Creating Cutscenes in my Open World RPG - Chef RPG Devlog #8

[@LocalSlaveHolder]

I beg you, take your time and don’t rush it, this game is a masterpiece and I’ll wait as long as necessary for it to be finished.

[@PixelArchitect]

Really appreciate it! Yeah, will try to balance timelines with polishing as much as possible. I will also work on the game a few years after release too. Since it's a pretty large game, it will take years and years for it to be "truly" complete :)

[@CyberSpaceFilms]

@this isn't financial advice The video description is a great place to start looking for such, unless you wanted to share it with the world for an ego-boost.

[@snailmeat2204]

@@CyberSpaceFilms way to bring the mood down, jeez

[@CyberSpaceFilms]

​@@snailmeat2204 Just my not so humble opinion. I think it's wonderful when people want to support developers such as this guy, but there are so many cases where people comment "empty words" simply for their own gain/ego boost/channel promotion. This might not be the case with the person above, but looking at the channel videos - I would say that it's most likely.

[@CyberSpaceFilms]

@@Happy-mx9ds Welcome to a comment section; people are all up in each other's business.

[@Soaches]

I *love* the attention to detail. Like how you end up in repairs instead of the hospital depending on whether you play as human or android.

[@Pivot-Shorts]

I say this every time, but a new video for you is such an event. One of the most relaxing and comforting series I follow on KZbin!

[@yo5tan]

The world-building and architecture was already incredible, but your character portraits are each their own works of art to boot 🤯

[@itsArridian]

I know! I hope we can get merch with the character art

[@_twinklesprinkle]

This is such a refreshing approach to game development and it feels like you truly think of everything a player might experience! Everything about this game is so stunning, and I feel like I'll have to constantly pick my jaw up from the floor when it releases it. You're doing awesome, so keep doing what you're doing! :) Edit: Tim's compositions really help with the atmospheres in the game. They're already great, and the music is like the cherry on top! I especially love 'The Oldest Bathouse'! :D

[@PixelArchitect]

Hopefully, I didn't set the expectation too high haha. It's still a big gap between seeing something in a video vs playing it for a few hours and getting the same great experience. That part will just have to take a lot of time to develop

[@catvapee]

i literally check on your account so many times because i really want to see new uodates. I almost cant believed you really uploaded hahaha. Keep up with your updates, lots of support

[@PixelArchitect]

Ahaha it's definitely been too long. Thanks for waiting!

[@subi7]

I have been doing the same thing! I can´t wait to play it.

[@mushystar172]

as someone who has no interest in coding, i still find myself so drawn to your dev log videos due to your palpable passion. looking forward to the game!!

[@CherryMxTx]

Loving this series! And absolutely love the decision at the end to leave the viewer with the in-game music and visuals, so peaceful! Also as a quest idea, seeing the sandy beaches occasionally, I think making a sand castle would be really fun! With maybe different choices of small elements of a castle that a player can choose to mix and match with! Just an idea, keep up the great work! PS: the artist for the thumbnails of the characters during dialogue is so skilled, it's an inspiration to see as a fellow artist ^^

[@PixelArchitect]

Ah, a sand castle is a cool idea! Could be a minigame or a local event that happens once a year. Will think about how to do it.

[@elisavbizau9909]

A sand castle would be amazing, agree.

[@grimrider3807]

Hey PA, it would be cool if when you stepped into the kitchen to cook, you could stop by a station to don your chef suit, like not even instructed too, just a “I thought this cabinet looked interesting and clicked on it, and look now I’m wearing the chef outfit! How cool!”

[@PixelArchitect]

That's a good idea! Can definitely implement some sort of auto-change station. As long as there is a chef jacket in the inventory.

[@itsNjDraws]

I’m in love with this series, have been watching them for ages and every time I do a bit of game design I always put your videos on, you have been an inspiration, thank you can’t wait for the final release

[@dontperceiveme3025]

The progress looks amazing. And the music is so beautiful and calming, also the snow animation is really charming and adds so much to the cozy atmosphere! Idk how many weather options there gonna be and the rain looks great as well, I just think a little more fogginess with the rain would also be really pretty. I'm excited as always. Keep up the good work!

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks! We do have a slight fog but the art is a bit simple. Might redraw the fog some time in the future to make it look more stylized

[@NR-EDIT]

Thank you for keeping us up to date. Looks exciting! One thing that stresses me out a bit is the character breathing cycle. I think it's way too fast for the relaxed feel of the game and makes me breathe faster myself when I watch it - the same way beats in music can change your heart rate. It might fit if the player or NPC is excited or out of breath but seems to hectic for a simple idle (or slow walking) animation. Maybe you can implement a dynamic system with several cycle speeds depending on the state of the character. I don't know if it's just me but I thought you might be interested in the input because you pay so much attention to the calming nature of the game :)

[@PixelArchitect]

It's an interesting point. Never thought of that. Could add an option to edit the animation speeds depending on what activity you are doing :)

[@n1ght7ngale]

Didn't notice it at first but your right lol

[@NR-EDIT]

The optimal (scientifically proven) breathing cycle in a resting state for humans is breathing in for 5.5 seconds and breathing out for 5.5 seconds. However most people breathe a lot faster. I can really recommend the book "Breath" by James Nestor if you want to deep dive in this topic :)

[@zornuSPACEtheSPACEme]

Your videos are inspirational. I love your commentary, editing, the lo-do, and just your art and design style in general. So excited for the game once it’s ready, and I absolutely adore all of your videos in the mean time.

[@HazedShaman]

I love these Devlogs I always look forward to them when they are released. That music is chef's kiss awesome!

[@Skeffles]

The cutscene looks fantastic and it was really cool hearing about how you made them! I hope you enjoy making all the scene

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks a lot Skeffles :)

[@helloblocks.4310]

Every time you post I am just amazed by how much I want to play this game. You truly are cooking something with Chef RPG! It's just lovely to see so much passion and very smart ways of resolving problems. The music also, sounds amazing. The ones paired with the rain specially!

[@catgash]

i love your videos and hearing about your process so much. ive been kind of aimless after graduating with my bachelors bcos i didnt feel as aligned with my field anymore. but your videos (among other things) have made me realize my passion with game design. im planning on getting my masters in it and im so happy. i know i dont necessarily have to go to school to learn how to develop games but having a mentor is something i crave. you are an inspiration and your ambition has pushed me to try even if i fail. thank you so much and im soo excited to experience chef rpg and see more content from you ❤

[@PixelArchitect]

Best of luck with your journey! I think the best thing you can do is to work on side projects while in school. Sometimes school doesn't do a great job of teaching practical skills. I used to skip some less important classes to do architecture competitions. My grades were a bit lower, but I learned way more design skills that were a lot more beneficial in the long run. Also, you get to work on stuff you enjoy more :)

[@324Orange]

The music sounds amazing and really ties the atmosphere together. Can't wait to play when it comes out!!

[@andyclaude6227]

Awesome progress! Hearing the music gave me an idea; It'd be neat if there was an option to hire live music for your restaurant! maybe attract different crowds or more people depending on the renown of the artist? Or maybe you can take over for the awesome sax solo in a minigame?

[@PixelArchitect]

Live music was actually one of the Kickstarter stretch goals, so we will definitely add it in eventually! Wouldn't be a very advanced system though. Maybe 3-4 songs

[@andyclaude6227]

@@PixelArchitect neat! Yeah that would be cool

[@wileep]

Whenever another one of these videos come out a smile goes on my face 😊. You are such a talented artist and this game when It releases will be very popular!

[@soulaem]

Wow, the game is shaping up to be really great and Tim's music and ambience is just wonderful. Fantastic work from everyone working on the game, keep it up!

[@mckrey]

Just an FYI, I think about your game a lot! You’re doing an awesome job with everything. The music is so perfect! Well done to you and the composer!

[@svenmehlhorn2173]

this will turn out great! respect to your work and art direction:) the music is so wholesome

[@Vhestale]

I can't express how much this video made me want to play your game! I don't know how to express it, I was already interested, but the mix between the music at the end, the artstyle, and weirdly enough, the fact that you made two different cutscenes for when you die depending on what kind of character we're playing just made me super eager to try it. ♥ Also, all of your videos are really great to watch, and it's always interesting to watch!

[@snackgames13]

hi Noah! thanks for your hardwork. cant wait to immerse myself in Chef RPG! love the idea btw!

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks a lot Snacku :)

[@imgonnawinwin3451]

Even if the game might take years, your videos are still so entertaining to watch and educational too! Honestly, what a great promotion tactic and the end result always comes out so beautiful.

[@SanguivorousRevenant]

You've given me hope that I can one day finish my own games, thank you for this!

[@HomeSliceGame]

You will get there! start small and you'll be able to learn from each little project that can help you in a bigger project later on :)

[@SharkyGamess]

Loving these updates and loving your game the more and more I see it, keep up the great work I can’t wait to play!😍

[@SadTown99]

I'm so happy you decided to take extra time to document your progress into a Devlog / Tutorial style series... It's refreshing & different learning from you because you naturally gravitate towards more unique / outside of the box creative ideas... What a cool little community we have going now!

[@vinocorner1707]

Love to see how much the game has evolved each time a new video come out!

[@signeursula]

The music in the background really reminded me of the danish song "I Østen stiger solen op" and it brought me so many good childhood memories

[@teddywilliams2512]

I truly commend you for doing what you're doing here. It's not easy stuff and it takes serious dedication, knowledge and passion.

[@Noctiluca333]

I am so excited! All the content looks amazing. I am especially excited for the minigame aspect of the game, as I think there is a lot of potential to help make the minigames enjoyable for the player. As someone who doesn't like to turn off the minigames in the final game, I look to see that the minigames feel complete, are a challenge, and have room for growth/improvement. Most importantly, they need to have slight variation (rare events/difference with ingredients/special scenarios) that keep them exciting. An good example of this recently is the game kynseed. Kynseed has multiple minigames for its cooking as well as potion making and blacksmithing. One thing that the game does well is it makes it so that each ingredient is slightly unique, with different colors and sound effects associated. Also, depending on how well you do on the minigame, the better the final product will be. The scoring is based on the quality of the ingredients you piut in and how well you did. Some quests require a certain quality of final products, which makes it important to do well and use good resources. What Kynseed needs, though, is variation in the minigame. It becomes too repetitive. Also, in it's current state, certain minigames are broken, have poor explanations, and do not give a good way of letting the player know how to improve in them. I hope to see something like this in your game, as it is one of my favorite aspects of this style of RPG. Keep up the amazing work! You are an inspiration, and I'm looking forward to this so much.

[@artsy1447]

I always get so inspired after watching your videos. Can't wait to see the finished product, but I find these devlogs so relaxing and cozy!

[@QuietestKris]

the music is so beautiful, but it pairs oddly with how fast your character breathes. Wonderful work. One of my favorite channels on YT.

[@priestartor9065]

Finally another video from you, you have inspired me greatly and helped me out alot with pixelart!

[@PixelArchitect]

Haha sorry for the wait!

[@sophiaschurr6254]

Even if a game was never actually going to come out of it I’d love these videos on their own. The game design process is fascinating and I lovee watching the art come together! The fact that at the end of it I’m going to actually get to play the game is beyond cool. I wish more games let us watch the design process unfold like this! So so impressed and excited (:

[@ebitachy]

I was really amazed looking at your modular setup for the cutscenes, and then seeing it actually play out - it has all the tiny details you see in earlier JRPG titles (like P4 as you mentioned) that are used to convey character in such a small but effective way, and you explain how you got it to work very clearly. Excited + hopeful for this game.

[@jade.indigo]

I just decided a week ago that I want to start my journey to learn coding and game development and I want to specialize in casual pixel simulator style games. I just found your channel a few days ago and you are literally creating my dream game that I aspire to reach in my career. Least to say I will be bingeing your videos for some time! Amazing work, I can’t wait to play it later this year!

[@TrentonBreske-dd2ln]

This game seems amazing! The attention to detail and care put into it really shows.

[@deusexmachina8984]

the music sounds great! wowie, it's been more than a year since i first saw your pixel art vids and i'm so happy that you're getting closer to the end goal here!

[@yuzan3607]

I really like how your characters design improved a lot. I remember how it used to be months ago and I think you really improved. I used to think that you do very well at buildings and town but not so much the characters but now even the characters are flawless. So excited man!

[@sketchysketchin3361]

I think I say this every time, but I am SO excited to play this game, and it's been so impossibly cool and exciting to watch you develop and create it. Watching you do this makes it feel infinitely more possible to get excited and inspired to pursue my own game ideas!

[@sketchysketchin3361]

Also, WOW Tim, you are off your rocks, this soundtrack is gonna go so hard!!!

[@hexeh]

Dude - fantastic update and video! Like, holy crap - amazing work and great explanations! Cant wait to get my hands on the game when you release it - but please take your time and dont rush it!

[@Ceryci]

Ive been watching since your early uploads and have really been loving seeing how this game is coming along, I think your art style and overall game philosophy are incredible and look forward to playing this in the future. Keep up the good work!

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks for following along all this time! Looking forward to finishing so I can finally take a break haha

[@faus585]

I remember seeing your early videos, and I'm so happy about how far you've come! The game looks incredible so far, and I'm incredibly excited for its release :) I really aprpeciate the amount of polish and care you put into it.

[@BaguetteAboutIt]

i'm getting chills just listening to the music, tim did such a great job! i am super impressed with your modular code, it's such a tedious process but it really saves a lot of time later on. seeing your progress bit by bit on chef rpg is honestly such a treat. thanks for the update! :)

[@cabbageleon4914]

I've been following your progress for a bit and seeing your work inspires me so much that I want to try and make my own game:) needless to say, good work and good luck man! I can't wait to play this.

[@samanthaortega5355]

Omg every time a new video pops up I think this game can't possibly get even more glorious but it does and I'm very impressed! I've been really curious about the music so to finally get to hear a few snippets was really cool. The music honestly fits the game beautifully and I cannot wait to hear the rest of music while playing!!!😱❤️

[@feelsunbreeze]

Man why is this so amazingly gorgeous!

[@wildtigy]

This game looks so breathtaking and emmersive. And the music is great.

[@ayylien00]

Been here since devlog #5 and I'm amazed at how far this project has come, can't wait to play it! Those cooking mini games look great, and I just know the sound design for this is gonna be top notch

[@SuperArtsii]

I really adore these devlogs so much. They're so relaxing to watch and It makes me so excited for the game as well!

[@anthonyspano7139]

I love how fleshed out the world is! All those little details like waking up at a bot shop as an android is tremendous for immersion.

[@cherryxoe]

I’m honestly so excited for this game to come out. I saw a video of u making the game and in that moment I honestly loved the vibe of the game! You are doing amazing!!!!

[@gallison1982]

Tim did such a good job with this music! It really helps bring the world together!

[@sidshits]

Dude... To be honest, you're my inspiration to make games!! One of the most creative and talented artists that i ever seen!!! i'm glad to flow you work!!!

[@Cosmosic_Space]

bro your art and gameplay with that music is amazing bro, your are truly amazing

[@VocaFan4ever]

Omg the music is fantastic! Captures and makes ot immersive almost immediately!

[@katjajensen2874]

You have really done a phenomenal job with the small details and polish. I look forward to seeing more of the game and new videos!

[@__invictus__8517]

The Progress is lovely, Bro. So nice to see it continue to take shape.

[@hanpear]

gosh! this game is coming along nicely. like others have urged, definitely take all of your time to complete this. its like Miyamoto said "a delayed game is eventually good, but a rushed game is forever bad." (not that you seem to be rushing at all!). that said those last few clips with the new music were so calming, I especially loved the old bathhouse song. I can really see myself sinking a lot of hours into this game one day~!

[@RocketChild]

I love watching the intentionality that goes into each of the steps in your game development. Also the music at the end was really beautiful

[@puusch5332]

I can't wait!! You are constantly hitting the nail on the head and I so appreciate your attention to detail and care for the art and story. I'm thrilled to be able to watch your journey 🖤

[@juliovasconcelosdores3224]

It's been a gratifying journey, to see the game grow so much, and i'm so glad to be a part in it. Good luck, and can't wait to play it.

[@OctoberSkys]

Add a juke box that you can add to your home, that let's you change music inside your home (lets you select from all the different music in the game that you've discovered)

[@PixelArchitect]

Wanted to do something like that for the future :) And the restaurants as well

[@OctoberSkys]

@@PixelArchitect love you man! can't wait

[@katsukibakugo3287]

i cant express how excited i am for this game!!! i didnt even know you were making a dev log, but im so glad i found it(i actully went back to watch all of them :D). One thing i love about game is the cooking aspects (Kynseed cooking mechanics for example) i wish there were more immersive games like this (mainly because i dont like games like cooking simulator). Please keep up the Amazing work!! i really look forward to enjoying your game i love the art and the characters(Mainly Hazel :D) i love watching you and the game progress throughout this devlog it amazing how far you have come. i hope you are having fun with this game!!

[@melody.-.1839]

It's so crazy to see how far this game has come, I love everything you're doing and learning about through this process

[@nowhere_yet]

The music sounds great and The game looks beautiful!

[@default708]

woah you really came a long way, i started watching ur vids like since u started the project but now the game looks really incredible

[@raosei6496]

I watched your videos as a newbie programmer that was studying web application and I'm a game design second year student also creating a game but only as a school project for now. I used to think I understood your coding but now I can actually analysis the way you are doing things as someone who also has to figure out similar issues and I feel like my eyes have finally been opened! 😂 Your method of doing cutscenes is really cool and makes a lot of sense!

[@matsumonet]

I saw this video in my recommended and I started saying "YAYY ANOTHER VIDEO ABOUT CHEF RPG!!" out loud like a little kid, this game looks so good and I'm really excited to play it once you release it, but as other comments have said, take your time with it and have fun developing it, we'll wait as long as it takes!

[@hungrybird2196]

Well, as an aspiring game dev myself who just found out about this series, I must say you're quite an inspiration! Really good work! I wish I had my game ideas we at a point like yours XD, really good content, defo gonna check out the rest of this series! Also tell Tim his music is incredible!

[@belleb644]

So beyond excited for this game!! The sound track already sounds mind blowing and will instantly become a classic!! Can't wait to see what else you come up with!! Keep up the great work !!

[@chadzulu4328]

Everything is super clean, and the pixel art is very pleasant to look at. Great work.

[@jehriko7525]

Dude your videos are great, I always learn so much from them and it inspires me to work on my own projects!

[@zentoa]

Yay another one of my favourite KZbinrs and probably my favourite game dev Not my face kinda game but I'm probably going to buy it when it comes out to explore 😃 It looks sooo good. I love your pixel art and theme

[@pikolowet]

i was o worried about the music after first 10 seconds, but really, that guy did an amazing job! Really feeling those cozy vibes!

[@letsplaynay9936]

Thank you for inspiring me to further my game development passion ❤

[@SnackIsAName]

YEEEEEEEEEEEESSSS, I BEEN WAITING ON THESE FOR SO LONG !!! your videos are my favourite

[@teddybacon1483]

I think that the emojis could use extra contrast for visibility, maybe putting them inside small text boxes could help!

[@jennianis1811]

This is so relaxing to watch. I hope I can play it, when it comes out. Currently I love watching different dev logs from different games, so this is a really nice video.

[@Hawk_Leigh]

I love the idea of creating tools and systems when it comes to making cutscenes, quests and such! Super smart way to work! Also love the fact that you make the mini games optional! I really enjoy a good mini game, but after 20+hours in a game even an awesome minigame can get repetitive. 😅Really enjoying the updates and devlogs! I honestly cannot wait for this game! 😄

[@DarkRedman31]

Impressive work and I love how you put ideas to a plan to make thoses tools for cut scenes and the rest.

[@tbaaxx3]

I am so excited for this game & I love cutscenes!!! 🥳 thanks for your hard work 🫶💖I appreciate u✨

[@seanporcelli3965]

I'm really excited to see the full game! I'll be buying it.

[@gipetrucci7170]

aaa so glad you are adding events! i love when games have them! also the mini games look fun :) the music is so chill i cant wait to play xD

[@rivers4753]

I cannot begin to explain how excited I am for this, you've done amazing work.

[@akhiryugo6361]

The most beautiful pixel game of this year and I can't wait to play it

[@izz3878]

I haven't been this excited for a game. Looks great man !

[@brewskii9580]

not many games get me hyped enough to buy without hesitation on release, but this is one of them, thank you for making this game.

[@PixelArchitect]

Yeeeee

[@Maksimmy]

I have been looking forward to your next upload!! So excited for this game and great job on the progress you've made so far - it is so inspiring!

[@sugarcane281]

I am so excited to play this game been following development for a while and you I have done an amazing job!

[@ivanaksenov2829]

Bro, you really well done. This game looks is very interesting and incredible. I'm waiting her.

[@kalesmug4873]

This game is genuinely such a huge inspiration to me as a fellow game developer. It looks absolutely breathtaking, looking forward to the release!

[@hanzelbernante1716]

You never cease to amaze me. I really can't wait to play this game

[@aurabeth1680]

Love LOVE all the devlogs. They inspired me to work in Unity for my final studio project last semester! Though I am wondering about the bouncing animation of the characters. It feels a little bit float-y, especially in the chest area haha. But that's just my opinion :) Keep up the great work this looks amazing!

[@chassotclement]

Woaaah, you did an amazing job Noah, that cutscene system is really crazy!!! 😎 I'm glad to hear about the progress, Tim's music is great too, I love the warmth of the synths 🔥🎹🔥

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks Clement! Happy you like the progress :)

[@Basmoyy]

After watching all of your dev logs, you seriously inspired me to make pixel arts. I am amazed by your work in chef rpg, and I am surprised how much progress you actually made in the span of 2 years. Take care of yourself and Goodluck with the final product! Edit: Not forcing you to change the name of the game but it's nice if you can make a more interesting becuase the name chef rpg is too simple. The name can be related to the island name or related to the concept of cooking or restaurant.

[@twomur_]

man everything about this game is an absolute vibe. can’t wait to play it through man because this game has so much soul and passion out into it!!