This project started months before the IDs, so I must say.. it was not intended for the IDs. And even in the changing days, this project is still not SOLELY for the IDs. However if you've noticed I have begun faving the ID.. because they are so wonderful (pardon me, I did not write comments on them.. they are all just too wonderful and your all incredible artists!), this is because part of the whole theme/reason for the project to creating characters like these into a fighting/rpg game. So I eventually do want to get all/most of the characters in!




We don't need programmers! We are, however going to need people willing to contribute to the project since, this being a community project. This includes the ID artists themselves to make sprite sheets. Aside from that help is abroad on dA!

We have a FAQ!

I (=robphillips) moved to Dubai, and temporarily was without internet.. but that, was just half the story. It seemed that I relied too much on early contributions to the project. Me and a few select people are still working to put out something to grab the public deviant's eye! Stay Tuned!

So you want to participate in this community project?
There is several things you can submit to the project.

Of course the biggest thing you can do to help to project is just let people know about us! Let anyone and everyone in on the project. Tell people that create original character illustrations about the project also!

Jump to a certain part, crtl+f.
Account Stuff
find : AS001 | Avatars (deviantARCADE and ArcadeBOT)
find : AS002 | Stamps (Project or Chat Specific)
find : AS003 | Journal CSS Templates and graphics
find : AS004 | Project and Character inspired Wallpapers/Fanart
find : AS005 | deviant ID (deviantARCADE and ArcadeBOT)

Character Stuff
find : CS001 | Characters
find : CS002 | Character Back stories and Lore
find : CS003 | Character Custom Background/Backdrop/Theme
find : CS004 | Character Submit/Publication

Game Stuff
find : GS001 | Story Boards
find : GS002 | Platform Graphics and Layouts
find : GS003 | Puzzle Layouts
find : GS004 | Enemies (story and non-story specfic)

Other Stuff
find : OS001 | Non-specific Game graphics

Account Stuff
Avatars -- AS001
We're always looking for new avatars.
Create an avatar for either devinatARCADE or the chat bot, ArcadeBOT.
Then just submit it and drop us the link! We'll try to rotate between Avatars on a regular basis.

Stamps -- AS002
Just like avatars. Create project or chat stamps and submit it.

Journal CSS Templates and graphics -- AS003
If you want. Go ahead and create a CSS Journal design for the Project of Chat bot. If we like your design we might just use it permanently!

Project and Character inspired Wallpapers/Fanart -- AS004
Exactly what you think it is. If you feel inspired to create some great wallpapers or fanart, drop us the link.

deviant ID -- AS005
Now accepting deviant IDs for both deviantARCADE and out chat bot, ArcadeBOT.

Character Stuff
Characters -- CS001
One of the biggest aspects of deviantARCADE is the ability for deviants to submit their own characters. deviants can either create their own character within the game, or submit an original design. The advantage to submitting is that you can roll the entire character into 1 huge package (Original Design, Story and Custom Scenes). If you create your character within the game you'll be restricted to only the sprites you can get in game, but after developing your character you can then submit it as an original design with a story and scene, if you wish.

There is 2 main types of characters. Open and Closed Characters.




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Once the Character Template is complete, you will be able to see exactly what your character can achieve, and you'll find its quite limitless! Your contribution will be unique to your animations. However, if complications arise with your character, you will be notified.
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Important guidelines to remember when creating your design:
Be fair with your character!
Just because your jab is quick, doesn't mean it will be your strongest move!
Just the same, try not to create 30 (Try keeping it to about 5) special movies for your character. Although I can't really stop you, but just be fair!
Perspective.
Slightly turned towards the screen. Think Street Fighter!
Height.
The average height of a character is roughly 85 pixels tall.
Uniqueness.
Don't be afraid of being elaborate! This is your Character. Show him or her off!
Things you may ask later.
Yes! Make more then 1 outfit for your character if you want! Make 4 legged creatures! Not all characters HAVE to be humanoids!

Outfit Ideas
Character Select : This is an outfit that your character will wear when at the main select menu.
Casual : An outfit that maybe will be seen when a user is playing your story.
Battle : Fight gear!
*Note that these are just examples, and just because you make a "Casual Outfit" does not mean you won't be able to use it in battle.*

Not an animator?
Don't worry. You can sprite most all of your costume, weapons, and anything else. Maybe you can sketch special abilities? If not, when you submit your design, just tell us about them!

Need help being inspired?
One of the things that I'm excited about seeing (as well as regretting the potential evil I will unleash on deviantART) is seeing anime fanboys out there with their dream characters. So if your feeling uninspired. Watch an anime. Don't worry, they probably stole the design from someone else.
Think Street Fighter. Think SNK. Think of anything no one else has thought of!

Character Back stories and Lore -- CS002
I'm sure if you really love your character as much as I love mine, you've given it a back story, or perhaps belongs in another universes back story? Maybe a friend wrote a great story, and your character is from that, or MAYBE your character if from a video game or anime series. Point is don't be afraid of giving people a little back story and lore. I know I would want to read about the character that keeps beating me! ..might find a weakness..

What will you do with the stories?
Well, when writing the story/RPG mode for the game, we'll need to place some characters in the beginning of the game that will help low level beginners out. Knowing your character's back story might be able to help us place them better. This is, if you have not created an elaborate story mode for your character!
People will also be able to read the back story right from the game! Another popular idea (also mentioned in submit section), is putting your entire character package in either a deviation, or journal entry. This way when you get your character's ID #, you'll be able to update it on dA and have everything about your character in one place!
Packages = Character, Story, Custom Backgrounds and anything else you think of.

Character Custom Background/Backdrop/Theme -- CS003
Yes, you can submit your own Themes for when users challenge you! This can be just a generic background, or very thorough Scene/Theme. When creating the Theme think about similar games I've mentioned and how those scenes are set up. Backgrounds, Foregrounds and even environmental objects!

Character Submit/Publication -- CS004
The Submit portion of this project is a bit primitive/underdeveloped.
Until we update with the character template, I ask that people just write stories, or sketch their designs. Don't go crazy creating something yet, because it might not exactly fit the rest of the game.
However if you wish to be the early bird... or eager beaver (ok I'm done) then you can begin to create your package, or just the design. Make a deviation, or Journal dedicated to everything that has to do with your character. When you feel that you have something good going, note us and we'll look it over!

Game Stuff
Story Boards -- GS001
So you've create this AWESOME story line for your character?
Well why not complete it by creating the entire story mode for it?
When deviants enter story mode, they will be able to choose the generic story. Or select and character and play their story.

What goes into create a story mode?
Well, you'll need to either create your own graphics, or use generic ones.
Graphics range from scene backgrounds, to even dialog. You won't need to program the thing, just design the story and write what happens. Include designs for enemies and even boss fights.
Ideally, you will want the user to meet you somewhere in the story. Weather your the final evil boss, or the hero that help others to the final boss, your character needs to be in the story!

Why is this? What benefits do I get doing this?
Well you need your character to be in it's own story just because it makes sense. Also because it gives users a change to "Battle" your character, to level up, and add to their "Character Collection".
Probably the BIGGEST benefit to writing a story mode, is that you can make users complete your story, before then even have a chance to challenge you. This helps people get to know your character, as well as provide yet another buffer from spam challenges.

Platform Graphics and Layouts -- GS002
Just like Story Mode, you can create your own Platform world to be played. The Platform enviroment will challenge deviants and give out GamePoints for their achievements.

Puzzle Layouts -- GS003
Also alike Story Mode. Create Puzzles that deviants can solve to earn points!

Enemies (story and non-story specific) -- GS004
Design enemies to be used in either your story, or the generic story mode. Read "Story Boards" for more information. (find : GS001)

Other Stuff
Non-specific Game graphics -- OS001
This can be anything from weapons to menus! Anything you can think of contributing, we're happy to hear about it.