DM-Fane
Map Info
	File Name dm-fane.zip Author Ulukai Gametype UT Deathmatch Date Added 08-19-2001 File Version 1.00 File Size 940 kb Player Count 2-2 Map Description None Review Rating 6.5 User Rating 7.5 Overall Rating 7.5
Review
Reviewer Mister_Prophet Awe Score:  1.5/3 Date 01-24-2003 Build Score:  2.5/3 Review Schema Cast Score:  2.5/3 User Point:  +1 Overall Score:  7.5/10 Ive been playing this map for quite some time. There are so few quality 1 on 1 maps out there, but this one stands its ground. The map works for me visually, even though it is a generic tech/brick map. It does have some rain fx to bring some originality to its simplistic theme. The map isnt too detailed, but then again it doesnt have to be. Maps like this are made for the sole purpose of playing fast, and the visuals carry out their role. For looks, this map can go head to head with any of the tech Epic maps, although I wished the rain had some puddle effect underneath them. The rain seems rather trendy and not really atmospheric (but looking for atmoshpere is a tech map is pointless). There is red lights too, and the crawlspace that leads to the lift may be too dark for some people. Overall, the map looks average, and thats fine for some online fun. My favorite part of the map is gameplay. The author avoids room-corridor-room tactics wherever possible, but there are some side halls that loop around to other parts of the main room. This is a true 1 on 1 map if I ever saw one. I certainly have yet to be bored playing Fane. You cant even relax once you off somebody, cus the next second they can spawn in front of you or someplace where they can immediatly shoot you. With two hardcore players, this map can offer some serious challenge. Sound fx warnings are added too, puddles can alert your position to the enemy. Better looking 1 on 1 maps have landed my harddrive, but few of them are as frantic as this map. I personally like the chaotic pace, and that is exactly what a good 1 on 1 should be like. The action flows like fine wine. Bots arent Brainiacs, but on godlike they can offer some good resistance.Overall gameplay is nothing new, but the way it is setup in Fane the final result just works better than most others. The Prophets Verdict: Definitly worth a look, one of the better 1 on 1 maps from a gameplay viewpoint. I would kill to see a map with this pace AND a strong atmospheric presence. Its a pity most good 1 on 1 maps are wasted on the unimpressive generic tech theme.
Map Comments
[morpheus] 02-17-2003 08:30 AM MST Rating: 8   Many things in this map could be better. But not the atmosphere. It has a soul. A sad one... mrbee 01-16-2003 10:07 PM MST Rating: 8   Hey Super Man ! even with the Ut2k3 it is one good played map on or server ! Ut is Ut and Ut2k3 is Ut2k3 ! Homeslice 02-28-2003 04:42 PM MST Rating: 9   It's in my DM map rotation, and it's one of his best, I think. I thought the mood, yes, was very melancholic and sad. The rain outside, the texturing, the music chosen, make the atmosphere what it is. That's why I like it. Ulukai 01-17-2003 01:20 PM MST   Sad, yea....I must have had Radiohead on when I made this ;) Fuzzy Logic 01-18-2003 05:48 AM MST Rating: 9   This is an excellent map. It has all the right ambience and effects. I imagined this map to be one you could sneak around - it has that kind of atmosphere, but it's just a bit too open to maintain any suspense. Great map anyway and one I will visit often. gyokusai 01-19-2003 09:09 PM MST Rating: 7   As [morpheus] put it, "Many things in this map could be better. But not the atmosphere." I agree, but I disagree on the rating since there's really a lot that could be better. Some things that are supposed to be solid, aren't. Polycount's puhdy high in some places. Lighting is, like, a bit too even. Bots are not too bright; they're easily beaten even at high levels. Z-axis combat is practically non-existent. Item placement's good, but there's too much ammo, and the place quickly mutates into Rocket Arena. Design's very simple, even I learned the map's layout after playing it only twice (I don't play CTF much, e.g., because my navigational skills are thoroughly abysmal.) And, topping the list, the place as such doesn't seem to make any sense whatsoever, neither as a fane, nor as anything else I can think of. So why a 7, still? Because, yes, the atmosphere is striking, and Radiohead indeed comes to my mind :-)). All faults notwithstanding, I just love to play this map... fragswill 01-26-2003 06:22 AM MST Rating: 7   This release is a deathmatch level designed specifically for the game Unreal Tournament. In other words, fans of Unreal Tournament will find themselves right at home. UnrealEditor has been used to create, as far as i know, all of the content. There is plenty of BSP around to make spaces to move in, and light sources to add some light. For players of the level the author has placed items in various locations, such as weapons, ammo and pickups. If you want to play bots, this is possible thanks to bot support. Ulukai made this map. Rating: Krull 01-26-2003 12:32 PM MST Rating: 9   wonderful!!! Bootycall 01-26-2003 11:52 PM MST Rating: 7   killer map! and ambient sounds/textures/water mixed with phenom music makes it a must download! The only prob I had is that it's kinda small, so with even 3v3 you're practically guarenteed a spawn kill :( But from a work of art standpoint , i'm impressed ith the overall target aspect. I want MORE!!!! deathbringer 01-27-2003 11:52 PM MST Rating: 8   not a perfectly balanced 1on1 for tourneys, but a sweet map nonetheless. Shadowlurker 01-30-2003 02:21 AM MST Rating: 6   I never really liked fane, i thought it had bad gameplay and was trying to be something it wasn't... but I forgot now :/ The atmosphere was nice enough though. lol @ radiohead btw :P perfusion 03-11-2003 04:54 PM MST Rating: 8   a very good 1vs1 map, good balanced, ... storm 03-11-2003 10:07 PM MST Rating: 9   ive had this map for AGES but never bothered to make a comment i think its really really good ;) goodjob DarkGriffin 03-14-2003 11:09 PM MST Rating: 5   I didn't like this map... I found it too overlit in many areas. I don't know how the atmosphere can be described as "sad". Didn't seem to sad to me... Manticore 10-12-2004 02:28 AM MDT Rating: 6   Decent gameplay. Good atmosphere. Botplay is spot on as usual.