Game Creation: Construct 2

Where have i been?
Well i've been trying my hand at games development and can happily say that I nailed it!
I've created an app that I'll release to the app store hopefully this week!
I'll also link it here so anyone reading this will be able to play it online.

So having spent some serious time around totally wicked game developers I felt like I should probably understand their World a little better. I dabbled a bit in Unreal, Gamemaker and Gamesalad before falling into Construct 2 as my go to 2D game dev software.

It is so easy and the community is fantastic offering me help and advice along the way.
I cannot code nor do I wish to learn its fluency so the drag and drop event sheet layout and UI of this software makes it perfect for  people wanting to learn the basics.

I'll upload a full review on Construct 2 soon but I want to use their export properties a little further and of course download the full license because - yeah - it's totally friggin free!

Take a look at it, you won't be disappointed!

https://www.scirra.com/

Razer Kraken Pro Neon

I was a very lucky girl this Christmas and was given the wonderful gift of sound.
I had been lusting after these beauties for quite some time and couldn't wait to try them out.

Introducing the Razer Kraken Pro, Neon series. 

For me the visual aspect of the headset was a top priority. I <3 colour! In fact my set up here is a vibrant rainbow of oranges, reds, greens, blues and now PINK!

You can get them in a range of different colours and I can't help but feel a serious desire to purchase them all to make a real rainbow! 

They're friggin sweet!

Check it out...

 Blue, green, yellow, orange, pink (my ones) and purple.

They look smart, professional and totally kick ass not to mention comfortable. It is the exact right blend of neon with the black detailing that Razer seem to do oh so well.

So they can walk the walk but can they talk the talk?

Comfort

Razer boasts unparalleled comfort with its plush padding to create it's pristine listening experience.
Whilst at first touch they feel like your head is padded with clouds, after 4-5 hours my ears are sore as hell! But I'm not going to knock any points off for that and here's why; not only has the headset been field-tested by professionals (not sure what counts as a professional here... we all have ears) but they have been created for optimum length gaming sessions. So if some fool were to wear them for hours and hours on end, they would start to hurt eventually. 

I also know from experience that the padding softens over time and mine are new, so I'm wearing them in like a new pair of shoes.

Sound

In terms of performance.... holy mother of jeebus! I can finally tune out the sound of my little brother raging in the same room as me. I can sink into a euphoria of totally wicked tunes and the sound of me owning someone in a game. 
The sound is perfection and the description on the site detailing a pristine listening experience is completely true.
The Razer Kraken Pro’s large 40mm neodymium magnet drivers are tuned for clear high- and mid-ranges as well as deep bass for powerful lows.Well done Razer, once again you have won the world of peripherals.


Microphone

So I can't review this properly as I forgot to turn off my webcam microphone and could not for the life of me figure out why my friends were pressing the mute button on Raidcall... turns out my webcam mic is crackily as hell and they couldn't hear me.
I hope... either that or they just enjoy being able to mute me... finally.

Value for Money

At £79.99 it might seem like a lot of money. Why pay this much money when you could just spend £15 and get a cheap headset from Tesco?
Because you get what you pay for.
For someone that invests a whole lot of time in front of a PC I can honestly say it's worth investing in. Sure they're a little bit uncomfortable 4-5 hours in, but a cheap headset is uncomfortable from the get go. Why sacrifice perfection and performance for the equivalent of 2 Dominos Pizzas?


The Kraken Poem

Below the thunders of the upper deep;
Far far beneath in the abysmal sea,
His ancient, dreamless, uninvaded sleep
The Kraken sleepeth: faintest sunlights flee
About his shadowy sides; above him swell
Huge sponges of millennial growth and height;
And far away into the sickly light,
From many a wondrous grot and secret cell
Unnumber'd and enormous polypi
Winnow with giant arms the slumbering green.
There hath he lain for ages, and will lie
Battening upon huge seaworms in his sleep,
Until the latter fire shall heat the deep;
Then once by man and angels to be seen,
In roaring he shall rise and on the surface die
[I just like it... other than the last sentence this is of no relevance to my review]

Conclusion

Buy, buy, buy and thank me later.
The only downside I can find with this beauty is my ears hurt a little after extended periods of time. The performance is incredible, the price is reasonable and as I've said before, they look friggin sweet!

The New Summoners Rift Map

So many updates!

So, since it's the game I play the most I figured I would get into League of Legends again as my first post.
There were like a gazillion changes made to everything! 

Let's go...

The look

SR got a major makeover and now it's so pretty! I know a lot of people didn't like the changes made but since they have been implemented not only has my skill increased massively but I also enjoy just being in it.
The last map was messy. The brushes needed a trim, the jungle buffs were a bit boring and everything was as dark as it was miserable.

So what kind of makeover was implemented?
Well not only is the clarity increased and new, more realistic textures implemented but the style overall was changed completely.

Have a look:

Pretty huh!

As you can see in the bottom right the map is now a lot clearer too which makes it easier to call those incoming ganks or take advantage of enemy champion location.

A lot of work went into achieving the desired look. With the previous map being a lot harsher with solid lines, a more natural look was achieved by implementing in more natural 'objects' and using hand painting to create the textures.

As i said earlier, the Jungle buffs were also changed massively in visual respects. 

Here's a complete video covering all of the new changes to SR. It's well worth checking it out.

Final thought?
LOVE IT!
First time I went into the new map I was certain I wanted to witness two things; baron and dragon spawn.
It was a bit weird at first but now I couldn't imagine playing on the old map.
Well played Riot

All Stars Tickets Available

Ticket sales are now open!
I was waiting with immense anticipation for the opportunity to grab some of these tickets and managed to get hold of tickets for the Saturday and Sunday.

So if you haven't brought your tickets, which you would be mad not to you can find them on Ticketmaster.
Three different seat options are available, the majority are sold out and if they aren't then they will be soon!

Pry your eyes off your League game and watch the Pro's as the Pro's do.
Vote, keep voting everyday and ill see you there!

Au Revoir!

Lunar Revel

The League of Legends Lunar Revel Promotion.

At the moment, LoL is running a promo where summoners can vote on a chosen path.. exciting right?

Choose between Power, Truth and Freedom

Power:
If battle is the only authentic thing left in your World, choose the path of Power as a fearless, unrelenting warrior.

Truth:
If you know the most honest test against a warrior is themselves, choose the path of Truth and reject brutish violence.

Freedom:
Choose the path of Freedom id you'd strike only at those who dare challenge your liberty

At the end of the Lunar Revel, each Region will be given a path based on its vote count.

You can then earn the right to the Summoner Icons by winning matched games within Summoners Rift, Twisted Treeline, Crystal Scar and Howling Abyss.

But i think we can all agree that what we all can't wait for, is the Skins that are being released for their Lunar Revel promotion.

Lets dive in, Diana style >>

 Diana just got cooler. I dont play Diana, i have done before but ill be buying her now even if only to add the skin to my collection. It is hawsum! GJ Riot :D

 Not only that, but it looks amazing in game too! Check out the video to get an even close look o.0

So next up we have the almighty Tryndamere!
That guy is a royal pain in my ass, but he gets rolled more often than a dice in monopoly so here we go >>

It is by far, the coolest Trynd skin released. Now, ill be able to enjoy seeing this guy on my loading screen. Check out how he looks in game in the video belooooow >>

And last, but never least is Riven. She is most definitely worthy of this uber skin, there was no other champ that could have pulled this off.
This one will definitely be added to my collection!

Awesome in game too!
And i have another video to showcase just how incredible this skin is.
For when i go all out Cosplay, this or the Diana skin are my top two. But how to decide?????


Check it out in game:

And the wards even got a makeover too :D

Im unsure as to how long these skins are going to be available. I'm hoping they will be limited edition skins but id be happy to see them used every game i lane with or against a Trynd, Diana or Riven.

 Revel on Rebels.

Betting in the office

So, today i challenged my colleague to name all 151 Pokemon in 30 minutes. If he succeeds i have to wear my Pikachu onesie to work for an entire day. If he loses i..... oh. i forgot to make a deal if he loses.....  -.-
Its cool though - any excuse to wear my onesie to work!

:D

So, can you name them all? No cheating :P

Assassins Creed IV: Black Flag

Awesome comic. Completely true.
But then who doesn't like pushing the buttons in elevators?

Live Stream on Twitch TV

So, I've decided i want to start streaming my games.
Originally i wanted to upload the videos onto YouTube etc, my LoLReplays is working but my Fraps is totally bugging out so until i figure out how to fix it this will be the only way to watch me play in game..

So here is my channel: http://www.twitch.tv/akilliegaming
I'll start live streaming later this afternoon, im a total noob at this kind of stuff so it may take a while to get it all figured out.. Ill also be using my cam so you can all make fun of the stupid faces i pull when getting my ass handed to me.


Also, i love subscribers... so you know... click the button. Go on.... :P