Crypt's Mix Server
My Halo:Custom Edition dedicated server features a mix of my favourite classic and custom maps. The custom maps are some of my own creation and also include some of my favourite maps made by others. You can download the custom maps from the following links..
Mapping Projects:
bc_carousel_mp
BC_Carousel_MP (or Caro 2 for short) is a complete remake of the original Carousel map from Halo PC. The original map has a derelict feel to it - in fact it's also known as 'Derelict'. It can be a little cramped with 16 players in it though.
Caro 2 has a different feel to it. It's designed to look shiny and new - perhaps how the original Carousel might have looked when it was first built. It's also a little more 'roomier'. I added an additional upper gangway which can be accessed via additional teleporters. It also has a 'Shee Bay' below the main play area which allows players to jump in a Banshee and fly around outside.
Outside Caro 2. [Get this map from Halomaps]
bc_raceway_final_mp
Halo has a little used 'Race' game type. There are a few user-designed custom maps that are designed specifically for the race game type, but none of them really do the game type justice, in my opinion.
I decided to make a racetrack because of the lack of good race type maps. Raceway is my biggest mapping project and took months of my spare time to finish and I'm extremely proud of the end product.
All gametypes have been implemented in the map with race being the most fun and crazy king coming in a very close second :)
Crazy King on BC Raceway. [Get this map from Halomaps]
The following video shows one complete lap of the track and shows the names of key points in the map. Also, I'd like to point out that there is no 'correct' way to go around the track - I've often seen players cussing because they have been knocked off the track by another player going 'the wrong way'. The whole point is to reach the next waypoint on the race route - regardless of the route or method by which you achieve that waypoint. The ensuing chaos is all part of the game - and the FUN!
bc_matzors_temple_mp
Born of an idea from a friend (matzor), Matzor's Temple is a small map for about 8 players. It's ideal for short, intense solo or team games like CTF and Slayer.
Matzors Temple. [Get this map from Halomaps]
What's Next?
Clearing Ground.
Another map that is designed to compliment the race gametype, but also designed to make CTF and other gametypes work well.
Mansion.
A spooky mansion. Work goes well on this. It's nearly ready for release after having been tested for gameplay balance by a few friends. Looks set to be another short, intense game favourite.
Contact
If you want to contact me, add 'blackcrpyt' as a friend through Xfire. Please DON'T do so just to ask if I can fix your map or teach you how to make maps!
If you're looking for tutorials or advice on making maps for Halo CE, please check out Halomaps - it's a massive resource of Halo CE custom content and has a very active forum with lots of advice (and crit) up for grabs.
