Smile Game Builder Hi-Tex Assets
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What Is the Future of My Smile Game Builder Assets?

Announcing that I’m no longer creating 3D models assets packs for Smile Game Builder.

Modular Market Packs

I made this decision following the release of the Modular Market Packs Volume 1 and Volume 2.

The original concept for these packs was to provide game developers with a means to mix and match various parts to create a kind of hybrid medieval market for their games. Combined, both packs contain 164 models and many variations.

However, as I mentioned, I decided that I will no longer continue to expanding them. This has nothing to do with Smile Game Builder but part of my desire to focus on other things. I also don’t have the time to properly invest in creating more add-ons to the packs.

Volumes 1 and 2 will remain available for purchase (priced at $6.99) on both the Gnome Treasure store and Itch.io.

Terrain Packs

I will continue to release various terrain packs for Smile Game Builder, including Stairs and Slopes versions, for awhile.

Some are already available and some are unreleased. However, over the next few months, these unreleased packs will become available for purchase (priced $4.99). Each will contain the same quality – as part of the Hi-Tex range, from ground to walls to floor terrains – that most of you have come to expect.

The Untitleds Assets

My current project is The Untitleds, originally submitted to AmalgamAsh’s RETURNERS 2022 Game Jam.

As development on it continues, most of the customized assets will be available at a later date only for monthly patrons on my SubscribeStar.

Furthermore, monthly SubscribeStar patrons receive exclusive preview builds and beta updates.

Game Over Screen #2 | SMILE GAME BUILDER
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Game Over Screen #2: Sword Embedded in Bone Pile

Game Over Screen #2 | SMILE GAME BUILDER
Game Over Screen #2 | SMILE GAME BUILDER
Here’s a free Game Over screen for SMILE GAME BUILDER, depicting a sword embedded in a pile of bones.

I created more Game Over Screens for you to download and use in your games. They’re blank so you can add your own text to them.

You can use them in both non-commercial and commercial games, but please read the Terms of Use before using them and credit either "Companion Wulf" or "RPG Maker Time".

Click on the thumbnail, right-click and save as res –> system –> gameover.png (creating folders as needed) in your project folder.

Smile Game Builder Tutorials Extra #X08: Simple Terrains - Anatomy of A Terrain (Part 1)
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Tutorials Extra #X08: Simple Terrains – Anatomy of A Terrain (Part 1)

The Anatomy of A Terrain is a new series of short videos in the Tutorials Extra playlist dedicated to creating terrains. The series teaches how to create terrains, from basic to advanced to animated terrains.

Video Tutorial

The first vide in the series covers a basic, simple terrain.

Parts 2 and 3 will detail slopes and stairs respectively.

Smile Game Builder Hi-Tex Assets
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My Smile Game Builder Assets Update

After the (re)release of my Market Pack Vol. 1 for SMILE GAME BUILDER, I’m no longer creating and producing assets or assets packs for the game engine. That said, I may still release some more occasionally in the future. My decision is based on a number of factors, including SGB’s current limitations.

My Assets Packs

These are the assets packs I currently have available:

Note: All assets are available on the Gnome Treasure Store and Itch.io (links go to Gnome Treasure).

SMILE GAME BUILDER Wonder World Model Pack
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SMILE GAME BUILDER Wonder World Model Pack

A new SMILE GAME BUILDER assets pack, the Wonder World Model Pack, has been released for $20.

"SMILE GAME BUILDER Wonder World Model Pack" is a resource pack of 3D models and terrain textures created by one of SMILE GAME BUILDER’s users, "onecon", for the development of their own "Wonder World" inspired works. These various resources, created in unique colors, will add a unique essence to your story.

Terrain Textures: 190
Map Objects: 56
Character: 1

Posted in Game Development Starborn: The Fallen

Book of Stats Showcase (for Starborn: The Fallen)

I’ve been experimenting with a new Stats Log for SMILE GAME BUILDER. Here’s a screenshot. I’ll add more stats as time goes by.

Book of Stats Showcase #1 (Template)
Book of Stats Showcase #1
This is the base template from which to work.
Book of Stats Showcase #2
Book of Stats Showcase #2
This is the in-game image (fleshed out a little), although the latest image has changed slightly.
I’m using it in my game Starborn: The Fallen and my game development schedule (notably for Starborn) is to have a proper Quest Log in the same style.

Posted in Assets Terrain Megapacks

NEWS: Hi-Tex Megapack Vol. 2 – Terrains: Walls Release Date

The Hi-Tex Assets Megapack Vol. 2 – Terrains: Walls is scheduled for release next week (earlier than anticipated).

Hi-Tex Assets Megapack Vol. 2 - Terrains: Walls
SGB Hi-Tex Assets Megapack #2 – Terrains: Walls

Megapack #2 Contents

It contains 206 exterior wall terrains and variations, as well as their corresponding stairs and slopes, comprising 41 different types.

This will be available on the Gnome Treasure and Itch.io.

This is a placeholder for showcase images. I’ll update this area right before the megapack’s completion.

Prices on Itch.io are slightly higher to offset deductions from Revenue Sharing and PayPal fees.

Note About the Megapack #1

The Hi-Tex Assets Megapack Vol. 1 – Terrain: Ground is available for purchase for $12.99.

I’m redoing the stairs and slopes for the megapack, so anyone who purchases – or has purchased – the pack before they’re implemented will be able to upgrade at no extra cost.

And, since this megapack contains the previously released terrains volumes 1 and 2 (and the unreleased volume 3), those who have already purchased them can buy this pack for 3.99 (saving around 75%). Simply use the Contact Us form on the Gnome Treasure Store and select the subject Product Re-Request. I will then send an email directly and, once payment has cleared, will give a link for the complete megapack for you to download.

Smile Game Builder Hi-Tex Assets
Posted in Assets Terrain Megapacks

NEWS: Hi-Tex Megapacks

The Hi-Tex Megapacks are high-textured assets I’m creating for SMILE GAME BUILDER. Each pack contains at least 200 base terrains and/or models and, for terrains, additional stairs and slopes terrains are also included.

Scheduled Release Dates

These are the scheduled release dates of all the Hi-Tex Megapacks:

Vol. 1: Ground Terrains

Hi-Tex Assets Megapack #1 - Terrains: Ground
Buy this pack for
$12.99
Volume 1 was released on 15 July 2019 on Gnome Treasure and Itch.io.

This pack superceded the previous volumes because I’d initially planned on having three separate terrain packs, each with around 60 terrains. However, the third was never released. Hence, all three are now combined into a single megapack.

An add-on pack will follow some time in the future to include things like cave entrances, blood stains and fire burns.

Vol. 2 – Wall Terrains

This megapack, scheduled for release in August 2019*, contains all kinds of wall terrains, from brick walls to stone walls.

¶ The way development has been progressing on this pack, it’s likely that its release date will be brought forward.

Vol. 3 – Buildings Wall Terrains

Scheduled for release in September 2019*, this megapack will contain various exterior walls for buildings.

¶ I’m also looking into adding some unique matching wall "attachments" models for inclusion in this megapack.

House Pack Megapack

The original "House Pack", intended for release some time ago, was to contain interior wall terrains only: Stucco, Brick and Stone textures, including their corresponding lintels.

This new megapack will also include some wood panel walls, aged walls and wallpaper (at least that’s the plan).

After some consideration, I’m entertaining including additional generic household items (models) in this pack. Time will tell whether these are added or no depending on the resultant filesize.

¶ I have no release date in mind for this megapack.


* These dates are subject to change.

Prices on Itch.io are slightly higher to offset deductions from Revenue Sharing and PayPal fees.

SGB Hi-Tex Assets Megapack #1 - Terrains: Ground
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NEW RELEASE: Hi-Tex Assets Megapack Vol. 1 – Terrains: Ground

The Hi-Tex Assets Megapack Vol. 1 – Terrains: Ground for SMILE GAME BUILDER has been released for $12.99. It contains 203 ground terrains for use in your games. Stairs and slopes are also included in this megapack.

Where To Purchase

It is available on:

Prices on Itch.io are slightly higher to offset deductions from Revenue Sharing and PayPal fees.

15% Discount

Subscribers (I prefer "patrons") to my Subscribestar will receive an exclusive 15% discount. This applies to $5+ monthly subscribers.

Posted in Resource Pack

Hi-Tex Terrain Megapack Coming Soon!

Hi-Tex Terrain Megapack – Coming Soon

This is an announcement for my SMILE GAME BUILDER Hi-Tex Terrain Packs.

New Terrain Megapack

All three previous volumes are now merging into a 200-terrain megapack for $12.99 (available soon on Gnome Treasure and Itch.io).

Those who already bought Volumes 1 and 2 will get a special price for Volume 3. I’ll work out the details nearer the time of release.

¶ There are actually 203 terrains in the pack!

Included Extras

Included in the megapack for your convenience are two duplicate folders: One for stairs and one for slopes.

The files have been slightly altered with an added ST_ is for stairs and SL_ is for slopes – what else would they be, right?! – to easily distinguish them from the main terrains.

And all $5-tier or above patrons (subscribers) on my Subscribestar account will receive a discount and a copy of the purchased megapack at least a week before its official release. Can’t argue with that!

Pricing

The price for the entire megapack will be $12.99 (slightly more on Itch.io to offset their fees and PayPal’s fees), as opposed to around $15.99 for all three individual packs. Although Volume 3 was never "officially" released, it was scheduled for a $2.99 (ish) price tag.

Combining all three volumes is a win-win. You get a great deal and I get a complete assets pack released.