So I tried using editor to make a map yesterday night just for fun to see if I can make a realistic setting like you see with other creators. I’m not really the builder of my group but it doesn’t hurt to try. I was aiming for a mountain side map once leaving a forest type of view.
It looks amazing! The only thing I would recommend is improving the lighting, overall the map looks dull. Maybe make it a bit brighter and add some more grass and bushes!
It is very dull, in my opinion, the pond looks a bit weird. On the subject of the pond, instead of using terrain as a rock, use some mesh instead. The height point imitating a stone looks odd. I’d change the terrain’s grass colour a bit, it does feel a bit out of place with the trees’ leaves. Also, I think it is odd for this kind of build to have an edge. While it is impossible to not have an edge of the map, you can illuminate the effect of an infinite terrain. Here is a video on it: How To Make Endless Terrain On Roblox - YouTube.
Lastly, the others has already pointed it out, but lighting needs improvement. To go into detail, I think better sunrays and color correction could elevate the place up. It feels like you have a bit of blur and bloom. In that case, also add fog of some sorts.
As you can see, there is a vague fog with dark-greenish-idk colour. A forest is the most beautiful in the morning or the evening, so have the environment revolve around that aspect if you’re planning to have the map be at the same time throughout the whole game.
The map looks overall empty, try adding animals, bushes, variety with trees and etc! Other from this harsh criticism, I think you did a very good job. You have got a bright future ahead of you so don’t give up no matter what.
It looks very good, but it seems bland. It’s just terrain and lighting. Personally I suggest adding some flowers, along with just general nature to it so it gives it more life.
Overall, I would rate this a 7.5/10 due to what it’s missing.