(Fangame) Mega Man: Parade [seeking programmer and musician]

[1337gamer15]

Our Team so far
1337gamer15- Project Lead, Main Character Designer, Environmental Designer, Document Designer.
Karasz- Enemy Designer, Logo Design, Various Promotional Arts

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Been working on this project since October 2016, planning the game thoroughly and all. Worked a ton on design documents, and concept art for a long time.

It's only til recently that I've finally decided to get something functional rolling.

I'm mainly making this fangame just to prove to people that I have what it takes to make games. It's the only fangame I'm gonna make before I move onto doing my own original stuff.

I'm using the MEGA Engine made by Wrecking Programs. Managed to port it to Game Maker Studio 2 (albeit with an fmod problem, I think the fmod just needs to be updated)

Of course, it didn't take long for me to realize how difficult programming is...

I've made a wee bit o' progress myself, such as modding the Star Crash into Swarm Shield, Butterfly Man's weapon. There's still some functionality missing, like giving the shield health, and allowing the player to fall slower when they have the shield on.






So now I'd really like to ask


Is there anyone out there with decent gml programming experience that could help me put this game together?

Because it's my aim to be a designer, not a developer, and I can't say I see myself being a programmer in the future.

What I am capable of though, is making all the art assets, the sprites, all that stuff.

And if you'd like to help, all you'd need to worry about is just getting the enemies, bosses, weapons, menus and such functional.

Things like sprites, BGs, and level design are all gonna be handled by me.


If payment is needed for your services, then I'm willing to do so.


Also we're gonna need someone that can compose Mega Man styled music

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More info on the game

Story So Far...

 Story so far…
The Robot Expo Parade Carnival has rolled up in town. Mega Man is contacted by the carnival’s MC Rho, who offers him a float at the parade. He also tells him that 9 other guest performer robots from around the globe will be appearing alongside him at the grand celebration.

However, it doesn’t take long for Mega Man to realize that the whole carnival was a trap by Dr. Wily to spread a newly developed malware across the masses quickly. This new virus seems to allow robots to harm humans without fear of deactivating, and the 9 robot guest performers go berserk! Mega Man steps forth to oppose Wily for the millionth time.

Confronting the mad doctor, Wily orders his new robot, Rho, to fight Mega Man. Rho charges his attack, but instead, attacks Dr. Wily! Rho says that Wily may have brought him into this world, but this “blessing” has made him realize the burden humans are on robots. Seems he didn’t think his plans through. Now this virus has taken his control away from his own robots! Rho enlists the aid of the now infected 9 robot guest performers in his scheme to overthrow humanity! He offers Mega Man a position in his army, but Mega Man refuses as hard as he can.

Injured, and reduced to a hospital bed, Dr. Wily is forced to depend on his old nemesis Mega Man, to find and contain the threat of a robot of his own creation.
 
Overall, the story is meant to serve as a “series finale” to the Classic Mega Man story, and explain more why things are the way they are in Mega Man X

The Robot Masters

Please understand the sprites placed here are only proof of concept and are not final in any way. I'm aware they need polish.

Quilt Woman

Silly Robot Master, mainly based off Spring Man, ColorMan.EXE and Laverne from Day of the Tentacle. Represents Kiddie Kingdom


The Silly
Quilt Woman PUN-01 (Children’s Entertainer Robot)
Master of Duvets
Bio: Mascot for Scottish Toy Company, and host of a popular children’s early education show. She can rapidly mass produce fine quilts to help cold homeless people and children. Though playful, she is known to throw tantrums when things don’t go her way. She usually educates small children about letters and numbers, as well as the dangers of playing with sharp objects.
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Weapon: Plaid Block
Good Point: Playful
Bad Point: Childish
Like: Sheep
Dislike: Purple tentacles
Stage: Toy Factory
Energy: Dry Battery
Quote: “Who says you cannae learn anything from cartoons eh?”

Plaid Block – Fire a sewing bobbin that turns into a plaid cushion. Can be used as a stepping stone. When shot at enemies, it tangles them in sewing thread, and instantly kills small enemies, even Metalls hiding in their helmets.

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Cyclops Man

Meant to fill the role of the usual Bruiser type robot masters there are. I liked how Frost Man was so much larger than Mega Man, and wanted a Robot Master similar in vein. Mainly based off Hyper Storm H, Centaur Man, Frost Man, and Rainbow Man from Mega Man Unlimited. Could be a representative of either a Horror Land or Galactic Zone as a one eyed alien.
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The All-Seeing
Cyclops Man PUN-02 (Actor Robot)
Master of Optics
Bio: Has a large single eye that can produce entire laser shows for music bands. His sight is much clearer than the average robot, but has limited peripheral vision. He has also played the role of either a monster or extraterrestrial in Halloween movies. His large eye is his only means of sight, and would leave him helpless if he were to be shot there by something jagged.
Country of Origin: Greece
Weapon: Iris Laser
Good Point: Suave
Bad Point: In financial debt
Like: Psychedelics
Dislike: Eye damage
Stage: Cobblestone Tower
Energy: Fusion Cell
Quote: “It’s not a party without Cyclops Man!”

Iris Laser – Fire an eyebeam that will ricochet off walls, and can explode into a giant flashing eye of light. You can fire again to detonate early.

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Genie Man

A magical robot mainly based off Flame Man, Cloud Man, Mistman.EXE and Great Tiger from Punch Out!! Yer going to love his weapon, if you can get past his stage. Overall represents the fortune tellers found in theme parks.
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The All-Knowing
Genie Man PUN-03 (Fortune Teller Robot)
Master of Fortune
Bio: A fortune teller robot with built in pyrotechnics and holo projector to attract customers. He can’t actually grant wishes, so he instead tries to tell his customers how to alter their fate for the better. When fighting, he usually tests his opponents as if a teacher, hoping they have the strength to best him. He levitates using a smoke-like compound, that fulminations can blow away.
Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates 
Weapon: Genie Illusion
Good Point: Clairvoyant
Bad Point: Doesn’t seek victory
Like: Selfless people
Dislike: Greedy people
Stage: Treasure Caves
Energy: Thermal Power
Quote: “Pay attention to me!”

Genie Illusion – Fire a holographic copy of Mega Man, that will explode, as well as attract the attention of enemies. Enemies who shoot it will be electrocuted, and if they touch it, it will explode in their face. Not all enemies are fooled though…

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Hunter Woman

An Aussie robot master who was made to counterbalance the goofiness of Quilt Woman. Mainly based off Search Man, since I thought his fight was sloppy, and could use improvement. Also based off an swagman cork hat, crossbow hunter, and Janey Springs. Meant to represent a Safari Adventure or Animal Kingdom section of a theme park. Adding a bit o' lucky country humour to any project's bound to make it a rippa mate!

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The Sharpshooting
Hunter Woman PUN-04 (Big Game Hunter Robot)
Master of Survival
Bio: Hosts a TV show on wild game hunting, as well as general survival tips for robots who get lost in the wilderness. Never loses track of her prey, following them until the opportunity to kill arises. Can survive in many environments, thanks to her solar panels. She generally reacts quickly to sniping things, and can only rely off the quick blurry silhouette she sees.
Country of Origin: Australia
Weapon: Homing Crossbow
Good Point: Adaptable fuel intake
Bad Point: Poor hygiene
Like: Nature
Dislike: City folk
Stage: Desert Billabong
Energy: Solar Energy
Quote: “See you beyond the black stump, mate!”

Homing Crossbow – Fire a crossbow bolt, that you can charge to lock onto enemies.

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Goalie Man

Mega Man Soccer done more proper. Mainly based off Strike Man, who thought had a some missed opportunities in his stage. People like sports, it's definitely something you'd expect to see a gift shop of in a theme park.

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The Amazing
Goalie Man PUN-05 (Sports Player Robot)
Master of Sports
Bio: Mascot for world soccer tournaments. Many fans, as well as professional soccer players hope to challenge him in a game, to prove their sportsmanship. He is also an expert at teaching even complete idiots how to kick a ball around. He hates it when large insects plague the playing field and interfere with the game.
Country of Origin: South Africa
Weapon: Slider Tackle
Good Point: Good team player
Bad Point: Bossy
Like: Fans and supporters
Dislike: Strike Man
Stage: Olympics Stadium
Energy: Solar Energy
Quote: “Footy rules!”

Slider Tackle – Allows Mega Man to do a dashing slide that can let him tackle enemies. He also leaves behind 3 floating dust clouds that harm enemies. He can also now slide in midair, for an air dash. You’ll also be invincible for a wee sec after the attack

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Corsair Man

Arr! Thar be a piratey robot master. I overall felt Pirate Man wasn't piratey enough (let alone Mega Man and Bass wasn't good at all), so here's a more ghost pirate version. Mainly based off LeChuck from Monkey Island and Kaptain K. Rool. Representing the Carnival of the Damned, pirate themed attractions like the Pirates of the Caribbean ride.
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The Swashbuckling
Corsair Man PUN-06 (Resort Mascot Robot)
Master of the Seas
Bio: Mascot for a pirate themed tropical getaway resort. Wields large kegs of grog, the most volatile substance known to pirates, very explosive and corrosive. He has a problem with his liquid coolant unit (which he refuses to fix), making him “spit” whenever he talks. Despite his usual bravery, he seems to have an irrational fear of tartan patterned objects.
Country of Origin: The Bahamas
Weapon: Powder Keg
Good Point: Brave
Bad Point: Drunkard
Like: Spitting
Dislike: Root Beer
Stage: Sunken Galleon
Energy: Alcohol Engine
Quote: “Rat-tat-tap, do you have a treasure here?”

Powder Keg – Fire a rolling barrel that explodes when it touches something. Can aim up to do a lob shot, that will roll slower when it hits the ground.

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Butterfly Man

A disc jockey robot master, who came to mind when I was trying to think of a shield weapon that would allow Mega Man to fall slower. He's got a whole Daft Punk motif so he's a sort of Jewel Man/Ghirahim type guy, trying to make something as meek as butterflies seem cool. People like to party.

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The Bedazzling
Butterfly Man PUN-07 (Dancer Robot)
Master of Performance
Bio: Expert leader of an all robot performance troupe. Excels in many forms of dance. Has apparently visited outer space once. He can send frequencies that allow him to control many tiny robotic butterflies, and make them fly in artistic formations or shield himself. The butterflies seem to lack defense against a certain kind of optically emitted radiation.
Country of Origin: France
Weapon: Swarm Shield
Good Point: Elegant
Bad Point: Narcissistic
Like: Techno
Dislike: Bad smells
Stage: Bramble Circus
Energy: Wind Energy
Quote: “Be amazed!”

Swarm Shield – Surround yourself with a swarm of butterflies to protect yourself. Can absorb a few hits before breaking. Can also be fired forward. Additionally, while the shield is on, you’ll fall more slowly, letting you platform more cautiously.

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Kukri Man

A robot master who I added mainly just because i like Kukris. I tried as hard as I could to make him not look like Blade Man, but I couldn't think of any other way of employing blades all over his body. Either way, he is mean to be an improved Blade Man, whose fight I also felt wasn't the best. I also thought it'd be neat to have a robot master who ice skates.

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The Swift
Kukri Man PUN-08 (Figure Skating Robot)
Master of Skating
Bio: Created by a company that makes weapon props for use in movies. Fitted with an experimental antigravity device, that allows him to spin or detach his torso. He is also a champion figure skater. Because his anti-gravity system is experimental, he has trouble keeping balance after being struck by full body force.
Country of Origin: Nepal
Weapon: Kukri Slasher
Good Point: Determined
Bad Point: Arrogant
Like: Pirouetting
Dislike: Dull blades
Stage: Himalayan Village
Energy: Fusion Cell
Quote: “Eat high carbon steel!”

Kukri Slasher – Fire a boomerang kukri, which pierces enemies, and can even retrieve most items. Can aim up for an arc shot, and aim down for a dip shot.

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Valkyrie Woman

A secret, 9th, optional robot master, who can only be found by collecting all 4 of the Secret Runes, much like how Mega Man Unlimited had Yoku Man. She is mainly based off an old Looney Tunes Short, and Wigfrid from Don't Starve and Knight Man. She sings operas and talks with umlauts over every ö she speaks.

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The Warrior
Valkyrie Woman PUN-09 (Opera Singer Robot)
Master of Opera
Bio: Opera singer robot of little popularity. This may be due to the fact she only shows herself to an audience she deems worthy. Don’t expect a happy ending with her around... Her weather control systems are a wee unstable and could break if the same force was struck at herself.
Country of Origin: Norway
Weapon: Valkyrie Storm
Good Point: Barbaric
Bad Point: Depressed
Like: Tragedy
Dislike: Rabbits
Stage: Mechanical Yggdrasil
Energy: Wind Energy
Quote: “Face your swan söng mörtal!”

Valkyrie Storm – Summon a thunderstorm! Rain wipes out all small fries, while 4 lightning bolts will strike down in random locations, all in sync to the high notes of “Ride of the Valkyries” The lightning bolts can deal decent damage to enemies who aren’t wiped out by the rain. It’s very powerful, but you gotta bear in mind that Valkyrie Woman’s stage is going to be rather difficult.

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Rho

The game's planned Main Antagonist. He is mainly based off Magic Man and Maxwell from Don't Starve

Spoiler

He is meant to be a younger incarnation of Sigma, as the game's story is a transitional torch passing of villainhood from Dr. Wily to Sigma. Throughout the story, Dr. Wily gradually grows to learn the error of his ways, as he is replaced by someone far nastier. Even though Dr. Wily chooses to be good, he has inadvertently sowed the seeds for what will become Mega Man X, placing Zero, and now Rho, whose program is later found years later by Dr. Cain and made into Sigma. He can't run from his mistakes and villainy that easily.

Rho is overall Sigma back before he became so selfish and cruel, being more easygoing, had a dashing good full head of hair, and loved to entertain other robots, but he was still a bit of a human genocidal megalomaniac . The story follows his character developing into so.

The Almighty
Rho PUN-00
Master of Ceremonies
Bio: A robot Dr. Wily made to host a fake “Robot Expo Parade” to spread a new virus he was testing. Seems the virus was more potent than he thought, because Rho has gone rouge and turned against his own creator. Rho seems to be very good at manipulating robots to join him, with his dashing good looks and magic tricks. There’s something very familiar about him too…
Good Point: Charismatic
Bad Point: Megalomaniac
Like: Lycoris Radiata flowers
Dislike: Dr. Wily
Energy: Unknown
Quote: “It’s for the greater good of robots everywhere.”

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I'm also hoping folks could give me some feedback regarding the concept of this project.
Please bear in mind that I've been working on it for months, and it may not be so easy for me to change things like the robot masters, as I've already determined how their stages work, their weaknesses, and how they interfere with them in aspects besides just simply dealing more damage.
I could change their designs a bit, but it won't be easy since they'll need fit the descriptions of their powers and abilities accordingly.
Please provide as much guidance as you can when it comes to redesigning a robot master.

For things like changing the layout of a stage, that won't be too hard.

If you're interested in working on this project, send me a PM.

[KaraszKun]

We're just working hard to show what we are capable of. Heck, I had a fun time working as a conceptual artist. If this doesn't impress you, then what will?

[iyenal]

Some sprites needs shading.

[1337gamer15]

trying to follow the NES colour pallette limits. Generally around only 3 or 4 colours per sprite. I already stated the sprites weren't final.