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JoshCM
03-08-2011, 08:26 AM
Hey All,
We are working on this.
Will post some images probably next week sometime.
Already looks really cool though!
-Josh
madmud101
03-08-2011, 08:40 AM
I genuinely can't wait.
As long as you upscale it right, graphics and control-wise this is going to be epic!
lepeos
03-08-2011, 09:42 AM
Hey All,
We are working on this.
Will post some images probably next week sometime.
Already looks really cool though!
-Josh
Hey I know this is not the right place but I couldn't find the Aralon thread in 'iPad Games'.
Will there be any updates for Aralon to take advantage of the new iPad's improved graphics and processing power?
Thanks
JoshCM
03-08-2011, 10:41 AM
not to say that its in the bag, but there should be able to be at least some crossover from the Mac version to the iPad version.
We'll see.
Nullroar
03-08-2011, 01:58 PM
Can't wait. I haven't yet tried the Paladin, I may just get to do it on the big screen.
lepeos
03-09-2011, 05:45 AM
Can't wait. I haven't yet tried the Paladin, I may just get to do it on the big screen.
I think you're talking about Mac, but yeah I'm holding off on the Paladin until I get a new iPad. Can't wait.
Lsatblu
03-09-2011, 01:16 PM
Will it be possible to transfer a save between iPhone and Mac versions?
JoshCM
03-10-2011, 02:02 PM
it would be, but its tricky...
Jarek
03-10-2011, 02:10 PM
Josh, how about adding OpenFeint support and enabling online save game trasnfer between devices? It is safe and works properly in games, Galaxy on Fire 2 for instance.
JoshCM
03-10-2011, 10:44 PM
Here are two shots so far.
What we've added for this the Mac Version:
Normal Mapping
Bloom Effects
Real Time Soft Shadows
(some) higher res models
(some) higher res textures
This shot is shown with 16x multisampling
This is not final, so ignore that stretchy icon on the top left.
-Josh
Rylin
03-10-2011, 10:49 PM
Looks awsome ;)
Trubbles
03-11-2011, 09:14 AM
I would much rather see the implementation of more itemization than better graphics technology.
I love what Aralon represents on the iOS platform - it's really the closest thing out there to a full-size RPG. However, there seems to be a seriously lack of interesting itemization, and there is little or no progression as you level. I find myself using the same non-magical items I've been using for 10+ levels. Reports from other players state that they are at the end of the story and still using the same items. So far, at L18, I've found ONE item with a stat enchant on it (a ring with +2 endurance near the beginning of the game) and one item that enchants a piece of gear with a stat. That's it!
In the modern era of RPGs, interesting, meaningful and progressing itemization is a big part of the fun. Please improve this!
Don't get me wrong - love the game. It's atmospheric and I'm grateful that someone took on the challenge of producing this for iOS.
JoshCM
03-11-2011, 09:59 AM
My job is to make the game look good, basically. I have nothing to do with the programming of the game, other than making suggestions here and there.
Jason is bringing it over the Mac, so there's a lot of work to be done just with the controls and resolution before changing any of the actual game play.
Osmiral
03-11-2011, 12:01 PM
Wow, that looks really good!
dancerdudes
03-11-2011, 01:35 PM
WOW! - I really REALLY REALLY can't wait for this game! The second I was playing it on my iPod I remember thinking to myself "If only I could play this on my computer..." - now the day has come :) - I can't wait!
Any estimates on price? or time until release?
MICHAELSD
03-11-2011, 07:18 PM
Here are two shots so far.
What we've added for this the Mac Version:
Normal Mapping
Bloom Effects
Real Time Soft Shadows
(some) higher res models
(some) higher res textures
This shot is shown with 16x multisampling
This is not final, so ignore that stretchy icon on the top left.
-Josh
The screens look fantastic in the smaller size, but textures look low resolution in the bigger view. Would be amazing to bring these changes over to the iPad 2 version, though. I would even re-buy it for the iPad 2 if you were inclined to release a separate version that has a larger file size than that of the first Aralon. Anxious to see what the final Mac Aralon looks like.
This would be stunning on a Retina Display. Please, please prepare an iPad 2/iPhone 5 version alongside this that receives many of the overhauls. Seriously, I'd pay twice for Aralon!
mehware
03-12-2011, 05:11 PM
Unity Engine at its Best. Good job guys!
gwet17
03-13-2011, 01:17 PM
Estimation for when it'll arrive? I can wait, but I'd like a ballpark range.
setec
03-13-2011, 05:12 PM
I can't wait to play this on my Mac.
I know it's early in the process, but will we be able to possibly move a Saved Game character from an iOS device to a Mac and vice versa?
Keep up the great work!
JoshCM
03-13-2011, 06:51 PM
Estimation for when it'll arrive? I can wait, but I'd like a ballpark range.
probably would be a few weeks from now, hopefully.
redribbon
03-15-2011, 07:43 PM
The screens look fantastic in the smaller size, but textures look low resolution in the bigger view. Would be amazing to bring these changes over to the iPad 2 version, though. I would even re-buy it for the iPad 2 if you were inclined to release a separate version that has a larger file size than that of the first Aralon. Anxious to see what the final Mac Aralon looks like.
This would be stunning on a Retina Display. Please, please prepare an iPad 2/iPhone 5 version alongside this that receives many of the overhauls. Seriously, I'd pay twice for Aralon!
count me +1...ipad 2 optimized gonna be freakin awesome...
JoshCM
03-15-2011, 08:00 PM
Jason just wrote some kickass iPad 2 shaders today. It will be awesome.
Mac first though.
deadly_striker
03-19-2011, 12:00 AM
really looking forward to this. Any info on pricing?
alohavini
03-19-2011, 03:14 PM
My job is to make the game look good, basically. I have nothing to do with the programming of the game, other than making suggestions here and there.
Jason is bringing it over the Mac, so there's a lot of work to be done just with the controls and resolution before changing any of the actual game play.
Hello Josh, can u please help me?
I cant find Shadowspire mine, where is it, I have to get the eggs.
JoshCM
03-19-2011, 08:16 PM
pretty sure you need to fly a dragon there, ice fang?
galoobethgames
03-21-2011, 08:08 AM
Hello Josh, can u please help me?
I cant find Shadowspire mine, where is it, I have to get the eggs.
The Shadowspire mines should be marked on your map. The entrance is in the Outlands, along one of the edges of the lava-pit area.
Scarface81
03-30-2011, 03:45 AM
Looks really sweet - can't wait! I just hope you guys are going to polish the gameplay too, not just the graphics.
Qordobo
04-06-2011, 03:06 PM
Ooops I didn't quote the update with interface adapted to ipad size. That's much better but now there's no hurry and I'll probably wait this Mac version.
deadly_striker
04-22-2011, 09:57 PM
Any updates on this? Can't wait to play it on the Mac.
dancerdudes
04-28-2011, 05:27 PM
Any updates on this? Can't wait to play it on the Mac.
I support this comment.
Really looking forward to this. Any news?
KiddToKmart
05-13-2011, 12:11 AM
+1 for the updated iPad 2 version - any updates on the graphical enhancements? :)
gwet17
05-14-2011, 03:00 PM
probably would be a few weeks from now, hopefully.
That soon? :D
deadly_striker
06-20-2011, 02:38 AM
what happened to this?
JoshCM
06-20-2011, 07:29 AM
sorry for the delay - trying to get an update for the 'regular' version up with the Uthu's problem fixed plus some new weapons. Then we should have a little more time for it.
sorry for the delay - trying to get an update for the 'regular' version up with the Uthu's problem fixed plus some new weapons. Then we should have a little more time for it.
Cool. Still can't wait for this!!!!!! :D
gwet17
06-24-2011, 09:55 AM
sorry for the delay - trying to get an update for the 'regular' version up with the Uthu's problem fixed plus some new weapons. Then we should have a little more time for it.
No problem, take all the time you need.
I seldom finish the RPGs I play on my iPod Touch, but playing it on a Mac will be a whole new experience!
iharry
07-05-2011, 01:44 PM
Looks really sweet - can't wait!
Are the Pocket RPG and the Deadlock releases affecting the development of this?
JoshCM
07-13-2011, 06:21 PM
Are the Pocket RPG and the Deadlock releases affecting the development of this?
nope - something else is.
nope - something else is.
Another new game??????? :eek::eek::eek::eek:
DarthSlim
07-18-2011, 03:53 AM
Another new game??????? :eek::eek::eek::eek:
He said earlier it's an update for the iOS version of the game.
Lunged
08-15-2011, 01:19 PM
I am still looking forward to this! A few questions...
Will this be Mac App Store only, or will you put it on Steam, too? It may sound like blasphemy, but I would love to see a steam play version of this (support for Mac and Windows both with one purchase), since I am a huge Apple fan, but game on a self built gaming PC hooked up to my TV.
I think an indie game like this would be well received by the Steam community, if it was available for both Mac and PC.
dancerdudes
08-20-2011, 05:55 PM
I am still looking forward to this! A few questions...
Will this be Mac App Store only, or will you put it on Steam, too? It may sound like blasphemy, but I would love to see a steam play version of this (support for Mac and Windows both with one purchase), since I am a huge Apple fan, but game on a self built gaming PC hooked up to my TV.
I think an indie game like this would be well received by the Steam community, if it was available for both Mac and PC.
Sounds like someone is PC :p - why post in a "Upcoming Mac App Store" section? .... I feel sorry for ya :D
Aspergian
08-26-2011, 09:14 PM
Looks great. I'm addicted to the IOS version on my 32gb iPod Touch 4g.
Turkeydipking
10-17-2011, 11:10 AM
Hey hey!
After playing through Aralon several times on various iOS devices I remembered that CMG announced it would be coming to the mac..
Is this still true? How is development going? Will we be seeing a mac version of Aralon any time soon?
Cheers
qwqwaa
10-26-2011, 09:25 PM
I'm so anticipation.
qwqwaa
10-27-2011, 09:08 PM
Hoo Yeah. Cant wait.
Amenbrother
02-01-2012, 03:34 PM
Guess this never happened :(
tblrsa
02-03-2012, 07:32 PM
Hope to see a Mac release soon. :)
UniEdit
02-08-2012, 02:28 PM
I am an iOS developer, if you need any help with the file transfer. I am also extremely good in Adobe Photoshop, so, if you don't mind, I would like to ask if I can help out a little.
Klemen
03-23-2012, 02:38 PM
Please make better animations. I didnt mind them on a mobile device, but they should be good on a Mac.
Btw, why dont you release Aralon on Android and the PC platforms too?
Endair
03-23-2012, 06:47 PM
Please make better animations. I didnt mind them on a mobile device, but they should be good on a Mac.
Btw, why dont you release Aralon on Android and the PC platforms too?
Yeah, the animations are a bit too crappy. Agree with Klemen.
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