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Wow! It took me a year to finish these!

Well, here are the lights! - For the one or two people in here that might actually still be waiting for them.

Sure these are completely made by yourself?

Quote from luchian :

Great work Lynce, imagine how difficult the wait is for us..

Haven't we all gotten used to waiting?

Sorry for OT - this level of detail just needs time, and it's good like that.

Quote from Lynce :

eye candy

HOLY MOLY! :faint:

Quote from Lynce :

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This is what I call cross-marketing. But ... you don't have to hi-jack your own thread, man!

The spotlight back to Lynce please!

Thanks for all the positive and constructive feedback so far. It's great fun working this way, although these won't be more than background pictures in a racing sim and forgotten instantly when sitting in the car. But it's been a nice exercise for me and if some of you enjoy and use the resulting files it will be even more rewarding.

Nevertheless, we haven't crossed the line yet - now it's YOUR turn! I've uploaded all the backgrounds but they are only alpha at the moment and will be overhauled after you've tested them. Please report problems in this thread. Thanks!

smove's menu backgrounds - V0.1 alpha

After download, put the extracted files into your LFS\data\pic directory. But remember to backup your old files before!



See post #1 for more screenshots.

Last edited by smove, Fri 21 Sep 2012, 21:10.

Stunning, simply stunning. I can't await the release and will definitely use these textures!

Quote from botagas :

I got demo version, and got a cracked version for Private Server. In it i make them. Just for fun. I think, im gonna buy S1. I dont have money for S2 yet

EDIT: I have a full LFS S2 Alpha X. But no servers are with that version. I think im going to make a Hamachi server. That everyone can come and just play. For Demo Racers, S1 Racers, S2. For Fun. But i need someone to help me to make it

Everybody here will surely be glad to help you. You've only got to do a tiny little thing: Steal a car you like, let's say a Ferrari, and visit the dealer with it (look at the plates if you are not sure where the car was bought). Tell him you just stole his car and invite him to a ride. If he joins you with a smile, I'll be the first to help you!

Quote from Frunze118 :

As i said i recommend you make your interface in 2048x2048 resolution. And lfsrm's idea good but colours not good. That lightblue-orange theme is awesome

Can't wait for release

All the files WILL be in 2048x2048 resolution.

Quote from lfsrm :

like that :

http://www.lfsforum.net/attach ... id=60608&d=1214995006

but I'm not asking you to do the same thing , just the idea.

I see and I like the idea. But unfortunately this won't be achievable with my concept because the backgrounds will finally be shared by different monitor resolutions and - more crucially - aspect ratios, so the position of the tracks will change vertically referring to the background. So ... sorry!

Thanks mate.

But I didn't quite understand - how do you mean that exactly?

Quote from lfsrm :

but you can add superposed track map in the selection screen of track,that improve more style.

Quote from kitu_gudu :

The track map is not as visible as it was in the old track selection screen, because it's about the same color as the background in the top section (see picture). It would be great if you could keep the lines and make track more visible at the same time.

You are right there, I've also noticed that. I will alter the gradient behind the lines to improve visibility of the track. Thanks for pointing that out!

One more update I nearly forgot: The shadow on the garage screen now is a bit darker as suggested by luchian, and the setup screen received a bit more depth in the track section - I hope you can spot it.

Quote from Lynce :

I think there are a difference on the level between the main menu and the rest. I'm totally sure you can improve that screen to make it more original with elements such the rest of screens.

That's not an easy one. I must admit the title screen was the first I worked on and it may be conclusive if the later screens improved and developed further. But in my opinion the exact needed amount of what the title "promises" can be seen on the screen: speed! I'm not sure which elements could amplify the "meaning" of this screen: Every car is mentioned with its abbreviation, there is the silhouette of one of the most famous cars depicted, "LFS" is encrypted in a barcode, nearly all of the screen seems to be in motion. I think the essence of LFS is covered - unless you have a specific idea? Maybe you can help me.

Further, I worked on the exit screen, but I'm not entirely sure about it yet. I think it's a bit inconsequent regarding the rest of the screens and I feel like I should abstract the lens flare a bit more, but I have to admit I like the atmospheric look of it ... thoughts?

Quote from Lynce :

Totally agree with you. That is the standard.

Anyway, when you say "- stay IN the background and not draw too much attention to itself". Are you serious? Your screenies are amazing.

Cheers!

I feel greatly honoured, Lynce. Thanks a lot for the compliments!

Quote from luchian :

Great job
Personally, I would prefer that the shadow in setup screen would be a bit darker, but can't wait to try the pack. So, I'll join the crowd: when / where ?

I'm with you there – will work on that!

I'll see what I can do, being quite busy at the moment ... but the most has been done!

Quote from Mullog :

What is left to do by now ? Beautiful

Training, Lesson and Credits still to do ...

Thanks for encouragement!

Update!

I completed the Multiplayer and Track menu screens and improved the Options screen. There's still some work to do, but I wanted to let you know about the progress – just in case some of you forgot the meaning of this hackneyed word ...

See 1st post for screenshots.

This will be great! Can't await the release.

I made a little progress and worked on the "Options" and "Replay" screens - see first post for screenshots.

4 more still to do, though ... but I'm glad most of you seem to like them! Anyway, I'm open for critics!

Last edited by smove, Wed 15 Aug 2012, 17:52.

I'm going retro at the moment, and so does my editing. Pics taken from the Oldtimer Grand Prix this weekend.

Count me in, too. I just loved the soundtrack of this Sega Genesis gem, and still do.

Quote from The Very End :

I am not sure about picture nr. 2, maybe it's a little too brigtly / blend.. but at same time you gotta see the text... hmm hard one
But picture 1 and 3 I really enjoy! Specially the main menu is awesome!

You are right, the pictures are a bit too bright and pale in general; I have yet to find out in which way LFS uses colour management ...

Thanks for all the comments so far.

Hey folks, I'm on it ... but I still need some time ...

Quote from BlueFlame :

Porsches

Finally someone found out there are sexy cars even outside the BMW world!

Some adds to these, including the only real BMW ...