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[ThatSnail]

Haaaaah. I... forgot to review the games.

Well, that's my procrastination getting the better of me again. Might review some of them later. If I feel like it. Maybe.

(Excellent video, TheSnidr!)

[ziggler1]

Spoil? There's nothing to spoil. It's all there in the voting topic. What's the difference between someone doing it themselves, and waiting for Nocturne? Nothing...The Jam is already over.

I'm not posting them in the case someone is against it, not to mention I did it quickly and I am not certain if the best of votes are included in the vote count.

Plus you make it sound like you're special somehow for knowing the results, even though anyone can.

I meant nothing by it. Just trying to built anticipation.

[makerofthegames]

Just because I hate that people weren't able to see the best part of mine and Speedchuck's Jam game because of the fact that it is the part we put the most effort into, I have created: Gaming 404 Easy Mode!
EDIT: Broke link then fixed it.

Edited by makerofthegames, 14 February 2012 - 03:37 AM.

[ziggler1]

Just because I hate that people weren't able to see the best part of mine and Speedchuck's Jam game because of the fact that it is the part we put the most effort into, I have created: Gaming 404 Easy Mode!
EDIT: Broke link then fixed it.

The link is broken for me.

And then you fix it while I am posting

Edited by ziggler1, 14 February 2012 - 03:38 AM.

[Joe H]

Spoil? There's nothing to spoil. It's all there in the voting topic. What's the difference between someone doing it themselves, and waiting for Nocturne? Nothing...The Jam is already over.

Plus you make it sound like you're special somehow for knowing the results, even though anyone can.

LOL, let the post-jam sleep-deprivation fueled comments begin! Calm down guys, we will know soon enough. What surprised me was how many different projects got great support! I think that is a really success of this Jam because honestly, I did not get to play all of the games. I'm very sure that I missed some great ones, and after watching the recap video I know that there will be a bunch that I've got to give a try. I think I got two votes last jam and I felt like a million bucks twice. Just surviving is a pretty good feeling in my opinion.

[Klassic]

Spoil? There's nothing to spoil. It's all there in the voting topic. What's the difference between someone doing it themselves, and waiting for Nocturne? Nothing...The Jam is already over.

Plus you make it sound like you're special somehow for knowing the results, even though anyone can.

LOL, let the post-jam sleep-deprivation fueled comments begin! Calm down guys, we will know soon enough. What surprised me was how many different projects got great support! I think that is a really success of this Jam because honestly, I did not get to play all of the games. I'm very sure that I missed some great ones, and after watching the recap video I know that there will be a bunch that I've got to give a try. I think I got two votes last jam and I felt like a million bucks twice. Just surviving is a pretty good feeling in my opinion.

Don't listen to him! Let's all get really mad!


I had a ton of fun making my game this time around, AND I learned valuable lessons about not-making-your-game-so-confusing-that-nobody-except-3-people-understand-what-to-do!

[Nocturne]

Dadio, I have updated your votes in the topic, okay? And now I'm off to work and I'll post the winner before midnight tonight.

[ThatSnail]

I had a ton of fun making my game this time around, AND I learned valuable lessons about not-making-your-game-so-confusing-that-nobody-except-3-people-understand-what-to-do!

But that's the best way to do things...

And I'm typing on my phone at 4 AM so I can't quote you efficiently but I agree with you Joe H. Fewer votes this one around but a heckton more reviews, even the non-vote, non-obligated ones. Also some new faces this time around, and some I've seen posting and interacting a lot more since the jam (I tip my hat off to you, HayManMarc ). And Raocow's video review marathon was a nice touch. And TheSnidr's video compilation. Man, you guys rock.

[chance]

Fewer votes this one around...

And even fewer, after Nocturne disqualifies the voters who didn't write reviews, or say why they voted that way. I'm talking about vote posts:

makerofthegames, Post #69
Blade52Dus, Post #74
Joe H, Post #99

I mean, the rules were pretty clear about this:

Your top three games MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A SHORT REVIEW and posts with no reviews of at least the top three games will be considered <void> at the time of counting.

Maybe you can convince Nocturne to let you edit your posts?

[HayManMarc]

I had a ton of fun making my game this time around, AND I learned valuable lessons about not-making-your-game-so-confusing-that-nobody-except-3-people-understand-what-to-do!

But that's the best way to do things...

And I'm typing on my phone at 4 AM so I can't quote you efficiently but I agree with you Joe H. Fewer votes this one around but a heckton more reviews, even the non-vote, non-obligated ones. Also some new faces this time around, and some I've seen posting and interacting a lot more since the jam (I tip my hat off to you, HayManMarc ). And Raocow's video review marathon was a nice touch. And TheSnidr's video compilation. Man, you guys rock.

Why thank you, ThatSnail. I agree with you whole-heartedly.

The Jam 'worked' on me. By joining the Jam, I became more involved and excited about making games and sharing with and getting to know the community. That's what I think the Jam is really about, with the side benefit of creating great games and promoting new game ideas.

Also, I learned that I didn't know enough well enough, speaking of GML and programming in general. What I've learned and refreshed myself on in the last two weeks or so (It's only been two weeks??) is, well, it kinda blows me away. (I'm trying to understand particles, now. eep.) I'm a beginner novice when it comes to GML and making games and the Jam showed me what I'm capable of and what I need to learn.

Joe H, a couple posts back wrote that "just surviving is a pretty good feeling". Well, I think I barely survived (maybe) with a broken, unfinished game, but I can walk away knowing I'm better and smarter because of it.

Thanks Nocturne, and everyone else involved making this Jam happen. It absolutely was a great Jam.

[Nocturne]

I'm glad to see such positive feelings about this Jam! The last one ended with a slightly sour note, so it's nice to see that put behind us... As for those that have NOT posted mini reviews, as they are the exception rather than the rule, then I'll probably just include their votes this time.

[Docopoper]

I'm glad to see such positive feelings about this Jam! The last one ended with a slightly sour note, so it's nice to see that put behind us... As for those that have NOT posted mini reviews, as they are the exception rather than the rule, then I'll probably just include their votes this time.

Few, Joe H gave me the highest rank I got.

I would have sucked if that had been taken away from me.

Thanks Joe.

[Snail_Man]

Wow. What a great jam. I loved TheSnidr's compilation video (good job on RGB btw), and it was overall great. I didn't get any votes, but I did get two must plays, which is two more than I got last jam. Good job to all, there were a lot of fantastic games this time around! Only one problem TheSnidr; now you'll be expected to make a video like that for every jam after this one.

Edited by snail man, 14 February 2012 - 01:56 PM.

[orange08]

I'm casually scrolling through the votes and it looks like Disillusion and Boximus are doing the best of all the games... but who knows with this SSE thing?

[RekNepZ]

I calculated the votes myself too (not sure I did it right). I'll post them if you guys would like. I see why it may be better to just let Nocturne do it though.

[HayManMarc]

Best to wait for the official tally to minimize confusion, IMO.

[chance]

As for those that have NOT posted mini reviews, as they are the exception rather than the rule, then I'll probably just include their votes this time.

Well... since you're ignoring that rule, I suppose you'll also count the votes I posted with my fake account. Whew, that's a relief.

[HayManMarc]

So, how many voters were there?

[Joe H]

I'm glad to see such positive feelings about this Jam! The last one ended with a slightly sour note, so it's nice to see that put behind us... As for those that have NOT posted mini reviews, as they are the exception rather than the rule, then I'll probably just include their votes this time.

+1'd
The rules were very clear, I'm lucky that I got my votes in at all! Anyway, here my reasoning:


1) Breaking theFacade - ziggler1

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This game was first and foremost fun. I enjoyed the puzzle solving nature and the use of theme was excellent. What really solidified my vote was that it didn't try to do too much. The game stayed true to the jam theme, ziggler created levels that gradually increased in complexity and the presentation/graphics were consistent. It is a project that I'd like to see the development of continue.

2) Moonlight Sonata - Docopoper

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This project got my second vote because, even while I thought the gameplay became frustrating after I got deep into it, the presentation and level design was solid. I loved the sparkling sprite and the falling particles gave a really rich atmosphere.

3) Falling for Milk - 11clock

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Not only do I appreciate the dedication to the jam theme, but I really thought that this was a clever game. The review video was funny and convinced me to give it a go myself. Maybe I am a big partial to games of this type but I find something about falling down the face of a building quite fun.

4)Mario Norris Kart - Yal

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To be honest I didn't get the connection with the theme as well as I did for many other titles that I didn't vote for. Maybe it's chuck norris or mario kart, but this one was fun. I'd call it my guilty pleasure vote if that can be taken lightheartedly.

I know we don't have to explain these ones but here goes anyway.
Best Use Of Theme - ziggler1

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Having tried to make a Jam game before, I appreciated how well ziggler was able to keep his game consistent with the theme and produce what I saw as a complete game. There was no aspect that he neglected nor did he try for something that simply couldn't be completed within the time frame. Hats off for keeping to not only the Jam theme, but his own theme as well.

Best Presentation - Follomania

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I interpreted presentation as smooth mechanics with explained gameplay and pleasant graphics. I think Fallomania satisfied all of these the best, and did so in a game that could otherwise have been confusing. It was quirky and fun and neat to look at.

Best Devblog - True Valhalla

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I think TV does this as well as anybody. His attention to the process of making the game along with his updates and eventual final product is interesting to follow. He has a knack for this sort of thing and that consistently shows when he enters the jam competitions.

[makerofthegames]

Fewer votes this one around...

And even fewer, after Nocturne disqualifies the voters who didn't write reviews, or say why they voted that way. I'm talking about vote posts:

makerofthegames, Post #69
Blade52Dus, Post #74
Joe H, Post #99

I mean, the rules were pretty clear about this:

Your top three games MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A SHORT REVIEW and posts with no reviews of at least the top three games will be considered <void> at the time of counting.

Oh, I'm so on this.

Best Use Of Theme: Feet Of Clay because this entire game is a facade.
#2 vote: Falling For Milk because of raocow's LP of it. It looks pretty fun. Yeah, didn't play it.
1st: Feet Of Clay, well that's obviously because

As for those that have NOT posted mini reviews, as they are the exception rather than the rule, then I'll probably just include their votes this time.

Oh, nevermind then.