Tag "q3map2"
64-Bit J.A.C.K. q3map2.exe Compiler (Light Integrated)
DownloadThis is a 64-bit q3map2.exe map (Quake 3 format) compiler for J.A.C.K. that compiles the Valve Map Format 220 .map files that J.A.C.K. creates. This version...
64-Bit J.A.C.K. q3map2.exe Compiler
DownloadNote: There is a 64-bit q3map2.exe that allows J.A.C.K. s "normal" and "extra" light options to work for Quake 3 map compiler ... See "64-Bit J.A.C.K...
December Lab Report #11 of 12 - The Future, Embracing The Past
NewsZircon now supports protocol 666 and 999, giving it the ability to play demos recorded in Quakespasm, connect to a Quakespasm coop game or host a game...
September Lab Report #5 of 12
NewsDiscussion of DarkPlaces alternate source codes, Q3 mapping topics like infinite background, DarkPlaces "recall" CTRL-R.
Zircon Engine Initial Alpha Release 36 (source code)
DownloadIntended to resolve Linux compile issues some had (one user who previous had compile errors reports Linux compile now works). Source code for v 36. It...
Zircon Engine Initial Alpha Release 33 (Wndows binary, Linux will compile)
Download"folder" bug-fix, was using "id1" always instead of current gamedir. gamedir autocomplete was skipping "id1" folder because it was already the first gamedir...
August Lab Report #4 of 12
NewsLooking at water rendering methods and experiments with monsterclip and r_fakelight 2 plus a quick look at autosprite2.
August Lab Report #3 of 12
NewsSpotlights explored in detail including all the "too much information" needed to create one. And a discussion of func_video_text.
August Lab Report #2 of 12
NewsMaking impossible geometry, the Pac-Man machine and exploring rendering of 2D and the rendering of "2D" in 3D space.
August Lab Report #1 of 12
NewsAtmopheric lighting experiments and a discussion of coronas and shaders, including how they work and limitations.
Tools / References
TutorialThis page is a list of relevant tools like compilers or model editors and resources such as shader directive documentation.
Func_Text In Quake3_Quake1
TutorialHow to use func_text, the "easy label" in Quake3_Quake1 to quickly put some text or numbers somewhere in a map.
Curved Path Train (Func_Train / Misc_Mdl_Train)
TutorialShows how to make a curved path func_train in Quake3_Quake1 with path_corner entities by setting flag "[2] Train Turn To Face" on any path_corner destination...
Switchable Lights In Quake3_Quake1
TutorialAn examination of the switchable lights in Quake3_Quake1, how they work and how to get the best results.
Fence Textures, Glass Textures
TutorialAn examination of how "fence" textures, transparent textures and alpha transparent entities work using the Quake 3 map format.
It Starts With A Small Flickering Light
NewsA discussion of "dynamic light sources" in the Q3 map format and how they are not supported. And the story of how the next version of Quake3_Quake1 has...
Animated and Scrolling Textures (animap, tcmod scroll)
TutorialThis is an examination of how animated and scrolling textures work in Quake3_Quake1, which targets primarily the Quake 3 map format for use with DarkPlaces...
Worldspawn, Sky, Fog, Map Title, Worldhints
TutorialQuake3_Quake1: Examining the properties of the world entity (worldspawn) which includes the map title, the sky -- which in Q3 format often emits light...
Reflections, Mirrors, Flowing Water
TutorialDarkPlaces (and therefore Zircon engine) supports reflections, mirrors and various liquid effects. An examination of these follows.
Compiling Models Into a Map (misc_model)
TutorialThe Quake 3 map tools support compiling models (misc_model) into a map and they become part of the .bsp. These models collide and light according to their...
Rotating Doors / Cabinets / Ramps / Drawbridges
TutorialHow to construct rotating doors, cabinets, ramps, drawbridges with a map editor.
Character Talk Dialog - NPC talk dialog
TutorialNPCs can have dialog in Quake3_Quake1 (monster_any::talkdialog).
Books With Markup, Images, Multiple Pages
TutorialBooks tutorial in the form of item_readable. This tutorial covers how they work. They can have pictures and markup.
Quake3_Quake1 Playable Single Player Demo Release
NewsQuake3_Quake1 playable single player demo available:This Quake 1 single player mod makes DarkPlaces / Zircon feature available for mapping with a QuakeC...
Quake3_Quake1 Single Player Tech Demo Alpha 1
DownloadThis is tech demo of Quake3_Quake1 mapping kit with playable single player maps demonstrating the features available. These Quake 1 maps are Q3 format...
Zircon Engine Origins
TutorialIllustrations of Quake 1 BSP vs. Quake 3 BSP and allusions to the origin of this project.
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