[15 Dec 2009] Sprites vs Layers

[Bugala]

Note: This is an archived post that was originally sent to the Hollywood mailing list on Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:39:11 -0000

First of all, i noticed a line in Sprites part of Document that was about:

"You cant use Layers and Sprites together"

Does that mean that if i have layers in my screen, then there cant be any Sprites flying around at same time? Means that when using Sprites, Designer would be pretty useless.

Secondly, as i am trying to figure out a best way to make moving objects (player, enemies etc.) I noticed that i can basically use layers for that if i use Animlayers and then i can control the image of enemy by showing some exact frame of that animation.

However, which one is better to use, Sprites or Layers, or is there any big difference?

For since im heftily using Designer, i quess it be easier for me to use layer animation instead of Sprites.

[airsoftsoftwair]

Note: This is an archived post that was originally sent to the Hollywood mailing list on Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:46:52 +0100

First of all, i noticed a line in Sprites part of Document that was about:

"You cant use Layers and Sprites together"

Does that mean that if i have layers in my screen, then there cant be any Sprites flying around at same time?

Exactly!

Means that when using Sprites, Designer would be pretty useless.

Yep.

Secondly, as i am trying to figure out a best way to make moving objects (player, enemies etc.) I noticed that i can basically use layers for that if i use Animlayers and then i can control the image of enemy by showing some exact frame of that animation.

However, which one is better to use, Sprites or Layers, or is there any big difference?

For since im heftily using Designer, i quess it be easier for me to use layer animation instead of Sprites.

Yes, if you are using Designer, you have to use layers. But that's not a drawback. Hollywood layers are much more powerful than sprites anyway. Sprites are just a little easier to work with.