Exploring 3D Map Mod using 2D map assets

[Umbra_TSSI]

I wasn't quite satisfied with the 3D graphics, mainly because it was somewhat hard for me to get a feel for the terrain. So I wanted to simplify it a bit like playing tabletop gaming only in 3D.

This is the idea, something like playing miniatures on a 3D surface.

Here's an example, what do you think of the concept?

[Umbra_TSSI]

Another example:

[jbmoore68]

I like it! Very nice

[Jason Petho]

That's a great idea!!

[Umbra_TSSI]

I've been exploring "proof of concept" concerning a 3D companion mod to my 2D Boardgame Vibe mod. The concept being simplicity of graphics to focus attention visually to what is important to know at a glance while remaining aesthetically pleasing to look at. I used this concept with the 2D mod and want to see if it can be applied to a 3D equivalent.

I took three screenshots, all at the same location on the same map. The first two are of the 2D mod working with the potential 3D mod, the third screenshot is with no mods activated.

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I think it has potential...

[Jason Petho]

Unfortunately, I don't see the images in the last post. They are all broken for me.

[Umbra_TSSI]

Unfortunately, I don't see the images in the last post. They are all broken for me.

Yeah, tried to imbed view links from Mediafire instead of attachments... guess that's a no go.

[Umbra_TSSI]

Looks like I got them in the post, Jason.

[Jason Petho]

That looks really cool! What a good idea!

[Umbra_TSSI]

That looks really cool! What a good idea!

Thank you, I'm glad you like it.

I think for me and maybe others that grew up with Risk and Panzer Leader, stylized graphics in a game board environment hits the sweet spot.

[Jason Petho]

If possible, I'd recommend adjusting the colour of the marshes/swamps to a just a tad darker blue than the other water features.

I think that would look better.

[Umbra_TSSI]

Yeah, I took note of the marsh/swamp vibrancy, in the 2D mod it isn't as striking because the overall color saturation level is high for that boardgame feel. But in the 3D environment it stands out a bit too much because the color of those assets are somewhat muted comparatively.

Thank you for your feedback, Jason... appreciate it.

[Umbra_TSSI]

If possible, I'd recommend adjusting the colour of the marshes/swamps to a just a tad darker blue than the other water features.

I think that would look better.

For a first test I went with a close approximation to the rice patty water... I think the sage was a little too vivid for the 3D map.

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[Jason Petho]

Oh heck yes, that's way better!!

[Crossroads]

I really like this as well, really looking forward towards trying this out live once you are done!

[Jason Petho]

Me too, I'm stoked to try this!!

[Rosseau]

I am no expert - on modding or with CS:VN - but this looks very, very exciting.

Best wishes on a brilliant graphics mod for a brilliant game.

[Big Ivan]

Yeah that does look really good! Some nice work there for sure Umbra_TSSI!

[Umbra_TSSI]

Thank you everyone for the kind words and encouragement.

I believe I've finished getting the mod together, I'm just doing some playtesting at this point.

Here are a couple Dak To pics...

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[simovitch]

I just started playing JTVN and was very happy to see that this mod (Community Mod - 3D Tabletop Gaming Mod) made it into the game. And then I noticed during play that unidentified enemy units do not show up at all, not even a "?"... so I have to toggle back and forth to 2D to see the "?" units. I really like the look but am rather disappointed with this bug. Hoping this has been fixed or is planned for.