- this space reserved for the release -

With MnP Squatters finally in our rear view mirror, we'd like to start up a new MnP dev thread concerning our next map project:

MnP Derelict!

The map has been in development for a little while now, but I have recently been trying to break out of a creativity block, so I have forced myself to start working on it today.

Without getting to wordy, the basic idea behind this map is: a space station was right smack in the middle of a run-of-the-mill exploratory mission when without warning it was bombarded by millions of small meteors. This left the ship a complete disaster and, noticeably, cut in half. Derelict will play out as a fort style map, with worms battling from across a chasm that is primarily made up of particles and chunks of what used to be an intact space station. It will be possible to cross to the other fort with the right kind of jumping or roping, but it should be tricky enough to frustrate or delight you.

I have attached a nice little preliminary screenshot below so let us know what you think!

http://www.mnpp.net/files/worms/inwork/Derelict1.jpg

Well I've got another nice little screenshot. Work on the "space hulk" is tedious and extensive. I've actually got a little outside help on this one too; Sheldon from the UK is helping with some creative research to keep me motivated to complete the map. Thanks!

Well here it is:

http://www.mnpp.net/files/worms/inwork/Derelict2.jpg

"Creative research"?

Also, I really like the whole giant screws thing. Seems really appropriate for a worms game!

"Creative research"?

Also, I really like the whole giant screws thing. Seems really appropriate for a worms game!

Hahah! Well thanks. Yeah he's helping me find material to inspire me to press on in the fight. Jer has been rather busy (he always is this time of year), so I went looking for outside help.