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* If your map is small, consisting of just a screen or two, try drawing lines and markers outside the level boundary to help you find the relevant area in [[Integrator]].
 
* If your map is small, consisting of just a screen or two, try drawing lines and markers outside the level boundary to help you find the relevant area in [[Integrator]].
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* To make the best possible use of space, try marking your new map up in a 16x10 grid. This will give you 6-1/4 screens across, and 10 screens vertically, to plan your level.
  
 
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[[Category: Recreational Software Designs]]

Revision as of 06:09, 29 November 2011

Map Maker
Mapmaker.png

Release type: Retail (Game-Maker suite)
Release date: 1991 (original release)
Author: Recreational Software Designs
Related tools: Palette Designer, Block Designer, Character Maker, Monster Maker, Integrator, Xferplay

Produces and edits .MAP format files. Programmed by Gregory Stone.

Version history

1994 - Version 3.00

Tips

  • If your map is small, consisting of just a screen or two, try drawing lines and markers outside the level boundary to help you find the relevant area in Integrator.
  • To make the best possible use of space, try marking your new map up in a 16x10 grid. This will give you 6-1/4 screens across, and 10 screens vertically, to plan your level.