: 2460

I would like to see a demo. Always in the mood for good games to be released, plus you'd have some feedback before the final.
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RedMaverickZero · Posted: Mon Jun 07, 2004 7:18 am Post subject:

junahu · Posted: Tue Jun 08, 2004 3:37 am Post subject:

Perhaps we need an additional usergroup, testers. They would recieve demos of games and give feedback, organize hype etc. This way the public would not have their experience wreaked by playing a demo that ends abruptly and has bugs. Entry to this user group would probably have to be based on the number of accepted reviews that the candidate has written so that not everyone can enter just for the sake of playing games early.

MultiColoredWizard · Posted: Tue Jun 08, 2004 5:08 am Post subject:

You know Junahu, that's the only good idea I've ever heard from you.

I like it.

RedMaverickZero · Posted: Tue Jun 08, 2004 5:48 am Post subject:

MultiColoredWizard · Posted: Tue Jun 08, 2004 6:32 am Post subject:

Don't be a pussy. That's not cruel.

Besides, your explanation doesn't work because the forum has no planning done yet, and until it does you need to wait until you should call that stupid.

RedMaverickZero · Posted: Tue Jun 08, 2004 6:43 am Post subject:

Just think about it for a second Wiz. When a kid buys candy and he gives some to a kid, everyone who sees that wants some right? And the people that see the people get candy because of the kid want some. And it's an endless pattern. It's the same with the tester usergroup idea. It'll be like CP inside of CP. That's why I think it's stupid. You could easily make a new thread in one of the threads to discuss it.
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MultiColoredWizard · Posted: Tue Jun 08, 2004 6:47 am Post subject:

Planning, Red. This isn't planned yet, so we don't know how it'll work.

For the record, I'd prefer using a livejournal community instead of a CP board.
(And I am)