Maniac Mansion - Dott-Style (still in business!)

[Shane 'ProgZmax' Stevens]

The up walkcycle is excellent.  The right walkcycle is a bit robotic (almost looks like he's kicking his leg forward) but it works.

Edit:  Since you've asked me for tips before, I've posted my edit to the right of the original to give you an idea of what I'm talking about.  Basically I just made the movement of the arms and legs smoother and brought the leg all the way down on a down step.  I also made him bob up and down naturally.  The head turning left and right is purely optional and something I did just to see how it would look.

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edit by darth - linked to image edit rather than image post in this thread.

[Mister L]

I must say, the new animation looks really good! 
The problem is, that we considered Dave as finished, all other wiews are already done, especially the walk-views where he holds the flashlight. 

Maybe we'll rework our current animation, but not at this point. 
Thanks for your effort! 

[Dr. Spengler]

How about a Dr. Fred image or animation?

[Mister L]

The animation of Dr.Fred will be almost the same as in Dott. We only changed the face a bit (and the color of cause). 

[mikdog]

The up walkcycle is excellent.  The right walkcycle is a bit robotic (almost looks like he's kicking his leg forward) but it works.

Edit:  Since you've asked me for tips before, I've posted my edit to the right of the original to give you an idea of what I'm talking about.  Basically I just made the movement of the arms and legs smoother and brought the leg all the way down on a down step.  I also made him bob up and down naturally.  The head turning left and right is purely optional and something I did just to see how it would look.

LINK

edit by darth - linked to image edit rather than image post in this thread.

Nice one! I like that new walking animation. Got some nice up and down happening on the character. Styling.

[Dr. Spengler]

So, anything new happening? Progress report?  

[Mister L]

Well, the last month wasn't very productive.
Lot of real life stuff to do for all teams members. 

I think we're back working on the game this february.  8)

[Jackpumpkinhead]

this is great
i love this project
if i wasnt already working on my own then i would help

[Unai]

I never finished Maniac Mansion, but I loved DOTT and would be happy to help translate the game to spanish!

[Mister L]

Hi, we need some help!

Is there anyone around who can write down the lyrics of the old Maniac Mansion TV-Theme for us?
It is a bit hard to understand... 

You can listen to it here:
http://www.televisiontunes.com/Maniac_Mansion.html

[Frodo]

hey MisterL. 

It is very hard to understand.  After listening to it, this is what I *think* it is, but I'm probably wrong.   

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In the family gene
There is a centre of the dream.
To brave the sand-sharp sweet \ suite.

Taking chances, yet know
The highest moment will take loft (not sure about this line).
And right before our eyes will take happiness and peace of mind.

Maniac Mansion.  Maniac Mansion. 
The Eddison's family dream.
Maniac Mansion.  Maniac Mansion. 
That's so me. 

[Mad]

I think I got most of it:

In the family gene
There is a glimmer of a dream.
To bravely sail uncharted seas

Taking chances, ooh yeah (something?)
The highs and lows, we'll take the lot
And right before our eyes (something, maybe divine. Or: right before I survive?)
I get some peace of mind.

Maniac Mansion.  Maniac Mansion.
The Eddison's family dream.
Maniac Mansion.  Maniac Mansion.
That's our dream (or game?)

With a few other suggestions, you'll maybe get there in the end!

[Mister L]

Wow, thanks for the quick help! 
It really is hard to understand!

[Unai]

Ok, I just finished MMD!! I'm ready to translate this, hahaha

I can't wait! I loved DOTT

[DuncanFx]

Mister L, in case you want another set of ears on it, here's my take:

In the family genes
(There is) a glimmer of a dream
To bravely sail uncharted seas

Taking chances ooh yeah (the ...)
the highs and lows we'll take the lot.
and right before our eyes
we'll find happiness and peace of mind.

Maniac Mansion, Maniac Mansion
The Eddison family dream
Maniac Mansion, Maniac Mansion
that's (so ideal)

Let us know if you ever find out the official version, would be nice to know who was most accurate.

[Mister L]

Help is always welcome! 
Maybe we should try to locate the singer (if she's still in the business) 

[LeftHandedMatt]

I heard the very last line as "that's our theme."

[BiggerJ]

Hi, we need some help!

Is there anyone around who can write down the lyrics of the old Maniac Mansion TV-Theme for us?
It is a bit hard to understand...  

You can listen to it here:
http://www.televisiontunes.com/Maniac_Mansion.html

Just so you know, in the Maniac Mansion universe, the TV series was made after the events of Maniac Mansion. It's mentioned in DoTT. But now that I've listened to the theme, it'd be brilliant if you could work it in somehow, maybe as the end credits theme. But if you're planning on having it be the opening theme instead of the PC of NES version's opening theme, or putting it somewhere else... if you handle it well, and juxtapose it with the twisted setting, it could turn out to be pure comedic genius!

[Dr. Spengler]

So, have you guys been able to pick back up on things?

[Mister L]

Hi there, we're back from the TED!  



We've been busy the last weeks and we're about to release our first international trailer soon!
It's almost ready, but we need some proof-readers, cause English is not our mother's tongue!  

So if 2 or 3 nativ-speakers want to check out the trailer before the official release - please let us know!


EDIT:
Okay, all positions taken!
Thanks guys!