Here's my formula.
I use the S%$t out of the UBIsoft servers to publish and republish my maps in progress for backup(In case my Hardrive ever crapped out) and also to try them out when I feel there in there final stages with as many players as possible(Nobody wants to wait to upload maps and I don't blame them).
I have done this since day one and will continue to do this as long as I can.

I don't realy care about download count as much as I care about getting as much play time as possible as well as feedback.

Ask anybody I have ever played with.
Never save a map I make because the next time we play it will be a different version .
Everybody has there own methods I guess

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Originally posted by COTABucky:
Ask anybody I have ever played with.
Never save a map I make because the next time we play it will be a different version .

Have you tried 'Serpent Alley' yet? I noticed you were new to the thread.

No, I have not tried your map.
The only maps Ive been checking out lately are NIMROD and Kris93's works in progress.
I honestly havn't played a match going on months now(realy busy with Family and work at the moment).
I hop in the editor from time to time and chat with my Buddies thats about it.
When I get playing again,,I will try and checkout more of these cool maps I keep seeing and hearing about that people are making

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Originally posted by COTABucky:
No, I have not tried your map.

Ah, I get it now. I was going crazy searching for a more direct meaning then map making philosiphy but now that I know you weren't talking specifically about my map at all, your post makes much more sense. I thought maybe you were suggesting I make my next level a certain way but then realized you haven't seen my maps at all. You know this thread is about Serpent Alley right? I was hoping for people that have seen the map to give me valuable critiques based on their real experiences in the different modes while playing.

I hope you get a chance to check out the level some time soon. It is called 'Serpent Alley' and is for the xbox360, but I gathered you saw that already, just wasn't sure because your post was a bit off topic.

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Originally posted by COTABucky:
Ask anybody I have ever played with.
Never save a map I make because the next time we play it will be a different version .

Also, how well does putting map names in your signature work if the maps are constantly changing?

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Originally posted by neokinesis:
I wouldn't normally give it a second thought but a couple people have asked me privately to show them more of my process because my results are often so 'unique' (I think that means good).
If they believe they can turn my level building process into a formula, make like NIKE and ...!

I couldn't actually relate to the "Topic" ,But I figured it would be O.K. to comment on the Formula or method of map making You commented on(so I realy wasn't off topic much considering you mentioned map making "Formula 1st ).I tend to throw what I have out and get feedback and watch the gameplay to see how it flows.I also republish constantly just for the sake of people NOT having to wait as long to download my latest MAP version.

I don't know about You ,but I don't take things to seriously when it comes to FC2 and Who or What someone comments on in my threads as long as there being nice .

As far as "map signature goes".
My map names don't change.I just delete and republish under the same map name.
I'm not sure exactly what your talking about I guess.

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No problem man, nothing wrong with anything you said, just trying to keep things focused.

If you wanna talk map making theory/practices you should swing by my other post [360] Uncharted Space. There are a lot of great ideas from other Mappers there.

I am sure everyone would appreciate your input.

O.K. I'll stop Hijacking your thread now and give it a bump on the way out .
Some day I will check out some of these maps by everybody.

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Originally posted by COTABucky:
O.K. I'll stop Hijacking your thread now and give it a bump on the way out .
Some day I will check out some of these maps by everybody.

How about tonight? I'll host some of the maps that have showed up on the forums in the last couple months and you will have a whole arsenal of critiques for the makers!?

And of course, I will also show you Serpent Alley, deal?

Umm,No .
I havn't played and won't be playing for a while but thanks for the invite.
Ive got 2 young Children keeping me busy when I'm not working.
I hardly have time to post in these forums,or work on my maps.

Thanks again for the invite though.
I'll try and catch up with everybody sometime.
Just ask CrazyUncleDave how hard it is to get me to join a match .
I often work over 60 hrs a week this time of year and that also eats up my playing time.Winters are better for me

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Originally posted by COTABucky:
I'll try and catch up with everybody sometime.

So we will see you when we see ya, thanks for the support!

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Hey played this map when brimstone was hosting and I have never played it on the mode CTD. It was fun and a bit challanging. Then again I don’t really care for CTD and rather just shoot people.

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Originally posted by drskotal:
Hey played this map when brimstone was hosting and I have never played it on the mode CTD. It was fun and a bit challanging.

I know! I had a blast because the team I was going up against had some serious team work going. I kept sneaking in but they would catch me just inches from delievering. Glad you made it out and even more surprized to see this map and Floodgate Projects in Brimtown's rotation. Thank you for coming by and saying a little something, something. Glad you had fun.

And thank you Brimtown for hosting. It means a lot!

Wow this map is great, bet map ive seen yet! I just recently got back into far cry and its good to see some truly artistic maps on here. cant wait to actually play on it. i can maybe give u some kind of critique then. Xbox live gamertag; x9odOs m3 20bux
(360 maps)
Brazil (small)
Le Marecage (med)
Blood for Oil 2 (small)
Jamestown(needs work)

it seems you made good maps.

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Originally posted by x9odOsm320bux:
Wow this map is great, bet map ive seen yet! I just recently got back into far cry and its good to see some truly artistic maps on here. cant wait to actually play on it. i can maybe give u some kind of critique then.

The best? That is awesome! I wouldn't quiet say that, but it is currently my favorite map that I have published.

We (FC community) are glad to have you back. You should really make some times to throw the map into a rotation. I would be cool to have your critique. Come back and post your findings here. I love to see others' opinions.

Don't be a stranger.

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Originally posted by Fauch:
it seems you made good maps.

It means a lot to hear such kind words. I have a new one just begging to be released that is a little different then I my normal forumlas. I hope that one can be just as good.