More lights need to be destructible

[Bane5]

The concept of destructible lights is a nifty idea; however, the mechanic is lacking in the current set of maps. The night vision perk available to some classes is completely useless. Even in the subway of the Paris map, it is still possible to see the zeds when fully dark thanks to some indestructible lights and a slight fog. Biotics lab is also another missed opportunity. For every destructible light, there seems to be an indestructible or unreachable light shining somewhere. Some areas can become dark but, not enough to turn on flashlights or use night vision. The same can be said for the indoor areas on outpost.

What we need are more maps like this newly released custom map where every light can be disabled:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-_7Htohthc

Make it happen Tripwire. In the event that too many destructible lights becomes a performance issue, it may be best to trim down the number of lights on each map.

 

[Deathgrip22]

Problem is most camping spots are on the outside of the map

 

[Rush]

Yeah, I agree with your suggestion, but just to increase the amount of destructible lights or decrease light count might mess with the maps appearance.

This kinda thing has to be carefully thought through. There was also some suggestion that the new maps be darker. So some light maps and some dark maps, where your perk choice may fluctuate.

 

[Tumbs!]

One big example on how dark areas affect gameplay is that custom remake of old BioticsLab


It was fun

 

[Deathgrip22]

One big example on how dark areas affect gameplay is that custom remake of old BioticsLab


It was fun

kind of amazing that so many custom maps have been made is less than two weeks!!!

 

[se05239]

I agree, most parts of each map end up bright enough to still see without any issues despite every destructible light source gone.

 

[Bane5]

Yeah, I agree with your suggestion, but just to increase the amount of destructible lights or decrease light count might mess with the maps appearance.

I would imagine that if fewer lights were made, the existing light sources would have an increased radius. Not sure how different it would make things look when fully lit.