ThinkingWithPortals
Archive of maps from the ThinkingWithPortals community.
Combine Ball Prefab
A prefab of the combine ball launcher and catcher. Big thanks to Omnicoder for this! I basically (with permission) pulled it straight out of his excellent "Retrospective" map, cleaned up the names, and made a prefab. This package contains 3 files: * combine_ball.vmf : The prefab vmf file * combine_ball.vpk : Dependency VPK file (stand-alone) * combine_ball.bsp : prefab test map (as .bsp) [b:39fh1lb7]Usage:[/b:39fh1lb7] Very simply, distribute the combine_ball.vpk file with your map, and it can be placed into the 'steamapps\common\portal 2\portal2\addons' directory which Portal 2 loads on startup. Then, you can immediately copy-paste the prefab ball launcher & catcher. Alternatively, you can use the program GCFScape to extract the VPK file, combine these into your own files, and then create a new VPK file; this allows you to repackage the dependencies with your map. [b:39fh1lb7]Important note[/b:39fh1lb7]: You must use the .vpk file provided or create your own from these files. Simply copy-pasting the contents of the .vpk file into your portal2 directory (and not as a single .vpk in the addons directory) simply crashes the game from my experience. The identical files in a VPK then work without a problem. I haven't yet figured out why this is.
Chamber 17 [R2 - Second Release]
Chamber 17 [R2 - Second Release] Chamber 17 from the original Portal game reconstructed by Glados to incorporate new testing elements. Excursion funnels, Thermal Discouragement Beams and Panels. Because of the removal of the High Energy Pellet (which I hated anyway), I have had to change the configuration around abit. Its not a direct copy of Chamber 17 but is only just loosely based on it. --UPDATE-- This is the Second Release (r2) version of the map. It contains a much harder playthrough experience and refined mapping. R2 was release due to feedback from the TWP community. If you want an easier map download the latest version and omit 'r2' from the map command. I have incorporated most feedback; special thanks to: Kibate, SeriousMoh, xdiesp, mickyficky. I am aware there are still numerous graphical glitches. To fix I would have to spend alot of time completely remodling. I would rather put these new skills into creating a newer better map. This map will remain as-is in terms of graphics. Sorry. :'( R2 Screenshots: http://i51.tinypic.com/20sa7fs.png R2 YouTube Playthrough: (Spoiler Warning! Download and play the map first!) Coming Soon! Original Screenshots: http://imgur.com/gjlpB http://imgur.com/JK1il http://imgur.com/rajQz http://imgur.com/KrM8n http://imgur.com/Mrfi4 http://imgur.com/b2pFv Original YouTube Playthrough: (Spoiler Warning! Download and play the map first!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCJvHOLvKoc Any questions or comments are appreciated. Please don't hestiate to ask. Installation: 1: Download .zip file using links above 2: Unzip .vpk to desktop 3: Create a folder in 'C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\portal 2\portal2' called 'addons'. 4: Place your .vpk file inside the addons folder. 5: Launch/Restart Portal 2 through Steam 6: Open the console by press the '~' key. 7: Type "map chamber17" (without quotes). Enjoy! Changelog: Version 2.0 (R2): -Fixed multitude of solid and texture problems. -Fixed some puzzle workarounds. -Fixed clipping and lighting bugs. -Replaced clipped blocks with Panels. -Replaced main chamber floor button with timer. -Less portable surfaces in main chamber, increasing difficulty. -Completely remade second laser trial. -Increased difficulty of 1st and 3rd laser trial. -Increased difficulty of Panel Fling room. Added danger field. -Added autosaves, and fling room access bridge for reentry. -Replaced crib button with incinerator. Portal 1 esque. -Lasers replace with Thermal Decapitation Lasers. (Yay/Nay? - Let me know.) Version 1.1: -Added Cheating Discouragement Panels in the Main Chamber. http://i.imgur.com/k65mE.png -Changed hole dimensions in the 'Crib Room' to make detection easier. http://i.imgur.com/3dm2h.png -Fixed a few texture and light panel issues. Version 1.1 -Initial release
Bloody´s Chambers
A SP Map with 3 little chambers. Mainelements: Tractor Beam, Faith Plates, Panels Difficulty level: Easy
Test Chamber G23
A single-player map that tests your ability to react and your agility in a sterile environment. New version still uses contest rules, but also fixes some parts where players were using unorthodox means to complete the test. To play it: Copy sp_testcodeg23_1_3.bsp from the zipped folder and paste in C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\portal 2\portal2\maps Then, in Portal 2 open the console and type "map sp_testcodeg23_1_3" (open the console by pressing the "~" key)
EraxyGlassMap v1
It is my first map. I hope you enjoy it Medium\Easy Difficulty Please let me know if you find any bugs.
Unused Signage, fixed paint_speed sign
In this small pack you can find .vmts for all unused signages included in the original Portal 2 VPKs. A non transparent version of the paint speed sign is included as well. Just put the folder "signage" to Steam\steamapps\common\portal 2\portal2\materials\ Don't forget to add the vmt files in your map release, or other players will have missing textures!
Vactube Glass both sides
New glass models of the Vactubes (just glass variants). The models will have visible glass inside and outside. They won't override the normal models or materials. The .vpk file if for sharing the map with other players (so they don't have missing models). Always put it to Steam\steamapps\common\portal 2\portal2\addons Attention: Just use in situations you really need inside glass, because the double count of polygons for the inside!
Screen Button No Arrow
It's the same button like props_gameplay\screen_button.mdl just without any arrow on it.
Cubiculous
That's my first Portal map that I've ever made. It's a rather easy map featuring a quite clean (but not totally clean) Aperture Science look. Took me 42 (!) hours to create it. I hope you will enjoy it. INSTALLATION: copy the file "sp_cubiculous.bsp" to ...\Steam\steamapps\common\portal 2\portal2\maps\ (just where all the other maps are) load the map by typing "map sp_cubiculous" into the console ... THAT'S IT !!! NOTE !!!: The map looks best on medium shader details (in my opinion) VMF: In the folder "vmf", you can find the original "sp_cubiculous.vmf" file and all instances I used. THANKS TO ZELLLIX for creating the puzzle in the right test chamber. All mapping was done by IMPAQUADE.
[SP] Patent Pending
Overview: A 30-minute level of intermediate difficulty with four chambers set in the destroyed Aperture Science facilities. Some puzzle elements include hard light surfaces, discouragement beams, aerial faith plates, and excursion funnels. Suggestions, reviews, praises, criticisms, and all other feedback welcome. Enjoy. To Install: Copy sp_patent_pending.bsp provided in the zip to C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\portal 2\portal2\maps directory. To Play: Double-click on the Play Patent Pending shortcut provided in the zip. (Optionally, type "map sp_patent_pending" in the portal 2 console.) Special Thanks: Jared Daniels - Feedback Winston Nicholson - Feedback Demonz312 - Robo stairs example Brits - Crusher example animerunt - Modified transitions madrapper - Portal 2 icon Contact Information: Name: Tom Chiu Email: [email protected] Image Gallery: http://imgur.com/a/jMJd4#XbOtp