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I'm an amateur writer. Most of the time I write about video games, make YouTube videos and take part in podcasts here I've tried to gather a lot of my writing in one place here I'm open to feedback, so have at me.

Hi, I wanted to know if there are any resources online that go through the steps of making basic turn-based strategy games and also wanted to know if there are any recommended engines or platforms to make a turn-based strategy with. I've been toying with an idea for a long time and have a few sketches for something I'd like to turn into a turn-based strategy game, but don't know where to start or what tools I should use. I have a tiny bit of game making knowledge. I'm thinking really basic topdown 2D stuff and any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks, uo

I felt the same way about Valiant Hearts but decided to stick with it through to the end. I gained nothing by finishing VH, but wanted to tell you that the second half of the game is entirely pointless. You're not going to be missing much. I found the portrayal of the enemy characters equally irritating. The strangest thing I took away is that, for a French development team, I thought they would understand or be aware that the German leaders during WW1 were considered to be as evil as Hitler during the post WW1 era, and it was a combination of being overshadowed by the events of WW2 and Nazi propaganda framing the WW1 leaders as buffoons that changed their reputation from blood thirsty, warmongering tyrants to idiots in pointed hats. By the end of the game you're are walking over piles of dead french troops, with the in-game art made up of limbs and torsos. You're not missing anything by bailing out. PS: hope this was coherent. I've just woken up.

I am thinking about quitting "Yoshi's New Island" on 3DS. In two minds about it. I loved the original on Super Nintendo, but this sequel feels wrong. I'm also sick of dying when the analogue stick thinks I want to slam into the ground mid flight over a bottomless pit. Also, no awesome ragtime music. Can anyone talk me out of it?

Hey, Been listening to the Idle Thumbs and Tone Control Podcast for a while, thought it was time to join the forums.