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SFML projects / This Grand Life
« on: October 18, 2017, 02:05:32 pm »
Hey everyone,
I've been working on a project using SFML for a while now, and didn't realize this subforum for our projects existed here! It's written in C++, I use all the SFML modules except networking and also use SFGUI for the user interface.
My project is This Grand Life, a personal finance simulator where you create a character, manage their money and help them achieve their life goals.
You can download a demo from Itch.io or IndieDB.
It's also going to be coming to Steam on 23rd October, 2017.
Here's a list of features and screenshots:
If any of you have played Jones In The Fast Lane, it is my inspiration for creating This Grand Life!
I've been working on a project using SFML for a while now, and didn't realize this subforum for our projects existed here! It's written in C++, I use all the SFML modules except networking and also use SFGUI for the user interface.
My project is This Grand Life, a personal finance simulator where you create a character, manage their money and help them achieve their life goals.
You can download a demo from Itch.io or IndieDB.
It's also going to be coming to Steam on 23rd October, 2017.
Here's a list of features and screenshots:
- Balancing Needs - Core game loop of balancing short-term needs such as hunger, fun, hygiene and health with long-term goals like happiness, wealth and education.
- Stylised City Maps - The game map is based on a real major city, thanks to satellite imagery from the European Space Agency!
- Education System - Study courses and graduate with qualifications, required for some higher level occupations.
- Careers and Employment - Prestigious career paths like Banking and Chef, plus lower level occupations like Janitor and Salesperson.
- Progressive Taxation System - The more you earn, the higher your tax bracket.
- Possessions - Fridges, TVs and Computers which help with your short-term needs.
- Collectibles - Collect stamps, coins and other rare items to achieve your long-term goals.
- Subscription Services - Sign up for services that make life easier, like grocery delivery or cable TV.
- Special Events - Home Robbery, Hotdog Eating Competition, Steam Sales and more.
- Investment and Debt - Borrow money to achieve your goals or invest for a future where you won't have to work. Minimum repayments and interest rates calculated realistically.
- Real Estate - Buy properties through an auction system. Live in it yourself or rent out your properties to tenants.
- Life Expenses - Electricity bills, rent, loan repayments and consequences for not paying them on time.
- Traits/Privilege System - Begin life with advantages like rich parents, or disadvantages like alcoholism.
- Tutorial - An interactive tutorial where your mother tells you to get a job.
If any of you have played Jones In The Fast Lane, it is my inspiration for creating This Grand Life!