Click to Move Question

Is there a way to do click to move where the object stops when it comes in contact with something else.

The click to move that I am using is the .mfa file that is the example with the green arrow and it moves to the red x. However, since the arrow has static movement, I can not do a collide behavior to make it stop when it comes in contact with something else (lets say a rock).

Is there a way to do that, so when the arrow is touch the rock it stops (even though its movement is static)?

Thanks,

Chris

Without knowing the example or what type of game you're making, I recommend trying this:

Code:

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Always -> Set XOld("Active") to X("Active")
              Set YOld("Active") to Y("Active")

(then actually move "Active")

"Active" is overlapping "Rock" ->
                    (stop moving "Active")
                    Set X of Active to XOld("Active")
                    Set Y of Active to YOld("Active")

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The parts in parenthesis are pseudocode obviously. And this is assuming you've named two alterable values of "Active" to XOld and YOld.

Hi thanks for the help. This is a bit advanced for me. Is it possible for a sample file or a screen shot please? Thanks a ton.

Hi this is a picture of what I am working with for the movement. The y is the same thing as the x except its y. Please help if you can. Thanks.

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Also thought I should mention that the active alien object (which is the character) has a static movement, which is why I am having difficulty having him stop, since he is technically always stopped. Thanks.

Hey Snail thanks for the example. If its not to much trouble could you should me how when the user click on the screen, the character moves to it. Here is a pic of the code from before (dont know if its helpful) with one extra picture. Thanks for the help. I really appreciate it.

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Hey I tried it on my phone. I think it works:) Thank you so much. I will keep you guys posted. Appreciate it:)

Chris

Ok 2 quick questions now. Thanks.

1) How do I make it so the character doesnt go off the screen?

2) When I start the level the character is already moving (but I didnt touch anywhere yet). Why is this happening and how do I fix this?

Thanks,

Chris

I think I figured out the second one (I just set x and y to the desired location). Is that correct?

But for the first question, what do I use for the borders? Is there a certain range or numbers I should use?

Thank you.

Chris

Thank you Snail. I will try it and keep you posted. I appreciate it:)

Chris

Hi, I think it works, but the character seems to be off the screen a bit? Also when you mean Old X, what does that mean exactly?

How would do when use clicks the character moves to that location, but I want the player to also be able to tap to destroy an object, where the character doesnt move to that location?

If anyone is willing to help, I am willing to send them the file. Please let me know and thanks for all the help already:)

Chris

if the character is off the screen a bit, you need to offset relative to the hotspot. So for example, if the sprite is 32x32 pixels big, with a hot spot in the centre (16x 16y) - you want to slightly modify the events to say

"X position of Player is >= X Right Frame-16" - the extra "-16" pixels will make the player stop exactly before any part is off the screen. (in this example)

Thanks Dave. So if my character is 100 by 100, what would I put exactly? Thanks.

Hi there Chris, click to move?.. here is an example, this a very simple system and it works perfect.
http://community.clickteam.com/threads/87152-Monkey-Island-like-Simple-Engine-Example

Thanks Sparckman will check it out when I get home:)

Snail, what is the command I put in for Old X and Old Y (I wrote Old X and Old Y but it said it was an invalid expression).

Also same thing for Old Width and Old Height, what do I enter? Thank you both:)

Chris

Hi Snail. Thanks for the help. I will continue to work on it. Appreciate it:)

Hi guys. I am stuck with the following issues. I included a sample of the code but Im having some issues. Hopefully someone can help. Here are the things I need help with. Thank you.

1) I need the character to stay on the screen completely when touching any edge.

2) I need the character to stop when he touches the rock.

3) I need the user (person playing the game) to be able to touch to destroy objects. However, I dont want the character to move when the player touches the screen to destroy the object.

Example: The rock is in the way, usually the player would touch to move, but he/she is now stuck by the rock. Therefore, the player must tap to destroy the rock without the character moving in the mean time.

4) I need to make it so when the user clicks the character does his walking animation in that direction. However I also need the character to stop walking when he gets to the location.

5) I need to make it so if the player clicks on the character he doesnt walking in place.

If you can help with any or all of these, it would be greatly appreciated. If you want to contact me directly to chat or send a larger file, please reach me at chrisholley317@gmail.com. Thank you.

Chris

PS I am still learning, so please bare with me. Thanks.

Can anyone give me an assist with my questions please? Thanks.

Chris

Hey all Im really stuck with these questions. Can anyone help me fix them? Thanks.

1) I need the character to stay on the screen completely when touching any edge.

2) I need the character to stop when he touches the rock.

3) I need the user (person playing the game) to be able to touch to destroy objects. However, I dont want the character to move when the player touches the screen to destroy the object.

Example: The rock is in the way, usually the player would touch to move, but he/she is now stuck by the rock. Therefore, the player must tap to destroy the rock without the character moving in the mean time.

4) I need to make it so when the user clicks the character does his walking animation in that direction. However I also need the character to stop walking when he gets to the location.

5) I need to make it so if the player clicks on the character he doesnt walking in place.

If you can help with any or all of these, it would be greatly appreciated. If you want to contact me directly to chat or send a larger file, please reach me at chrisholley317@gmail.com. Thank you.

Chris

PS I am still learning, so please bare with me. Thanks.