Caspian

I'm all for having a 1v1 map that isn't enclosed and isn't so room-based, but I think I can see some problems with this. The map looks like all areas are too connected by line of sight, which would create some fairly unexciting encounters, where people are just fighting each other from across the map, rather than in certain rooms/areas within the map. Breaking that at times can be interesting, but it looks like this does that almost everywhere on the map. Also, the center of the map looks rather open, and I see no reason why players couldn't just run around the map in circles without ever venturing through the center.

Still, props for the attempt at something new. I'll check it out in-game and hopefully be able to redact some of my above criticism.

 

It looks like there is too much cover by the rocks in the second picture( I'm not sure about this though, hard to tell in the picture). Other than that, the gameplay seems like it would be kickass. Just from the pictures i can see a lot of tactics and flanks that could be used. As for aesthetics, i personally dislike it when people have ramps stick out of the ground like you have them. Anyways, I'm gonna download this and test it out, good job dude.

 

This has to be one of my favorite 1v1 maps, it's really fun to play on, and I love how you added little rock areas around the inclines for more ways to escape. Nailed down the aesthetics, and the feel of the map is amazing.

 

It all depends on the nature of the room-based map. Strictly room based maps aren't too great with radar for 1v1s as they devolve into tag fests. Room-based maps with some sort of central hall or atrium for cutting across the map however play great.
Personally, I prefer 1v1s to have some sort of central atrium or platform that connects the entire map.

 

I like the layout, it promotes gameplay focused on positioning and weapon timing. I personally like having the opportunity to gain map control, however I fear that your top level is a little over dominant if someone manages to pick up snipe and bring it to the top with camo. It took me a little over 6 seconds from snipe to traverse to the top. Perhaps moving the snipe further out, confining the top path to a more narrow structure and removing the cover up there will help out a little. Other than that, I'd love to get games on this cuz the overall design is up my alley.

 

Glad to see this posted. Out of several of the Smackdown submissions I got games on, I really do think this played best with the gametype. And although it may look extremely open from some of the pictures, there really isn't a lot of cross-map action. I also see you cleaned up some of the aesthetics as well. I do remember the spawns were somewhat of an issue at times though. Have you worked that out since I played it last? The only thing that saddens me about the map is that Holo had to be removed it worked so well! Too bad it's mechanics are flawed...

Good work cluck! Great job on getting a map that really does fit the Smackdown gametype well.

 

wow thanks for the special thanks, haha, the center area looks awesome now with both braces and i really like the fourth picture down, it looks supa themed with the 1x4s and 1x2s together at the bottom level and then the top level has the same thing for the balcony, great job, i never realize you'd take what i said into serious consideration, honestly, great job on this map, love the layout!

 

I believe on the 6th picture I see a red spartan shoot a sniper rifle. Just going to say it seems to me that the map has an insane issue with not enough cover. (Can't say for sure but it sure seems that way) Well with both sniper and those long lines of sight, I would say that the sniper is OP which shouldn't ever happen.

 

I just got in a couple of games on this, and I've got some feedback:

Aesthetically, the map is pretty nice. The blue theme is done well, and the use of the 1x2 shallows is great. The view of the waterfall is good as well, and the rocks look natural and add some great flair. No real complaints visually.

Gameplay was fairly good. The map felt just the right size, and fights were pretty quick to occur. The jump up from sniper to mid was fun and well implemented. The lack of healthpacks was mildly annoying, though not at all gamebreaking. The top of the map felt too overpowered. This area has a height advantage, good cover, the plasma pistol, sightlines down to camo, and easy access to sniper and back. I also encountered some very poor spawns, some of which could be gamebreaking. I spawned in front of the other player a couple times a game, and in the worst case, we spawned on two spawns right next to each other. If you'd like the video of my game, message me on live.

 

From my game I felt the top was overpowered as well. I grabbed the sniper, plasma grenade(many times), and DMR and was able to shut out my opponent 15-0. What helped was either:
:A: He spawned on the bottom
:B: He spawned right next to me

After running out of Sniper ammo, I could run down, get it again, and go back up within about ten seconds. On my way up I often grabbed the Active Camo since my opponent tried not to expose himself by going for it. This would allow me to hide in plain sight and get him off the top and gain control of it again.

Other than that I think the map looks amazing and was well forged

 

I really like the height variation on your map. The walls look very nice and you built your map in a good place, right on the water. The rocks blend in well with the water. It has been a while since I hace seen a 1v1 map that isn't enclosed. Looks great. good job. I will give it a download.

 

I have not played here, but I have some opinion anyways.

The map is open, so props for that. I love open maps. They are the honey to my water (I'm a hummingbird). Other than that though I do not like how open it is in the innards of this map. I would say it is too open in fact. I would love to see more line of sight blocking, maybe extend the indoor area (that would really help actually) and perhaps toward the center, and create a large twoer so there are no cross map gunfights and yet it is still open. Another option may be to make an 'L' shaped indoor area, doing the same effect. Point being though this needs more cover (and perhaps more running space, though I am not sure)

Secondly, it's pretty.

That's all I have for now. Maybe I'll have a game on it and bring you more thoughts.

 

So many games on this map... But it wasn't too bad because this map is pretty enjoyable. It's really easy to find your opponent, and last I saw of it you had fixed the spawns. It is a little open, but I think that's mostly a good thing due to there being radar in the tournament. I think this map should have a decent shot at making it in.

Oh and isn't high ground always powerful? I don't know why people are complaining about that. As long as there are ways to counter it(and there are multiple), it's fine.