Posted by Neural Scan on Thu Dec 9th 2004 at 7:08pm

Wow! That 3d skybox has added so much depth to your map! I can't believe how much a simple background can make your map look so much better. It's really well done. I like those stairs better than the spiral ones aswell.

Excellent work, can't wait to see the final version How much would you say is complete by the way?

Posted by Night-Wolf on Thu Dec 9th 2004 at 12:18pm

No offence taken, I find the texturing quite painful to be honest, having to split down brushes to get a decent amount of detail in What is bump mapping?

PS this is my first ever map so im still learning how things work.

Posted by Night-Wolf on Thu Dec 9th 2004 at 6:54am

Yeah there will be a 'normal' staff type stairwell at the other end

Posted by Night-Wolf on Wed Dec 8th 2004 at 11:49pm

Oi Cheeky!

In fact Satchmo hit the nail on the head, theres a meeting room behind the wall adjacent to the stairs, im planning on a huge table with lots of chairs, you know the kind! Trouble is I oversized it a little! although I need some more 'normal stairs' on the other side.

I plan on making some of the lights outside Flicker or spark or not work at all.

Ok some other great points too which ill take into account. I havent tried my hand at a 3D skybox yet but i might give it a shot!

oh yeah, I promise ill fix those stairs!!

Posted by satchmo on Wed Dec 8th 2004 at 8:20pm

Looks better and better each day!

However, I do have a few suggestions:

1. The texture on the floor of the loading dock area looks repetitive. Browse around to see whether you can find a better tiling replacement.

2. The stairs, like Crono said, can be improved in the reception area. In addtion, the stairs really don't lead anywhere except a soda machine. In real life, people usually don't go through all the trouble of building a staircase just so they can have a loft solely for some refreshment. Perhaps you can make a door leading to a meeting room or observation deck?

3. Did you build a 3D skybox? The area outside of the map looks barren, as if nothing else exists outside the complex. Consider adding some buildings to the 3D skybox, if you have one already.

4. The cars in the parking lot are all facing outward. This usually isn't the case in the real world, as it's easier to drive into a parking space rather than backing into one. I know there are some people who prefer backing into their parking, but I believe they are the minority.

5. How about some support inside the warehouse? Just a few here and there will do.

6. Perhaps you can disable texture lighting on some random lights outside the warehouse to make the area dimmer? It fits into the current global economy better (most companies are still struggling with the recession, therefore suggesting a lack of maintenance).

Overall, your map is looking good.
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