Tutorial: How to Build a Professional Map

Discussion in 'Halo and Forge Discussion' started by Grif, Jul 13, 2008.

  1. Grif

    Grif Na'vi Tits
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    So I'm bored and decided to come up with a tutorial on how to make a professional map.

    1. Study
    Look at all the Forge Guides such as Forging 101 and look at featured maps.

    2. Think
    What map do you want to make? Get an idea on what it should look like, and what you can play on it. Try asking people if it sounds good.

    3. Play some Halo 3
    Most maps are made on Foundry, but it is possible to make them on other levels. So pick one.

    4. Plot out
    Draw out a ruff layout of the map. The Foundry Designer (available on the Nav-bar above) is great!

    5. Remember, no one likes a sloppy map.
    Don't improvise. Don't take the short cuts! Work damn it!

    6. Get a Pro
    Have a Professional Forger check out your progress if you can. If you are stuck, they may be able to help you out. Most Staff members an help (I didn't say they will). Other well know Forgers can help too.

    7. Play Test
    Get a party and try it out.

    8. Fix
    Find some flaws? Fix them! Don't take short cuts again!

    9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 until you are satisfied.

    10. Take "GOOD" screen shots and make up a good description. Screen shots with people can be good!

    11. Post on Forge Hub

    12. Repeat step 8 and take new pictures if necessary.

    13. Pray
    Hope that your map makes it!

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOazWR6FD3w
     
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  2. Playerhata27

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    Wow thanks I've been needing this lately.Maybe you could elaborate more later but still its really nice.Rep+
     
  3. Metallic Snake

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    that is a good solid list of essencialyness. very true. good good
     
  4. Insane54

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    Step 11B: Post tags on your ForgeHub post ;)
     
  5. LOL zombie

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    Step 12 1/2 Reply to feedback.
     
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    great post, and its good to see you are back from your trip!
     
  7. Blaze

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    very simple yet good tutorial im sure this will help people understand what they HAVE to do for people to like there maps.
     

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