Thank you for all the responses. I have continued the research on server functions such as online play and rankings and it seems like a lot of work. Server work 99 to game 1 as a ratio. At least for the server, I may hire someone. Thanks for the feedback guys!

Greetings Construct users!

I have in the past made many minor casual projects on programs such as RPG Maker, Construct classic and 2, etc. Lately me and my friends have been throwing around a project idea and considering making it a serious game. The only issue is find the right game making engine for our project.

Basically the first thing I need to get out of the way is that online capabilities is a must. I have seen that construct has pulled this off to some extent. The ability to face other people and have a rankings system of some sort is really the meat of it though.

What we are working on is a turn based strategy, that also has a 2D side scrolling shoot em up in there (recruit guys in the shoot em up for the turn based). Graphically this game wouldn't be intensive, and I have been able to make shells of both parts of the game in construct, though not yet combine the two. We have some graphic designers and programmers on board with us, and I myself am of the business/accounting professions.

Is this project doable in Construct? Do you guys know a better program for this project?

Any and all feedback would be greatly appreciated