RedMew Miscellaneous Map Modifications

With 0.17.35 (and 0.17 to an extent) breaking all current saves available at redmew.com/saves, I have started going through all old maps in \map_gen\maps, noting any issues as they are run for public playthroughs.

Most of these are small changes that can be fixed easily with one or two lines of code, and are a great start for any new contributors.

Along with running the maps for any issues, it is also a good time in my opinion to start writing descriptions and information for each map, to eventually write on the website as a listing for all maps.

If you were linked here as "easy ways to contribute to the redmew code" or something similar, pick a comment not marked as resolved and read it. Once you have chosen a map, make the changes and open a PR.

May 06 '19 17:05 theorangeangle

Template for map testing:

Map Name

Version Tested

Codebase/Feature Issues Issues with features/modules not directly related to map generation, map difficulty being very unbalanced, or anything that doesn't fit in map generation issues below.

Map Generation Issues Issues with resource distribution, terrain not looking like it is supposed to, parts of the map being unreachable/unplayable, etc.

Short Description (for map info tab in-game) A couple sentences that describe the map and its changes that make it different from a normal, vanilla playthough. This section is typically where any jokes, puns, etc go along with any rich text, which can often help describe map features easier (using icons in danger_ores to show what is allowed versus a text list is a good example of rich text)

Extra Information (for map info tab in-game) A list of changes, put simply and with one change to a line. Things listed here are core changes (hail hydra enabled), not little things or information that could change based on the map seed.

May 06 '19 17:05 theorangeangle

Bacon Islands

Version: 0.17.36

Codebase Issues: Map preview image missing, landfill not disabled

Map Generation Issues: N/A

Update #907 should fix this.

May 06 '19 17:05 theorangeangle

Lines and Balls

Version: 0.17.36

Codebase Issues: N/A

Map Generation Issues: All balls generate the same ore pattern

Update #907 should fix this.

May 06 '19 17:05 theorangeangle

Beach

Version: 0.17.37

Codebase Issues: I changed the day/night cycle to the bright setting in config.lua, people seemed to be enjoying the change

Missing map preview image Market might need rebalance?

Map Generation Issues:

May 08 '19 03:05 theorangeangle

1000x

Version: Loads in .17.38, last tested in multiplayer in 0.16.51. Due to the extreme nature of this map I'm not sure a test in MP is feasible.

Codebase Issues: No map preview image.

Map Generation Issues: The infinite ore really is a pain on the eyes to play with - we might want to change the generation to be less of an eyesore.

One-line Description: Resources are not an issue as you march your way through the tech tree, 1000 times slower.

Extra Information:

There are infinite ores in every direction.
You have done basic research into how to build a factory. (Automation, Logistics, Military, Turrets)
The market does not offer what it normally does.
The biters are plentiful, but seem slow to evolve.
The sun's position seems unchanging.
Increased mining speed is enabled, but decreases as the game goes on.

May 14 '19 02:05 theorangeangle

Broken Web

Version: 0.17.39

Issues: None!

Short Description: This map is spanning the void like a Broken Web; In order to launch a rocket into space, you must collaborate like ants to build a breathtaking ant cave. credit: T-A-R

Extra Information: Confined space map with predictable terrain generation.

May 15 '19 03:05 theorangeangle

Connected Dots

Version: 0.17.45

Codebase Issues: Map preview should show more detail; landfill not disabled for select tiles.

May 15 '19 03:05 theorangeangle

Contra Spiral

Version: 0.17.39

Codebase Issues: It might have just been the lack of people, but biters seemed to be too much of a challenge based on chat logs.

Map Generation Issues: Cliffs spawn, pretty sure we want to remove them since the space is already confined enough. Ore distribution could also be a little higher, maybe we add in (frequent) tiny ore patches to make up for the ones covered up by void?

May 15 '19 03:05 theorangeangle

Crosses

Version: 0.17.41

Map Generation Issues: Looks like a swastika a bit, so I recommend not playing a public game and opening pandora's box. Maybe we should consider removal? After all, we have Crosses3

May 19 '19 05:05 theorangeangle

Crosses3

Version: 0.17.41

Codebase Issues: Generating diagonal_lattice produces the exact same map, right down to the ore and water locations. We should remove one of the two, to avoid confusion in the future.

Map Generation Issues: Stone covered up by void. While the issue is only on the current seed, it brings up the point that not all starting area resources are guaranteed in redmew maps, by overriding the base generation.

Short Map Description: Starting on the crossroads, you must choose wise to find a to escape. Dont get lost in this infinite maze of crosses. And careful not to hurt your neck, since this time, the maze is slightly on an angle. credit: T-A-R

May 19 '19 06:05 theorangeangle

Diagonal Spiral

Version 0.17.41

Map Generation Issues: Stone was too far away from spawn on this seed. This has been an issue on crosses3 as well, maybe we need some of way of guaranteeing all 4 base ores in the starting area, regardless of the seed? Since the void covers up a lot of typical patches in the game.

One-line Description: The terrain is spaghetti, make a base that fits it! credit: sockmeistr

May 20 '19 20:05 theorangeangle

map preview image for the beach, couldn't find the proper PR Beach_1850by995

May 21 '19 13:05 ghost

map preview image for the beach, couldn't find the proper PR

Thank you! Unless you are going to make a PR with the other fixes (enabling the "bright" day/night cycle in the beach.lua file itself) I will hold on to this for now, and mention you when the PR is open.

May 21 '19 17:05 theorangeangle

Danger Ores

Version: 0.17.42

Codebase Issues: Map has 83x pollution enabled, making the game very difficult. Should be reduced or disabled entirely, to reflect the changes made in later danger ore revisions.

May 21 '19 17:05 theorangeangle

map preview image for the beach, couldn't find the proper PR

Thank you! Unless you are going to make a PR with the other fixes (enabling the "bright" day/night cycle in the beach.lua file itself) I will hold on to this for now, and mention you when the PR is open.

fixed added the PR

May 22 '19 07:05 ghost

Default

Version: 0.17.43

Codebase Issues: Since this is the default map, we might want to add a disclaimer printed in chat reminding people that "if this is not the map you were expecting, please make sure that stuff is installed right and that you have read the FAQ/common problems".

May 27 '19 02:05 theorangeangle

preview1000x Map preview image 1000x, restarted a few times to get rid of a near biter nest.

In parts of the map grass is covering the ore. This seem to temper the ore a bit, keeping it the same mix rate. A finer mix may result in a more homogeneous color. (?)

May 27 '19 23:05 Tarsassum

Thanks @Tarsassum for the map preview! It will be included with the next round of map fixes.

@plague006 I experimented a bit after Tarsassum recommended decoratives - these 3 look the best IMO - maybe we implement the bottom one?

May 28 '19 03:05 theorangeangle

Christmas Tree of Terror

Version: 0.17.43

Codebase Issues: This map (and the normal terror map by correlation) should have some config option to reduce difficulty (likely by buffing the player ammo and turret damage) due to its popularity.

Short Description: Triangle of death's Christmas cousin! The further you go down the tree, the better your presents get. Have you been a good factory worker this year?

Extra Info:

Christmas tree shaped death world.
Loot scattered in cars throughout the map.

May 28 '19 17:05 theorangeangle

1000x

Updated with #931 to include decoratives in a random mixture of brown and green carpet grass. See the pull request for more information and images.

May 30 '19 12:05 SimonFlapse

DNA

Version: 0.17.44

Codebase Issues: Landfill should be disabled.

Short Description: Help research the gigantic genome, and turn this molecule into a megafactory. The mutations in this DNA have blessed you with generous ore patches.

Extra Info: Double-helix shaped map generation. Normal ore patches with rich cores, connected by thin land strips. Landfill disabled.

People really seemed to enjoy this one so in the future I would like to consider it for possible modifications with modules.

May 31 '19 18:05 theorangeangle

Double Beach

Version: 0.17.45

Codebase Issues: Missing map preview.

Map Generation Issues: Biters can spawn very close to the starting point, likely causing an overrun in SP. The starting area size should be increased to give more of a buffer zone when dealing with biters in a non-combat-focused map like this.

Short Description: Double the beach, double the fun! Enjoy twisting your way through this ribbon world, with sandy shores of plentiful ores. And oil isn't a chore, since it's also right offshore!

Extra Info:

Slanted ribbon world with variable, but fairly constant width.
Mixed ore patches, with the exception of uranium pockets and one isolated coal patch.

Jun 06 '19 14:06 theorangeangle

Factorio Logo

Version: 0.17.47

Codebase Issues: We have two very similar maps (factorio_logo and factorio_logo2), if possible they should be combined with an option in the map file to choose the "alternate" map, similar to how we enable things in config.lua.

Map Generation Issues: Fish do not spawn in the water, in factorio_logo, but do in factorio_logo2. My personal opinion is that we should delete the original factorio_logo and rename logo2 in its place.

Factorio_logo has been removed and factorio_logo2 renamed to "factory_squared". The data file is still available.

Jun 10 '19 19:06 theorangeangle

Fish Islands

Version: 0.17.47

Codebase Issues: Missing description + info.