2008-05-27, 02:08:59
im a little bit sceptical about custom maps in SC2.
on the one hand, the editor will improve greatly, definitely.
on the other hand, there are three races in SC2 (wc3 had four), and barely additional units i think (think of wc3 original CREEPS, mercs, tavern heros etc)
additionally, one of these races (zerg) wont fit into a map without aliens (heavy mutalisk tank -.-)
you will be able to import custom models, but the standard models are of even higher quality, so it might get even harder to find/make proper custom models.
and also, SC2 will have much fewer pre-made abilities (like the mothership ones), due to lack of these many heros.
i would be glad if all these points turn out to be wrong, but... i dont know... SC2 custom maps wont just be better. they will be different.
on the one hand, the editor will improve greatly, definitely.
on the other hand, there are three races in SC2 (wc3 had four), and barely additional units i think (think of wc3 original CREEPS, mercs, tavern heros etc)
additionally, one of these races (zerg) wont fit into a map without aliens (heavy mutalisk tank -.-)
you will be able to import custom models, but the standard models are of even higher quality, so it might get even harder to find/make proper custom models.
and also, SC2 will have much fewer pre-made abilities (like the mothership ones), due to lack of these many heros.
i would be glad if all these points turn out to be wrong, but... i dont know... SC2 custom maps wont just be better. they will be different.