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Half Life 2 Mods For Dummies

Half Life 2 Mods For Dummies


By Erik Guilfoyle

ISBN: 978-0-470-09631-4
Format: Paper
Pages: 334 Pages
Pub. Date: January 2007

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Price: $29.99
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Introduction.

Part I: The ABCs of Modding.

Chapter 1: Modifying the Game.

Chapter 2: Getting Familiar with Modding Tools and Techniques.

Chapter 3: Breaking Down the Game.

Part II: Making Your Own Maps.

Chapter 4: Getting Set Up for Mapping.

Chapter 5: Creating Your First Game Map.

Chapter 6: Decorating the Scene.

Chapter 7: Adding Lights and a Player.

Chapter 8: Putting the Pieces Together.

Part III: Expanding on Your Creation.

Chapter 9: Expanding Your Map with Additions.

Chapter 10: Building with Optimization in Mind.

Chapter 11: Heading to the Great Outdoors.

Chapter 12: Adding a Few Details.

Part IV: Going Beyond the Basics.

Chapter 13: Creating Custom Textures.

Chapter 14: Finishing Up Your Map.

Chapter 15: Showing the World.

Part V: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 16: Ten Great Tips and Tricks.

Chapter 17: Ten Great Mods to Learn From.

Appendix: CD Installation Instructions.

Index.

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