I'm looking for a focused playtest with people who want to help and provide feedback. I have friends that play competitively, but individual feedback can only get you so far. I was just curious to whether there was an existing resource for playtesting that I was unaware of. What are good incentives for players to try new maps?

Hello! After searching around I've had trouble finding a place to get new maps tested for competitive play. It seems all the new map PUG groups are inactive. Beater just hosted a competition where contestants were able to get feedback, but now that that's over, there seems to be a lack of resources for mapper's looking for competitive centric feedback.

I guess I'm asking two questions. Are players interested in new maps, and if so, where can a mapper go to receive feedback?

As an unestablished mapper, I know it will be harder to find groups willing to test, but I would still like to try. Thanks.

My map thread.

Been awhile since I've posted an update here. I didn't do a very good job of keeping track of the updates, so let's consider this a fresh start. Looking to get this playtested. I'm available most evenings (6:00-10:00 CDT) for playtesting, but you are welcome to test without me as well. Appreciate any feedback I can get. Thanks!

If you'd like to contact me directly, you can add me on Steam or send me a DM on Twitter.

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Hello, if possible I would like this thread's name to be changed to koth_forklift.

Thanks!

I'm using Lawena's hud_killnotices HUD, while should display only the killfeed, but I'm having the PLR progress pop up. Any help?

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Edit: Figured it out.

Hi there. I've been trying to record this demo for awhile, but keep running into an issue where part of a viewmodel is missing. It's just this one, no others are giving me trouble. I've searched around but haven't had any luck. Here's the specific instance:

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Engineer is missing his right hand. :\ I'd be grateful for any help or a nudge in the right direction. Thanks!

Original post has been updated with new screenshots and links.

Tested this map on the TF2Maps.net server the other day and was fortunate enough to get some feedback from some of the members as well as the maker of cp_sunshine, Phi. I've made a major change by removing the doors connecting the side routes. This gets ride of the crazy flanks, so hopefully the map will play a little better.

As always, I'm looking for teams willing to playtest, so if you are interested, please post a comment here or message me on Steam. I should be available every night from 8pm-1am EST except for Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Thank you guys!

Oh! And I'm still trying to figure out a name. Suggestions welcome! :)

- Grizzly

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Just pushed out an update for this map today. If anyone is interested in playtesting, please let me know. I would love to be around to watch/hear, so if anyone would like to schedule something, just say so. I'm available Sunday - Saturday 8pm-1am EST. Just leave a comment here or add me on Steam.

If for some reason I can't make the playtest, or the time is inconvenient, I'd still love to get any feedback I can. Demos and recordings of voice chat are always awesome. Thank you!

- Grizzly

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Awesome, thanks for downloading the map and checking it out. I didn't realize there was a clipping issue with that roof. I'll get that checked out asap.

As for the gap, that's from my skybox brush. A lot of official maps has that as well, you just don't notice because you're never up that high. When I get into the detailing phase, I'll be sure to take care of it. Thank you, though! Really nice to know you took the time to look over the map that thoroughly.

Hey everyone, I'm back. I've been fiddling around with this map off and on for several months now and have finally come back with a new version. I have updated the original post with the most recent links and screenshots.

What I really need now is playtesting and feedback. As I mention in my post, my schedule right now is a bit inconsistent, so I might not be able to attend many playtests, but I would really love to hear some opinions on the map. I tested once with some UGC players and the results were mostly positive. Unfortunately, I have been unable to schedule another test.

Anyone who is interested in testing, please let me know! I would really like to get this thing off the ground and see where I can take it, but I need your help! Thanks again, guys.

Haha, yes it's been compared to Gorge a lot. The bridge is nearly identical to Gorge's second. That on top of the Gorge theme really draws a lot of comparisons.

Not "fixed," but definitely headed in the right direction. :)

Thanks for getting back with me so quickly. All of those issues are ones I've been trying to figure out how to remedy. That sightline is a nasty one, for sure.

I might move the spawn up (something I've been experimenting with in all the changes), but I would like to get it tested beforehand.

I've been working on this map off and on for a few years and am ready to get some solid feedback and focused testing. I am available most evenings (6:00-10:00 CDT), but please feel free to playtest without me.

If you'd like to contact me directly, you can add me on Steam or send me a DM on Twitter.

Current Version: koth_forklift_b2a

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