My update:
Skybox and Lighting Test
Competition 16
Created 18 years ago2005-07-05 02:28:08 UTC by
Trapt
Created 18 years ago2005-07-05 02:28:08 UTC by
Trapt
Posted 18 years ago2005-07-26 06:26:14 UTC
Post #123626
Posted 18 years ago2005-07-26 07:01:27 UTC
Post #123633
Nice to see some progress.
I stress this though: You still have well over a month, so you have plenty of time to test things out, change things, and add details, etc.
Also, make sure you don't forget about the RPG trap rule. I'm interested to see some good ones.
I stress this though: You still have well over a month, so you have plenty of time to test things out, change things, and add details, etc.
Also, make sure you don't forget about the RPG trap rule. I'm interested to see some good ones.
Posted 18 years ago2005-07-28 05:32:25 UTC
Post #124056
Posted 18 years ago2005-07-28 08:17:22 UTC
Post #124089
Why a sad face?
Those big letters actually say "business", by the way, heh. Lazy VALVe.
Those big letters actually say "business", by the way, heh. Lazy VALVe.
Posted 18 years ago2005-07-28 10:19:54 UTC
Post #124119
Posted 18 years ago2005-07-28 10:32:15 UTC
Post #124120
Nice, you could host it on the TWHL server
But oh noes it doesn't exist
But oh noes it doesn't exist
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-03 15:33:44 UTC
Post #125740
This is for the year 2005? I was just randomly surfing and found it... I want to take part in it, hope I ahve the time... 
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-03 16:35:18 UTC
Post #125746
this compo closes on 10 Sep 2005
you have plenty of time
you have plenty of time
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-04 05:11:27 UTC
Post #125814
Yeah, you have stacks of time.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-06 14:51:14 UTC
Post #126356
I hope performance will not be the main aspect to be judged, since it seems this layout has problems regarding visibility (very hard to fix with hints)
It is a good layout for gameplay, dont get me wrong
but I want to know my map will not be discarded because the engine can see much more than it should.
It is a good layout for gameplay, dont get me wrong
but I want to know my map will not be discarded because the engine can see much more than it should.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-06 22:26:22 UTC
Post #126427
Performance won't be a main aspect, but remember that good performance is always better than poor performance. Know that your map will not be discarded just because of the performance, as it is a very minor aspect for what I am judging.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-13 12:50:51 UTC
Post #127460
Hiya guys I'm back from a 2 week surfing trip in newquay and after much consideration I'v decided that it wont be humanly possible for me to finish so as sorry as I am, I have to decided to drop out. Im going on a 2 week drama course in brighton tommorow and I wont be able to complete by the deadline. I will post my map in the vault for you guys to look at, edit, play and do whatever you people do with unfinished maps! So goodbye for another few weeks although I may be round via Internet cafes and such.
Link to be posted
Link to be posted
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-14 22:45:21 UTC
Post #127686
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-15 02:35:50 UTC
Post #127700
Alright. I'm hoping people are starting to finish up, or we won't be getting very many entrants. :<!
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-15 16:01:26 UTC
Post #127799
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-20 19:06:59 UTC
Post #128715
Proof that a map can "feel open" with this layout. Of course, areas outside the red shape are inaccesible.
http://www.geocities.com/kaspergclan/currentLayout.jpg
http://www.geocities.com/kaspergclan/currentLayout.jpg
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-24 18:08:42 UTC
Post #129539
ok, I finished... again. This time with rain! and some other fixes.
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screen 4
screen 5
I've tried to make it feel as open as possible so I removed a lot of the doors so there are just open corridors and I removed the turned on screen, not just for seventh but because dynamic lights somehow seem to light the opposite side of a world brush as well as the side facing the light. Which sucks.
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screen 3
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screen 5
I've tried to make it feel as open as possible so I removed a lot of the doors so there are just open corridors and I removed the turned on screen, not just for seventh but because dynamic lights somehow seem to light the opposite side of a world brush as well as the side facing the light. Which sucks.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-24 18:28:47 UTC
Post #129543
Nice! I still dont know how to make rain work in HL2. I thought it only worked in CS:S...
dynamic lights somehow seem to light the opposite side of a world brush as well as the side facing the light. Which sucks.Dynamic lights also reduce the performance of a map greatly
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-24 18:50:19 UTC
Post #129546
func_precipitation ;O
Don't use dynamic lights ;<
Don't use dynamic lights ;<
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-24 18:55:37 UTC
Post #129547
yeah func_precipitation. It takes a bit of trial and error to get right
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-24 22:16:28 UTC
Post #129563
Very nice. Deadline is approaching quickly, so it'll be nice to see a few entrants being sent in sometime soon.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-24 22:24:09 UTC
Post #129567
Well, my entry doesnt make a huge use of the Z axis. I think it interrupts gameflow instead of improving it in this particular layout... I might have to ask you about what I've done with the RPG in case I have to change it... 
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-24 23:22:08 UTC
Post #129571
PM me about the RPG, describe what you've done and include a screenshot if possible, to give me the best possible idea of whether it is an acceptable trap or not.
Everyone who is entering: don't forget about the RPG trap rule.
Everyone who is entering: don't forget about the RPG trap rule.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-25 00:28:26 UTC
Post #129572
Do respawning explosives count as a trap (as opposed to non respawning ones in your map?)
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-25 04:08:28 UTC
Post #129586
;o
My trap was an afterthought, I actually forgot about it until I'd finished. And I forgot to make them respawnable.
Respawning explosives are obviously a trap, but it's er.... not very original.
My trap was an afterthought, I actually forgot about it until I'd finished. And I forgot to make them respawnable.
Respawning explosives are obviously a trap, but it's er.... not very original.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-30 05:23:14 UTC
Post #130837
I think it's about time to start asking people to help test these maps.
Since this is a deathmatch competition, I'm gonna need some people to playtest the maps, and help me with my judging. I think Rabid is going to be hosting the server which we will be testing on, and I was wondering whether anyone would like to help out with the playtests. If you're interested, let me know either in this thread, by email, or in IRC. People participating in the competition can also playtest, just to see the maps from other entrants, and also to point out whatever you like, don't like, or if you've found a bug (hey, you'll be helping your own chances by pointing out bad things). Every little thing will help me with the judging more than you can imagine.
Also, if you have a speedy connection and would like to offer to host a server (so we don't have to rely on Rabid so much) it'd be very much appreciated.
Thanks.
Since this is a deathmatch competition, I'm gonna need some people to playtest the maps, and help me with my judging. I think Rabid is going to be hosting the server which we will be testing on, and I was wondering whether anyone would like to help out with the playtests. If you're interested, let me know either in this thread, by email, or in IRC. People participating in the competition can also playtest, just to see the maps from other entrants, and also to point out whatever you like, don't like, or if you've found a bug (hey, you'll be helping your own chances by pointing out bad things). Every little thing will help me with the judging more than you can imagine.
Also, if you have a speedy connection and would like to offer to host a server (so we don't have to rely on Rabid so much) it'd be very much appreciated.
Thanks.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-30 06:18:44 UTC
Post #130839
My entry will be done sometime in the next year or so (just got bspzip). I'm in for playtesting 
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-30 06:40:57 UTC
Post #130841
If I have time, I'd like to join the playtest. Any date planned already?
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-30 07:10:03 UTC
Post #130848
I was thinking of a weekend sometime during mid-late September.
Time zones are gonna be a trouble though.
Doodle, Captain P, you're both in unless I PM you later on and tell you otherwise, since we can't have TOO many people, the maps are only small.
Time zones are gonna be a trouble though.
Doodle, Captain P, you're both in unless I PM you later on and tell you otherwise, since we can't have TOO many people, the maps are only small.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-30 07:20:09 UTC
Post #130849
That's ok.
What do we judge on, bytheway? Just gameplay and looks? Or also creativity with the layout and such?
What do we judge on, bytheway? Just gameplay and looks? Or also creativity with the layout and such?
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-30 08:26:07 UTC
Post #130855
Just say whatever you think about the maps! Take a look at the rules, and see who has used them well: good use of Z axis, etc.
Though I'd say looks are fairly (probably the most) important and the gameplay would be fairly similar between all maps.
Though I'd say looks are fairly (probably the most) important and the gameplay would be fairly similar between all maps.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-30 08:28:38 UTC
Post #130857
I'll probably just toss DS up on my box and give someone the RCON from different timezones and let them admin it.
Posted 18 years ago2005-08-30 08:29:32 UTC
Post #130858
Ah, right. Thanks Rabid.
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-03 04:35:35 UTC
Post #131963
Not long 'til the deadline. Start sendin' them in, if possible. I might need to extend the deadline if I don't get any more soon.
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-04 10:43:59 UTC
Post #132334
If you need me call me via PM.
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-04 12:00:04 UTC
Post #132354
I only need to place spawn points, ammo and throwable stuff. But I have an important exam this week so it might have to wait until Friday or so.
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-05 02:38:09 UTC
Post #132421
Friday is fine.
Deadline still might be extended by a couple weeks, if needed.
Deadline still might be extended by a couple weeks, if needed.
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-09 02:28:12 UTC
Post #133369
One day left. Get 'em in people.
Chances are that the deadline will be extended by 2 weeks (possibly three) if I don't get enough entries.
Chances are that the deadline will be extended by 2 weeks (possibly three) if I don't get enough entries.
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-10 00:38:57 UTC
Post #133601
Extended by 2 weeks. New deadline is the 24th.
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-10 02:02:36 UTC
Post #133613
Poor Trapt :).
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-10 08:06:22 UTC
Post #133726
Not enough maps? I would enter but I just don't fully understand plus I don't feel comfortable with it e.g. I don't think there is enough freedom on what you can make but oh well, my loss as they say 
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-10 08:26:38 UTC
Post #133728
No, a couple people asked for a little extension because of little issues they needed to fix and such.
Should be 4-5 entries, at least.
Should be 4-5 entries, at least.
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-10 16:17:51 UTC
Post #133840
It's not too complex as it seems, habboi ;]
Essentially make your own version of the level without deviating from the floorplan. You must include an RPG trap and place your own weapons.
(Hate the RPG rule btw :p)
Essentially make your own version of the level without deviating from the floorplan. You must include an RPG trap and place your own weapons.
(Hate the RPG rule btw :p)
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-20 04:40:15 UTC
Post #135878
My map might not turn out as good as it could have been since I had to cut down on textures to make it a better size...might also be a pain to set up but at least it'll be entered :D. Originality ftw lolol.
skreens:
http://img368.imageshack.us/img368/7677/newcliffoo0gd.jpg
http://img272.imageshack.us/img272/3894/mountain5ta.jpg
http://img267.imageshack.us/img267/6286/bambewtew1lb.jpg
http://img399.imageshack.us/img399/9475/houseupdate1016rv.jpg
yeh if you don't know what the theme is form those...well...shame on you!
skreens:
http://img368.imageshack.us/img368/7677/newcliffoo0gd.jpg
http://img272.imageshack.us/img272/3894/mountain5ta.jpg
http://img267.imageshack.us/img267/6286/bambewtew1lb.jpg
http://img399.imageshack.us/img399/9475/houseupdate1016rv.jpg
yeh if you don't know what the theme is form those...well...shame on you!
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-20 05:34:02 UTC
Post #135886
Whoa, that looks nice!
Did you use custom textures and models?
Did you use custom textures and models?
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-20 07:38:06 UTC
Post #135892
Yeh
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-20 07:50:55 UTC
Post #135894
I now have 3 entries. I'm expecting 2 more.
Alex, just enquiring about this being Unofficial.... when you do code in the Source competitions, I'm quite hoping you'll be adding this one in the records for it. The winner deserves a trophy and stuff.
and I should be recognised for starting this
Alex, just enquiring about this being Unofficial.... when you do code in the Source competitions, I'm quite hoping you'll be adding this one in the records for it. The winner deserves a trophy and stuff.
and I should be recognised for starting this
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-20 11:34:07 UTC
Post #135935
And I should be recognised for not understanding this compo and then after sorta understanding it Habboi looks at doodle's pics and just gives up :
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-20 15:02:12 UTC
Post #135994
Trapt, I'm undecided on that count. That's the only issue. It's not a code thing or anythin', I can add competitions posthumously. On the grounds that people who didn't enter might have done if it was official from the start, and that it'd be a bit harsh on them to make it official at the end. Hmm... well, any complaints from any such members if this were officially recognised?
Maybe you can be a Source competition permanent judge, eh Trapt?
Maybe you can be a Source competition permanent judge, eh Trapt?
Posted 18 years ago2005-09-20 21:42:38 UTC
Post #136081
On the grounds that people who didn't enter might have done if it was official from the start, and that it'd be a bit harsh on them to make it official at the end. Hmm... well, any complaints from any such members if this were officially recognised?I don't think people would have an issue with this, to be perfectly honest. Does it really matter?
Maybe you can be a Source competition permanent judge, eh Trapt?Perhaps.... depends on whether I want to enter or not.
I'd also like to add that I'm quite pleased with the turnout. 5 entries is pretty damn good for a pretty large project and first competition, I think.
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