Sandbox Sandy Virginia

Discussion in 'Halo 3 Competitive Maps' started by Snoogins, May 16, 2009.

  1. Snoogins

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    Map Title: Sandy Virginia
    link to download: Sandy Virginia
    Players: 4-10
    This map is called Sandy Virginia bc i hav change the name, so the download link will take u to a map called Ruins, that is this map, that is just the old name and i didnt feel like taking it down and re-uploading the map with the new name.
    Gametypes: This map supports Team Slayer, CTF (one, multi and neutral), Bomb (one, multi and neutral), KOTH, Oddball, and infection. I've been told that it is best to play objective gametypes on here, but im a fan of the slayer as well. infection isnt that fun, i was gonna tweak the map to make a separate infection one, but with finals for my classes i ran outta time so that might come in the future. for those of you that helped test this map, it is not the exact same, i made sum minor tweaks, got rid of sum of the random pieces in the middle to allow better driving space for vehicles, added smaller structures, fixed spawn points, and fixed sum spawn times that i thought made things spawn too quickly. for those of u that didnt get to test this map, heres ur chance to play it!

    Weapons, Equipment, and Vehicles
    AR x4
    BR x8
    Brute Shot x2
    Mauler x2
    Magnum x2
    Needler x2
    Sniper x2
    SMG x2
    Spiker x2
    Shotgun x2
    Spartan laser x1
    Plasma pistol x2
    Stikies x10

    Power drain x2 (120)
    Regen x2 (120)
    OS x1 (180)

    Warthog x2
    Mongoose x2
    Ghost x2

    link to download: Sandy Virginia

    screenshots:
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    Blue Base
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    Blue Base inside right
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    Blue Base inside left
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    Red Base inside
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    Small structure, ghost spawn and missile pod spawn (one next to each base)
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    Middle structure showing laser and OS spawn (if u cant c the OS, its on the bottom)
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    Middle structure overview
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    ACTION SHOT!
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    I woulda had more action shots, but i forgot to save my films from the tests.

    link to download: Sandy Virginia

    Please give me any possible feedback, good or bad.
     
    #1 Snoogins, May 16, 2009
    Last edited: May 21, 2009
  2. Eternal Reconnaissance

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    I like this map. It is really cool because of the symmetry and the fact that it is an original map carried out well. The only thing is the name. People use that name all the time on Sandbox maps. I would change that and it would be fine. Really cool map though, especially from a new member
     
  3. Nutekiller

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    it looks like you put alot of effort into the map... and good wepon placement from what i can see on the pictures....
     
  4. Snoogins

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    thanks, and yes i no, the name blows, but iv never really been good at coming up with names for maps and i didnt wanna sit there for an hour or so just thinking of a name since the map is dun...
     
  5. Snoogins

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    r u saying that the merging is bad, bc i thought that there were very few spots that u skip over... and as for the close combat, the middle level of sanbox just seems like it would work better with a vehicle oriented map, the crypt and skybubble seem to b the best for close combat, but if i can think of a good way to make this map work with close combat then i will, but the money limit might not let me...

    thanks man, it took me about 13 hours and then another 2 hours or so to fix things.
     
  6. Caretaker

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    Sorry to burst your bubble but "Death Panda X" has been spamming that in nearly every thread. Please, report him.

    As for the map, I'm going to download it then give you my review. It looks really good.
     
  7. Plasmy

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    I like the layout to this map. Not too little and not too much. You put effort into making this your own and that is what counts in a map. Very nice base designs by the way and I am sure this would play excellent with a CTF or Bomb match.

    I will have to download it and possibly use it in my communities custom game nights.

    You do not see alot of great maps on the main floor by the way, everyone is soo addicted to the Crypt and SkyBubble

    4/5 good job lad =P
     
  8. Xang

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    This map looks really good and the basic structure of the map is great. Really looks like a vehicle kind of map so it looks like it should have more people then max 10. Either way good job and great job on the center pyrmid like thing.
     
  9. Snoogins

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    the only reason i say max of 10 is because sandbox is actually a fairly small map and by adding more people, you make the map seem smaller and more cluttered bc it seems as if everywhere you go there is some1 there to kill u. idk, i tested it with 6v6 and it just seemed like u didnt hav to step very far to get a kill but that could also b bc of the ppl playing and whether or not they really cared or if they were just trying to run out and die... i supposed it could b up to 6v6 but without air vehicles it just seems like 8v8 would b too much for jsut the ground, ya no wat u mean?

    anyways, thanks for all the feedback people, and if any1 knows of a way to change the thread name to fit the map name now i would appreciate a PM or sumthing bc i now realize that Ruins isnt much eye candy for a map name which means people may not want to take a look at this map...
     
  10. Snoogins

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    thanks for the feedback, and i think that it is awesome that your going to use this map in your communities custom game nights, spread the word, get your friends to download it, and most importantly, make sure they leave feedback.
     
  11. Snoogins

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    i reported him, and thnx for the download
     
  12. JandSB

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    This map is awesome! I love your bases and the merging is great. 4.5/5
     
  13. Snoogins

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    thanks man, tell ur friends!
     
  14. R0FLninja

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    Wow, this looks great, each base looks complete and well done, and you used all of the space on the default Sandbox area with minimal lack of cover, bases are an eyecatcher, the map looks solid and fun, and it seems that you put a good effort into your map, kudos for you my friend.

    5/5 excellent job, I could see a big team version of this.
     
  15. Snoogins

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    thanx man, and for all u people out there who just look at this map and dont like it, whats wrong with it, i could use a lil constructive criticism...
     
  16. II ELITE II

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    Really nice design especially on the bases. From what I can see the weapon placement looks balanced and all the merging looks smooth. I'll dl and take a look and see if there is anything I missed. For now 4.5/5

    ELITE
     
  17. uralllame

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    I misread the title... badly... Map looks nice.
     
  18. Snoogins

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    thanks guys, if there is anything u c wrong with it though, let me know
     
  19. I NBK Xen I

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    Very good map, the aesthetics and gameplay are well balanced.

    Just filmed myself getting into a bad situation on this map. I filmed it and it's on my file share Snoogins, its funny.
     
  20. Snoogins

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    hahahahaha, i just watched that, thats hilarious! if that were me i would have given up after like 10 seconds, or just grabbed sum stickies... lol thanks for the feedback
     

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