It's all relative. I have a low-end machine right now, with 1.2 GHz and 512 MB and Radeon 9200. It can barely run Half-Life 2, but it chokes on FarCry. I wouldn't even consider running Doom3 on it (not that I would want to anyway).
Most likely, I'll be upgrading to a Pentium 4 with 3.0 GHz with 1 GB and ATI Radeon 9600 (128 MB) this summer. And hard drive space? It depends on what you do with your computer. I'll probably get 200 GB Seagate, since it only costs around US$70 nowadays.
It'll probably cost around $1,500 to put it all together, which is reasonable.
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One of my coworkers has been trying to convince me to buy one of those elite Alienware machines. It would cost me over US$5,000, and I don't think I'll ever be willing to spend so much on a computer.
I'd say $1,500 tops for a new machine.
I'd say $1,500 tops for a new machine.
Yeah, life can deal you all the wrong cards sometimes, but you shouldn't take it out on others, especially those who have nothing to do with your problems.
And for your edification, "satchmo" is the official nickname for Louis Armstrong, the great Jazz trumpet player. Satchmo is short for "satchel mouth", a description given to him by close friends because the way he blows his trumpet/cornet. In fact, it appears on his personal stationary.
http://www.satchmo.net/bio/
I read Louis Armstrong's biography and I know almost everything about him. Needless to say, I am a jazz fan.
And for your edification, "satchmo" is the official nickname for Louis Armstrong, the great Jazz trumpet player. Satchmo is short for "satchel mouth", a description given to him by close friends because the way he blows his trumpet/cornet. In fact, it appears on his personal stationary.
http://www.satchmo.net/bio/
I read Louis Armstrong's biography and I know almost everything about him. Needless to say, I am a jazz fan.
Did you mean "pantalones", Pyroclasm?
Personally, I don't even like cats. In fact, I have a flea problem right now because of a neighbor's cat. My legs are bitten all over.
Personally, I don't even like cats. In fact, I have a flea problem right now because of a neighbor's cat. My legs are bitten all over.
By the way, fucklob, do you even know what "satchmo" stands for? I doubt you're that cultured.
Kasperg, your English is very good. In fact, you're indistinguishable from a native speaker.
I learned Spanish because I live in California. I use it every day at work to communicate with my mostly Hispanic patients. I wish I could speak better and understand more. It's a beautiful language.
Unfortunately, most of the times I say things like "tiene vomito? tiene tos? hay sangre en su poopoo?"
I learned Spanish because I live in California. I use it every day at work to communicate with my mostly Hispanic patients. I wish I could speak better and understand more. It's a beautiful language.
Unfortunately, most of the times I say things like "tiene vomito? tiene tos? hay sangre en su poopoo?"
It's not your English skill people are criticizing, it's your attitude. And here it goes again.
There are plenty of people at TWHL whose native language isn't English (myself included; please see http://twhl.co.za/forums.php?pgt=1&action=viewthread&id=6739&pg=1). Fortunately, they are nice people and they are mature enough to communicate their ideas without resorting to shouting obscenities. No one objects to a few misspelled words and grammar errors.
You gotta reign in your behavior and control yourself. You will not get any respect at TWHL or anywhere for acting like a rabid animal.
There are plenty of people at TWHL whose native language isn't English (myself included; please see http://twhl.co.za/forums.php?pgt=1&action=viewthread&id=6739&pg=1). Fortunately, they are nice people and they are mature enough to communicate their ideas without resorting to shouting obscenities. No one objects to a few misspelled words and grammar errors.
You gotta reign in your behavior and control yourself. You will not get any respect at TWHL or anywhere for acting like a rabid animal.
...but Gordon is black. And GMan is too pale and pasty to be black, no matter how little sun he gets over the years.
Unless...he got some cosmetic recipe from Michael Jackson.
Unless...he got some cosmetic recipe from Michael Jackson.
I was just checking this morning too, hoping for the best. But I wasn't surprised that it's still down.
Re-hosting a site is a lot of work, and I really appreciate Lep doing all these to keep it going (and to GWil and ReNo too).
Re-hosting a site is a lot of work, and I really appreciate Lep doing all these to keep it going (and to GWil and ReNo too).
Don't be so harsh on fucklob. His mother might have had a difficult birth and he suffered anoxic encephalopathy as a result. You can't blame a guy for being retarded, can you? It's beyond his control.
And the coprolalia? It might be a consequence of his disability too. We should sympathize, not criticize.
And the coprolalia? It might be a consequence of his disability too. We should sympathize, not criticize.
...or, if you want the glass texture to look like actual glass (instead of just being completely transparent), you can texture that surface with most glass texture. This will allow any player to see through one side, but not the other.
My deathmatch map has an example of this.
http://twhl.co.za/mapvault_map.php?id=2557
Go inside the courthouse and go to the judge's chamber. There is a one-way glass on the wall looking into the court room.
My deathmatch map has an example of this.
http://twhl.co.za/mapvault_map.php?id=2557
Go inside the courthouse and go to the judge's chamber. There is a one-way glass on the wall looking into the court room.
Indeed.
The most pathetic ones cannot see their own deficiencies.
The most pathetic ones cannot see their own deficiencies.
Better than your pictures? I don't quite understand.
Long Beach, California, U.S.
32 going on 33
Surprisingly, I still have all my teeth and don't use a walker.
32 going on 33
Surprisingly, I still have all my teeth and don't use a walker.
I speak English, a little Espanol, and Mandarin (a dialect of Chinese).
In fact, today is New Year's Day for the Chinese lunar calendar. It's the first day for the Year of the Rooster.
Gong Si Fa Tzai (good luck and fortune)
I don't see anyone else at TWHL who can speak an Asian language.
In fact, today is New Year's Day for the Chinese lunar calendar. It's the first day for the Year of the Rooster.
Gong Si Fa Tzai (good luck and fortune)
I don't see anyone else at TWHL who can speak an Asian language.
Be careful. The photos can be spoiler for HL2 if you haven't finished the game.
Snapshots from the other world...
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/satchmostrong/album?.dir=/8729&.src=ph&.tok=phSllfCBtAiG0t0B
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/satchmostrong/album?.dir=/8729&.src=ph&.tok=phSllfCBtAiG0t0B
TWHL was invaluable to get me started on mapping, and the Pit made me a better mapper.
I do enjoy the maturity of the Pit. Being over thirty myself, I tend to think slower and have greater attention span. Or perhaps it's because Orph is a member and he makes me feel young.
I do enjoy the maturity of the Pit. Being over thirty myself, I tend to think slower and have greater attention span. Or perhaps it's because Orph is a member and he makes me feel young.
Personally, I believe the whole HL and HL2 experience is a virtual reality simulation for Gordon Freeman, who is a physicist but training to become an elite soldier.
GMan is a guide program inserted into the training program to guide Gordon's training. That's why the program can "break" and stop time. It's kinda like "The Matrix" and "Total Recall".
Every single character in both games are just simulated experience generated by a supercomputer. Through the whole time, Gordon is just strapped in his VR chair.
GMan is a guide program inserted into the training program to guide Gordon's training. That's why the program can "break" and stop time. It's kinda like "The Matrix" and "Total Recall".
Every single character in both games are just simulated experience generated by a supercomputer. Through the whole time, Gordon is just strapped in his VR chair.
1. Your hardware is adequate, but Hammer won't run very fast.
2. Select prop_jeep from the entity list. Choose the buggy model from the entity property. It needs to be placed in a single player map. Multiplayer maps don't support the buggy without having some relatively annoying issues.
2. Select prop_jeep from the entity list. Choose the buggy model from the entity property. It needs to be placed in a single player map. Multiplayer maps don't support the buggy without having some relatively annoying issues.
I've experienced similar problem too on my custom maps. I think I've figured out the pattern.
If I load up the map from the console and save the game, and I reload the game later, I almost always get the AI_Disabled message. But if I load up the map from the console each time (instead of loading them from a previously saved game), I almost never get this message. Occasionally, I'll get this problem over and over, but it'll resolve when I restart HL2.
I figure it's a path bug from Valve. I hope they're going to fix it soon. Because sometimes even after I enabled the AI, the info_node information still seem to be missing (because the Combines don't seem to know where to go).
If I load up the map from the console and save the game, and I reload the game later, I almost always get the AI_Disabled message. But if I load up the map from the console each time (instead of loading them from a previously saved game), I almost never get this message. Occasionally, I'll get this problem over and over, but it'll resolve when I restart HL2.
I figure it's a path bug from Valve. I hope they're going to fix it soon. Because sometimes even after I enabled the AI, the info_node information still seem to be missing (because the Combines don't seem to know where to go).
You gotta post your map, because from your description, I doubt anyone can figure out what's going on.
It's a common bug with the pirated version of HL2. Is your copy legal?
I guess it's a stupid question, because you aren't going to admit to having a pirated copy anyways.
I guess it's a stupid question, because you aren't going to admit to having a pirated copy anyways.
I thought it's point_lightspot, but I could be wrong.
Update your graphics card drvier. I had a similar problem, and updating the driver resolved the issue. I have a ATI Radeon 9200 (I know, very old school).
Come on, you just add a new entity to the map. But I suspect that you don't even know how to do that?
Select the entity tool, and choose the prop_jeep from the drop-down list. You're all set.
Select the entity tool, and choose the prop_jeep from the drop-down list. You're all set.
The question is vague. What does it mean for the brushes looking like crap? Are they just very rectangular and uninteresting (because you didn't spend a lot of time putting in the details)? Do they lack good texturing?
Inherently, there is no difference in making a brush for Hammer 4 compared to the previous versions. The process is identical. There are some new tricks you can do to make them better looking, like including a env_cubemap. There are also a few more tools for making basic geometry (the torus and sphere tools, for example).
Have you mapped for HL1 before? If you're experienced with that, you shouldn't have any trouble making the transition.
Inherently, there is no difference in making a brush for Hammer 4 compared to the previous versions. The process is identical. There are some new tricks you can do to make them better looking, like including a env_cubemap. There are also a few more tools for making basic geometry (the torus and sphere tools, for example).
Have you mapped for HL1 before? If you're experienced with that, you shouldn't have any trouble making the transition.
It's incurred by the flood of new mappers who signed on because of the recent release of HL2.
I agree it's not a good idea to flame n00bs, but not all newbies behave inappropriately. Most of them clue in immediately and learn the proper etiquette of forum posting and uploading maps to the vault. It's those few that just seem unable to learn form their mistakes.
I agree it's not a good idea to flame n00bs, but not all newbies behave inappropriately. Most of them clue in immediately and learn the proper etiquette of forum posting and uploading maps to the vault. It's those few that just seem unable to learn form their mistakes.
Your question is too vague, so it's impossible to answer.
Have you read the tutorial first? If so, and you're still stuck, upload your map to the "problem maps" vault and we'll take a look at it.
Have you read the tutorial first? If so, and you're still stuck, upload your map to the "problem maps" vault and we'll take a look at it.
Does texture lighting work the same way as before, via lights.rad?
Read the tutorial, and then I'll bother answering your questions. You're spamming the forum (I hope you know what that means).
Worst of all, you're posting in the wrong section of the forum.
If it's someone else answering, you'd probably be flamed like hell already.
Worst of all, you're posting in the wrong section of the forum.
If it's someone else answering, you'd probably be flamed like hell already.
You clearly have a leak in your map. And from the compilation report, you've already made a pretty big map.
I highly discourage making a big map until you've got a small box map working. Start simple, and gradually build bigger and more complex maps once you've got more experience.
Once again, read the tutorial first.
I highly discourage making a big map until you've got a small box map working. Start simple, and gradually build bigger and more complex maps once you've got more experience.
Once again, read the tutorial first.
Please read the tutorial first before asking questions. Carefully study this tutorial: http://cariad.co.za/twhl/tutorial.php?id=35
This is an excerpt from the tutorial:
Although this program doesn't have to be run to make your map work, and you may not even notice a difference when you do run it, it is crucial for final compiles. VIS calculates which polygons are visible from every point in the map, so that only polygons visible to the player are drawn at each point. If not run, every polygon will be visible from every point in the map, which can cause major performance loss in big maps, or on slow PCs.
But you still have to read through the whole thing to have it make sense.
This rule always apply: read the tutorial first before posting questions on the forum. I'll let it slide this time, but another member might not be so nice to you.
This is an excerpt from the tutorial:
Although this program doesn't have to be run to make your map work, and you may not even notice a difference when you do run it, it is crucial for final compiles. VIS calculates which polygons are visible from every point in the map, so that only polygons visible to the player are drawn at each point. If not run, every polygon will be visible from every point in the map, which can cause major performance loss in big maps, or on slow PCs.
But you still have to read through the whole thing to have it make sense.
This rule always apply: read the tutorial first before posting questions on the forum. I'll let it slide this time, but another member might not be so nice to you.
Why is there even an age limit on the competition? Those bastardly lawyers! Some of the best mapping talents are under 18. If they leave mapping only to old geezers like me, the vaults would be full of crap intead of the beauties we have here.
If everything else fails, re-build the outer walls of your map. Sometimes for a simple map, it's easier than looking for leaks. 
$5,000? That's it? Those people at Valve are cheap bastards.
Look at how much time people are going to put into this map contest. The prize award should be something like $20,000 to $50,000.
They're just using fame (and not fortune) as bait.
Look at how much time people are going to put into this map contest. The prize award should be something like $20,000 to $50,000.
They're just using fame (and not fortune) as bait.
It's not rendered, so it saves some resources, but it does block VIS.
It's an useful texture to put behind a displacement, because displacement doesn't block VIS.
It's an useful texture to put behind a displacement, because displacement doesn't block VIS.
On the upper left corner of the 3D View, click on the word "camera". A drop-down list should appear, giving you a list of choices (show wireframe, texture, etc).
Yeah, but girlfriends are not always "in the mood".
In the past, I've had an issue with an elevator. I simply couldn't get it to work properly. So I just deleted the whole setup and started over from scratch. Of course, it then worked flawlessly.
Sometimes it's easier to re-create than to debug.
Sometimes it's easier to re-create than to debug.
Where are you going to visit, WCD? I'm in California (Long Beach).
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't believe that's the appropriate use of nodraw texture. It might turned out looking very bad.
Hey, G_KID, perhaps you should post a tutorial for using that button. But make sure you mention that it only comes in a hacked version of Hammer, which is available for purchase from you for $50.
Yeah, I bet RabidMonkey777 got the solution. I think chris82 probably has two sky_camera in his map, therefore the problem.
What if someone were to sign up as dozens of usernames and vote multiple times?
Anyways, I don't think we have to modify how the vault works. My original intention of the post was to prevent people from embarrasing themselves by posting un-original maps and then get flamed by a lynch mob. But I guess getting flammed and learn your mistakes that way isn't a bad idea afterall. Because, for some, that's what it takes for them to learn their lessons. Sometimes multiple maps need to be criticized before they realize that they need to spend a lot more time and planning on their maps before releasing them.
Hey, if being hit on the head with a slimy trout is what it takes for some to learn, so be it.
Anyways, I don't think we have to modify how the vault works. My original intention of the post was to prevent people from embarrasing themselves by posting un-original maps and then get flamed by a lynch mob. But I guess getting flammed and learn your mistakes that way isn't a bad idea afterall. Because, for some, that's what it takes for them to learn their lessons. Sometimes multiple maps need to be criticized before they realize that they need to spend a lot more time and planning on their maps before releasing them.
Hey, if being hit on the head with a slimy trout is what it takes for some to learn, so be it.
I am hoping I'll steer this thread into a psychiatric investigation on the identity of "Anonymous".
Let's all psychoanalyze his (or her) tone of voice and style of writing (and even the way he misspell words) to ascertain his true self. But again, he/she can mislead us by actually participating in the guessing game, thereby throwing all of us off.
Finally, I could be Anonymous afterall, thereby proving that I have one fucked up mind.
Let's all psychoanalyze his (or her) tone of voice and style of writing (and even the way he misspell words) to ascertain his true self. But again, he/she can mislead us by actually participating in the guessing game, thereby throwing all of us off.
Finally, I could be Anonymous afterall, thereby proving that I have one fucked up mind.
DSM IV: http://www.appi.org/book.cfm?id=8897
And I have a feeling that the Anonymous is either Seventh or Rabid. I could be wrong, but those are my best guesses.
And I have a feeling that the Anonymous is either Seventh or Rabid. I could be wrong, but those are my best guesses.
I think a lot of problems and "bugs" will clear up once the official SDk comes out. People seem to be experiencing all sorts of problems currently while making maps for HL2.
And unfortunately, because it's so new, very few have the answer to these questions.
I would imagine it's best to focus on building the basic architecture and texturing for now before the SDK is available. Otherwise, so much time would be wasted on basic problem-solving instead of spending time on creativity.
And unfortunately, because it's so new, very few have the answer to these questions.
I would imagine it's best to focus on building the basic architecture and texturing for now before the SDK is available. Otherwise, so much time would be wasted on basic problem-solving instead of spending time on creativity.
And just to clear things up, I am not Anonymous. And since I'm not on Haldol (TM), I am not diagnosed with any schizophrenia either. In fact, according to the DSM IV-R, schizophrenia has nothing to do with multiple personality disorder. It's a widely believed misconception that these two mental illnesses are related somehow.
And Spartan 34, I don't blame you for misconstruing my initial post. I didn't express my idea clearly, and I can understand how I can be seen as "anti-noob". But, as you know, I am a noob myself.
And Spartan 34, I don't blame you for misconstruing my initial post. I didn't express my idea clearly, and I can understand how I can be seen as "anti-noob". But, as you know, I am a noob myself.