About Similarities to the Game "Size Matters"

[Dare Looks]

Hi, there!

As some of you may know already, there is another game on Steam that is very similar to ours, called Size Matters, by Mazen Games.

Their game takes a lot of inspiration from Inch by Inch, which is why we have recently been in contact with them, to voice some of our issues and concerns.

We are very glad to announce that Mazen Games has agreed to look into this and work together with us to address our concerns and resolve those issues!
Most importantly, they plan to make their game easier to set apart from ours, visually, by changing things like the level layout and overall look and feel of the game, to reduce confusion.

Until this situation is resolved, please don't send any negativity their way! While this could have been handled more optimally, they have been very friendly and cooperative.

Thanks for understanding and thanks for your support!

[Capt.Cliff™]

With all due respect, I like the mechanics & the equipment/machine operations in SM more than IBI.

[Dare Looks]

Originally posted by Capt.Cliff™:

With all due respect, I like the mechanics & the equipment/machine operations in SM more than IBI.

This is probably not the right thread to discuss this sort of thing, but feel free to make a new thread for some of that feedback or suggestions of how to improve mechanics, etc.!

[Mazen Games]

I'm just dropping by to say thanks to the IBI developers, as we do take a lot of inspiration from the game, which I personally love. We are working on changing a lot of things, which we will then again discuss with the devs. Sorry for all the trouble, this was a mistake on our part and we're very glad they've been understanding of the issue and are willing to talk to us.

Cheers

[Wok]

I arrive here because Size Matters is available:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/976700/Size_Matters/

vs.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/992120/Inch_by_Inch/

What is intriguing is that Capt.Cliff™ has a red name on SM's forum, so I think he is a moderator there. Here, on IBI's forum, I see that he was very active. What is going on?

[Capt.Cliff™]

Originally posted by Wok:

What is intriguing is that Capt.Cliff™ has a red name on SM's forum, so I think he is a moderator there. Here, on IBI's forum, I see that he was very active. What is going on?

Hi Wok.

I came across IBI quite accidentally and I was so intrigued I purchased it.

During my 35 hours of enjoyable play I made numerous positive comments and suggestions regarding different things. I was happy when I began receiving Dev feedback.

However over all that time I began to realize that IBI was not progressing regarding signs of development implementation. Basically I presumed no future plans were intended. I arrived at this conclusion after receiving a reply to this thread I made:

Capt.Cliff:
"With such a low price tag, I suppose we can't expect anything further. Basically saying it's complete.

Curious into thinking why IBI wasn't designed with a more ambitious approach cus I believe it had potential to go further."

Dare looks (Developer) replied:
"The game's scope was intentionally small (ironically enough) – the main reason being that it was entirely developed in our free time and with no kind of budget attached.

Currently we have plans to work on updates with small improvements, polish, new achievements and implementing player feedback. But depending on how well the game does on Steam, who knows what's to come! :)"

Although this sounded encouraging at the time my original threads point remains valid cus unfortunately I have to add nothing did ever "come." I thought that's it - end of.

I noticed a thread on IBI's Forum refering to similarities from the game Size Matters. I looked SM up & visited there Forums. It soon became clear to me that Size Matters displayed positive development & good future intentions.

Shortly afterwards it became evident on Size Matters Forums, I became very active on there. Over time Mazen Games mentioned testers were required. I immediately expressed interest & to my delight was granted Tester.

Through the duration of testing Size Matters, (40 hours+) I began developing a good working relationship with Mazen Games. I was promoted Moderator. I was thrilled. Plus I had my real name & Steam name added in credits.

Wrapping up

Unfortunately for IBI Size Matters became everything IBI had the potential of becoming. To which I might add I'm enjoying a relationship with Mazen Games I was hoping to of developed with Dare Looks.

[Dare Looks]

I've got nothing to add; no hard feelings, either.
Capt.Cliff™ found what he was looking for, so that's nice!

[Capt.Cliff™]

Originally posted by Dare Looks:

I've got nothing to add; no hard feelings, either.
Capt.Cliff™ found what he was looking for, so that's nice!

Non at all & thank you.