Homebrew WIP The Homebrew Launcher (Concept Graphics)

[MikaDubbz]

Is Homebrew Launcher the name we're calling it? Feel like it should be called something different to differentiate it from the Wii U version. The Wii version was called the Homebrew Channel, so it would be fitting to give it another name again. Though I'm not sure what exactly to call it this time, maybe The Homebrew App or something like that.

 

[Deleted User]

Is homebrew launcher the name we're calling it? Feel like it should be called something different to differentiate it from the Wii U version. The Wii version was called the Homebrew Channel, so it would be fitting to give it another name again. Though I'm not sure what exactly to call it this time, maybe The Homebrew App or something like that.

basically both 3DS and Wii U were called homebrew launcher. The thing is that the Wii had an actual name for the apps on the menu and how you launched them (channels), whereas on the Wii U and 3DS they were just applications. The Homebrew Application sounds worse than the Homebrew Launcher, so the name will probably stick for a while.

 

[MikaDubbz]

basically both 3DS and Wii U were called homebrew launcher. The thing is that the Wii had an actual name for the apps on the menu and how you launched them (channels), whereas on the Wii U and 3DS they were just applications. The Homebrew Application sounds worse than the Homebrew Launcher, so the name will probably stick for a while.

Well obviously it sounds worse if you call it Application. My suggestion was App, not the full word. App sounds fine to me. And again it was just an example, I'm just saying it should have a different name to make it stand out and so future guides to get confusing to end users when they're trying to look it up.

 

[Deleted User]

Well obviously it sounds worse if you call it Application. My suggestion was App, not the full word. App sounds fine to me. And again it was just an example, I'm just saying it should have a different name to make it stand out and so future guides to get confusing to end users when they're trying to look it up.

I 100% agree with you on everything you just said.

They look really nice; however, personally, I want something new. We've stuck with the same logo for a long time, or what feels like it. The same bubbly backgrounds. We need something new.

Don't get me wrong, they look fantastic and if we don't get something new I want these.

 

[LightyKD]

The ironic part about all of this is that the Switch's UI is mostly the same electric blue and white of the Wii U.... just a thought

 

[Bladexdsl]

Quick mockup:
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looks way better than that shitty black and white phone app of the original

 

[lordelan]

Spoiler

Tbh I prefer this one over the OP's one as I don't feel that "fading to white" at the edges is still "modern". Of course I don't like that ... face though.
However I'd prefer the wave stile over the bubble one.

 

[Yoni Arousement]

This thread had me thinking of a background consisting of jigsaw puzzle pieces instead of bubbles, or solid pieces that can be combined into one, like LEGO's. Perhaps a reference to the Joy-Cons' ability to be used as one controller?

I like the third image from the OP the best.

 

[lordelan]

Sometimes I'm just a simple man.

 

[fedehda]

Is Homebrew Launcher the name we're calling it? Feel like it should be called something different to differentiate it from the Wii U version. The Wii version was called the Homebrew Channel, so it would be fitting to give it another name again. Though I'm not sure what exactly to call it this time, maybe The Homebrew App or something like that.

Switch'em all!

 

[Bladexdsl]

Sometimes I'm just a simple man.

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LUV IT

 

[GigaManEXE]

Quick mockup:
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These colors are a perfect representation of the Switch logo. Maybe change the name to "the homebrew switch", but otherwise, the default name is fine. These colors plus the OP's background are A-OK in my book.

 

[jt_1258]

I like a nice clam blue a little more, hmm

 

[TiMeBoMb4u2]

Quick mockup:
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Oh lovely! I really like the bright red one. Hopefully plutoo or whomever that is developing it will reach out!

They look really nice; however, personally, I want something new. We've stuck with the same logo for a long time, or what feels like it. The same bubbly backgrounds. We need something new. Don't get me wrong, they look fantastic and if we don't get something new I want these.

looks way better than that shitty black and white phone app of the original

Tbh I prefer this one over the OP's one as I don't feel that "fading to white" at the edges is still "modern". Of course I don't like that ... face though. However I'd prefer the wave stile over the bubble one.

This thread had me thinking of a background consisting of jigsaw puzzle pieces instead of bubbles, or solid pieces that can be combined into one, like LEGO's. Perhaps a reference to the Joy-Cons' ability to be used as one controller? I like the third image from the OP the best.

These colors are a perfect representation of the Switch logo. Maybe change the name to "the homebrew switch", but otherwise, the default name is fine. These colors plus the OP's background are A-OK in my book.

Added this to OP, as it incorporates several of your ideas! Hope you like it!

 

[KiiWii]

@TiMeBoMb4u2 what about a concept based on the eShop opening animation?

Flat UI, two colours, simple (size and weighted versions) system font?

Just a suggestion.

¯\_(ツ)_/¯

 

[GigaManEXE]

Added this to OP, as it incorporates several of your ideas! Hope you like it!

That's awesome! ... except for the Switch logo. I don't think using that directly would be a good idea.

 

[LightyKD]

That's awesome! ... except for the Switch logo. I don't think using that directly would be a good idea.

I think it looks great with the Switch logo.

 

[Blackfall]

Looks good with switch logo but hasn't it copyright from nintendo? could make problems^^

 

[TiMeBoMb4u2]

Looks good with switch logo but hasn't it copyright from nintendo? could make problems^^

I'm not sure that the icon alone would be a valid copyright object. See HERE, pages 5 and 6. Either way, these are merely concept works of art.

 

[PrincessLillie]

These look really well done! Great work, OP!

Thank you for your constructive input. It will surely be beneficial.

Geez, they were just memeing...