   Volunteer artists wanted - New team with prof. background
Team name:IONSTAR StudiosProject name: Working TitleBrief description:Sandbox MMORPG in a dark mature fantasy setting.Game mechanics are fleshed out and we believe MMORPG gameplay has not been presented in such a way yet. Lore/background is open for discussion amongst the team membersTarget aim:Freeware.The goal is to build a completely free sandbox game and to evolve as individuals and as a team.We are not planning to create a AAA game, instead we want to build a working and enjoyable game within the limits of our expertise, time and budget.Compensation:We are only looking for volunteers at the moment. This project is a learning excercise.If we make it to the end and the project happens to generate revenue, we will glady share the fruits of our labour.Technology:C#, using proven middleware DirectX9 engineInhouse game framework and toolset are in active developmentTalent needed:- Concept artist- 3D Modeller/Animator- Texture artistOur main interest right now is to a) find a concept artist, who is able to visualize our ideas and present them on the project websiteb) find a modeller, who is able to convert the concept art into models ready to be used in our prototypeTeam structure:Chris - lead programmerGeorg - game design, shaders and additional programmingWebsite:Project website in progressContacts:chris: ch@ionstar.orggeorg: gas@ionstar.orgPrevious Work by Team:IONSTAR Studios developed the complete toolset for ALGANON, a fantasy MMORPG produced by Quest Online LLC.Additional Info:Yes, we are indeed planning to create a massive multiplayer game, although we are familiar with the "MMO noob dev" stigma.We are two professionals, who have extensively worked on commercial MMO projects before, with some free time on their hands.We have a stack of technology ready to be used, several game prototypes, tools & editors.Feedback:ANY[Edited by - chlerub on April 16, 2010 10:42:18 AM]