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Subject: Question about Halo Custom Edition.

Does the free editing kit you can download allow you to create your own Maps without any additional game making software? I tried downloading the Custom Edition and nothing happened when I tried to open it, so I'm not sure if I need anything else. Thanks.

  • 06.04.2011 11:47 AM PDT
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  • 06.04.2011 12:08 PM PDT

I know it's not like forge...it's not like anything because it won't open.

  • 06.04.2011 12:22 PM PDT

An editing kit implies you can create things without the need of additional software. Where would I start to go about doing this? I know it's not like forge and I don't really know how to program or anything like that, but I could learn and I would like to make some Halo maps.

  • 06.04.2011 12:27 PM PDT

Something smells fishy...

Posted by: Spartan Mikey
Does the free editing kit you can download allow you to create your own Maps without any additional game making software? I tried downloading the Custom Edition and nothing happened when I tried to open it, so I'm not sure if I need anything else. Thanks.

Did you get Halo: Custom Edition from Halomaps.org? That one works.
I suggest you get Halo: Custom Edition and Halo Editing Kit from Halomaps.org.

Halo: Custom Edition: http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?fid=410

Halo Editing Kit: http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?fid=411

  • 06.04.2011 1:31 PM PDT

Something smells fishy...

Posted by: Spartan Mikey
An editing kit implies you can create things without the need of additional software. Where would I start to go about doing this? I know it's not like forge and I don't really know how to program or anything like that, but I could learn and I would like to make some Halo maps.

You will need 3D modeling software such as the pricey 3ds Max or Gmax.

I don't think newer versions of 3ds Max are compatibly with the Halo Editing Kit. But don't quote me on it.

You can learn more here: http://hce.halomaps.org/hek/

  • 06.04.2011 1:36 PM PDT

If you new to modding halo, don't jump into the deep end.

Learn to use Halo Mapping Tools first, it's for Halo PC and is much easier to use, even though its more limited

  • 06.04.2011 2:00 PM PDT
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Posted by: Zetren
If you new to modding halo, don't jump into the deep end.

Learn to use Halo Mapping Tools first, it's for Halo PC and is much easier to use, even though its more limited
Agreed, HEK isn't something you should just dive straight into if you're new to making content for games. Start off small then come back.

  • 06.04.2011 2:47 PM PDT

Posted by: Dr Syx
Posted by: Zetren
If you new to modding halo, don't jump into the deep end.

Learn to use Halo Mapping Tools first, it's for Halo PC and is much easier to use, even though its more limited
Agreed, HEK isn't something you should just dive straight into if you're new to making content for games. Start off small then come back.


Ok, is the Halo Mapping Tools included with Custom Edition?. If not can I get it from Halomaps.org?

  • 06.05.2011 4:46 AM PDT

Halo Mapping Tools is for HALO PC. It does not work on Custom edition, Get it here: Halo files.

If you wan't, look up tutorials but its easy enough to learn by yourself. before you start modding BACKUP YOUR MAPS. HMT cannot restore damaged files.

here's a basic tutorial I learned from ages ago very basic tutorial. This is how I learned to use HMT and sparkify(map editor)

  • 06.05.2011 4:53 AM PDT

Ok. Thank you.

  • 06.05.2011 5:20 AM PDT
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The Halo Maps Website http://www.halomaps.org
The Halo Movies Website http://www.halomovies.org
The Halo CE Chronicles http://hcec.halomaps.org

If you want to make maps for Halo Custom Edition learn to us the HEK not the hacking tools for Halo PC. The HEK gives you so much more flexibility to modify and or make maps. Just read the tutorial:

The Halo CE HEK (Halo Editing Kit) Tutorial
http://hce.halomaps.org/hek/


If you want to actually make maps then you will need to model the enviroments using a 3D modeling program. Gmax is free and while not as powerful as 3DS Max gives you everything you need to model maps. I suggest you review this article.

How do I Make Halo CE maps
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?nid=406

Here are some other links for Halo Custom Edition information.


Programs

Halo Custom Edition Game - required
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?pg=3&fid=410

Halo Custom Edition V1.09 Patch update - required
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?fid=4987

Halo Custom Edition (CE) Editing Kit - optional
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?pg=3&fid=411

Halo Editing Kit Plus as of 12-17-06 - (HEK+) - optional
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?fid=2289


FAQ:

What is Halo CE - Halo Custom Edition
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?nid=105

What do I need to run the FREE Halo CE game?
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?nid=396

Where do I get the custom Maps?
http://www.halomaps.org in the Halo CE maps section

Where do I put the maps I downloaded?
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?nid=330

How Do I Play the Single Player Campaign Maps in Halo CE
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?nid=386

File Section: Single Player CE Maps
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?pg=6&sid=27

How do I Make Halo CE maps
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?nid=406


Halo CE Help and Troubleshooting:

Article Section: Troubleshooting Halo CE
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?pg=6&sid=11

Article Section: Halo CE Dedicated Server Setup
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?pg=4&sid=7


Making/Modifying Halo CE Maps

How do I Make Halo CE maps
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?nid=406

How to Modify Halo CE Maps
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?nid=412

The Halo CE HEK (Halo Editing Kit) Tutorial
http://hce.halomaps.org/hek/

Section: Tutorials
http://hce.halomaps.org/index.cfm?pg=1&sid=23

Halo Maps Forum
http://forum.halomaps.org

  • 06.08.2011 7:51 PM PDT