Pixel Joint Forum: CHALLENGE 5/21/2012: Steamy Icons

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   CHALLENGE: Steamy Icons
Make an icon for a new and original game - à la the ones found on Steam (examples below).

Pick from one of these two sizes:

184 x 69; example:

-or-

120 x 45; example:

Canvas size - Exactly 184 x 69 or Exactly 120 x 45.

Colours - Max 32.

Transparency - No.

Animation - No.
CHALLENGE RULES
Participants have until this upcoming Sunday at midnight (12AM Pacific) to submit their entry (strict). Don't forget to check the 'Submit to weekly challenge' checkbox.
Only new pixels allowed.
Open to all members.
Posting WIPs in this thread or in new threads in the WIP section is highly encouraged, but ONLY SUBMIT YOUR FINAL ART.
CHALLENGE JUDGING
Every Sunday at midnight (12AM Pacific) the previous week's entries are judged.
Every week a new voting poll will be posted for previous week's entries.
Winner announced the following week.

CHALLENGE PRIZES/GOODIES
Top three finishers will receive an award displayed in your PJ gallery profile for all to see and envy.
Top finisher gets to call the following week's challenge...sweet.
'Participation' ribbons will be given for all who enter.
No matter what happens you get challenged :)
CHALLENGE VOTING
Vote now for your favorite pixelart in this week's challenge!
CHALLENGE AWARDS
The Steamy Icons pixel art challenge is complete and we have three new champions. This week's challenge awards go to the following pieces:

Cyvasse by TheoVision
Myth by Arkan85
Genesis by AngelOTG

Thanks so much to all who took the time to vote and participate in the challenge! 

funk land by moondrome
50% off, this week only! by Voltali obscur
Steam-style game icon by Yrgkala
Mekk Arms 1944 by SturmgewehrKreuz
SUB by damicon
The Heist by Skoby
Pixel Hero! by Blackparade
Fade - weekly challenge by SacreDoom
Weekly Challenge: Footeball by EME
War Ace Panzer by SturmgewehrKreuz
Gecko Island by -kb-
Bacteria by Nevercreature
ESCAPE by MrBeast
Weekly Challenge: Steamy Icons by Bam112
The Blackadder game by Mngwa

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administrator Admiral Joined: 03 March 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 0	Topic: CHALLENGE 5/21/2012: Steamy Icons Posted: 21 May 2012 at 12:00am
	CHALLENGE: Steamy Icons Make an icon for a new and original game - à la the ones found on Steam (examples below). Pick from one of these two sizes: 184 x 69; example: -or- 120 x 45; example: Canvas size - Exactly 184 x 69 or Exactly 120 x 45. Colours - Max 32. Transparency - No. Animation - No. CHALLENGE RULES Participants have until this upcoming Sunday at midnight (12AM Pacific) to submit their entry (strict). Don't forget to check the 'Submit to weekly challenge' checkbox. Only new pixels allowed. Open to all members. Posting WIPs in this thread or in new threads in the WIP section is highly encouraged, but ONLY SUBMIT YOUR FINAL ART. CHALLENGE JUDGING Every Sunday at midnight (12AM Pacific) the previous week's entries are judged. Every week a new voting poll will be posted for previous week's entries. Winner announced the following week. CHALLENGE PRIZES/GOODIES Top three finishers will receive an award displayed in your PJ gallery profile for all to see and envy. Top finisher gets to call the following week's challenge...sweet. 'Participation' ribbons will be given for all who enter. No matter what happens you get challenged :) CHALLENGE VOTING Vote now for your favorite pixelart in this week's challenge! CHALLENGE AWARDS The Steamy Icons pixel art challenge is complete and we have three new champions. This week's challenge awards go to the following pieces: Cyvasse by TheoVision Myth by Arkan85 Genesis by AngelOTG Thanks so much to all who took the time to vote and participate in the challenge! funk land by moondrome 50% off, this week only! by Voltali obscur Steam-style game icon by Yrgkala Mekk Arms 1944 by SturmgewehrKreuz SUB by damicon The Heist by Skoby Pixel Hero! by Blackparade Fade - weekly challenge by SacreDoom Weekly Challenge: Footeball by EME War Ace Panzer by SturmgewehrKreuz Gecko Island by -kb- Bacteria by Nevercreature ESCAPE by MrBeast Weekly Challenge: Steamy Icons by Bam112 The Blackadder game by Mngwa
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SturmgewehrKreuz Commander Joined: 24 April 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 51	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 12:08am
	does that mean you'll have to come up with a genuine game title? looks fun, gotta try it.:)
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skamocore Admiral Joined: 07 April 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3866	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 12:13am
	*Originally posted by SturmgewehrKreuz* does that mean you'll have to come up with a genuine game title? looks fun, gotta try it.:) You definitely should come up with a name for the game (I have yet to come across a icon on Steam that doesn't show the game's name...)
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AngelOTG Commander Joined: 28 February 2009 Online Status: Offline Posts: 258	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 2:21am
	Digging this challenge. I love small canvases. We can enter multiple times, right?
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skamocore Admiral Joined: 07 April 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3866	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 2:22am
	*Originally posted by AngelOTG* Digging this challenge. I love small canvases. We can enter multiple times, right? As many times as you like.
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Bam112 Seaman Joined: 02 February 2012 Online Status: Offline Posts: 35	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 2:50am
	Something I started. Feedback?
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AngelOTG Commander Joined: 28 February 2009 Online Status: Offline Posts: 258	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 2:54am
	It would be better if the slimes had rounded bottoms, and maybe a little slime trail behind them.
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Bam112 Seaman Joined: 02 February 2012 Online Status: Offline Posts: 35	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 2:56am
	*Originally posted by AngelOTG* It would be better if the slimes had rounded bottoms, and maybe a little slime trail behind them. I wanted them to be sort of squished into the ground.I'll play around with adding a slime trail. Thanks!
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AngelOTG Commander Joined: 28 February 2009 Online Status: Offline Posts: 258	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 3:58am
	A couple of ideas I'm batting around. I still haven't decided if I want to do a landscape or something more like a portrait/sprite with an abstract background. My mind is wandering towards a landscape...
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moondrome Commander Joined: 07 June 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 164	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 8:18am
	I started a black and white sketch today and I feel the pixel force is strong in this one :) the problem will be adding colors :(
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AngelOTG Commander Joined: 28 February 2009 Online Status: Offline Posts: 258	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 8:48am
	I don't like how the birds came out, and I'm not sure if I should texture the rocks normally or just add more elements like the vines to give it depth.
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Christoballs Rear Admiral Joined: 31 January 2023 Online Status: Offline Posts: 182	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 9:51am
	The red AA is bleeding, I suggest you use a more desaturated colour to AA so that there's less noise. Looking good otherwise!
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SturmgewehrKreuz Commander Joined: 24 April 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 51	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 11:52am
	uh, this may sound dumb, but how can I post WIP pics? :-(
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PixelIvan Seaman Joined: 11 May 2012 Online Status: Offline Posts: 1	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 12:26pm
	can i make a diablo 3 title in pixel ?
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Reo Rear Admiral Joined: 07 April 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 679	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 12:59pm
	*Originally posted by PixelIvan* can i make a diablo 3 title in pixel ? No, It must be a new and original title thought up by you.
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orange08 Midshipman Joined: 13 April 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 20	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 1:17pm
	Here's hoping I can finish this. Any advice appreciated.
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Bam112 Seaman Joined: 02 February 2012 Online Status: Offline Posts: 35	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 2:58pm
	Edited it some more:
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coolsarahkry Midshipman Joined: 23 June 2020 Online Status: Offline Posts: 90	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 5:15pm
	*Originally posted by SturmgewehrKreuz* uh, this may sound dumb, but how can I post WIP pics? :-( You can upload it on imageshack or photoshop, then click the little 'insert image' icon while your posting and link to your art.
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AngelOTG Commander Joined: 28 February 2009 Online Status: Offline Posts: 258	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 7:07pm
	Update. Reduced the bleeding you pointed out Chris, but I still need to fix the orange color too. Also need a name for this game, lol. Maybe I should have thought of that before doing the image... :P Edit: Maybe "Genesis: World Builder" Edited by AngelOTG - 21 May 2012 at 7:09pm
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SturmgewehrKreuz Commander Joined: 24 April 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 51	Posted: 21 May 2012 at 11:51pm
	does my work look good?(translation:please comment.) WIP The title is Mekk Arms 1944( I know what you're thinking: it's lame..). The game is all about a spy sent to investigate (and fight) these fascists with metal arms.(DUH) it's my first time to join a challenge. does the anatomy look good? is my font good?any comments, violent reactions, criticisms, and threats are welcomed. thank ya all.
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Mrmo Tarius Commander Joined: 12 February 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 367	Posted: 22 May 2012 at 4:48am
	Dunno if I'll manage to finish this. I'm kinda fond of the old guy for some reason.
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oka Seaman Joined: 24 September 2010 Online Status: Offline Posts: 14	Posted: 22 May 2012 at 4:50am
	Mrmo Tarius- awesome!! such a cool challenge...
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A2J2TIWARI Midshipman Joined: 07 August 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 91	Posted: 22 May 2012 at 5:39am
	This is a WIP. I dunno why but I find my own idea bit weird... Anyways, I am going to name this Skate Trauma. C and C welcome.
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Bam112 Seaman Joined: 02 February 2012 Online Status: Offline Posts: 35	Posted: 22 May 2012 at 5:54am
	*Originally posted by Mrmo Tarius* Dunno if I'll manage to finish this. I'm kinda fond of the old guy for some reason. Nice work.
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moondrome Commander Joined: 07 June 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 164	Posted: 22 May 2012 at 7:22am
	here's my sketch. it's a post-nuclear war, apocalyptic game. I don't have a title yet... Edited by moondrome - 22 May 2012 at 7:23am
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AirStyle Commander Joined: 13 November 2017 Online Status: Offline Posts: 376	Posted: 22 May 2012 at 9:23am
	Mrmo, have you ever considered working for Nitrome? You kind of have their style.
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reis Commander Joined: 13 March 2014 Online Status: Offline Posts: 118	Posted: 22 May 2012 at 11:56am
	Starting work, all ideas are welcome! Edited by lfspr - 22 May 2012 at 11:56am
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SturmgewehrKreuz Commander Joined: 24 April 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 51	Posted: 22 May 2012 at 1:03pm
	Here's another of my creation. WIP this game is all about panzers! need comments and suggestions please.thanks PJ community.
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AngelOTG Commander Joined: 28 February 2009 Online Status: Offline Posts: 258	Posted: 22 May 2012 at 8:26pm
	Since it's about Panzers, maybe add a panzer to the image somewhere?
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SturmgewehrKreuz Commander Joined: 24 April 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 51	Posted: 22 May 2012 at 8:34pm
	*Originally posted by AngelOTG* Since it's about Panzers, maybe add a panzer to the image somewhere? all right. maybe some tank sillhouettes will do.:)
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SturmgewehrKreuz Commander Joined: 24 April 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 51	Posted: 23 May 2012 at 1:03am
	Here's another version: WIP (nearly done!) I cant think of other things to put in this canxas.:( any comments/suggestions?:)
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shampoop Commander Joined: 12 January 2015 Online Status: Offline Posts: 202	Posted: 23 May 2012 at 9:50am
	Bullet hole in the metal or a small explosion in the background are two ideas. I realize there isn't a lot of real estate around the label but this is where you could improve your piece.
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SturmgewehrKreuz Commander Joined: 24 April 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 51	Posted: 23 May 2012 at 11:11am
	*Originally posted by shampoop* Bullet hole in the metal or a small explosion in the background are two ideas. I realize there isn't a lot of real estate around the label but this is where you could improve your piece. i'll try... there's still little space, im afraid. still, thanks for the idea!
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Blackparade Seaman Joined: 21 May 2012 Online Status: Offline Posts: 1	Posted: 23 May 2012 at 4:59pm
	This is my first pixel art submission, first draft. WIP Comments or suggestions appreciated! Thanks!
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reis Commander Joined: 13 March 2014 Online Status: Offline Posts: 118	Posted: 23 May 2012 at 6:58pm
	I tried another technique, which will blend more with the name, because soon I'll use this in my next mockup. Tomorrow I'll get the background, and some other details soon! Tips are welcome! :)
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SturmgewehrKreuz Commander Joined: 24 April 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 51	Posted: 23 May 2012 at 7:07pm
	*Originally posted by Blackparade* This is my first pixel art submission, first draft. WIP Comments or suggestions appreciated! Thanks! Cool Gibson SG pixel! I think that the title is somewhat too general, too vague.. but this is cool!
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AngelOTG Commander Joined: 28 February 2009 Online Status: Offline Posts: 258	Posted: 23 May 2012 at 9:35pm
	I have no clue how to make the title not look like crap.
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x-death Commander Joined: 09 February 2019 Location: Australia Online Status: Offline Posts: 151	Posted: 23 May 2012 at 10:50pm
	*Originally posted by AngelOTG* I have no clue how to make the title not look like crap. as the first letters of your title go over the lighter colors. it makes it harder to see. but if you notice the "NE" in your title are over the darkest area and they seem to look much better. so this proves in-order to get a better result there needs to be more contrast between the title and the background. Edited by x-death - 23 May 2012 at 10:50pm
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moondrome Commander Joined: 07 June 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 164	Posted: 24 May 2012 at 10:17am
	skull on the right wall and car on the front may need some work but what you can see right now is near to my final version... I feel I can't add much more to this one
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moondrome Commander Joined: 07 June 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 164	Posted: 24 May 2012 at 11:04am
	*Originally posted by x-death* *Originally posted by AngelOTG* I have no clue how to make the title not look like crap. as the first letters of your title go over the lighter colors. it makes it harder to see. but if you notice the "NE" in your title are over the darkest area and they seem to look much better. so this proves in-order to get a better result there needs to be more contrast between the title and the background. looks really cool, but on my monitor is hard to see the figure standing on the rock. perhaps you could add some more light to him ( after all he is holding a torch)
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Arkan85 Midshipman Joined: 05 January 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 81	Posted: 24 May 2012 at 12:04pm
	That's my entry... for a Cthulhu related game... Comments are welcome...
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Arkan85 Midshipman Joined: 05 January 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 81	Posted: 24 May 2012 at 12:07pm
	*Originally posted by AngelOTG* I have no clue how to make the title not look like crap. If you want to make the title more readable you can try to add a small black border around the letters... Great work, however!
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Skoby Seaman Joined: 15 June 2014 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 34	Posted: 24 May 2012 at 12:42pm
	I've still got to come up with a name but heres my entry so far Going for a Reservoir Dogs/Pulp Fiction feel crime game. Not sure on the street background, I like the brick walls but will probably change the houses and the road. Edited by Skoby - 24 May 2012 at 12:42pm
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SJL Seaman Joined: 22 May 2012 Online Status: Offline Posts: 27	Posted: 24 May 2012 at 3:39pm
	Hi im new here :D this is my first post and (obviously) my first challenge entered. Looking at stuff by Mrmo and Angel makes me feel inferior though :P I call it the Leaning Tower of Pizza Still a WIP
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SturmgewehrKreuz Commander Joined: 24 April 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 51	Posted: 24 May 2012 at 5:40pm
	*Originally posted by SJL* Hi im new here :D this is my first post and (obviously) my first challenge entered. Looking at stuff by Mrmo and Angel makes me feel inferior though :P I call it the Leaning Tower of Pizza Still a WIP cool!i also considered doing iso.maybe do the title in iso?
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greenmango Seaman Joined: 18 April 2012 Online Status: Offline Posts: 9	Posted: 24 May 2012 at 5:52pm
	I'm probably gonna do a regular old match three :) Here's my rough sketch of what the banner will look like: (and yes, my symbols do look suspiciously like mathematical symbols :P) Still no name yet though...
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SJL Seaman Joined: 22 May 2012 Online Status: Offline Posts: 27	Posted: 24 May 2012 at 7:02pm
	*Originally posted by SturmgewehrKreuz* *Originally posted by SJL* Hi im new here :D this is my first post and (obviously) my first challenge entered. Looking at stuff by Mrmo and Angel makes me feel inferior though :P I call it the Leaning Tower of Pizza Still a WIP cool!i also considered doing iso.maybe do the title in iso? That was the idea. I'm probably going to spend the rest of tomorrow doing that ha
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oka Seaman Joined: 24 September 2010 Online Status: Offline Posts: 14	Posted: 25 May 2012 at 4:08am
	Sadly, thats basicly all i have- dont know where to take it from this point. only detailed the ends of the sword... edit- Edited by oka - 25 May 2012 at 7:03am
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EME Seaman Joined: 07 October 2011 Online Status: Offline Posts: 32	Posted: 25 May 2012 at 5:11am
	Help?
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jeremy Rear Admiral Joined: 25 November 2024 Location: New Zealand Online Status: Offline Posts: 1704	Posted: 25 May 2012 at 6:06am
	it needs to be a new and original game.
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