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**1. Concept and DesignObjective:Integrate the Arkham City map into Arkham Knight, allowing players to explore the environment with the enhanced graphics, mechanics, and gameplay elements of the latter game.
Scope:
- Map Integration: Ensure the Arkham City map is seamlessly integrated into the Arkham Knight environment.
- Gameplay Compatibility: Adapt the map to work with Arkham Knight’s gameplay mechanics, including combat, traversal, and mission systems.
- Visual Consistency: Update textures and lighting to match the graphical style of Arkham Knight.
**2. Extract and Modify AssetsMap Extraction:
- Extract Arkham City Assets: Use tools like UnrealPak to unpack Arkham City’s .pak files and extract the map assets.
- Convert Assets: Adapt textures, models, and other assets to be compatible with Arkham Knight’s engine and file formats.
Update Graphics:
- Rework Textures: Enhance or re-create textures to match Arkham Knight’s graphical fidelity.
- Adjust Lighting: Implement Arkham Knight’s lighting system to ensure the map looks consistent with the rest of the game.
**3. Integrate Map into Arkham KnightMap Design:
- Layout Compatibility: Ensure the map layout works with Arkham Knight’s gameplay. This may involve tweaking or adjusting the map to fit the new game’s mechanics and scale.
- Seamless Transition: Create a smooth transition between Arkham Knight’s areas and the new Arkham City map, possibly through fast travel points or in-game locations.
Gameplay Elements:
- Adjust Missions and Objectives: Adapt or re-create missions and objectives to fit within the Arkham Knight framework. Ensure they are compatible with the new game’s mechanics.
- Implement Enemies and NPCs: Modify or replace enemies and NPCs to work with Arkham Knight’s combat and AI systems.
**4. Testing and OptimizationPerformance Testing:
- Optimize Assets: Ensure that the newly integrated map doesn’t cause performance issues or crashes.
- Bug Testing: Test thoroughly to identify and fix any bugs related to the map integration, such as clipping issues or missing assets.
Gameplay Testing:
- Consistency: Ensure that the gameplay experience is consistent with Arkham Knight’s mechanics and style.
- Balance: Adjust any elements that may disrupt the balance of the game or cause issues with the new map.
**5. Release and DistributionPackaging:
- Create a .pak File: Package the modified map and assets into a new .pak file for easy installation.
- Instructions: Provide clear instructions on how to install and use the mod.
Sharing:
- Upload: Distribute the mod on Nexus Mods community to gather feedback and make any necessary improvements.
Visual and Functional ConsiderationsVisuals:
- Updated Textures: Expect enhanced textures and visual effects to make the map look modern.
- Dynamic Lighting: Utilize Arkham Knight’s advanced lighting to create a more immersive environment.
Functionality:
- Enhanced Mechanics: Leverage Arkham Knight’s improved mechanics, such as the Batmobile and new gadgets, to enrich gameplay on the Arkham City map.
- Integrated Systems: Ensure compatibility with Arkham Knight’s mission system, side quests, and overall game progression.
In essence, the mod would aim to bring the classic Arkham City map into the modern Arkham Knight experience, enhancing it with updated visuals and integrating it into the new gameplay systems. It’s a complex project but could offer a unique and nostalgic experience for fans of both games.A monster task but would be so good I've wanted this from day 1 of the first pc release , i remember during my first play through seeing the low res render of Arkham city just out of reach
the amusement park i'm not entirely sure on since it's literally in the middle of the ocean lol
how cool would it be though? To drive across the bridge from arkham asylum into the outskirts of Gotham, turn left, keep going forward, turn left again, Across the bridge near Panessa studios leading into bleak Island, drive towards Miagani Island, head towards the bridge on the sharp left (next to wayne tower and that also leads next to the church in arkham city) Keep driving on the bridge past Wonder Tower that leads on to Pioneers Bridge, and then you're in South gotham, Jump out the Batmobile and grapnel your way to the rooftops of the Grand Royal Hotel and look over the entirety of Gotham.
only issue i've discovered is that in arkham origins the road that comes off pioneers bridge is closed off, so some modder would have to find a way in letting the player drive down from the bridge on to the streets of south gotham (the map of arkham origins)
obviously there's importing all of the maps which would take hundreds of gigabytes, but it's worth it lol. all of the bridges which are closed off that lead to those locations would also have to be opened and be replaced with solid textures, otherwise we won't be able to leave the mainland.
i genuinely believe this idea is phenomenal. As previously stated if any modder would like help in making this mod geographically speaking. I'd be more than happy to help.