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(This post is a quick reference FAQ post that should be visible to everybody. I'm going to link to this post from the main page, so that it will be easy to access for new members, or anybody else who is interested in this information. Thanks!)
Patreon FAQ:
What's the best way to download everything?
Where can I download the patron packs?
Which released packs are available?
What are the terms of use for graphics downloaded from patreon?
What is the difference for the $15-tier?
Tier price inconsistency for patron-access on itch.io?
The character sprites look weird in RPGMaker!
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What's the best way to download everything?
If you want to quickly download everything that I've released on patreon, the best way would be the yearly archive zip files. At the end of every year, I share a huge .zip that includes everything that I released throughout the year.
There have been six archive zips released so far:
Releases from the current year that haven't be archived yet can be most easily found by browsing the monthly review posts. At the end of each month, I'll summarize the month's productivity and link to each release.
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Where can I download the patron packs?
New patrons will see a page that has links to all of the packs available as downloads for patrons. For reference, here's a copy of that page, with the links to all of the packs that are available to patrons:
Here's a link to the patron-exclusive "Lich Crusades" character pack:
Patrons also have access to the "Ruined Dungeons" tileset pack:
Patrons also have free access to the "Animated NPCs" pack:
And the "Farm Animals" mini-pack:
...AND the "1000+ Fantasy Icons" pack:
...AND the "Mecha War" sprite pack:
And for the "Quirky NPC Sprites" pack:
And the "Final Tower" tileset pack:
...and as of summer 2024, the Lo-Bit RPG Pixel Asset Pack:
If you're a supporter at the $10+ tier, you can download the "Mythical Monsters" pack:
$10+ tier patrons also have access to download the "Beast Tribes" character pack:
And also the Giant Tree tileset pack:
...and now the Faces expansion too!
Fairy Forest tileset expansion:
And also...
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Which released packs are available?
Some assets have special downloads and will always be available for patrons. These would be packs like Lich Crusades, Mythical Bosses, Ruined Dungeons, or any others as listed on the main page (download links above).
Every regular pack gets a patron download when they are first released. Patrons at that time can then download them for free. This rewards those who are already patrons before new packs are released. As long as you are a patron -- you'll get access to the download key for any packs as they are released during that time.
These release keys are revoked after 2-3 months. That way, latecomers can still have access to the downloads, but they won't be up forever. New patrons are welcome to download these packs if the link is still available in the archive, but it isn't guaranteed to always be available.
( Note: As of the release of my game Jubilee, this policy goes for any paid game releases too. Patrons at the time of release get download access, and it's removed after a few months. I know that you're here for assets not games, but I've promised to release everything for high-tier patrons. Consider it a bonus! 😘 )
The oldest packs-- the base tileset and character packs, for example, do not have a special patron download, since they were created before I started on patreon. They'd need to be bought the regular way (they go on sale often and are frequently featured in bundles)
On top of that, there are the regular twice-a-week releases on patreon, and new patrons get instant access to the constantly-growing archive of these releases.
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What are the terms of use for graphics downloaded from patreon?
Here are the important points regarding terms of use for the assets I release here:
Can I use these graphics in commercial projects?
Yes, royalty-free.
Can I edit these graphics?
Yes, for use in your own projects.
Can I share or redistribute these graphics?
No.
Are there any limitations or restrictions on what engine I can use?
No restrictions.*
*There are no engine restrictions on anything that I release here on patreon, or on anything that I sell directly on my itch.io page or most other marketplaces. The only exception is assets sold as RPG Maker DLC, via Steam or the RPG Maker web store. You'll notice that the packs sold via those stores are at a discounted price compared to my itch.io store-- that's because they have a special license that limits their use to RPG Maker.
Do I need to credit you in my game?
No. You don't need to credit me, but please don't attribute my art to someone else.
I'm working on a team project...
Only one person on the team needs to have bought the assets legitimately (via patreon, asset packs, etc). Other members on the team can use them freely on the buyer's license-- but only within the scope of a project that the original buyer is actively working on.
I'm making an NFT game...
You can use my assets in an NFT game. You cannot use my assets as the NFTs within that game. You cannot redistribute my assets as NFTs.
For a further explanation on this, GameDevMarket has the right idea. Check out their blog post here.
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What is the difference for the $15-tier?
There's no difference between the $10 tier and the $15 tier in terms of content. Both highest tiers have access to everything.
The reason for the $15-tier is for members who want to provide additional support, and/or think that the regular weekly content is worth that price. If you can't afford it (or don't want to)-- that's fine. No pressure. The $10 tier will give you access to everything.
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Tier price inconsistency for patron-access on itch.io?
Downloads at the $5-tier might be a problem for patrons using foreign currencies, because of the exchange rates. In order to gain access to the downloads, itch.io looks at the price amount that a patron is signed up for, not the tier. So, generally the pricing is close, but someone paying in British pounds would be seen by itch.io as a $4.50-patron instead of the actual $5-tier.
As an easy solution, I've changed the limit on the itch.io side of things, so that all of these $5 packs (Monsters, Beast Tribes, Giant Tree, etc) can now be downloaded by any patron at $4 and above. This should solve any problems with foreign currency conversions.
Really this shouldn't change anything or have any noticeable effect at all-- other than making things a little bit easier for new patrons using foreign currencies.
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The character sprites look weird in RPG Maker!
For some character sprites, you might need to rename the file so it works properly in RPG Maker.
If there is a single character on a sheet, add a "$" to the beginning of the file's name. By default, RPG Maker assumes that a sheet has eight characters on it, and a "$" will tell the program that the image only includes one character.
ex. "$demonlord.png"
If the sheet is an item or tile (like a door or signpost), then you might want to add a "!" to the beginning of the file's name. By default, RPG Maker will display a sprite with an offset of a few pixels (presumably so character's feet look more natural on the ground). A "!" will tell the program to ignore the offset and align that image perfectly with the tile-grid. Important for non-character sprites.
ex. "!treasurechests.png"
You can use both prefixes together for both effects.
ex. "!$singleobject.png"
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Edit log
11/24/2021:
Added access link for Inside the Monster's Belly set.
Clarified release policy to include downloads for game releases.1/29/2022:
Updated to reflect tier changes, and also added the link for the 2021 end-year bundle. Also added a question about usage of my assets in NFT games.6/20/2022:
Added access link for the new Quirky NPCs pack.12/31/2022:
Added the link to the year-end bundle for 2022. Happy new year!12/31/2023:
Added the link to the year-end bundle for 2023. Happy new year... again!4/18/2024:
Added access link for the newly-released farm animals sprite pack.6/24/2024:
Added access link for the newly-released Lo-Bit collection.
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If you think of another question to add to this FAQ -- please send me a message!
Thanks!