[CS GO] de_medieval (wip)

Hi,

I have recently started playing CS Go and decided I would create my own map. I found some excellent tutorials on worldofleveldesign.com and they helped me to first plan then block out my map.

I wanted to go for a medieval theme having grown up in a town that has a lot of medieval architecture that I could call upon easily for reference such as building, arches and bridges. I also wanted the map to feature a range of combat styles from long range to close quarters. I have tried to incorporate these aspects into my map.

I have blocked out the buildings for the map but still need to add the placement of object such as crates and barrels; stuff that can be used to create cover and block off long range sniping shots.

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The map file is attached if anyone is interested in giving it a go. All feedback is appreciated.

Cheers

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Spent a few hours after work doing a little art test to get a better feel for the style of the map and to gauge how long it will take to build each building. A bit naughty as I know I should be working on getting the layout completed first but happy with the results.

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Quote from 3Dnj

Instead of doing all the beam extruded in brush, you should consider making them in full new textures.

I can lead you to my birth city called DInan wich is a medieval city.

Quote from El Moroes

Yes it is !

As many villages in Europe !

You can also check the villages in Alsace (France) :

Quote from catfood

Monschau (small German town) is also a good place to look for reference

Thanks for the reference materials. Europe certainly has a great heritage and beautiful architecture. I am from Stratford Upon Avon in the UK, better known as Shakespeare country! I thought Stratford was nice but these are beautiful places!!

I am going to try and get a more finalised layout before I really get into constructing this Medieval town.

Also 3Dnj, I think I will create some of my own textures with the wooden beams. This will significantly speed up the process especially for the lesser important surrounding background buildings.

Quote from Squad

I can see the whole village coming alive like that

Layout seems simple (in a good way!) and fun. Don't hesitate to request a playtest

Thanks, I will take you up on his soon.

A quick update-

• Made a few alterations to the layout but still needs more work.
• Dressed up a couple more buildings.
• Thinking about changing the name of the map to "de_olde".

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Quote from Squad

Looking good! What does "olde" means?

Olde is used to describe an old-fashioned style that is intended to be quaint and attractive. It was used a lot in Englands past for example "Ye Olde Town". I was trying to make a play on words as cicinnati has pointed out.

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"Ye Olde" is a pseudo-Early Modern English stock prefix, used anachronistically, suggestive of a Merry England or Deep England feel. A typical example would be Ye Olde English Pubbe or similar names of theme pubs.