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My work :
I decided to give myself a new challenge:
What about designing a multiplayer map for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (combining "COD's boots-on-the-ground combat" with omni-movement mechanics) that can be played in both 6v6 and 1v1 matches?
To achieve this, I used the COD4 Radiant Engine to create a playable blocky version of the map.
Here is the result:
The Abandoned Embassy is a medium-sized multiplayer map designed for intense, fast-paced 6v6 combat, while remaining versatile enough for smaller-scale matches like 1v1 duels. Set in a war-torn, dilapidated embassy shaped like a U, the map immerses players in a gritty, atmospheric environment.
The design skillfully balances verticality and open lanes to cater to a variety of playstyles. Players can engage in close-quarters combat within the narrow halls and rooms of the embassy or opt for tactical mid-range firefights in the open courtyard.
A standout feature of the map is the closed bridge connecting the upper floors of the U-shaped structure. This key strategic point serves as both a vital traversal route and a dominant control position. Holding the high ground here allows players to influence the flow of the match and gain a significant tactical advantage.
And here is the version of the map in the engine :
1st Floor:
The first floor is where the defending team spawns. They have multiple paths to choose from to engage the enemy team.
2nd Floor:
The second floor is where the attacking team spawns. They have several paths and multiple locations to hold down and defend against the enemy team.
The POIs :
The middle bridge offers a significant advantage to whoever controls it. It serves as a strategic path for moving between both sides of the map and provides an elevated vantage point to observe activity below and on the second floor.
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The east and west wing both provides close quater environments for the player. While being built simetrical, they are not the same.
East wing - 1st Floor
1st Floor - West wing
East wing - 2nd Floor
2nd Floor - West wing
Improvements and Next Steps:
- Conduct Closed Playtests: Run multiplayer playtests to gather gameplay data, assess balance, and fine-tune the design to enhance the player experience.
- Optimize Lighting: Adjust in-engine lighting for better visibility and to enhance the map’s atmosphere.
- Polish Visuals: Apply final textures and models to complete the map’s aesthetics.
- Reflect on Player Flow: Document insights from playtesting regarding movement flow and chokepoints, applying them to refine future map designs.
- Improve Scripting Skills: Add interactive lights in certain areas of the map and implement interactable doors.
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