Create your own levels and game mods Build single- and multi-player levels, add scripts, and share your mods Ever wonder what Quake 4 would be like if it included that especially cool weapon you dreamed up? Here's the fun and easy way? to find out. Start by creating a basic level, and then discover how to include your own weapons and effects, change colors, add textures, and send your creations out into the world. Everything you need to get started -- * Adobe? Photoshop? Elements tryout version * WinZip? evaluation version * The Compressonator and NormalGapGenerator by ATI Technologies, Inc. * Sample tools, textures, and examples from the book * For details and complete system requirements, see the CD-ROM appendix. Discover how to * Work with various modding tools * Develop a map * Alter user interfaces * Paint and decorate your level * Script advanced actions * Distribute your creations online
While this book does primarily cover mapping for Quake 4 (which is a form of modding), it also covers other aspects of modding (although in lesser detail). However, if you want to make a new level for the game, this book rocks. It comes with complete examples on making maps from start to finish. It shows you how to make custom textures for your maps and characters. Then it shows you how to package and release your map to the world. [...] Definitely worth the price. You'll be making your own maps for your friends or clan by the end of the weekend.
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