Hey all,
Today I've successfully finished porting and debugging the code for the server-side functions. So, the server portion is up and running successfully (to a certain extent). There is no graphical interface, but I've managed to track and confirm the motion of all the units and entities using only debug code. Now I have to get started on adding all the new code involved (such as the network comm system). After that, I'll start on the Client (graphical player interface) version in earnest.
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Welcome to the development page of Dune 2: The Golden Path. This is my attempt to recreate the original Dune 2 from the ground up, using completely original code and incorporating modern-day RTS features (and compatibility with Windows XP/Vista/7, Linux and Mac), with a focus on the multiplayer experience. The only things taken from the old Dune 2 are the graphics, sound, and gameplay style.
When completed, this game will be available completely free of charge to the public. I may or may not release source code at various points during the project, but will most likely release all upon completion.
The original Dune 2 always has a place in my heart. It reminded me of David Lynch's Dune, which appealed to me greatly as a lad, and even moreso now; The heavy paternal overtones and moody musical score makes me think of my father, who suffers from Lewy Body disease. The game itself also reminds me of an entire summer spent playing the game for hours a day with my big brother Aaron.
This page and project are dedicated to my father.
When completed, this game will be available completely free of charge to the public. I may or may not release source code at various points during the project, but will most likely release all upon completion.
The original Dune 2 always has a place in my heart. It reminded me of David Lynch's Dune, which appealed to me greatly as a lad, and even moreso now; The heavy paternal overtones and moody musical score makes me think of my father, who suffers from Lewy Body disease. The game itself also reminds me of an entire summer spent playing the game for hours a day with my big brother Aaron.
This page and project are dedicated to my father.
1 comment:
Hi, it's wonderful and perfect! I felt like old times... :)
I was playing RC3 a little and here is my review...
Perfect:
+ Carryall system
+ harvesting (spice don't overflow, and it's more valuable than in original, I think)
+ building and training system
+ upgrading (IX)
+ palace and aliances
+ new units (comming from Dune background)
+ grouping troops
+ mobile trading post
+ spice blows
+ shortcuts F1-10
+ window mode
+ generated maps
+ and lots of details ;)
I know, your point of interest is network game for now. But think about...
- selecting units
It is first RST ever. Selecting units only one by one... It was innovating already in Warcraft 1 (4 units at once). It is really annoying (if i could be angry with Dune). And selecting with left and necessary deselecting with right mouse button... first 10 minutes i was slightly disoriented. (forgive me, rts mother :)
- With your new idea - AI. If you try to implement that, it will be great challenge to you (and us).
- maybe speed up the game (while 2 players are connected. 'single-player' is ok.)
- bug - when maximized window (not full screen), there are some graphic problems when building units (when setting position of new unit -> horizontal black lines).
- bug - F10 didn't work
- what about singleplayer campaign or scenarios? maybe it could be funny with map editor or something like that :)
Here is one question.
? microwave power - what does this upgrade do? Mentat is quiet ;)
Last words...
Keep goin'! You have great fanclub at our school ;) We enjoy your work, news and new releases :)
[ And how it can be? For he is... ]
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