Can someone give me tips to make custom maps?

I know there are tutorials but they aren't helpful for me. I would like to know from them Giant Map Makers (pulse etc..) what makes a good Custom map?

Also can someone give me some ideas for a map to create? ty.

Általa írva Guest, 17.11.2012 at 03:16

What makes a good Custom map?

Yo, I am ezzatam the leading maker of the MEGA series and subsequent scenarios. I can tell you my own thoughts (since I am on my 13th map already )

Criteria of a Custom Map

[Non-default background (Whole World) Cropping from it is fine...]
[Size of map should be larger than 5MP]
[Divisions map as basis of "Countries/Regions"]
[Accuracy-use reliable sources]
[Avoid using multiplier and income settings unless data cannot be obtained]
[Allocate enough time to draw borders properly]
[Persevere through the city input-this takes the most time ]
[Be creative if you are making units of your own but keep the stats realistic]

Do whatever you want just follow this rule:
[Non-default background (Whole World) Cropping from it is fine...]

Általa írva Tundy, 17.11.2012 at 10:12

Do whatever you want just follow this rule:
[Non-default background (Whole World) Cropping from it is fine...]

The default map is one of the best maps you can find. You can use it if you want.

And: gameplay trumps realism. When you're distributing the cities, incomes and reinforcements, think of how users would play. Think of what would a player's first move be if they picked that country. Think what can be done in one move - what nations can he cap in one turn? Think of balance and be very careful when you mix high reinforcements with high income.

Általa írva notserral, 17.11.2012 at 11:16

And: gameplay trumps realism. When you're distributing the cities, incomes and reinforcements, think of how users would play. Think of what would a player's first move be if they picked that country. Think what can be done in one move - what nations can he cap in one turn? Think of balance and be very careful when you mix high reinforcements with high income.

Just the guy I was hoping for xD Thanks pulse, I will take this into mind when I create one soon.

Thanks to all the others too, your advice was very helpful and I will be using the tips you've given me. Some more tips would be nice from others.