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Title: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Fri 10/04/2015 00:42:18
                             
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STORY

                                                       
Commander Moss and his crew are back with another dangerous mission.
                                 
An Omega 1 prisoner transport ship carrying two prisoners sent a distress beacon before disappearing from radar.
                       
President Gooman decides to send Slug, Scar, Commander Moss and his new human assistant, Head, to the ships last known coordinates.

                 
Moss and his crew must find this ship and rescue any survivors. Once there, Commander Moss soon realizes, there is more going on than a disabled ship.
                                                   
A new life form emerges and puts everyone on board the ship at risk.


If you haven't played part 1 or 2, have no fear, it is not necessary. There should be enough story to inform you along the way.

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Yes, that's a Venus fly trap in the corner.

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FEATURES


AGS version 3.2
Full length game
Play as numerous characters, good and bad as the story unfolds.
Over 250 sounds
Over 35 rooms
640 x 400 res
Music by Problem
Default AGS template controls
The talk icon will disappear in rooms that it is not needed. This will make for less clicking while cycling through mouse modes.
Small action sequence

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Download here...http://www.adventuregamestudio.co.uk/site/games/game/1907/

Thank you to all my testers who made this game better for everyone. There are some typos that I never got a chance to fix, so I apologize in advance. I Hope you enjoy and have some fun with it.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Stupot on Fri 10/04/2015 02:38:11
Oh cool. Well done on getting this finished. Can't wait to play :-)
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: AprilSkies on Fri 10/04/2015 09:00:25
CONGRATZ for the release Nicky!!!
Downloaded and started playing!
Let me finish it before commenting it... but let me say that I always thought that Visitor 2 is one of the best AGS games of all time... but i'm worried that it may be eclipsed by Visitor 3 !
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Mandle on Fri 10/04/2015 09:55:46
AWESOME CONGRATZ MATE ON THE RELEASE!!!

I had enormous fun playing this during testing and can't wait to see how the final version turned out!!!

My Sunday is now officially BOOKED!!!
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Monsieur OUXX on Fri 10/04/2015 10:16:13
The graphics look very stiff but very clean too and strangely appealing at the same time... I haven't played the previous ones but I want to give it a try :)
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: AnasAbdin on Fri 10/04/2015 10:47:36
Congrats Nicky :-D the visitor is now my favourite AGS trilogy (laugh)
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Fri 10/04/2015 11:23:41
Thanks everyone. I'm not sure what to think of this one. It didn't turn out exactly like I had hoped due to my little one coming along while I was only 25 percent done. It was very hard to work on this for more than 30 minutes here and there.

As for the art, there's nothing jaw dropping about it. But at least I can say that I did it all myself. The game is more of an experience with puzzles thrown in. So it's not your typical adventure game.

My testers deserve a lot of credit. They made this game better for everyone, and I can't thank you guys enough. There were things I just didn't have the time to change, so I'm sorry for not being able to polish everything that you guys mentioned.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: CaptainD on Fri 10/04/2015 12:23:30
Congrats Nicky!

3 games in the time it's taken me to do one... and I haven't finished that one yet... :grin:(roll)
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Fitz on Fri 10/04/2015 15:24:02
There I was, wondering how the game's doing -- and BAM! -- there it is all of a sudden, out of nowhere. Just like a well-planned alien invasion should! I loved the bit that I already had the pleasure to play, a while ago -- so I'm looking forward to giving it a whirl this weekend.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: BarbWire on Sat 11/04/2015 14:44:44
Nyce one Nicky. I thoroughly enjoyed playing one 1 and 2, so have been looking forward
to your 3rd installment. I will comment and rate as soon as I have completed it. I do
hope your efforts attract more attention than other good games are getting at the moment,
such as 'THE DECORCIST' by RETROJAY and 'LIMBO THE ADVENTURE GAME' by ManicMatt (Sorry if
it seems I'm hijacking your space.)  Keep up the good work.

Best Wishes
BarbWire
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Hobo on Sat 11/04/2015 17:25:21
Congrats on the release, this looks fantastic. I really enjoyed the first game in the series, but sadly haven't had the time to play the second one yet. They're both on top of my playing list now and I'll report back as soon as I finish them.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Problem on Sat 11/04/2015 18:41:09
Congratulations, Nicky! ;-D

You already know my opinion, and since I wrote the music I might be a little biased... but I'll say it again: This is one of my favourite AGS games of all time. The beginning is a little weaker than the rest, but who cares if the rest is so awesome?

The pacing is spot-on, there's a feeling of urgency throughout the game, and it gets quite creepy and tense later on. There are many interesting puzzles, but they are not difficult, and I never got stuck for too long. The story progresses steadily, and the attention to detail is amazing, with many little details changing when you revisit locations. The use of sound effects adds a lot to the atmosphere, and it still felt exciting in the second playthrough. I can only recommend this little gem. :)

And for those who like the music, I've uploaded the soundtrack (http://www.problematic-music.com/download/The_Visitor_3_OST.zip).


Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Fitz on Sat 11/04/2015 20:44:34
I've already played the alpha and you know I loved it, but it gets even better afterwards. The sheer plenty of playable characters (if you can even call some of them that), with different skills and gameplay mechanics, makes the game so much more fun. It does get confusing, though, and sometimes I had no idea how I did what I did -- and right now I'm completely stuck at one point:

Spoiler
The hand went up when Head switched gravity in the vents off and it pushed a button that made the two nearby coils connect (there's a visible electric current flowing between them) -- but I have no idea what it did! I'm trying to access the elevators, but no luck with Moss or Head. Head won't tamper with the fuse anymore (did twice) and the only thing Moss can do right now is switch the fuse on and off. Help?
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Puzzles involving technology -- or those requiring synchronizing different combinations of symbols in two different places -- are my least favorite in adventure games in general, but overall yours are still mostly very intuitive and easy. There was never a puzzle that seemed illogical once I solved it.

As with the previous games, I absolutely loved the humor -- Moss is brilliant as always, and Head's a great new addition. His unyielding optimism is just endearing. The broken robot's fun, too. Loved trying to pour goo on him, that particular exchange was probably my favorite in the game (and that's saying a lot, because Moss is just a walking factory of classics). I also noticed a nice little promos for some upcoming AGS games -- and it might just be me, but was Head's question about alien's green complexion a reference to Gray? It damn better be! ;)

I've seen others mentioning the pacing and amtmosphere. Yeah, all Visitor games felt oddly tense, I always feared that if I stayed in one place for too long, I'd get shot, eaten or torn to pieces. V3 goes a step further and actually makes this feel like Aliens -- with facehuggers, monsters laying eggs, and more! I laugh and shudder at the same time. Great attention to audio, too -- various noises startling me wherever I go, reminding me this ain't no picnic.

Overall: a worthy successor to Visitor 1 and 2, with their humor and atmosphere, and more of everything that was good about them. A great cast of fun characters, fair puzzles and a huge area to explore.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Sat 11/04/2015 21:10:01
@Fitz -
Hint 1
Spoiler
Moss is your main concern at the moment. That fuse box is exactly what you need to help you and Moss progress
[close]
Gift wrapped
Spoiler
Turn the fuse on and the elevator door should open for Moss
[close]

Thanks everyone for the kind words. I just hope everyone has some fun with it.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Fitz on Sat 11/04/2015 23:11:43
Nope, doesn't work. Tried to switch the fuse off and on, and had the hand turn the current on and off and back on, and still nothing. Could I be missing something?

EDIT: Wait, nevermind, looks like I got something. I was trying to summon the elevator with the button, which is what didn't work -- but it turns out I could get into the empty elevator shaft all along by just walking in.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Sat 11/04/2015 23:41:12
Lol....Exhale...heart beat returning to normal. Green light just turned back on. Oxygen levels rising. All systems are go.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Fitz on Sat 11/04/2015 23:45:51
Not just yet ;)

Spoiler
I'm in the shaft. I summoned the repair robot -- which allowed for the hand to go down to where there are two buttons. Both seem to do the same thing - turn the electric current below on. But there's nothing else Moss can do right now. He needs a tool for the manual override -- which I can't seem to find anywhere.
[close]
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Sat 11/04/2015 23:58:16
Easy one...I just PM'D you because I can't seem to figure out how to highlight things on my phone to hide.

Edit: And yes Fitz, the gray alien dialog was for you...lol.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Mandle on Sun 12/04/2015 05:31:16
Just finished playing the final game and...

YOU ARE GOING TO WIN THE NEXT AGS AWARDS FOR BEST FREEWARE OR MY NAME IS AGENT MOSS!!!

(because Tales will be commercial)

The polish on this game just gleams! There is never a moment where anything feels awkwardly directed AND:

EPIC SPACE SCENES ARE EPIC!!!
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Fitz on Sun 12/04/2015 10:06:15
Finished it -- and one thing I have to say is: I WANT VISITORS 4!!!! I want more Moss! He needs a cartoon series of his own! Or a movie! Neil Blomkamp needs to ditch Aliens and do a Visitors cinematic trilogy instead!

Also, I almost forgot: THE MUSIC! It really added to the atmosphere. I love that kind of subtle, jazzy electro. Thanks for making it available for download, Problem. It's definitely going on my mp3 player!
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Mandle on Sun 12/04/2015 10:12:45
Quote from: Fitz on Sun 12/04/2015 10:06:15
Finished it -- and one thing I have to say is: I WANT VISITORS 4!!!! I want more Moss! He needs a cartoon series of his own! Or a movie! Neil Blomkamp needs to ditch Aliens and do a Visitors cinematic trilogy instead!

Did anyone else notice that the game title on the save/load game screen is just:

"The Visitors"

I'm pretty sure this is a nod from the author towards the confusing "Alien/Aliens/Alien 3/Alien Resurrection" sequel names...
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Sun 12/04/2015 12:07:36
The only thing I'm hoping for is that people have some fun playing it. I'm glad you guys did, and Aliens IS one of my favorite movies ever.
Quote from: Mandle on Sun 12/04/2015 10:12:45
I'm pretty sure this is a nod from the author towards the confusing "Alien/Aliens/Alien 3/Alien Resurrection" sequel names...
I was actually going to name the game, The Visitors, but that really would have confused people. I didn't see the need to add the 3 to those screens. ;)
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: homelightgames on Mon 13/04/2015 01:00:39
Congratulations on the release, Nicky!

I had the pleasure of testing this game and am glad I could (hopefully) contribute something to this game. I had a lot of fun with it, and probably ended up liking Head the most. He really was an endearing character, just as Fitz mentioned.
While it did stump me in a few places, in hindsight I realized (or discovered) there were always clues to the solutions, or they were more logical than I was thinking.
The artwork. I've realized the most important thing about artwork is that it all needs to be consistent. I've seen some games where there's too much detail in the backgrounds and not enough in the characters, (or vice versa) and while such inconsistency may not ruin the game, it does take me out of it. It's hard to get right, especially when there's only one person creating it. I think the artwork was perfect for this game; perfect consistency and nice animations.

Lastly, I want to say that making an adventure game is hard work, months if not years in the making, all so we can enjoy something for a few hours.  So, thank you for your work and whatever you decide to do, good luck!

visionmind
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: blur on Mon 13/04/2015 13:36:15
While this episode keeps up with the quality of the previous games of the series the action game parts in the beginning where just annoying and spoilt it somewhat.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Mon 13/04/2015 17:33:37
I appreciate your opinion blur. This was the first time in my three games that I added a very small action sequence of dodging asteroids, which is what I'm guessing that you mentioned. There are only three asteroids to dodge, and if it helps you out, and anyone else,  travel across the screen slowly,  and dodge up and down. I wanted to try something new and thought that I made it pretty easy after a couple of tries...?
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Fitz on Mon 13/04/2015 21:17:48
Not THAT easy -- but it was FUN!!! I loved the very idea of a head in a jar dodging space rocks -- and I didn't mind a little bit of pulse-raising action at all. And this is coming from a guy who usually hates games requiring short reaction times (and still plays them, anyway) :P I get where Blur's coming from, most arcade sequences in adventure games annoy the heck out of me -- but this one particularly tickled my fancy.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: blur on Tue 14/04/2015 03:25:07
I could handle the asteroids when I discovered that I could use the cursor keys to navigate the jar.
Spoiler
When I tried to get the USB cable I got the impression that a further distraction on top of the first would be necessary and looked for something to no avail. I did not expect to only have be switching between walking, aiming at the cable and interact with the cable, because I presumed this to be an adventure game.
[close]
Spoiler
From the previous experiences I expected in the final fight to have to aim and fire the laser at the Master, but as much as I wished for it, it was just a cutscene.
[close]
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Tue 14/04/2015 12:30:09
@blur,

Spoiler
I really do wish I could have finished the game off in a more dramatic way that involved the player. I was on my last legs and crawled to the finish line while making this game. I thank you for taking the time to play it, and for giving me your thoughts.
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Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: StillInThe90s on Wed 15/04/2015 10:52:53
Totally missed this one...
Congrats on the release!
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Wed 15/04/2015 23:57:05
BSP found an issue in the game, and it's not my testers fault. Due to me adding a puzzle before release, I never let them test it again, so it's my fault. It's not a game ending bug or anything, but if you die, you might lose some progress due to a poorly placed auto save and restore point. If you're playing now, fear not, just please save your game often, and if you die using Commander Moss, you may want to use your save instead of my restore point.

I've also made it more clear what the goal is when Head is fiddling with the green light panels.

I already uploaded a new link. Sorry if this was an inconvenience to anyone. And thank you BSP for spotting this.

Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Shadow1000 on Fri 17/04/2015 15:55:17
Here are my 2 cents upon completing the game:

The Visitor 3 is a fitting sequel to the highly-popular The Visitor (http://www.adventuregamestudio.co.uk/site/games/game/1492/) and The Visitor 2 (http://www.adventuregamestudio.co.uk/site/games/game/1599/). Join the stalwart Commander Moss on his latest adventure; this time he is tasked with rescuing survivors of a disabled ship.

The list of things I liked about the game:
- As in the first two games, the graphics and visual appeal are excellent.
- The game is highly entertaining, and builds on the success of the previous two games. It offers new material to keep things fresh yet draws from familiarity from the previous games. I will admit that I started laughing involuntarily as soon as Moss made his debut in this game.
- Possibly highest on the list would be the puzzles. Every player appreciates a different difficulty level, but I think that the level of this game is perfect. I only needed one hint from the hints forum (the puzzle with the lights) but otherwise completed the game independently without ever crossing the threshold of frustration.
- To add to the previous point, it's one thing to create solvable puzzles using elements that we are familiar with such as the traditional key, shovel, box of matches and so on. But to present abstract, unexpected elements and still be completely solvable is just genius
- Further in the creativity, I really liked the different playable characters. It just adds another dimension to the complexity of a puzzle and keeps things interesting.
- Lastly, great character personalities. Every playable and NPC in the game had distinct personalities and was true to character. All loveable and funny :)

My only two small negative points:
- I think that for the length of the game, a more complex plot would be more appropriate. In my opinion, the reward for solving a puzzle should be for the story to unfold a bit more, or at least every few puzzles. Rewarding a player with another puzzle does not make the game as compelling. Some might argue that the fact that this game has an unusually high entertainment value because of the humour and environment might replace the fact that the story is fairly simple but this is something to consider.
- Lastly, near the end, things got a bit TOO abstract
Spoiler
in the vent system
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that it bordered on being disengaging.

My conclusion:
Nicky did it again. As I said last time, the author really clinched it this time in the most challenging aspects of creating an excellent adventure game. The perfect environment, plot and puzzles are executed masterfully, building on the success of the first games making this gem another must-play.

Your efforts were well worth it and we're all waiting for Moss to return!

SHADOW
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: shaun9991 on Fri 17/04/2015 16:42:32
Congrats on the release, looks like an instant AGS classic!! :) Looking forward to playing the whole Visitor series as soon as I can !!! :)
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: AnasAbdin on Wed 22/04/2015 14:28:03
I've been quiet about this game since its release and avoiding the hints forum! I just finished it and man do I have an essay to write about it...

First to summarize what I'm about to write: The Visitor 3 is flawless.
I've played the first two parts, still, this part is playable and very enjoyable as a standalone episode. It was so intense I was thinking of ways to solve puzzles in bed for the next morning to try. The more you progress in the game the more it gets interesting. I felt the game was alive and talking back to me, challenging me, bugging and teasing me at times! Every element of an adventure game was used elegantly and boy was that a way to end a trilogy. I'm not sure if this term is correct but the graphics are morbidly cute. Every freakin pixel is in the right place. The backgrounds are so simple and abstract they drove me nuts on how simplicity is everything. After solving a few puzzles you get to set back and catch your breath while watching even more intenser cut scenes. This game is the first adventure game that I can actually see in an arcade or flipper machine one day.

Then there is the music... Problem made me question my ability to write AGS games music, and I have the nerve to call myself a musician and a guitarist, meh. The background music puts you instantly in the mood of the game, which I can't define, is it comedy? horror? cute? WHAT IS IT! I didn't care to bother as long as I'm enjoying it! The sound effects are massive and probably one of the main reasons this could be in an arcade machine.

The story is very well written and the gameplay never gets boring! I don't want to spoil game elements here but the gameplay and the switching between multiple characters is used cleverly and logically.

I LOVE THE HAND! ...sad

After finishing this game I was sad it ended, and I really wanted to hug NickyNyce :~(
Thank you Nicky for allowing me to be part of this amazing game.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: MufasaRKG on Wed 29/04/2015 12:14:01
Just downloaded the game but I can not get it to run. Bummer...
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Wed 29/04/2015 21:39:35
Can you be a bit more specific? I've had people download the game again and they didn't have any issues. Did you try changing any of the setup settings or anything like that? Nobody has had this problem before so I'm confused what the issue may be. Are you using a very old computer or can you tell me anything that can give me more info on what may be your problem?

Did you receive an error message?
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Problem on Wed 29/04/2015 21:55:44
Maybe you could try different settings in winsetup.exe? Change the Graphics driver from DirectDraw5 to Direct3D9. Try windowed mode, or a different graphics filter.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: MufasaRKG on Sat 02/05/2015 03:01:12
Quote from: Problem on Wed 29/04/2015 21:55:44
Maybe you could try different settings in winsetup.exe? Change the Graphics driver from DirectDraw5 to Direct3D9. Try windowed mode, or a different graphics filter.

Good idea actually.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Mandle on Sat 02/05/2015 04:47:35
Quote from: MufasaRKG on Sat 02/05/2015 03:01:12
Quote from: Problem on Wed 29/04/2015 21:55:44
Maybe you could try different settings in winsetup.exe? Change the Graphics driver from DirectDraw5 to Direct3D9. Try windowed mode, or a different graphics filter.

Good idea actually.

Did it work?

I'm sure that Nicky would like to figure out exactly what the problem is/was so that he can either fix it or provide instructions in a ReadMe of how to solve it if it happens to anyone else, but probably needs a few more details to work with...
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: RetroJay on Wed 06/05/2015 14:18:59
Hi NickyNyce.

Sorry it's taken me until now :( ... Congratulations on the release of 'The Visitor 3';-D
I have really been looking forward to this as I thought that the first two 'Visitors' were BRILLIANT!! (nod)
I have downloaded and will start playing asap.;-D

Yours.
Jay.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: sthomannch on Wed 06/05/2015 23:43:27
A very good and funny game! Just finished it and enjoyed it a lot.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: Stupot on Thu 07/05/2015 05:35:18
Loved it. Cracking game and a splendid use of AGS. Very funny, great puzzles, lovely music, some gorgeous artwork, especially all the creatures and tentacles. Can't think of a single flaw (apart from that one typo I was going to mention but swiftly forgot about because I was too busy having fun).

Well done, Nicky.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: NickyNyce on Thu 07/05/2015 12:15:40
Thanks everyone. It was fun making this one although it took me forever to do so. My testers deserve a lot of credit for helping to make this more enjoyable. And a big thanks to Problem for taking the time to do the music.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: AprilSkies on Sun 05/07/2015 10:14:20
I've been busy (a lot) during last months, so I played this game little bits after little bits.
Finally I finished it and loved it!
I must say that playing it slowly helped me to go deep in it and to love it!!! I became so attached to the characters (and oh man you did a great job with multiple characters).
I think that this is ur masterpiece.
Title: Re: The Visitor 3
Post by: thankyou on Tue 07/07/2015 19:08:39
Hi i completed your game....it was awesome...used walkthrough for your first game and a bit for your second (moss series)

Keep up the goood work :smiley::smiley::smiley::smiley: