This is a a discussion topic for the map "Oceanic" by Kasperg_JM which can be found here
Map description:
The map takes place in an aquarium facility, home to different species of sea animals.
It has a pretty big size and is better suited for long range weapons.
R_speeds in this scenario are also higher than what I usually do in HL1 because of the detail needed. The r_speed limitation prevented me from making the architecture I originally had in mind. I will probably make a Source map with a similar theme in the future.
The lightmap grid in the outside area is also something I'm not happy with.
The hardest part of making this map was probably setting up the aquariums themselves, because it involved creating a great deal of transparent textures.
While the fishes are func_rotating, I managed to use tracktrains for the mantarays, which makes them seem a bit more alive.
Map screenshots:
Screenshots for: Oceanic
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<br>The Jessica Alba tribute was in plain sight (hehe). Personally its my own stylistic choice to place these types of things in a hidden cave or room thats hard to reach, then it becomes kinda a "treat" to find it. But I can tell you wanted to "get the message out there".
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