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Title: TTT_Abandoned_Mine (!DISCONTINUED!)
Post by: MetaHaze on January 15, 2012, 12:15:27 PM
TTT_Abandoned_Mine

Will you descend?

About the map:
I'm making a new map called TTT_Abandoned_Mine, I'm not sure how long it will take until this project is finished, as I always think of new ideas :). Basically, you start outside of an old abandoned mine, You must enter into the mine, to find many paths, traps, and secrets that await you. This is my first map using hammer.


Progress:
Progress will be updated frequently.

Lighting: (http://www.yarntomato.com/percentbarmaker/button.php?barPosition=100&leftFill=%2300FF00) <= [Completed on 1/15/12, 10:12 AM]
Decals: (http://www.yarntomato.com/percentbarmaker/button.php?barPosition=15&leftFill=%23990000)
Brushing:(http://www.yarntomato.com/percentbarmaker/button.php?barPosition=60&leftFill=%23CCCC00)
Displacement: (http://www.yarntomato.com/percentbarmaker/button.php?barPosition=100&leftFill=%2300FF00) <= [Completed on 1/23/12, 6:32 PM]
Skybox: (http://www.yarntomato.com/percentbarmaker/button.php?barPosition=100&leftFill=%2300FF00) <= [Completed on 1/15/12, 10:34 AM]
Foilage(Outside area): (http://www.yarntomato.com/percentbarmaker/button.php?barPosition=100&leftFill=%2300FF00) <= [Completed on 1/16/12, 9:33 AM]
Props: (http://www.yarntomato.com/percentbarmaker/button.php?barPosition=55&leftFill=%23CCFF66)
Optimization: (http://www.yarntomato.com/percentbarmaker/button.php?barPosition=100&leftFill=%2300FF00) <= [Completed on 1/16/12, 7:01 PM]

Progress Log:
1-18-12 [7:01 PM]: *-*Fixed: Lighting problem with props, and outside area, thanks to Snivy :)*-*
1-19-12 [7:10 PM]: *-*Toned: Toned down the lighting of the whole map, to make it more realistic.*-*
1-23-12 [6:32 PM]: *-*Added: Added Displacements, to make the map more realistic.*-*

Screenshots:
Some screenshots..UPDATED [1/19/12] [7:10 P.M]

Outside:
Spoiler (click to show/hide)

The Mine:
Spoiler (click to show/hide)

The Traps:
Spoiler (click to show/hide)


Download:
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Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [W.I.P]
Post by: Deathie on January 15, 2012, 01:11:35 PM
Underground maps are usually pretty difficult, since you have to do a lot of displacement work to make it look convincing.

I wish you good luck though c:

Plenty of resources on the forums if you need help with something, though.
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [W.I.P]
Post by: MetaHaze on January 15, 2012, 01:23:53 PM
I was thinking about not doing as much displacement, as I knew that would be a major factor in making this map, an underground map without displacement, can still look good though, right? xD

A question
I've got the TTT.fgd, I've added guns & ammo in certain parts of the map, when I compile the map, they don't show up.. Will they show up if the TTT gamemode has been started?..
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [W.I.P]
Post by: Deathie on January 15, 2012, 02:14:39 PM
Quote from: MetaHaze on January 15, 2012, 01:23:53 PM
I was thinking about not doing as much displacement, as I knew that would be a major factor in making this map, an underground map without displacement, can still look good though, right? xD

A question
I've got the TTT.fgd, I've added guns & ammo in certain parts of the map, when I compile the map, they don't show up.. Will they show up if the TTT gamemode has been started?..

Since the guns + ammo are special TTT sweps, they shouldn't show up unless you're in the TTT gamemode.

Or if you have a swep pack that specifically loads the ttt_weapon_ sweps .-.
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [W.I.P]
Post by: MetaHaze on January 15, 2012, 03:43:54 PM
alright thanks bro :)
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [W.I.P]
Post by: WarEclipse™ on January 15, 2012, 04:59:49 PM
Fuckin'  :thumbsup:
 ;)
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [W.I.P]
Post by: Tezuni on January 15, 2012, 11:27:39 PM
looks fun, i love maps like this.  can't wait, keep us updated with screenies!  :)
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [W.I.P]
Post by: MetaHaze on January 16, 2012, 03:37:37 AM
Quote from: Tezuni on January 15, 2012, 11:27:39 PM
looks fun, i love maps like this.  can't wait, keep us updated with screenies!  :)

Will do  ;)
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Screenies Updated] [1-16-12] [10:22 AM]
Post by: Deathie on January 16, 2012, 09:37:54 AM
Looks like it's coming along pretty well, especially for a first map.

:o
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Screenies Updated] [1-16-12] [10:22 AM]
Post by: MetaHaze on January 16, 2012, 10:09:16 AM
Quote from: Snivy M.D. on January 16, 2012, 09:37:54 AM
Looks like it's coming along pretty well, especially for a first map.

:o

Thanks :P

Yea its coming along just fine, aside from the Displacment..I forgot to add that, I don't think I will add any, maybe the map won't need it :)

More screenshots coming in a few  :cake:
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Screenies Updated] [1-16-12] [10:22 AM]
Post by: Deathie on January 16, 2012, 10:14:54 AM
Quote from: MetaHaze on January 16, 2012, 10:09:16 AM
Yea its coming along just fine, aside from the Displacment..I forgot to add that, I don't think I will add any, maybe the map won't need it :)

If you want to add me on steam, I could try to help you out with adding displacements c:
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Screenies Updated] [1-16-12] [10:22 AM]
Post by: MetaHaze on January 16, 2012, 10:34:02 AM
I would add you but, I use a "Unlegit" Steam, sadly.. :abuse:

I wouldn't mind if you "Add me" though. As cracked steam won't let me add, but will let me accept friends :)
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Screenies Updated] [1-16-12] [10:22 AM]
Post by: Deathie on January 16, 2012, 11:10:14 AM
Quote from: MetaHaze on January 16, 2012, 10:34:02 AM
I wouldn't mind if you "Add me" though. As cracked steam won't let me add, but will let me accept friends :)

Check your forum PM's.

Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Screenies Updated] [1-19-12] [7:10 PM]
Post by: MetaHaze on January 19, 2012, 04:14:31 PM
Would like to know, if it wouldn't hurt the map if I didn't do any displacements in the mine, need a reply soon  :-\
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Updated] [1-23-12] [6:32 PM]
Post by: WarEclipse™ on January 24, 2012, 04:12:52 PM
Ooh looks like some updates have been made...

Spoiler (click to show/hide)
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Screenies Updated] [1-16-12] [10:22 AM]
Post by: ChaosEternal on January 27, 2012, 01:01:50 PM
Quote from: MetaHaze on January 16, 2012, 10:34:02 AM
I would add you but, I use a "Unlegit" Steam, sadly.. :abuse:

I wouldn't mind if you "Add me" though. As cracked steam won't let me add, but will let me accept friends :)
Kinda wondering, why would you need a cracked Steam since Steam is already free? Is it to play cracked steam game? >.>

Also, this maps is sounding pretty awesome. :D
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Updated] [1-23-12] [6:32 PM]
Post by: WarEclipse™ on January 27, 2012, 01:05:48 PM
For cracked steam-users, you get over 100+ steam games on your games' list. However, they'll just be uninstalled unless you want to install them, ofcourse....but yeah, I don't know too much about it - just that you have alot of steam games on your list -- which you don't have to buy obviously.  :P
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Screenies Updated] [1-16-12] [10:22 AM]
Post by: MetaHaze on January 27, 2012, 02:17:54 PM
Quote from: RedEclipse on January 27, 2012, 01:05:48 PM
For cracked steam-users, you get over 100+ steam games on your games' list. However, they'll just be uninstalled unless you want to install them, ofcourse....but yeah, I don't know too much about it - just that you have alot of steam games on your list -- which you don't have to buy obviously.  :P
Quote from: ChaosEternal on January 27, 2012, 01:01:50 PM
Kinda wondering, why would you need a cracked Steam since Steam is already free? Is it to play cracked steam game? >.>

Also, this maps is sounding pretty awesome. :D

You both have it somewhat right, and a whole lot wrong  :D

Cracked Steam is very different from regular steam, as cracked steam has its own client (third-party), and yes, all the games on steam will show up, but you may not be able to download them, as to download a game on cracked steam, the cracked steam (client) you are using, must have a server/download link to that one file, which is downloaded through the client, from the server....Some of the main disadvantages of using cracked steam is, STEAM Validation Rejected, on most things. Another main, and very important one is, no ability to add friends at all (unless they add you, and you accept it).

Progress on the map

I'm sorry guys, I've not been updating, working on this map for somewhat..some time now, it's just that I have been very busy with school, and somewhat lazy  :(

But, don't worry, the map isn't going anywhere, its still here..I will finish it sooner or later  8)
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Updated] [1-23-12] [6:32 PM]
Post by: Mehis on January 27, 2012, 02:53:49 PM
BTW, talking about illegal material is not allowed...
And off-topic...

Looks... - interesting for a first map. I'm still going to stick what I say, don't release first map you make.
It will usually have lots of bugs and glitches or just not fitting for the gamemode.
Unless you are 99% sure the map doesn't have huge balance issues, go ahead and release it to get more criticism. It will make it even better.
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Updated] [1-23-12] [6:32 PM]
Post by: MetaHaze on January 27, 2012, 03:06:19 PM
Quote from: Mehis on January 27, 2012, 02:53:49 PM
BTW, talking about illegal material is not allowed...
And off-topic...

Looks... - interesting for a first map. I'm still going to stick what I say, don't release first map you make.
It will usually have lots of bugs and glitches or just not fitting for the gamemode.
Unless you are 99% sure the map doesn't have huge balance issues, go ahead and release it to get more criticism. It will make it even better.

I forgot all about that Mehis..Thanks for reminding me. :o

Anyways, Thanks for the criticism, as this was much needed  :)
I'm not exactly sure what I'm going to do, as I have said many times, "I will release this map later", i'm still not exactly sure if I should..  :-X

By balance issues, you mean optimizations/leaks/brushing, and so on?
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Please respond to Poll]
Post by: MetaHaze on February 02, 2012, 03:37:39 AM
So I have been thinking, I'm going to leave it up with the community on whereas I complete this map, or start on a whole new map, as this is my first map..and people say to never release your first map.

Up to you guys, please vote on the poll  8)
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Please respond to Poll]
Post by: Tezuni on February 02, 2012, 11:42:35 PM
I ditched my first 2-3 TTT maps I made for rNd until I made conspiracy, so it's really up to you.  Better maps get played more often.
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Please respond to Poll]
Post by: MetaHaze on February 03, 2012, 01:27:48 PM
Quote from: Tezuni on February 02, 2012, 11:42:35 PM
I ditched my first 2-3 TTT maps I made for rNd until I made conspiracy, so it's really up to you.  Better maps get played more often.

I thought about this, and I'm discontinuing this map..I've learned a lot from messing around on this map, and will create maps in the future for RND.  :)
Title: Re: TTT_Abandoned_Mine [Please respond to Poll]
Post by: ChaosEternal on February 05, 2012, 11:45:36 AM
Quote from: Tezuni on February 02, 2012, 11:42:35 PM
I ditched my first 2-3 TTT maps I made for rNd until I made conspiracy, so it's really up to you.  Better maps get played more often.
You made conspiracy? I love that map. :D

OT: Hope to see what your next map shall be. I know it shall be good if this was your first attempt. ;)