PinballU for iPad available on iTunes

Peter_Olafson

I made something sort of resembling a pinball machine(how's that for a sales pitch?)

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pinballu/id378759807?mt=8

Here are 25 codes. Enjoy.

TYHTKWYMLK9M
W7XHXWXLTPJL
WFRAAFEMX4AX
KF9YWRAL6PW7
7R43WPAHF7XN
TY9HMPL77693
9YMEMH94YYRE
X44A9AETY73A
KNFY9KA6H7EJ
M7K6ALX4JRAJ
33Y3JL4PWFTK
KF4A4FX9KAPH
XLYW7AJT9AMY
7HXLHLYM4XPP
3XARXJPJTNMX
HAWFL9JFAHJW
YYRNHXE9MNKN
FFJA47AMRJAA
43H4RNNLLTWN
ALY749XHP9KL
T6JKN3WYPK6J
4PEXLANLPAYM
H6APYEYF6A4X
XX49LP47KLRW
LTK4HMJP3ME4

Peter_Olafson

And since I don't have an iPad I'd like to know... does it work?

QuinnZoneStudios

Cool - I took TYHTKWYMLK9M
I love pinball games so will be keen to see how it works. I'll post here and let you know (as well as leaving a review of course).

Thanks!

mike

Peter_Olafson

Cool. Thanks. The longer I worked on it the more I disliked it. So I need a fresh perspective.

QuinnZoneStudios

Hey, just a couple of things after first viewing.

When the green logo comes up, at first I thought the app had stalled as I didn't realize I had to click on the name. Then I didn't realize until later there were two games to choose from and that each name "8Ball" and "PinballU" were clickable buttons. Perhaps I was being dumb (answers on a postcard...), but you might want to make that more obvious?

The 8Ball worked pretty well. I know flippers are a real pain to get to work due to the physics but it looks like these work as expected most of the time. Because of the physics, when the ball rolls down the flipper and then you flick it, the ball has less power than if it hits it hard. You may want to add a rule that states "when the ball touches the flipper and flipper is activated, change velocity" or something perhaps? Not sure as it's really tricky but as I said, it works reasonably well.

A couple of variously pitched "ding" effects could break up the repetition quite nicely.

The PinballU seemed to be having problems. I really like the idea of building your own layout so that's cool. For some reason the scoring stayed at zero and the flippers had no power to shoot the balls. The dragging and dropping was a little tricky as I wasn't sure what I was supposed to do (and I'm not a card player). When my finger covered up the object I was trying to drag, I often wouldn't notice the object got dropped somehow further back. Perhaps turn it larger and brighter whilst dragging for visual feedback? Finally the ball kept getting stuck on the triangle to the right of the flipper. I'm guessing it's getting caught on the opposite end of the flipper, past the middle pivot point?

With a little extra feedback and play testing you could have a unique pinball game here. I hope that all makes sense. Just my observations so take 'em with a pinch of salt if you like, no worries

If you have any questions feel free to ask as I'll be happy to assist. Also, let me know if you think I'm nuts and I'll be quiet, lol!

Thanks and good luck with it!

Mike

Peter_Olafson

Good feedback thanks. I definitely need an ipad for good testing. Will probably add a shake function in the future to help avoid any sticking.

Peter_Olafson

Already a one star. Knocking the load time and game salad games. Plus advertising another game within their feedback. I'm wondering after a few games now if my codes aren't being used against me.

Peter_Olafson

Upon further review... the guys a jerk. Knocking all pinball games that aren't his and advertising his.

FranzKeller

I have an iPad and will test it. I used XX49LP47KLRW

Don't be too annoyed by this one guy, on the internet you can expect to meet a few JERKS ;-)

QuinnZoneStudios

Hey Peter,
Do you still want me to submit a review or wait for some fixes so the review can be higher?
Either way is fine just let me know.

Yes adding a "tilt" shake function might be a good solution.

By the way, the load time was fine in my iPad. The GS logo was barely up for 3 seconds and the other load screens were no more than three more seconds total, so yeah, the guy was a jerk. Sorry about that but I guess they are out there.

Anyway just let me know what you would like, review wise

Thanks again and all the best,

Mike

Peter_Olafson

I'm appreciate honesty so feedback at any time would be great. Feedback now would help others that are thinking about making a pinball game. Currently I'm working on an upgrade to Memorcise as a customer says it's crashing on his 3G phone after updating to OS4. Pinball updates will happen after that. These things take on a life of their own.

Peter_Olafson

Just got an email from a gamesalad hating troll that says because I stated here my game wasnt' tested on ipad that he will be contacting apple and asking for a refund because he doesn't buy games from kids trying to rip him off.

1. I'm 40
2. It's tested on Gamesalad's simulator.
3. What is a rip off? I spent two weeks on it. My time isn't worth 99 cents?
4. What an a**hole.

Really dislike some of the schmucks around here.

Peter_Olafson

So anyone else facing this sort of BS when they post games?

Peter_Olafson

Wow, his mother must not have prepared his meal the way he likes it.

Censored by me:
"Everyone can be anything on the internet, you are proof. Not only will I get a refund and not buy anything from you, I will do my best to make sure nobody does because you are a thief and a moron. A f**king competent "real" developer knows you must test on the device, you stupid pr**k!

Now, suck my a** you inbred sh**."

So that's what gamesalad developers are up against. Does Gendai take a stand or sit quietly collecting their 99 dollars?

Peter_Olafson

Anyone know how to report abusive emails about apps to apple?

quantumsheep

I can't help you there.

It sounds like the troll that used to frequent these parts before he got banned. Can't remember the name because frankly I don't care!

Evidently he has a lot of spare time on his hands, and unable (as far as I know) to post here, he's resorting to buying our games and sending abusive emails.

At least we're getting some money off him. Though I feel bad if it's coming out of his welfare cheque...

I think Design 219 got one too: http://gamesalad.com/forums/topic.php?id=8180

This guy used to call people 'kid' here too when he was spouting his bollocks - it's a way of trying to gain authority over you - don't worry about it - it's a cheap trick.

I honestly believe this guy is a failed developer himself, threatened by what he sees as 'normal' people making games.

So much hate and anger. He's obviously not well. I pity him, really.

Perhaps if he used his energy to make a successful game, he might feel better about himself...

Don't let it get you down, fella.

QS

Peter_Olafson

Bollocks? You're British ain't you? ;-) Do you all still celebrate getting rid of us every July 4th?

Peter_Olafson

Just read your link. Yep, that's the guy alright. What a nut.

quantumsheep

We have a big party

Out of interest, was it the same guy that emailed Design219?

QS

Edit - ah, it was. Poor guy... I think I probably overestimated him saying he was a developer. He's not smart enough...
I hope he gets help soon.