Problems creating a mini-map decal

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#1

So me and @plasma_node (developer on the game) have a mini-map system for our new game, but the decal is proving hard to create.

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This is similar to something we want (and have attempted to create).

The problem we are having is the decal is not sized correctly. To make the decal I just went above the map in studio and took a screenshot to paint over. Is there a better way to view the map from directly above without the walls covering some of the corridors (the game is top down and does not contain a ceiling).

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(An example of a wall covering what is beside it)

#2

Here are two solutions:

  1. Easiest, can be done in Studio, quality limited to that of your monitor: set the camera FOV to 1 (lowest it can go, best mimics an orthographic camera) and take a screenshot. Note, you’ll have to take it from really high up, but it should be extremely close to what you’re looking for.
  2. Harder, can be fine-tuned for better results than Studio, requires external 3D software (Blender/C4D/etc.), can be rendered as large as you want: Export the map as an .obj, import the map into your preferred software, tweak lighting and materials to your liking (the sky’s the limit here), and render a still frame taken from an orthographic camera placed above your map, looking straight down.
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#3

Ok thanks, what you said helped me loads.

#4

Helo ı belive this could help
https://www.roblox.com/library/58409273/Minimap-maker
ı am not sure if it makes a decal but it might help it automaticly creates a mini map when you enter the game
ı have used it some time before.