Welcome to the Carrotopolis thread, the central hub for information on anything related to my project! This thread will contain everything you need to know in order to enjoy it as much as possible. There's only one rule: do not ask for release dates! It will be done soon, but there's nothing that bothers me more than making promises which may not be kept.

Facts

• The tileset is almost completely custom-made (as in, most of the graphics aren't borrowed from other jj2 tilesets). Moreover, there are some recolours which I personally made, but I've no problem if you decide to use them in your tileset after the level is released.
• While eyecandy is abundant in my level, gameplay is what I'm focusing on; you will be able to take part in a very wide range of activities and there may even be certain events on some days!
• The level is TSF and JJ2+ only due to the limitations in tileset size 1.23 has and allocated memory vanilla JJ2 offers.
• Everything you see in the following screenshots represents work-in-progress concepts; nothing is final. However, that shouldn't stop you from posting suggestions for improvement. Who knows, you might think of something I haven't thought of.
• The current estimative release date (do not ask for me to be more precise) is late october (possibly on the Halloween! Look forward to a special edition of the tileset and level).

Features

• Everyone gets their own room at the hotel through a complicated trigger system. The number on the F9 player list corresponds to the room number the player has. Of course, due to the limitations in trigger ID's, rooms will be shared. Thus, player 2 and 3 stay in the same room, etc.
• There will be an achievement system. If you do certain things, for example, trophies will appear inside the room (which only you can view, not your roommate). The first 10 people who send me a photo with all the trophies will receive their own manor somewhere in the level (you choose where).
• Beyond the city there are many locations you can visit. Head to the eastern gate and follow the path to find a volcano, a jungle, or even a beach. I've also prepared an ocean with a few islands you can open by doing museum missions.
• NO UTILITY NEEDED! No more pesky downloads for you. As a client, when you join the server, you don't need to have anything else open! Only the server needs to run a console program which does not need to be controlled in any way!
• Almost every building will host an activity/minigame, so you always have something to do!
• A dedicated 24/7 server will be hosted which grants unlimited access to the level! Join the server in the morning and be greeted with the sight of the rising sun over the skyscrapers! That's right, there's a time system with 4 different levels corresponding to the different times of day. Moreover, there's also weather! Sometimes it can rain, be cloud, or the sky can be crystal clear! An astounding variety of atmospheres at your disposal.
• The Weather Forecast TV channel (in which you are able to participate) influences the weather of the next time of day. For example, it's morning and sunny. One player may go to work at the Weather Forecast channel, and he is able to choose what weather will appear during the next level (daytime). That may only be done once per time of day (you can only choose once per morning, etc.)
• Non-Player Characters (or NPC's)! That's right, scattered everywhere around Carrotopolis are rabbits who will say things.. which go right into the chat bar!
• A private messaging system! (or rather, phoning system). While at first you may only private message people from telephone boxes spread around the city (you both need to be in telephone boxes, not necessarily the same one), you have the opportunity to buy a mobile phone for unlimited private messaging privileges!
• Much more to come, including more videos of information!

Screenshots


On foot in Carrotopolis.

Watch the cars zoom by when you're taking a leisurely stroll through the concrete jungle! There are also people who walk (or rather run, due to the layer speed limitation), so it's always fun to watch! Also showcased is the Help Center, where some NPC's discuss things of uttermost interest to the player!



Motel & Main Street

A rustic terrace is the perfect way to take your breath while watching the city move!



The classy Restaurant

Renovations have undergone since my last screenshot, and I hope it's for the better! The Restaurant looks as good as it gets, much to your enjoyment! Bon Appetit!



Healing minigame

Go inside your patient's body to heal him by passing a few tests (still varied in difficulty and method). It never gets boring with nice eyecandy! (vastly improved from last screenshot).



Billboard Plaza

Shown in this screenshot are: one of the billboards (the 'Download JJ2+' one), one of the Telephone boxes, and miscellaneous decorations.



The City Hall

Here you can view the mayor's office (because every city needs a mayor!), along with a portrait of the Queen Of Board (because references rock)!



Supermarket

Everyone can come and shop in Carrotopolis' only supermarket (only one in such a big city? Wow.), but not everyone can take part in the Shopper's Challenge! Not gonna tell you now what it's about, but expect details and screenshots soon! Also pictured is one of the subway stations (unfinished design, of course)



The TV station

Being the capital of the world, Carrotopolis has its own TV station! You can take part in a Game Show, be a cook in the Cooking Show, or change the weather with the Weather Forecast program! Possibilities galore.



The other side of the road!

In this photo you can see how the masks work, giving an impressive illusion of 2.5Dness. An abandoned house is also shown, where eventually a police mission will take place.



The Arcade

While probably belonging in a mall *hinthint*, the Arcade is the perfect play to engage in intense *cough* games of Super Jazz Bros, or Pac-Jazz. Exclusively in Carrotopolis!



Serious Café

As serious as it may sound, this location offers you a more relaxing alternative to the Arcade, allowing you to engage in a *serious* conversation with a NPC (no, really!). Of course, you may also just enjoy a cup of fresh coffee.



The Park

The most natural way to spend time in the big city is the park. Here you can take a stroll around the lake or simply lounge on a bench while staring at people (why would you want to do that, anyway?



The Zoo

Not only for decorative purposes, The Zoo offers, along with a not-so-wide range of animals, the possibility to work as an animal caretaker. How will you do that? It's still a secret..



The Casino

While you may not be able to play poker or spin the roulette, you can always play the more family-friendly alternatives: bowling, pinball, and a few others!



Lookout Points

You can view a panorama of a village here (you may even be able to visit it!). Depending on the time of day, the sky background changes. There are more buildings off-screen.



I hope you're looking forward to the level by now, and even if you're not, I would be grateful if you would bother to pay a visit to my city once in a while. Who knows, there might be something for you in such a big level!

I still want people to give advice and suggestions for new features, so shoot them without worrying about anything! They're always appreciated, and even if I don't reply (which is unlikely), I'll always consider them.

Enjoy, and stay tuned!