Custom 3ZB2 version with Lazarus features?

[knightmare]

I was wondering if anyone would be interested in making maps that use the model_spawn and model_train entities from the Lazarus mod If I implemented them into a custom version of 3ZB2.

These entities allow models to be added to maps in a way more powerful than setting the model field for items and then blocking them off with clip brushes. For one, animations and rendering effects (transparency, shells, glows, particle fx, etc.) can be set this way. And model_trains are models that can move around the map and even make turns.

If they were widely supported enough, custom models could become as common as in Q3 engine-based titles and newer games. This would increase the amount of detail attainable in maps without suffering terribly high r_speeds from complex objects made of brushes.

The challenge is to both get maps made using this, and server admins to run this custom 3ZB2 version (or other mod with the same code added). Few would bother mapping with a feature that isn't supported on servers, and few server admins would bother with a special version of a mod that adds a feature for mappers that goes unused.

[grieve[Q2C]]

would be a nice feature, but I can't guarantee to make maps using it.

[draxi]

Sounds interesting for sure!

[Deleted]

Yes this is a really interesting Knightmare !..



Have a map ( modelz ) in progress for long time.

[knightmare]

I just got the model_spawn and model_train functionality working in 3ZB2, including the rotating train stuff. The Lazarus model_spawn and rotating train test maps work correctly.

Is anybody interested in the movewith functionality that allows one entity to move with func_trains? That will require quite a bit more work.

I could also add the ability for players to turn when they're on rotating platforms.

[knightmare]

I got platforms rotating players done. PM me if you want a test build of this.

[tmg]

I've actually got a massive map with a huge train line though it, I would love to make it and use these new entities!

[knightmare]

Here's a test build:

www.markshan.com/knightmare/downloads/3zb2_lazarus_1.2.3.zip

This also includes target_effect support for margaal21.

[j3st3r]

Let's see that map up above Margaal. Looks nice!

[Deleted]

Dec 29, 2012 15:57:09 GMT -5 j3st3r said:

Let's see that map up above Margaal. Looks nice!

Thanks.....

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( ThX Knightmare - target_effect support for 3zb2 -

.....ThiS is PerfecT!.

- MaP Again in progress -

[knightmare]

I have added support for model_spawn and model_train usermodel paths that already have "models/" or "sprites/" in them.

Updated test build:

www.markshan.com/knightmare/downloads/3zb2_lazarus_1.2.3.zip

[Deleted]

YGoOD .....

Test map with new Alphatest option.
*.md3 model looks real....----> ( script file ).
( no more transparent glass look ).





These Kmq2 changes are really good things......
ThX Knightmare for allll Technical support.

[m]

Howdy ya'll,

This work (engine/maps/models) is so exciting and cool. I hope to get time, sometime in the not so distant future to dig in and contribute again.

I could post a litany of why I've been absent so much but suffice it to say, I miss the gang here and the community that's formed and remained around this dusty old game. Q2 is still far and away my favorite, bar none.

[Deleted]

Hello

Record my newest model map with Fraps....
Convert 298mb too 3mb....quality is not that good.

here Short movie - Model map.

[knightmare]

Nice addition with the spider!

I'm going to have to try my hand at coding new monsters soon. I'd like to eventually implement that vulture, but for now, something simple like a spider would be good.