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I am now developing stand alone casual game titles for sale. Unfortunately, UWindow2 does not quite fit into my development schedule these days.
http://blog.digitalconfectioners.com/?page_id=206
For those who are interested in the history of UWindow2 and my post mortem on it.
For those who are interested in the history of UWindow2 and my post mortem on it.
Nice write up SS. It's good to see that you took a lot of positives away from the project and hopefully the experience will help you in the future. I'm sure you will shudder when any employer mentions "crunch time" from now on. 
As for your stand alone games I wish you all the luck and will no doubt be trying a few out myself. Out of interest what (preferred) language are you coding them in?
As for your stand alone games I wish you all the luck and will no doubt be trying a few out myself. Out of interest what (preferred) language are you coding them in?
We develop in C++ using either OpenGL or DirectX depending on the level of technology that is required. For prototypes I usually use C++ and OpenGL but I would like to shift to C# and XNA for prototypes as I've heard it's much faster to prototype in that language.
TheIronKnuckle
What the hell is this "ballin" thing?
My research shows that C# is a lot less procedural than C++ and to a greater extent C. C++ and C# can both be proceduaral and object orientated, where as C is mostly procedural. I'm not exactly sure who told you that object orientated code is more about optimisation and elegant code... as these can be present in any language.
The reason why I mention C# with XNA is that it really takes a lot of grunt work out of coding basic systems such as drawing meshes, textures and so forth.
Well, prototypes still have to show the original idea and intent ... so there is quite a lot of work involved still. Still, I have a lot of code lying around that I can use at any stage.
The reason why I mention C# with XNA is that it really takes a lot of grunt work out of coding basic systems such as drawing meshes, textures and so forth.
Well, prototypes still have to show the original idea and intent ... so there is quite a lot of work involved still. Still, I have a lot of code lying around that I can use at any stage.
Its a bit sad to see all that excellent work end up unused.
It would be great for a TC or something.
It would be great for a TC or something.
TheIronKnuckle
What the hell is this "ballin" thing?
I said that! OMG! 
I was pretty damn sleepy when i wrote that post. Looking at it now i have no idea what i was thinking. That post came out of my arse, just ignore it.
I was pretty damn sleepy when i wrote that post. Looking at it now i have no idea what i was thinking. That post came out of my arse, just ignore it.
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You do know Epic was looking for someone to help make UI's, right? I know it sucks working for the man, but Epic can't be to horrible.
Someday we'll say "we knew him when...."
EPIC POSTING:
We are seeking a cutting edge UI Designer who is well versed in motion graphics and graphic design and who also brings with them a passion for games. Core duties would include User Interface and Heads Up Display work for our next generation titles. Additionally, you will be responsible for miscellaneous graphic design tasks such as promotional pieces, signage, web graphics, motion graphics, product packaging, magazine ads, etc. Ideal candidate would be an experienced self starter who can communicate well with programmers to develop cutting edge UI designs for games and interactive media. Candidate must be proficient in a diverse set of software including Photoshop, After Effects, 3ds Max (or equivalent), Flash, Illustrator, In Design, etc. Experience with video game user interface is a necessity along with strong graphic design and motion graphics skills, additional abilities with print and web are also required. This is not an entry level position.
Someday we'll say "we knew him when...."
EPIC POSTING:
We are seeking a cutting edge UI Designer who is well versed in motion graphics and graphic design and who also brings with them a passion for games. Core duties would include User Interface and Heads Up Display work for our next generation titles. Additionally, you will be responsible for miscellaneous graphic design tasks such as promotional pieces, signage, web graphics, motion graphics, product packaging, magazine ads, etc. Ideal candidate would be an experienced self starter who can communicate well with programmers to develop cutting edge UI designs for games and interactive media. Candidate must be proficient in a diverse set of software including Photoshop, After Effects, 3ds Max (or equivalent), Flash, Illustrator, In Design, etc. Experience with video game user interface is a necessity along with strong graphic design and motion graphics skills, additional abilities with print and web are also required. This is not an entry level position.
In addition to what Bersy said, I don't actually want to be just a UI designer. I'm a programmer, so I create the core code which runs UI's. I don't really have a strong background as an artist. I mean, I can do it ... but thats the extent of it.