We made our first adventure map of the year - The Muk-Luk Lodge!
To download and find out how to play this map, hop on over to our site (http://thevoxelbox.com/mukluk/)
If you have any issues that aren't covered already feel free to poke us on twitter @voxelbox or @lemoesh, or just post them here! Enjoy the map!
Masterpiece confirmed. Just finished the map by roughly 4.5 hours. 9.8/10
(The contents below may contain spoilers which affects your gameplay experience)
Main Objective: To solve different riddles ranged from easy to hard riddles and collect armor pieces.
Plot: No main plot, but there is a secret and short plot with the mayor and ...... ( It is really imaginative and surprising I would say...)
Details: Definitely the most detailed map I have ever seen in my 2 years Minecraft career. Different dialogues on different characters, minigames like the penguin sumo, and the skating area. I especially appreciate the cable car design at the north of the city. It had shocked me when I was wandering around in the city. Great use with the armor stands used as the new techniques of picking up things on the floor. Different actions on the characters, different remodels of original minecraft blocks to a pile of books, a house with two floors, a teddy bear with a "sphere-shaped" tummy. Simply, amazing. 10/10.
In conclusion:
Pros: - City is greatly detailed (Like the guy with skaters on the main street and the sit-able benches)
- Entertaining minigames (you will never get bored)
- Great use of new 1.8 redstone technologies
- Great use of the new remodelling function in 1.8
- Surprisingly imaginative side-quest
- Impressive interior and exterior designs
- Ranged difficulties of the riddles
Improvements: - More NPCs may be added the streets as it is Christmas time. The street is nearly empty even if the time is 12.00 p.m..
- Side questlines could have a better quantity and quality. Maybe 2 - 3 quests with 30 minutes each? That would be enough.
Sorry for my bad grammar and misuse of vocabularies My mother language is not English.
Just download it in case you are wondering if you should download it or not. Definitely worths it.
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This is, by far, the best map I ever played, since the great Iron Rose back in 2013.
Review
Everything is just awesome. A kid skating around in a delightful winter town, super-cute penguins, a fully-functional tram system, block-ish custom models, and a scavenger hunt every 10 minutes. Furthermore, shall we get on some sleds and ride off the Sheershred Peak, or having a wonderful dinner at the lodge? Shall we take an adventure into the mysterious caves, or having some skating and sumo?
There's some interesting plot as well. I especially liked the part of penguins - their evil plans - and the story between -censored- and -censored- is my favorite. I laughed so loud when I saw those book titles. Oh my god. :blink::lol:
Speaking of books, all books in this map are NOT boring at all! Instead they are quite fun to read. This is quite rare in maps I have ever played. Almost every adventure map throws lots of stories directly into players, well, the problem is players don't want to read them at all.
Pros
An impressive open world experience. No limits. Just go explore.
Amazing builds as always
Fascinating custom models - especially liked those penguins
Stunning visuals
Mindblown mechanics used - just - how can you implement those in vanilla Minecraft!?
Human-like NPCs - they have many topics to talk!
A hidden but super fun side-quest, without it this map is not complete
Cons
Mainline (Scavenger Hunt) can be improved a bit, for example I actually don't know I have to find a chest before I really saw a chest in that location. Also the mainline will become tiresome after solving around 6 riddles. May have more variants.
I'm not sure about this one but, is the side-quest already ended after exploring both character's house? I would like to see a good ending between them
Not enough NPCs, it's quite scary walking in midnight even though you are in the Main Street
Same as side-quests, for example the background story of the skateboard kid? And I saw that there are quite some buildings totally closed, any stories behind?
No background music. I was expecting it but no background music.
Known issues
Can't seem to exchange the diary to Iron Sword. The diary required for exchange have 3 NBT tags while the one I bought from the skateboard boy have 4.
Very minor, but the map have some holes that you can never jump out after you are in. For example a 1*2*1 hole around the top of Red Hill.
Verdict
The map is already beyond my expectation of a Minecraft RPG map. Sincerely thanks to VoxelBox for delivering such an excellent experience.
9.5 / 10
If you haven't played it, download it now and find a bunch of friends to enjoy. I repeat, the best map ever this year.
Please make more maps like this. Maps like this are real masterpieces.
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Sorry for my bad grammar and misuse of vocabularies My mother language is not English.
What language is your main one? I'm just asking because I don't know if you noticed but we're also offering translations in future updates of the map. While we have quite a few almost ready to go - we're always looking for more languages to translate in to and people to help with that :]
This map is incredibly good. Even though the features are quite limited, it feels like you are playing a dumbed down version of skyrim-well in a not so fantasy timeline. There weren't too many flaws in the game, except the the instruction manual seemed kind of lengthy and sometimes the a games glitched out.(the sumo game was broken for the first few minutes-it didnt seem to work until we came back to it.)
Overall to do a very simple review of the map I'd give it about a 9/100 i mean 90/100.
Review Summary
Visit the Muk-Luk Lodge and participate in a variety of winter activities. Superior special effects, including ski lift, ice skating, collapsing ice bridges, snow for sledding. Gameplay options include parkour, a clever scavenger hunt, sled jumping, sumo/PvP and more. Gorgeous build including many detailed 3d models via resource pack. This map makes a good backdrop for roleplay, even has character sheets, but no actual roleplay systems (stats, character-based triggers, etc...), and... while there is variety, none of the gameplay feels like it goes deep enough and/or has no closure to the activity. Lots of lore, but no real progression of story. Once you explore the lay of the land, it feels a bit more like a server lobby than a map - closest descriptor may be multi-genre for the variety of events.
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I guess you have totally missed the plot... Try to find a cave after you fell from the ice bridge. There's lots of foreshadowing provided by NPCs, as well. There's another hidden plot line about penguins too.
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If you want to try out the map but don't have a group of people to play with - we've set up a public server that anyone can come on to. Please be aware that everyone plays different, so you might run into people who want to come after you and your clue keys so be prepared for a bit of pvp!
Review Summary
Visit the Muk-Luk Lodge and participate in a variety of winter activities. Superior special effects, including ski lift, ice skating, collapsing ice bridges, snow for sledding. Gameplay options include parkour, a clever scavenger hunt, sled jumping, sumo/PvP and more. Gorgeous build including many detailed 3d models via resource pack. This map makes a good backdrop for roleplay, even has character sheets, but no actual roleplay systems (stats, character-based triggers, etc...), and... while there is variety, none of the gameplay feels like it goes deep enough and/or has no closure to the activity. Lots of lore, but no real progression of story. Once you explore the lay of the land, it feels a bit more like a server lobby than a map - closest descriptor may be multi-genre for the variety of events.
After further consideration and additional time in-game, I have decided to re-score this map.
Two categories (Experience and Gameplay Mechanics) were under-stated in my previous review and have each been increased. The new total rating is 14/20 - a exceptional score.
Detailed breakdown of the change;
I took the definition from my rating scale and rated each of the criteria, then looked at the overall fit.
I've been stuck on this riddle, "the only way to cross is to pay the toll, but the real treasure is found below" I went to the penguin hideout and there was nothing there but then i thought what about the ice bridge you try going across it but pay a price and fall and end up finding "treasure" of sorts but still nada plz help its my last riddle.
Hello from the VoxelBox!
We made our first adventure map of the year - The Muk-Luk Lodge!To download and find out how to play this map, hop on over to our site (http://thevoxelbox.com/mukluk/)
If you have any issues that aren't covered already feel free to poke us on twitter @voxelbox or @lemoesh, or just post them here! Enjoy the map!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3NaDiSS_HpIk4hvEcpcGrw
EDIT: Oh my god. 11/10.
EDIT2: ∞/10.
EDIT3: Detailed review below.
(The contents below may contain spoilers which affects your gameplay experience)
Plot: No main plot, but there is a secret and short plot with the mayor and ...... ( It is really imaginative and surprising I would say...)
Details: Definitely the most detailed map I have ever seen in my 2 years Minecraft career. Different dialogues on different characters, minigames like the penguin sumo, and the skating area. I especially appreciate the cable car design at the north of the city. It had shocked me when I was wandering around in the city. Great use with the armor stands used as the new techniques of picking up things on the floor. Different actions on the characters, different remodels of original minecraft blocks to a pile of books, a house with two floors, a teddy bear with a "sphere-shaped" tummy. Simply, amazing. 10/10.
In conclusion:
Pros: - City is greatly detailed (Like the guy with skaters on the main street and the sit-able benches)
- Entertaining minigames (you will never get bored)
- Great use of new 1.8 redstone technologies
- Great use of the new remodelling function in 1.8
- Surprisingly imaginative side-quest
- Impressive interior and exterior designs
- Ranged difficulties of the riddles
Improvements: - More NPCs may be added the streets as it is Christmas time. The street is nearly empty even if the time is 12.00 p.m..
- Side questlines could have a better quantity and quality. Maybe 2 - 3 quests with 30 minutes each? That would be enough.
Sorry for my bad grammar and misuse of vocabularies My mother language is not English.
Just download it in case you are wondering if you should download it or not. Definitely worths it.
Review
Everything is just awesome. A kid skating around in a delightful winter town, super-cute penguins, a fully-functional tram system, block-ish custom models, and a scavenger hunt every 10 minutes. Furthermore, shall we get on some sleds and ride off the Sheershred Peak, or having a wonderful dinner at the lodge? Shall we take an adventure into the mysterious caves, or having some skating and sumo?
There's some interesting plot as well. I especially liked the part of penguins - their evil plans - and the story between -censored- and -censored- is my favorite. I laughed so loud when I saw those book titles. Oh my god. :blink::lol:
Speaking of books, all books in this map are NOT boring at all! Instead they are quite fun to read. This is quite rare in maps I have ever played. Almost every adventure map throws lots of stories directly into players, well, the problem is players don't want to read them at all.
Pros
Cons
Known issues
Verdict
The map is already beyond my expectation of a Minecraft RPG map. Sincerely thanks to VoxelBox for delivering such an excellent experience.
9.5 / 10
If you haven't played it, download it now and find a bunch of friends to enjoy. I repeat, the best map ever this year.
Please make more maps like this. Maps like this are real masterpieces.
What language is your main one? I'm just asking because I don't know if you noticed but we're also offering translations in future updates of the map. While we have quite a few almost ready to go - we're always looking for more languages to translate in to and people to help with that :]
Obviously high praise for the visual build (including resource pack models) and the special effects. Great variety of mechanics.
I like how the map 'encouraged teamwork' related to a certain ticket ;P
Overall to do a very simple review of the map I'd give it about a 9/100 i mean 90/100.
Edit: check out the playlist on my channel!
Total Rating: 14/20
Gameplay - 3
Effects - 3
Build - 3
Experience - 2
Challenge - 2
Pacing - 1
Review Summary
Visit the Muk-Luk Lodge and participate in a variety of winter activities. Superior special effects, including ski lift, ice skating, collapsing ice bridges, snow for sledding. Gameplay options include parkour, a clever scavenger hunt, sled jumping, sumo/PvP and more. Gorgeous build including many detailed 3d models via resource pack. This map makes a good backdrop for roleplay, even has character sheets, but no actual roleplay systems (stats, character-based triggers, etc...), and... while there is variety, none of the gameplay feels like it goes deep enough and/or has no closure to the activity. Lots of lore, but no real progression of story. Once you explore the lay of the land, it feels a bit more like a server lobby than a map - closest descriptor may be multi-genre for the variety of events.
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After further consideration and additional time in-game, I have decided to re-score this map.
Two categories (Experience and Gameplay Mechanics) were under-stated in my previous review and have each been increased. The new total rating is 14/20 - a exceptional score.
Detailed breakdown of the change;
Experience
3 - Uniqueness of theme.
2 - Overall enjoyability.
3 - Experience compliments map genre/themes.
3 - Overall story, dialogue, narration, background and/or character motivation as applicable.
2 - Engaging.
3 - Consistent.
1 - Closure.
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Average - 2.4
Gameplay Mechanics
3 - Uniqueness of gameplay.
3 - Mechanics compliment map genre/themes.
3 - Systems (e.g. scoring or attributes) are well integrated with gameplay.
2 - Utilizes multiple Minecraft functions, mental and physical.
3 - Environment design enhances gameplay.
3 - Natural rules enforcement.
3 - Lack of obvious defects/bugs and lag.
3 - Avoidance of vanilla 'boss fights'.
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Average - 2.875
I've been stuck on this riddle, "the only way to cross is to pay the toll, but the real treasure is found below" I went to the penguin hideout and there was nothing there but then i thought what about the ice bridge you try going across it but pay a price and fall and end up finding "treasure" of sorts but still nada plz help its my last riddle.
Please can you get another muk luk lodge download spot up?
there is a squid in the download link.. what the heck..
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