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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
The objective was to design a multiplayer FPS game, where I focused on doing the blockout and the dress of a well-balanced map that enhances gameplay dynamics.
The objective was to design a multiplayer FPS game, where I focused on doing the blockout and the dress of a well-balanced map that enhances gameplay dynamics.
PROJECT DETAILS
PROJECT DETAILS
Developed over 4 weeks
Created using Unreal Engine 4
Focus on well-balance gameplay
Greybox and Dressing
Epic Marketplace Assets used: FPS Multiplayer Template 4.0, Stylized Industrial Area
WALKTHROUGH
WALKTHROUGH
PRE - PRODUCTION
PRE - PRODUCTION
GATHERING REFERENCE MATERIAL
I drew inspiration from various references like stations, exteriors, abandoned areas, and industrial zones to give the map an engaging atmosphere. By combining these elements, I aimed to create a industrial environment that adds variety to the gameplay.
I drew inspiration from various references like stations, exteriors, abandoned areas, and industrial zones to give the map an engaging atmosphere. By combining these elements, I aimed to create a industrial environment that adds variety to the gameplay.
INITIAL TOP-DOWN DESIGN
I started with an initial top-down design to plan the map’s paths, entrances, and connections, ensuring everything lined up properly. This allowed me to focus on creating smooth transitions between areas and logical flow between zones.
I started with an initial top-down design to plan the map’s paths, entrances, and connections, ensuring everything lined up properly. This allowed me to focus on creating smooth transitions between areas and logical flow between zones.
TOP - DOWN
TOP - DOWN
MAP
MAP
PATHS
PATHS
HOT ZONES
HOT ZONES
RESPAWN ZONES
RESPAWN ZONES
To prevent spawn killing, I ensured the respawn points are well-covered, with obstacles and structures that protect players from immediate threats. One side of the map has a height advantage in its respawn area, giving players an elevated position that can be used strategically, but without making it overpowered.
The time it takes for players to reach the central area from their spawn is consistent across both teams. Similarly, the travel times to key flanking routes and strategic points are equally timed, so no team gets a mobility advantage right from respawn.
I also paid attention to the visual design of the respawn zones. They are placed in such a way that players can easily identify the best routes to take once they respawn, guiding them toward safe paths or important objectives without feeling lost or exposed. This clear layout not only helps players navigate but also contributes to the overall map flow, making sure that the respawn process feels integrated into the game’s rhythm.
LEVEL DESIGN TECHNIQUES
LEVEL DESIGN TECHNIQUES
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LINES OF SIGHT
LINES OF SIGHT
Almost all zone in the map have three lines of sight that expose the player simultaneously in key areas to create a more dynamic experience. This forces players to stay alert and avoid camping in one spot, as they need to watch multiple angles at once. It encourages movement and better positioning, while also promoting team coordination to manage threats from different directions.
Almost all zone in the map have three lines of sight that expose the player simultaneously in key areas to create a more dynamic experience. This forces players to stay alert and avoid camping in one spot, as they need to watch multiple angles at once. It encourages movement and better positioning, while also promoting team coordination to manage threats from different directions.
CHOKE POINTS
CHOKE POINTS
Each objective and choke point was carefully tested to ensure that both teams could reach them in roughly the same amount of time, with comparable cover and opportunities for advantage. If one lane slightly favored one team, the opposite lane was adjusted to give the other team a similar edge, ensuring a balanced flow throughout the map.
Each objective and choke point was carefully tested to ensure that both teams could reach them in roughly the same amount of time, with comparable cover and opportunities for advantage. If one lane slightly favored one team, the opposite lane was adjusted to give the other team a similar edge, ensuring a balanced flow throughout the map.
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FLANKING ROUTES
FLANKING ROUTES
I included flanking routes to give players more options for positioning and surprise attacks. These routes encourage movement and prevent players from relying solely on frontal assaults. They also promote map control and force teams to be more aware of their surroundings, adding depth to the gameplay.
I included flanking routes to give players more options for positioning and surprise attacks. These routes encourage movement and prevent players from relying solely on frontal assaults. They also promote map control and force teams to be more aware of their surroundings, adding depth to the gameplay.
POINTS OF ADVANTAGE
POINTS OF ADVANTAGE
I added a few points of advantage to the map, but kept them limited to avoid excessive head glitches and discourage camping. The goal is to provide tactical spots without giving too much control to any one position, keeping the game dynamic.
I added a few points of advantage to the map, but kept them limited to avoid excessive head glitches and discourage camping. The goal is to provide tactical spots without giving too much control to any one position, keeping the game dynamic.
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BLOCKOUT VS FINAL PRODUCT
BLOCKOUT VS FINAL PRODUCT
CLOSING THOUGHTS
CLOSING THOUGHTS
TO-DO
TO-DO
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