Mini-Mapping Contest # 20 - Theme Discussion

[Archian]

Time for another mini-mapping contest? Let the theme discussion begin!

I suggest a mini RTS, with a small tech tree and small arena.

Alright, these are themes suggested so far (updated: 07-09-2022)

1. Mini RTS
2. Hero Customization
3. PVP Minigame
4. Mini RPG
5. Mini Defense Map against Zombies etc.
6. Racing map
7. Mini metroidvania
8. Something Original - that doesn't fit any of Hive's current categories.

 

[FlameofChange]

I suggest a Zone 51 raid mini RTS / TD map

 

[Halithor]

I'd like to see a mini-mapping contest focused on hero customization. No real prescription on what type of map you make to support the hero customization, but just the requirement that the most primary mechanic in the game is your hero's customization. Hero defenses, RPGs, Hero areas, Custom Hero Survival-styles all seem like good options, but it would be cool to let each contestant pick what style of map they use to customize heros.

Regardless of theme, I'd like to propose that we should make the game be a 2-4 player game. The past couple mini-mapping contests have been single player which I feel like doesn't take advantage of the best part of WC3: playing with other people!

 

[Ziadoma]

I suggest PvP Minigames.

 

[ThompZon]

I'd like to see a mini-mapping contest focused on hero customization. No real prescription on what type of map you make to support the hero customization, but just the requirement that the most primary mechanic in the game is your hero's customization. Hero defenses, RPGs, Hero areas, Custom Hero Survival-styles all seem like good options, but it would be cool to let each contestant pick what style of map they use to customize heros.

Regardless of theme, I'd like to propose that we should make the game be a 2-4 player game. The past couple mini-mapping contests have been single player which I feel like doesn't take advantage of the best part of WC3: playing with other people!

I like this idea, although very vague (I hope that I have time this time around).
I haven't made a techtree either, so could be fun too!
I think this means that I don't have an actual opinion, as long as I can make fun custom abilities

 

[Ziadoma]

Okay hear me out guys, the best topic: Ducks.

 

[ThompZon]

Okay hear me out guys, the best topic: Ducks.

Hmm... There are models for that...

Warcraft 3 Custom Models

Download custom models for Warcraft 3.

www.hiveworkshop.com

 

[Archian]

Alright, these are themes suggested so far (updated: 06-09-2022)

Mini RTS
Hero Customization
PVP Minigame
Mini RPG
Mini Defense Map against Zombies etc.
Racing map

Please keep on posting your ideas!

 

[The Nightmare Book]

RPG. RPG never changes. Story one, action - no matter, just RPG.
We already have 26 pages of RPG maps on HIVE, why not another one?

 

[Blahblah_Blagar]

How about a mini metroidvania?

 

[Villagerino]

A mini Defense map with customizable heroes & items against waves of creeps: a modern warfare defense against zombies, a castle defense, something lore-wise or whatever

 

[FeelsGoodMan]

A racing map. Basically get from point A to point B faster than the computer.

 

[The_Silent]

Unique: Something fun and enjoyable, yet it doesn't quite fit into any existing map categories.

 

[Archian]

Unique: Something fun and enjoyable, yet it doesn't quite fit into any existing map categories.

Perhaps a little too vague for a contest theme?

 

[Rufus]

I'm not sure I get to vote as I don't plan to participate, but a boss foght theme or @Blahblah_Blagar's idea would be cool to see!

 

[ThompZon]

I like the metroidvania idea
Boss battle was a recent theme (that I really wanted to participate in, but wasn't able to at the time) but I wouldn't mind if it was the theme again xD.

 

[The_Silent]

Perhaps a little too vague for a contest theme?

The important part is the last part. It has to be something really original to a point where it doesn't fit any of the Hive's current categories.
But yeah, would make it hard for judges, as it would be a very varied set of maps as a result.

 

[xorkatoss]

+1 on the Mini RPG theme

 

[Archian]

The important part is the last part. It has to be something really original to a point where it doesn't fit any of the Hive's current categories.
But yeah, would make it hard for judges, as it would be a very varied set of maps as a result.

Can you give me some examples of something that doesn't fit any current categories? That would make it more clear.

Updated first post.

 

[Otherknownoise]

RPG and RTS are always good themes for wc3. Like campaign chapter map.

 

[Cokemonkey11]

Something single player in case reforged is broken at the time of the contest

 

[Archian]

Shall we soon set up the theme poll? Or do people need more time to discuss theme ideas?

 

[ThompZon]

Shall we soon set up the theme poll? Or do people need more time to discuss theme ideas?

I'd guess the @The_Silent speaks... Ohh, I mean, the silence speaks for itself (never heard that joke before, I'm sure xD). Time to poll! (imo)

 

[Archian]

Time to vote: Mini-Mapping Contest #20 - Theme Poll

 

[The_Silent]

I'd guess the @The_Silent speaks... Ohh, I mean, the silence speaks for itself (never heard that joke before, I'm sure xD). Time to poll! (imo)

Ah, yeah. Too late, but I'm happy it were added anyway.

The theme is particularly about creativity. So mentioning to many examples would be kinda counter to the point.

But I guess some low hanging fruits might be a point-and-click map or an fps.