TWHL Tower 2
Created 4 years ago2019-10-31 13:51:27 UTC by
Strider
Created 4 years ago2019-10-31 13:51:27 UTC by
Strider
Posted 4 years ago2019-11-24 19:18:56 UTC
Post #343399
Uhmmm...I want to participate. But I can't get the archive to open. I have WinRAR and the archive is in .rar format. It says that it is either unknown format (which it is) or it is damaged. It might be damaged, because it is known format, which leaves me of only with the "damaged" option.
Posted 4 years ago2019-11-24 20:22:32 UTC
Post #343400
Check the FAQ in the blue box, there are alternate downloads.
Posted 4 years ago2019-11-25 21:49:54 UTC
Post #343401
Alright
I'm in
I'm in
Posted 3 years ago2019-12-14 07:40:40 UTC
Post #343462
Where do I submit the status report?
Posted 3 years ago2019-12-16 15:59:02 UTC
Post #343466
at the labtop
Posted 3 years ago2019-12-16 18:04:51 UTC
Post #343467
Thank you kindly ma'am, I will submit my status report in.... DATA EXPUNGED Days.
Posted 3 years ago2019-12-18 10:01:40 UTC
Post #343478
I probably wont participate but I hope a reference to my status reporting level ends up on there somewhere 
Posted 3 years ago2019-12-18 14:32:17 UTC
Post #343482
I probably wont participate but I hope a reference to my status reporting level ends up on there somewhereBecause literally everywhere else relating to Half-Life these days isn't enough for you?
Posted 3 years ago2019-12-20 10:22:55 UTC
Post #343494
Because literally everywhere else relating to Half-Life these days isn't enough for you?Heck even I was surprised how much of a meme it became!
Posted 3 years ago2019-12-20 14:21:38 UTC
Post #343495
it was honestly brilliant and imo the best part of the tower.
Posted 3 years ago2019-12-22 23:45:00 UTC
Post #343503
Posted 3 years ago2019-12-23 15:12:29 UTC
Post #343505
lmao
Posted 3 years ago2019-12-26 04:57:59 UTC
Post #343506
1. create a rough 'office' map you don't end up polishing because you're distracted over some life events at the time
2. slap down a heap of 'trigger_multiples' on some 'scripted sentences'
3. send 'finished' map to urby and have him fix the door trigger that you couldn't figure out
Behold, a meme is born.
Funnily enough, there was a floating scientist gimmick behind the window in the map that I don't think people actually noticed when they entered the room.
2. slap down a heap of 'trigger_multiples' on some 'scripted sentences'
3. send 'finished' map to urby and have him fix the door trigger that you couldn't figure out
Behold, a meme is born.
Funnily enough, there was a floating scientist gimmick behind the window in the map that I don't think people actually noticed when they entered the room.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-07 14:14:28 UTC
Post #343567
I saw the floating scientist... My brain kinda just ignored it due to being bombarded with requests for status reports.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-08 00:01:53 UTC
Post #343569
So, who wants an extension? I'm thinking at least an extra month for people to catch up and take some of the pressure off?
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-08 02:59:02 UTC
Post #343570
An extension would be nice, I might not use all of it but I know a lot of people would.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-08 09:07:42 UTC
Post #343571
I have built a version optimized for twhl models.
Would be nice if you could test them with.
https://github.com/Hammermaps-DEV/Spirit-of-Half-Life-1.8--VC2010/tree/twhltower2-models-fixes?files=1
Dlls:
https://github.com/Hammermaps-DEV/Spirit-of-Half-Life-1.8--VC2010/tree/twhltower2-models-fixes/__DLLS__/Debug
Would be nice if you could test them with.
https://github.com/Hammermaps-DEV/Spirit-of-Half-Life-1.8--VC2010/tree/twhltower2-models-fixes?files=1
Dlls:
https://github.com/Hammermaps-DEV/Spirit-of-Half-Life-1.8--VC2010/tree/twhltower2-models-fixes/__DLLS__/Debug
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-08 13:09:44 UTC
Post #343572
What do you mean by a version optimised for TWHL models?
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-08 13:43:19 UTC
Post #343573
I would enjoy the month extension very much. I was on the verge of throwing in the towel, but now that I've had a new idea I'm determined to get it done.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-08 21:24:48 UTC
Post #343575
@hammermaps, why do you not use latest version of Spirit of Half-Life 1.9 CT? Sorry I beg you... PS: Did you fix env_fog in SoHL 1.8?
lol
NO FOG because I am already using OpenGL on Proton and Linux.
lol
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-09 02:56:37 UTC
Post #343576
I would LOVE a month extension. I got too ambitious with my level.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-09 15:27:06 UTC
Post #343577
It would be beneficial to have an additional month to work with.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-10 15:52:32 UTC
Post #343585
I have followed the guidelines of Strider, I will look at the problem with the fog.
[Updated Version on Github] - 11.01.2020
[Add BaseMod] - 12.01.2020
(Base-Mod)
[Updated Version on Github] - 11.01.2020
[Add BaseMod] - 12.01.2020
(Base-Mod)
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-12 13:59:24 UTC
Post #343605
Reminder to hammermaps and SourceSkyBoxer that there is likely gonna be no code change and TWHL Tower 2 is gonna stick to vanilla SoHL 1.8. It's way too late to change the "base" anyways.
I would like the deadline extension as well.
I would like the deadline extension as well.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-13 18:07:52 UTC
Post #343610
Cool now I have to wait longer
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-14 14:12:19 UTC
Post #343611
This is what happens when you work too darn quickly. 
Seriously though, I envy the people who can pour so much time into maps/mods nowadays. The Core would certainly be out by now if I hadn't got a job and a family and all that crap.
Between work and kids, I need that extension if I even hope to commit something to this project.
Seriously though, I envy the people who can pour so much time into maps/mods nowadays. The Core would certainly be out by now if I hadn't got a job and a family and all that crap.
Between work and kids, I need that extension if I even hope to commit something to this project.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-14 17:58:18 UTC
Post #343612
now I'm just hitting mappers block on my own project 
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-15 05:28:33 UTC
Post #343618
Are we supposed to put a blank level change for the next map?
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-15 07:55:29 UTC
Post #343619
No, Strider will add the level changes when he does the final compiles of each map.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-15 08:41:56 UTC
Post #343620
Okay, I'm guessing the same thing also applies to weaponstrip?
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-15 10:30:55 UTC
Post #343621
Yep.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-15 10:44:51 UTC
Post #343622
Yep, I'll take care of everything at the weapon stripper, and the map change will happen right after passing through it. I'll also take care of the map name on the plaque at the start of the floor (let me know what you want it called when you send me the final map).
I guess I should also make this official even though I halfheartedly announced it in Discord. The deadline's extended until the 29th of February. I hope everyone can make the most of that!
I guess I should also make this official even though I halfheartedly announced it in Discord. The deadline's extended until the 29th of February. I hope everyone can make the most of that!
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-15 22:43:50 UTC
Post #343623
I'd recommend making an edit in the OP tor reflect that change, it still says end of January.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-15 23:43:13 UTC
Post #343624
D'oh. Done.
Posted 3 years ago2020-01-20 19:48:10 UTC
Post #343658
I can't wait to see the fruit of our labor!
Posted 3 years ago2020-02-21 14:15:11 UTC
Post #343762
Final stretch, people! A little over one week to go. Excited to see what you guys have come up with.
Posted 3 years ago2020-02-21 18:36:33 UTC
Post #343763
Well crap.
My room is pretty much empty still, I might not make it this time.
I've started working on my entry way too late and what I wanted to make turned out way too complicated for Goldsource, even for Spirit. Also my lack of knowledge about Spirit specific features didn't help either. My motivation to continue working on it and to simplify my idea I had in mind has dropped to near zero.
My room is pretty much empty still, I might not make it this time.
I've started working on my entry way too late and what I wanted to make turned out way too complicated for Goldsource, even for Spirit. Also my lack of knowledge about Spirit specific features didn't help either. My motivation to continue working on it and to simplify my idea I had in mind has dropped to near zero.
Posted 3 years ago2020-02-26 02:05:58 UTC
Post #343797
i got something i meant to use for descent ready for this, but i'm trying something nonstandard in hl mapping, so I hope it doesnt break on other ppl's computers.
I can also test the mod on won if u need me too. There was a won only error in TWHL tower 1 and at the time I noticed fair number of ppl had run into that problem.
I can also test the mod on won if u need me too. There was a won only error in TWHL tower 1 and at the time I noticed fair number of ppl had run into that problem.
Posted 3 years ago2020-02-29 04:03:19 UTC
Post #343817
Well, I guess that's it, the deadline's here. Don't worry too much, as long as you can get your entries in to me in the next few days, I'm not fussy. I've got a lot of work to do in the meantime...
Here's the plan for what's next:
First I've got to work out a map order. There are a tonne of entries this time (seriously, wow), and it looks like about two-thirds of them are combat/action maps, and the other third are puzzle/experimental. I want to try and keep a nice steady pace between the shooty floors and all the thinky floors.
It's a long weekend here and I'm going to try and use the time to get all the global stuff for the CDs done. Why did I do this to myself? I'll try and lay all the groundwork for the level changes and the HEV gate between floors. There's also little bit of cleanup required on some of the entries, and somewhere in all this I've got to get my 3 maps finalised too, though they're pretty close to complete. Then it's testing, testing, testing. Oh boy there's lot.
Here's the plan for what's next:
First I've got to work out a map order. There are a tonne of entries this time (seriously, wow), and it looks like about two-thirds of them are combat/action maps, and the other third are puzzle/experimental. I want to try and keep a nice steady pace between the shooty floors and all the thinky floors.
It's a long weekend here and I'm going to try and use the time to get all the global stuff for the CDs done. Why did I do this to myself? I'll try and lay all the groundwork for the level changes and the HEV gate between floors. There's also little bit of cleanup required on some of the entries, and somewhere in all this I've got to get my 3 maps finalised too, though they're pretty close to complete. Then it's testing, testing, testing. Oh boy there's lot.
Posted 3 years ago2020-02-29 14:24:54 UTC
Post #343824
Good work, everyone. Really looking forward to playing through this one.
Strider, good luck.
Strider, good luck.
Posted 3 years ago2020-03-05 16:11:49 UTC
Post #343853
Time for you to start sewing I guess
Posted 3 years ago2020-09-03 03:32:12 UTC
Post #344689
You all started beta testing? Can i help? I will try to play it in WON to see if anything comes up.
Posted 3 years ago2020-09-03 08:04:33 UTC
Post #344692
Sure, I'll PM you the details. I don't think we plan on fixing any WON issues though, unless they're easy.
Posted 3 years ago2020-11-09 13:55:49 UTC
Post #344837
https://www.moddb.com/mods/twhl-tower-2/news/twhl-tower-2-release-imminent
An update from Don AKA Unq. It might have taken a year (I thought I'd get this done quickly... ha), but it's very close now!
If you haven't been following on Discord, Unq and Pengiunboy kindly took over this when my life got a bit crap. In their and the Tower 2 team's hands, and with feedback from our playtesters, this grew into something so much cooler than I would've ever imagined. 25 floors from 18 mappers! You all rock.
An update from Don AKA Unq. It might have taken a year (I thought I'd get this done quickly... ha), but it's very close now!
If you haven't been following on Discord, Unq and Pengiunboy kindly took over this when my life got a bit crap. In their and the Tower 2 team's hands, and with feedback from our playtesters, this grew into something so much cooler than I would've ever imagined. 25 floors from 18 mappers! You all rock.
Posted 3 years ago2020-11-09 16:01:59 UTC
Post #344838
I genuinely did not believe it when I read this had been going for a year, but now coming back to this thread and seeing the first post... Wow.
Posted 3 years ago2020-11-09 23:02:24 UTC
Post #344841
Huh, is it that long ago already? I did start work on a floor, but abandoned it when it became clear that I couldn't finish it before the deadline... Anyway, looking forward to finally play this thing. Screenshots are looking very good. 
Posted 3 years ago2020-11-11 14:37:33 UTC
Post #344849
It's out! You can grab it from our vault, or from RTSL.
I can't thank Unq enough for what he did with this, he went above and beyond in finishing this up, and just wait and see what tricks he has in store for you. Thanks also to Penguinboy, Shepard62FR, Solokiller, all our mappers, our testers and, of course, UrbaNebula for all that he contributed, and the original concept. I hope you all enjoy it!
Posted 3 years ago2020-11-12 21:32:27 UTC
Post #344851
That was an amazing mod, I gotta say. I somewhat regret not digging out Hammer or J.A.C.K to contribute to this but I would have been severely outclassed!
I'm still stuck trying to figure out Ogdred implemented that keypad in the Von Braun floor. Noclipping let me find the visuals but I can't place how the actual logic for it would work in stock SOHL and something like that would have been amazing back when I actively made HL maps.
I'm still stuck trying to figure out Ogdred implemented that keypad in the Von Braun floor. Noclipping let me find the visuals but I can't place how the actual logic for it would work in stock SOHL and something like that would have been amazing back when I actively made HL maps.
Posted 2 years ago2021-02-17 11:03:34 UTC
Post #345351
^An invisible tank, the cursor is actually it's barrel. When you click on a key the turret shoots it, thus triggering the key.
As for the entity set-up, it's not all that complicated, more tedious than anything.
As for the entity set-up, it's not all that complicated, more tedious than anything.
Posted 2 years ago2021-02-18 21:14:13 UTC
Post #345354
That's a very ingenious solution indeed, Ogdred! Very nice.
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