Pixel Defenders Puzzle (by Gary Whittle)

Discussion in 'iPhone and iPad Games' started by Vovin, Dec 15, 2012.

  1. AnarKitty

    AnarKitty Well-Known Member

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    I can hear this game calling me to spend a dollar on it. I must obey! :D
     
  2. Snooptalian

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    Looks good, but no Game Center or iphone 5 optimization is disappointing...
     
  3. Vovin

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    #23 Vovin, Dec 16, 2012
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    I also noticed the two flaws Lotd Gek mentioned before, but I am sure they can be fixed in an update. The game needs a limit for the usage of power-ups.
    But the normal 36 levels alone are worth the asked price. This is GotW material, yes. Price is more than fair.
     
  4. Tyra

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    Well, I think I can't restist.... ;)
     
  5. Vovin

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    Trying to lure the developers to touchArcade! :)
     
  6. J.R. Jalapeno

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    Awesome game! We just need gamecenter for endless mode high scores.
     
  7. formulae

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    Hello! I created PDP :)

    Thanks everyone for your positive comments, and the constructive criticism!
    I'll address the latter first.

    Yeah I kinda rushed the description (wanted the game to be approved before Xmas), it definitely needs updating with more detail. Could really use a video trailer too (thanks to Sanuku for making a gameplay video!).

    Yeah, this applies to the iPhone 5 version too (small black band above & below) - I'm hoping to use the whole screen for all devices in the future!

    I would like to have fleshed the Endless Mode out a bit more with some unique features, but for the current version I just wanted something where you can practice the core gameplay, and play with no stress.
    I'd love to hear any ideas (from anyone) on how you'd like the Endless Mode to be!

    That's a very valid concern - A limit is something I'll definitely add in the next update.
    The plan was (and is) to implement GameCenter or Facebook to compare your Endless Mode scores with your friends - for the moment as you're only competing against yourself it didn't occur to me to add a limit.


    I'd be very interested to know how difficult you guys find it in general? It's really tough to gauge this as I've played it so much it's second nature to me now.

    I notice Sanuku was defeated on Level 6 (too difficult?) and made me realise something I overlooked - if you use Stock items in a level and are still defeated do you think those stock items should be 'refunded'?

    I'm glad you guys like the tutorial - I wasn't sure how it'd be received, as it's quite involved.

    Would love to hear any other thoughts you guys have! Thanks for supporting the game :D
     
  8. LordGek

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    Maybe in the future you could add something more like an arena? Just an unfinnishable encounter with gradually increasingly difficulty waves of baddies? Points would be awarded much like now as well as something for defeating the baddies. How many waves can the player thwart before they finally kill the VIP?
     
  9. Amenbrother

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    Yeah, this applies to the iPhone 5 version too (small black band above & below) - I'm hoping to use the whole screen for all devices in the future!

    Would def like iphone5 support.
     
  10. formulae

    formulae Well-Known Member

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    That's a solid idea - Something I'll definitely test out. Thanks for the input!
     
  11. Jdragoon19

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    Yes, this is what the Endless mode should be, IMO.
     
  12. undeadcow

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    #32 undeadcow, Dec 16, 2012
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    I am enjoying Pixel Defenders Puzzle so far but agree an improved endless mode would seal the deal.

    It would be good if the game informed users of level challenges to be rewarded with shop items (i.e. defeat level within 10 turns and get a void square).
     
  13. Misguided

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    #33 Misguided, Dec 16, 2012
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    I've just finished the tutorial, and I predict this is going to become an obsession for a LOT of people. I actually didn't care that much for Triple Town, because there was no defined goal or point to it. Here there is. I haven't played any of the real levels yet, but what I think is brilliant about the design of this game is the way matching obstacles gives you a benefit. Typically, matching a unit into a better type is better than using it, because it will get more action points, damage, status effects, etc., but there will be times it is advantageous to "use up" a unit and create obstacles too. Great idea.

    Speaking of which, it might be nice to see an indicator of how many turns a buff on an obstacle match remains in effect.

    There are all sorts of potential balancing acts in this game. Do I go ahead and kill the last opponent of a wave now? Should I wait and build up my board/AP some (potentially running the risk of clogging up the board)? Which units should I attack with? Should I store that megapixel or use it now?

    Btw, the tutorial is great, but the delays between the text windows popping up and before the advance button appear are excessive, IMO.
     
  14. formulae

    formulae Well-Known Member

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    So the advance button doesn't show up quickly enough you think? All the time or just some times?
    It could do with some refining for sure! Thanks for the tip and the write-up :)
     
  15. nuutsch

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    Played the tutorial and the first five levels.
    This game is brillant and my game of the month!!
     
  16. mantascorp

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    I'm enjoying the game quite a bit so far! I can see what others meant about the tutorial arrows needing to pop up quicker.

    The other thing I wanted to mention is that currently, the sound in the game still plays even if the device is muted. Can that be addressed?

    Overall, GREAT job on the game, Formulae!
     
  17. Sotoro

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    Great game so far, but i really miss:

    - Iphone 5 Support
    - Gamecenter Archievments
    - Gamecenter Leaderboards
     
  18. formulae

    formulae Well-Known Member

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    Eek! Thanks for alerting me to this - Yes it can be addressed, and I'll fix it in the next release.

    :D
     
  19. sweetdiss

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    Does this (or will it) support iCloud for those of us playing across multiple iThings? : )
     
  20. Amenbrother

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    Agreed.
     

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