#Blocktober: Designing Large-Scale POIs It’s been a minute since my last BLOCKTOBER post, so let’s talk about designing large-scale POIs and avoiding scope creep. When starting a large space, it’s tempting to jump straight into building everything you have in mind. Instead, start with the big picture. For my Colosseum POI in Project Kyzen, the goal was to establish a strong landmark with interesting spaces for players to explore and fight through. Here are a few things to keep in mind when starting a large POI: Define the purpose. What makes this location worth visiting? Establish its gameplay identity before building. Start with the macro layout. Identify major landmarks, routes, entrances, and key gameplay spaces before worrying about individual buildings or props. Prioritize your core experience. Figure out what players absolutely need to experience. Build that first, then expand if the design calls for it. Set boundaries. Establish a clear footprint and stick to it. Every additional building, route, or encounter adds development and testing time. Validate early. Playtest your blockout to see whether the space works before investing more time in it. A large POI doesn’t need to be packed with content to feel substantial. Strong landmarks, readable navigation, and purposeful gameplay spaces will take you much further than sheer size. Build the experience first. Expand only when the design earns it. Portfolio link: zswellstudios.artstation.com… #LevelDesign #GameDev

New patch has been pushed to the map! Patch Notes | Version 0.7 This update brings new vehicles, additional game modes, collision fixes, and quality-of-life improvements. NEW CONTENT New Vehicle: Added the Vulture gunship to the battlefield. New Game Modes: Added Capture the Flag, Territories, and Assault. FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS Collision Fixes: Fixed map geometry with missing collision, preventing players from passing through surfaces unintentionally. Vehicle Spawns: Adjusted Sparrowhawk spawn locations for improved balance and pacing. Points of Interest: Made small quality-of-life improvements to various POIs across the map. More updates and improvements are on the way as Battlefield Mombasa continues development. Thanks to everyone jumping in, testing the map, and sharing feedback! See you on the battlefield. Download the latest version here: reclaimerforge.net/listing/f… #halo #projectreclaimer