10/9 Discussion Topic - Map Editor

[davo]

This week's discussion topic is on all things about the upcoming, "as-is" Emperor map editor. (link to Chris' annoucements on WW's Emperor forum - http://messagebrd.westwood.ea.com/boards/emp/english/Forum1/HTML/008764.html)

Are you happy with the decision to release a no-frills editor rather than a more polished one?

Do you think a map editor will improve the Emperor community?

Are you going to attempt to make your own maps?

[bob_fox]

I don't know if I'll make my own maps. It depends on just how difficult the map editor will be to use. Someone will probably edit the editor (;D) to make it easier to use. Even if no-one does and I don't figure out how to use map editor, there'll be hundreds of Dune fans who will, and so there'll be thousands of maps made in no time. :)

[ordos45]

I think its a good idea.  I can't do triggers very well but just making a map would be pretty fun.  Creating the ultimate map, something that makes infantry the best possible thing to use would be nice.  

[Edric O]

I voted for the "as-is" editor in that topic, so I guess my opinion is obvious.

I don't think I'll make any maps myself, but I'm sure many others will. And I can't wait to see what weird things people can make!

Ordos45, I think you would like a map in which the only way to get to the enemy base is by crossing infantry rock.

[Acriku]

But of course Air units would be used in that kind of map, too, with the infantry ;)

[bob_fox]

I think some maps with more build space would be great. Perhaps I could build a decent sized base for once. ::)

[thomas]

one where there is no infantry rock just lots o sand and 2 pleatues on oposet sides and then only air units will be uses(worms act alot more than usual

[netnifty]

shame how u wont b able 2 change how often worms appear on the level tho :(

[chinchilla]

oh, but u can with Riper's fabulous Dune Visual Mod Editor!! you can even change the chance of the vertical worm!!!

[riper]

;D How I love to hear I'm doing a good job. Thankz Chinchilla.

[glow=purple,2,300]Riper[/glow]

[bob_fox]

Yes, good job, Riper. You could still add in a few more options, though. (I want to be able to give the Saboteur cloaking ability. ;D)

[riper]

The saboteur cloaking  ability? Then they'll make really powerful and cheap units. I'll look into it.

[glow=purple,2,300]Riper[/glow]

[bob_fox]

We could always make them more expensive (I'm thinking 500 bucks).

[riper]

As you wish noble leader. Next version with stealth.

[glow=purple,2,300]Riper[/glow]

[bob_fox]

Have you been playing Civ 2, Riper?