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[8-BitTonberry]

Bonjour, GMC, long time no see! =]

Summary: I need ideas for a pointer/cursor for a medieval FPS.

I'm currently designing a 3D dungeon crawling game, from a First-Person perspective. I've got loads of progress so far, but I'm just having trouble coming up with a fresh idea for a cursor.
The cursor would be the same kind of thing that just about any FPS would have, or more specifically, the newe Elder Scrolls games, Morrowind, Oblivion and Skyrim.
I just don't want to copy them, I'd like something more original.

So, any ideas you can throw at me, descriptions, mockups, etc would be great. I'll post what I have currently...


Thanks a lot!

[Jster391]

What about a sword cursor?

Edited by Jster391, 21 February 2012 - 07:01 PM.

[YellowAfterlife]

For RPG and dungeon crawler games people commonly use "sword" or "glove" cursors. In rarer cases these also emit particles while mouse is down, or are processed by other effects (i.e. change color) when object "below the mouse" can be used in one or other way.

[8-BitTonberry]

Well, the problem with a sword cursor is that the game is first person. Sword cursors are usually used to replace the default one. I need something that acts more as a pointer centred on the view, rather than a free floating mouse-replacement.

Thanks though. =]

[fireblade212]

guys, hes talking about crosshair, not a cursor.

[Jster391]

OHhhh, I knew it was 3D but I didn't know that's what he wanted. Well, because it's a dungeon/skryim/elder scrolls/oblivion based game the only idea I have is just a miniscule crosshair or you could have a faint image of the sword/spell/whatever in a striking position in front of you.

[KygonsCube]

I know Halo's no weapon crosshair is 5 dots in the shape of a 5 on a side of dice.
I think Portal 1/2 has a dot for a crosshair when no portal devices are equiped.
I say just remove the eye shape around your crosshair and you should be fine.

[DaRk_bLaDe]

Maybe something like this?

[JWRAC]

I dunno about a cursor/crosshair, how about something basic like this?

All I can say apart from that is... I want to play your game! :D

Edited by JWRAC, 22 February 2012 - 05:07 PM.

[8-BitTonberry]

Urgh, I'm an idiot. "Crosshair" completely slipped my mind. Haha

Thanks a lot, guys! I especially like DaRk_bLaDe's little sketch, I'd love to use the design for something, but it's a little complicated for regular use. xD

I think I'll go with your idea though, KygonsCube. Thanks! =]

And thank you also, JWRAC. Maybe you'll see it in the WiP soon.

[DaRk_bLaDe]

I could try and make a less complicated one if you like, infact i could make a few and you could take your pick

[8-BitTonberry]

I could try and make a less complicated one if you like, infact i could make a few and you could take your pick

If you'd like!
I really don't want to be rude or disrespectful, but there's a chance I won't use them.

I'd love if you could attempt though. =]

[DaRk_bLaDe]

I dont mind if you dont use them but i will attempt them soon

EDIT: Maybe some of these/ I made simple ones as you said that is what you wanted

Edited by DaRk_bLaDe, 27 February 2012 - 06:41 AM.

[8-BitTonberry]

I dont mind if you dont use them but i will attempt them soon

EDIT: Maybe some of these/ I made simple ones as you said that is what you wanted

Wow, those are great. =]

I see three I'll probably use. Thanks a lot!

If you'd like to be in the credits, what would you like your name to be?

Also, if there's anything you'd like help with, I'd be more than happy to assist.
Believe it or not, am a graphic artist primarily. xD


_{Also a barrister, carpenter, and soon to be welder if that helps. >_>}

[DaRk_bLaDe]

I would love to be in the credits Could you credit me as Sam Carseldine please :D And i am glad that you liked them. If there is anything i need then i think ill take you up on your offer (in case i need a drink, also a +1 would be nice :D)

Edited by DaRk_bLaDe, 28 February 2012 - 05:34 AM.