Arin's Let's Play/Try Thread

Arin · 2014-06-18T09:22:40+0900

After playing around with Camtasia Studio for a bit, I realized that I should actually be doing something worth it. So I came to the conclusion of trying my hand at the infamous Let's Play/Try scene. I'll admit I have never had to do this before, so I'll probably be nervous as hell. But it's pretty nice to review games in the format of video, and I've always been drawn to it, and now it's my chance to make it shine. With that being said, though, if you want some feedback for your game, I'm not going to say no. Just be sure to: --Leave a post here with a link to your game. --Specify what kind of platform it is (RPG Maker XP, VX, Ace, and MV (EDIT: I'm willing to make an exception for IGMC since I refreshed myself that IGMC is any platform, but this will be the only time)) so I can get the appropriate RTPs. --Original content only. If there's something I've already seen or played, I won't play it again. This way, I'm not speedrunning through the game and both the developer and I can fix bugs as they come. Plus it's not as exciting when you've already been spoiled about what's going to happen. There might be some leeway to this rule if I haven't seen an entire game yet, or if I haven't cared enough/haven't had the time to finish the game. --NO FANGAMES. Just....don't. They all suck. And you know it. --NO BACKSEAT GAMING! A.K.A. DON'T TELL ME HOW TO PLAY YOUR GAME. LET ME FIGURE IT OUT FOR MYSELF. THAT PISSES ME OFF. --Please tell me before hand if your game is a demo or a complete game. Demos of games are considered Let's Tries (unless they're mere moments away from actual release), and complete games will get a Let's Play. (There is a difference between the two.) --Just to be warned, I can get pretty intense with my critique, and if your game looks like there was no care put into it, I won't care in return. If you can't handle criticism/ranting very well, look somewhere else. Just to make sure that I'm not swamped with games that I can't complete, I'll only allow 5 games to be LP'd at any one time. This makes it easier on me because it's organized and that I don't forget whose game belongs to who. The list will go at the top of the thread. Lastly, leave a thank you. You have no idea how much a simple thank you makes me feel enthused. <- Twitch Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl162iNjTHFowTuzN7JGIQA?view_as=subscriber <- Youtube Channel

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Arin

#41 Jul 12, 2014, 04:32 AM Source

Iron Croc said:
Give us links! :)
Always check the OP for links to the new vids.
Casia

#42 Jul 12, 2014, 05:43 AM Source

Thank you for playing Nothing But the Third! I enjoyed watching it. Your criticism was well-founded and I will fix the errors and bugs you encountered, as well as make the first battles more doable. It's been interesting to see the development you've made as a LPer. You were much better in the later episodes than the first ones, and it's nice to know my game could contribute to your learning. :)

When I originally came to this topic, I was planning to ask you to play my bigger (and frankly, much more fleshed out and better) game, Casia. Nothing But the Third just happened to be automatically on your list. Now that it's done, I would really love a LP of Casia. Obviously, since you just did another game of mine, it's reasonable if you want to keep it as a lower priority than the other games on your list. I would still like to request a Casia LP though (and it's much better than NBtT too). :)
Arin

#43 Jul 13, 2014, 11:42 PM Source

Casia said:
Thank you for playing Nothing But the Third! I enjoyed watching it. Your criticism was well-founded and I will fix the errors and bugs you encountered, as well as make the first battles more doable. It's been interesting to see the development you've made as a LPer. You were much better in the later episodes than the first ones, and it's nice to know my game could contribute to your learning. :)

When I originally came to this topic, I was planning to ask you to play my bigger (and frankly, much more fleshed out and better) game, Casia. Nothing But the Third just happened to be automatically on your list. Now that it's done, I would really love a LP of Casia. Obviously, since you just did another game of mine, it's reasonable if you want to keep it as a lower priority than the other games on your list. I would still like to request a Casia LP though (and it's much better than NBtT too). :)
I would be more than happy to.....if I hadn't already seen previously recorded footage of it by my good friend, Deathspark. And since I've seen previously recorded footage of it, I already know all of the gimmicks that the game has to offer, right down to the subtle hints. So, I apologize, but unless you want me speedrunning through the first hour of your game with nothing to say and everything I already know, then I can't do it.

Also a little bump to say something:

my stomach is jankity and I don't feel good. This makes my throat rumble sometimes and it's seriously freaky in recording. So....no recording for a while. At least, until I figure out wtf is wrong with my body (probably everything).
Casia

#44 Jul 14, 2014, 05:57 AM Source

Well, Deathspark only played for a short while and didn't get very far. The game is 24+ hours long, so there is a ton that Deathspark didn't get to. Also, a couple of new versions with bug fixes have been released since his videos were recorded. I'll leave it up to you what you want to do though.

I hope you get better soon. :)
Arin

#45 Jul 15, 2014, 01:47 AM Source

Update for Episode 2 of The Vendor.
Fernyfer775

#46 Jul 15, 2014, 02:04 AM Source

I LOL'd so hard when your AVG Anti-Virus popped up on your screen during The Vendor and you just stared at it for a minute before sighing and closing the pop-up... XD
Arin

#47 Jul 17, 2014, 03:03 AM Source

Update for Episode 1 of Beyond Reality.
Galenmereth

#48 Jul 17, 2014, 10:51 PM Source

Just finished watching episode 2 of The Vendor. Loving your playthrough, but I'm sad that you failed again :< Remember that they still have the gear you sold them though~
Arin

#49 Jul 18, 2014, 01:56 AM Source

Update for Episode 2 of Princess of Peril.

I tried a different method of editing this time that would allow me to put the video at 720p, so I'm going to be doing this from now on.
Arin

#50 Jul 19, 2014, 05:09 AM Source

Episode 5 of Demon Hunter is out.
Arin

#51 Jul 22, 2014, 04:18 PM Source

Update for Episode 2 of Beyond Reality, now with subtitles for that special someone.

Still boiling mad about how the whole thing was a dream, though.
defunct-user

#52 Jul 22, 2014, 04:58 PM Source

Charlotte said:
Update for Episode 2 of Beyond Reality, now with subtitles for that special someone.

Still boiling mad about how the whole thing was a dream, though.
Spoilers, dude! D:
Arin

#53 Jul 27, 2014, 06:10 PM Source

Sorry i haven't recorded anything yet, guys. It's been a pretty busy few days what with preparing for parties and work and other activities involving a certain game called Elsword owo. Hopefully, I'll get to something in the next day or so, starting with episode 6 of Demon Hunter, since I'm still stuck on Princess of Peril, I've given up on that game for now, and The Vendor is just incredibly boring and I lost all recording footage of it the last time I played it, so...there's just a little update to let you guys know what's going on!
Arin

#54 Aug 20, 2014, 04:31 AM Source

After a long break, I'm back. And finished Beyond Reality! Check the OP to see the conclusion!
Arin

#55 Aug 21, 2014, 02:40 PM Source

Update for Episode 7 of Demon Hunter.
Arin

#56 Aug 22, 2014, 05:47 AM Source

Update for Episode 1 of Unraveled. Totally different than what I was expecting, actually.
BlackLiquidSorrow

#57 Aug 24, 2014, 09:19 PM Source

Would you kindly testplay the demo for my game?

it's about 45-75 minutes long.

http://forums.rpgmakerweb.com/index.php?/topic/23947-ethernet-odyssey-wdemo/
Arin

#58 Oct 28, 2014, 06:17 PM Source

I'm opening myself up for requests once again. I've found a bit more spare time and have been practicing time management to get everything to flow more correctly. So what does this mean for you guys? I'm officially back in business! Recordings of Demon Hunter and Unraveled will continue as per usual, and if you have any new requests, link them here. Remember, no horror games. Spoiler below for why.

Spoiler
It's not anything against you, or anything against the engine that it's used in, but horror games in general are terrible by my standards, mostly because of many things. Most people don't really have the same "experiences" that they have in real life when they go to make a horror game, so they can't really establish a connection between with what's "scary" or, what's supposed to flow correctly in this scenario or how it's supposed to play out. Which usually ends up with either lots of needlessly graphic gore and violence, or something that just isn't concrete. Again, it's nothing personal, but when I look at all of the RPG Maker horror games, 99% of the time, they aren't concrete enough for my tastes, or I'm left confused at what is going on. Or there's excessive amounts of violence in it. Which is a no-no.
Anything else I'm okay with. Oh, and also, pleeeeeeeease be sure to like and favourite. It really helps me get out of the state of mind of "this isn't worth it because I get no recognition whatsoever". And please link the videos to all of your friends for their enjoyment: I'm sure some people will enjoy me flubbing about as I try to play your game.

That being said, let 'er rip!

DITR said:
Would you kindly testplay the demo for my game?

it's about 45-75 minutes long.

http://forums.rpgmakerweb.com/index.php?/topic/23947-ethernet-odyssey-wdemo/
Added to the list.
omen613

#59 Oct 31, 2014, 05:34 PM Source

Enjoyed watching the Demon Hunter vids you made, looking forward to number 8....or maybe I should just download the game myself lol. Keep up the good work
Arin

#60 Nov 8, 2014, 05:30 AM Source

Update for Episode 8 of Demon Hunter.

Unraveled will follow tomorrow, and then finally, DITR's project, which I forget the name of! Sorry! >_<