Hello

[blackflames5718 0]

Hello im blackflames5718.

I have been using RPG Maker VX Ace for a while now but im still kind of new to it.

Im making a new project here but im not sure where I should go to look for members in the forums.

Thanks for reading.

[Polraudio 122]

Welcome to GDU :) .

 

If you are just starting out i would recommend a solo project till you gain more experience. I went through 100+ solo projects of messing around till i finally started a real project. There is plenty of info laying around in the forums but if you need help with figuring out anything feel free to post here http://www.gdunlimited.net/forums/forum/197-rpg-maker-vx-ace-support/ and we will try our best to help you out :thumbsup: .

[dolarmak 23]

Hey welcome to the forums. I agree with Polraudio on starting with a solo project since no one here knows you it's unlikly that you'll get a group project started. But we are always here to help with questions and advice, don't hesitate to ask if you need help :)

[Marked 197]

Weclome to GDU :thumbsup:

[Saltome 16]

And I recommend dropping your project and helping out around here, if you plan to recruit people anyway, that will earn you some respect and hone your skills. Truth is you aren't very likely to find support anywhere unless you are ready to shell out the big bucks, or unless you are a charismatic orator. Since I assume you have neither of those requirements, you are gonna have to do it the hard way, build up a network of reliable people that care about you enough to help you out.

[blackflames5718 0]

Thank you for your suggestions.

What skill would you recommend I master first? 

[Saltome 16]

Uh... scripting or graphic design.

Graphics take creativity and a steady hand.

Scripting takes analysis and planning.

Those skills are the most demanded in the field in general. Anyone can learn to use rpg maker, but creating your own code or graphics takes time to master. And being able to, really expands your horizons.

Now that I think about it, composing is an option as well, but you only need to worry about composing music for your game when you are making a serious project. Plus music is added at a later stage of the development, so most projects never get that far.

[blackflames5718 0]

hmmm ill try scripting. Do you know where I could start?

Edited August 21, 2014 by blackflames5718

[Saltome 16]

Well, getting a basic idea of general programming and the Ruby language in particular would be a good start.

Rpg maker uses a library called RGSS which is built with the Ruby language. The important basics will be present in the tutorials but they focus on RGSS with the assumption that you already understand programming, so it's probably a good idea to get familiar with the language before you jump in library.

XP, VX, and VX Ace use different versions of RGSS, thus there are some differences in the tutorials. Since you mentioned vx ace, this would be the place for you: http://www.gdunlimited.net/tutorials/category/rpg-maker-vx-ace

[blackflames5718 0]

Thank you  :)

Do you have any links for learning the Ruby language.

Edited August 21, 2014 by blackflames5718

[Polraudio 122]

Scripting is advanced. i would start with something a little more simple like mapping and events. with mapping and events you can make your game world and make it come alive. that's the most important part in a rpg maker game. i would save scripting for when you master events and mapping.

[Saltome 16]

Just have a look on youtube, there is more than enough ruby tutorials there.

And yeah... you can do plenty with mapping and events. But I wouldn't call it "coming alive".

More like painting a pretty picture. But that's all it is, a pretty picture. Anything that's not completely linear is easier to do with scripting than it is to do with events.

[ShinGamix 1]

swellcome to u

[Ultim1337Gamer 1]

Welcome !! If you'd like to learn Ruby I would reccomend Codecademy.But for now,you can start by eventing or mapping.Just start a solo project first,and start making comple features for every project after your first,then you'll be qualified to make a huge project !

[Saltome 16]

Uhh... good job you guys. I was only trying to turn him into a recruit for the forum and your own projects. But you all had to go and insist that he goes at it alone. Now we have another personal project that will never get anywhere.

[blackflames5718 0]

Thanks ill check out Codeacademy.

[Marked 197]

Welcome to GDU.

 

He meant get familiar with the basics only, if you want to script in rgss then dont spend too long on learning ruby. Learn your basics then get into rgss.