Hello! I have been working on this map for a while, and I believe I am finally getting to a stage where it is almost complete. This game is based in the 1950’s/60’s, and I was curious what you guys think of the progress I have made. I would love to have any constructive criticism, or feedback on this map so far!
I have compiled 16 screenshots. Here they are:
Turning on shadowmap will immensely improve the realistic feel of this game…
Anyways, in terms of the building itself, I would say that you need more varying lighting… and make more trees and spread them out so it seems more foresty. Add in some bushes, and make varying levels of terrain (seems like a generally flat map, more realistic would be to add some hills! Concrete was used for roads, not the actual buildings back then, so I would say re-work the “McBleg’s.” and the “Fancy Inn”… Back then there were also some REALLY fancy and classy places, so I would add maybe one or two of those onto the map.
Thank you! Ironically, shadowmap is currently on. I will be adding in some more trees and hills thanks to your advice, along with perhaps using less concrete in some of the buildings. I will also try to rework the “fancy inn” place. I agree that it needs to look more fancier, along with that, what would you recommend for the “McBleg’s” to be changed?
Looks great! So for MCBlev’s, here’s an idea of McDonalds in the 1960s:
On the outside, red stripes (or somethiing like this), and instead of concrete, I would use the metal material for this part:
Thank you! I will definitely do that
This looks really great! I’m a big fan of the 50’s, like jvstaldjni said
That would make it better.
Great map! Loving it, however, would make it better by adding what others have said above: bushes, trees, etc.
MUCh better… and one final thing - throughout the game make little imperfections like garbage bags, dirt, and dumpsters. It is important to remember in realistic builds these things. Make about 10 different assets of thing that could be commonly used throughout the city that make it look dirtier… and then I would say add in more street signage (not sure if you already have this)… and maybe even a few cars!
Alright! Will do! Also, this may be a better angle of the down town area I have made. If you look at this screenshot, there looks to be a decent amount of trees/bushes. But I will still definitely work more on landscaping, and adding more assets/props to make it look a little dirtier. Screenshot by Lightshot
Oh! I also do have one more thing to ask of. I do have some signage, but what do you think of this stop sign? Screenshot by Lightshot Stop signs in the 1950’s were actually very commonly yellow, so that’s why it’s yellow of course lol. I added a rust overlay, but I have gotten some feedback from people that it looks like blood. What do you think? lol
Looks good! I mean something like dumpsters and trash bags are good too.
I can tell you put a lot of effort into this! Looks really cool!
I cannot stress how much this would change the look of your map, definitely give it a shot!
But overall, well done! Excited to see what else you come up with
You make good use of materials on the “Club 44” building! Great job!
Reminds me of back to the future. There is so much work put into this map, especially the pier. The skybox makes it look so real
This isn’t necessary but you could adjust the lighting to make it appear more of a gloomy aspect, similarly to films that are set in that time era.
I’ll see how it looks! I also had the idea to make it so you can toggle it to be black and white if you really want that old timey feel
Added some more hills and trees around the map! What do you think? Screenshot by Lightshot , Screenshot by Lightshot , Screenshot by Lightshot , Screenshot by Lightshot
This is so good! When I was looking at the first few photos before they loaded I was so confused! I thought they were real photos lol. The world has a real nice atmosphere to it! My favourite is the hotel/inn it has really good colour and texture! Good job!
I believe this link leads to your map. Principally, I would say is that you should make sure players have the means to travel to the larger town areas (most of these pictures were taken just by the bridge) more quickly.
I spawned in as a police officer, so I believe that choice is what attributes to me being so far away from all the good stuff. How can I police if there are no cars to police around with? The map is expansive.
Lastly, I’d like to tell you what EBR gatekeepers would tell prospective members: make sure you have detail all around.
