You're not having my vote! Muahahah
I voted.
Forum posts
Payback at its finest.
There is something about Jeff's entry that I admire.
Thanks dude and congratulations to everyone.
Yeah, I'm having trouble updating the link so I put a link in the description of the map. You can also find it here:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/2yqrmuv1185ee71/brightocean_v2.zip
Yeah, I'm having trouble updating the link so I put a link in the description of the map. You can also find it here:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/2yqrmuv1185ee71/brightocean_v2.zip
Thanks you two.
@Tetsu0:
The lower in height you are the more seamless it becomes and vice versa; without HDR it's clearly visible but it just looks like a horizon.
@Tetsu0:
The lower in height you are the more seamless it becomes and vice versa; without HDR it's clearly visible but it just looks like a horizon.
Here's a picture of the updated version of my map. There are 6 solid changes and a few unnoticeable ones that I thought were necessary. I'll (re)upload to the vault when the competition gets judged. Still no actual gameplay though, I went for a purely visual approach.
I think it could still be improved but the effort involved isn't worth the outcome.
Gawd Urby, lay off the shrooms man...
I'm working on upgrading mine, it's just coming along slowly due to Uni.
@zeeba-G
Actually...
http://twhl.info/vault.php?map=5884
...now I look back at it, I could improve it so much. The tiling textures and rather smooth displacements didn't give my entry much credit. Pretty half-arsed, but I cut corners for the deadline. I'll stick with this as my entry even though I NOW have more or extra time, depending on how you look at it.
Actually...
http://twhl.info/vault.php?map=5884
It's useless, but it is called "preview" for a reason. I have never found a use for it and I don't think it even takes into account light bounce.
I have general Entomophobia; this includes parasites. I'm also uncomfortable around, however do not fear, anything smaller than a 5p coin (for US users that's about the size of a cent).
Re: My desktop.
^ You could always add a volume slider in the options menu.
But Urby, you could charge £7.99 for pictures of Archie's face re-skinned onto the back of the scientists coats.
I made it. Nah, just get rich from looting the invisible chest in Dawnstar, just to the left of the mining shaft.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_fIm2_by7E
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_fIm2_by7E
An Argonian that makes money from squeezing peoples nipples. Make a mod for it noaw.
Sense and this thread. Not related in the slightest.
Experiment - Trial and error.
You don't need to create an entire fully functioning Deathrun map to see if traps work. I literally have 100s of example maps full of myself testing lighting, small to large entity sequences, etc.
Just make a small box map and don't go mad as you will be compiling often. Create a contraption you think works and make small changes. Seriously, you'll learn a lot about mapping, even if the contraption is useless.
Sort of off-topic: I personally can't stand Deathrun as the maps contain trick traps, most of the time. Trapdoor on the floor? I think not! Spinning blade falls from the roof. Wonderful. I spend the next 5 minutes waiting for those who have played the map 100 times before, to win it. It might just be a/my bad experience.
You don't need to create an entire fully functioning Deathrun map to see if traps work. I literally have 100s of example maps full of myself testing lighting, small to large entity sequences, etc.
Just make a small box map and don't go mad as you will be compiling often. Create a contraption you think works and make small changes. Seriously, you'll learn a lot about mapping, even if the contraption is useless.
Sort of off-topic: I personally can't stand Deathrun as the maps contain trick traps, most of the time. Trapdoor on the floor? I think not! Spinning blade falls from the roof. Wonderful. I spend the next 5 minutes waiting for those who have played the map 100 times before, to win it. It might just be a/my bad experience.
I used the template but, I still managed to resize (maybe scale) the flag smaller. :/
The flag symbolising two tall trees with a negative diagonal line representing its infinite, never diminishing qualities.
Why was it uploaded by somebody else?Correct me if I'm wrong: to allow people to download it for his server?
That's what I said, Dimbark. For explaining what I said in 1 more image and more text, just so you could express your love for a recently brought game on Steam is a bit overboard, pal.
I would say we're all derailing but this site lacks enough recently released (or not released) content as it is.
I would say we're all derailing but this site lacks enough recently released (or not released) content as it is.
It's official guys, old games now are not fun! They must only be looked at and never touched. [/sarcasm]
I only use Source these days but IMO, Goldsource is still a valid engine when treated correctly. There are better engines in terms of graphics and functionality then Source - Why does anyone bother with Source? People still create games using RPGMaker and its variants, how dated are games like this:
Pokemon Black+White 2 came out in early 2012 which is 1 year after Crysis 2. Pokemon scored on average 9/10 by most of its reviewers and Crysis got of average 85/100.
I only use Source these days but IMO, Goldsource is still a valid engine when treated correctly. There are better engines in terms of graphics and functionality then Source - Why does anyone bother with Source? People still create games using RPGMaker and its variants, how dated are games like this:
I didn't realise you were American. On that note, try and mention that this is only open to US residents.
Turned Windows Aero effects off as it always seem to bring a message up during a game. "OH NO, YOU HAVE 299FPS, A SPARE 6GB MEMORY AND ~60% CPU USAGE SPARE. DISABLE FOR BETTER PERFORMANCE"?!
Yeah, there's no more textlights.Not true, they're not just not used as often.
The biggest differences are lighting, props and the input/output system in basic terms. There are many other changes but they're easy to figure out.
As already pointed out, it can be very prop based (as in prop_static, prop_physics and prop_dynamic included suffix _multiplayer and _override based props). You can see what each prop is 'allowed' to be by looking on info in the model viewer. The _override suffix for prop_dynamic and prop_physics can allow additional values for example, stopping a breakable crate from being broken on hit, etc. The _multiplayer suffix forces props to go server-side and changes the collision settings (goes non-solid and pushes other props and players away).
In terms of lighting you have the difference in that lighting can be HDR, and also set to default as Quadratic lighting. Quadratic lighting just has a lower brightness in its falloff as seen here:
https://developer.valvesoftware.com/wiki/Constant-Linear-Quadratic_Falloff.
However, this can be altered in hammer by changing Quadratic to "0" and Linear to "1" (on the light entity). It's also nicer to use light_spot in Source more than light because of the shadow quality being much sexier in Source. That said, the effect of using a very dim light and bright light_spot produces nice results.
The input/output system is all done through the entity itself removing multisources, etc. The output and input has its own tab along with spawnvalues and flags.
If anyone needs any additional help, PM me or add me to Steam. There are a ton of changes.
As already pointed out, it can be very prop based (as in prop_static, prop_physics and prop_dynamic included suffix _multiplayer and _override based props). You can see what each prop is 'allowed' to be by looking on info in the model viewer. The _override suffix for prop_dynamic and prop_physics can allow additional values for example, stopping a breakable crate from being broken on hit, etc. The _multiplayer suffix forces props to go server-side and changes the collision settings (goes non-solid and pushes other props and players away).
In terms of lighting you have the difference in that lighting can be HDR, and also set to default as Quadratic lighting. Quadratic lighting just has a lower brightness in its falloff as seen here:
https://developer.valvesoftware.com/wiki/Constant-Linear-Quadratic_Falloff.
However, this can be altered in hammer by changing Quadratic to "0" and Linear to "1" (on the light entity). It's also nicer to use light_spot in Source more than light because of the shadow quality being much sexier in Source. That said, the effect of using a very dim light and bright light_spot produces nice results.
The input/output system is all done through the entity itself removing multisources, etc. The output and input has its own tab along with spawnvalues and flags.
If anyone needs any additional help, PM me or add me to Steam. There are a ton of changes.
I figured.
That said, having GoldWave (as every mapper should at least have) and creating a start_cue and end_cue is nothing compared to having more entities. Especially as I personally hit the entity limit a lot, even in Source as props are being included in it. Also, having audio cues in multiplayer is essential; equally as much on soundscapes.
That said, having GoldWave (as every mapper should at least have) and creating a start_cue and end_cue is nothing compared to having more entities. Especially as I personally hit the entity limit a lot, even in Source as props are being included in it. Also, having audio cues in multiplayer is essential; equally as much on soundscapes.
If you would like to loop the sound effect using an ambient_generic you must:Or, uncheck "Is NOT looped" in the flags tab.
List of unnecessary crap
-.-
Hence why it's called SPIRIT of Half-Life. It retains the retro feel but doesn't use a modern gaming engine however, consists of features used in a modern engine. SoHL wouldn't exist in a practical world, but people wanted the mix of the old style and modern functionality.
We agreed on it due to the 3D skybox that would be useful making it seem like you were in a skyscraper, not a floating box. Did anyone actually read the other thread?
Oh BTW, you can count me out now.
Hence why it's called SPIRIT of Half-Life. It retains the retro feel but doesn't use a modern gaming engine however, consists of features used in a modern engine. SoHL wouldn't exist in a practical world, but people wanted the mix of the old style and modern functionality.
We agreed on it due to the 3D skybox that would be useful making it seem like you were in a skyscraper, not a floating box. Did anyone actually read the other thread?
Oh BTW, you can count me out now.
Who changed it to SOHL?This is why we can't have nice things. People all agree and one goes "no, I don't like change". Back to the studio.
Vanilla HL peoples.
Aye Sir
So let me get this straight, Ghost129r is either prepubescent or on acid?
Doesn't SoHL allow 3D skyboxes? That would be cool for a skyscraper map.
A CS map like this would have serious gameplay flaws.
Yeah no problem dude, it was just hard to read.
I think going by a limit for example, "make it within 4096x4096x256" is an easier way to keep boundaries set, as PB stated. By setting the bounds in stone it'll be easier to piece together.
We could even go for a more complicated shape such as, an L or a chunky [ shaped building.
I think going by a limit for example, "make it within 4096x4096x256" is an easier way to keep boundaries set, as PB stated. By setting the bounds in stone it'll be easier to piece together.
We could even go for a more complicated shape such as, an L or a chunky [ shaped building.
No, we really haven't spent too much time on the topic. The more figuring out what and how it will work, the better put together it will be. Besides, less things will go wrong and most importantly people will not lose motivation.
What do you mean build the whole thing first? Not detailing beforehand? Do you mean a skeleton? If so, explain how the skeleton can tie in with the changelevels? After the players enter add changelevels? Dude, where the hell is any sign of context in your post?
Not to be a major grammar nazi either because my grammar sucks as well but, I struggled reading your post.
What do you mean build the whole thing first? Not detailing beforehand? Do you mean a skeleton? If so, explain how the skeleton can tie in with the changelevels? After the players enter add changelevels? Dude, where the hell is any sign of context in your post?
Not to be a major grammar nazi either because my grammar sucks as well but, I struggled reading your post.
Lol, Hl2: EP2 and Source is my votes.Honestly, read that as League of Legends, Half-Life2:Episode2 and Source.
I prefer Source but, GoldSrc would make a nice change. I haven't mapped for HL1 in about two years now. :/
I would say it's done using ball-sockets.
Prop based: prop_physics held up by two phys_ballsocket's acting as hinges.
Brush based: func_physbox held up by two phys_ballsocket's acting as hinges.
I can't tell you any other details without opening Hammer myself. It might even be possible to do it with one phys_ballsocket.
Prop based: prop_physics held up by two phys_ballsocket's acting as hinges.
Brush based: func_physbox held up by two phys_ballsocket's acting as hinges.
I can't tell you any other details without opening Hammer myself. It might even be possible to do it with one phys_ballsocket.
I have also wondered this on Source too, so it would be interesting to know if Valve implemented any element of doing this.
Yeah, deadlines are deadlines. Hardly a fair unbiased competition if someone is allowed a huge amount of extension time. I do agree that a small 2 or 3 days extension is fair because of the unstable nature that is Hammer.
Good luck everyone.
Good luck everyone.
Ninja Portal 2 update today. No references to the update anywhere. Secret announcement of Portal 3 perhaps?http://store.steampowered.com/news/10205/
No.
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I just nearly posted the Source way of doing it. Time to start reading what section people post in.
Anyway, time for the Goldsource way:
You need to find C://...steamapps/<name>/half-life/resource/ClientScheme.res and open it with notepad. Then you can find a few sections like, for example:
And replace Verdana with whatever you want. TrueType font is recommended as I'm not sure with GoldSrc whether or not they need to be. Also not sure if GoldSrc needs to precache fonts.
I just nearly posted the Source way of doing it. Time to start reading what section people post in.
Anyway, time for the Goldsource way:
You need to find C://...steamapps/<name>/half-life/resource/ClientScheme.res and open it with notepad. Then you can find a few sections like, for example:
"MenuLarge"
{
"1"
{
"name" "Verdana"
"tall" "18"
"weight" "1000"
"antialias" "0"
}
}And replace Verdana with whatever you want. TrueType font is recommended as I'm not sure with GoldSrc whether or not they need to be. Also not sure if GoldSrc needs to precache fonts.
According to Zoner, the BEVEL texture is the same in almost every way to the NULL texture. However, if NULL starts providing a clipping error due to some circumstances that I'm not entirely aware of, BEVEL is used.
That said, shouldn't BEVEL be used all the time in place of NULL? I would say yes to higher, out-of-reach placed brushes. Then again no, because lower placed brushes would just appear illusionary and players would walk straight through.
It does make sense in a way, as a bevel is creating a new entire side of an object that is not perpendicular, so in Goldsrc clipping would be more complicated.
Source: http://zhlt.info/special-textures.html
@platoon, try this: http://filesmelt.com/dl/lessismore.jpg
That said, shouldn't BEVEL be used all the time in place of NULL? I would say yes to higher, out-of-reach placed brushes. Then again no, because lower placed brushes would just appear illusionary and players would walk straight through.
It does make sense in a way, as a bevel is creating a new entire side of an object that is not perpendicular, so in Goldsrc clipping would be more complicated.
Source: http://zhlt.info/special-textures.html
@platoon, try this: http://filesmelt.com/dl/lessismore.jpg
Metal Gear Solid 4's Crying Wolf battle. The sheer fear when she spots you and you hear a rail-gun being charged up in a thick blizzard. Or hear howling and barreling footsteps then a huge metallic wolf appears from nowhere. And, after relying on camouflage most of the game to hide from all the enemies including bosses, to find out that Crying Wolf hunts by scent just sinks your heart. This battle actually coincides with one of Strider's picks which is the MGS3 The End battle, as Crying Wolf shares traits with The End. I got the same freight from the rail-gun charging as when the scope switches to The End's, only to see yourself running around with crosshairs on you.
Another favourite of mine is the Command & Conquer Generals Zero Hour takes a breath Generals Challenge against Dr. Thrax. This pick is down to the hilarity of his comments, and the incredible difficulty if you pick the Chinese infantry general to fight him with. For those that don't know, Dr. Thrax the general for chemical warfare...against infantry...you get the picture.
Another favourite of mine is the Command & Conquer Generals Zero Hour takes a breath Generals Challenge against Dr. Thrax. This pick is down to the hilarity of his comments, and the incredible difficulty if you pick the Chinese infantry general to fight him with. For those that don't know, Dr. Thrax the general for chemical warfare...against infantry...you get the picture.
You try and make it. Just show us what you can do and we'll give you some pointers.
Looking good in terms of your priorities. CS is always about gameplay over graphics. Sadly I can't help you test it due to not having CSGO installed, atm.