Unnoficial Farcry Community Mappack #3

[L3d_Zep]

Hey everyone. I've been talking to a few people and scouring a few sites for some maps. I know Doc / Slugworth don't wish to partake in another pack, but it would be rather easy to pull some new maps together and create the Unnoficial Community Mappack #3. I looked the other day and there were some very high quality maps just sitting around, some of which I think would be great to have on rotations. I know a few people have mentioned they had new maps (destroyer). I know I have a few maps, as does JCD. So there are at least 3 people with maps available + those I've seen of random mappers who I don't know. It wouldn't be that difficult if anyone's down to pitch in. Being that I'm not in these forums TOO often, if anyone's interested in getting an effort going...msg me on XFIRE @ L3dzep or email me at bboucher790@yahoo.com. Hope to hear from some of u soon!

[XTENCILATE]

The definitive FarCry map pack is yet to be released, but is scheduled for release middle of this month.

[rickdestroyer]

Sounds good. New maps will be a nice boost for FC right now. I would love to participate in the mappack. I have 2 maps ready right now and depending on timeframe for release I might have 1-3 more.

[L3d_Zep]

Awesome destroyer, contact me via my email or xfire. Lookin to add to the collection.

Xtencil: if you want we can merge the process. Seems silly to have two things going at the same time. Toodaloo

[XTENCILATE]

While I'm sure you would like that, No thank you.

Do you also water down your vodka?

[L3d_Zep]

Suddenly Childesh Mappack Release Date: TBA

Whatever...no poop on my shoes.

[slugworth01]

Those groceries don't bag (http://forums.ubi.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/836109392/m/9041050233) themselves.

[L3d_Zep]

You're services were never taken for granted slug, sux to see such sepperation. You know that stuff was taken out of context. Oh well...

[ionized420]

I would like to submit my newest map: mp_IHateUrbanwar

Its based on some obscure floating city with broken cars but no roads, lots of crates and cargo, and no houses anywhere but Urban anyhow... but hey at least the colors match (youre welcome) and you dont have to walk far!

lol :P I wish I had something other than dialup.. I dont have any more maps for FarCry itself, but im still using sandbox for 'other' projects..

JCD have you mastered 3dsmax yet? if so your services are needed.

[PJLE30]

Peering through the massive hailstorm of dung here I believe that I am deriving that we have not one but 2 more map packs on the way, one of which will be strictly X's maps?

That is hot. Can't wait guys!

[XTENCILATE]

No, there is a really kick *** map pack coming out, Slugworth put it together.

I do have a couple maps in there, nothing special though. One map was a time test, based on a four hour time limit. I completed it in 4hr 12 minutes.

The really hot maps are by Closed Casket. Lemme say it like this:

Every one knows I'm an ***. And I like to dis on the insane amount of sh1tty maps out there. Closed Caskets maps in this pack are, well, simply phenominal. They blew me away. Imagine if the stock MP maps had more attack routes, better defensice possitions, and looked JUST LIKE the SP experince in tems of vegitation. I'd say Closed Casket is to MP mapping what Matto is to SP mapping.

ITs good stuff man. Good stuff.

Oh, and theres an ACTUAL urban map in the pack as well.

[UBW_Clivey]

I was going to release a map that will be complete in two weeks if anyone wants it. It will be one of the maps for the HATE mod, but without the flying vehicles as I wanted feedback about the maps b4 releasing the mod.

mp_riot is an urban set around a street, industrial estate and a ghetto. The only FC objects in it are some walls and a few tress. There's still a fair bit of detail to be added like fences, general garden stuff, paths (sidewalks for us peeps), a few more different house types etc, but it shouldn't take long. Its all packed so doesnt need a mod to run. Poly count is 75% of a FC stock maps, so framerates arent an issue.

jpg compression has taken alot of the pic quality away.
http://www.farcrymaps.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/crymod/mp_riot1.jpg

http://www.farcrymaps.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/crymod/mp_riot2.jpg

http://www.farcrymaps.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/crymod/mp_riot3.jpg

[Soroc]

Yeah, CC's work is good. I'm still bummin' that he never gave us the map he was going to submit for OE. It would have been sweet playing VIP in the "darkness".

[CuZtds_Lst_Stnd]

@X: you told me it was less than 4 hours!!! http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

@Clivey: Looks good, can you get in the buildings?

CuZ

[XTENCILATE]

Rofl... it was, but i had to fix the flags :P

[CuZtds_Lst_Stnd]

Nah, I reckon it was 12 mins picking the right peak for the glider! (oops... gave it away... Sry!) http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[UBW_Clivey]

@Cuz 50% of them you can

[CuZtds_Lst_Stnd]

N1!

CuZ

[XTENCILATE]

ya, new buildings are always fun man, nice wrk.

[slugworth01]

Not wanting to hijack Led Zeps thread, I'll quickly answer PJLE and echo what X has said. Springcreature Clan has been working on maps for a map pack now for a few months, and the release is imminent. Maps are from members of the [SC] clan, some already released, most not. Hopefully people will like the maps; there will be around 20 of them in the final release.

I'm sure the work Led Zep is doing will produce another great map pack that will be a welcome and popular addition to the Far Cry community. A variety of maps from different people is a good thing.

[ionized420]

I still remember the first time I was on one of Closed Caskets indoor FFA maps, dont recall its name. For the first time ever I thought to myself "Wow, finally someone who actually knows how to use the editor, and has a good sense of level design" Id have to say that CC's maps are spectacular, and I envy you all for having broadband and being able to play any new map packs that will come out. Im still sitting here with dialup and map making for other projects, havent touched FarCry MP since May!

Clivey those models look cool, nice work! Speaking of models... anyone want to work on a game (not a mod, a game), pm me.

[rickyroo]

Thanks fellas http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[SC]ClosedCasket

[PJLE30]

Well I can't wait for this map pack. It will be interesting to see how your 4 hour challenge map plays X. Lemme say it like this:

Railway - Easily the best MP map I've played on.

As for what you say about CC's mapping skills, I am really looking forward to experiencing this first hand. A real urban map sounds absolutely amazing. I can't wait to waste some bandwidth on it.

Thanks to the whole SC clan for their hard work/dedication to this game. I really wish you all were in the CGL still. Maybe the next league?

[slugworth01]

Nah, we suxxor at competition, and we don't always make it easy for people to like us.

There are a lot of good maps and map developers out there; the next unofficial Far Cry custom map pack should have a great selection of maps. This thread is about the next unofficial map pack.

[XTENCILATE]

we don't always make it easy for people to like us.

LOL. I think what u ment to say was..... X doesn't always make it to easy for people to like us http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

As for the competition, well, no one wants to play us on a top notch PB server... :P

[PJLE30]

This thread is about the next unofficial map pack.

Good point.

It's gonna be teh greatness and I can't wait. I'm a sucker for new maps both MP and SP.

[AbeEkema]

Originally posted by PJLE30:
I'm a sucker for new maps both MP and SP.
Me too, but esp MP. In my opinion a good custommap is that should be in a community mappack is mp_temple1.0 from Manglord. He also made mp_landslide1.1 which is also good. Another suggestion is mp_Mannerheim. Let's put in maps from different authors, otherwise it runs the danger of being too one-sided (on both style and gameplay).

[L3d_Zep]

To Everyone - The Unnofficial Custom Mappack #3 is different from the SC mappack. Both will have nothing to do with eachother due to the rejection from SC's end of participating. Both mappacks will have high quality, I'm sure.

ABE - ALL of those maps you just listed are being looked at to be included in the pack. We're going to playtest them and make sure they are well balanced however. I agree, the more developers the better. Which is why I scour farcry sites for good maps. A lot of times USA doesn't get to see the EU custom maps. There are some stellar mappers over there. Anyone who's interested in putting a map in should contact me at bboucher790@yahoo.com.

CC - His maps pwn. Interested in seeing them.

X - Name your server...whatever pb configs you want. I would have the pleasure. In fact, I'm very sure other E8's would have no problem attending that just for you http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif.

[AbeEkema]

ALL of those maps you just listed are being looked at to be included in the pack. We're going to playtest them and make sure they are well balanced however.

Great. I have allready played mp_temple1.0 for hours, also with 16 players. I assure you it is good and fun. May be you should ask guys from Shilka.net for some suggestions. They play all custom assaultmaps (I mean all, that includes your mp_bootcamp), at least when they are first released. Don't be afraid of their German - they speak English as well. An older (feb 2005) and interesting map I played is mp_ToGo with nice strange dinosaur-birds and nice gameplay.
A map from your clan I would suggest is mp_bootcamp latest version.


Which is why I scour farcry sites for good maps. A lot of times USA doesn't get to see the EU custom maps.
Well, you couldn't miss mp_temple1.0 and mp_landslide1.1 as Manglord posted in Crymod's and Ubi-forums. Besides, 95% percent of the custom-assault maps are on Slugworth's famous http://www.farcry-maps.com/ site.

@Clivey: Wow. That setting, those custom models, are absolutely fabulous and much to my liking. Keep us informed!!

[L3d_Zep]

Yea bootcamp will be in there for sure, heck it's not even final yet. So many people playing random versions lol...and it's not even listed on any sites other then our clan site. I just finished my final map, possibly ever, and it could be a blockbuster....we'll see. Starting as soon as tom...im gonna gather the maps and get them together for release. We have a few dedicated individuals who will help and there should be plenty of testers. Expect release in roughly a week,maybe two. You can msg me on xfire @ l3dzep abe if u want to talk more about what maps, as well as anyone else who's interested http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif. Input the community is always welcomed.

[DocSEAL]

Zep,

1) Just for the record...I prolly woulda got involved if I wasn't so busy with the Project X mod.

2) There have been several quality maps recently released on the other side of the Atlantic recently. Check out the CB forums: http://www.clanbase.com/zforumframe.php?&gid=38

3) Yanno u can hit me up any time to test...and I can prolly get the installer done.

Much success with it,
Doc

[rickdestroyer]

How about a list of the maps being considered for the mappack?

[L3d_Zep]

Hey rick, I would love to go over some of the maps on TS or something. Hit me on on xfire. If you can't contact me directly, email me again and we'll do it through there. I want to get a list of maps within the next day or two. C ya soon.

[L3d_Zep]

Uploading all the maps by tonight. They will be playable on the #1 E8|Assault 1.33 Server. A VERY tentative list of maps goes as follows. I really just threw some maps together to test. I will post the link to get the beta pack when it is all setup.

mp_bootcamp
mp_falls
mp_fields
mp_grand_casbah
mp_halo_timberland
mp_industry
mp_landslide
mp_mannerheim
mp_metro
mp_LaFourche
mp_redwood
mp_temple
mp_urbanwar_2

[rickdestroyer]

Sounds good. I can't wait to check out the new maps.

[L3d_Zep]

Unofficial Community Mappack #3 is now in beta testing. Here's the link to get the beta pack: Unofficial Community Mappack #3 Betas (http://www.elite-8.com/maps/Mappack_3_betas.zip)

[hanz_h]

How much is this a COMMUNITY mappack rather then an ambitious project by just a few peepz. Don't get me wrong here I appreciate the work you do, but where is the community involved in this.... and.. which community is involved?

[pete592]

I can really care less if it's not as much BY the community as it is FOR the community.

Slug, Zep, and all the other folks involved in these packs will always have my gratitude. If it weren't for them, the consistency of maps among servers would be far more of a cluster-**** than it already is.

[CuZtds_Lst_Stnd]

Pete,
I might have Achilles wrong, but I think he is hinting at the fact that this pack has come together very quickly from a few makers.

The 'general' feeling was that the 2nd comminuty pack wasnt as strong as the first and I would be concerned that a swift release of this pack would result in the same trend.

That is in NO WAY meant to belittle the efforts of those either compiling or producing the maps/pack. Just my observation...

Anyway, LZ and guys, good luck with it!

CuZ

[hanz_h]

Originally posted by CuZtds_Lst_Stnd:
I might have Achilles wrong, but I think he is hinting at the fact that this pack has come together very quickly from a few makers.


Exactly!!! Didn't I say I am grateful for the work that's being done?

Anyway involving the community in any way would be nice if you also expect some support by it. Why not go around and ask the european clans which maps they like/noticed? You can easily approach them through the clanbase Far Cry forum (LINK (http://www.clanbase.com/zforumframe.php?gid=38)). All european clans that mean anything can be found there. Doing this alone and let them know their voice means something would get you great support when it's released I'm sure!

[CuZtds_Lst_Stnd]

Thats a very good point...

Not many of the "unofficial" community maps get played in Europe, with UBW being one of the exceptions for hosting (TY)

I certainly miss my old facourites from my times in the States!

CuZ

[AbeEkema]

Originally posted by hanz_h:
How much is this a COMMUNITY mappack rather then an ambitious project by just a few peepz. Don't get me wrong here I appreciate the work you do, but where is the community involved in this.... and.. which community is involved?
Well, although this is not an exact answer to your questions, the involved authors from the presented list of 13 maps are:
LedZep - 3 or 4 assaultmaps
JCD - 2 or 3 assaultmaps
Xdestroyer - 2 assaultmaps
Manglord - 2 assaultmaps
M!xu & Voikukka - 1 assaultmap
Tomatoes - 2 TDM/FFA maps

[hanz_h]

So all people involved are also all map suppliers themselves?

It might be good to have someone in the team who, rather then getting his own maps in there, judges all maps that are made to find some good ones.

[AbeEkema]

Originally posted by hanz_h:
So all people involved are also all map suppliers themselves?

That seems true for about 75% of the maps. It has been suggested that this has been the problem for pack#2.

To correct the situation slightly, I would suggest to remove mp_LaFourche and mp_redwood (i played the last one a couple of times - not bad but also not very good imo). The problem is which maps to insert in the MP. I do not know of interesting maps, other than the earlier suggested mp_ToGo. And about FFA/TDM I have not much knowledge. But maybe a smaller mappack is not such a bad thing. The list itself is surely not bad imo (although I think mp_urbanwar_2 with 16 players is not good for your health!)

[hanz_h]

I haven't had a look at the actual maps yet to be honest.

I have to agree with your point Abe. I'd rather have 4 or 5 solid maps rather then 12 "not nearly there yet" maps. Maybe something to take into consideration for the guys putting this together?

I'd say to each of the mappers take your best map and perfectionize it. Put only 1 of your maps in. Quality is far more important then quantity. Make yourself immortal with this one map that blasts everyone away, rather then flooding us with a lot of mediocre maps.

[DocSEAL]

You can have 300 people critique a map, but if the developer doesn't listen to your feedback then it's quite pointless.

[L3d_Zep]

I agree with you, mappack 2 had some busts for sure. We are working very hard to make sure EACH map is fun and balanced. If a map stinks, it won't make the cut. I can assure you the quality of this mappack will be better then any other mappack out there.

A "group" of people wanting to lead the mappack is fictional. There are no other people willing to put time and effort it takes to release a mappack other then the people involved. Most of them, not coincidentally, are mappers. Some, though, are not. I left my contact info on this thread for people wanting to help us out. I have gotten 0 responses. You can only give what you get. We're taking recommendations for maps to be included and will go over in a group what maps we like / dislike. This includes, what the community likes / dislikes in the beta testing.

[L3d_Zep]

I will head to the European Clanbase section and see if I can get any worthy responses there. Also, it's always been a fact that the US / EU communities are different worlds. I wish I knew more people from the EU to collaborate with, but I don't know anyone. I am in contact with manglord, but in terms of other maps / people...I don't know anyone. This is for the entire community, but both communities seem to enjoy different styles of maps. US, as in real life, can't play a custom map that has a walk longer then 2 feet...or else they get bored. When I look at EU maps, a lot of times are bigger. Both styles of play contrast each other. This is the reason why I feel it is important to include EU maps in the pack, as it will encourage the joining of the two communities.

[AbeEkema]

Originally posted by L3d_Zep:
We're taking recommendations for maps to be included and will go over in a group what maps we like / dislike. This includes, what the community likes / dislikes in the beta testing.
I appreciate it you looked at (european maps) mp_temple, mp_landslide and mp_mannerheim and put it in the list. Personally, I doubt the European Clanbase will come up with an assaultmap that is overlooked so far (but I hope so!). Again it is not about quantity but quality. That was the main concern of some (Europeans) here (including me).

[L3d_Zep]

Well I took your advise and looked at ToGo. Pretty cool map, we'll include it in the betas with the other maps listed. Again: anything that players don't like when testing, we're going to throw out. You have to remember, EU / USA like different maps. I beta test with the USA community. I would love EU players to get involved, but no one has come to the calling. If you wish to help test, I've listed my contact info. Voices not voiced, will not be heard. As for "quality over quantity", I agree. Redwood is on thin ice actually..we'll see how it tests out, but lafourche is far from it. Odd that you don't like that map, I think it's very well made and should provide a lot of fun. In any case, we are going to offer unbiased testing over the next week or so. Whatever is liked, will be kept. Added to the list of possible maps are:

mp_togo ASSAULT
mp_forgotten_realms FFA

[rickdestroyer]

I also have a new map for testing....mp_DIESEL. The map has had limited beta tests and a finalized beta version will be available this Friday. The final beta map can be downloaded Friday night at xclansite.com.

http://img395.imageshack.us/img395/318/farcry01582qk.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[AbeEkema]

Originally posted by L3d_Zep:
Well I took your advise and looked at ToGo. Pretty cool map, we'll include it in the betas with the other maps listed.
Great and thanks.


You have to remember, EU / USA like different maps. You have to remember that is not as black and white as you think it is. Really!


but lafourche is far from it. Odd that you don't like that map, I think it's very well made and should provide a lot of fun. Well, it is obviously a remake of mp_bayou and imo remakes do not have a place in a Mappack (only in a Mappack with a 'remake'-theme). But thanks anyway for listening to some feedback and suggestions!

[L3d_Zep]

I disagree. Bayou, although not bad, really isn't played. I do think it could have been done much better, which is why it was changed and is being released again. I feel that I made changes are drastic enough to give it a new life. I could be wrong, in which case...it will get shafted off servers. Right now, it's not "taking the place of another map". If it were, I'd agree with you 100%. The main goal for the mappack is to provide quality, fun maps. If a map is redone and people want to play it, what's the difference? Bayou is barely played as it is....it's not like redoing Airstrip...which I feel serves no purpose in a mappack.

Moving on from defending the map, I'm glad to hear your voice. If you would be interested in helping us testing maps, that would rock. People with opinions are few and far between. Please drop me a line if u are interested in helping further. 1-2 weeks more of testing before there is nothing anyone can do http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Lastly: for some reason, the communities are completely split. While we may not be that different, the fact is we ARE sepperate. I have never even SEEN a US server play a TO map. The bottom line is, we are somehow sheltered from each other.

[Luger9]

Firstly, I would like to say that I think it is great that another Mappack is being put together and I appreciate the time that is being put into it.

I will help with some beta testing, and will see about getting some other folks from TAW to do it as well. I got the beta pack and will get started Monday as I am out of town this weekend.

As for US/Euro differences, I think it is an issue not worth worrying about too much. However, getting some lines of communication open for map creation/distribution would be great.

-Quote L3d_Zep-
"I have never even SEEN a US server play a TO map."

Actually the US TAW servers have had the Tournament Mappack V1.2 (mp_TO maps) in rotation for atleast a couple months now. Currently, TAW #2 has one every other map. It is true that not enough casual US players have that mappack, but if more US clans added some of them to rotation it would spread out of necessity to not get your CD-key stuck.

Whenever the Unofficial Mappack #3 is released, maps from it will be added to TAW server rotation. Also, at the beginning of September, our servers will be adding selected maps from the SC mappack. We will be continuing to support the work of the community by giving the greatest and the latest maps the airtime they deserve.

Luger TAW--US Far Cry Server Admin

[hanz_h]

Check your PM's L3d.

Greets -=UBW=- Achilles

[kmcrobb]

Whenever the Unofficial Mappack #3 is released, maps from it will be added to TAW server rotation. Also, at the beginning of September, our servers will be adding selected maps from the SC mappack. We will be continuing to support the work of the community by giving the greatest and the latest maps the airtime they deserve.

Luger TAW--US Far Cry Server Admin

That is **** cool. 'Preciate that.

<span class="ev_code_RED">tomatoes</span>

[rickdestroyer]

SOON......

http://img389.imageshack.us/img389/2127/mpdieselnewfinal3xi.th.jpg (http://img389.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mpdieselnewfinal3xi.jpg)

[rickdestroyer]

How about some screenshots from the maps as a teaser for the community. http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

mp_diesel will have final beta testing today(starting at about 5:00 EST). If you are interested in participating stop by xclan server for download information.

[bjanga]

Is it just Grand Casbah and Urbanwar 2 for FFA maps?

[L3d_Zep]

Urban war is not a FFA map. The FFA maps, that are def being included, are mp_halo_timberland / mp_grandcasbah / mp_forgotten_realms. Based on previous packs, in the final there should be 4...maybe 5 FFA picks. If you have any suggestions, feel free.

[rickdestroyer]

mp_diesel is complete. You can download at diesel.xclansite.com and farcry-maps.com(soon)

[L3d_Zep]

It's getting closer and closer. The possibility of a weekend release is probable. I have the ENTIRE weekend off to get this thing out. Extensive testing this weekend will determine if it will be released, if not, expect it by late next week. The maps that are going to be tested for release are:

mp_landslide Assault
mp_temple Assault
mp_mannerheim Assault
mp_ToGo Assault
mp_diesel Assault
mp_falls Assault
mp_bootcamp Assault
mp_welands Assault
mp_industry Assault
mp_metro Assault
mp_newmcrae Assault
mp_urbanwar2 Assault
mp_halo_timberland FFA/TDM
mp_Forgotton Realms FFA/TDM
mp_grandcasbah FFA/TDM
(NEED AT LEAST 1 MORE FFA / TDM, TAKING RECOMMENDATIONS)

If any of the maps are not well recieved, they will not be released. Regardless of mapmaker. Expect the second and final beta back of these maps @ http://www.elite-8.com by this Friday.

[hanz_h]

L3d Zep check your PM's!!!! A group of eight people (7 UBW and 1 guest) tested 5 maps last night and are writing feedback as we speak!

-=UBW=- Achilles

[froogle212]

Yes i tested 2 and i found the maps amazing. This guy on my SWARM fourm site said Led_zep sucked... lol what an ***. look at te fourms, he should be shot..

http://swarmmod.proboards61.com/index.cgi?board=swarmmoddiscussion

oviously he hasnt made any majoe strives in life...

[CuZtds_Lst_Stnd]

Keep your arguements within the confines of your own forum please...

This thread is about a map pack, not LZ or E8s popularity.

CuZ

[Skorn64]

i'm really looking forward to some new assaults maps. any ETA on Mappack 3 ?

[L3d_Zep]

The plan was to release it tonight or tom. That isn't going to happen. Good things take time and we aren't going to rush anything. I would guess next weekend as a candidate, but until we get some really good beta sessions, nothing is certain.

Achilles: If you want to contact me, I've listed many ways to do so in this thread. Please do not contact me via PMS as I will not respond. Thanks, looking forward to hearing from you. Also, not sure if you saw the updated pack on http://www.elite-8.com with the latest versions of the maps. If you haven't seen those, please check those out instead of the first beta pack.

[hanz_h]

I've decided to do things the easy way. Our feedback on some of the maps is now publicly viewable and readable to all in our forums:
Feedback on Mappack #3 (http://unitedbattlewar.11.forumer.com/viewforum.php?f=29&sid=162c7c306b3985520a09b608f7f19193)

Anyone interested can take a look. You can also post your own feedback, but for that you'll have to register first. Maps played untill now:
Mannerheim
Industry
Temple
Urbanwar 2
LaFourche

[CuZtds_Lst_Stnd]

Hmm..

Given that UBW are one of the big Euro supporters of the first two packs, those reviews have got me seriously worried...

Glad to see that even when you didnt like stuff, you kept the comments contructive though..

CuZ

[Contra_Band]

Scores are of 10, 10 being good, 1 being OMG THIS IS TERRIBLE and 5 being O***MG PROGRAMMER ART!!!!!!


mp_landslide Assault - 2
mp_temple Assault - 5
mp_mannerheim Assault - 4
mp_ToGo Assault - 3
mp_diesel Assault - 4
mp_falls Assault - 3
mp_bootcamp Assault - 4
mp_welands Assault - 3
mp_industry Assault - 3
mp_metro Assault - 4
mp_newmcrae Assault - 6
mp_urbanwar2 Assault - 5
mp_halo_timberland FFA/TDM - 6
mp_Forgotton Realms FFA/TDM - 5
mp_grandcasbah FFA/TDM - 5

Need to get some new maps for this. Other wise, NO ONE will run it... Well, maybe you since 45% of the maps are yours.

[L3d_Zep]

Thanks for the time achilles. Although I may disagree with a lot of what was posted, I will take the comments into consideration. Different people have different tastes, and that's fine. Not surprising. Obviously the mappack is delayed. I do feel some further beta testing is needed, but it is certain EU players look for different things. What is surprising is the dude Contra band. Seems "he rised up for the occasion" to shoot down the mappack. Signed up just today in fact! Odd if you ask me. This couldn't be someone from SC now could it? Maybe just me...

[L3d_Zep]

I am resigning from working on this mappack. If anyone wishes to complete it, they can step up and do so. MP 3 is cancelled unless destroyer or others want to do the work to complete it from this point on. I wish to have no more involvement in this or any other project as they are too much of a headache, and people in this community aren't worth the time.

[slugworth01]

This couldn't be someone from SC now could it? Maybe just me...

And why would you say something like that?

[rickyroo]

C'mon led , theres alot of peeps looking forward to this pack , i know your tired of the BS , but it's a community thing you know http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif. I'm sure we all appreciate it regardless of the **** talking.

[SC]ClósëdCÃÂ¥skêt

[hanz_h]

Don't cancel it just because you get some negative responses. I know our critics are pretty hard at some points, but they are meant to be constructive. All we are hoping for is a solid mappack and that's why you need to look critical at each map.

Ignore contrabands post, because grading a map without giving feedback to it is just plain stupidity.

[Pvt_James]

why does the map pack need so many maps, why not re-shuffle it and only have say 5-6 assault maps.

then a second release of a few FFA maps, this way they will get played more, as having 10+ maps in a map pack, only 3 or 4 will get fully used.

i can host if hosting is needed.

[AbeEkema]

Don't cancel it just because you get some negative responses. I know our critics are pretty hard at some points, but they are meant to be constructive. All we are hoping for is a solid mappack and that's why you need to look critical at each map. Right.


Ignore contrabands post, because grading a map without giving feedback to it is just plain stupidity. May be it is not stupidity but laziness. For the rest I agree; explanation for the grades is needed to make it valuable....

IMO 5-6 assault maps can be picked, which is imo enough. At least mp_temple, mp_bootcamp, mp_landslide, mp_metro (the only problem i have that is cramped with >12 players, warning: the buidable fences will cause initial confusion, but there is more in the map than you first think). The following two maps need imo a critical playtest: mp_falls, mp_ToGo. If both pass the test we'll have 6 maps from 5 different mapmakers, with both fast, slow and intermediate gameplay . What do you think?

[rickdestroyer]

The mappack will be delayed, but by no means cancelled. I will take over for Led Zep and can be contacted at xclansite.com. All feedback on maps is welcome if it is meant towards improving the map.

[L3d_Zep]

There you have it folks. Destroyer stepped up, he's a good guy and is willing to get stuff done. Later guys...

[pete592]

Zep,

Myself being a member of the community, having such a harsh generalization come from a great guy like you does hurt a little. http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/cry.gif

Contra_Band (and all the others who chooose not to criticize contructively) do not speak for me or any of the other people who love this game and want it to survive. http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/51.gif

Sorry to see you go.

Rick,

THANK YOU.

[L3d_Zep]

Yea pete, don't take it personally. I'm still supporting the pack, I just don't want to coordinating anymore. I'll help out, that's all I have to offer atm.

[bjanga]

Question: is the [SC]mappack even being played on servers? If people are not running that, would they not run mappack3 either?

[AbeEkema]

@bjanga. [SC]mappack has been played on several European servers (I think around 10 different servers) by quite a lot of players. At the moment it seems to be running a little out of steam, though, as you could notice in splatterladder.com. But it still runs at +SG+ server and at RD-Rubberducks #2. As I speak my favorite mp_deadnight is played by 16 players on +SG+ server http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Back to topic: I think your concern of a new mappack not played is unjustified, as long as it contains good maps of course http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif. So I am happy that someone new took over coordination of the new Mappack.

[Luger9]

I would like to make a few general comment about mappack distribution.

I have seen several requests for separate Assault and FFA/TDM packs. Seems reasonable. Mappack3assault and Mappack3ffatdm.

Also, for a mappack to be successful anywhere the clans are going to have to support it. And i mean like 75%+ of the clans. That is how both Mappack 1 & 2 got market penetration. Clans with their actions basically said "If you don't have the maps you are screwed and cannot play on our servers."....guess what, people got the maps/packs.

The SC Mappack has been struggling in the US because clans have not been supporting it. TAW runs 5 maps from it mixed in our #2 server rotation and regardless of the server name and spawn message warnings, plenty of CD-keys get locked up when the map changes to a SC map.

If people want new maps, the clans are going to have to put them on their servers en mass. That will force the average/casual players into getting them.

I would like to see more clans add their favorites from the SC pack into rotation and in turn when the Mappack 3 comes out I hope everyone adds maps from those as well.

I'm sure that TAW will be supporting the pack once it comes out and thanks goes out to those who have made the maps and are taking the time to put the pack together.

Luger_TAW

[rickdestroyer]

The mappack can be split into FFA/TDM and assault. Clan support is essential for any map or mappack and I will start to solicit clan involvement in the next week or so. I will have a revised list of maps for the mappack by Sunday.

An important side note: the SC mappack is a very nice mix of maps that absolutely needs to have more play time on servers! It is discouraging to see these great maps not getting the play they deserve. Unless you have made a map you don't realize the hard work that went into their mappack. PLEASE SUPPORT NEW MAPS.....its what gives this game we all love new life.

[rickdestroyer]

The mappack is still in progress and should be out very soon. The tentative list is as follows:

1.mp_landslide Assault
2.mp_temple Assault
3.mp_mannerheim Assault
4.mp_ToGo Assault
5.mp_diesel Assault
6.mp_cascades Assault
7.mp_bootcamp Assault
8.mp_wetlands Assault
9.mp_union Assault
10.mp_metro Assault
11.mp_newmcrae Assault
12.mp_urbanwar2 Assault
13.mp_halo_timberland FFA
14.mp_Forgotton Realms FFA
15.mp_grandcasbah FFA
16.mp_storage FFA

The list is still being refined so stay tuned.
All mappers please contact me at xclansite.com for final testing information and release date.

[xNimmeRx]

Can you release it in 2 parts? 1 assault pack and 1 FFA pack.

A lot of players want nothing to do with FFA...

[bjanga]

rick, how soon is soon? If I can get a small map im working on done and beta-tested in a week, could it make it in? I might be finished by tonight or tomorrow.

[bagpuss121]

Quiet a few players want nothing to do with ASSAULT.
But i still see there is more ASSAULT maps than there are FFA or TDM as usual. No offence

*<Dark^Angel>*

[rickdestroyer]

Since the mappack is for the FC community it will include both FFA and assault maps. The mappack will be done SOON!

@bjanga- contact me at xclansite, maybe we could help with testing. We will be testing mp_union tonight around 10EST.

[rickdestroyer]

I am reviewing the maps on the map list today and will have a revised list this evening.

[PJLE30]

Looking forward to this. Hoefully all servers will implement it. I'm sure that there will be clan support.

[rickdestroyer]

Here is an updated list of maps:

1.mp_landslide Assault
2.mp_temple Assault
3.mp_facility Assault
4.mp_fortress Assault
5.mp_diesel Assault
6.mp_cascades Assault
7.mp_bootcamp Assault
8.mp_union Assault
9.mp_metro Assault
10.mp_urbanwar2 Assault
11.mp_ground0 FFA
12.mp_Forgotton Realms FFA
13.mp_grandcasbah FFA
14.mp_storage FFA

[hanz_h]

Facility and fortress from the tournament map pack?!? http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/35.gif

[AbeEkema]

Yes that is confusingly strange uuh, strangly confusing.

I have seen an interesting FFA/TDM in an urban-setting with a lot of custom-objects. It is called mp_crazy. Look at it here: http://www.ksk-squad.com/ - Click Downloads - Scroll a little down - Click Download on the right at mp_crazy. I have not tested it, but it really deserves a look!

[rickdestroyer]

Yes facility and fortress from the tournament map pack. The tournament mappack was not as widely distributed/received over here and the maps deserve more gameplay. If you have other suggestions for maps let me know. I will check out mp_crazy today.

[rickdestroyer]

mp_crazy looks very cool, but needs optimization to run smoothly.

[rickdestroyer]

Here is a teaser for a new map that will be included in the mapapck.


MP_UNION
http://img386.imageshack.us/img386/6338/loadscreenmpunion3vl.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[rickyroo]

Looks Tight man , very nice http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif , Only one suggestion if i may , max out your gfx settings before you take the loadscreen shot...

[SC]ClósëdCÃÂ¥skêt

[rickdestroyer]

The loadscreen was made for me and I wasn't completely clear with my directions. The banner graphics are very nice but the more I look at it the screen shot doesn't fit. http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

[rickdestroyer]

Update: unfortunately another "small" delay....Hurricane Rita is headed right towards my house, so I will be MIA for a while. I post an update in the next few days. http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[CuZtds_Lst_Stnd]

Best wishes to you and anyone else in the path Rick...
Hope to see you safe and well and back here in a few days

CuZ

[fabulouscoops]

Stay safe. I hope the worst misses you and I'll see you on the maps when you return.
Good Luck.
Coops

[AbeEkema]

Hope you stay fine and healthy. And thanks for having a look at the ffa-map.

[rickdestroyer]

I am going to get the maps together today (and tomorrow). If there aren't any roadblocks unofficial mappack 3 will be released within the next few days.

[kmcrobb]

Hey destroyer,

could you PM me here or email me at tomatoes@sevenbeauties.com? I need to ask you about something. thx - tomatoes

[Gurglan]

Originally posted by rickdestroyer:
I am going to get the maps together today (and tomorrow). If there aren't any roadblocks unofficial mappack 3 will be released within the next few days.
Any news?

[rickdestroyer]

There was obviously a roadblock. Some of the maps have not been submitted despite multiple requests to the author(s). I think a revised list is in order. ANYONE AUTHORS WITH MAPS THAT HAVEN'T BEEN SUBMITTED CONTACT ME IMMEDIATELY. The mappack will not be delayed further if the maps are not ready.

[bjanga]

rick, elephant got put on hold but I am testing something else tonite with tomatoes. Can you shoot me a PM on these boards? The map is pretty done . . . unless something big pops up tonite. Thank you.

[rickdestroyer]

You can contact me through xclansite.com if you are interested in contributing to the mappack.

[rickdestroyer]

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS TODAY 12:01 AM!!!!!

[rickdestroyer]

Updated list of maps:

1.mp_landslide Assault
2.mp_temple Assault
3.mp_chemical Assault
4.mp_helix Assault
5.mp_diesel Assault
6.*mp_cascades Assault*
7.*mp_bootcamp Assault*
8.mp_union Assault
9.mp_metro Assault
10.mp_urbanwar 2 Assault
11.mp_cubicles 2 FFA
12.mp_archive FFA
13.mp_grand_casbah FFA
14.mp_pitfight FFA

*Awaiting final map from author

[rickyroo]

NICE new maps , can't wait.
And i hope to see you guys in the servers playing them, i know for me at least, after spending countless hours building a map, sometimes i really dont enjoy playing it as much as i would a "fresh appearance map" ... thanks Destroyer & other mappers we appreciate it http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[SC]ClósëdCÃÂ¥skêt

[kmcrobb]

Oh, a note: the mp_grand_casbah that will go in the pack (if it does) is an updated version of the previously released one. I will upload the new one as a single map to http://www.farcry-maps.com tonight.

tomatoes

[rickdestroyer]

Since some of the maps have other versions we will use a unique naming convention to help with identification. The map names will have a universal addition similar to the EU tournament mappack.

[DocSEAL]

...please tell me it's not going to be _mp3 ...that will get so confusing...

[kmcrobb]

Destroyer,

You can't just change the name of this Grand Casbah, as none of the textures will work without me going in and re-routing them. It has 10 custom textures all of which are expected to be in a level folder called mp_grand_casbah.

If you are planning on changing the name, let me know and I will do the changes. Should take a couple hours, max.

tomatoes


Originally posted by rickdestroyer:
Since some of the maps have other versions we will use a unique naming convention to help with identification. The map names will have a universal addition similar to the EU tournament mappack.

[rickdestroyer]

I also had the same thought, no extra mp_mp_..., The names will be something easy any suggestions?

@Os: Grand_Casbah won't be renamed, we will just make sure everyone downloads the new version http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[DocSEAL]

hahaha, my first statement was thinking like mp_temple_mp3 ...where it would be confused with the file format .mp3, but now I see yours.

perhaps mp_cmp_temple ??? for community map pack?

[bjanga]

why not just mp3_temple?

[rickdestroyer]

Here is the final list of maps:

mp_archive FFA
mp_bootcamp Assault
mp_cascades Assault
mp_chemical Assault
mp_cubicles 2 FFA
mp_diesel Assault
mp_grand_casbah FFA
mp_helix Assault
mp_hightide assault
mp_landslide Assault
mp_metro Assault
mp_pitfight FFA
mp_temple Assault
mp_union Assault


I am uploading them TONIGHT!!! After that DocSEAL is going to package them in a self extracting installer. We will have them ready for distribution ASAP.

Here are some previews:
http://img488.imageshack.us/img488/2549/mp3archive6bq.th.jpg (http://img488.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mp3archive6bq.jpg)
http://img488.imageshack.us/img488/4341/mp3bootcamp9nk.th.jpg (http://img488.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mp3bootcamp9nk.jpg)
http://img488.imageshack.us/img488/4209/mp3cascades6ul.th.jpg (http://img488.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mp3cascades6ul.jpg)
http://img488.imageshack.us/img488/7534/mp3chemical0uu.th.jpg (http://img488.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mp3chemical0uu.jpg)
http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/3140/mpdiesel0er.th.jpg (http://img490.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mpdiesel0er.jpg)
http://img488.imageshack.us/img488/6661/mp3helix6nw.th.jpg (http://img488.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mp3helix6nw.jpg)
http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/5130/mpmetro9ls.th.jpg (http://img490.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mpmetro9ls.jpg)
http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/3773/mp3hightide1rc.th.jpg (http://img490.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mp3hightide1rc.jpg)
http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/469/mp3landslide3cj.th.jpg (http://img490.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mp3landslide3cj.jpg)
http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/8414/mp3temple8xv.th.jpg (http://img490.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mp3temple8xv.jpg)

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/1002/mpunion6xa.th.jpg (http://img490.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mpunion6xa.jpg)

[AbeEkema]

Looking forward release!
BTW mp_bootcamp is not in the written list, but there is a picture of it. I hope it is the pack.

[rickdestroyer]

Yes it is, I have updated the list.

[nfsgamer]

hi all!
realy nice to see that you liked my first FFA/TDM map http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif tnx for putting in http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

there is also a assault version coming! i only need some map testers? somebody intrest?
you can send a mail or add me on msn

mail: nfs_gamer@hotmail.com

ooh btw littel movie of the map:
Little movie (http://fff-clan.nl/cryclan/downloads/Programs/mp_archive_ASSAULT.rar)
thats a old version that was to small for an assault map, now it is 2 times bigger http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[rickdestroyer]

Its now available at: http://www.farcry-maps.com

[slugworth01]

Map Pack is now available.

Torrents:

Installer via bittorrent (http://www.farcry-maps.com/FCmappack3_exe.torrent) (available to everyone)
ZIP archive of the maps via bittorrent (http://www.farcry-maps.com/FCmp3maps_zip.torrent) (available to everyone)

HTTP Download:

Far Cry Community Maps (http://www.farcry-maps.com/download.php?view.346) (available to registered members)

The ZIP torrent should be useful for server admins who can't run the installer on their game server.

Thanks to Destroyer for getting this put together.

[PJLE30]

w00ters!

Thanks for keeping the FC community alive...no other game comes close.

[buckmoy]

Hello

Just wanted to say thanks very much for the time that the map makers, coders and hosters have put into this map pack.

[slugworth01]

Filefront is hosting the map pack for download, including mirrors for Europe, North America, and Oceania (Australia and New Zealand).

Linky (http://farcry.filefront.com/file/Unofficial_Far_Cry_Custom_Map_Pack_3;49475).

[DocSEAL]

Map pack #3 is now playing on both the W]M[D servers. Two more links today:

International:
Gamer's Hell (http://www.gamershell.com/download_11323.shtml)

European:
Shilka.net (http://www.shilka.de/?m=news&um=1&nid=49&sid=7c6083fd61cc33348292ca0246c7aace)

[rickdestroyer]

A number of previously unknown "glitches" have been pointed out on a few of the new maps. Some glitches affect gameplay and thus need to be fixed. We will release a patch for the glitches and as a bonus the patch will contain at least 3 new maps. Stay tuned for more information.

[nfsgamer]

Originally posted by rickdestroyer:
A number of previously unknown "glitches" have been pointed out on a few of the new maps. Some glitches affect gameplay and thus need to be fixed. We will release a patch for the glitches and as a bonus the patch will contain at least 3 new maps. Stay tuned for more information.

rickdestroyer, my mp_archive_assault is almost ready can you put that map also in the map pack fix?

als do you have msn or icq?

my msn = nfs_gamer@hotmail.com

cya NFS_Gamer

[rickdestroyer]

Send me a PM here or at xclansite.com with information on how I can get the map. I would like to check it out.

[rickdestroyer]

First off, happy holidays to all the far cry faithful.

We are working on mappack #3 version 1.1. We need your input/suggestions on map glitches, errors, gameplay fixes, etc.

The new version should be ready by Christmas and will contain at least 4 new maps.

[rickdestroyer]

The mp3 patch should be ready soon!! It will provide fixes to some gameplay issues, glitches and bugs and will inlcude some new maps. Here is a teaser:
http://img272.imageshack.us/img272/9774/image37155qd.th.jpg (http://img272.imageshack.us/my.php?image=image37155qd.jpg)