   2D Pool/Billiards, Cross-platform, Open-Source Freeware
Team name:Not certain at this point. I think for just one project it'd be best to go with individual names.Project name:"Pool 4 All". I checked online for other software featuring this name or "Pool For All" and haven't found anything.Brief description:The idea for "Pool 4 All" is quite simple. While it may have been accomplished already, I haven't seen much in the way of complete freeware, 2D pool with multiple game-types and online play, for Windows. It's a 2D, overhead pool table that can be situated horizontally or vertically. There would be game types from 8-ball, 9-ball, Cut-throat and more. Players can play against another online as well. The motive of "Pool 4 All" is to provide a fun and simple game, while also supporting the Open-Source community.Target aim:Freeware Open-Source, primarily for Windows, then Linux & Mac OS X.Compensation:No monetary compensation. My interest in this projects lies in using my graphical skills to provide the game art. Other team members are very welcome to contribute their own game ideas. The incentive for this project would be to apply your skills (say you have a decent grasp on programming applicable to this game, and need another project under your belt).Technology:Target platform again, in order of priority: Windows/Linux/Mac OS X. Language, not certain... I'd like to avoid Java as my experience with Java programs is that they can be a little slow. Game art/interface would probably be .PNG, .GIF, .JPGTalent needed:ProgrammerExperienced in 2D game design. Should have a basic understanding of 2D physics -- pool balls bank and bounce off the pool table inside edges, hitting other balls, which move a certain length, direction and "spin" depending on the initial strike velocity and strength, etc. Also cue ball "english" simulated. By striking the cue-ball near the bottom, once the cue-ball hit's the target ball, it will reel backward. By striking the cue-ball near the top, it will reel forward along it's initial path. Also by striking the cue-ball on either side, it will reel the opposite way - useful for getting around obstacle balls and other tricky shots.Should also have experience developing Windows applications, as this is the initial target platform. Linux or Mac OS X port experience is a plus but not required. Interface development experience, i.e. a standalone window, or a custom GUI interface instead of Windows default interface. The game should be backwards compatible with at least Windows 98, although this is not required.Team structure:J.L. KohliThat's me, and I'm responsible for overall game direction and game art design. You can view my portfolio here:http://hosting.alanwake.net/tcf/old.phpThis URL is temporary, I have my own site, but won't be able to afford hosting this year.Website:http://pool4all.sourceforge.netContacts:Initial e-mail: appulluk AT yahoo.comYahoo IM: appullukMSN IM: jkohli@phait-accompli.comAIM IM: jkohli pa (note the space)Feedback:Any suggestions, advice, comments or general interest is welcome![Edited by - phait on November 17, 2005 2:28:22 PM]
  I am interested, I have been programming c++ almost 4 years, and games for about 1.5 years for a hoby.  I can do 2d graphics with d3d, and can impliment the physics for a pool game.  I dont know any networking though.  my e-mail is mr_rob_porter@yahoo.com.   ;  Thanks Robert, I emailed you.I have the website up at a temporary host, I signed up with an open source dev host, the account is waiting to be validated and the site will be uploaded there. There is more information on what is required for the team:http://hosting.alanwake.net/tcf/p4a/;  Looks like we may have 3 programmers on board. I need to get a group meeting together to situate things, then if we need any more help I'll reply here.The website is now situated at Source Forge:http://pool4all.sourceforge.net/Also, here is a near-final shot of the "Simple" game theme:http://sourceforge.net/project/screenshots.php?group_id=153213;1 More Programmer NeededI've been working on interface, layout and overall design concepts. Here is a concept for the Simple theme:http://pool4all.sourceforge.net/concept/table1.gifAlso, an in-depth game design doc is near complete. Currently we have 2 team members, myself (art/game direction) and Second_Strike for coding. However, we'd like to bring in another programmer to help out.Robert, if you see this - I e-mailed you but haven't seen you in awhile. You're still welcome to help out, but we're looking to get things started soon now.We especially need help in the network/online play area. So if you are a coder and have experience and interest in any of the following areas:http://pool4all.sourceforge.net/team.phpEither PM me, or contact through the website.Thanks!   ;  Hi. Still looking for one more programmer!   