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Why I got off ADHD meds
It's been about a month trying meds. How did that go for me?
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Why You've Never Finished Making a Game
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Real advice, especially geared toward ADHD game devs.
Procedural Dungeon Tutorial in Game Maker: pt3
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We're making a randomized / procedural dungeon in Game Maker. In this episode, we'll add walls to the floor tiles. Play Dungeonesque for free and see what the system does: foldupgames.itch.io/dungeonesque
Procedural Dungeon Tutorial in Game Maker: pt2
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We're making a randomized / procedural dungeon in Game Maker. In this episode, we'll make it run INSTANTANEOUSLY! Play Dungeonesque for free and see what the system does: foldupgames.itch.io/dungeonesque
Procedural Dungeon Tutorial in Game Maker: pt1
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How to make a procedural / randomized dungeon in Game Maker. Beginner-friendly. Play Dungeonesque for free and see what the system does: foldupgames.itch.io/dungeonesque
Tech tips: making a platformer in Game Maker
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Tech tips: making a platformer in Game Maker
What Can Games Teach About Life?
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What Can Games Teach About Life?
Improved Gating for Little Kitty, Big City
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Improved Gating for Little Kitty, Big City
Me on ADHD Meds
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Me on ADHD Meds
Break the Tool!
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Break the Tool!
Can we rename ADHD?
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Can we rename ADHD?
Game Dev with an ADHD Waffle Brain
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Game Dev with an ADHD Waffle Brain
Game Dev Hobbyist
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Game Dev Hobbyist
ADHD Game Dev Intro
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ADHD Game Dev Intro
ADHD and Game Dev: Learning Challenges
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ADHD and Game Dev: Learning Challenges
You won the game!
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You won the game!
Teddys Last Stand Promo
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Teddys Last Stand Promo
Game Jam Update
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Game Jam Update
Joining My First Game Jam
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Joining My First Game Jam
Dungeonesque Promo
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Dungeonesque Promo
I Keep Making Spreadsheet Games
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I Keep Making Spreadsheet Games
I'm working on a pie shop game
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I'm working on a pie shop game
Finish making a game with ADHD
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Finish making a game with ADHD
Indie Devs Please Stop
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Indie Devs Please Stop
Real Advice for Older Game Devs
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Real Advice for Older Game Devs
Finish Making a Game
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Finish Making a Game
Coding Out of My League
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Coding Out of My League
Dream Games & Reality
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Dream Games & Reality
Learn Blender for Unity
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Learn Blender for Unity
How to Code a Simple Game
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How to Code a Simple Game

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  • @Swinkly_
    @Swinkly_ 13 днів тому

    This is some immensely helpful insight! I haven't been formally diagnosed with ADHD but I've certainly wondered about it. A lot of this stuff resonated me; especially the bit about going on intuition. When it comes to creative projects, I'll often jump in with absolutely no plan and just do whatever it feels like I want to do. This can be good in some cases, but there's a multitude of pitfalls with this approach. I think reorganizing myself and re-planning a few things will help me a lot with where I'm at in my project. Also, I am staggered that you don't have more viewers and subs - this is top-tier content!

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 13 днів тому

      I appreciate it! I also enjoy your content. Keep being awesome!

  • @cassieandstuff689
    @cassieandstuff689 24 дні тому

    I was writing dialogue for a skyrim mod and went down a rabbit hole of looking for dialogue planning software instead of, ya know, actually writing dialogue hahaha Edit: not actual game dev but it's close enough

  • @N3mdraz
    @N3mdraz 24 дні тому

    Bro i make you a video why i never started even making a game xd

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 24 дні тому

      Sounds good! Share a link.

    • @N3mdraz
      @N3mdraz 23 дні тому

      @@foldupgames I will make you a video aswell why I never started even making a video!

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 23 дні тому

      haha, it's a vicious cycle.

  • @alastair2002
    @alastair2002 25 днів тому

    I really like these videos, thank you😄😁

  • @TheGamingCowboy274
    @TheGamingCowboy274 28 днів тому

    Ive never tried making games but it sounds like a great experience. I want to create media that makes people's lives. Gaming seems like a very easy way to do that

  • @jannaukoko3390
    @jannaukoko3390 Місяць тому

    Thanks!💯

  • @OzElectricEcho
    @OzElectricEcho Місяць тому

    Watched your video and read your comment below. Your reaction to ADHD meds is a real shame. I wonder if your body just doesn't agree with it? You're definitely not supposed to feel dizzy. I was prescribed Ritalin (Adderal in USA I believe), and also tried Ritalin LA (long acting). Didn't really agree with me, but didn't have the side effects that you described. I was then prescribed Vyvanse and OMG, absolutely life changing. I don't "feel" any different, but my concentration level and my performance at work and tasks at home has improved 10 fold. If you weren't prescribed Vyvanse, then I would recommend you try it. All the very best!

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames Місяць тому

      Thanks so much! Yeah, it was a rocky start!!!! I'm doing better now, but the meds aren't as effective as I'd like. Better than before, but no exactly life changing.

  • @OzElectricEcho
    @OzElectricEcho Місяць тому

    Really enjoy your teaching style. Well done 🙂

  • @juanmiguel5000
    @juanmiguel5000 Місяць тому

    This is a really useful video.. like. I'm not into game making but it's very useful programming knowledge. :D. Now I want to try doing it

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames Місяць тому

      It's a fun, obsessive hobby!

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames Місяць тому

    /// @description Dungeon Setup randomize() width=sprite_get_width(sNull) size=irandom_range(48,96) for (i=0;i<999;i+=1) { _dir = irandom(3) if _dir = 0 x+=width if _dir = 1 y-=width if _dir = 2 x-=width if _dir = 3 y+=width if !place_meeting(x,y,oTile) instance_create_depth(x,y,0,oTile) if instance_number(oTile)>=size { with oTile { if place_free(x+oBuilder.width,y) instance_create_depth(x+oBuilder.width,y,0,oWall) if place_free(x-oBuilder.width,y) instance_create_depth(x-oBuilder.width,y,0,oWall) if place_free(x, y+oBuilder.width) instance_create_depth(x, y+oBuilder.width,0,oWall) if place_free(x, y-oBuilder.width) instance_create_depth(x, y-oBuilder.width,0,oWall) } instance_destroy() break } }

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames Місяць тому

    In case I don't get to a continuing vid in the series, make sure to add code to the Create event of your wall so it doesn't double-stack them. if place_meeting(x,y,oWall) instance_destroy() I hope you'll check out Dungeoneque! It's fun. It's free. It uses the procedural layout system in the vid: foldupgames.itch.io/dungeonesque

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames Місяць тому

    Play Dungeonesque for free and see this maze builder in action: foldupgames.itch.io/dungeonesque

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames Місяць тому

    Play Dungeonesque for free and see what the system does: foldupgames.itch.io/dungeonesque

  • @Sans.937-u8w
    @Sans.937-u8w Місяць тому

    I am subscribing to you

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames Місяць тому

      Thanks! I hope to do right by you.

  • @Sans.937-u8w
    @Sans.937-u8w Місяць тому

    Keep it up man

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames Місяць тому

    If I can do it, YOU can do it too!!!!! Plus, one of the best coders I know is 2x worse than me with issues of focus. Lots of geniuses struggle with mental issues, and he's surely a genius.

    • @Sophia-go3cs
      @Sophia-go3cs Місяць тому

      Hey I just want to say that I have seen a bot around posts with the word "adhd" in them, it probably detects that word and posts a comment with a series of preset replies about "magic mushrooms cureing their adhd" PLEASE DONT BELIEVE WHAT THEY SAY AS IT IS JUST A AD. REPORT THEM IF YOU SEE THEM.

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames Місяць тому

    Here's a helpful article I found: attncenter.nyc/understanding-working-memory-in-adhd-how-to-remember-not-to-forget

  • @broshtheprosh
    @broshtheprosh Місяць тому

    Hmm I never thought about games like this

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames Місяць тому

      I didn't either. Very eye-opening when I took a step back. Got me to thinking.

  • @apu000
    @apu000 Місяць тому

    I have been having a blast making simple web apps with Claude Sonnet 3.5, it's amazing how an idea can become something tangible even that it's not completely optimized it's the thrill of trying and making new things that spark that joy in folks like us with ADHD. Keep on the good work, great video!

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames Місяць тому

      Cool! Probably more practical than video games, so be sure you create something useless too! lol

  • @HankGreenburg
    @HankGreenburg Місяць тому

    Yeah making quick games is great for getting a feel for the whole development process. Also helps you find out if you want to make a larger game and what kind. I consider game jams to be a sort of "pop quiz" for game development but in a good, refreshing sort of way.

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames Місяць тому

      I had a lot of fun with the Gamedev.tv jam recently.

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames Місяць тому

    What do you think? Am I right about gating, or the lack thereof, in this excellent game?

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

    REGULAR UPDATES HERE: Day 11: Tried going double as per dosage instructions. Back to INSANE side effects. Backing off. I found the effectiveness had tapered off, but I can't function on 2x. Day 7+ : Doing better. Side effects have tapered off. Effectiveness seems to have reduced, but still works. Day 6: Finally had a good day! Very minor effects and pretty good brain function. After yesterday, I'm glad for the win. Day 5: I got the "depression and irritability" side effects, so that was...fun. Day 4: Still struggling over the next couple of days. Day 3: Still a bit dizzy and tired. Not too bad, but it's still noticeable. Turned out to be a challenge all day long, but again improved thinking into the evening. Hard to tell when I'm so tired. Day 2: A lot better. Still a little dizzy, but not nearly as bad. I was more "centered" and calm. My family noticed. I wasn't jumping out of my skin or from thing to thing, so it was good, particularly as the day went on. Day 1: I MIGHT have been thinking a bit more clearly, but it's hard to tell with dizziness over top of it. It stayed like that all day. Let's see how Day Two treats me!

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

    Here's a quick read about why it should be called VAST (Variable Attention Stimulus Trait) www.additudemag.com/attention-deficit-disorder-vast/

  • @clownspya
    @clownspya 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing you experience with us. This channel is a goldmine for me. Makes me feel much less alone in my quest to make games. Thank you :)

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

      I'm so glad that was helpful to you. We'll all make it, together!

  • @swordswordsdev
    @swordswordsdev 2 місяці тому

    Saw the title and said "oh this is for me"

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

      It made sense at the time, so I hope it connects with others as well.

  • @minimoth
    @minimoth 2 місяці тому

    This is helpful, thank you ❤

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

      I hope so! I struggle to keep up with my own advice, so I record it and then listen back to me, haha

  • @_L.G.W_
    @_L.G.W_ 2 місяці тому

    This is great advice!

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

    This is my first UA-cam short. I do hope I'm doing it correctly. ;) And don't forget to be awesome!

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

    You can play Teddy's Last stand after the vid (or in the middle, I get it) foldupgames.itch.io/teddys-last-stand

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

    Check out Dungeonesque here: foldupgames.itch.io/dungeonesque

  • @Skeffles
    @Skeffles 2 місяці тому

    Fantastic video, very thoughtful! I definitely consider myself a hobbyist game dev and by that I mean it's not my full time job. It's not always the most fun but I don't stress myself out in the way that full time game devs would. I just enjoy making progress towards my goals, even if it takes a long time.

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

      I love that! It sounds like fun.

  • @alecerno1915
    @alecerno1915 2 місяці тому

    Got diagnosed ADHD a few months ago at 27. Life has been so draining lately. I have been in major burnout for a couple weeks now. I haven't been able to sit down and do game dev, which is my escape, in quite a while. I was looking to find anyone else with ADHD in Game Dev, and I came across this video. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for posting. I truly needed to hear it's ok to not be ok. I know I will be ok in the near future, but it sometimes takes so much energy to take those steps to get to that point. I know there are so many advantages with ADHD, and I try to leverage them every day, but these crashes suck so much. Especially when you have a little one that depends on you and other life responsibilities.

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

      Thanks for sharing. I also have kids (they're grown up now) and it can be challenging. BUT you'll learn how to give them space if they have ADHD as well - it's hereditary. It was my son's diagnosis that got him talking to me about my own weird behavior. Kind of a shock. But it's OK. I went all out making a game for 3 months, then BOOM right into a 10-day game jam. It was a real high. Now? I can't bring myself to care. I think it's important to work with your brain instead of fighting. Accepting it and learning to flow. Resources: She's not a game dev, but "How to ADHD" is a good UA-camr. And I just started reading "ADHD is Awesome" which is interesting so far. Be awesome my friend!

  • @astrophobicastronaut
    @astrophobicastronaut 3 місяці тому

    Just got diagnosed ADHD myself, also a serial an on again off again game dev 😂 and I go through very similar waves of just head empty moments, Important to look at the things you accomplish to pick yourself back up and realise that sometimes its important to take a step back and just let yourself breathe! Very keen to see your work and especially with godot!!

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 3 місяці тому

      Had a good few months releasing Dungeonesque then a game jam to release Teddy's Last Stand. And then...ugh. Like a wall. We'll all carry on! Best wishes.

  • @flameofthephoenix8395
    @flameofthephoenix8395 3 місяці тому

    Ah, well, I thought you meant making a game in a spreadsheet. I don't understand why nobody seems to do that, what else would you even use it for? It was crazy learning Excel VBA because so many people knew Excel but somehow none of them were making games in it. Needless to say, after finding only one or two other people who make/made a game in Excel I was curious how I went from not being able to find someone who makes games in Excel to then suddenly finding someone who has a problem with repeatedly accidentally making them! Alas a lack... Good luck! Not really sure I understand the problem with what you're saying in the video though, most games are "Spreadsheet games," the alternative is to have a separate piece of code for how every single thing in the game operates and how said thing in game interacts with other things in the game, personally I do prefer this alternative, but it is kind of tricky if you have 1000 of some sort of element, because that means you need to write 1000 separate functionalities for each element and then 1,000,000 separate functionalities for each pair so they can interact with each other, luckily you can achieve a cross between the two to get a "Spreadsheet-ish game," but the less of a spreadsheet game it becomes the more messy the code and complicated everything is.

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 2 місяці тому

      Good luck on your quest! In my case, I'm referring to how often I used strictly data-driven games instead of more object-based or arcade-style games. I have some data management in Dungeonesque, of course, but it's much more focused on building objects and interactions than pure data alone.

    • @flameofthephoenix8395
      @flameofthephoenix8395 2 місяці тому

      @@foldupgames Ah, I fear my comment may just be repeating what I said last time, but it's better to say something and not need it than to not say something and need it. Not sure that saying really applies, but I used it anyway! Say, you've got a game with guns for the player to use, too many games have a setup where the guns have stats on a list like Firespeed, Attack Damage, Bullet Speed, Bullet Penetration, Spread, and so on, then they just have different stats for each gun, ideally though you'd instead want lists full of jump table instructions, so like you could have these lists OnHitFunctionality and FiringFunctionality which just contain references to different functions the gun can work with, doing this will allow you to have each gun be completely unique if you so choose or be completely standard, alternatively you could just have BulletFunctionality and FiringFunctionality, which would be even more customizable, this of course was too much for older games but now that we have the power to do it I personally think that means we should.

  • @SS-gu2tx
    @SS-gu2tx 3 місяці тому

    What a hidden gem.

  • @slimecat2252
    @slimecat2252 4 місяці тому

    Algorythm sent your video to me. 6 likes,decided to be your 7th like. Good luck!

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 3 місяці тому

      Haha, thanks, I appreciate it.

  • @KORKEL-
    @KORKEL- 4 місяці тому

    I lost the game..

  • @MountainProphecy
    @MountainProphecy 4 місяці тому

    I found it! I won! :D

  • @aruterafgo
    @aruterafgo 4 місяці тому

    Nice, I won

  • @noodleboboodle910
    @noodleboboodle910 4 місяці тому

    This landed on my notifications, easy win for me

  • @YokEdici111
    @YokEdici111 4 місяці тому

    I have good news for you. While this video was 1 view, it landed on my home page and I won the game.

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 4 місяці тому

      Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!

  • @themanthatsavedjosukehigas6714
    @themanthatsavedjosukehigas6714 4 місяці тому

    Really cute game! Original ideas are the soul of indie games.

    • @foldupgames
      @foldupgames 4 місяці тому

      Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

  • @qzlocx
    @qzlocx 4 місяці тому

    epic

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames 4 місяці тому

    Play the game for free in your browser. No ads. No tricks. Just a fun game because I like you! foldupgames.itch.io/teddys-last-stand

  • @foldupgames
    @foldupgames 4 місяці тому

    If you didn't check out my latest project, please do! It's totally free and I think it's pretty fun: foldupgames.itch.io/dungeonesque