Add Map

Creating a New Map

Maps serve as stages for player interactions, such as intro scenes, hunting grounds, or towns. Follow these steps to create a new map:

1. Right-Click the [NekoSample] Folder: Locate the [NekoSample] folder in the file explorer and right-click it.

2. Select [New Map]: From the context menu that appears, click on [New Map].

This will initiate the creation process for a new map.

Configuring a New Map

When the [New Map] popup window appears (refer to the screenshot below), configure the following settings:

1. Name: Enter a unique name for the map.

2. Size: Specify the dimensions of the map.

3. Tileset: Choose a tileset for the map's visual theme.

4. BGM Change: Set the background music for the map.

5. BGS Change: Configure the background sound effects.

6. Single Play: Enable or disable single-player mode.

7. Instance Map: Toggle the instance map setting.

8. Gravity: Define the gravity level for the map.

9. Channel Count: Specify the number of channels available for the map.

10. Maximum Players: Set the maximum number of players allowed on the map.

After entering the desired settings, click [Confirm] to create the map.

Configuring Map Details

When setting up a new map, you can customize the following fields:

1. Name:

   • Set the name of the map being edited. This name is unrelated to the game's content and is purely for organizational purposes. Choose a name that clearly indicates the map's purpose.

2. Size (Width/Height):

   • Specify the map's dimensions (in tiles).

3. Tileset:

   • Select the tileset to use for creating the map.

     • Example: Choose [002: Background Tiles] for a background map or [000: Town] for creating a village map.

     • Pick a tileset appropriate for the map's intended design.

4. BGM Change:

   • Set the background music for the map.

5. BGS Change:

   • Configure the background sound effects.

6. Single Play:

   • Enable or disable single-player mode.

7. Instance Map:

   • Check this option to make the map an instance map.

8. Gravity (X, Y):

   • Set the gravity values for the map's environment.

9. Channel Count:

   • Define the number of channels available for the map.

10. Maximum Players:

    • Specify the maximum number of players allowed in the map simultaneously.

Example: Creating a Map

For example, if you set the following:

• Name: test

• Size: Width 16 / Height 16

• Tileset: 000: Town

• Instance Map: Checked

Click [Confirm], and the newly created map will resemble the screenshot below.