New MMORPG in development! Recruiting!

You might want to restructure your post in accordance with the rules (see the topic at the top of this forum). Pointing out that one of your team members is 'just a friend Lol' and that another member is not required yet isn't helping. Another thing you want to avoid doing is using the word "lol", you're almost 15 and shouldn't be using it anyway, but it decreases how seriously people can take you as a game developer.

Also you need to be more descriptive when saying what you want people to do - what kind of characters will be in the game? What kind of items, environments? Do you need 2d or 3d environment artists (since you've mixed up 3d and 2d environments at the end of your post). As the supposed leader of the project you should be able to clarify this better, and also realise that what you're suggesting is an isometric MMORPG.

On that point, what will set this project out from other hopeful MMORPG's, and already created ones? You've shown an image of another game that has similar graphics to what you're aiming for - but not given any reason why yours will be better.

I'm not going to give you any stick for being 15 although others probably will, especially since you seem to know what you're talking about - but arrogance isn't good. However much you consider yourself one of the 'best teenage programmers', voicing that is NOT a good idea.

One last thing that puts you at a disadvantage is that you don't have anything to show - you could've asked Andrew to do some models (assuming you meant modelling, not modding?) so you could show them - some sort of demo using temporary graphics - something that would convince people that you're not just another bunch of people that have decided to make an MMORPG.

i like your website. holla back yo!

OMG! That site is like 1-2 years ago and I've forgotten about it too.

As for the 1st post, I'll edit my post today when I have time, I am changing the vbGORE engine to isometric, so I can have the camera set just like that screenshot of GoonZuOnline has, makes it look "3DLike" even though it's 2D.

Also I have a myspace now.

A sensible thing would be to delete that site now before potential team members see it.

its good to be confident.... but don't get cocky...
as for your site, i agree, it will more than likely scare away any possible future teammates.

Like Jarrod said ...I thought for a long while this thread was a joke/troll.

Is this a real project? I really am not sure.

Like I said, that site hasn't been looked at for ever! I don't know the password for it, Lol I was 12 years old I believe...Yes, this project is real, just I haven't found the right people who'll do it for free until the game gets running.


Really I have no time to worry about my stupid lil' acts from 2 years ago, almost 3. If any of you would like to see some work I've done; I'd be happy to show you.

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Original post by LilMain If any of you would like to see some work I've done; I'd be happy to show you.

I think you'll get more response if you do, feel free to link to your portfolio.

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Original post by LilMain Really I have no time to worry about my stupid lil' acts from 2 years ago, almost 3.

Fair enough. But in looking at your profile and seeing a name like 'WANGSTAHOOD' as your nick might lead others to believe that you have not really changed. I am not flaming, just letting you know how some might see it.

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Original post by LilMain If any of you would like to see some work I've done; I'd be happy to show you.

I think some screenshots and details of your past work would go a long way towards finding the right sort of partners.

Cheers.

Yes I'm interested in seeing some of your work before even considering this project.

You should really post screens and demos of your game, not someone else's if you want to

1. prove this game exists
2. give an idea of the progress
3. what help the game requires to finish it.

A vague description of how l33t you and your team are is pretty much useless if you want people to help you out.

Also the correct term for "2D MMORPG, with a 3D Environment, kind of semi-3D characters and background" is "isometric"

As you seem to be getting a lot of negative replies, I'll attempt to provide you with some more useful information.

You have to understand that a lot of people are quite sceptical when reading the X'th "Help needed for MMORPG" project. The reason for this scepticism is that many of such projects have failed simply because the creator(s) could not foresee the huge amount of work that comes with creating an MMORPG. In order for people to seriously consider joining your team, you should therefore very carefully explain your ideas and if possible, show some work you've done on the MMORPG already.

Having said that, you should first restructure your original post to match the Mandatory Posting Template or you risk getting your post deleted. Furthermore, your post should contain a lot more information other than what the template requires. I'll put up a short list of things I'd want to know, although many people might even like to know more.

- A short yet complete description of your game. What exactly do you have in mind. If possible, provide us with a game design document so we can see that you are serious and have thought things through thoroughly.
- A list of the technology you'll use. You'll have to be very specific on this one or people will think you haven't got a clue about what you're talking. An example would be "C++ with the Ogre3D library for graphics and OpenAL for sound".
- When you try to get people to work for/with you, they'll want to know what you're capable of yourself, as to avoid you being lazy and them doing all the work. Rather than naming a few languages you know you should also tell us about some of the previous work you have done, since many people won't take your word for it if you tell them which languages you know.
- A detailed explanation of the things you expect other team-members to do. People are not likely to join a project when they don't even know what they are expected to do.
- You might also want to consider to review your post and get the "lol's" etc. out of it. You stated that you are 15 years old and this fact alone might scare away potential team members. Therefore, anything that can prove your maturity will help getting people to join you. Furthermore, your original post will also function as some sort of ambassador. If it is carefully written and formatted people will see that you are serious and that you have put in some work to get people interested in your project. A good example of such a post would be this topic.

Do this, and many people might look at your post with a lot more interest ;)

Really, I don't care what you all think of me..There's people emailing me and IMing me because of this post, and they all wnat to help, because they know this'll get finished one way or another, and just stop trippin' over that stupid ass website like..OMFG! I was fucking 12 years old! Get over it and STFU!

Piss me the hell off! This isn't a joke, this is real! I'll do thios shit by mysel if I have too, of course I'll ahve a hard time and have to learn a whole lot more, but idc, this is my dream, and I'm going to make it happen!


Peace!

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Original post by LilMain Really, I don't care what you all think of me..There's people emailing me and IMing me because of this post, and they all wnat to help, because they know this'll get finished one way or another, and just stop trippin' over that stupid ass website like..OMFG! I was fucking 12 years old! Get over it and STFU! Piss me the hell off! This isn't a joke, this is real! I'll do thios shit by mysel if I have too, of course I'll ahve a hard time and have to learn a whole lot more, but idc, this is my dream, and I'm going to make it happen! Peace!

i wish you best of luck with your project... but this isn't a way to come off as being professional.

hi im am ben aka yaraso i am Lilmains modeler u guys need to get out of ure moms basements and stop watching hentai and do somit cause if this game gets done we might be able 2 bring it out on CD so shut up cause we only just started this project and most projects take about 1-3 years we will get this done cause we have the time and we have the people soon

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Original post by Jarrod1937 Quote: Original post by LilMain Really, I don't care what you all think of me..There's people emailing me and IMing me because of this post, and they all wnat to help, because they know this'll get finished one way or another, and just stop trippin' over that stupid ass website like..OMFG! I was fucking 12 years old! Get over it and STFU! Piss me the hell off! This isn't a joke, this is real! I'll do thios shit by mysel if I have too, of course I'll ahve a hard time and have to learn a whole lot more, but idc, this is my dream, and I'm going to make it happen! Peace! i wish you best of luck with your project... but this isn't a way to come off as being professional.

See that's the thing, I am not looking to be professional, I am looking to succeed my dreams, that's to make my own MMORPG, and get on a Rap Label man, I'm going to do what ever I want with my life, and fuck all you people who say I have to be pro, because this game is gettin done SouthPhilly style! Where I was born and Raised til' 12 years old! All you wnat me to be pro, what if I just wnat to make a game that's enjoyable, not all pro and shit takin peoples money for fun, if wnated to do that, I'd use Byond, but nope, I want to make my MMO enjoyable for any age. Don't try to squash my dreams, because you just can't! When I put my mind to shit, I;m going to do it, and never quit, maybe take a break, but never will I quit! I am only 15, I am not going to act all grown or anything, I am just going to use my skills to build a really fun and/or cool MMORPG.

See, you and teenagers with that attitude your posting with are the reason that all teenagers have a bad rep. Being professional doesn't mean your game won't be fun. It show's that you are serious.

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Original post by LilMain Really, I don't care what you all think of me..There's people emailing me and IMing me because of this post, and they all wnat to help, because they know this'll get finished one way or another, and just stop trippin' over that stupid ass website like..OMFG! I was fucking 12 years old! Get over it and STFU! Piss me the hell off! This isn't a joke, this is real! I'll do thios shit by mysel if I have too, of course I'll ahve a hard time and have to learn a whole lot more, but idc, this is my dream, and I'm going to make it happen! Peace!

I'm sorry to say it, but these posts ("new MMO!!! join the bandwagon!") are very common, but there are very few succesfull indie mmos. And the people that are all e-mailing you and IMing you most likely aren't the most responsible/dedicated bunch.

EDIT: You seem very ambitious, so I'll give you some advice. If you really want a dedicated team, you should show some previous projects that you have worked on. If you haven't worked on any other decent sized projects, make some. The kind of people you want on your team (the dedicated kind) will join someone that can prove they get stuff done. The people that are willing to join up on a team with someone just because they see the letters 'MMO' (that's all you've shown them) wont stick around long.

lol, i'm sorry but i couldn't resist it, i apologize in advance.

p.s. in all seriousness, it is good you guys are determined however acting professional is the only way you'll achieve your goals. if i was looking to join a team this topic would have already scared me away by your lack of professionalism. however at the same time i understand you probably don't give a crap what everyone else thinks, only problem is that you're trying to recruit those very people. however continue and do whatever you want, as long as the final result is success then who cares. goodluck.