Includes 6 different shields, which you can use freely. To use, put the .ai file you download in the Symbol folder for Illustrator. Then you should be able to access them as a symbol’s library.

Download: Here

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Introduction

Recently I made a shield in Illustrator, and decided to write a tutorial on how to make something similar. This tutorial will teach you how to make a shield, ribbon with warped text, and small embellishments around it. It will also cover techniques/tips on making a vector symmetrical.

What you will finish with:
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January 23rd 2008

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Well, I have taken into account all of the feedback I have been receiving lately, and I have made a version 2 and a version 3. Version 3 can be played here.

Screenshot of Version 3:

Rebound Screenshot

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January 21st 2008

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I’m continuing on my attempts at making games with experimental gameplay. With Flash games, experimental gameplay or design in games is really the only way for a game to be good. I’ve just finished making Rebound, play it here (I’m still working on making my portfolio viewer, so you’ll just have to view it there for now).

In this game, your objective is to not get hit off the screen, and your only hope of moving is the kickback from firing. This stops you from firing and dodging at the same time, which forces you to make a decision between the two.

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The idea of freeform snake-like movement is shown in games such as flOw, and my two games, Worms and Worms V2. This type of movement, with objects following each other, creates a cool effect, but is not often demonstrated. Here I will show you how to make a snake-like creature that follows your mouse…

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Collision detection between circles is highly useful because it allows for more accurate collision detection with circles and other objects that require a collision detection other than ‘hitTest’. In this tutorial I will explain how to create collision detections with circles…

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