I'd think that players would only enter their Revenge Carts if they are truly dead, i.e. their flags have been destroyed. Otherwise, they're just temporarily removed from the field. That seems like the least complicated way of handling it.
1. Since you can choose which items and the number of them that appear in soft blocks, maybe you could do the same for choosing which items that Bombermen start with. I think there could be some really cool matches made from this. Like starting with 5 full power bombs, but having all soft block items turned off. I'm sure players could come up with awesome combinations.
I can't yet tell if it will end up being in the next version, but it likely will eventually be in.
Azure wrote:
2. Could you add a 'random item' icon in the soft block item select? This would select random items to place in soft blocks. Here's my logic- there are a lot of cool but obscure items that are usually left off in matches. You usually don't want a bunch of weird stuff filling your matches, after all. But say you set the 'random item' to 1. That means that 1 strong or 1 weird or just 1 more regular item could show up. A wild card like this could spice up matches and keep things unpredictable without shaking up the core Bomberman competition too much. Of course you'd also be able to set random items high and let chaos ensue.
Yes.
Regarding Hatahatatoritori stage, I am not saying I don't know what it is, I am just saying that I am not yet sure if that thing will actually get implemented, although I'll definitely consider it.
While Jaklub is reviewing bug reports/requested features, here's some of my own, albeit very minor feature requests:
● At the Battle Results screen in Standard Mode, there are slots for 12 players no matter what. Since this mode doesn't use 12 players, it would be nice to have adjustable slots depending on how many players/teams are actually "playing", giving the actual game a more polished feel. For example, slots for 2/4/6/8 people/COM's currently playing. Or you can go all out and have 2 through 8 predefined sets of slots for the Results screen.
● Custom Characters! - While this may be more of a known feature, and a feature that might be exclusive to offline play, it would be nice to see characters that other users have created using their own graphics. However, this feature is optional, but it's an idea that I'm pitching as a future add-on. It would be no easy feat, but sometimes people create amazing things with the flexibility given to them... and I'm rambling. Sorry!
Bugs:
● You currently cannot play with less than 4 players on Path to Glory (1-B). This might have been reported as an entirely different bug altogether, I'm not sure. Anyway, the map is incompatible with 2-3 players as the game will try to grab variables for the other players, which are currently out-of-bounds in Game Maker logic.
Here is the code order for the bug in question, in order: (playerindex 2 or 3)
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EXECUTION ERROR in creation code of room (internal map name)
Error in code at line 42:
i.player = playerindex[2];
^
at position 19: Unknown variable playerindex or array index out of bounds
Code:
___________________________________________
ERROR in
action number 1
of Alarm Event for alarm 0
for object control_obj:
Error in code at line 31:
other.bomber_object[player] = self.id;
^
at position 24: Unknown variable player
Code:
___________________________________________
ERROR in
action number 1
of End Step Event
for object control_obj:
In script winner_check:
Error in code at line 15:
tr[team] = 1;
^
at position 9: Unknown variable team
(This piece of code loops indefinitely)
Minor Bugs/Oddities:
● You can win while hoisting a bomb above your head, and it'll result in the bomb being suspended in midair until the next screen transition.
● Characters don't get a sad animation when they get the Sandal item in the "Rui's Surprise" Bonus Game.
● It's possible to kick in the wrong direction against an arrow panel and get a looping sound effect as you hold that button, making a rather annoying noise.
● Some fonts like the ones used in "TIME BONUS" appear to be grainy no matter what resolution you set it to. This is purely a cosmetic oversight and has nothing to do with gameplay.
● In the "Dungeon" stage, it might or might not have been intentional, but the classic NES sounds as well as the bomb+item reskins seem to disappear after one round on that stage.
● You currently cannot play with less than 4 players on Path to Glory (1-B). This might have been reported as an entirely different bug altogether, I'm not sure. Anyway, the map is incompatible with 2-3 players as the game will try to grab variables for the other players, which are currently out-of-bounds in Game Maker logic.
Here is the code order for the bug in question, in order: (playerindex 2 or 3)
___________________________________________
EXECUTION ERROR in creation code of room (internal map name)
Error in code at line 42:
i.player = playerindex[2];
^
at position 19: Unknown variable playerindex or array index out of bounds
Code:
___________________________________________
ERROR in
action number 1
of Alarm Event for alarm 0
for object control_obj:
Error in code at line 31:
other.bomber_object[player] = self.id;
^
at position 24: Unknown variable player
Code:
___________________________________________
ERROR in
action number 1
of End Step Event
for object control_obj:
In script winner_check:
Error in code at line 15:
tr[team] = 1;
^
at position 9: Unknown variable team
(This piece of code loops indefinitely)
I Know! It happens to me when I play a CPU against this player!
My Friend, nadiya2000 was playing Power Bomberman, 2 players game on Path of Glory Variations B, I got a error, It's shown 2 White Bombermans and 1 Black Bomberman????
Same there but they are 2 White Bombermans might be a problem it used to happens to me when I was against from hige hige bandit.
I Know! It happens to me when I play a CPU against this player!
At least it's only on that specific stage, unless I'm missing something here... Either way, can't wait for players to have their own items so we can see some awesome one-on-one duels.
For example, the Endurance Battles in Super Bomberman 4.
I Know! It happens to me when I play a CPU against this player!
At least it's only on that specific stage, unless I'm missing something here... Either way, can't wait for players to have their own items so we can see some awesome one-on-one duels.
For example, the Endurance Battles in Super Bomberman 4.
Hi Jaklub, today I connected 10 Gamepads to my PC to test the local multiplayer of your game. Unfortunately the game only recognizes 3 gamepads so far. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for playing, the Path to Glory issue and minor issues will be fixed. All fonts will be eventually replaced with pixel-art ones, customizable features might become a thing, although this is not set in stone. Regarding gamepads, I myself only have one, although a fellow tester has confirmed that 4 Xbox 360 controllers should work as well. Perhaps try toggling around in system settings to make sure the computer recognizes all of your pads.
That's a tad strange, my Xbox 360 controller works just fine here and so did the reported ones. I did hear that there are some weird shenanigans related to Xbox 360 pads in general though, perhaps try using different drivers (I am using an official USB adapter to connect my pad wirelessly).
Thanks again for checking in with us, Jaklub. I didn't even know that controller issues were a thing until you mentioned them in this forum. Can't wait to get a taste of the pixel art fonts and how they'll look when a new version (possibly 4.2) is released to the general public. I can assume that you won't be pushing a release, but I'll be keeping a watch in case it ever does get released.
Oh yeah, and I know requests can be complex, and I apologize if I'm being overwhelming in any way. I try not to be.
While Jaklub is reviewing bug reports/requested features, here's some of my own, albeit very minor feature requests:
● At the Battle Results screen in Standard Mode, there are slots for 12 players no matter what. Since this mode doesn't use 12 players, it would be nice to have adjustable slots depending on how many players/teams are actually "playing", giving the actual game a more polished feel. For example, slots for 2/4/6/8 people/COM's currently playing. Or you can go all out and have 2 through 8 predefined sets of slots for the Results screen.
● Custom Characters! - While this may be more of a known feature, and a feature that might be exclusive to offline play, it would be nice to see characters that other users have created using their own graphics. However, this feature is optional, but it's an idea that I'm pitching as a future add-on. It would be no easy feat, but sometimes people create amazing things with the flexibility given to them... and I'm rambling. Sorry!
I seem to have found a secret mechanic for the power glove. Maybe something to do with timing after pick up and pressing a direction. I was able to throw it farther/nearer with this technique but I can't quite do it consistently.
EDIT: Wait... Does this have anything to do with a strange request about throw behavior I made before? If it is, then it doesn't have anything to do with timing but it does enemy position.