iesposta Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 Maybe something like this would look better? (Yes I am aware that the mockup looks crappy, it was just a quickie for illustrative purposes.) That's different from Post #1242 on the last page how? You going with great minds think alike? Or did you just copy/paste? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian O Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 That's different from Post #1242 on the last page how? You going with great minds think alike? Or did you just copy/paste? He reversed the order so that Pac-Man is chasing the ghost. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlefriend420 Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 I like the blue. But I think a matching blue end label would look better I agree. I'd buy that CIB with the blue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iesposta Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 He reversed the order so that Pac-Man is chasing the ghost. Wow. I even went back and checked and missed that ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NostAlgae37 Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 He reversed the order so that Pac-Man is chasing the ghost. It was slightly more involved than that, I also changed the orientation of each character's eyes to tell the opposite story. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian O Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 I may make a version with white box spines and cart end label. That would break up the yellow. I may also reverse the order of Pac-Man and the ghost. Not sure yet. I want to stay away from the blue since the Pac-Man 4K cart is blue. I think something so true to the original arcade should leverage the arcade graphics and colors. I'll post an update when I can. Thanks! B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian O Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 I like it! Bright and bold. Would you have a hi res version of the box front I could use for my Launchbox cover art? I have no problem giving you the high-res artwork, but since what I have created has not been blessed by the developer it shouldnt be considered the approved packaging. If what I have designed winds up being what he decides to use I can get you the assets. Thanks! B 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AW127 Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 (edited) I would also be interested in the opinion of DINTAR, what design he likes most. Maybe he could write a word to this. Edited June 29, 2016 by AW127 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+sramirez2008 Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 I would also be interested in the opinion of DINTAR, what design he likes most. Maybe he could write a word to this. I wouldn't want to try to sway his opinion, but I hope its the Yellow. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 I wouldn't want to try to sway his opinion, but I hope its the Yellow. Problem with the yellow is it is so loud having an all yellow label. That's why I voted for the Navy background. It makes the Pacman logo really pop. Then again, NostAlgea's artwork on the previous page is also very nice. I like the sunshine effect as opposed to a solid color backdrop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iesposta Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 Problem with the yellow is it is so loud having an all yellow label. That's why I voted for the Navy background. It makes the Pacman logo really pop. Then again, NostAlgea's artwork on the previous page is also very nice. I like the sunshine effect as opposed to a solid color backdrop. I agree, but don't forget Brian O's artwork also has the sunburst effect (you just can't see it unless you view the full image). The reverse of the characters and their eyes makes more sense. (I mean NostAlgae37's) Thanks, NE146, I never saw a Puck-Man cabinet! Never thought that was actually made. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuyAllTheCarts Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 I really want that artwork! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+nanochess Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 I agree, but don't forget Brian O's artwork also has the sunburst effect (you just can't see it unless you view the full image). The reverse of the characters and their eyes makes more sense. Thanks, NE146, I never saw a Puck-Man cabinet! Never thought that was actually made. Now we are talking! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NostAlgae37 Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 I would love to see Brian O make box/label mockups using the minor changes I suggested (and possibly tweaking the colors by breaking up the solid yellow portion). Sometimes small details can make a huge difference in people's perceptions (it's why I tend to focus on pose/gesture in art because it can tell a story all by itself). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 I agree, but don't forget Brian O's artwork also has the sunburst effect (you just can't see it unless you view the full image). The reverse of the characters and their eyes makes more sense. (I mean NostAlgae37's) Thanks, NE146, I never saw a Puck-Man cabinet! Never thought that was actually made. Um, forget what I ever said about the yellow. Also, Now we are talking! You call that an emoji? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoundGammon Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Gotta try playing "Mellow Yellow" by Donovan next time I play this! Anyone up to changing the lyrics to match the game? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shannon Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Y'all a bunch of yellow bellies! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Pacman be all mellow yellow while the ghosts be singing the blues... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AW127 Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 I agree, but don't forget Brian O's artwork also has the sunburst effect (you just can't see it unless you view the full image). Personally i would change the yellow sunburst-effect with the parts of black background, which the arcade-machine had. Then it would look really good. Is it possible to make a clickable poll here in the forum? Then all users can vote for their favourite label of "PAC-MAN 2600", maybe two weeks long or so, and the winner in the end will be the new label then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectorGamer Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Is it possible to make a clickable poll here in the forum? Then all users can vote for their favourite label of "PAC-MAN 2600", maybe two weeks long or so, and the winner in the end will be the new label then. Yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian O Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 (edited) I created the image the way I thought looked best. I can't spend countless hours revamping the packaging to accommodate every design possibility. Besides, Dintar hasn't weighed in yet. He may not want to use any of my design. For now, I'm keeping the design as is, unless Dintar wants to move forward with it. Thanks, -B Edited June 30, 2016 by Brian O Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pac_man_fan Posted July 1, 2016 Share Posted July 1, 2016 (edited) Hello, after a long time (about 7 months since the last version) here is a new update. These are the changes: 1. Now the "hi sccore" is only on the title screen. 2 .The function of the switches has changed: "reset" = reset to the title screen, "select" = select level, and now only with "fire" starts the game. 3. Added a "pause" function (with "fire"). 4. A change in the "chase / scatter timer". (now there are 3 "tables" like the arcade: the first at level 1, the second at level 2 and the last from level 5). 5. A change in "flicker" routine (more optimized and simplified). I just found this earlier in the week - no surprise when I say holly freakin' cow! As you can see by my handle - I am a long standing "Pac - Man - Fan" Like everyone else, I wish this was the game Atari had put out long ago when I was beyond exited to get pac-man for my 2600 back in the day. But, before you finalize the game, a humble request: An option for a FAST pac-man speed. Many of the original arcades got a speed up chip to help keep the game interesting. I would assume this would be a simple addition (with a difficult switch or something) if you so choose. Edited July 1, 2016 by pac_man_fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zetastrike Posted July 4, 2016 Share Posted July 4, 2016 Namco never throws C&D orders around? I'm glad they have the kindness to just leave this little niche alone. They'd have nothing to gain from it. I'll gladly support DINTAR and AA for putting this out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuyAllTheCarts Posted July 4, 2016 Share Posted July 4, 2016 Namco never throws C&D orders around? I'm glad they have the kindness to just leave this little niche alone. They'd have nothing to gain from it. I'll gladly support DINTAR and AA for putting this out. Amen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted July 4, 2016 Share Posted July 4, 2016 Namco never throws C&D orders around? I'm glad they have the kindness to just leave this little niche alone. They'd have nothing to gain from it. I'll gladly support DINTAR and AA for putting this out. I think that's more of a Nintendo thing, who have a history of shitting on their biggest fans. Here's the latest casualty: https://www.kickstarter.com/dmca/nintendo-entertainment-system-famicom-a-visual-compendium-submit Zippy the Porcupine, as well as all of the wonderful Pacman related IP in the AA store, seem safe for now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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