Parallax Backgrounds

Hello,

I am looking for images that can be used as parallax backgrounds. Basically, these are images that can scroll continuously without a noticeable looping point. Examples of these images can be found within any project by pressing F10 and going to Graphics/Parallaxes.

I am looking for ALL kinds of these images. What I mean by this is - I am looking for full sized images to scroll the entire screen and images that only scroll over a portion of the screen, such as grass the bottom or clouds at the top of the screen..

Please, if you are aware of any resource websites that can provide such images let me know. Additionally, if you are aware of any resource packs (official enterbrain RPGM add-on packs) that contain such images then please let me know (I won a DLC key ^_^)

So, if you can help with this, it would be VERY much appreciated.

You might check some of granny's list. She has list of all kinds of resources

I tried that list, there isnt really anything there for these kind of images. :(

sorry, i guess i can't help you.

lol no problem. I just hope someone knows a good source of such images :/

Made it a few years ago for some other stuff, I have no idea how to check if VXAce can use it, so you'll have to check it yourself. Otherwise, I seem to remember it looped prefectly:



If it is unusable or if you see some kind of graphical artifacts or doesn't loop as expected let me know and I'll fix it.

If VX can use it let me know so I can make a few others to replace the smaller ones provided in the software.

EDIT: Is it possible to make VX Ace use multiple Parallaxes at the same time? If it is it would be amazing to create layered parallaxes (with the widest being the "far" one) using the transparency already supported by the PNG format. I am sorry if the question is inappropiate for whatever the reason.

Thanks for the reply.

That image is very very nice, would fit in VERY well with PVGames fantasy resources ^_^

Vx ace should be able to use that image without any issues. Unfortunately, it is too good for me to use (I'm looking for more of an RTP vibe - should have probably stated that, sorry :/)

Also, yes, it is possible to have multiple parallaxes in vx ace, you need a script though. HERE is a script that allows multiple backgrounds to be added (like parallaxes) into any scene. Doesn't do Scene_Map but if your able to code it in yourself it wouldn't be hard to do. There are also other fog type scripts that allow multiple parallaxes to be added and modified on the map.

I am actually trying to use numerous layers to create the illusion of distance. In order to do this correctly I need layers of things like 'grass', 'buildings' and 'clouds'.

Again though, even though I am not currently able to use that image, I am sure there will be others that find it VERY useful. I am sure if you wanted to make more smaller ones then people using the aforementioned high fantasy resources would be VERY grateful :)

Just to give a more accurate idea of what I am wanting to do...

dude,i think what you aiming it's not a parallax picture anymore,but 3 different layer moving in different speed
because if you loop a parallax,one thing moving,other thing will move to because it's in one picture.
 

I know that, thats why I stated I needed the images to be on various layers. But they are still parallax images in the sense that they can continuously scroll without interruption.

That is the ideal outcome; however, if that cannot be achieved, I will have to settle for normal parallax backgrounds - which seem to be nowhere to be found...

Well, this is my best shot right now, the RTP example you gave, but dissected, layered and retouched.

Back Layer - Clouds:



Middle Layer - Mountains:



Top Layer - Grass:



Now, for the technical part - If the script you linked can manage the three separately while having three images of different sizes as sources, you can erase the four pixels I added in the top corners of the Mid and Top layers (both sides, 2 pixels each). Easy peasy.

Each layer modification should hold its own if you decide to move the layers on top of it about 20 pixels up or down. Any further and you'll start to see the loss of quality in the pic.

Also, please share a video to see the stuff in action, it sounds really cool.

If anyone needs the non-layered image, here it is:



It's basically the same pic as the source, but with a very minor quality pass.

Also, a tip: try not to google "parallax backgrounds". You'll get better results if you go for "seamless patterns" or "seamless backgrounds".

Those are beautiful. I have downloaded them and will begin placement and tests shortly, from the look of them though they will be perfect. Even if I can only have one of my levels looking as cool as this one will - I will be satisfied. (i hope lol)

Unfortunately, the linked script doesnt accomodate for alternative sized images... Well...

If you have an image that is say 64*32 it will loop the image over the entire screen - like a scrolled parallax. Even if the image doesnt scroll. If you are wanting to have alternate layers though (as I am) the images have to all be the same size (like the ones you provided). Well, thats a breif explanation. I can go into further detail on its functions if you wish :p

After I get the testing done, and code a little more of my gravity feature (which was reliant upon images such as these - not going into much detail here). Once thats done I will upload a video for you to see them in action. Hopefully it works as I plan and looks epic :D

Edit:

OMFG OMFG OMFG !!

I just tested and it looks AMAZING !!

It has the exact effect I was going for. After I finish the code and fix everything the way I need it, I will DL FRAPS and record a small video :)

Also, I will do a google search later for those terms. I am far too excited by this right now. You have no idea how pleased I am :D

thank you 1million * infinity times !!

As promised, here is the video of the parallaxes in action...

what plugin did you use to make the three layered parallax?

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As this post was well before MV came out, it would have been made with Ace and used RGSS3 scripts. However, Dekita is a coder and likely did it himself. No idea if such a system was released. Please create a topic in Plugin Requests or Support asking how to do this or if someone would be willing to do this.