Would you be willing to wait 30 minutes or more to pre-gen a random map ?

[Dies Fourth]

This thread isnt to debate the smaller map size. It isnt to trash the devs for implementing an 8x8 map.

It IS to provide feedback on if loyal fans and casual players are willing to wait 30 minutes or more to get a pre-generated random multi player map. And if not that fine comment from that point of view also as long as its polite and civil.

will you wait ? How long are you willing to wait for a MP or SP random pregenerated map.

I'll easily wait an hour as my schedule id flexible enough to plan ahead.

I completely understand if other players dont have that option and need a quick loading map due to RL circumstances.

so, how long are you willing to wait and why you can /cant if applicable.

If we get enough constructive feedback maybe Jost can post on the official forums : )

EDIT, the longer wait time would be a 1 time only at the conception of the game not everytime you wanted to play, per DthBlaydes comment

Graphic courtesy of RedEagle

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1468542991

Thanks to Jost heres a link to the subject on the official forums, Josts post got eaten by the official forums : (

Heres the replacement thread including a poll

https://7daystodie.com/forums/showthread.php?86081-A17-How-Long-Would-You-Wait-For-A-Pre-Generated-Map-to-Build

[Green777]

If you mean to view it before playing im not botherd, i use a random name for my map so take it as it comes i run a dedicated server so all maps game seed dont take that long to load, if your on about the option to view the map before playing myself i dont care, that way its a totallyt random i only play mp

[DthBlayde]

I would wait only on the assumption that it was a one-time preload. Because other games, or food or other tasks could be done in the mean time. If it were an 'every-time the game started thing' ? Hell to the no.

Now you might say "But you just said you have other things to do" and you'd be right. But when I'm in the mood to rock some 7D, I don't want it to be "... whelp.. time to play X again first." or "Hmm.. gonna hit up 7D tonight. Better time it close to dinner prep."

[Dies Fourth]

Originally posted by Green777:

If you mean to view it before playing im not botherd, i use a random name for my map so take it as it comes i run a dedicated server so all maps game seed dont take that long to load, if your on about the option to view the map before playing myself i dont care, that way its a totallyt random i only play mp

No sir. I dont like the map previewer as in MP we feel its a cheat/unfair advantage to know where major cities or desireable biomes are located b4 playing.

Im reffering to random gen MP maps. If at start up would you wait 30 minutes or more to have a large ( bigger than 10x10 radius ) pre-gen before you could play ?

I also advocate the option for ppl that cant wait to have smaller sized maps pre generated with considerable less wait times.

[Dies Fourth]

Originally posted by DthBlayde:

I would wait only on the assumption that it was a one-time preload. Because other games, or food or other tasks could be done in the mean time. If it were an 'every-time the game started thing' ? Hell to the no.

Now you might say "But you just said you have other things to do" and you'd be right. But when I'm in the mood to rock some 7D, I don't want it to be "... whelp.. time to play X again first." or "Hmm.. gonna hit up 7D tonight. Better time it close to dinner prep."

1 time only, i edited OP to reflect your input

[Brian9824]

Yeah i'm fine with a pre-load. The only issue I potentially see is if someone is hoping around servers trying to find one they like, so perhaps an option on the client end if they wish to pre-load or not?

[DoubleD]

1 time no prob waiting for 30min!

[Gimli]

If its one time then there's no problem for me. I doubt that we'd get such a large wait time though, is there proof of this? Not trying to fight or anything just asking.

[DthBlayde]

Originally posted by Dies Fourth:

Originally posted by DthBlayde:

I would wait only on the assumption that it was a one-time preload. Because other games, or food or other tasks could be done in the mean time. If it were an 'every-time the game started thing' ? Hell to the no.

Now you might say "But you just said you have other things to do" and you'd be right. But when I'm in the mood to rock some 7D, I don't want it to be "... whelp.. time to play X again first." or "Hmm.. gonna hit up 7D tonight. Better time it close to dinner prep."

1 time only, i edited OP to reflect your input

*thumbs up*

[Dies Fourth]

Originally posted by "I'm Game Breaking":

If its one time then there's no problem for me. I doubt that we'd get such a large wait time though, is there proof of this? Not trying to fight or anything just asking.

No proof at all. Just trying get an idea how long the community is willing to wait to get large MP/SP maps.

Everyones situation is different so different opinions/input is needed imo. I personally will wait w/e is needed as exploring is what i enjoy the most. I dont want small maps densley (sp ) populated with POI towns/cities but you might be different : )

Id prefer options on size/wait times so everyone can get the map that fits their playstyle.

You want a big map you have that option to wait, you want a smaller wuicker loading map, theres an option for you too.

[...👑 JOST AMMAN 👑...]

Hey! Why is it always me who gets to report back on the official forums??

Anyway, I won't mind if I need some time when I first fire up a map but sure as hell I hope it's not half an hour... maybe a few minutes is more realistic?

[Red Eagle LXIX]

If possible: Yes, I would wait longer during pre-genration and use more HDD space for each larger world.

Originally posted by "I'm Game Breaking":

If its one time then there's no problem for me. I doubt that we'd get such a large wait time though, is there proof of this? Not trying to fight or anything just asking.

https://7daystodie.com/forums/showthread.php?74084-Developer-Diary-Alpha-17&p=833076&viewfull=1#post833076

Originally posted by faatal:

Tried out the new 8k RWG today and it took over an hour running in the editor. I think Kinyajuu said it was 5 or 10 mins in a build. I will hopefully get to help him with some optimizations.

[Red Eagle LXIX]

Originally posted by Jost Amman:

Hey! Why is it always me who gets to report back on the official forums??

Anyway, I won't mind if I need some time when I first fire up a map but sure as hell I hope it's not half an hour... maybe a few minutes is more realistic? :2016imnotcrying:

Based on the client time estimate for 8kx8k of 5-10 minutes, getting about the same size as current RWG would take 25-50 minutes assuming the math and speed are consistent. It could be a calculation though that becomes exponentially more expensive (we don't know).

[Dies Fourth]

Originally posted by Red Eagle LXIX:

Originally posted by Jost Amman:

Hey! Why is it always me who gets to report back on the official forums??

Anyway, I won't mind if I need some time when I first fire up a map but sure as hell I hope it's not half an hour... maybe a few minutes is more realistic?

Based on the client time estimate for 8kx8k of 5-10 minutes, getting about the same size as current RWG would take 25-50 minutes assuming the math and speed are consistent. It could be a calculation though that becomes exponentially more expensive (we don't know).

Personaly id wait the hour or so for the current 12x12 ? radious map. Id also wait longer if i had the option for a 15x15km radious MP map

I always play on GoVicMew's server so if im understanding this would only the server have to pre gen the map( wait the hour ) or would my puter have to pre gen on my 1st time logging onto his public server ?

[...👑 JOST AMMAN 👑...]

The best solution would be to add an option (yeah, I know, options...) to select from a list of map sizes (e.g.: like small, medium, large), so anyone could chose what's best depending on computer specs and, well, time. :-]

[ChocolateTeapot]

I could wait half hour for pre-load, maybe the full hour if it was for a decent sized map.
I can see a long load being a problem for mp servers though.