The Concept Creators' Lounge

[The Nefarious]

Thanks MOB, sounds about right. I did a little more reading, and Frank Matthews wiki says that his organization were selling kilos at 'up to $26,000' each in the early 70's, so I'll have the average price between $23,000-$26,000. Mattei will lower his price to $20,000 when he has a large shipment at his disposal however, gaining more custom, but of course more enemies as well! Thanks for the reply!

My estimation was educated guesswork but that seems to corroborate it. Its interesting that you should mention Frank Matthews, from what I remember he disappeared in the early 70s and hasn't been seen since. He also came from North Carolina like fellow kingpin and namesake Frank Lucas. Perhaps you could create a new character by blending aspects of their personalities and have him attempt to cut out the corsicans and the mafia with his connections in south east Asia (an allusion to Lucas's connections and the 1971 Atlanta summit organised by Matthews) which ultimately results in his "disappearence"/death.

[ClaudX]

I hope none of you mind my erratic concept development schedule. With the Customization almost done, I'm moving on to writing my Empire Building section and my Friends/Girlfriends section. An idea I've had is posting unused ideas for my concept that you guys haven't seen, but I'm not sure if I want to gradually post it, as you guys wouldn't care as much, or if I should release a lot of it at once as a downloadable file so people aren't forced to look at it and they can give feedback on it at once.

[The Dedito Gae]

damn, my protags sure have changed, and that definetly it's a good thing.

 

except for Chuck, he was always visioned as a rash young rebel, Luther and Wanda have changed, mostly because Chuck is younger and doesn't carry too much baggage he's not too complicated.

 

it's funny how i thought about Luther as a power hungry crooked liutenant who uses anyone for his own gain, he was called Jack , he was white his family killed by the mob, which caused him to completly change his personality , even i thought in his ending where he betrays the other 2 protagonists and still feels in character, but i don't know how to write someone so unlikable and fake, he was was a walking cliche, like an dick brother of Max Payne.

 

Wanda was a man, almost silent, much like Chev Chelios, but "Wanda" was just a cool avatar without background, a mix between Niko and Claude, it can be cool, but boring to some people, i changed his gender to woman , "because, why the f*ck not?",but still was boring and difficult to think about her, now she has background (a good one i might add) and a tragic past.

 

so, what i'm asking is, did your characters changed with time or you guys had a clear concept that stuck with time?

Edited May 15, 2015 by Midnight Hitman

[ClaudX]

My characters haven't really changed, except for Ray's design. However, my original concept, "Speedway", which was completely different from GV, but eventually grew into in, had a completely different protagonist, along with everything else. I don't know if you all really want to hear about it, though.

[The Dedito Gae]

this is gonna sound unprofessional, but i'm using a character that already made an appeareance, but i don'y know how he is and what personality he has.

i read that he's a compulsive liar and he has a Dukes car, but that's it, sadly i never played Chinatown Wars, so i don't know what he did or how he behaves.

if someone could help, i would

appreciate that.

Edited May 20, 2015 by Midnight Hitman

[ClaudX]

this is gonna sound unprofessional, but i'm using a character that already made an appeareance, but i don'y know how he is and what personality he has.

i read that he's a compulsive liar and he has a Dukes car, but that's it, sadly i never pla

I believe you already showed us, so we already know. I'd watch cutscenes of CTW that contain him, or just emulate the game. It's always good to know your returning characters so you don't make any inconsistencies that people who have played the games would easily spot.

[Osric]

I have a lot of concepts that are unfinished or more accurately, not started up yet.

 

But I did have an idea for a really good concept, one worth sticking to. But here's the thing, it's not set in the HD era.

 

It's set in an alternate version of the 3D era, specifically a re-imagining of Grand Theft Auto III, using new elements from later games such as Liberty City Stories, San Andreas, Vice City Stories, IV, Episodes From Liberty City, and V, as well as a lot of unused stuff from the pre-release and beta versions of GTA III such as Darkel, Curtly, and the cartoonish look originally envisioned for GTA III when it was going to be released on Dreamcast.

 

I am unsure if I should set it in 2001 like the original GTA III or move it to 2015, but I do have some ideas such as rural areas (Upstate Liberty) and wildlife, new weapons, vehicles, and radio stations, and a whole lot more.

 

Since this is the 3D era (or more accurately, a beta version of it) and not the more realistic HD era, there will be some things that may seem out of place, such as a seven-star wanted level where you are chased by the GTA equivalent of the Sailor Senshi (most likely led by Princess Robot Bubblegum). After all, GTA III was originally going to be very cartoonish and silly. I know it sounds ridiculous, but that's the intent. Also, Bigfoot will actually appear in this game, hidden in Upstate Liberty. There are other Easter Eggs as well.

 

I hope this idea of a re-imagined and expanded GTA III is okay with you guys.

[Niko Montana]

I have a lot of concepts that are unfinished or more accurately, not started up yet.

 

But I did have an idea for a really good concept, one worth sticking to. But here's the thing, it's not set in the HD era.

 

It's set in an alternate version of the 3D era, specifically a re-imagining of Grand Theft Auto III, using new elements from later games such as Liberty City Stories, San Andreas, Vice City Stories, IV, Episodes From Liberty City, and V, as well as a lot of unused stuff from the pre-release and beta versions of GTA III such as Darkel, Curtly, and the cartoonish look originally envisioned for GTA III when it was going to be released on Dreamcast.

 

I am unsure if I should set it in 2001 like the original GTA III or move it to 2015, but I do have some ideas such as rural areas (Upstate Liberty) and wildlife, new weapons, vehicles, and radio stations, and a whole lot more.

 

Since this is the 3D era (or more accurately, a beta version of it) and not the more realistic HD era, there will be some things that may seem out of place, such as a seven-star wanted level where you are chased by the GTA equivalent of the Sailor Senshi (most likely led by Princess Robot Bubblegum). After all, GTA III was originally going to be very cartoonish and silly. I know it sounds ridiculous, but that's the intent. Also, Bigfoot will actually appear in this game, hidden in Upstate Liberty. There are other Easter Eggs as well.

 

I hope this idea of a re-imagined and expanded GTA III is okay with you guys.

Nice idea! If it's in the 3D-Era, you should keep it in 2001. I can't see the 3D-Universe in the present day.

[Osric]

You're right, I'll keep it in 2001.

[The Dedito Gae]

.. a seven-star wanted level where you are chased by the GTA equivalent of the Sailor Senshi (most likely led by Princess Robot Bubblegum)....

i would scrap this, i don't think that gta was ever meant to be that cartoonish.

[Osric]

True, I probably will scrap that part.

[Niko Montana]

I'm struggling to make a suitable female character for Danger Zone. Am I the only one facing this problem? Although some may not consider this an issue, I can't think of any game I've played with an all male cast.

[Homemade Dynamite]

Sorry guys, but my concepts are officially cancelled. I will no longer post in this board, as it's brought me nothing but anger and grief.

[PhillBellic]

Sorry guys, but my concepts are officially cancelled. I will no longer post in this board, as it's brought me nothing but anger and grief.

Can I ask why?

[ClaudX]

Sorry guys, but my concepts are officially cancelled. I will no longer post in this board, as it's brought me nothing but anger and grief.

That's sad to hear. You spent a lot of time on them and I was looking forward to them.

[The Dedito Gae]

I'm struggling to make a suitable female character for Danger Zone. Am I the only one facing this problem? Although some may not consider this an issue, I can't think of any game I've played with an all male cast.

how so?

it's not hard, create a girlfriend, friend, co-worker whatever.

Sorry guys, but my concepts are officially cancelled. I will no longer post in this board, as it's brought me nothing but anger and grief.

great, i will stole all of your content.

 

no seriusly, your concept looked promising, a real shame.

[ClaudX]

I need help on an idea I'm trying to flesh out. Remember how there were two special car modification places in SA? I wanted to have something similar to that in Gray Valley, but I'm not sure if I should make one for each area, or make them friend benefits. My plan for the friend rewards is:

• Off-Road Mod Shop
• Emergency Vehicles Mod Shop

I thought an off-road one would be cool for the countryside. You'd be able to take almost any vehicle and deck it out with off-road tires, KC lights, the whole redneck shabang. It'd be better for the off-road races. The second one I plan to have is the emergency vehicles one because you can't do anything with the emergency vehicles in the other installments. Of course, it'd be an underground mod shop.

 

Now if I were to go with the "one for each area" plan, here's what I was planning:

• Off-Road Mod Shop (Surge County)
• Street Racing Mod Shop (Speedway)
• Heavy-Duty/Armored Mod Shop (Carcer City)

And then I have no idea what to do for Midway. Which idea do you think works best? I might merge the ideas a bit. I might even just make one of Kyle's assets that he takes over the street racing one.

[The Nefarious]

I've started back working on Family Ties and written up the next part of the story. I've got to iron out a few creases and put the finishing touches to it but hopefully I should have it posted some time tomorrow.

 

EDIT: Here it is - http://gtaforums.com/topic/461313-grand-theft-auto-family-ties/?p=1067510679

Edited May 25, 2015 by Money Over Bullshit

[The Dedito Gae]

a small fake screen:

 

 

read the news, two important events of my concept, this was done to see what i could do, sorry for possible grammar errors and doubtful quality, expect more previews in the future.

Edited May 26, 2015 by Midnight Hitman

[Niko Montana]

The article looks cool, and if they're major events in your concept i'm really looking forward to it.

[AccountNoLongerUsed]

Hey, just wondering, is there a creator's lounge for non-GTA/ R* games? Because I have some ideas

Edited May 25, 2015 by X12-1992

[The Dedito Gae]

The article looks cool, and if they're major events in your concept i'm really looking forward to it.

they the first missions/prologues, although i feel obliged to say the second one is an exageration on behalf of Weasel, there will not be terrorists in my concept.

 

EDIT: lol, your avatar really compliments your post.

Edited May 25, 2015 by Midnight Hitman

[ClaudX]

Hey, just wondering, is there a creator's lounge for non-GTA/ R* games? Because I have some ideas

Don't believe so.

 

@Midnight Hitman

 

I see John Marston in Spittoon.

[Niko Montana]

 

The article looks cool, and if they're major events in your concept i'm really looking forward to it.

they the first missions/prologues, although i feel obliged to say the second one is an exageration on behalf of Weasel, there will not be terrorists in my concept.

 

Yeah, IV's news blamed everything on terrorists too.

 

EDIT: I'm guessing the plane crash is part of Luther's story, and one of the reasons he's in Capital City?

Edited May 25, 2015 by thedriver111

[ClaudX]

Finally got my Customization table made. Took forever to get the table stuff right, but it's here. Anything I should add or change? It's looking a bit weird.

 

[table]

TopsBottomsHeadFeetHandsOutfits

ShirtsJeansBaseball CapsSneakersGloves

T-ShirtsSuit PantsCowboy HatsWork BootsWatches

Tank TopsSweat PantsFedorasCowboy BootsBracelets

JerseysSports ShortsArmy CapsDress Shoes

Long Sleeve ShirtsShortsGlassesAthletic Shoes

Track JacketsSwim WearSunglasses

Suit JacketsUnderwear

VestsCargo Pants

Polo Shirts

Hawaiian Shirts

Sports Jackets

[/table]

 

[The Dedito Gae]

tables look really fugly in mobile version, congrats bud, i know how difficult it is to make a table.

EDIT: I'm guessing the plane crash is part of Luther's story, and one of the reasons he's in Capital City?

you will have to wait for further info my getaway driver. Edited May 26, 2015 by Midnight Hitman

[Niko Montana]

For the Las Venturas revamp's map, I've decided to use just Las Venturas and surrounding dessert with towns as well as Area 69. Also I'm editing/removing/adding characters, although Hugo himself as well as Lester will be left untouched.

[ClaudX]

For the Las Venturas revamp's map, I've decided to use just Las Venturas and surrounding dessert with towns as well as Area 69. Also I'm editing/removing/adding characters, although Hugo himself as well as Lester will be left untouched.

Damn dude. How can you juggle all of these concepts? It's taking me a ton just to figure sh*t out with Gray Valley.

 

Speaking of Gray Valley, I would write some missions, but I've been in a bit of a writer's rut. I don't trust myself writing any story missions right now. I started the Empire Building section a while back and haven't touched it since then, but I'll probably spend some time writing more of that. I'll be gone at important important business most of the weekend, so I won't have time to work on it. My friend's party IS important business.

[The Dedito Gae]

Damn dude. How can you juggle all of these concepts? It's taking me a ton just to figure sh*t out with Gray Valley.

Damn you John and your hero complex!!

why you offer to profread my content if you are so busy with your own stuff?

 

you already have an award for helping...

[Niko Montana]

Can anyone think of a reward for completing all of Danger Zone's heists?