And I prefer the fact that there are fewer clashes between graphics so I don't have to use 'k' or use temporal context to work out what some object is. On the other hand if you were learning Japanese you probably would spend a lot more time analysing each character and it will be some time before you are automatically translating them.įor me I see plenty of detail in the 16x16 tiles because I've gotten used to them. you don't make a conscious effort translating every squiggly line in every letter, straining to see every detail, but that's because your brain has adapted to it. When you see a word in English your brain has already translated it into a concept. It's the same as reading (well not that complex, but similar in principle). Pretty soon it is automatically translating that small picture of a dog into the concept 'dog' without me having to consciously think about it or strain my eyes. The human mind is amazingly good at creating an association between an image and concept, even with a 16x16 image. To you the icons look indecipherable because you played the majority of your game in ascii.įor me the pictures are perfectly clear and I've only played the game a few days. to have to depend on context and recent events to distinguish what something is, instead of having the thing itself clearly indicate what it is. Well for me that sounds far more cumbersome. Kitfox Discord #modding-discussion channelīronzemurder and Oilfurnace (illustrated) GEMSET 24x24 Workshop Override Preview Dwarf Fortress Adventure game Gaming comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Korimito Additional comment actions I love the Gemset tileset because it provides great readability while also retaining some of DF's ascii charm due to it's low sprite size. News: November 21, 2018: A new Threetoe story has been posted. News: February 4, 2021: Dwarf Fortress Talk 28 has been posted. Easiest way (using Starter Pack): (click to show/hide) (click to show/hide) (click to show/hide) This patch changes default Dungeon Set ramps to a more classic triangle ramp indicator. A three step guide:ĭownload DF Classic or install the premium version from Steam or Itch.ioįollow the quickstart guide on the wiki, or see other learning resources (below)Īsk any questions in the ☼Dwarf Fortress Questions Thread☼ - it's always active News: February 7, 2023: Dwarf Fortress 50.06 has been released. Download latest version for DF 0.43.03 (and DF 0.42.06)Download latest version for DF 0.40.24. See the reasons for our rules here, and please report any problems!ĭF can be intimidating, but we're dedicated to helping new players. Use the ☼Dwarf Fortress Questions Thread☼ Want to start playing? Read this sidebar!
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