This tutorial document (in rtf format, for those who hate MS-Word) and associated .MOD file walk a basic toolset user through their first cutscene, with animations, NPC movement, static cameras, etc.
It explains:
- Triggering cutscenes
- Setting up cutscenes that the Player isn't part of (NPC to NPC)
- Camera controls in Cutscenes
- Animations in Cutscenes
- Basic use of included OBS scripts
- Some snags that you can avoid, that are associated with Cutscene creation
There is *no* scripting in this tutorial, and no scripting knowledge is required. But you should have a basic familiarity with the Toolset, particularly with how to open the conversation editor, and add lines to a conversation.
Also recommended - download and install POWERBAR, as it is referenced in the tutorial (not required, but helpful).
Posted by jackyo123@yahoo.com at 2007-07-2411:56:49
Thanks Melirinda! _________________________ Jackyo email-jackyo123@yahoo.com Nestlehaven part2 wiki: Link submissions : Night Howls in Nestlehaven mod Link Cutscene Tutorial - Link Sequencer Rod - Link
Posted by Melirinda at on07/17/07
I had a brief look through the Tutorial, and I think it is definetly a must have for every beginner modder like myself, especially someone who had never done anything in Aurora/Electron before. The explanation is smooth, the source material is available, there is really nothing significant thatseems to be missing at a first glance. Well, just wait till I am actually working on the cutscene after having had built an area for it. Great job! _________________________ Joinable NPCs in IWD2. I'm *not* kidding!
Posted by jackyo123@yahoo.com at 2007-07-1107:49:28
CharlieVale - thanks, glad you liked it. BulapSack - thanks. I put this together very quickly, for one user in particular (Daronas) who was just starting out (his stuff is pretty sweet now, and he's helping me with NHiN 2). - I am glad others got use from it. _________________________ Jackyo email-jackyo123@yahoo.com Nestlehaven part2 wiki: Link submissions : Night Howls in Nestlehaven mod Link Cutscene Tutorial - Link Sequencer Rod - Link
Posted by Burlapsack at on07/11/07
I played and enjoyed Jackyo123 Night Howls mod, and started fiddling around with the toolset. I was pretty-well-lost until this came along. Does precisely what Jackyo123 says it does - gives a solid understanding of what is involved in making a good cutscene. A lot of the other tutorials are very very long, and not focused on this one topic. I hope that we see more of this style - short, sweet, tons of screen-shots, and 'tips' on what *not* to do - plenty of tutorials tell you how to do something but doesn't warn you of possible pitfalls. This one does.
Posted by charlievale at on07/10/07
Clear with good examples. A good introduction or conversion for those familiar with NwN1 conversations. _________________________ Charlie's Pages | Fournoi Forum | Charlie's UI | Charlie's Item Modifier | Charlie's Item Appearance Changer
Posted by jackyo123@yahoo.com at 2007-07-0907:36:33
Thanks AudioSlave - I want to do an advanced tutorial as well, but time has been tight. I hope someone else comes up with one, though, as there is definitely a need for more advanced level tutorial stuff. _________________________ Jackyo email-jackyo123@yahoo.com Nestlehaven part2 wiki: Link submissions : Night Howls in Nestlehaven mod Link Cutscene Tutorial - Link Sequencer Rod - Link
Posted by audioslave at on06/28/07
Very sweet job. Explains things quite clearly and elucidates with examples of what to do - and what not to do. More tutorials in this style please.
Posted by jackyo123@yahoo.com at 2007-06-0320:55:22
Glad you liked it Gonzofan! and it's 'he' ;> _________________________ Jackyo email-jackyo123@yahoo.com Nestlehaven part2 wiki: Link submissions : Night Howls in Nestlehaven mod Link Cutscene Tutorial - Link Sequencer Rod - Link
Posted by gonzofan at on05/31/07
Just in time for me! I am fiddling around with the toolset, and was a bit daunted at the enormous size of the other beginners tutorials. This one was digestible, and got me running quickly. The best part is that Jackyo123 explains things to avoid when doing your cutscenes, and takes the time to fully explain the important concepts. She (he? sorry Jackyo!) also gives you information that other tutorials (at least the few i have glanced through) don't, such as tricks for triggering, problems with animations, and some others. This is exactly what I needed, and this should be a must-have for anyone learning how to do cinematic cutscenes.
10 - A Masterpiece, Genuinely Groundbreaking 9 - Outstanding, a Must Have 8 - Excellent, Recommended to Anyone 7 - Very Good, Deserves a Look 6 - Good, Qualified Recommendation 5 - Fair, Solid yet Unremarkable 4 - Some Merit, Requires Improvements 3 - Poor Execution, Potential Unrealized 2 - Very Little Appeal 1 - Not Recommended to Anyone
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