The summary of ‘I Let Twitter Make a Game… (and it's really weird)’

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The video details the creator's process of integrating Twitter users' game ideas into a cohesive project. Initially, they use Python to pull and sort user suggestions, leading to the creation of a "milky drinking simulator" featuring a character named Carlson. The game evolves with Carlson navigating a store, interacting with realistic elements like cars and blood effects, and implementing an 'Inception' mechanic via a mirrored store window. Further enhancements include slow-motion mechanics, an enemy named Willie, and additions like a main menu, levels, and free textures. Musical contributions from Evan King and unique features like a level timer, player model updates, and customization options enhance the gameplay. A new mobile game, Milkman Carlson, introduces joystick controls and dual-wielding guns. The video concludes by inviting viewers to download the free game and support future projects.

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In this part of the video, the creator discusses the process of incorporating Twitter users’ game ideas into one project. Initially, they use Python code to retrieve and list the top five most liked replies from their Twitter post. After a 24-hour waiting period, the code generates text files with the top suggestions. The first suggestion, which was poorly received by the creator, results in the development of a “milky drinking simulator” using Unity’s particle system. The second suggestion involves a character named Carlson, who is known for his affinity for milk. The creator sets up a 3D model and environment for Carlson to visit a store. After modifying the model and fixing movement mechanics, Carlson is animated to walk and drink milk, enhancing the game’s functionality according to user feedback.

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In this part of the video, the creator takes a break and then sets up a store environment in the game for the character Carlson to buy milk, including a car and blood effects for realism. Moving to the next idea, they incorporate an ‘Inception’ mechanic by making a store window act as a mirror leading to the next level. Although it looks rough, it works. The third mechanic involves time control, implementing slow motion for actions like jumping, drinking milk, or getting hit by a car humorously. For the final suggestion, they introduce an enemy named Willie, an explosive variant of a character from a previous game, adding an explosion effect and sound for the car to enhance gameplay. They also set up essential game elements such as a main menu and levels, improve graphics with free textures, and seek music contributions from a collaborator, Evan King.

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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses several updates and features added to the game. Firstly, they gathered musical instrument suggestions from a tweet and chose top replies, leading to an impressive mayonnaise track composed by Evan. Additional game elements include new maps, improved player models, and the ability to pick up guns with an aim assist system. They also enhanced slow-motion accuracy and added bouncing wheels that defy physics. To increase the game’s appeal to speedrunners, a level timer was introduced despite the game’s randomness. Customization options were expanded with new clothing and hats, including an expensive “Gucci banana” hat.

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In this segment of the video, the creator discusses different ways to earn money in a game by killing enemies and performing tricks. The task is described as challenging but rewarding. The creator mentions their fondness for making mobile games and has just released a new one called Milkman Carlson for Android, adding a simple joystick and other tweaks. They introduced a feature for dual-wielding guns, inspired by a humorous reference. The creator uses a clever approach to simulate scenes where the player appears to be on a moving car by moving the ground instead, while adding effects for realism. A rifle, resembling an AK-47 without legal risks, is added to the game along with new levels and an infinite wave game mode for practice and earning money. The video concludes with a promotion of their free game, links for download, and social media accounts, encouraging viewers to like, follow, and support their ongoing projects.

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