Takko 10 Posted May 26, 2010 (edited) Hello, today I just became aware of this post: Like Icebreakr said previously, the problem with most suggestions here, particularly the Urban-style maps, is a lack of suitable models...The reason Ice's last couple of islands are so distinctive is...? think about it... custom models - particularly vegetation... you see those trees and you're in Africa... you see those cacti - you're in the Arizona desert, or wherever... That's all down to Berghoff and his custom plant packs... Ice has cunningly retextured some Sahrani buildings for Duala as well - that helps a lot, but theres only so much you can do with retexturing... For "Urban USA" maps for example... what would you expect to see??? Shops, offices, Taco Belles, K-marts, Bank of America buildings, etc, etc, etc... the landscape, and even the vegetation is pretty unimportant in a map like that - the buildings are all that matters - if they're there and convincing - you have no trouble "believing in" the terrain...QUOTE] after reading it, I felt like him, that there was no steady supplier of buildings and thats why most maps have a similar feel when it comes to towns. Now I am not a great buildingmaker or something like that, but I took my 4 hours of freedom I had today, to build up a pretty large building and objects pack. It included 16 different buildings and objects, all in urban style, so now we're definitely able to see islands like Ocean Land (OFP), Star Light City, etc. in OFP. But to sum it up better: Urban Style Addon Pack Whats up folks! Today I release the Urban Style Addon Pack for the whole community. It features more than 16 different houses, billboard, tunnels, skyscrapers... and more, while looking pretty. Can I have a city with more than 100 of your buildings? More than 100? Yes. More than 200? Absolutely. More than 500? Yes please. All the buildings are designed in a special way, so they are taking much less ressources than the standard buildings, which does help to maintain a steady framerate if wanted. Tunnel Systems! Its no joke. Take the tunnel pieces and build your own tunnel. To make it even better, place a busy road on top. Or make the tunnel a road by paving it. Subways? Absolutely no problem, do what you want with our tunnel objects! If your city is looking big-it indeed is Skyscrapers up to several hundred feet are included. You can even land on them, since they do have a helipad on the top. So why don't you just try it out? Maybe you are even able to stop the terrorists and avoid 911? Its up to you. Several Minor objects Small objects do add to the atmoshphere. Letterboxes, billboard... its in your hand and here goes the saying: Whats on your mind is reality. Download Link http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?yyiyyezzzxi Have fun! Edited May 27, 2010 by Takko Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Devil Dogs SF 13 Posted May 26, 2010 I sense large Metropolis map on the approach xD. Nice work on the buildings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryguy 10 Posted May 26, 2010 Awesome! Can't wait for a map with this stuff to come out! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darkhorse 1-6 16 Posted May 27, 2010 You seem to have forgotten the download link. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fox '09 14 Posted May 27, 2010 if you stare long enough it'll appear :D good stuff, hope this stuff is used in maps Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darkhorse 1-6 16 Posted May 27, 2010 if you stare long enough it'll appear :Dgood stuff, hope this stuff is used in maps :confused: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darkhorse 1-6 16 Posted May 27, 2010 Ah. I wasn't sure, because sometimes if you look too hard you will never find what your searching for. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drew 10 Posted May 27, 2010 lol looks pretty pro to me, thanks for your addon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manzilla 1 Posted May 27, 2010 It looks ugly. Great post. Real constructive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cyclone83 6 Posted May 27, 2010 @Vipera If you don't can say anything constructive simply shut up. This stuff is exactly what was left to be done. Great work mate ;) I'm sure we'll be seeing great maps in future ^^ *hint* IceBreakr? :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadMike-Brig2010- 10 Posted May 27, 2010 (edited) Think you posted in the wrong thread. If there is no finished material to download it should be better posted in "ArmA 2 - ADDONS & MODS: DISCUSSION". EDIT: ok - you finally added the link. Edited May 28, 2010 by MadMike[Brig2010] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thedudeabides 40 Posted May 27, 2010 How many of the buildings are entrable? Skyscrapers as well? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drumheller 19 Posted May 27, 2010 Same question as above. Are all the buildings enterable? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Takko 10 Posted May 27, 2010 Some of the buildings do indeed feature a simplified interior. You can go as far as going through tunnels and similar structures. Here is a picture of the blueprint of one of the buildings. Can you manage it to get out of the tall building before the bomb goes off? Download Link added in first post Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cyclone83 6 Posted May 27, 2010 Hm, what about working elevators? ^^ :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kristian 47 Posted May 27, 2010 Epic win objects are epic, I recall having a island for OFP which has enterable bank with vault and stuff, had hours of fun by just messing around the city. :p Now, maybe some talented island maker *COUGH*IceBreaker*COUGH* could make us a large and neat city to play in? :rolleyes: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fintroll 10 Posted May 27, 2010 It looks ugly. It sure does look ugly, i have to agree. Maybe put 80% more detail in the buildings and it would be bit better. Anyway, thanks for the effort. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bushlurker 45 Posted May 27, 2010 Wow Takko! - that was fast!!! I was whining about this just yesterday... as I see you noticed ;)... Well done! - this is exactly the sort of stuff thats needed to avoid the "all islands look awful like Chernarus" syndrome that inevitably starts to happen when theres only a single "theme" of objects to draw on... B Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Takko 10 Posted May 27, 2010 Yes, diversity is always a good thing. I might learn how to use Visitor 3 today, so that I can make my own islands and turn my all of my wishes into reality. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
icewindo 29 Posted May 27, 2010 Nice work Takko, did you take a look at CG textures yet? They have some nice stuff, e.g. here: http://www.cgtextures.com/textures.php?t=browse&q=1926 All you need is a free account, but don't start downloading in the highest resolution, that eats your download quota alive (and it's not needed anyway). I also saw you didn't create normal maps (yet?), they'll really make your buildings look more nifty, especially with CGs textures. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
comradechaos 10 Posted May 27, 2010 I'm hungry for Mideast buildings now...(For my island) Looks like a nice skyscraper there. BTW, how would those tunnels work? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grub 10 Posted June 3, 2010 These are quite good Takko. Good work, much needed, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
