Originally posted by amusudan:

Originally posted by Albcatmastercat:

Ok :P
But remember, larger projects would probably require more than what GM offers.
For instance, I was thinking about making an RPG, with evolutions and many kinds of abilities. Thing is, I have -no- idea how to make an inventory and save system :s

For my game I am using an object based inventory, for saving you want to look up how to save using a .ini file in gamemaker, it is what I currently use although I am thinking about switching to .JSON (which you can google, too).

.JSON? I don't think INI would cut it, but, indeed, JSON would probably do the trick. After all, it IS what Minecraft uses...
I might look into it later on.

Originally posted by Reaper:

Originally posted by Albcatmastercat:

Ah, I see.
I can help with -that- itself, as I have a faint sample of knowledge on those.

I think I mostly get the idea and most of the syntax with GM:S it's just understanding where and how to apply them so they are efficient. The game was made on a whim and if an actual programmer saw the code and how unorganised it was, they would probably faint. For any future projects I will write my ideas down and organise my thoughts more clearly before I begin haha

Ok :P
But remember, larger projects would probably require more than what GM offers.
For instance, I was thinking about making an RPG, with evolutions and many kinds of abilities. Thing is, I have -no- idea how to make an inventory and save system :s

Originally posted by Reaper:

Originally posted by Albcatmastercat:

Ah, this can turn into something very, very good...
Did you use global variables?
If you didn't, they can be used for so many things...
For instance: Custom HP bars

As I posted in the other introduction forum I am fairly new. I think I only have 1 global variable in use but I can not for the life of me remember what it is. When my PC, which is what I use for programming, is back on line I will be able to refer to it. But for now the game is entirely all too simple.

Ah, I see.
I can help with -that- itself, as I have a faint sample of knowledge on those.

Ah, this can turn into something very, very good...
Did you use global variables?
If you didn't, they can be used for so many things...
For instance: Custom HP bars

Originally posted by Reaper:

Originally posted by Albcatmastercat:

I've been trying to learn C++, but the Redistributable hates me and won't install correctly </3

Cant be assed to learn any other language to be honest. With being a full time dad and having a full time job, my time and resources are extremely limited. Best of luck to you with that though!

Thanks :)

Originally posted by Reaper:

Originally posted by Albcatmastercat:

Welcome o/

Thanks! o/ I also failed to mention that I have been attempting to learn the GM program and how to use it for only a couple of months now

I've been trying to learn C++, but the Redistributable hates me and won't install correctly </3

Originally posted by Reaper:

I am in between learning how to do pixel art and use GameMaker for game development. I have a full version of GM after an impulse moment I had and tossed cash at YoYo. I have only fully(subjective term) developed one game that is currently on the workshop for GM. I am always looking for info and tips on how to better myself in both areas of development so if you have any questions or C&C for me I am always open!

Welcome o/

My character is healing herself every room;
The code is as follows:

spd=4
spd_jump=-9
jumping=0
image_speed=0.30
shot=0
shottime=0
right=0
left=0
crouching=0
immortal=0

global.MPMax=100
global.MP=50

global.HPMax=100
global.HP=100

Being in "Create" event, it's expected for her to reset, but how can I do as following:
I'm trying to get her to keep the variables when changing rooms, but I don't know any efficient ways to do so. Can anyone help?

Originally posted by Snowy :3 a.k.a. ṩᾄᾗṩ:

Dev. Started making games this week. I'm getting the hang of it. ;)

All I can say is: Learn to read the code, it's just like learning a new language :)

On-topic, I'm an amateur dev, also getting the hang of things and struggling on almost everything :P