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Simon

@simoncarroll.bsky.social

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American nomad. Lived in every corner of the USA. Draws and makes 3D stuff. AND Here's a comic I made with my barb and my goblin a while back: https://www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/barbs-bounty/list?title_no=795027

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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · 13h

Making progress on the Lawn Mower Centaur, and he's kinda coming together? We'll see.
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · 9d

Belly jiggle is paramount to good character design.
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · 15d

Though it doesn't look that impressive, it was a significant challenge for me to figure out how to make him run away after you get too close. But now he's pretty close to a complete enemy!
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · 22d

I'm hoping to expand the selection as we speak!

Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · 23d

Working on the suburb zone with landscaping enemies such as the leaf blower man.
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · 29d

Working on getting a bigger enemy cause my first attempt didn't feel as good as I wanted it. But it's getting closer to what I want!
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Sep 18

Trying to increase combat depth by adding things that can't be parried, like grabs. But I don't want to slow down combat too much with animations, but I like the suplexing. Looking to find a good balance and I would appreciate any thoughts!
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Sep 5

Trying to find a combat rhythm that feels good, and this is a step in the right direction I think! I know you can only glean so much from a clip but any ideas on how to improve combat are welcome and appreciated!
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Sep 3

Knock out animation for Terry up and running
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Sep 1

Nice tail action bro

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Oscar @oscarcarroll.bsky.social · Sep 1

Missed Grab
#blender #animation #indiedev

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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 30

Knock Out animation for when you deplete his stamina before his health bar
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 30

Making is a strong word

Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 28

I've been having trouble with the Car Man fight, it just feels un-fun so far. But this Tire Shoes guy is starting to come together!
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 24

Car Man's car crush attack, with spooky skeleton for reference.
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 24

ohhh cool way to work, thanks!

Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 24

What is the green doppelganger for?

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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 17

I know it's pretty played out at this point, but I gave Terry the ability to suplex cars.
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 14

Here's another Diesel Demon. Unholy oil runs through his pipes.
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 11

Working on enemies, and this guy is tentatively named "Car Chest Man." I don't know if I want to make his legs more really fast when he drives or like put training wheels on his knees.
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 11

Haha yes, he has no formal training. He is a trucker who likes to think he's a martial arts expert cause he like's kung fu movies

Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 10

After going back to the basics and practicing game mechanics, I think I'm ready to continue with more complex stuff. So here is Terry, practicing his parries!
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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 4

Clearly Mr Mahmoud is just really REALLY passionate about his cause

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Oscar @oscarcarroll.bsky.social · Aug 3

My modest contribution to a gamejam with my brother and our friend.

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Simon @simoncarroll.bsky.social · Aug 3

Was fun working with my brother and a friend on the #GMTK2025 gamejam! It was a good few days spent and I learned a LOT. Is the game fair? No. Is it fun? Maybe. Does loop girl count your laps for you? Yes. You can try it if you want, here's the link:
jamin-games-studio.itch.io/loop-coaster...