Changing HUD color:
http://collective.valve-erc.com/index.php?doc=1057178411-14238000
For compiling tips, try:
http://www.planetquake.com/qdevels/vccompile.html
Forum posts
Hey, I don't use it.
Yeah: don't use Steam.
That's not really a foolproof way. I remember entering my HL CD key twice and I never got a response. I've also read something where one guy bought a copy of HL2 (I think) and tried to register with steam but it said that the key was already registered. So you might want to watch out for keygen users.
how is system restore a waste of hd space?For me, anyway, three or four system restores takes up 2 GB on my HD.
Or you could always use Dev-C++.
I wish I could download some of the mods on PlanetPhillip but it keeps saying I'm forbidden, even when I have an account.
EDIT: Nevermind, they fixed it.
Back on Topic, I wonder if they'll ever resurrect Dark Truths. That mod looked interesting.
EDIT: Nevermind, they fixed it.
Back on Topic, I wonder if they'll ever resurrect Dark Truths. That mod looked interesting.
Pff, System Restore is a waste of time. Just try 3.5b againDon't forget a waste of HD space.
I've just heard a lot of horror stories about evil bugs and stuff with H3.5 that I just stick with H3.4 for the time being. And no, I don't know about any updated FGDs.
Looks like a very peaceful locale. Nice job.
As far as I know, H3.5 is still in a beta, and until it's a full version, I recommend sticking with 3.4.
Does the Mona Lisa have a beard?
On second thought, I want my hero with tomato, lettuce, and bacon. rimshot
I'd choose Theodore Roosevelt, because he's the master of stealthy maneuvers and carries a giant club with him everywhere he goes.
Huh, I never thought about compiling in full vis (I think Mappy 1 was compiled with fast/normal vis.) I'll try that next time and see what happens.
I personally feel that adding scenery to said location just wouldn't really look right; the entrance point is more like a airplane loading walkway than anything else. I might have to make a different entrance point, like a tram ride or something.
Bush:
"Is this turkey one of ours? Because he's real good at finding Weapons of Mass Destruction."
"Is this turkey one of ours? Because he's real good at finding Weapons of Mass Destruction."
Yeah. My map sucks anyway. I think I'll just scrap it and make a new one.
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i dont have a full vis option, i only see:
Run Vis---
| ( ) No |
| (0) Normal|
| ( ) Fast |
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Oh. I thought there was a "Full" option in there. My bad.
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i dont have a full vis option, i only see:
Run Vis---
| ( ) No |
| (0) Normal|
| ( ) Fast |
[/quote]
Oh. I thought there was a "Full" option in there. My bad.
When you press F9, you get a box full of compiling options. Under the VIS section, select the "Full vis" option.
Okay. Thanks.
The other day I was editing one of my maps, and after I compiled it to test it, I noticed this: http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e155/LordBoxtop/misc/wtfskybox.png
I never noticed this before while making my map, and it didn't come up until I resized one of my rooms. I know this isn't supposed to happen. Maybe I'm compiling it with the Spirit of Half-Life setting or something. Anyway, can someone help me fix this?
And just to prove that I didn't encompass my map in a skybox or anything, here's the offending section in the editor: http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e155/LordBoxtop/misc/skybox.png
Thanks!
I never noticed this before while making my map, and it didn't come up until I resized one of my rooms. I know this isn't supposed to happen. Maybe I'm compiling it with the Spirit of Half-Life setting or something. Anyway, can someone help me fix this?
And just to prove that I didn't encompass my map in a skybox or anything, here's the offending section in the editor: http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e155/LordBoxtop/misc/skybox.png
Thanks!
I'm just taking a personal census here, but how many of you guys still play scikill maps (maps where you slaughter scientists)? Or are they old hat (aka "lame") as of now? Just wanted to know.
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If you want to check out my very first map, go here: http://www.twhl.co.za/mapvault_map.php?id=3486
It's not Mappy, but the tut1.rmf included with the map, the one I made while following the ITB tutorials. Good times...hopefully I can make something better.
It's not Mappy, but the tut1.rmf included with the map, the one I made while following the ITB tutorials. Good times...hopefully I can make something better.
A lot of programmers tell me that C++ is essential if you're going into the biz. And you can always talk to the people at GameDev.net if you have any questions. I'm starting to learn some C myself.
Yeesh. It's only a matter of time before someone makes a map called "de_eatmydust."
Well, I do know there are some sites that offer domains/hosting packages for at least $3 a month.
Word of advice: If you're going to be an independant developer, try to put some money away for buying your own domain. You'll seem more professional that way. At least that's the way I see it.
Well, the wall textures, for one. The white's kinda hard on the eyes.
Full Name (I'm paranoid, so here's my initials): TDH
Age: 18
Hometown : Yorba Linda
Born in: Santa Ana
Self Classification: Mentally retarded computer geek.
Education: High School Diploma, so far (yeah, I suck).
Favorite Films: None, really.
Favorite Meal: Hamburger and fries.
Favorite Actor: Jim Carrey
Favorite Actress: None
Favorite Game to Date: Tie between Half-Life and UT2004
Game your looking forward to: Unreal Tournament 2007
Favorite Bands: None, really. Eiffel 65 disbanded a long time ago.
Favorite Drink (hot and/or cold): Sprite
Favorite Alcohol: I don't drink. Beer tastes like piss.
Hobbies: Computers, computers, and more computers. I have no life.
Girlfriend/Boyfriend Yes/No?: No, and probably never will, thank you.
Past Girlfriends/Boyfriends: None.
Things that make you smile: Nothing, really. Smiling is what children do when they want something from you.
Things that make you really laugh out loud: Comedians, fart jokes and utterly random humor, people getting owned (kicked in the nuts, etc.)
Things that annoy you: Stupid people (Fundamentalists, Animal rights activists), crappy video quality on my games, Half-Life crashing on me.
Things that well and truely piss you off: Stupid people (especially on the Internet), politicians, racists, and every other sleezy shitbag this world has to offer.
Photo: Yeah right.
Age: 18
Hometown : Yorba Linda
Born in: Santa Ana
Self Classification: Mentally retarded computer geek.
Education: High School Diploma, so far (yeah, I suck).
Favorite Films: None, really.
Favorite Meal: Hamburger and fries.
Favorite Actor: Jim Carrey
Favorite Actress: None
Favorite Game to Date: Tie between Half-Life and UT2004
Game your looking forward to: Unreal Tournament 2007
Favorite Bands: None, really. Eiffel 65 disbanded a long time ago.
Favorite Drink (hot and/or cold): Sprite
Favorite Alcohol: I don't drink. Beer tastes like piss.
Hobbies: Computers, computers, and more computers. I have no life.
Girlfriend/Boyfriend Yes/No?: No, and probably never will, thank you.
Past Girlfriends/Boyfriends: None.
Things that make you smile: Nothing, really. Smiling is what children do when they want something from you.
Things that make you really laugh out loud: Comedians, fart jokes and utterly random humor, people getting owned (kicked in the nuts, etc.)
Things that annoy you: Stupid people (Fundamentalists, Animal rights activists), crappy video quality on my games, Half-Life crashing on me.
Things that well and truely piss you off: Stupid people (especially on the Internet), politicians, racists, and every other sleezy shitbag this world has to offer.
Photo: Yeah right.
Plus they don't really give a straight answer when you ask for scientific proof that God exists. "Faith" means nothing to me,
Um, like this?
I am not religious, and I live in America.
I am not religious, and I live in America.
Would you mind telling us WHICH maps you're talking about?
I watched that twice and now I got the stupid song stuck in my head!
"Do you want a banana? Peel it down and go mm-mm-mm-mm-mm. Do you want a banana? 'Cuz this banana's for you."
"Do you want a banana? Peel it down and go mm-mm-mm-mm-mm. Do you want a banana? 'Cuz this banana's for you."
I'm giving out $15 Giftcards. 
Well, to my Aunt and Uncles, anyway.
Well, to my Aunt and Uncles, anyway.
I've tried it and I personally think it sucks. I'd rather map for a real game.
Kind of boring, but here's my band so far (started a couple minutes ago): http://www.therockstargame.com/info_user.asp?User=10733
EDIT: Hey David, did you just add random people to your band?
EDIT: Hey David, did you just add random people to your band?
Well, all of these 'shock-flashes' are pretty old.They're actually called Sabotages, or Screamers. Here's a Wikipedia article on them.
As much as I don't like these, it's funny to watch someone else's reaction to it.
You can use mine, if you want, but if you need to save some space or something, you can also take me out.
is all I have to say about that.Yeah, thanks. The second version isn't going to have as many gizmos as the first, but I'll see what I can do. I recently retextured the reception area and attempted to add some more architecture.
Some people say Imageshack is too slow and I should use Photobucket, but I frankly haven't had a problem with IS yet.
Some people say Imageshack is too slow and I should use Photobucket, but I frankly haven't had a problem with IS yet.
I'm kind of hesitant to post about this, considering this map "ix a nub map lol."
Anyway, slowly but surely, I've been working on the second version of Mappy (anyone who's played it knows that it = badness), my main concern being arcitecture. This is all I have right now (I get bored easily and put projects off for long periods of time), but I need some friendly advice on what you think. It's not up, but here's some screenshots:
http://img235.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mappy300010li.png
http://img211.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mappy300026te.png
The first screen is the beginning of the map, and I'm thinking of adding some chopper sounds to make it seem like you just got off one. In the second screen shot, I realize that the blue reception desk is fugly, but the texture I have now seemed to fit the theme. The sign in the back says "Purple Mesa Research Facility."
I'm also planning on adding a work area (with a lot of humor in the form of book titles and notes), and a cafeteria.
Feel free to delete this post.
Anyway, slowly but surely, I've been working on the second version of Mappy (anyone who's played it knows that it = badness), my main concern being arcitecture. This is all I have right now (I get bored easily and put projects off for long periods of time), but I need some friendly advice on what you think. It's not up, but here's some screenshots:
http://img235.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mappy300010li.png
http://img211.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mappy300026te.png
The first screen is the beginning of the map, and I'm thinking of adding some chopper sounds to make it seem like you just got off one. In the second screen shot, I realize that the blue reception desk is fugly, but the texture I have now seemed to fit the theme. The sign in the back says "Purple Mesa Research Facility."
I'm also planning on adding a work area (with a lot of humor in the form of book titles and notes), and a cafeteria.
Feel free to delete this post.
Why not a scientist-type moster, for like civilians or something. Or, for example, you could make a friendly (yet cowardly) alien.
Well, I personally thought, since the BBs were plastic instead of metal, they wouldn't have a higher velocity and they wouldn't go through the paper. Bah. I'm not very bright when it comes to science.
One more question: I was thinking of maybe buying an airsoft (more than likely a pistol) and possibly shoot targets with it, since I'll be comforted knowing that if I miss and hit someone, I won't kill them. Can the plastic bbs go through paper targets? I know it's a dumb question, but I just want to know.
I have two questions: Do you have to have a permit to own an airsoft gun? And what's the little orange tip on the gun for? Does it prevent the gun from firing?
@Crystalman: I think it's obvious airsoft guns hurt if you're not wearing the right protection.
@Crystalman: I think it's obvious airsoft guns hurt if you're not wearing the right protection.
Well thanks for the info, but I don't think I'll be buying an airsoft gun. My aim sucks so bad I can't hit a clay pigeon nailed to a tree 10 feet away from me.
This may be an idiotic question, but are there guns that shoot foam BBs or something to that nature?
Well, now that I think of it...foam or any equal material would be difficult, if not impossible, to fire out of a gun effectively.
Well, now that I think of it...foam or any equal material would be difficult, if not impossible, to fire out of a gun effectively.
For those of you who own airsoft guns/BB guns, or know a lot about them, if you shot someone in the leg with a BB, it would hurt them, right? Also, could you actually kill someone with a BB gun? Because I saw these cool-looking airsoft guns, and I'm afraid to even consider buying one because of the hazards they might cause.