The Hollow

Discussion in 'Halo 3 Competitive Maps' started by Urban Myth, Sep 21, 2009.

  1. Urban Myth

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    The Hollow is a conquest map with a different feel and atmosphere. The location of the map will be obvious when you first play it but it doesn't feel like sandbox what so ever. After the multiple posts on the preview for this map, I hope this is a map that is not only new and different, but also innovative and fun. So on that note.... I give you The Hollow

    Conquest


    YouTube - XForgery Feature - The Hollow


    Weapon Set
    • 4 Brs
    • 2 Snipers
    • 2 Bruteshots
    • 8 SMGs
    • 6 Plasma Rifles
    • 4 Spikers
    • 2 Frags
    • 2 Plasma Grenades
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    Thanks to all the testers, I hope you enjoyed the map as much as I did.


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    #1 Urban Myth, Sep 21, 2009
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  2. PwnsauceAddict

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    Wow this map is already out and i gotta say the aesthetics look incredible. Im gonna dl this thing and give it a forge through. Probably wont be able to get a game on it for a while

    EDIT: I played this along time ago but forgot to edit, and i got to say it was really fun to play. Theres good enough cover, but not too much. This map was extremley fun and is by far one of my favorite conquest maps. Thank you so much for making this.
     
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  3. Pel

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    This is now my favorite Conquest map of all time, both aesthetically and gameplay-wise. The atmosphere you created is amazing, and it doesn't detract from gameplay whatsoever. If anything, it makes the gameplay better. Most people who attempt aesthetic Conquest maps utterly fail, but you really pulled it off. Glad you took my advice with your approvements to the map. It really turned out for the best.
     
  4. PRS

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    I saw the preview for this... it literally blew me away. It's pretty awesome using the crypt lights like that, extremely original and clever. Also the natural layout similar to Granite Basin it gives the map its own unique atmosphere and makes it feel more and more like a cave. It really captures a setting of the map, congrats on that. It's amazing aesthetically. I hope it lives up to everyone's expectations. I really look forward to playing this and will get back to you on it. Wonderful job with this.

    -Dylan
     
  5. CaptnSTFU

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    Yes its released amazing map man, i love how natural it feels just like your in a cave. Im dling for sure and hope to get some games in tomorrow on it. Once again great job man this map is epic.
     
  6. argornash 350

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    Wow just wow ... you were right it feels nothing like sandbox amazing. nice use of lighting it actually looks like a real cave nice work!
     
  7. sourdauer

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    crazy original map man! i haven't seen this before, or played on it for that matter, but my first impression is that of epic win. definite download
     
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    Intrigued. Must...DL...now. Real awesome creativity. I hope the gameplay lives up to the high standard set by your aesthetics. Looking forward to checking this out, and Ill report back with more pertinent info once Ive had a go at it.
     
  9. Xang

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    Horray for uber smexy map! When i glanced at the preview pic i knew this was gonna be something great... Glad to see its out already, i`ll be playing this right after i beat ODST! :D
     
  10. Gollygeeanelite

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    All right! I LOVE the midnight views I get. This is the most astounding conquest map ever. Sorry to say this Jenkins, but, yes, if this map plays well, then =( to you. The map DOES look like a natural cave because the ground isnt completely flat, giving away to interesting terrain. I could make love to your forging. I'll go do that right now =D

    EDIT: Wow just did a forge through. It's great and your geomerges are so great I drooled. So it's official. I will make love to your forging.
     
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  11. Master Debayter

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    I played this with you the other day, and I think the map is simply amazing. Not only are the aesthetics great, but the gameplay is too. The change you made to the center territory really helped with that (it's better more open, than that tiny enclosed corridor). The sniper doesn't over power either, because all of those rocks block good shots...

    Anyway, I'll make sure to download this. Great job Urban.
     
  12. jameslieb1

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    Ah I remember joining Master Debayter's session in progress and exexpectedly testing this map. This is probably one of the most beautiful conquest maps out there, and it plays well too. The weapon layout is really balanced too. My one problem is that the map is VERY cramped and you'' often find yourself ganged up on. Well overall, i give the map a 4.5 Very well worth the dl.
     
  13. Dobam

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    Wow cool map i love youre idea of the destroy tunnel and the light go throw it wow its very aesthetics ! I give you a downloads for youre map !
     
  14. A SILENT EMU

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    Dang this looks pretty sweet. It's messy but perfectly messy. I love the cavern feel to the map. Great merging and layout, overall very nice job.
     
  15. xItZ JENKiNSx

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    Nice Job!!! This beats my map by a lot. I had an idea like yours using the crypt lights, but you did a better job on it. I will try to get a game on it. And again Nice Work!!
     
  16. Beefi

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    I have been waiting for this map ever since I saw your teaser pic for it. I cant wait to get my xbox back to play it. From the pictures I looks to be one of the most beautiful I have ever seen, I'm hope the gameplay can match its aesthetics and from some of the reviews you've got its looking that way. I will be looking to you in the future to create more master pieces
     
  17. oX Arson Xo

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    Aesthetically it looks amazing, il be getting back on my xbox in october so il definatly check this out.
    i just hope the LOS are a bit more complicated than just whats in front of you so you have to use your head a bit instead of keep charging forward.
     
  18. shinanagins

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    this map is rediculous!!one! it has beautiful asthetics and gameplay flows wonderfully. is it me or do i smell a feature?!
     
  19. Gunnergrunt

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    Do you ever feel unworthy to post on a really excellent map? Well, that's the case here. These are my favorite type of aesthetics. They take you out of Sandbox and put you in a unique atmosphere and environment. And it even gets better. Its a Conquest map.
    I'm very impressed. Your map stirs up quite some talk and praise when it gets mentioned in my customs. I take my hat off to your work, Urban.
    But there is only one problem. The spawns are angled strange. When you spawn, you are looking at the ceiling because of the way the map slants. Now its nothing big, but its like Sandbox. The perfect map to forge but the walls tilt 5 degrees. I don't expect you to make any immediate changes, but I really hope you lower your spawn boxes or something. Then it would be perfect!
    Once again, I'm love the map and I think you did an great job with weapons as well. In fact, I will be sure to play this at CIM's Conquest Customs this Friday. And if I like it, i'll even make a signature. Sheesh, Urban. Well done!
     
  20. jesseguy1

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    Wow, one look at that and you have my dl and 5 star rating. Good job!
     

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