Nexus2 – Rusted by Peter “Shadowdane” Weatherby
02-05-01: Nexus2 – Rusted by Peter “Shadowdane” Weatherby
This week’s selection for the Quake 2 LOTW takes us back a few years to a map that remains rock solid since the day it was released. I am talking about the level, Nexus 2 – Rusted created by Peter “Shadowdane” Weatherby. The level is “another wasted-theme map” but a far cry from the many “clones” which colonize the Strogg world. If one level has brought everything together in a single package, then Nexus 2 – Rusted is the level for you.
The basis of the level are four atriums scattered throughout the level with numerous rooms and hallways creating a well connected level. The level is not small by an stretch of the imagination and can comfortably accommodate 4-12 gamers. An original idea, combined with complex design and architecture make this level visually stunning. The use of phong shading allows for curved surfaces which create a unique effect in the depths of Rusted. What is a level without ambience to emerge yourself in? Rusted provides spectacular lighting, in many different forms and a vast array of sounds which are rather pleasing to the ear.
With a level of this magnitude, dead spots and slowed game play can often become a concern. While there are a few areas which were rarely played, a majority of the map does provide a mainstream for the fast paced action. Each atrium and room are characterized by a weapon and accompanying ammunition or specialty item. Many of the power-ups are tucked away from the heartbeat of the action. You must traverse narrow, winding corridors to scale a mountain of crates in order to obtain the power up you seek.
A feature included on Rusted which makes this level unique is “the BFG Time-Lock DoorTM which keeps the BFG locked up in the map and only makes it available via a button every 5 minutes.” Once the button is depressed an alarm is sounded which will cause nearby gamers to converge in order to prevent you from reigning mass destruction with the BFG.
Nexus 2 – Rusted combines all the integral parts that make a level successful. This map is in your face Quake II action and excitement. Are you ready?
– Download: nexus2.zip
– Author: Peter “Shadowdane” Weatherby
– Author’s Website: Shadowdane’s Map Palace.
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