Create your own levels and game mods Build single- and multi-player levels, add *s, 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 bookFor 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
作者簡介
Erik Guilfoyle is the originator and manager of the game-modding Web site www.modsonline.com, as well as vice president of a company specializing in 3D modeling, animation, and motion graphics.
圖書目錄
Introduction Part I: The ABCs of Modding Chapter 1: Modifying the Game Chapter 2: Getting Familiar with Modding Tools and Techniques Chapter 3: Breaking Down the Game Part II: Making Your Own Maps Chapter 4: Getting Set Up for Mapping Chapter 5: Creating Your First Game Map Chapter 6: Decorating the Scene Chapter 7: Adding Lights and a Player Chapter 8: Putting the Pieces Together Part III: Expanding Your Creation Chapter 9: Expanding Your Map with Additions Chapter 10: Building with Optimization in Mind Chapter 11: Heading to the Great Outdoors Chapter 12: Adding a Few Details Chapter 13: Playing Alone or with Someone Else Part IV: Going Beyond the Basics Chapter 14: Scripting Advanced Actions Chapter 15: Creating Custom Textures Chapter 16: Gaming with GUIs Chapter 17: Separating Your Files Chapter 18: Re-Skinning the Models Chapter 19: Showing the World Part V: The Part of Tens Chapter 20: Ten Great Tips and Tricks Chapter 21:Ten Great Mods Appendix Index