New here, offering playtesting

[Paf]

1 hour ago, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

Thanks! 

Consider it qued

@Paf Level 9 edited.

Thanks! I'll watch it whenever it's finished uploading.

Thank you for testing!

1 hour ago, Dubbag said:

LMAO Enough with the birthday bean cake already @Paf! hahaha

I think I might continue the trend and have my next nanowadmo project use chocolate spagetti as the titlepic.

[vanilla_d00m]

2 hours ago, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

Thanks! 

Consider it qued
 

 

I was joking.  I know for shure If I played that map before I even completed the commercial doom games I wouldn't ever stand a chance.  That map has F*** this level written all over it.  Only seen couple people on youtube try it.

 

Good Luck!

 

If you do manage to beat it, then you are no ordinary gamer!

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

On 10/13/2021 at 3:17 AM, vanilla_d00m said:

https://www.doomworld.com/idgames/levels/doom2/megawads/ur

 

If you can beat map 30 on this wad (use the warp cheat during a level by typing idclev30 to get to it) you are not bad at doom anymore.

@vanilla_d00m

No recording (Wait your turn ;) )

But the big old boss face is right next to the entrance? was that the right one?

Edited October 15, 2021 by AlexIsBadAtDoom

[LordEntr0py]

38 minutes ago, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

@vanilla_d00m

No recording (Wait your turn ;) )

But the big old boss face is right next to the entrance? was that the right one?

You used mouse look didn't you? It's probably designed not to use mouse look.

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

2 minutes ago, LordEntr0py said:

You used mouse look didn't you? It's probably designed not to use mouse look.

Sure did! If mouse look has to be turned off on any of these levels I think it's gonna be a hard pass from me.

Nothing in the readme's about mouse look that I can see tho.

[LordEntr0py]

18 minutes ago, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

Sure did! If mouse look has to be turned off on any of these levels I think it's gonna be a hard pass from me.

Nothing in the readme's about mouse look that I can see tho.

Fair. "Limit removing" implies it heavily, since it's targeted for source ports which strictly adhere to classic Doom. But that isn't something you can just know as a relative newbie.

 

Obviously it's fine to run it on any source port that will run it, and generally people agree that you pay the WADs how you like, but there are some cases where it will break progression and be considered cheating.

 

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

3 hours ago, LordEntr0py said:

Fair. "Limit removing" implies it heavily, since it's targeted for source ports which strictly adhere to classic Doom. But that isn't something you can just know as a relative newbie.

 

Obviously it's fine to run it on any source port that will run it, and generally people agree that you pay the WADs how you like, but there are some cases where it will break progression and be considered cheating.

 

That is good to know, and I appreciate you telling me.

I stand by my no mouse look hard pass but it's good to know what I'm looking for. By ye warned all!

On topic, what a transition, in the new vid I take a jump I shouldn't have that I didn't even realise until I was watching it back, so I'll have to unbind that.
 

I didn't flag it, see if you can spot it?

Also invented arbitrary rules to make my own life harder.

Did it tho, first run technically...

Here it is. lvl9. It's a long one, grindy. be warned!

@Paf

Edited October 15, 2021 by AlexIsBadAtDoom

[smeghammer]

My newest is at alpha-release. Would love feedback on it!

 

Thank you!

 

 

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

On 10/16/2021 at 4:47 PM, smeghammer said:

My newest is at alpha-release. Would love feedback on it!

 

Thank you!

 

 

Qued!

Quite a que now, expect delays.

Thanks all for the requests all, feel free to keep them coming though it will take me some time to get to all of you.

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

@Paf

Here you go, 9. I'll understand if you want a do-over!

Just a short one, enjoy!

[Paf]

1 hour ago, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

@Paf

Here you go, 9. I'll understand if you want a do-over!

Just a short one, enjoy!

Thanks! 

I think when everything randomly died, you might have accidentally typed a command cheat or used a kill monsters bind, as there were enemies in the exit and the archvile on the pillar that falls out the ceiling cannot be killed early.

Thanks for testing!

(BTW, if you noticed me posting comments/replies on youtube and doomworld that are basically the same, I just do it because I don't know where you'll see it first)

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

2 minutes ago, Paf said:

Thanks! 

I think when everything randomly died, you might have accidentally typed a command cheat or used a kill monsters bind, as there were enemies in the exit and the archvile on the pillar that falls out the ceiling cannot be killed early.

Thanks for testing!

(BTW, if you noticed me posting comments/replies on youtube and doomworld that are basically the same, I just do it because I don't know where you'll see it first)

Ok, well that was unexpected! 

I assumed it was something relating to the map, I deff didn't type anything but I'm just now learning there's kill monsters bind so that sounds feasible if it's somewhere near wasd. 

I'll take another run at it if it's on me!

[Paf]

2 minutes ago, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

Ok, well that was unexpected! 

I assumed it was something relating to the map, I deff didn't type anything but I'm just now learning there's kill monsters bind so that sounds feasible if it's somewhere near wasd. 

I'll take another run at it if it's on me!

Sure, thank you! Also, iirc, you can type "bind kill monsters (insert unused and far away letter here)" for it bind to something else. Also, I think "none" works as a bind too, not 100% sure.

[LordEntr0py]

1 minute ago, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

Ok, well that was unexpected! 

I assumed it was something relating to the map, I deff didn't type anything but I'm just now learning there's kill monsters bind so that sounds feasible if it's somewhere near wasd. 

I'll take another run at it if it's on me!

Are you by any chance using the GZDoom install that I sent you? I have the ] key bound to the console command "KILL MONSTERS" for testing purposes.

Type bind ] in the console to see what it's bound do. Type bind ] "" to remove the binding.

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

28 minutes ago, LordEntr0py said:

Are you by any chance using the GZDoom install that I sent you? I have the ] key bound to the console command "KILL MONSTERS" for testing purposes.

Type bind ] in the console to see what it's bound do. Type bind ] "" to remove the binding.

This will be exactly it. 

I was using yours when I recorded that, but now have my own. I have [ and ] bound to mouse buttons on my G502. The ones directly to the left of the left click.

It's because some games don't recognise mouse 7/8 as a bind, but they will bind [ or ]. I Generally use them for inventory scrolling or special attacks.

Edited October 19, 2021 by AlexIsBadAtDoom

[LordEntr0py]

27 minutes ago, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

This will be exactly it. 

I was using yours when I recorded that, but now have my own. I have [ and ] bound to mouse buttons on my G502. The ones directly to the left of the left click.

It's because some games don't recognise mouse 7/8 as a bind, but they will bind [ or ]. I Generally use them for inventory scrolling or special attacks.

In that case, you'll notice P also toggles weapon sprite drawing and noclip-flying. Again for testing purposes, and taking screen grabs from decent angles. And O just toggles weapon sprites. That'll clear up a little confusion for you for later.

 

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

17 hours ago, LordEntr0py said:

In that case, you'll notice P also toggles weapon sprite drawing and noclip-flying. Again for testing purposes, and taking screen grabs from decent angles. And O just toggles weapon sprites. That'll clear up a little confusion for you for later.

 

Should be ok, as I say using my own install now.

Mystery solved at least.

But map 32 seems to be different now/in the updated WAD?

PleaseHelpWhyAmIDumb?

@Paf

@PAAAAAAAAAAAAAFFFF

Help me to not be stupid again please.

 

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

On 10/19/2021 at 10:13 PM, Paf said:

you might have accidentally typed a command cheat

@Paf

Just spotted this, savage.

If you're not fussed about another run through of M32 (in the vid) Or M32 (above) I'll move on to the next set of requests?

Genuine mistake in the vid because of an unfortunate binding combo as above. Anything you're still after?

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

On 10/5/2021 at 6:54 PM, SMG_Man said:

would appreciate it if you could give my megawad a shot. link's here:

any feedback at all would be v helpful

I'll give Paf some time to respond and clear up what's going on/requested regarding M32, but as it'll be the last map/couple of maps regardless..

@SMG_Man You're next in line!

So learning from past mistakes.. 

What Rules apply to the WAD?

e.g. Jump/crouch/mouse look?
Specific software settings? (recommended lighting zones or the like)
Would you be mad if I used Brutal Doom... ? Recently discovered this, and it's deff a preference, but if you're looking for true playtesting feedback over somone going slightly mad I'll completely understand.

Anything else I should be aware of?

I use GZDoom, Vulkan HW rendering and mouselook/Jump/Crouch by default.

[SMG_Man]

Alright, so first off, here's the most up to date version of the wad for you to use: DOOMWAVE_v_32a.zip

 

Second, about the intended gameplay:

 

• The WAD should be 100%-able without mouselook. If you prefer mouselook though, go ahead and use it; I'm not too fussed about mouselook (hell, I always use mouselook myself).

• I don't have them disabled by default, but each level is designed around NOT using jumping/crouching for progression. I did my best to prevent it as much as I could through the levels' architecture, but there are a ton of secrets and stuff that using the jump button can still trivialize, so please don't use them to reach places you're having trouble getting to. There is always a way!

• Besides balancing concerns, I've already included an expanded arsenal of weapons (and a bunch of new monsters as well) in my mod, and I'm afraid I do not know how Brutal Doom or similar mods will interact with it. I ask that you try going through it first without Brutal Doom to keep the intended balance and everything intact.

 

I'm not too sure about all the various Hardware rendering settings, but I recommend using either "Vanilla", "Software", or "Doom" sector lighting instead of the more flat "Bright" or "Standard" ones.

 

I look forward to hearing your thoughts on it!

Edited October 22, 2021 by SMG_Man

[Paf]

On 10/20/2021 at 12:06 PM, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

Should be ok, as I say using my own install now.

Mystery solved at least.

But map 32 seems to be different now/in the updated WAD?

PleaseHelpWhyAmIDumb?

@Paf

@PAAAAAAAAAAAAAFFFF

Help me to not be stupid again please.

 

Whoops, forgot to check Doomworld. You're using the updated version, with the balanced MAP09 and some edits. MAP32 is now MAP31, and the MAP32 is a new map I was working on, entered through some really subtle secrets.

Sorry for responding late.

 

Also, about the accidental console command, I meant typing combo, such as IDKFA or IDDQD, because TNTEM is a command in sourceports like Dos Boom or PrBoom that kills all monsters.

Edited October 22, 2021 by Paf

[Paf]

Also, remember to use LISTMAPS in the console to see every existing map later on.

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

2 hours ago, SMG_Man said:

Alright, so first off, here's the most up to date version of the wad for you to use: DOOMWAVE_v_32a.zip

 

Second, about the intended gameplay:

 

• The WAD should be 100%-able without mouselook. If you prefer mouselook though, go ahead and use it; I'm not too fussed about mouselook (hell, I always use mouselook myself).

• I don't have them disabled by default, but each level is designed around NOT using jumping/crouching for progression. I did my best to prevent it as much as I could through the levels' architecture, but there are a ton of secrets and stuff that using the jump button can still trivialize, so please don't use them to reach places you're having trouble getting to. There is always a way!

• Besides balancing concerns, I've already included an expanded arsenal of weapons (and a bunch of new monsters as well) in my mod, and I'm afraid I do not know how Brutal Doom or similar mods will interact with it. I ask that you try going through it first without Brutal Doom to keep the intended balance and everything intact.

 

I'm not too sure about all the various Hardware rendering settings, but I recommend using either "Vanilla", "Software", or "Doom" sector lighting instead of the more flat "Bright" or "Standard" ones.

 

I look forward to hearing your thoughts on it!

Sounds good to me!
Yeah I've been finding progressing with BD significantly easier, but quite a lot of fun. Then again it probably breaks balance less for me than for a lot of you! I appreciate you've built these maps a certain way so will run through them vanilla, but with mouselook.

 

 

51 minutes ago, Paf said:

Whoops, forgot to check Doomworld. You're using the updated version, with the balanced MAP09 and some edits. MAP32 is now MAP31, and the MAP32 is a new map I was working on, entered through some really subtle secrets.

Sorry for responding late.

 

Also, about the accidental console command, I meant typing combo, such as IDKFA or IDDQD, because TNTEM is a command in sourceports like Dos Boom or PrBoom that kills all monsters.

Gotcha. I'll take another run at it then! Cheers for the info.

 

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

Level re-done

@Paf

New vid here where I get to the end of 31 (was 32)

Also got through new 32, needs more ammo! Vid incoming for that

[Paf]

8 hours ago, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

Level re-done

@Paf

New vid here where I get to the end of 31 (was 32)

Also got through new 32, needs more ammo! Vid incoming for that

Thanks!

BTW, did you find the secret exit in MAP31 to MAP32? It's really crypic because of the difficulty and how scarce the ammo is (and will be when it's finished) in MAP32.

Thanks!

I'll rewatch the vids so I can write down your feedback when I get my PC back.

Probably finishing MAP32 soon after I get my PC aswell.

Thank you!

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

16 minutes ago, Paf said:

Thanks!

BTW, did you find the secret exit in MAP31 to MAP32? It's really crypic because of the difficulty and how scarce the ammo is (and will be when it's finished) in MAP32.

Thanks!

I'll rewatch the vids so I can write down your feedback when I get my PC back.

Probably finishing MAP32 soon after I get my PC aswell.

Thank you!

Hey no worries I hope it's helpful.

You don't need to keep thanking me, although it's kind I do this because I enjoy it!

And with respect if I stop enjoying it I'll stop doing it haha

Thank you (and everyone else here) for keeping me supplied with a steady stream of quality new maps to do it with!

I didn't find the secret exit, in all honestly if it's not in a vid it didn't happen. I record the playthrough with fresh eyes and don't generally go back after (which is part of why I die so often..) unless I failed to get to the exit, then I'll go back and also record it.

I suspect I'm slowly getting better.. or at least sucking slightly less.. so that's nice.

I'll try and get a mini one up of 32 tonight, though it'll be teeny because I'll basically have to edit the deaths out (contradicting what I just said about seeing the whole thing I guess..)

Edited October 27, 2021 by AlexIsBadAtDoom

[RetroAkaMe]

On 10/4/2021 at 7:28 PM, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

I'm Alex, and I'm bad at doom. 

Me too! I can't survive hurt me plenty in E1M3!

 

Well umm... I have a special Halloween wad and I'd like someone to play it.

https://www.doomworld.com/forum/topic/125366-demon-mansion-a-halloween-special-wad/

 

I have another wad (ahem it's not a mod it's an actual game wad) but it's kinda big, 3 episodes and might make a bonus fourth. It's gonna be way easier than doom (probably) and it's just a sequel of a kid friendly platformer I made. If you want to test that, tell me. It's not done though

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

2 hours ago, RetroAkaMe said:

Me too! I can't survive hurt me plenty in E1M3!

 

Well umm... I have a special Halloween wad and I'd like someone to play it.

https://www.doomworld.com/forum/topic/125366-demon-mansion-a-halloween-special-wad/

 

I have another wad (ahem it's not a mod it's an actual game wad) but it's kinda big, 3 episodes and might make a bonus fourth. It's gonna be way easier than doom (probably) and it's just a sequel of a kid friendly platformer I made. If you want to test that, tell me. It's not done though

Maybe we can co-op some time! Is that a thing?

I've got a healthy que building up, but consider yourself in it!

@Paf

Last level (so far) here.

Edited October 27, 2021 by AlexIsBadAtDoom

[RetroAkaMe]

22 minutes ago, AlexIsBadAtDoom said:

Maybe we can co-op some time! Is that a thing?

Ooo. Today I started deathmatching and all that multiplayer shinanigens and it's pretty cool. Tho in what context..?

[AlexIsBadAtDoom]

23 minutes ago, RetroAkaMe said:

Ooo. Today I started deathmatching and all that multiplayer shinanigens and it's pretty cool. Tho in what context..?

 

Well, may be nice to play through the level(s) with the creator, or just bring someone else along for the ride when I'm making these. I'd still like to post it here though. Just because I hope people would enjoy it, a play through tour sort of thing. Maybe?

I'm really making all this up as I go along but it's fun to do!