While you've been bombarded with our vocal tones recently in the podcasts, you haven't had much time to enjoy the written word. So here I am to fill you in with some of the latest with blogtastic action.
We've been working hard recently on preparing Lasuni for the future and the fundamental changes we'll need to make to achieve what we have set out. Part of our continually changing plans means a planned interface change, has been changed.
So I thought I'd share the Lasuni that could have, but never will be. So here is the main interface:
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First the button images are made smaller and they have text. The thinking behind this was that users get confused not knowing what each button does, but having the text it makes it more obvious. However, we have gone back to the large icons for the new interface. What would you prefer?
Also the way the interfaces are accessed is changed. Me opens the interface where you equip your items, but will also include achievements. Currently with it hidden in the inventory window causes confusion for many new users. VIP also get it's own button to help promote the feature, and to also make it easier to expand it with new VIP features :).
The chat log gets a separate button, rather than being a very small button in the chat box area. There is also a emoticon button to make it easier for users to add emoticons and to know all the ones we have!
Finally we're adding notifications to the client, this will include all of your notifications from the website and in client to help you keep up to date with the latest Lasuni happenings!
So what do you think of these changes, what do you like, what don't you like? We'll use your critique to adjust the new interface :). Just to spark some interest, the new new interface isn't just further moving things around, it's a whole new visual look!
Until next time <3.
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The lasuni that will never be, looks mmorgasmic!, so awesome, can't wait until the new UI is released.
ReplyDeleteI have to admit, the interface looks amazing and the fact you're making it even better just excites me even more. Plus I like the big icon idea, just keep the hovers as you currently have in client so new users wont have to moan about what each button does.
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Just an idea, what about if when we put our mouse over for example Gertrude's house, regardless location outside we can click "enter". I think before someone said that quick movement was around, but i think having it back would be great :). With the box that shows could have "Gertrude's Home" Followed by a short description. Would work nice for new users, who are lost and looking into the unknown.
ReplyDeleteI like the features shown in the image can't wait to see the new improved new version.
Kennen.
great features they look awesome, i would rather see the private rooms thought :)
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