Game on top of a Game

Hey guys,

Just having a think. Say for example I want to create a top down rpg... I then want to have a battle like pokemon or final fantasy. Effectively that's 2 different styles of games in 1. What is the best way to transition between the two modes. I can't just jump to the level, because I'd want the character to remain in the same place. Is it possible to have a separate layout on top of another layout, or do I have to just store every single aspect of the character's position, as well as every enemy, etc? Seems like a lot of information to store just to cut to a mini battle, or detailed menu screen.

you can use multiple layouts with the same Event sheet.

and yes... you will have to set up alot of variables to pull it off.

Thanks for that! I may have explained incorrectly though. I would say for example I would like 2 different layouts to appear on the same screen. Is that possible? Player 1 and player 2 at different points in a level for example, split screen?

I haven't tried, but I think it's possible with R0J0hound's canvas plugin.

Maybe try Yann's example in this post?