HumanitZ's Evolving World tells MORE then you think! Ep 77

State of Survival Episode 77Dive deep into the world of HumanitZ as we explore its intricate map design! This discussion focuses on the game's handcrafted maps versus the potential of procedural generation.Key Topics Covered:Handcrafted Detail: Discover the care and visual storytelling embedded in HumanitZ's towns and locations. We discuss how hand-designed areas allow for unique environmental narratives, from spray-painted warnings near military checkpoints to strategically placed barricades that impact gameplay.Procedural Generation Debate: Could procedural generation enhance HumanitZ? We weigh the pros and cons, considering if it could create larger maps or more dynamic elements like bandit camps and the terrain between points of interest, without losing the charm of handcrafted design.Evolving World: Learn how the HumanitZ developers frequently update the open world, adding new buildings and areas (like the prison location), sometimes faster than the in-game map can keep up! We look at how some locations seem designed for future content and player creativity.Gameplay Impact: See how map features like roadblocks and potential ambush sites created by hostile NPCs directly influence the survival game experience, adding challenge and realism.Join the conversation about HumanitZ's unique approach to world-building. Do you prefer the detailed handcrafted maps, or see a place for procedural generation? Let us know your favorite game locations! Welcome to "State of Survival" Our Podcast dedicated to the survival-based genre of video games.Our Social Links can be found herehttps://stateofsurvival.org/Join Our Discord : https://stateofsurvival.org/Discord