Ultimate Apocalypse Maps - New Maps Released (8/10/11)

[Cylarne_04]

After the release of the Ultimate Apocalypse mods version 1.62.5, the Apocalypse mod team is planning to create a newer environment designed specifically for the Apocalypse mods. The mod itself is outstanding, and now, we're adding to the mod many maps that are 100% compatible with the Apocalypse Mods. The maps are below, enjoy.

Map Downloads

Apocalypse Maps (0.6)

Requirements:
- Dawn of War Soulstorm.
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Map Installation:
- Extract all files from the downloaded map pack into...
NO! ----> Destination = Dawn of War game main directory\DXP2\data\scenarios\mp.
YES! ---> Destination = Dawn of War game main directory\*mod*\data\scenarios\mp.
- Start Dawn of War game.
- Go into skirmish and there should be 6 maps, Apocalypse(2), Apocalypse(Day 2), Apocalypse(4), Apocalypse(Day 4), Apocalypse(6) and Apocalypse(Day 6).
- Wala, you're done.
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This map is a large map, 512x512. There are 2-6 player maps and they can be run in any Dawn of War game. It is mostly played by the Apocalypse modifications but it is a free for all do whatever you want map in any modification you choose. This does not require a fast computer.

Download: Apocalypse Maps Version (0.6)

Map - Cold Paths (BETA)

Requirements:
- None.
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Map Installation:
- Extract all files into...
NO! ----> Destination = Dawn of War game main directory\DXP2\data\scenarios\mp.
YES! ---> Destination = Dawn of War game main directory\*mod*\data\scenarios\mp.
- Start Dawn of War game.
- Go into skirmish and there should be Cold Paths (4) within the map selection menu.
- Wala, you're done.
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This map is a medium sized map based on a cold winter terrain. 4 players total are allowed. Each player has two strategic points starting at their base along with a relic, critical location and a slag deposit. This map can contain huge battles even at its size and is used greatly for the Apocalypse mod. There are some features placed like trees and such along with a large river splitting areas of terrain from one end to the next. There are also trenches added for units to take cover in and there are also snowy sand bags placed around strategic points for extra cover. Most importantly, there is one particular location that looks uber special, and that is player 1's position. At player 1's position, there is a huge mountain side which the player starts on, and leads all the waydown to the rest of the players are by a huge ramp, "protected" by Warp Gates. All positions are balanced and unique. Also take note of the extra paths from above, they provide cover and used as a unique tactic for sneaking passed the enemy unseen.

Download: Cold Paths (BETA)

Screenshots

Map - Apocalypse (Night)


Map - Apocalypse (Day)


More screenshots will be available soon!

[Sataman]

Hmm..Good to hear that,but wont there be a lot of lag? I mean there are 8 players with huge armies..

[Cylarne_04]

Um, no.

[Sataman]

haha well ok

[Whiteshield]

What kind of new environment?... Please create new models for the environment or its not new, just rarely seen. A good and easy move would be some extra models (models already existing, but have copies) except they use different textures. Think of Thudo's Inquisition Linear Campaign where the necron environment structure textures have alternate marble textures.

[Cylarne_04]

@Whiteshield: Rock environment.

[Jaguar-Lord]

Thudo's Inquisition Linear Campaign where the necron environment structure textures have alternate marble textures.

ehmm...except it is Jaguar-Lord team Inquisition linear campaign. "Thudo" wich i guess must be "Thudmeizer" is not related to this project (for the moment).

[Cylarne_04]

Jaguar Lord! Howdy dude!

Damn, didn't recognize that statement, my bad.

@Whiteshield: Forgot what to say.

[Whiteshield]

@JL - Oops. My apologies. My bad. I got you two mixed up.

[GMB]

would a 1025 size map not be more suitable? just a thought..

[Jaguar-Lord]

and now, we're adding to the mod a large map capable of a true Apocalypse.

not that large...
lets see what he is up to, but i agree a 1024x1024 map would be better. given the size of the armies on the field, with 8 player an a 512map, the sm commander can see the enemy building from his bathroom window!

[Cylarne_04]

Yep 1024x1024. You can fit a... no 3 or 4 Warlord titans without clumpiness... I hope, as the map should contain the largest seen fit army possible. I mean the size of the large spaces between the map compared to detail won't be a problem in the future. It is right now almost... blank but I hope to add in some cool stuff.

If you don't like 1024x1024 size maps then... *sigh* I'll do up another, same idea just smaller.

I guess I'll say very large then instead of large.

[Krronus]

Oh goodie. Keep up the good work man, but don't take too long of a break.

Anyway, ETA?

[Cylarne_04]

Anyway, ETA?

Before people grow impatient.

[demetrius]

about apocalypse maps 2,4,6,why are they night maps,can you make day maps??

[Krronus]

That would be possible if I have the maps to change with, but Cylarne deleted the link so, if anyone gives me the Apocalypse maps, I can do it for you.

[demetrius]

i will do it myself, if it is easy??what i need to do and where??

[Krronus]

Um, actually I really do appreciate it if I do it and I get those maps because I want them maps bro. Please? I could perhaps reupload them too.

EDIT: Nevermind, I have the maps now thanks to a fan. Wait until Cylarne arrives then things would be set.

[Cylarne_04]

Ok, so, the map might be out sooner than I thought, just gotta finish up Chaos then finish that darned map. There is a day time Apocalypse map too so... yay!

[Eterous]

When the Map/maps are done will there be a link in this forum or the main forum for them?

[Cylarne_04]

Good question, good question. Krronus is posting the map link then I'll put the link in the first post here. I'll put a critical link in the main thread linked here.

EDIT: Um, so Krronus is not working on the maps right now as he is serving in the Libya war. just freekin wonderful. Map release is delayed. Grr.

To Krronus: Go army strong.

[Cylarne_04]

Ok, so today I just jiffied up a rather "small" map that contains all of the base points (Relic, Critical Location, Slag Deposit, etc.). It actually turned out pretty cool, worth an hour work or so. ETA, whenever today.

Actual Apocalypse map (main) is in progress. just don't know when it will be finished, so stay tuned!

[demetrius]

i hope day maps will be made too.

[Cylarne_04]

Um, they are, download mistah!

[Setsuna269]

Brother Cylarne!Can you upload it to megaupload?I have problem when download with filefront.

[Cylarne_04]

Bump.

@All: Hey, now I have 1.2 tools back on me new computer any strange map problems I should know about?
Secondly, the main Ultimate Apocalypse map was burried in the destruction of my old laptop. Project terminated.

@Setsuna: Do you still request what you request?

[Setsuna269]

Yes!Can you do that for me please!

[Cylarne_04]

Well, can't, tried. Sorry. If someone would do that, that would be great.

[Jaguar-Lord]

what the prob bro' ?

[Cylarne_04]

I'm trying to upload the maps to something like MegaUpload and such, but I get errors. Some kind of ####### error. Yet Setsuna is stuck and having trouble downloading from Filefront.

[Jaguar-Lord]

tried filefront ? http://www.gamefront.com/files/upload
if you cant upload to any such servers you should check if it is only this file, if it happens with every file you try to upload i bet some malware is in action....
either in your system or encapsulated itself in the files you are trying to upload....

try the second line actors on the hosting market.

[Cylarne_04]

Bump. Hey new maps released. The new maps are under Map Downloads/DOW: Soulstorm New Maps

Or go here VV

DOW: Soulstorm Improved Maps

Requirements:
- Dawn of War Soulstorm.
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Map Installation:
- Extract all files into...
Destination = Dawn of War game main directory\DXP2\data\scenarios\mp. OR
Destination = Dawn of War game main directory\*mod*\data\scenarios\mp.
- Start Dawn of War game.
- Go into skirmish and play the maps.
- Wala, you're done.
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This map pack includes fixed maps from the DOW: Soulstorm game, and includes new maps which I added myself. All maps that were fixed, were improved by my fingers. All maps that were fixed now include at least a relic and a critical location on every map. Little areas of balance were fixed, and some maps that are glitched with the ability to move in little tiny areas across mountains and hills were patched. On a couple maps, I have revamped with more fun, and on some maps, I added slight strategical positions, like cover, negative cover, and even slag deposits.

These are improved maps, all of them, and for this mod especially, ALL MAPS CAN OBTAIN AN APOCALYPSE. All maps can allow you to unleash your superweapon, and all maps are a little bit more interesting to play. If you don't have this map pack downloaded, you might as well download it since it is a very small package and won't take much of your time to install.

Download: DOW: Soulstorm Improved And New Maps - Version 2
Download: DOW: Soulstorm Improved And New Maps - I stupidly forgot to put in some of the fixed maps, including Into the Breach, Apocalyzed Tartarus Center, Moon Base, Rhean Jungle, Oasis of Sharr and a couple more. The above link, above the above link now includes them all.

[METAL GOD]

HELLO: please take a look this link don´t work well Apocalypse Maps (0.6): Download: http://="http://www.gamefront.com/fi...s: Version 0.6

[Cylarne_04]

Whatever happened, it works now. Thanks METAL GOD.

[GMB]

nyurhh, coulda warned me that downloading the "improved" versions of DOW maps would render the "standard" versions useless online as it completely replaces them

[Jaguar-Lord]

the error Cylarne made is to tell people to extract maps

Destination = Dawn of War game main directory\DXP2\data\scenarios\mp.

Why the hell did you say this Cylarne ?
this is a mistake and should be avoided whenever possible.
+when you are designing custom maps for a mod, every single bits of your custom content MUST be contained in *mod_name*/DATA/scenarios/mp. unless you want to break your original game multiplayer online compatibility.


+i can't dl the map pack because link direct me to the uploading page of filefront , but i hope you have changed the name of the map so the modified "improved" map are clearly identified and DO NOT OVERRIDE the vanilla ones. very popular map like "Rhean Jungle", "Into the Breach", "Kasyr Lutien" makes +80% of the games hosted on gamespy network, so breaking online play is a bit silly.

[demetrius]

i liketo be made if possible destructable terain like in dow2??

[GMB]

presumably deleting the "fixed" map files from my mp folder will fix my online play...

[Cylarne_04]

Aw geeze, my bad. Updated!

i liketo be made if possible destructable terain like in dow2??

I'll think about it. In the meantime, do something crazy.

presumably deleting the "fixed" map files from my mp folder will fix my online play...

Why you little... they are improved actually for this mod specifically because you can unleash the Apocalypse on ALL maps. Plus I added some extra maps for a little bonus. Just read the description, it doesn't lie.

[Precaution]

"your custom content MUST be contained in *mod_name*/DATA/scenarios/mp." so if i use gameranger to play with a friend, i can't place them in xp2? because i'm confused on where im supposed to put the maps now, what's *mod_name* supposed to be??

[PsykoTenshi]

Gah, I can't stand that potentially misleading last reply.
In the particular case of UA, maps loaded in "\Dawn of War Soulstorm\BETA_Apocalypse\data\scenarios\mp" are also available on XP2/New Races, or how you may like to call it, so there's no need to place them on XP2 as well (which would cause duplicated entries/errors/something not good... dunno, never tried that)

"*mod_name*" represents the mod of your choosing, as you can install any map on any mod. So that "mod_name" may be BT_mod (Black Templars), inquisition_daemonhunt (self explanatory), etc.

Something I think I should clarify as well. The "mp" folder may not be there. Many practically panic when seeing this. Why? Just make a new folder and name it "mp". Put the new maps in said folder, done!