-THE PLAYGROUND-
a playable aesthetic map by
GreyMuffinBass
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"The bell for recess just went off;
there's a 12 min. break 'til lunch...
to the playground!"

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Builder's Speculation
I worked a lot on the functional details of the structures. You have to watch your back in this one because there is always a lot of action around every corner. Everything in the playground is multi-use and there are many alternate routes to take once you get used to the layout. Each structure is totally unique with their own perks & quirks, giving this map a very competitive twist.

This is a good map for 2v2 - 4v4. I recommend a full party with FFA Slayer for the most carnage possible. (I've had some wicked matches!)

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STATS:
-Alpine Canvas
-30 Unique Structures
-25 Different Gun Types (Including Energy Sword & Gravity Hammer)
-70+ Spawn Locations
-0 Vehicles
-About 36 Hours Work
-1st Forge Hub Submission

TIPS FOR GAMEPLAY:
-The main bigtoy is well secured; there are only a few ways to get up and into it, making it very easy to defend. There are some special ways to get on the roof too.
-There is a Camo Powerup under the "Toddler's Toy" (the bigtoy with the rust coloured floors) This is the only powerup on the map, so make sure you can get it.
-It is difficult to maneuver yourself up into the tire fort, but it is very good for sniping and is easy to evacuate. (There are 2 special ways to get up as well)
-The Sandbox has well-placed hills for keeping out of view. Use the buckets as extra cover when dodging shots.
-Everything you can see is accessible in some way. Try to find the "secret paths" to these locations.
-You can duck or slide under the picnic table to use it as fortification, jump on top for a further view, or use it as a stepping stone when jumping from structure to structure.
-If you notice a sniper on the main bigtoy, run around under structures to hide from them. Tall features like the tire fort and circular fort both provide clear view of the main roof to eliminate the threat.
-There are 9 official "secret" ways to get onto the main bigtoy's roof. (More if you can exploit some features that I have overlooked)
-Remember to use your spartan abilities! Ground Pound is especially effective in this map because there are many alleyways/lanes under tall structures, etc.
-You may run along the edge of the outer fence, but don't cross it.
-There are weapons in every structure; try to memorize their placement.

RECENT UPDATES:
[Strongholds Gametype has been added due to popular demand]
-2 Stronghold Terminals have been added to the main bigtoy for "king of the hill" style gameplay
[New Structures]
-Small curvature beside swingset providing necessary cover from snipers
-Swing toy beside main bigtoy structure
-Large gravel hill in the corner beside the monkey bars
[New Weapons]
-Hydra Launcher
-Spartan Laser
-Incineration Cannon
[Fixed Balancing Issue with Roof]
-Added new ways to reach the top to make it very hard to know where enemies will pop up
-Altered the respawn time on Magnum from 20 seconds to 45 and moved it to the circular roof beside the main bigtoy so that you have to go out in the open to refill ammo.
-Added extra roofing on tire fort for defending against sniper on main bigtoy
[New Variant]
-Sunset version is now available for different immersive feeling throughout the map (Really has a new mood)

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Title: The Playground
Author: GreyMuffinBass