Image Sizing for GS Windows Beta

TheGabfather

Since assigning images does not yet automatically resize actors, I'm still a bit confused with image sizing (haven't used the Mac version as of yet).

If I want a 128x128 character in my game, does that mean that I should create a 256x256 image in Photoshop, assign that image to my actor, and then resize the actor to 128x128? Assuming I want to use RI.

Also for backgrounds, is the iPhone 4 resolution 640x960 meaning I should create my background art at 1280x1920 in Photoshop?

Unfortunately I cannot ad hoc build yet to my iTouch & iPhone so I cannot check for image crispness, etc :-<

Manto

If you want a character with 128x128 image on iPhone retina with resolution independence on, you make it 128x128. If you want a 128x128 character on older devices (non retina) with resolution independence on you'll have to make them 256x256. And they will be 256x256 on iPhone retina.

If you want the background be 640x960 for iPhone retina (iPhone 4+ res) make it 640x960 not 1280x1920.

Resolution independence will make your images half their original size on older devices than iPhone 4.

TheGabfather

Hi @Manto1
So you're saying that I should design a 256x256 image in Photoshop, import it to my actor in Windows GS, manually resize the actor to 128x128, enable RI, and it will look good on iPhone retina as well as on older devices?

Thanks a lot!

Manto

Yes. You make the images double the actor size with resolution independence on, to make them look good.

TheGabfather

Thanks, I really appreciate it!

Manto

You're welcome

tenrdrmer

It should be pointed out that unless you plan to use a mac you cannot publish for iPhone.

TheGabfather

@tenrdrmer
Yes I have an Air on the way
I prefer working on my Windows rig though because it's where I make all my multimedia content.

lanmind

Wish I could get a decent Mac