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    Editor Homework Challenge 5 - Special Parameters



    Track builders, class has ended but your work isn't done. It's time for another of Shogun's Editor Stream Homework Challenges. Last time we had such a blast playing your X-Supercross tracks that we wanted to keep the Online Multiplayer theme. This time, however, we're adding on an extra challenge. This Homework Challenge is about creating a track for one or more of the special parameters now available in private matches.



    Riders on fire? Invisible? Super heavy? Super light? A combination? Whatever your favorite parameters are we want to see you create a track specifically for play with these settings. The track can be X-Supercross or Trials mode (though personally I like to see the other riders while we struggle) and should be designed to fit a specific custom parameter or set of parameters. While normal building elements like theme and decoration will be looked at the main thing we will be judging is how well your track works with the parameters you've laid out.

    As always start your track name with HW5 and this time we'll also ask that you include your custom parameter settings in the description

    What? Homework?
    Yes! This homework assignment is a chance to stretch your creative muscles and work within the confines of the challenge. Improve your skills and have achance for some Trials gear while you do it!

    What is the time-frame for building?
    You have from now until April 12th, 2015 to submit your creation.

    How many tracks can I submit?
    One entry per builder, please. No Teams.

    Will this be on the test?
    Yes!

    Who selects the winner(s) for the Homework Challenge?
    Shogun, Shifty & BlueBadger (and perhaps a guest or two) will play and discuss the submissions live on the Trials Live Editor Stream Tuesday April 14th.

    So what do we get for participating?
    Tracks selected by our judges will receive the following:
    Top Pick: Trials Fusion Hoodie
    2nd Pick: Trials Fusion T-shirt
    3rd Pick: Trials Fusion Flag

    How do I submit a track?
    Upload your creation to Track Central
    Begin the name with HW5
    Let us know about your creation in this thread, @TrialsGames on twitter or via the Homework Challenge post on Facebook.

    Full guidelines
    • Gamemode: X-Supercross or Trials
    • Difficulty: Beginner – Extreme
    • Begin the track name with HW4
    • List your parameters in the track description
    • Track’s cannot reference any existing intellectual properties outside of Trials*
    • 1 Track Per Builder
    • No building teams
    • Deadline for submission is Sunday April 12th, 8pm Pacific US


    So what are you waiting for? Get building!

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    I'm a bit confused to the premise of this HW. Are the parameters integral to the track, or should they just be an "added challenge" to the map? In other words, should the track be able to be beaten without using said parameters? I have an idea that involves using one of these parameters, but I want to make it built into the track so that people on Track Central can experience it too. Could this be allowed?

    For example, this isn't' what I'm going to do but, if I made the Rider permanently invisible on my track. It is technically a parameter you mentioned, it's just that it's built in.

    If not, I'll think of something else.

    Regards,
    - PneumaticBog484
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    RetiredRonin's Avatar Senior Community Manager
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    Parameters should be set in the MP menu and not within the track itself.
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    Okey-dokey. I'm at a loss for ideas now though... hmmm.............

    I will return....
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    Originally Posted by pneumaticbog484 Go to original post

    I'm a bit confused to the premise of this HW. Are the parameters integral to the track, or should they just be an "added challenge" to the map? In other words, should the track be able to be beaten without using said parameters? I have an idea that involves using one of these parameters, but I want to make it built into the track so that people on Track Central can experience it too. Could this be allowed?

    Just to give a little percision:
    The parameters should be set in the MP menu. I know this will seem restrictive to builders who are very experienced using the advanced tools but that's part of the challenge

    The track does need to be passable without the parameters in order to share it. Of course nobody said it has to be easy without parameters.

    It is a good point that players on TC will not get the full experience. I don't have a great solution for this besides releasing a 2nd single player version with the parameters built in. If that's something you'd like to do I could delete your HW5 submission after they are reviewed so you don't have a duplicate.
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    Originally Posted by pneumaticbog484 Go to original post

    I'm a bit confused to the premise of this HW. Are the parameters integral to the track, or should they just be an "added challenge" to the map? In other words, should the track be able to be beaten without using said parameters? I have an idea that involves using one of these parameters, but I want to make it built into the track so that people on Track Central can experience it too. Could this be allowed?

    Just to give a little percision:
    The parameters should be set in the MP menu. I know this will seem restrictive to builders who are very experienced using the advanced tools but that's part of the challenge

    The track does need to be passable without the parameters in order to share it. Of course nobody said it has to be easy without parameters.

    It is a good point that players on TC will not get the full experience. I don't have a great solution for this besides releasing a 2nd single player version with the parameters built in. If that's something you'd like to do I could delete your HW5 submission after they are reviewed so you don't have a duplicate.
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    Originally Posted by cannibalshogun Go to original post
    The track doesn't have to be passable without the parameters but I would suggest that it's a good idea to make it completable for players on TC.
    Well, you do need to be able to pass the track to upload it, and you can't set MP parameters at the track upload screen...

    As far as I am aware. I thought that was part of the challenge.
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    Originally Posted by RoguishRonin Go to original post
    Well, you do need to be able to pass the track to upload it, and you can't set MP parameters at the track upload screen...
    Good point. Indeed the track needs to be passable without custom parameters to share it. Stupid technicalities. I'll edit the post so I look less like a fool
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    Originally Posted by RoguishRonin Go to original post
    Well, you do need to be able to pass the track to upload it, and you can't set MP parameters at the track upload screen...
    Good point. Indeed the track needs to be passable without custom parameters to share it. Stupid technicalities. I'll edit the post so I look less like a fool
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    This thread is extremely funny... lol
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    I just uploadet my track and its called HW5 Ragdoll Rampage. Its on ps4 and irs a hard trackthe needed parameters are 0%gavity and bailout finish.I am also gonna release a version that is playabel on trackcentral soon so everybody can play it.
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    Shogun and Badger, if I disqualify myself by turning it in late on Monday after the time has expired, will you guys still take a look at it on the Tuesday stream and offer suggestions?

    I'm asking because I probably won't finish in time, but I'd still love some feedback from you guys.

    - PneumaticBog484
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