Ren'Py Image Converter

Select a folder and convert all images in folder into JPEGs. It completely replaces your previous file and keeps the old file's naming conventions. preventing you from having to update the code in your scripts. All files already saved as JPEGs in your folder will be unchanged.

Tips:

• This will completely replace your old files; if you're not using some form of Version Control, I suggest backing up your files if you believe you will need them as PNGs again.
• The JPEG quality is set to 75 percent by default. I found this is the best point between balancing file sizes and not seeing visible changes to image quality with the naked eye.
• Don't worry about files already set to JPGs; they will be ignored and unchanged.
• Your Anti-Virus may flag the app; it did on mine, and I'm the one who created the program, haha. Don't worry; I've triple-scanned all files before uploading. Add an exception and you should be good to go!
  
   Why Ren'Py Image Converter?

1. Reduced Game Size: The app significantly compresses image files, reducing overall game size, which is crucial for smooth downloads and installations.
2. Enhanced Performance: Smaller image sizes result in faster load times, contributing to a smoother gaming experience.
3. Batch Processing: The ability to process multiple images simultaneously saves developers considerable time and effort.
4. Quality Control: Developers can choose the JPEG quality level, balancing image fidelity and file size according to their specific needs.
5. User-Friendly Interface: A simple and intuitive UI makes optimizing their game's images easy for developers of all skill levels.
6. Compatibility: The tool is designed to work seamlessly with RenPy, ensuring a hassle-free image optimization process.
7. Efficiency in Game Updates: Easier to manage and update games due to smaller file sizes.
8. No Advanced Technical Skills Required: The tool eliminates the need for advanced technical knowledge in image processing.

Where Do We Go From Here?

This tool is still in its beta phase, and I have a lot more ideas on where to take it to help the indie community better.

1. Support for More File Formats: Expanding the tool to support additional image formats like WebP, which offers better compression and quality options.
2. Integration with Game Engines: Developing plugins or extensions for direct integration with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine for broader usability.
3. Automated Optimization: Implementing AI or machine learning algorithms to automatically determine the best compression settings for each image.
4. Preview Functionality: Adding a feature to preview images post-conversion to assess quality and file size before finalizing.
5. Custom Batch Settings: Allowing users to apply different settings to different groups of images in a single batch.
6. Undo Option and Backup Creation: Providing options to undo conversions and automatically create backups before changes are applied.

Feel free to offer more suggestions on tools you need and the game engine you would like to use them for!