SCP-173/049 subzone art pass progress showcase
Hello Patreons!
It has been quite some time since our last post, and now we have something to share to help keep you in the loop. At this time, our Development team is focusing on our 15.0 update. While this has led to less frequent teasers and posts, we can still give you a preview of what we have been working on.
Teasers and posts will continue to appear, albeit more sporadically, until the features in 15.0 are closer to completion. At that time, expect much higher quality posts and teasers regarding those features. We hope you look forward to what we have in store! For now, please enjoy these upcoming additions.
173/049 Subzone
Written By: Whimsa and Soup
Our Development teams have decided to revamp SCP-173 and SCP-049's subzone to improve level design and gameplay, while also introducing some new features. Here's what you can expect from these changes! Please note: This is a secondary project, separate from our 15.0 priorities.
"We decided to remake 049's/173's chamber, as it did not fit in with the new Heavy Containment Zone’s theme. However, since it was a recent addition to HCZ at the time, we decided to postpone its makeover in favour of making a brand-new design. Since then, we've tidied up areas that were previously lacking (such as 049's chamber), added some new environments, and remade 173’s chamber to allow players to finally access that upper observation deck."
~ UIU, Level Design Manager
(Overview of Subzone)
(Map of Subzone)
Upper Level
The introduction of the Upper Level will provide more opportunities for a stealthier approach to navigation, and will provide a unique method to traverse through select parts of the facility.
(Map of Upper Level)
Different Elevators
As the subzone now requires two sets of elevators, we are adding a second elevator hallway type to the HCZ layout.
Art Pass
This area is actively going through an art pass at the moment, but we still have some screenshots to share with you. Remember that everything you see is subject to change!
Additionally, we have added a new, unique feature to this subsection.
Double Elevator System
There are now two new elevators within 049/173’s subsection connecting it directly to HCZ, forming it into a separate route instead of a dead end.
These elevators are exclusive to the subzone and are designed with the intention of reducing camping potential.
We're also experimenting with a system that will prevent elevators from spawning next to one another. This system will be applied across all zones.
We are preparing some animation renders of the new elevator model that will go with this! You can expect more on this in the very near future as a standalone teaser.
Going down? - August Teaser #1
Take a peak at the brand new subsection's elevator doors in motion.