Commented 16 years ago2008-05-05 19:16:27 UTC
in vault item: de_forbiddenComment #16619
Neat stuff!
I like the detail in the trims, but it's a little repetitive after a while. It seems a bit blocky to me, but since it's a temple made out of stone, it guess that fits. The textures are fine but also repetitive; they also seem a bit stretched, but I don't know for sure. The layout seems very neat and original, but I'd have to play it to really get a feel for it.
The r_speeds are quite acceptable in many areas despite the details, but they're also quite high in a lot of areas too. Ran smooth for me on my crap computer so not a big deal i guess.
I liked the detail "needle eye" thing, and the pool, and it would be nice to see more stuff like that and some sounds to spice it up a bit. Lighting is little dark like a twilight map, so lighting is a little bland and too even imo. (my fav maps are dark with high contrast lighting)
Anyway, i can tell you put a lot of work into this despite all my criticisms, so i give 4 stars for pure effort and an very respectable map.
Commented 16 years ago2008-05-05 17:54:47 UTC
in journal: #5051Comment #58647
Here's the email I got when I had similar problems:
To resolve the issue, you may consider restoring the computer back to factory settings by performing the steps below:
NOTE: Factory restore would restore your computer software to the original state in which it was shipped to you from Dell, including:
Microsoft Windows Operating system. Dell-provided utilities and software. Drivers for all hardware included in the original shipment. All default settings.
Restore does NOT restore any changes made after you first received the computer, including:
Any programs you installed. Any Windows or other software updates you installed. Your user data (such as files, folders, e-mails, and documents). Drivers for hardware added post-factory. Your settings.
NOTE: Please back up all important date before restoriing to facotry settings.
Turn on the computer.
As the computer starts, press F8 key on the keyboard until the Advanced Boot Options menu appears on the screen.
Note: You must press F8 before the Windows logo appears on the screen. If you press F8 after the Windows logo appears on the screen, the Advanced Boot Options menu will not appear on the screen. If you do not see the Advanced Boot Options menu, restart the computer, and then repeat this step until you see the menu on the screen.
Press the <Down Arrow> on the keyboard to select Repair Your Computer on the Advanced Boot Options menu, and then press <Enter>.
Specify the language settings that you want, and then click Next.
Log in as a user who has administrative credentials, and then click OK.
Click Dell Factory Image Restore.
In the Dell Factory Image Restore window, click Next.
Click to select the Yes, reformat hard drive and restore system software to factory condition check box.
Click Next.
The computer is restored to the default factory configuration.
When the restore operation is completed, click Finish to restart the computer.
NOTE: In case you do not want to restore the computer back to factory settings, please reboot the system to Windows Vista Recovery Environment (WinRE) and run Startup Repair by performing the steps given below:
Restart the computer.
Tap the F8 key during startup until the Windows Advanced Options menu appears.
If the Windows Advanced Options menu does not appear, restart the computer, and try again.
Press the <Down Arrow> key until Repair Your Computer is highlighted, and press the <Enter> key.
The System Recovery Options window appears.
Click to select your language, and click Next.
Log in as a user with administrative rights, and click OK.
The Windows Vista Recovery Environment appears.
From the Choose a recovery tool menu, click Startup Repair.
Startup Repair proceeds to check the system for issues and resolve them.
Once completed, click Finish.
Click Restart.
NOTE: PC restore or Startup repair should resolve the issue. So, you do not need to use the Vista DVD disk.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to assist you.
Thank you again for contacting Dell XPS Hardware E-Support.
Commented 16 years ago2008-05-05 17:51:12 UTC
in journal: #5051Comment #58650
BSOD appears only half of a second, then disappears and pc restarts, so I can't read anything. I don't think it's a hardware problem, but I'll run memtest this night anyways.
@Habboi: The PC sometimes freezes on boot, after BIOS screen. Were can I find the "reset to factory settings" option?
PS. Now I can't open windows on normal mode, so I'm on safe mode.
Commented 16 years ago2008-05-05 16:58:53 UTC
in journal: #5051Comment #58646
Well when I installed an old version of Vegas made before Vista existed it warned me that the file it was installing has been known not to work with Vista. I ignored it thinking the program would just not work..I had to see but for some reason that file had something to do with the system files...It would cause my PC to freeze on boot.
SO my point is don't install old programs on Vista! Cause I got a Dell I just choose reset to factory settings and it returns to the way it was when I first got it. :>
Good luck!
Also you should try System Restore instead of uninstalling stuff.
Your map has impressive achitecture. I even nocliped to the top to see the whloe thing.but there is also some texturing issues some textures are not aligned. the windows, some parts of the buildings. I hope you can improve this. And maybe you can update your map and fix these problems also the light problems.
Commented 16 years ago2008-05-04 22:37:37 UTC
in journal: #5047Comment #39744
"Maybe I don't have as much respect for Sam Jackson / the sequel because I'm not a big comic book guy / have no idea who Nick Fury is."
As far as I know SHIELD is a company spanning the Marvel universe that manages it's superhero's or somesuch, Nick Fury is the leader. I don't particularly like how they brought it into the flick myself.
I'm beginning to hate Samuel Jackson. He's in EVERYTHING these days but I can't think of one notable role he should be proud of.
Nearly every game of Goldrush i've played has been stuck at the first two points too, I think Valve are going to need to balance that area a bit better.
Commented 16 years ago2008-05-04 13:21:13 UTC
in journal: #5047Comment #39745
Just saw a video of it, Strider. It's kind dumb how movie companies make sequels / plan sequels before they even know if it's gonna be a good movie or not.
Maybe I don't have as much respect for Sam Jackson / the sequel because I'm not a big comic book guy / have no idea who Nick Fury is.
Something I forgot to add onto the review:
~ (not good or bad) After a few play throughs, you can really get used to the lay out, so that really isn't an issue anymore. ~ Ive only gotten to the end of the map about 3 or 4 times out of about 20 that I've played. Not sure what that means, if it's good or bad, but I'm kinda sick of the first 2 points.
Turn off Automatically restart after system failure. Hopefully that'll allow you to check out the BSOD. To do this:
My Computer > Properties > Advanced > Starup and Recovery Settings > Untick "Automatically restart"
Those are the instructions for XP btw, so it'll probably be different of Failsta. You'll have to look for something similar.
Just boot XP, sheesh.
I like the detail in the trims, but it's a little repetitive after a while. It seems a bit blocky to me, but since it's a temple made out of stone, it guess that fits. The textures are fine but also repetitive; they also seem a bit stretched, but I don't know for sure. The layout seems very neat and original, but I'd have to play it to really get a feel for it.
The r_speeds are quite acceptable in many areas despite the details, but they're also quite high in a lot of areas too. Ran smooth for me on my crap computer so not a big deal i guess.
I liked the detail "needle eye" thing, and the pool, and it would be nice to see more stuff like that and some sounds to spice it up a bit. Lighting is little dark like a twilight map, so lighting is a little bland and too even imo. (my fav maps are dark with high contrast lighting)
Anyway, i can tell you put a lot of work into this despite all my criticisms, so i give 4 stars for pure effort and an very respectable map.
To resolve the issue, you may consider restoring the computer back to factory settings by performing the steps below: Hope that helps!
@Habboi: The PC sometimes freezes on boot, after BIOS screen. Were can I find the "reset to factory settings" option?
PS. Now I can't open windows on normal mode, so I'm on safe mode.
And a format may be the only fix, or a repair of Vista at least.
SO my point is don't install old programs on Vista! Cause I got a Dell I just choose reset to factory settings and it returns to the way it was when I first got it. :>
Good luck!
Also you should try System Restore instead of uninstalling stuff.
mariowned: yeah well i eat it mesilly... it always falls out of my mouth when i try to eat it lol
and NO! MAY PIE!
By the way, this is not from the 8-bit castlevania... It is from the SOTN (Symphony of the Night) for PSX...
I'll put more effort on it... About the glare on the candles, I'm working on it
- Don't spam.
- Be nice.
- Get mapping. Thats why we're all here for. Don't you?
Now i think of it, do thirteen year old kids, like yourself, actually understand what i said up there?Your map has impressive achitecture. I even nocliped to the top to see the whloe thing.but there is also some texturing issues some textures are not aligned. the windows, some parts of the buildings. I hope you can improve this. And maybe you can update your map and fix these problems also the light problems.
As far as I know SHIELD is a company spanning the Marvel universe that manages it's superhero's or somesuch, Nick Fury is the leader. I don't particularly like how they brought it into the flick myself.
I'm beginning to hate Samuel Jackson. He's in EVERYTHING these days but I can't think of one notable role he should be proud of.
Nearly every game of Goldrush i've played has been stuck at the first two points too, I think Valve are going to need to balance that area a bit better.
Maybe I don't have as much respect for Sam Jackson / the sequel because I'm not a big comic book guy / have no idea who Nick Fury is.
Something I forgot to add onto the review:
~ (not good or bad) After a few play throughs, you can really get used to the lay out, so that really isn't an issue anymore.
~ Ive only gotten to the end of the map about 3 or 4 times out of about 20 that I've played. Not sure what that means, if it's good or bad, but I'm kinda sick of the first 2 points.